Initial Distribution to be Made From Thomas Fire Fund by United Way of Ventura County Through Red Cross
Summary
"This initial distribution of up to $500,000 is a first step toward rebuilding the damage from the Thomas Fire," said Eric Harrison, CEO, United Way of Ventura County.Our caseworkers will provide this additional financial assistance from the Thomas Fire Fund and will work with impacted families on developing a personalized recovery plan."United Way of Santa Barbara County may also work to address additional support for individual victims if the wildfire emergency expands into more populated areas.Since 1923, UWSBC has served Santa Barbara County community through funding, volunteer development, and by utilizing its own unique initiatives that involve dozens of local non-profit and public sector agencies.UWSBCs local community driven Power of Partnership™ priorities help children, families & seniors with a focus on Education, Income and Health.