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<div><strong>The Birthplace of Los Angeles Needs Your Help</strong>
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<div>What happens if the Olvera Street's Legacy merchants disappear?
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<div>No More Dia de los Muertos celebrations, no more Blessing of the Animals, no more Las Posadas. No more tamales, taquitos or family recipes passed down through generations. No more gathering to honor our abuelos and abuelas, celebrate our culture, or share the traditions that have made Olvera Street the heart of Los Angeles for nearly a century. The reality is that many of Olvera Street's multi-generational merchants are struggling under years of economic hardship, reduced tourism, rising costs and accumulated dept. 
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<div>Our sweet niece is Dylan Mortensen - the eyewitness and surviving roommate from the University of Idaho Murders case. It’s been two and a half years of Dylan silently and bravely putting one foot in front of the other, cooperating with law enforcement, processing, and healing from the unimaginable. Dylan has had to learn how to live in her new reality - forever lacking peace, security, safety and her closest friends. 

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<div>If you aren’t able to support her financially but still want to help, we would sincerely appreciate sharing this to spread the word. Social media has been unkind, unsupportive and very negative towards Dylan, but we are hoping social media can also show her the positive and loving side of people in the world that care about this brave girl. Thank you for helping us to fill Dylan’s world with support, love and light after such a dark time.  We deeply appreciate it. 

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<div>Hi Everyone, This is Veleta, Bryan (Keith) Glispie’s partner and friend in Atlanta, Georgia. I am reaching out to you today with a heavy heart to share that our dear friend lost all of his belongings in the devastating <strong>Eaton Fire in Altadena, CA</strong>. The recent fire destroyed his home, vehicle, work equipment, etc. He has lost everything. While he is physically safe, the loss of his home and belongings is devastating. He is now beginning the long and painful process of rebuilding.
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<div>For those who know him, you know that he would do anything for anyone and has done so. We all know that he is constantly cooking and feeding people. He shares his skills in the broadcasting industry as a mentor and volunteer for SkillsUSA, the #1 workforce development organization for students. That empowers students to become skilled professionals, career-ready leaders, and responsible community members. He is part of the Ham Radio community, which can offer valuable assistance during emergencies when other communication channels may fail, potentially contributing to public service through emergency communication.
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<div>This devasting fire has affected many in the community. This is our time to show Bryan that he is not alone and that we can collectively make a caring difference in his journey toward healing and restoration. Your donation, no matter the amount, will go directly toward helping him replace essential items and regain stability during this challenging time. Thank you!
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<div>Raylan’s been fostering and saving orphaned kittens for more than a decade, and now he needs some help.
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<div>Raylan had a small growth removed from his lip at the end of October that unfortunately came back as melanoma - a type of aggressive cancer. Thankfully, he had a full-body CT scan that has since shown no evidence of metastasis. He’s now scheduled for a surgery in late November to get wider margins to try to remove the remaining cancer. He’s also been started on the melanoma vaccine - a treatment to teach his body to kill melanoma cells and stop further spread - which is the best and most up-to-date treatment for his form of cancer. He’ll need this injection every 2 weeks to start, then will decrease in frequency in a couple months. This is NOT chemotherapy - there are no negative side effects for Raylan. In fact, Raylan doesn’t feel sick at all: he’s his normal goofy, happy, energetic self. Raylan has a great quality of life and the plan is to keep that exactly the same.
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<div>We have worked with Jake for years and know he is the type of person who would reach his hand out to help a family member, friend, or colleague during a time of need, so we would like to do the same for him.
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<div>Mirna Soza Arauz, my beloved aunt, mother of three, and grandmother of seven, tragically passed away the morning of April 22, at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, shortly after being viciously attacked on the commute home after work on the Metro train at Universal City station.
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<div>We have more questions than answers at this point. The suspect is in custody and charged with murder. While we await justice for our aunt, our biggest priority is giving her a proper burial at home in Nicaragua. All funds raised will go directly to funeral expenses, including the cost of transporting her remains from the U.S. to Nicaragua which we anticipate being the biggest hardship on the immediate family. I will be using the funds raised for the expenses that need to be taken care of in the United States, and any remaining amount will be wired to Mirna‘s daughters in Nicaragua, Mirna José Román Soza and Nadia Cisne Soza.
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<div>While we appreciate the first responders that tried to save her life, we hope that Mirna’s death does not go unnoticed, and results in real change to the public safety efforts in the area. It’s a tragedy for the immigrant community of Los Angeles and for all that rely on the Metro to get home safe. We will not rest until justice is served.
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<div>World Central Kitchen (WCK) mourns the tragic loss of Saifeddin Issam Ayad Abutaha, Lalzawmi (Zomi) Frankcom, Damian Soból, Jacob Flickinger, John Chapman, James (Jim) Henderson, and James Kirby, who dedicated their lives to serving others. These selfless individuals exemplified the true spirit of compassion and courage, and risked their lives daily to provide assistance and relief to those in dire need.
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<div>On April 1, the team was hit by an IDF strike on their way back from a food delivery mission. These heroes paid the ultimate price for their service to humanity, leaving behind grieving families who must cope with the loss of their loved ones while struggling with financial burdens. This collective effort is in addition to WCK’s contributions to the families and aims to alleviate some of the financial hardships their families may face as they navigate life without their beloved family members. Funds raised from this campaign will be distributed equally among them.
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<div><strong>Special Update 11/28/23: </strong>as a 2023 Top 10 CNN Hero, Dr. Kwane is grateful for the opportunity to run this temporary matching fundraiser in partnership with CNN Heroes, Elevate Prize Foundation, and GoFundMe. To the supporters who've been with us since the beginning, we thank you! To our new donors, welcome to the Project Street Vet family. We're excited to give you the opportunity to double your donation starting November 28th through January 5th. And we're looking forward to 2024 when we continue our mission <em>to help to provide care, resources, and services to pets and the people who love them.</em>
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<div>Want to join me in making a difference in the lives of pets and people? I'm Dr. Kwane Stewart, and I've been a veterinarian for over 20 years. For the past decade, I've been passionately motivated to impact the lives of pets and people experiencing homelessness. When I have spare time or if I happen to be driving home and see a pet and owner in need, I offer some assistance. A quick check-up for the pet, maybe some medication or food...it isn't a lot but sometimes giving a little can make all the difference.
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<div>Hello, my name is Bryan Glispie and I am working with Tim Kujac, Jennifer Henry and Marcus Juniel who are the team working to develop the most useful device to hit sports in years! We are talking about a simple Instant Replay system for stadiums, ballparks and arenas. One that prevents excessive game delays, incorrect calls, upset fans and Officials that are not allowed to do their job to the fullest extent in all sports.
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"The Ultimate Game Changer"

<div>Melissa just lost her husband Jason to a tragic accident at their family home in Drum Forebay on Wednesday 3/29/23. 

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Please help the Dorsey/Smith/Jordan family during this difficult time.   All donations will go to their grandmother Cheryl Smith who is their legal guardian. Thank you for your kindness and generosity.  Please keep their families in your prayers.

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Nearly 72 years ago in 1949, my grandfather, Carmen Miceli, opened the doors to the first Miceli’s Restaurant in the heart of old Hollywood. He probably didn't think then that one day it would be known as ‘The Oldest Italian Restaurant in Hollywood’, but I know he'd be proud that over seven decades and three generations, our family owned and operated restaurant has survived to be exactly that. But now, we need your help to keep this true. <br /><br />Our two locations have proudly and happily served Los Angeles with good food and good songs from our talented performing waiters and waitresses. And we have also made it a priority to give back and involve the restaurant with our greater LA community. This includes supporting our first responders at the LAFD, PD and CHP and creating local partnerships like our ones with the Toluca Lake and East Valley Youth Baseball Leagues, Carpenter Elementary School, Blessed Sacrament and St. Charles Church among many other groups that we have donated food and support to over the years. It has been our honor to be a place for families to celebrate birthdays, first dates, engagements, anniversaries and all of life’s other memorable celebrations. Unfortunately, now we need your help to keep those memories alive, and to continue to be a place to create new ones in the future.<br /><br />As the COVID pandemic has decimated the restaurant industry, and in particular small businesses like ours, Miceli’s is struggling to keep their doors open every single day. We have done everything we can to respect the state and county guidelines, and like many other establishments, will not be able to stay open long-term without help right now. We know times are tough for everyone, this pandemic has touched all of us and no one is immune to the painful realities that this disease has brought to our community. We humbly ask in our time of need, if you are able, that you would consider supporting us in our quest to continue to serve that community, and help us keep alive those wonderful traditions and times that hopefully you and your loved ones have enjoyed within our walls (or, lately, on our sidewalks).<br /><br />All funds raised will be used to pay fixed operating costs including utilities and other monthly overhead in order to keep the restaurant open. Our goal is to get us through the lockdown to a point where we can safely open again and provide jobs for our 120 or so employees that are also struggling through this tough time.<br /><br />If you don't feel comfortable donating here, please consider ordering from Miceli's for your next meal or even purchasing a gift card. Everything helps!  <br /><br /><br />Thank you so much for your support.<br /><br /><br />Sincerely,<br /><br />Paige Miceli <br />Third Generation<br /><br />#smallbuisnessrelief

Support Miceli's Restaurant Due To Covid

On July 2, 2018, Michael Cohen declared his independence from Donald Trump and his commitment to tell the truth.<br /><br />On August 21, Michael Cohen made the decision to take legal responsibility and to continue his commitment to tell the truth.<br /><br />Michael decided to put his family and his country first.  Now Michael needs your financial help.<br /><br />The Michael Cohen Truth Fund is a transparent trust account, with all donations going to help Michael Cohen and his family as he goes forward on his journey to tell the truth about Donald Trump.

Michael Cohen Truth Fund

I was crushed today to get a text from Alison that her Colin had passed yesterday.<br /><br />I met Colin years ago in the dog park—we were fellow dog-lovers, and chatted almost every day for some time. Colin was an Irishman—a real one, from Ireland, a carpenter with long hair and a beard, lke another in history.<br /><br />In the same time-frame I often saw a pretty blonde woman walking a dog down my street.<br /><br />When they both appeared—married!! —as my new next-door neighbors, I was both surprised and delighted. I've had many neighbors in my 20+ years here, and they are easily the best. <br /><br />Colin was an excellent carpenter and contractor, and Alison studied natural healing while she worked for a caterer. Alison is a smart, gentle, thoughtful and caring person, and the two together were an interesting combination! We would trade off dog-sitting duties, and they were a comforting presence here.<br /><br />When they decided to move, as there was no workspace for Colin there, I was sad, but we stayed in touch, Alison remaining my faithful petsitter when needed, and Colin stopping by from time to time to chat to and from his work projects. When our beloved dogs would age and pass,  with new rescues eventually moving in, we shared the tears for the old, and joy of the new. <br /><br />Both were hard workers, and living in LA and supporting dogs kept things lean, but they had each other and their beloved companion dogs and love made it work.<br /><br />Now, Colin is suddenly and unexpectedly gone, and his wife is attending to the practical aftermath, wthout having had a chance to let down, fall apart and begin to rise above the harsh reality. When she does, not just the loss of her love, but the loss of an income is going  to hit hard.  <br /><br />I'd like to find a a way to give her a breather of a few months to sort Life out, while protecting her dogs, Kellie and Kije,  at the same time. She may likely have to move, which is traumatic in the best of,circumstances. Now she is all Kellie and Kije have, and their future is a question mark until she knows where she will be, and how she will fund it. The amount of work she has at present will not be enough, and she will have to solve that math, and knowing her she will, but not overnight.<br /><br />If you knew them, and knew how very sweet and kind Alison is, and how concerned she is about everything, but especially her rescued dogs, you would know why I have made this appeal. Everyone has their problems, and few of us are wealthy, but any help we can give at this awful moment will mean so much to a wonderful woman.<br /><br />Thanks for reading, if you can also share this fundraiser, that will mean a lot.<br /><br />Jack

My  Friend And Her Dogs Just Lost Their Good Man

<strong>                                                                     <br /><br />                                                               Training shelter dogs saves their lives. <br /><br /></strong><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/36483104_1548295220922510_r.jpeg" alt="36483104_1548295220922510_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><br /><strong>Over the past 10 years</strong> Bound Angels has saved <strong>thousands of shelter dogs</strong> through their programs.  <br /><br /><strong>Bound Angels University</strong> hosts a program that invites shelter employees from throughout the country to take part in an intensive shelter dog training and observation program.  Each participant in this program takes home the skills to save more dogs. <br /><br />Now, in an effort to affect <strong>more change</strong> throughout the country, Bound Angels is taking their training on the road. More shelters visited, means more dogs saved. <br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/36483104_1548294833756014_r.jpeg" alt="36483104_1548294833756014_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><br />Bound Angels has worked with dozens of shelters and humane societies to teach shelter workers the skills they need to help dogs get adopted. <br /><br /><a href="https://boundangels.org/bound-angels-university-testimonials/">Take a look at what participants have to say by clicking here.</a><br /><br /><strong>We want to take our program to more shelters but need your help.  Each dollar you donate will go directly to our lifesaving programs educating shelter staff how to save more shelter dogs.<br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/36483104_154829573449722_r.jpeg" alt="36483104_154829573449722_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><br /></strong>Bound Angels’ training tools have proven to be successful in large city shelter systems as well as in small humane societies<strong>.<br /><br /></strong>"I have worked with Robert and watched him transform shelter dogs for over five years.  I am pleased that we can join his efforts and collaborate to give shelters everywhere an opportunity to learn more about dogs and Robert’s life saving techniques."<br />Brenda Barnette<br />General Manager<br />LA Animal Services<strong><br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/36483104_1548295854673374_r.jpeg" alt="36483104_1548295854673374_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><br /></strong>

Bound Angels University - Shelter Rescue

If you know Ron Finley, aka the Gangsta Gardener, you understand the vision and dedication he lives by. Ron is dedicated to empowering individuals to reclaim their health, their lives &amp; their communities by working with each other and the transformational power of the soil.  <br /><br /><img class="not-resizable" src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/24104290_1506354949.4383_funddescription.jpg" alt="" width="100%" /><br />He believes that each person on this planet has an obligation to leave their community better than they found it, and inspiring young people with this message along with equiping them with the knowledge, tools &amp; skills necessary for that transformation is  why Ron started The Ron Finley Project. (a 501c3) An organization that is dedicated to transforming culture from the ground up.<br /><br /><img class="not-resizable" src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/24104290_1506354120.9629_funddescription.jpg" alt="" width="100%" /><br />Ron has partnered with The Purpose Awards and GoFundMe to launch a new campaign in support of SEA, a Charter School in Los Angeles that also has big ideas about how young people can change the game.<br /><br />"People don't need a handout. They need opportunity!"<br />                                                                                            -Ron Finley <br /><br /><img class="not-resizable" src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/24104290_1506355140.3169_funddescription.jpg" alt="" width="100%" /><br /><br /> SEA operates 17 educational centers throughout Los Angeles County that work with youth who are struggling academically and at high risk for delinquency, and The Purpose Awards is proud to be Ron's first donor.<br /><br /><strong>The funds we raise together will go toward SEA’s purposeful curriculum and a garden for the students to thrive with and learn from.<br /><br /> For each 10k that we raise, The Ron Finley Project will be able to supply one school site with their very own learning garden fully loaded with organic fruits and vegetables, the tools necessary for maintenance &amp; upkeep as well as the instruction and follow up visits to ensure that the garden and the students are thriving.  <img class="not-resizable" src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/24104290_1506355192.424_funddescription.jpg" alt="" width="100%" /><br /><br />Ron envisions a world where gardening is gangsta, where barren land and littered lots are transformed into lush gardens, gardens into healthy food, healthy food into revenue that turns individuals into entrepreneurs and ultimately leads to self reliance. <br /><br /><img class="not-resizable" src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/24104290_1506355818.6654_funddescription.jpg" alt="" width="100%" /><br /></strong><br />If you believe in the power of educating &amp; empowering young people to build a world they’re proud to be a part of, <strong>please make a donation and share this campaign</strong>, <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/AnotherGangstaGarden" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.gofundme.com/AnotherGangstaGarden</a><br />with your friends and family.<br /><br />Thank you in advance for your support!<br /><br /><br /><img class="not-resizable" src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/24104290_1506119722.1603_funddescription.png" alt="" width="100%" />

Another Gangsta Garden 

<p><strong>SANTA ANITA PARK, THE STRONACH GROUP, AND DEL MAR THOROUGHBRED CLUB OFFICIAL GOFUNDME PAGE FOR THE SAN LUIS REY DOWNS FIRE RELIEF EFFORT </strong><br /><br />After the tragic Lilac Fire at San Luis Rey Downs Training Center in Bonsall, CA on December 7, 2017, overwhelmed the local horse community, the many affected horses and humans are in dire need of support. The industry has come together at an unprecedented rate during this heartbreaking situation and we turn to the community once again to request help where it is urgently needed. So many have offered their immediate assistance and many more are unable to be here but want to contribute in any way that they can. This GoFundMe page was set up for exactly that reason. Near or far, people will be able to offer any amount knowing that 100% will go towards serving all the Lilac Fire efforts. Feed, bedding, blankets and many other everyday supplies are still needed for both human and equine evacuees, and donations towards medical bills, housing, and other essential amenities are necessary to help the hurting California horse racing community. Santa Anita Park, The Stronach Group, and the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club thank you for your support of the Thoroughbreds and the Horsemen overwrought by this tragedy.<br /><br /><strong>Update (Dec.18) </strong><br />Santa Anita Park, The Stronach Group, and Del Mar Racing would like to express our appreciation for each and every person and organization that has donated to the ongoing wildfire relief efforts since the destruction of San Luis Rey Downs in Bonsall, CA on December 7. Though hundreds of equine lives were saved, many were still tragically lost. We extend our deepest condolences to our owners, trainers and stable employees that have lost so much. The community at large has generously come together to raise over $650,000, all of which will go to those whose lives are forever changed. Though the road ahead is long, this money is a tremendous first step in helping to recover. As we conclude the online GoFundMe donation campaign, those who still wish to contribute can do so directly with the two main organizations supporting the workers and horses affected. For all backstretch worker donations, including stable workers and trainers, please contact the California Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Foundation. For all equine related donations, please contact the California Retirement Management Account (CARMA.) <br /> <br /><strong>To learn more about the CTHF, please visit <a href="http://cthfcares.org/" target="_blank"><strong><a href="http://cthfcares.org/" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">http://cthfcares.org/</a></strong></a> </strong><br /><br /><strong>Donations can be made directly online at <a href="http://cthfcares.org/donate/" target="_blank"><a href="http://cthfcares.org/donate/" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">http://cthfcares.org/donate/</a> </a></strong><br /><br /><strong>Donation by check:</strong><br /><strong>California Thoroughbred Horsemen's Foundation, Inc., noting “San Luis Rey Fire.” </strong><br /><br />Address:<br />CTHF - Cliff Goodrich<br />285 W. Huntington Drive<br />Arcadia, CA 91007 <br /><br /> CTHF is a 501(c) (3) charitable trust. Tax ID number - 95-3873222  <br /> <br /><strong>To learn more about CARMA, please visit: <a href="https://www.carma4horses.org/" target="_blank"><a href="https://www.carma4horses.org/" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.carma4horses.org/</a></a> </strong><br /><br /><strong>Donations can be made directly online at <a href="https://www.carma4horses.org/make-a-donation" target="_blank">carma4horses.org/make-a-donation</a> </strong><br /><br /><strong>Donation by check: </strong><br /><strong>California Retirement Management Account or CARMA, noting "Fire Relief.”</strong><br />CARMA<br />285 W. Huntington Drive<br />Arcadia, CA 91007<br /><br />CARMA is a 501(c) (3) dedicated to providing funding for the rehabilitation, retraining and/or retirement of California-raced Thoroughbreds.<br /><br /><strong>Update (Dec. 29) </strong><br />San Luis Rey Downs Fire – Relief Update<br /><br />Due to the tremendous generosity of over 5,000 individuals and organizations, over $650,000 was raised by Santa Anita Park, The Stronach Group, and Del Mar’s GoFundMe campaign in just ten days, to help victims of the December 7th San Luis Rey Downs fire. The donation campaign has been closed, and the process of getting those funds into the hands of those in need has been ongoing.<br /><br />The Stronach Group, Santa Anita and Del Mar’s first step, along with input from a working committee comprised of members of the California horse racing community, was to select our organization, the California Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Foundation (CTHF), to manage the distribution of the funds. The CTHF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charity and was chosen because of our thirty-plus year history of providing medical, dental and other services for the backstretch workers at all California racetracks and training centers. In addition, we are structured to be able to quickly distribute relief funds. After transferring the funds to the CTHF, the fundraising group noted above, worked with us to quickly identify those most in need.<br /><br />In the first two weeks since the fire started, approximately $525,000 has been distributed to workers, trainers and those caring for horses which were affected by the fire. There are also three individuals who were seriously injured while trying to save horses and we are working closely with them to address their needs. We have made a great deal of progress in a short period of time, but there is more to do.<br /><br />This tragedy has led to an outpouring of donations and support from around the country and even beyond our borders. It will be impossible for the California Racing Industry to adequately thank everyone who cared enough to respond to those affected at San Luis Rey Downs.  <br /><br />We owe all of the donors a debt of gratitude for caring about people and horses. Without the hard work of the committee, and the unbelievable response from the donors, our charitable foundation would have had far less to distribute to the needy victims.<br /><br />We thank you, on everyone’s behalf, and when the dust settles the CTHF will be sending thank you letters and donor acknowledgments.<br /><br />Best regards and Happy Holidays,<br /><br />Cliff Goodrich<br /><br />Executive Director<br /><br />California Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Foundation, Inc.<br /><br /><br /> <br /><strong>Update (Dec. 13)</strong><br />To address immediate needs of the victims of the San Luis Rey Training Facility fire, a working committee has been formed to oversee those funds and has announced $250,000 will be distributed this week to those in critical need. The committee consists of Santa Anita/TSG’s Nate Newby (Vice President, Marketing), Del Mar’s David Jerkens (Racing Secretary), Madeline Auerbach (owner/breeder, CHRB* commissioner and founder of CARMA*), Alan Balch (Executive Director, CTT*) and Cliff Goodrich (Executive Director, CTHF*).<br /><br />At the recommendation of the TSG/Santa Anita and Del Mar GoFundMe committee, the California Horsemen's Foundation, Inc. (CTHF) will distribute the funds from the GoFundMe campaign directly to individuals in need. <br /><br />This working committee will also be holding regular meetings until 100 percent of the money from the GoFundMe campaign has been distributed to those who need it most. The committee will provide regular updates and continue to solicit feedback from representatives from all aspects of the horse racing industry and beyond. The committee will also be coordinating with the other charitable efforts around the country that have raised money in support of those affected by the fires at San Luis Rey.<br /><br />*Alphabetized key; TSG (The Stronach Group), CHRB (California Horse Racing Board), CTT (California Thoroughbred Trainers), CTHF (California Horsemen’s Foundation) and CARMA (California Retirement Management Account).<br /><br /><a href="http://www.santaanita.com/press-releases/over-600000-now-raised-to-help-victims-of-last-weeks-san-luis-rey-downs-training-center-fire-by-the-stronach-groupsanta-anita-del-mar-gofundme-effort/#.WjGWSrQ-eX0" target="_blank">Learn more here.</a> <br /><br />Thank you for your amazing support!</p>
<p><em>San Luis Rey Training Facility is owned by The Stronach Group. The GoFundMe committee is working closely with General Manager, Kevin Havell.</em><br /><br /></p>

HORSE CARE: SAN LUIS REY DOWNS FIRE

Paraquat Kelley of KMET Radio fame is now totally paralyzed and needs your help to pay monthly caregiver expenses. Please help and thank you.

Not Crippled Inside

Estimado amigos, pedimos su solidaridad para la comunidad afectadas por el terremoto, así como lo hemos hecho en otras ocasiones. Rafa Rodriguez, el FIOB LA, y la Organización Regional de Oaxaca (ORO) recaudarán fondos para poder llevar ayuda en las zonas afectadas por el terremoto. El dinero se usará para comprar las cosas que se necesiten y llevarlos a los centros de las regiones más afectadas. <br /><br />Dear friends, we are asking for your solidarity for the community affected by the earth quake that has been rocked Oaxaca. Rafael Rodríguez and the FIOB LA, Organización regional de oaxaca (ORO) , will be having a <br />fund drive to be able to help the affected areas. The funds will be used to purchase what is needed to help the victims of the earthquake.

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