FireAid Concerts Raise Over $100 Million for Los Angeles Wildfire Relief
The star-studded benefit featured performances from over 30 artists and drew more than 50 million viewers, with funds supporting immediate recovery and long-term fire prevention efforts.
- The FireAid benefit concerts on January 30 raised an estimated $100 million for wildfire relief and recovery in Los Angeles, with donations still being accepted.
- Proceeds were generated through ticket sales, sponsorships, merchandise, public donations, and private contributions, including $1 million from U2 and matching donations by Clippers owner Steve Ballmer and his wife, Connie.
- The six-hour event featured performances from over 30 artists, including Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga, Joni Mitchell, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers, across two venues in Inglewood, California.
- More than 50 million viewers streamed the concerts on 28 platforms, while the NBA's LA Clippers covered production costs to ensure all proceeds went to relief efforts.
- Funds will be distributed through the Annenberg Foundation to address immediate needs, support long-term recovery, and develop fire prevention initiatives, with the first grants expected by mid-February.
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