Is GoFundMe the Best Way to Donate to Los Angeles Fire Victims?
Touched by personal stories of anguish and loss from the fires, donors have sent tens of millions of dollars directly to families in Los Angeles via crowdfunding. These competing pleas for generosity have uneven results.
‘Countless’ GoFundMe campaigns for LA wildfire victims highlights enormous loss, need, generosity
Lots of families are affected, so we’re also trying to help them by using his platform,” his son Treyjohn Butler said.
GoFundMe help could limit FEMA assistance for fire victims
Millions are being raised so far for Califorina wildfire victims. But some of those fundraising efforts could actually end up limiting the money is that is available through the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
GoFundMe donations could impact FEMA assistance for wildfire victims
Thousands of wildfire victims have turned to GoFundMe and other crowdfunding sites to raise money to support themselves or loved ones impacted by the fires. However, those donations could limit monetary assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
GoFundMe donations could jeopardize FEMA aid
When seeking assistance after the California wildfires, ensure that GoFundMe and FEMA funds are used for different purposes to avoid legal issues.
$100 Million Raised on GoFundMe Campaigns to Aid LA Wildfire Victims
Over $100 million has been raised on GoFundMe campaigns to help those affected by the Los Angeles wildfires. The crowdfunding platform has been essential in aiding families, non-profit organizations,
Wildfire survivors blocked from FEMA assistance due to fraud
Carol and Kathy DeCastro showed up bright and early at Pasadena City College hoping to get some assistance and relief after evacuating from their Altadena home — with a couple of belongings and the clothes on their back after the wildfires.
How your GoFundMe could impact your FEMA assistance for LA wildfires
Los Angeles County wildfire victims are turning to GoFundMe to get help quickly. However, the fundraising page may impact what you get from FEMA. Here's what you need to know.
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Here's a list of verified GoFundMe accounts to help victims of the Southern California fires
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GoFundMe could interfere with FEMA grants
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GoFundMe or FEMA? How LA Fire Survivors Can Plan Their Benefits Carefully
FEMA has warned that L.A. fire survivors fundraising for specific expenses through platforms like GoFundMe might hit snags.