Kids & Family

Where Is The Money For The Los Angeles Fires Going?

While Suzanne and her family have seen massive fundraisers get millions for wildfire survivors, she's struggled to access any of it.

(KCAL News, CBS Los Angeles)

February 6, 2025

Suzanne and her family are living in a Topanga rental after losing their home during the Palisades Fire. While she's seen massive fundraisers get millions for wildfire survivors, she's struggled to access any of it as she tries to recover from the disaster.

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"I was curious, where is all the money going," Suzanne said. "I was transferred through links of places to go but it's kind of like it goes in a circle and you don't really get anywhere. I wouldn't know where to start."

While the American Red Cross and disaster centers have helped families like Suzanne navigate the different resources, many still need help making ends meet and moving forward in the recovery process.

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