The Chargers are stepping as much as assist these affected by the wildfires raging by way of Los Angeles … by donating $200,000 to assist the neighborhood.
The group introduced its contribution to the aid fund on Wednesday … saying the cash will go to a number of L.A. applications designed to help evacuees, first responders, animal rescue and clean-up crews.
“Whereas we’re at present experiencing unprecedented circumstances that seemingly can’t get any worse as we cope with a number of fires throughout our area, we’re additionally witnessing our neighborhood at its easiest,” Chargers Chairman Dean Spanos mentioned.
“The bravery, selflessness, braveness, sacrifice and compassion on show over the previous 24 hours by first responders, good Samaritans, pals, household and neighbors alike has been outstanding.”
Along with the donation, the Chargers are urging followers to donate bottled water, blankets and garments to evacuation facilities.
“Our hearts are with everybody who has been displaced by these fires, the firemen and cops and frontline staff who’re risking their lives to maintain us protected and people amongst us who’ve stepped as much as help each other on this unimaginable time of want,” Spanos added.
The Chargers shall be enjoying within the NFL Wild Card playoff spherical towards the Houston Texans on Saturday.
A number of postseason occasions in L.A. for followers, together with the “Cost As much as Playoffs” occasion in Sherman Oaks, have been canceled amid the wildfires.
