The Chargers are stepping as much as assist these affected by the wildfires raging by means of Los Angeles … by donating $200,000 to help 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.
“While we’re currently experiencing unprecedented conditions that seemingly cannot get any worse as we deal with multiple fires across our region, we’re also witnessing our community at its very best,” Chargers Chairman Dean Spanos mentioned.
“The bravery, selflessness, courage, sacrifice and compassion on display over the past 24 hours by first responders, good Samaritans, friends, family and neighbors alike has been remarkable.”
Along with the donation, the Chargers are urging followers to donate bottled water, blankets and garments to evacuation facilities.
“Our hearts are with everyone who has been displaced by these fires, the firemen and police officers and frontline workers who are risking their lives to keep us safe and those among us who have stepped up to assist one another in this incredible time of need,” Spanos added.
The Chargers might be enjoying within the NFL Wild Card playoff spherical in opposition to the Houston Texans on Saturday.
A number of postseason occasions in L.A. for followers, together with the “Charge Up to Playoffs” occasion in Sherman Oaks, have been canceled amid the wildfires.
