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Donate to These Organizations to Help Those Affected by Southern California Wildfires, Says WJA

The president of the Women’s Jewelry Association, Gabrielle Grazi, urges the jewelry industry to support victims of the ongoing wildfires.

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1 year ago

January 10, 2025

Trace Shelton

Donate to These Organizations to Help Those Affected by Southern California Wildfires, Says WJA

(PRESS RELEASE) The wildfires raging across Southern California have left five dead so far, scorches more than 45 square miles and put roughly 179,000 people under evacuation orders, according to CBS News. More than 1,300 structures have burned and more than 60,000 are under threat as major portions of the fires have still not been contained. As a result, the Women’s Jewelry Association (WJA) is urging the jewelry industry to come together to support those affected.

“Our hearts go out to all those impacted by the recent Southern California wildfires,” said WJA president Gabrielle Grazi in a recent email sent to the organization. “As members of the Women’s Jewelry Association, let’s stand together and lend a helping hand.”

WJA is suggesting that those who want to help donate to the following organizations:

✨ California Fire Foundation

✨ The American Red Cross

✨ Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation

These organizations and many others are actively working to provide relief and support. Your contributions can make a significant difference in helping people recover and rebuild their lives.

Real-time updates are available at www.fire.ca.gov.

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