Join the Effort: Supporting Lutheran Disaster Response for Wildfire Relief
Multiple wildfires in Los Angeles County, California, have devastated communities, forcing tens of thousands to evacuate. Driven by dry conditions, strong winds, and limited water resources, the fires have caused significant destruction, loss of life, and injuries. As firefighting efforts continue, Lutheran Disaster Response is on the ground, working with the Southwest California Synod, Pacifica Synod, and local partners to address the immediate and long-term needs of those affected.
How You Can Help:
Pray: Keep the impacted communities in your prayers. Ask for God’s peace and healing for those suffering and for strength for the firefighters and first responders.
Give: Your donations to Lutheran Disaster Response equip us to provide direct assistance to affected communities. Gifts designated for “U.S. Wildfires” will be used entirely (100%) to help those impacted.
Donate online at ELCA.org/wildfires.
Call 800-638-3522 to give by phone.
Mail checks to: Lutheran Disaster Response, P.O. Box 1809, Merrifield, VA 22116-8009
Share: Help spread the word. Share bulletin inserts, PowerPoint slides, and online resources with your congregation and community. Include ELCA.org/wildfires in newsletters to encourage giving.
Together, we are called to embody Christ’s love in the face of disaster, offering hope and healing to our neighbors. As the response unfolds, Lutheran Disaster Response remains committed to supporting recovery efforts for months and years to come.
