Wildfires continue to devastate the island of Maui in Hawaii, claiming 53 lives and forcing thousands to evacuate.
For those wanting to help, here are some resources:
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The American Red Cross
The American Red Cross has established shelters for residents and tourists.
"Red Cross disaster workers responded immediately, opening shelters on both islands where several hundred people sought refuge from the fires Tuesday night," the organization's website said. "The Red Cross is working with local, state and federal officials and more help is on the way."
Officials say anyone coming to a Red Cross shelter should bring personal items, including prescription and emergency medications. People should also bring hygiene supplies, pillows, blankets, important documents, and any other essentials.
For more information, click here.
Those trying to track down loved ones impacted by the fires can call Hawaii Red Cross or their national Restoring Family Links number at 1-844-782-9441.
The Hawai’i Charitable Foundation
The Hawai’i Charitable Foundation established the Maui Strong Fund to “provide resources that can be deployed quickly, with a focus on relief and recovery for the devastating wildfires that are still taking place on Maui,” according to Micah Kāne, CEO and president of HCF.
For more information, click here.
Maui United Way
Maui United Way is accepting donations to its Maui Fire Disaster Relief Fund, which aims to help provide “immediate financial assistance through grants to nonprofits.”
Donations can be made here.
Maui Humane Society
The Maui Humane Society is asking for “SOS Fosters” to help get animals out of the shelter and make room for displaced animals.
The organization is also asking for pet supplies (wet and dry food, litter, kennels, etc.).
Monetary donations can also be made here.
Maui Food Bank
Virtual donations to the Maui Food Bank can be made here.
Costa Mesa:
Hawaiian street food ‘Ai Pono Cafe is accepting donations from clothing to hygiene products through Sunday, Aug. 13. Address: 283 E. 17th St., Suite A.
Jonesea Wetsuits, 2640 Grace Lane, Suite C., in Costa Mesa, is also a donation hub open seven days a week. Phone: 714-657-6994
Chino Hills/Diamond Bar/Walnut:
Chef Charles Akau, with the pop-up Mila’s Kitchen Hawaii, is partnering with small businesses and organizations in the area for a future plate lunch fundraiser, with 100% of proceeds going to Maui relief. Info: @milaskitchenhawaii
Los Angeles area:
Local Hawaiian businesses across the L.A. region have put together fundraising efforts, including the Aloha Food Factory in Alhambra, which is donating 10% of sales through the end of the month. Address: 2990 W Valley Blvd, Alhambra.
Honu Coffee in Santa Clarita is donating $1 from sales of its Nutty Hawaiian drink to the Kokua Lahaina Fund, now through August 17. Address: 22722 Lyons Ave, Santa Clarita.
Through the end of August, L&L Hawaiian BBQ is donating $1 to the American Red Cross of Hawaii for each mobile app or online order at any one of their locations. Ono Hawaiian BBQ donated 50% of all online orders placed on Aug. 11 to the Hawaii Community Foundation.
The LifeStream Blood Bank, which has mobile blood drives and has donor centers throughout the Inland Empire, is sending pints to the Blood Bank of Hawaii to help wildfire victims. Centers are located throughout the region, including in San Bernardino, Riverside, Ontario, Murrieta and Hemet. Information, appointments and eligibility requirements can be found online at http://lstream.org, or call 800-879-4484.
The Rusher family is coordinating a donation drive with the Jimmy Miller Foundation to collect clothes to ship back to displaced residents in Maui. More than 100 donations have been received so far. The family will continue to collect donations at 4435 W. 153rd St. in Lawndale from Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Agoura Hills Animal Care Center:
A volunteer with the Agoura Hills Animal Care Center Supplies is collecting donations for the Maui Humane Society to help them find and care for animals at large in the burned out areas. Donations or contributions can be dropped off at the Animal Care Center 29525 Agoura Road or for online contributions www.mauihumanesociety.org/donate-olx
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