Our thoughts are with those affected by the wildfires. NAACO is here to support our members and their communities during this challenging time. Here are some ideas to help with those that may be affected by this: Red Cross The American Red Cross has hundreds of volunteers deploying to Los Angeles to assist with the emergent needs of those displaced by the fire. The agency currently has four shelters in place and plans to add more as needed, according to Los Angeles regional executive director Joanne Nowlin. "This is significant," Nowlin told ABC News. "It's not just the fire, but you've got wind damage, you've got power outages, you've got trees falling, deteriorating air quality. This is impacting thousands and thousands of folks in Los Angeles." The Red Cross provides emergency relief to residents and families impacted by disasters, providing meals, medical care, and a safe place to shower and sleep. Click here https://www.redcross.org/donate/cm/abc.html/?subcode=abc-pub to donate. Salvation Army The Salvation Army is able to provide assistance by delivering water, food, and emergency supplies. The agency offers both long-term recovery assistance and emergency relief. Click here https://socal.salvationarmy.org/southern-california/wildfires-in-los-angeles to learn more. World Central Kitchen World Central Kitchen's relief team is able to support those impacted by the wildfires, as well as first responders in Southern California. According to the agency, teams have mobilized to bring in meals to those who are in need of help. Click here https://wck.org/ to learn more. Airbnb Airbnb.org is offering temporary housing for those displaced by the fires in the Los Angeles area. The company is working with 211 LA, which offers free housing in Los Angeles County, to coordinate the housing effort. Click here https://news.airbnb.com/airbnb-org-offers-temporary-housing-to-people-impacted-by-the-los-angeles-wildfires/ for more information. California Fire Foundation Wildfire & Disaster Relief Fund The California Fire Foundation works with community-based organizations and local fire agencies to offer financial support for residents who are impacted by the fires. Click here https://www.cafirefoundation.org/what-we-do/for-communities/disaster-relief to learn more. CAL FIRE Benevolent Foundation The CAL FIRE Benevolent Foundation provides funding for firefighters and their families to help them recover from injuries and hardship. Click here https://calfire.foundation/ to learn more. Wildfire Recovery Fund The California Community Foundation has worked to help Los Angeles County since 1915. The agency's Wildfire Recovery Fund targets hard to reach communities in the area with the intent of providing long-term recovery relief. Click here https://www.calfund.org/funds/wildfire-recovery-fund/ to learn more. #NAACOCares (fb)

Happy Holidays from all of us at NAACO! 🎄✨ We’re so grateful for your help in making academic ceremonies special this year. We hope your holiday season is filled with warmth, joy, and exciting new beginnings as we celebrate this festive time together. Cheers to a wonderful season! #HappyHolidays (fb)