Chevron Announces $1 Million Donation to Los Angeles County Wildfire Relief Efforts
January 18 2025 - 4:18PM
Business Wire
Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX) today announced a total
contribution of $1 million to the California Fire Foundation,
American National Red Cross, and the Los Angeles Chamber of
Commerce Small Business Disaster Recovery Fund to support relief
efforts for wildfires in California.
“Chevron’s legacy in California dates back more than 145 years –
with generations of employee families, operations, and business
partners throughout Southern California,” said Mike Wirth,
Chevron’s Chairman and CEO. “We are heartbroken by the devastation
in Los Angeles, inspired by the bravery of first responders and
stand committed to assisting with relief and recovery efforts
throughout greater Los Angeles County.”
- California Fire Foundation will receive $500,000 to support
first responders and provide financial aid to impacted
residents
- American National Red Cross will receive $250,000 to support
impacted families with food, shelter, clothing, emotional support,
and financial assistance
- Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce will receive $250,000 to
support business recovery efforts, foster community engagement, and
advocate for disaster relief and rebuilding programs
In addition, Chevron will match qualifying donations employees
and retirees make to wildfire relief efforts and will provide
financial contributions to organizations where its employees
volunteer. The aim of this collective financial assistance is to
help communities in times of need.
Chevron operates crude oil fields, technical facilities,
pipeline assets and two refineries and supplies more than 1,800
retail stations in California.
About Chevron
Chevron is one of the world’s leading integrated energy
companies. We believe affordable, reliable and ever-cleaner energy
is essential to achieving a more prosperous and sustainable world.
Chevron produces crude oil and natural gas; manufactures
transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals and additives; and
develops technologies that enhance our business and the industry.
We are focused on lowering the carbon intensity in our operations
and seeking to grow lower carbon businesses along with our
traditional business lines. More information about Chevron is
available at www.chevron.com.
About California Fire Foundation
The California Fire Foundation, a non-profit 501 (c)(3)
organization, provides emotional and financial assistance to
families of fallen firefighters, firefighters, and the communities
they protect. Formed in 1987 by California Professional
Firefighters, the California Fire Foundation’s mandate includes an
array of survivor and victim assistance projects and community
initiatives. Learn more at cafirefoundation.org.
About American Red Cross
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds, and provides comfort to
victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation's
blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international
humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their
families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on
volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its
mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or
cruzrojaamericana.org, or visit us on X at @RedCross.
About Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce
The Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce represents the
interests of a broad spectrum of organizations across the private,
non-profit, academic, and public sectors, including the business
community, job creators, and innovators in the Los Angeles region.
Our mission is to design and advance opportunities and solutions
for a thriving regional economy that is inclusive and globally
competitive. As the oldest and largest business association in the
region, the Chamber has a long-standing history of convening
business leaders, communities, and policy makers to promote a
vibrant economy. For more information visit www.lachamber.com.
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