Arnold Schwarzenegger Donates $1M to Los Angeles Wildfire Relief Efforts
The former California governor pledges funds to support fire victims and launches a fundraising campaign with proceeds from custom t-shirts.
- Arnold Schwarzenegger announced a $1 million donation to three organizations aiding Los Angeles wildfire relief: the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, California Fire Foundation, and Habitat for Humanity’s LA chapter.
- The wildfires, described as the most destructive in the city's history, have claimed at least 28 lives, displaced tens of thousands, and destroyed over 15,000 structures.
- Schwarzenegger also launched an 'LA Strong' t-shirt campaign, with 100% of profits going to the same organizations receiving his donation.
- The actor emphasized his personal contribution, stating he dislikes when wealthy individuals or companies ask fans to donate without leading by example.
- The Hughes Fire, a new blaze, has rapidly grown to over 9,000 acres, forcing 31,000 evacuations and leaving thousands more under warnings as firefighters work to contain it.