California Service Corps Deploying with YMCA Los Angeles to Provide Critical Disaster Response

January 10, 2025 11:22 am

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Today, California Volunteers, Office of the Governor and YMCA Los Angeles announced California Service Corps members are partnering with the YMCA to provide critical support to those impacted by the Southern California fires. These efforts are a part of the statewide coordinated response . Local YMCA centers have become temporary evacuation sites, offering shelter, showers and basic amenities. They will continue to serve as distribution and staging area for emergency personnel.

California Chief Service Officer Josh Fryday joined community leaders and volunteers at Friday’s announcement.

“To those impacted by these devastating fires — you are not alone. To those who are safe and can help, we need you,” said GO-Serve Director and California Chief Service Officer Josh Fryday.

The YMCA is currently seeking volunteers and donations.

To find a donation site and list of needs, visit ymcala.org/actnow.
For other donation inquiries, contact CelinaSantiago@ymcaLA.org.
To volunteer, contact AshleyBerg@ymcaLA.org.

To find volunteer opportunities in your community, join CaliforniansForAll.ca.gov.

California Chief Service Officer Josh Fryday chats with a volunteer at the YMCA helping with spring clothes.

Many state and community leaders were on-site to share this important announcement and additional community resources, including State Assemblymember Mark Gonzales and YMCA Los Angeles President and CEO Victor Dominguez.