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Los Angeles fire relief

We are here for you with resources and support

Wildfires continue to bring devastation to the greater Los Angeles area. We are deeply saddened by how they may have affected you and your loved ones, and we want to extend our heartfelt support to you at this challenging time.

The need to come together and support each other and all those affected is greater than ever. To this end, we have gathered resources here that you can draw on over the coming months. Please know that all of us at UBS are here for you and ready to help.

Impact of Los Angeles wildfires

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Proud supporters

UBS was proud to serve as a lead sponsor for the FireAid benefit concert at the Intuit Dome and Kia Forum, which so far has raised $100 million to rebuild LA communities impacted by the recent wildfires.

The evening was filled with moving testimonials and performances by more than 30 artists, drawing over 50 million viewers across 28 streaming platforms in addition to the live audience at both venues.

Fundraising efforts are still ongoing. To learn more, please visit FireAidLA.org.

Relief resources

UBS Bank USA Natural Disaster Relief Program, which provides support for those UBS clients impacted by FEMA-declared major disasters, such as the wildfires in Southern California.

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Support resources

As a firm, we are supporting relief efforts through our UBS Optimus Foundation and working with clients who wish to support those impacted by the fires through their charitable giving.

The UBS Optimus Foundation has committed up to $1 million in match funding for donations made by UBS clients and employees to Americares, World Central Kitchen, Team Rubicon and Give Directly in support of their efforts on behalf of those affected by the recent wildfires in California.

Learn more about how you can get involved and double your impact through the UBS Optimus Foundation.

The UBS Optimus Foundation (UBSOF) is a global network of nine (9) unaffiliated, separately organized and regulated, tax-exempt organizations founded and managed by UBS that engage in a broad range of charitable and philanthropic activities around the world. The entities select partners that seek to improve children’s health, education and safety and address issues that negatively affect the climate and environment. Whenever possible, the foundation seeks to support solutions that have the potential to be transformative, scalable, and sustainable.

 

To learn more about how we can support you in recovering or in seeking to help others, please contact your UBS Financial Advisor.

Please see our guide, What to do if your home is impacted by a natural disaster, for help navigating the recovery process.

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