LifeStraw Safe Water Fund

LifeStraw's Commitment At LifeStraw, we are committed to providing safe water solutions to communities at home and around the world. Our Safe Water Fund helps to ensure we can respond swiftly and effectively when disasters strike. From hurricanes and floods to other unexpected crises, having access to clean and safe drinking water can prove lifesaving for those affected by emergencies. Your Support Matters Your support can make a significant difference. At LifeStraw, 100% of your contribution to the Safe Water Fund goes toward the cost and distribution of supplies. By making a recurring contribution to the Safe Water Fund, you help us provide essential supplies and immediate relief to those affected by these disasters. Together, we can ensure that families have access to safe drinking water when they need it most. Join Our Mission We invite you to join us in this vital mission. Please consider making a small recurring donation of any amount to the Safe Water Fund today. Your generosity will help us prepare for the coming months and provide a lifeline to those in need during emergencies. Thank you for your support and commitment to making a difference. 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.

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.