Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles

Hello Everyone,

City of Torrance employee Torrance Transit Equipment Attendant Simmons and his high school football teammate will be participating in the North Olympic Discovery Marathon to raise funds for Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles. As an added incentive, the funds raised from March 31, 2025 to June 2, 2025 will be matched by Equipment Attendant Simmons and his high school teammate up to $1,500. They are doing this because, like most Angelenos, they were empathetic towards their neighbors' losses due to the Eaton and Palisades fires. All proceeds will be sent to the Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles. Thank you for your support!

Imagine Spending Tonight Without a Roof Over Your Head

It’s easy to take a home for granted. But for thousands of families in Los Angeles, a warm bed, a front door that locks, and a place to call home are unreachable luxuries.

Tonight, while you’re getting ready for bed, someone is preparing to sleep in their car, in a shelter, or on the street. This is happening in our city. In our communities. On our watch. It doesn’t have to be this way—and you can help change it.

Homelessness Is Happening Right Here—Help Change That

Los Angeles has one of the highest homeless and housing-insecure populations in the country. Families living paycheck to paycheck are just one emergency away from losing their homes. The rent is too high, wages haven’t kept up, and affordable housing is nearly impossible to find.

Meanwhile, children are doing their homework in shelters. Parents are choosing between food and rent. Entire families are being pushed onto the streets every single day.

The recent LA wildfires have made things even worse—destroying homes, displacing families, and increasing rent prices for those already struggling to stay housed. The need for affordable, permanent housing has never been greater.

You have the power to make a difference.

What We’re Aiming For

Our goal is to raise $10,000 dollars—enough to fund key materials for multiple Habitat for Humanity home builds in Los Angeles.

That means more doors that lock, windows that bring in light, and walls that keep families safe. Since 1990, Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles has built over 1,000 homes, creating stability, dignity, and a fresh start for families who need it most.

But there’s more work to do.

You Can Change This—Right Now

Every dollar you give brings a family closer to a safe, stable home.

$35 – Installs a lock, giving a family safety and security.

$75 – Supplies insulation to keep a home warm in the winter and cool in the summer.

$150 – Funds a window, allowing light and fresh air into a child’s bedroom.

$250 – Installs a front door, the threshold between fear and security.

$500+ – Helps provide the foundation of a family’s home—literally and figuratively.

Click the "Donate" button now to help a family find safety and security!

Why Now? Why You?

Because this crisis isn’t going away, and every day that passes means more families left out in the cold.

Because you’ve stepped over someone sleeping on the sidewalk on your way to work and felt uneasy about it.

Because you don’t have to be a millionaire to make a difference—you just have to care.

Because tonight, while you lock your door and turn out the lights, someone else is praying for that privilege.

You can be the reason a family no longer has to pray for a safe home.

Helix Electric LA Fire Response - Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles

Nothing is more important to our sense of safety and belonging than being able to have a place to call home. Losing that in the blink of an eye to the ravages of a wildfire is devastating.

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles (Habitat LA) has a long history of helping vulnerable households after a disaster, including rebuilding 120 homes after the recent Woolsey and Creek fires. In response to the 2025 LA fires, Habitat LA is launching ReBUILD LA®, a long-term emergency response campaign, to assist those affected to rebuild their homes, relocate to other housing, provide essential supplies, and restore their lives.

Habitat LA’s efficient and transparent use of donations means that every dollar you contribute goes directly to helping the people of Los Angeles rebuild their homes and lives after this tragic event.

Helix Helping Hands has partnered with Habitat LA in the past and we look forward to supporting their work again.

Please note: Funds will be donated directly to Habitat LA through PayPalGivingFund (PPGF).

Dear Friends, Family, and Supporters,

We are reaching out on behalf of Beta Theta Pi, a fraternity dedicated to brotherhood, leadership, and service, and Alpha Phi Omega, a fraternity dedicated to leadership, friendship, and service. As many of you know, members of our houses and beloved community, as well as many people across Southern California, have been deeply affected by the devastating Palisades wildfires. Homes have been lost, families displaced, and the environment has suffered catastrophic damage. In this time of need, we are launching this GoFundMe campaign to raise funds to assist in the recovery efforts for those impacted by the fires.

Why We’re Fundraising:

1. Immediate Relief: Our primary focus is to provide immediate relief to families who have lost everything. Funds raised will go directly to purchasing essential supplies such as food, clothing, hygiene products, and temporary housing assistance.

2. Beyond immediate relief, we want to support long-term recovery efforts. This includes funding for rebuilding homes, restoring local businesses, and revitalizing our community spaces that have been damaged or destroyed.

3. Community Partnerships: We believe in the power of collaboration. While across the country, we are working with organizations based in the greater Los Angeles area to ensure our donations help as many people displaced from the fires and fire relief efforts as possible.

Our Goal:

We aim to raise $5,000 to support these recovery efforts. Every contribution, big or small, will make a significant difference in the lives of those affected by this disaster. Your support will help us rebuild lives, restore hope, and strengthen our community bonds.

How You Can Help:

Any amount you can give will be immensely appreciated and will go directly to those in need.

Please share this campaign with your friends, family, and social networks. Raising awareness is crucial to our success.

At Beta Theta Pi & Alpha Phi Omega, we believe in the strength of brotherhood and the importance of standing together in times of crisis. The Palisades wildfires, although a horrible event, have given us an opportunity to, in the wake of this tragedy, come together to help families across the country rebuild. Thank you for your support, compassion, and generosity. Let’s come together to make a meaningful impact.

With gratitude,

The Brothers of Beta Theta Pi & Members of Alpha Phi Omega

Hi! My name is Beckham Cardinal and I am in second grade at Mountain Road Elementary School - Woodstock, GA. I love all things sports and helping people. I'm on a mission to raise funds to help the families that were affected by the wildfires in Los Angeles, California. Please consider joining in and donating money for these families in need. Thank you so much!

Hello there!

I am Tarun, and I run a local organization out of Dublin, California that supports student-athletes as well as the student population in general. Recently, the fires in LA (such as the Palisades and Eaton fires) have taken a large number of homes and resources away from the local people, and this includes families and students. Therefore, we as an organization have decided to raise funds for those affected by these fires, as help in any way can really go a long way.

APRIL FOOLS!!!! did y’all really think I was enough of a hot mess to try to get people to pay for our house?!

Alright, now that the fun’s over, let’s get serious and raise some money for folks in need!! We’ll be matching up to $10,000 in donations to Habitat for Humanity. Even $1 helps! Take a second and help me support this wonderful organization.

More information about Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles: Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.

Since 1990, we have built, rehabilitated and repaired more than 750 houses in neighborhoods all across greater Los Angeles. Shelter is a basic human need and Habitat for Humanity strives to achieve its goal of eliminating substandard housing by making decent, sustainable and affordable housing a reality for all.

Our names are Mehul Biala and Mehul Verma, and we’re high school students—a freshman and a junior—who are deeply moved by the devastating impact of the recent wildfires in Los Angeles. As fellow Californians, we feel compelled to make a difference and lend a helping hand to those whose lives have been turned upside down by this disaster.

The wildfires have left families homeless, destroyed treasured memories, and disrupted entire communities. Every day, we see images of homes reduced to ash and hear stories of people who had to flee with only the clothes on their backs. It’s heartbreaking to imagine what these families are going through.

That’s why we’ve decided to take action by organizing this fundraiser. Our goal is to unite our community to provide relief and support for the victims of the LA fires. The funds we raise will be donated to the Habitat for Humanity Greater Los Angeles Foundation, which is working on the ground to offer shelter, food, medical aid, and assistance in rebuilding homes and lives.

Here’s how you can help:

Donate: Every dollar counts. Your contribution, big or small, will make a difference in someone’s life. So please, donate whatever you can.

Spread the Word: Share this GoFundMe page with your friends, family, and social networks. Together, we can amplify our impact.

All proceeds will go directly to the Habitat for Humanity Greater Los Angeles Foundation.

Hey everyone,

The LA wildfires left families devastated, turning homes into ash and dreams into memories. As smoke filled the air, hope dimmed, but it’s not gone. Your support can rebuild lives, providing shelter, food, and relief for those who’ve lost everything. Even with a small donation, we will be one step closer to rebuilding this great city again.

Thank you