An Update
Last month, Alive! reported on the City’s tactical response to the historic LA Fires of January 7 within the City limits – Pacific Palisades, West Hills, Sylmar, Hollywood, Encino and other locations.
We also told you about how the Club responded to its Members who have been badly affected. Here’s an update:
Club Care Team
The Club Care Team, first organized for the COVID emergency in 2020, personally called all Club Members thought to be affected directly by the fires. The team worked tirelessly to contact more than 1,100 Members. From those calls, the Club learned sadly that 14 Members lost their homes; 40 requested assistance of money for groceries and other day-to-day staples, and clothing. Some supplies were hand-delivered to those in the fire zones, including Altadena.
Second Clothing Open House Scheduled for MARCH 22nd
Club Angels has scheduled a second clothing donation open house on Saturday, March 22, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Club Warehouse in Carson. A range of essentials for all ages is available. Reservations are required; contact the team at help@employeesclub.com
The clothing drives and distribution are coordinated by Guadalupe Lira.
Club Angels
Club Angels, the independent nonprofit charity run by Club staff, asks for Club Members to donate funds to help those affected, with all donations passed forward and none kept for administration. Here’s a report from Club Angels Director Arlene Herrero.
“On behalf of Club Angels, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for those who have generously donated. The monetary support has allowed us to provide much-needed grocery assistance to those most impacted by the recent fires.
“We raised $4,000 from Members, and grocery assistance in that amount has been provided to 25 people from LA City and LA County.
“We also collected clothing donations and unused Club apparel in a clothing drive with our partner associations. Both active and Retired Members accepted donations during our first open house Feb. 8 for those who needed essentials.
“In times of hardship, kindness and generosity make all the difference. Thanks to those who have donated. We truly appreciate our community’s willingness to lend a helping hand.”
You Can Help: Donate to Club Angels
Club Angels, a nonprofit 501c3 charity led by the Club’s Arlene Herrero and dedicated staff, is managing the Club outreach through grocery assistance to public service employees facing hardships. Your gift could be tax deductible; consult your tax professional.
Give via Zelle, scan this QR code with your phone:
Reach Out if You Are in Need
Members are welcome to reach out to the Club if you remain in need. Contact the Club at help@employeesclub.com
“While many of our Members and fire-affected communities are beginning to recover, we understand that some will face challenges in the coming months,” said Club COO Summy Lam. “We will continue our efforts to secure more financial donations to ensure Club Angels is prepared to provide assistance as needed.”
Thanks to the First Responders
Finally, once again the Club thanks those First Responders – many of whom are Club Members – for their bravery and courage for saving lives during this historic emergency. We are grateful for your service.
