Wells Fargo issued the following announcement on Nov. 16.
Customer donations accepted through California ATMs and Go Far Rewards.
SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) announced a donation of $1.5 million to aid in the ongoing recovery and relief efforts resulting from the devastating wildfires in California. Earlier this week, Wells Fargo announced a $250,000 donation to local organizations. Today’s donation increases Wells Fargo’s support to $1.75 million.
“As we watch the tragedy unfold in California, our thoughts and prayers are with those affected by the wildfires,” said Wells Fargo CEO Tim Sloan. “We will continue to stand by our team members, customers and local communities for the relief and recovery efforts in the days to come.”
The donation will be distributed to multiple organizations in Northern and Southern California that are positioned to help with housing and disaster recovery, mental health assistance, firefighter and first responder support, small business recovery and community relief. In addition, a specific donation will be made to the Adventist Health emergency fund to provide direct assistance to 600 employees of Adventist Health Feather River Hospital who have lost their homes. Adventist Health is the largest employer in Paradise, Calif., which has been severely impacted by the Camp Fire.
Below is the full list of organizations receiving support:
3CORE, Inc. - $500,000
Adventist Health - $50,000
American Red Cross* - $100,000 in addition to $125,000 previously donated
Boys and Girls Club of Malibu - $25,000
California Community Foundation Wildfire Relief Fund - $125,000
California Fire Foundation - $100,000
LAFD Foundation - $75,000 in addition to $25,000 previously donated
Salvation Army – Chico Corps - $100,000
United Way of Northern California - $50,000 in addition to $50,000 previously donated
Ventura County Community Development Corp - $100,000
Ventura County Community Foundation - $25,000 in addition to $50,000 previously donated
Women Economic Ventures (CDFI) - $250,000
In addition, Wells Fargo customers in California can support wildfire relief efforts by making donations to the American Red Cross through Wells Fargo ATMs. To date, almost $81,000 has been collected. Go Far Rewards customers also have donated more than $8,000 through their rewards accounts.
Customers can go to any Wells Fargo ATM in California and select the option to donate. There is no fee, and 100 percent of contributions will be sent to the American Red Cross.
Go Far Rewards customers can access their rewards account at GoFarRewards.wf.com or by calling the service center, 877-517-1358.
Customers who are experiencing hardship because of the wildfires can contact Wells Fargo Customer Support at the number on their credit card, debit card or statement to discuss their options. Affected customers can also contact their banker by visiting their nearest Wells Fargo bank branch.
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