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Looking for ways to support Mohave and La Paz Countys’ service members, veterans and their families? Attend our Military/Veteran Helper Training on February 25 from 9AM – 1 PM in Lake Havasu City. You’ll gain valuable skills to help service members, veterans & their families. There is no cost & lunch is provided.
(Newport Beach, CA – January 9, 2025) – As reported, strong winds fueling a fast-moving fire in Southern California has caused more than 30,000 people to evacuate their homes. For those seeking to help those in need, BBB Wise Giving Alliance offers the following tips to give thoughtfully.
Tips for Donating to Southern California Wildfire Relief Efforts
Make Sure the Charity Is Trustworthy: Before giving, search for the charity’s report on Give.org to find out if the charity meets the BBB Standards for Charity Accountability (i.e., a BBB Accredited Charity). While disaster fundraising has not yet fully emerged for this tragedy, donors might check with the following BBB Accredited Charities to help start their selection of organizations offering help: American Red Cross, Direct Relief, GlobalGiving and Salvation Army.
Look for Specific Fire Relief Activities in Appeals: Be wary of relief appeals that have vague program descriptions and do not explain what activities your support will assist.
Watch Out for Click-Bait and Phishing Scams: Online giving scams tend to pop up after a disaster to take advantage of public sympathy. Don’t click on email, text, or social media links promising to connect you to a familiar charity. Instead, go directly to the charity’s website on your own.
Review Crowdfunding Requests: Some crowdfunding sites take precautions in carefully screening, vetting, and managing postings after a disaster or tragedy. Others might not. If unsure, review the procedures described on the site and also find out about transaction fees and other specifics.
Verify Charity Registration: About 40 of the 50 states require charities to annually register. Check with your state’s office of the attorney general or secretary of state’s office.
Understand the Phases of Disaster Relief: Most disasters go through three periods of activity: rescue, relief, and recovery. Each phase involves different activities and support. You can familiarize yourself with each phase on our Supporting Disaster Relief and Preparedness page.
We hope this advice will help donors to give with confidence while avoiding questionable efforts.
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Attend our Military/Veteran Helper Training on February 25 from 9AM – 1 PM in Lake Havasu City. You’ll gain valuable skills to help service members, veterans & their families. There is no cost & lunch is provided. 
