Supporting Our Frontline Firefighters in Pasadena
Pasadena has become the temporary home to nearly 4,000 firefighters from across the country who are stationed at Base Camp, tirelessly working to combat the fires in our region. These brave individuals are putting everything on the line to protect our communities, and they need our help.
Related:
- When Disaster Strikes: How the South Bay Community Can Effectively Help
- How to Support LA Fire Relief Efforts: What You Need to Know
How You Can Help:
- Donate Items: Drop off the listed supplies at Unita in Manhattan Beach, 516 N Sepulveda Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266.
- Order Items: From our Amazon Wishlist
- Volunteer: Sign up to join us on Monday for the hygiene kit assembly. Sign up here. More details will be provided soon.
What’s Needed Most Urgently:
Frontline responders in Pasadena are in need of several items. Firefighters are requesting the following items to help them stay comfortable and effective in the field and can be delivered to Unita Workspace in Manhattan Beach:
- Portable (already charged) Power Banks and Charging Cables
- NEW Warm Socks (adult sizes)
- Chapstick
- NEW Blankets
- NEW Beanies
- NEW Waterproof work gloves
Hygiene Kits Drive:
On Monday, we will assemble hygiene kits to distribute to firefighters. Volunteers are needed to help put together these kits, which will include essential items such as:
- Toothpaste and toothbrushes
- Razors
- Eye drops
- Gum
- Dental floss
- Body wipes (or baby wipes)
- Candy or small treats (no chocolate)
- Other toiletries like deodorant, hand sanitizers, and lotion
If you’d like to contribute supplies or lend a helping hand, now is the time to get involved. Here is a link to the Amazon Wishlist of items for the hygiene kits.
This is a chance to give back to the heroes who are giving so much to protect our communities. Let’s come together to support the firefighters in Pasadena and show our gratitude for their selfless service.
Stay tuned for updates and additional information on how to get involved. Together, we can make a difference!
Stay Connected for Updates
We’ll share vetted opportunities to volunteer or donate as soon as they become available. Stay in the loop:
- SIGN UP FOR LOCAL ANCHOR UPDATES
- SIGN UP FOR SOUTH BAY ALERTS
- When Disaster Strikes: How the South Bay Community Can Effectively Help
- Sign up to volunteer: Volunteer Form
- Find and Share Volunteer Ops
- Join our WhatsApp Volunteer Channel: WhatsApp Channel
- Follow and contribute to our Facebook groups: South Bay Parents + South Bay Local Insider
- Follow us on Instagram for updates on Local Events + Ways to give back – @SouthBayAnchor + @WeAreLocalAnchor
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