Support Nicola & Her Daughters After the Palisades Fire

Hello, this is Kate and Freddi and we are the co-founders of the Topanga Farmers Market.

Nicola, our beloved Topanga Farmers Market team member and a cherished Palisades resident for 13 years, needs our help in the aftermath of the Palisades Fire.

When the fire broke out, Nicola, her daughters, and their dogs Alfie and Otto, had only 30 minutes to grab what they could and evacuate their Palisades Highlands home. As they fled, flames engulfed the palm trees above them, and traffic came to a terrifying halt. Fearing they might need to escape on foot, Nicola sent her daughters ahead, each carrying a suitcase, while she tried to maneuver the car down the road. Ultimately, she had to abandon their car and walk to meet her daughters on Sunset Blvd, which subsequently set alight.

Miraculously, Nicola’s rental home did not burn down, but it is sadly no longer habitable. Her car sustained damage and is no longer operable. As she navigates the immediate challenges of securing new housing and a new vehicle, she also faces significant long-term expenses. Her work is deeply rooted in the community, and in order to rebuild a stable and safe home for her family locally, she must start from scratch.

Nicola’s life work has always been about telling her community’s stories through beautiful images. She wants to remain embedded in the communities she loves. She looks forward to continuing this important work. Asking for help is not easy, but she recognizes that rebuilding will take the support of those around her. With your generosity, Nicola can move forward, regain stability, and continue contributing in the meaningful ways she always has.

Nicola has given so much to our canyon community through her warmth and dedication to the Topanga Farmers Market - most of the beautiful images that we have shared of the market were taken by Nicola. Now, it’s our turn to give back - our community has an opportunity to rally around Nicola and help her rebuild. Any amount you can contribute will make a meaningful difference in helping Nicola and her girls rebuild their lives.

Thank you for your generosity and support. ❤️