CHICAGO, January 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ – BMO today announced that it is continuing its support for people and communities affected by wildfires in the Los Angeles area through donations to two organizations that provide assistance in the field. This is in addition to his ongoing annual support American Red Cross Emergency Fund.
BMO donates total 100,000 dollars (50 thousand dollars each) to the following organizations while continuing to monitor the situation:
United Way of Greater Los Angeles Wildfire Response Fund: The unified way Greater Los Angeles is a key humanitarian agency when forest fires strike Los Angeles territory. It addresses urgent, ongoing needs, which include support for low-income individuals whose lives have been interrupted, people who have become homeless and their service providers, and disruptions in community organizations and small businesses. Anyone who wants to learn more in person or support wildfire relief efforts United Way of Greater Los Angeles you can do that at this link.
Direct response to a forest fire: Direct Relief responds to wildfires by providing a wide range of required medical care, from wound care to chronic disease treatment, and by distributing emergency funds. Direct Relief also supports local health organizations, improving resilience and working to increase access to care in communities affected by bushfires and other emergencies. They provide medical assistance, emergency funding, solar and resilient energy, and research and analysis to help governments and first responders make informed decisions about wildfires. Anyone who would like to learn more about Direct Relief in person or support their relief efforts can do so at this link.
“Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the ongoing bushfires Los Angeles. We remain committed to supporting our communities, customers and colleagues through this incredibly difficult time,” said Darrel Hackett, CEO, BMO OUR “These two organizations are providing critical resources and helping on the ground in response to this disaster, and we want to contribute to their work.”
“As we face the heartbreaking devastation caused by wildfires across the country Los Angeles communities and the long recovery efforts ahead, we are deeply grateful for the generosity of top supporters like BMO. Their contribution to ours Forest Fire Relief Fund helps address the significant ongoing needs of Angelenos,” he said Elise Buikpresident and chief executive officer United Way of Greater Los Angeles. “Together we will rebuild our neighborhood as one strong community.”
“Direct Relief is grateful to BMO for their cooperation in our wildfire response Los Angeles and Southern California. BMO’s generosity will help speed up Direct Relief’s response and make it more effective,” he said Tom RoaneVice President of Corporate Engagement, Direct Relief.
BMO has long supported appeals for humanitarian and emergency aid in OUR and internationally to help those affected by extreme weather conditions, health crises and conflicts.
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