Paris Hilton launched an emergency fund and donated $100,000 to help victims of the Los Angeles wildfires after losing her own home in Malibu.
On Friday, the 43-year-old socialite approached her. instagram page to announce that he had founded an emergency fund through his nonprofit 11:11 Media Impact to support families and their pets who have been displaced due to the devastating fires.
Along with her significant donation, Hilton revealed that she will be donating “additional dollars raised up to $100,000 more” and plans to volunteer in person this weekend.
The mother of two wrote: ‘My heart goes out to everyone affected by the devastating fires here in Los Angeles. While I lost my home in Malibu, my thoughts are with the countless families who have lost so much more: their homes, their precious memories, the communities they loved, and their sense of stability.
‘As a mother, I can’t imagine the pain and fear of not having a safe place for your babies, which is why I am launching an emergency fund through my nonprofit 11:11 Media Impact to support displaced families with small children.
‘I start with a personal contribution of $100,000 and will match additional dollars raised up to $100,000 more. I’m looking for others to donate and join me in doing our part!’
Paris Hilton launched an emergency fund and donated $100,000 to help victims of the Los Angeles wildfires after losing her own Malibu home; seen in November 2024
He also shared that the fund would provide cash assistance to families, provide temporary housing, deliver essential supplies, and work closely with animal shelters to care for displaced pets.
The caption continued: “Together, our donations will help our young families and pets: provide cash assistance to families through the emergency relief organization @coreresponse, provide short-term accommodation and hotel stays for families with little ones , deliver essential items and supplies for evacuation.” centers (I’ll be volunteering this weekend) (and) support local animal shelters who work tirelessly to protect displaced pets.
‘This effort could not be possible without collaboration and a sense of urgency – I am immensely grateful to partner with @agmarks13 for mobilizing private funders to support this effort so we can launch today starting with $200,000, @coreresponse for distributing cash assistance. to our families as they address their needs, @Baby2Baby for the distribution of much-needed baby and toddler supplies and more.
‘Let’s unite for Los Angeles. Every dollar makes a difference and we will ensure support reaches those who need it most. Visit the link in my bio to help #SlivingTogether #1111Family.’
More than 100,000 residents of the City of Los Angeles were forced to flee their homes and 10 have died as scattered fires continue to break out in Southern California.
And some celebrities have already devastatingly lost their million-dollar mansions.
Anthony Hopkins, John Goodman, Miles Teller, Billy Crystal, Mandy Moore and Jen Atkin are among those whose homes have been destroyed by the untamed inferno.
Paris’ emergency fund for wildfire victims comes after she reacted to the fire at her beachfront home in Malibu on live television.
The socialite took to her Instagram page to announce that she had founded an emergency fund to support families and their pets who have been displaced due to the fires.
The star revealed that in addition to her significant donation, she would match “additional dollars raised up to $100,000 more” and volunteer in person this weekend.
She wrote: ‘My heart goes out to everyone affected by the devastating fires here in Los Angeles. “While I lost my home in Malibu, my thoughts are with the countless families who have lost so much more.”
“I’m launching an emergency fund through my nonprofit 11:11 Media Impact to support displaced families with young children,” she wrote in the caption.
“I’m starting with a personal contribution of $100,000, and will match any additional dollars raised up to $100,000 more,” the star added.
She and her husband, Carter Reum, 43, owned the home for nearly four years before it was destroyed by the Palisades Fire on Wednesday.
The couple purchased the 3,000-square-foot, three-bedroom oceanfront home for $8.4 million in June 2021, according to Realtor.com.
Hilton, who shares two one-year-old children with her husband, said she was “heartbroken beyond words” amid the damaging wildfires.
“This house was where we made so many precious memories,” Paris said via Instagram. “It’s where Phoenix took its first steps and where we dreamed of building a lifetime of memories with London.”
He continued: ‘Although the loss is overwhelming, I hold on to the gratitude that my family is safe. My heart and prayers go out to all the families affected by these fires.
‘To all the people who have lost their homes, their memories and their beloved pets. My sorrow for those still in danger or grieving greater losses.’
The vixen, who recently made headlines for her political efforts, said “the devastation is unimaginable” and “knowing that so many people are waking up today without the place they called home is truly heartbreaking.”
It said members of its 11:11 Media Impact Team were “reaching out to nonprofit organizations today to find out how we can best support the communities affected by these fires” and remain “committed to offering help as soon as possible and make a significant difference. for those who need it most.”
Paris’ emergency fund for wildfire victims comes after she reacted to the fire at her beachfront home in Malibu on live television; Paris and Carter seen
She owned the home for nearly four years before it was destroyed by the Palisades Fire on Wednesday.
Paris shared photos of the remains of her $8.4 million home on Thursday.
The hotel heiress encouraged her followers to “stay safe and follow evacuation orders” amid these difficult times, as “you never know when everything can change.”
He added: “To the brave firefighters and first responders who risk their lives to protect us: you are true heroes.” I am so grateful for your courage, dedication, and the incredible sacrifices you are making to save lives and fight this unimaginable battle. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”
The hotel heiress encouraged her followers to “stay safe and follow evacuation orders” amid these difficult times, as “you never know when everything could change.”
‘Let us protect each other and remain hopeful that these fires will soon be contained. Sending lots of love and strength to all of you. We’re in this together, Los Angeles. Hug your loved ones a little tighter tonight.’
Sources told TMZ that the house burned in the fire was not the “primary residence” the hotel heiress lives in, as she owns “several properties,” including a mansion in Beverly Hills.