Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Leonardo DiCaprio Announces Donation Of USD 1 Million For LA Wildfire Relief

January 16, 2025: Oscar-winning actor Leonardo DiCaprio has announced a generous donation of USD 1 million to support the ongoing wildfire relief and recovery efforts in Los Angeles County.

Sharing the news on his Instagram stories, DiCaprio expressed his concern over the devastating wildfires in the region, stating, “The Los Angeles wildfires are devastating our city. I am committing USD 1 million in partnership with @rewild’s Rapid Response Program to support both urgent needs and post-fire recovery efforts.”

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The funds will be distributed to a number of organizations working on the ground to provide immediate aid and long-term recovery assistance. These include the LA Fire Department Foundation, the California Fire Foundation, World Central Kitchen, the California Community Foundation, the Pasadena Humane Society, and the SoCal Fire Fund. These organizations focus on providing critical resources to first responders, firefighters, and the affected communities.

DiCaprio’s donation adds to a growing list of celebrity contributions aimed at providing relief during this crisis. Other notable donations include USD 2.5 million from Beyoncé for victims of the Eaton Fire, and USD 1 million pledges from Jamie Lee Curtis, Christopher Guest, and Eva Longoria. Paris Hilton also raised USD 800,000 in just 72 hours for the relief efforts.

In addition to individual celebrities, major tech companies have also joined the effort. Google and YouTube have collectively pledged USD 15 million, while Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chan, have contributed USD 4 million.

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