Connecting Helpers With Immediate Action

Mars and Sean and their three children – 11, 9 & 5 — lost their home in the Eaton Fire. Sean is a social worker and Mars is a writer. They purchased their fixer upper home in Altadena in the summer of 2024 and had just completed renovations when the fire destroyed the house. Their children’s schools were also affected by the fire — their youngest child’s school burned down in the fire and their eldest children’s school was right in the middle of the the burn zone and was so damaged that the school closed. The family has finally secured long-term housing close to the schools’ temporary locations and are settling into their new rental house. On this list, they have included the practical items that they need for daily living as well as a few dearly missed replacements of books, music and toys to help the house feel like a home. They so appreciate your consideration and support.

Elizabeth is actor, photographer, and creative spirit. Adam is a Prop Master for Motion Pictures/TV.

They lost everything in the Eaton Fire. Adam is currently rebuilding his kit (over five thousand tools and props accumulated over 20 yrs.)

They have one 15-year-old son who plays Tuba in marching band and is on the Tennis Team. He enjoys 3D printing and metal forging, and his makeshift forgery was destroyed in the fire.

"I am Marisa, a single mom of 2 kids, 10 & 14. My house in Altadena burned down.

I am a Grant Writer for a local non-profit, Project Angel Food

I have worked in non-profits for much of my life and am fiercely committed to helping others. I am so grateful to have the experience of being helped by others, it has strengthened my relationships and belief in community at such a divisive time."

This Amazon wishlist has been created to support single mother Jocelyn and her daughter, who recently lost everything due to the Eaton fire. As they work to rebuild their lives, every item donated will make a meaningful impact, providing essential household goods, and personal care items to help them get back on their feet. Your kindness will help bring comfort and stability during this difficult time. Thank you for your generosity and support as they begin this journey of recovery and hope.

Lauren and David, adult animation exec and commercial film producer respectively, along with their twin 7 year old daughters lost their home, all their belongings, and cars in the Eaton fire in Altadena. They welcomed Baby #3 in February. Thank you for any help in making their new rental livable in a short amount of time!

Melissa is a mental health therapist who works predominantly with the BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities. She lived in Altadena for 15 years and, like many others, her home burnt to the ground during the Eaton Canyon Fire. Melissa worked from home as she provides telehealth, losing not only her home but workspace. She shared her whimsical home with her two dogs and two cats.

Ursula and Marcus lost their Altadena home and all their belongings. They left with only a few essentials. Marcus is a photographer and commercial director who sadly lost a majority of his equipment as well. They have two sweet and fun-spirited children, 2.5 and 7 years old. Their child’s school was also destroyed. Any support you can give will help them give their family some semblance of normalcy as they navigate this challenging time.

Jennifer is an administrator at a therapy center and Scott is a data analyst and software developer. Two kids, ages 12 and 9. Their home burned down and they lost everything.

"We are a theatre-loving family, we saw 2 shows in December and the kids had just had day one of Shrek: The Musical rehearsal for spring at school before the houses of half the cast burned down, along with our auditorium.  Very few items were saved, so we are so grateful for the support of amazing humans right now."

Tanya and Tony lost everything in the Eaton Fire. They have three kids. Tanya is an LAUSD teacher who teaches pregnant and parenting students in the district, and fundraises on their behalf.

Elizabeth is an Associate Regional Director for an agency that serves the Autistic population. Josh is Head of Sales for Bill Ferrell Co which specializes in staging for events and custom fabrication. Two children: girl age 10 and boy age 6.

"As so many others did, we lost our home in the Eaton Fire. We have been lucky enough to secure a rental but now need to start the process of making it feel like home for our 2 children. This list is focused on making our new home cozy and stocking the kitchen so Josh can go back to making home cooked meals."

"Hi, my name is Christina. My kids and I sadly lost our home and belongings in the Eaton Fire. Our little urban homestead was more than just where we lived—it was where I worked. I taught traditional skills like gardening, animal care, fiber arts, herbalism, and food preservation to children. I also had an office where I supported mothers and babies as a lactation consultant. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for any support as we rebuild our lives and continue to serve others. Your kindness means the world to us."

Jill is a single mother of two who works as a crew member in the film and TV industry.

"I am a grant writer for non profit organizations and homeschool mom to 2 children ages 12 and 9. My husband is a contractor working in the Altadena area. Our home burned down along with all of my husbands work tools and work truck. More than 15 of my husband's clients were also residents in Altadena who have now lost their homes as well.

This wishlist includes immediate needs for our 2 children as well as replacing a few Christmas gifts they are mourning and tools for my husband's business to begin again slowly."

Casey is an editor, translator, and preschool teacher. Marc, a television editor, has been unemployed since the beginning of the writer's strike in 2023. Two kids: 5-year-old daughter, 2-year-old son. They have one dog and one cat.