Access to hydration should be a basic human right. Grateful that LifeStraw is investing in a life saving initiative, which is why our family supports their mission. 

**Situation**

Five major wildfires continue to rage over Los Angeles County into Friday morning, with nearly 35,000 acres burned. These fires have resulted in at least 10 fatalities, the destruction of nearly 10,000 structures, and the evacuation of approximately 200,000 residents. 

Residents around the greater Los Angeles area are at risk of hazardous conditions including poor air quality due to smoke pollution and water quality and access issues. 

The sudden surge in water usage caused pressure drops in the water distribution system. Los Angeles Department of Water and Power issued boil water notices for areas affected by the fires, advising residents to use only boiled or bottled water for drinking and cooking. This precaution was due to potential contamination from ash, debris, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) caused by the thermal degradation of plastic  within water distribution systems.

**How You Can Help**

At LifeStraw, we’re preparing to respond immediately. Safe water access is critical in the aftermath of wildfires. LifeStraw is partnering with responding organizations and local grassroots teams to distribute water filters and purifiers to those affected. Our goal is to ensure that communities have safe drinking water as they face the devastating impacts of this rapidly changing situation.

As we are make preparations to mobilize our resources to the hardest-hit areas, we need your help to expand our reach. With your support, LifeStraw can provide life-saving access to safe water for families and communities.Your donation will help us:

- Deliver water filters and purifiers to impacted areas
- Work alongside local nonprofits and grassroots organizations to reach those in need
- Ensure that survivors have access to safe water during power outages and water system failures

Your donation to LifeStraw’s Safe Water Fund will help us to provide these life-saving resources and ensure that those impacted have access to safe drinking water. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a difference.Please join us in bringing relief to those affected by the Los Angeles fires. 

**100% of donated funds go toward the cost of products and distribution of supplies. Vestergaard Frandsen, Inc. (d/b/a “LifeStraw”) does not profit from your donation.**

*LifeStraw’s Safe Water Fund operates through a fiscal sponsorship with Players Philanthropy Fund, a Texas nonprofit corporation recognized by the IRS as a tax-exempt public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (Federal Tax ID: 27-6601178, ppf.org/pp). Contributions to LifeStraw’s Safe Water Fund qualify as tax-deductible.*

Safe Water for Los Angeles

LifeStraw operates the Safe Water Fund, a 501(c)3 project, to support the provision of safe water where it is needed most.  

The Safe Water Fund operates as a 501(c)(3) project, supporting the implementation of long-term, sustainable safe water programs worldwide. We partner with grassroots organizations and local leaders to identify and reach communities and families most in need.

In addition to our retail-funded Give-Back program, the Safe Water Fund provides safe water during humanitarian emergencies and natural disasters. We also lead special initiatives in the cities where our employees live, including at our headquarters in Baltimore City, and participate in Giving Tuesday efforts each year.

**100% of donated funds go directly toward products and the distribution of safe water supplies. Vestergaard Frandsen, Inc. (d/b/a “LifeStraw”) does not profit from your donation.**

*The Safe Water Fund operates through a fiscal sponsorship with Players Philanthropy Fund, a Texas nonprofit recognized by the IRS as a tax-exempt public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (Federal Tax ID: 27-6601178, ppf.org/pp). Contributions to the Safe Water Fund qualify as tax-deductible.*

Your contribution helps us bring safe drinking water to more families. 

Thank you for your support!

LifeStraw Safe Water Fund

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