Politics & Government
California Congressman Calls For Investigation Into FireAid Funds Distribution
"We received $250,000," said Kevin McManus, spokesperson for Pasadena Humane Society. "We were able to save a lot of animals' lives."
July 25, 2025
A Republican congressman from Northern California called for an investigation into the distribution of the donations made during the FireAid benefit concert.
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The one-night event, held at both SoFi Stadium and the Forum, was produced by Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer and featured a lineup of music's biggest stars. After Ballmer and his wife Connie matched the donations made during the performances, the concert raised a total of $100 million for fire victims and various nonprofits. One of the beneficiaries was the Pasadena Humane Society.
"We received $250,000," said Kevin McManus, spokesperson for Pasadena Humane Society. "We were able to save a lot of animals' lives in part because of that donation."
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