The Los Angeles Chargers of the NFL become the first responders to help California wildfire victims.
After the recent devastating wildfire that has made thousands of people homeless in Los Angeles, The Chargers became the first NFL team to step up and help the victims.
The Los Angeles Chargers donated $200k to support the community and help the wildfire victims.
On Wednesday, the organization announced its contribution to the relief fund, stating it will go to the American Red Cross, LA Fire Department Foundation, Team Rubicon, and pet rescue organizations sheltering animals displaced by the fires.
Chargers Chairman Dean Spanos stated:
“While we’re currently experiencing unprecedented conditions that seemingly cannot get any worse as we deal with multiple fires across our region, we’re also witnessing our community at its very best.”
Similarly, on the Chargers’ official social media account, Dean Spanos wrote:
“The bravery, selflessness, courage, sacrifice and compassion on display over the past 24 hours by first responders, good Samaritans, friends, family and neighbors alike has been remarkable.”
In addition to their donation, the Chargers are asking fans to donate bottled water, blankets, new or gently used clothes, first aid kits, hygiene products, baby supplies, feminine hygiene products, paper towels, toilet paper, portable chargers, pet food, and water.
Chargers will provide $200,000 in targeted funding to the American Red Cross, LA Fire Department Foundation, Team Rubicon and pet rescue organizations sheltering animals displaced by the fires. https://t.co/ksBT5trCZy
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 8, 2025
Furthermore, through their official site, the Chargers request fans attending Charge Up to Playoff events and the team’s Saturday Watch Party on the Hermosa Beach Pier to bring supplies for evacuation centers, including El Camino Real High School.
They also stated that the organization had canceled its Charge Up to Playoffs event scheduled for Friday in Sherman Oaks due to the fires.
Similarly, the events in Orange, Rancho Cucamonga, and Saturday’s Hermosa Beach will proceed as scheduled and serve as a Supply Drive for evacuation centers in Los Angeles.
The Los Angeles Chargers Are Popular for Their Contribution to the Community!
This is not the first time the Chargers have helped the community; they are known for their philanthropy years.
The Chargers focus on two key areas: Impact and Community; they continuously contribute to the local community by helping people in need and animal rescue.
Similarly, the Spanos family, owners of the Chargers, have contributed more than $15 million to the community.
A sincere and heartfelt thank you to the @Chargers for giving a generous $250,000 donation to fight hunger in LA County during the Coronavirus crisis. https://t.co/gW0mMvlGuA
— LA Regional Food Bank (@LAFoodBank) March 17, 2020
Chargers established a charitable program, the Chargers Impact Fund, in 1995, helping in youth empowerment, supporting families, animal welfare, and emergency response.
Since 2020, the Chargers have partnered with Lazy Dog Restaurants and local nonprofits to feature a dog in training to become a service animal.
The Chargers Pup program follows a dog on their journey to finding a forever home with a person with disabilities.
Similarly, the Chargers work closely with the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank to help those in need, including people who experience layoffs and reduced hours.
The Los Angeles Chargers’ contributions to the community are remarkable and have earned the respect of millions.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- The Los Angeles Chargers were founded in Los Angeles in 1959 and began to play in 1960 as a charter member of the American Football League.
- The Chargers won the AFL championship in 1963 and reached the AFL playoffs five times and the AFL Championship game four times before joining the NFL.
