luck9 Filipino bakery rallies support for survivors of LA wildfires
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Days after wildfires destroyed thousands of structures in the Los Angeles area, several local and national organizations – including a Filipino-owned bakery – rallied support for those affected by the crisis.
Foodologie Baked Goods in Long Beach has launched a donation drive, bringing the community together to aid survivors of the LA wildfires.
Owner Maria Leyesa launched the initiative last week, turning the brick-and-mortar shop into a donation hub and rewarding donors with free treats.
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In a social media post, Leyesa wrote, “Every donation delivery comes with a free mini cookie!”
Leyesa’s initiative was a sweet success, with many community members responding to the appeal for donations with deliveries of food, bottled water and other essential items for evacuees.
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They also helped spread the word. “Donating always feels sweet but now it tastes sweet. Thank you Foodologie for doing this!! Praying for everyone during these terrible times,” a community member wrote in an Instagram post.
Leyesa shared a video showing the tremendous support from the community.
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Other local businesses in Long Beach assisted with the delivery and distribution of supplies and spearheaded volunteer initiatives for the victims of the wildfires.
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Extending her gratitude for the community’s collective efforts, Leyesa wrote, “Thank you to every single person who made this donation drive a success… Proud to be surrounded by generosity, compassion and kindness.”
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The raging LA fires, which erupted on Jan. 7, killed at least 27 people and destroyed more than 14,000 structures, forcing thousands to evacuate their homes.
As of Sunday, more than 8,300 firefighting personnel were engaged in the efforts to fight the blazes.
Evacuation orders were lifted for dozens of areas in both the Palisades and Eaton fires over the weekend, but some homes were still without electricity and gas service due to safety shutoffs.
For those seeking more ways to help, the American Red Cross offers multiple donation options. Supporters can visit redcross.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or text REDCROSS to 90999 to make a contribution.
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