Netflix and Comcast among companies donating to LA wildfire relief
From CNBC: 2025-01-13 16:30:02
Evacuees from the Eaton fire seek out clothes at a donation center in Santa Anita Park, Arcadia, California. Los Angeles battles wildfires that have destroyed parts of the city and claimed 24 lives. Companies like Netflix and Comcast donate $10 million each to aid in relief efforts, assisting employees impacted by the fires.
Media and entertainment corporations pledge donations to relief efforts in Los Angeles. Walt Disney Company commits $15 million, Fox Corporation donates $1 million, and FanDuel and Flutter Entertainment contribute $250,000. The NFL, along with 12 Los Angeles sports teams, collectively donate over $13 million. Grocers Kroger and Walmart pledge $1-2.5 million each, and Anthem Blue Cross donates $10 million.
JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America provide payment relief to mortgage customers affected by the wildfires. Hollywood stars and entertainment figures also show support for fire relief efforts. Jamie Lee Curtis pledges $1 million, Beyoncé’s BeyGood Foundation commits $2.5 million, Paris Hilton launches an emergency fund with $200,000, and Halle Berry donates clothes to fire victims.
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