Our dear friend, David Berry, recently lost everything as a result of the Eaton Canyon fire last week. Mr. Berry was a public school teacher that retired in 2024 and although his family and pets are safe, he will need the resources for living expenses in the wake of this catastrophic loss.

After a legacy of service where Mr. Berry has dedicated his life to the education of young people in the city of Los Angeles, he desperately needs the support of the community he has served for so long.

As he and his family begin to process the loss, Mr. Berry will need financial assistance to cover the cost of basic needs. Please consider helping him and his family as they work through these extremely difficult times.

(This fundraiser is being organized by a group of English teachers and faculty members of Mr. Berry 's old school (Santee Education Complex) where he was beloved by students and colleagues alike.)