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January 17, 2025
The wildfires devastating Los Angeles County have taken lives, displaced families, and left entire communities reeling. The scale of destruction is staggering—thousands of homes lost, tens of thousands forced to evacuate, and countless lives forever changed.
I take heart in the strength and resilience I see in the people working tirelessly to protect and care for their communities: the first responders battling the flames, volunteers offering support, and neighbors helping neighbors. Their courage epitomizes the extraordinary power of collective action.
At Harris & Associates, we believe in leading with empathy and purpose.
As a team, Harris is committed to supporting recovery efforts in every way we can. This includes matching dollar for dollar donations made by our employee-owners to designated wildfire relief organizations, up to a combined limit. Together, we can amplify our impact and help bring vital resources to those in need.
While immediate relief is critical, Harris continues to look ahead to how we can better prepare our communities for such challenges. The wildfires are a stark reminder of the importance of planning and building for resilience.
Harris stands ready to partner with communities to restore critical infrastructure, strengthen water systems, improve transportation networks, and address community development and housing needs—helping create safer, more prepared communities for the future.
Each of us plays a role in building more equitable, resilient, and sustainable communities.
Whether it’s offering a donation, volunteering your time, or providing a kind word to someone in need, every action matters. And for us at Harris, this means bringing our expertise and purpose to the forefront—partnering with communities to rebuild in a way that contributes to a brighter future.
To those who have suffered losses, please know you are not alone. And to the first responders and volunteers, thank you for your unwavering service and strength. We stand with you, ready to help and committed to doing our part to support recovery and resilience in the days and years to come.
Together, we can create a future that not only overcomes the challenges of today but also builds hope and strength for generations to come.
