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Fire Relief

As the fires continue, many are asking – How can we help? Here are multiple avenues where you can direct your tzedakah.

Financial Donations

One of the most impactful ways to provide immediate relief is through financial contributions to trusted organizations working on the ground.

Consider donating to the following organizations:

Sinai Temple Feed Our First Responders: Donate Here

  • Sinai Temple will feed 10 firefighters from the Pico Station next Thursday. Please help support this financial cause.

Sinai Temple Emergency Fund: Donate Here

  • These funds will assist Sinai Temple members directly impacted by the fires, including but not limited to: clothing, immediate hotel assistance, and meals. To donate, select “Southern CA Fires” from the dropdown menu.

Jewish Federation of Greater Los Angeles Wildfire Crisis Relief: Donate Here

  • This fund will provide essential resources, including mental health support, warm meals, shelter, and space for displaced individuals, families, and institutions.

Rebuild Pasadena Jewish Center and Temple: Donate Here

  • PJCT plans on rebuilding their community to make it stronger than before. These funds will assist with needs that not covered by other sources of aid.

Support Kehillat Israel- KI Community Palisades Fire Assistance Fund: Donate Here

  • These funds will aid KI community members who have suffered catastrophic losses and are in need of financial assistance.

Opening Our Doors – This Shabbat

This Friday we are honored to welcome Kehillat Israel members, many of whom have been significantly impacted, to our Flesh Family Unity Shabbat Dinner and Service.  This will be a heartwarming and festive evening as we embrace the spirit of community, unity, and healing!

If you would like to help offset the cost of the Shabbat dinner for Kehillat Israel members, please donate here. To donate, select “Southern CA Fires” from the dropdown menu.

If you would like to attend, and enjoy a delicious Italian meal with our extended community, please RSVP here by 5pm on Wednesday, January 15th.

Donation of Essential Items

In addition to financial support, many communities are in urgent need of supplies, ranging from baby formula to luggage to heaters. There are 12 YMCA Distribution Centers across our city that are actively collecting essential items.

Click here for a full list of locations and “Items most needed.”

Please note that currently, Sinai Temple is not collecting any in-kind donations. 

Volunteering – Donate Your Time

Volunteering your time can also make a significant difference. Many local organizations are looking for volunteers to assist with distribution, shelter, and recovery efforts. Some organizations that need volunteers include:

For all additional volunteer interests,  including providing housing assistance and insurance expertise, please fill out our Sinai Temple Wildfire Assistance Form hereA Sinai Temple Staff Member will be in contact with you if your skills are needed.

In times of crisis, we often find our strength in the bonds we share as a community. Let us unite in compassion and provide the support that is so urgently needed.