Jeffrey and Marilyn Katzenberg Donate $5 Million to Support L.A. Wildfire Relief
The contribution to the Motion Picture & Television Fund aims to assist entertainment industry workers impacted by the fires.
- The Katzenbergs' $5 million donation will help the Motion Picture & Television Fund (MPTF) provide relief to those affected by the January wildfires in Los Angeles.
- The MPTF is offering financial aid, mental health support, and assistance with housing, medical costs, and navigating insurance claims for entertainment industry workers.
- The Palisades and Eaton fires have devastated communities with high concentrations of film and television professionals, compounding challenges for workers already affected by industry strikes and job contractions.
- MPTF's social services team is helping victims replace vital documents, access basic necessities, and connect with other support organizations.
- Other entertainment companies and figures, including Disney, Netflix, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Eva Longoria, have also contributed to wildfire recovery efforts.