Paris Hilton Provides Direct Cash Assistance To Families Impacted By L.A. Wildfires

Even though she lost her beachfront property in Malibu to the devastating Los Angeles fires, Paris Hilton is still emptying her wallet and volunteering her time to help those less fortunate.

Although some have lost everything in the blaze, the "Stars Are Blind" singer is working around the clock in order to help those less fortunate.

Over the weekend, the mother-of-two spent time volunteering at Baby2Baby, packing essential supplies for families in need. She also made an appearance at the Pasadena Humane Society, where she fostered a dog named Zuzu. The frightened pooch had been surrendered to the shelter due to the Altadena fire.

“Yesterday, I had the privilege of volunteering to support the inspiring impact work happening across my home city, Los Angeles. The day was such a powerful reminder that by lending a helping hand, or donating what you can, we all have the power to help those in need,” she wrote in an Instagram post highlighting her trip through southern California.

“My first stop was @Baby2Baby, where my team and I helped pack essential supplies for babies and young children. Then we got a chance to visit @PasadenaHumane and was so moved by their life-saving work to help our animal community. I’m so grateful that I’m able to bring home Zuzu, our new foster whose family unfortunately had to surrender her after their home was destroyed in the wildfires.”

“Fostering is such an important way to help when you’re able to—if you can, please consider giving a temporary or permanent home to animals in need,” she continued. “From there, we picked up essential items and gifts for the displaced families we’ve been hosting at the @Hilton in Montebello. My heart goes out to them and being able to bring comfort and a smile to their faces is something I will never forget.”

“We are doing everything we can to support displaced families through my nonprofit, 11:11 Media Impact. Thanks to the generosity of so many, we’ve already raised over $600,000 in 3 days and our goal is to reach $1 million to provide cash assistance, housing, and essentials to those affected,” she concluded. “Please visit my link in bio if you’re able to support. Every bit helps, and together we can meaningfully impact families lives.”

On Tuesday, Hilton revealed that her non-profit, 11:11 Media Impact, had gone above the $600,000 figure she mentioned in her Instagram post. She has raised $800,000 in emergency relief funds in 72 hours. $150,000 has already been granted to GoFundMe’s Wildfire Relief Fund to provide 150 Altadena families with immediate cash assistance.

“After meeting with people impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires, I heard heartbreaking stories of loss but also inspiring resilience. My goal is to help as many as I can as quickly as possible, which is why I’m making a $150,000 grant to the GoFundMe Wildfire Relief Fund, providing direct cash assistance,” Hilton said in a statement to Variety.

“Hundreds of families will receive this assistance immediately ensuring they can address their needs and begin to rebuild their lives today,” she continued. “My heart is with everyone affected by this devastating situation, and my team and I at 11:11 Media Impact will continue to show up.”

On Wednesday, January 8, she described herself as “heartbroken beyond words” as she shared a news clip of the burned remains of her beachfront property in Malibu. “Sitting with my family, watching the news, and seeing our home in Malibu burn to the ground on live TV is something no one should ever have to experience,” she wrote in the caption.

Still, she was grateful that her family and her pets were able to survive. “While the loss is overwhelming, I’m holding onto gratitude that my family and pets are safe,” she wrote. “My heart and prayers are going out to every family affected by these fires. To all the people who have lost their homes, their memories, and their beloved pets. My heart aches for those still in harm’s way or mourning greater losses.”

“The devastation is unimaginable,” she added. “To know so many are waking up today without the place they called home is truly heartbreaking.”