CB&T selects three charitable causes to
receive relief funding to aid Angelenos and first responders —
United Way Wildfire Response Fund, American Red Cross 2025
California Wildfires Disaster Relief and World Central
Kitchen
SAN
DIEGO, Jan. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/
-- California Bank & Trust (CB&T), one of
California's leading banks,
announced it will donate $100,000 to
organizations providing resources and relief to those impacted by
the unprecedented wildfires in Los
Angeles. CB&T is donating to the United Way Wildfire
Response Fund, American Red Cross 2025 California Wildfires
Disaster Relief and World Central Kitchen.
"The devastation caused by the fires in Los Angeles is truly heartbreaking, and our
thoughts are with everyone affected," said Eric Ellingsen,
president and CEO of California Bank & Trust. "On behalf of all
of us at CB&T, we are steadfast in our commitment to supporting
our customers, associates, and communities during this difficult
time. To aid in the recovery efforts, we are donating funds to
three remarkable organizations that are providing critical
resources to those impacted by this unimaginable disaster."
Through its Wildfire Response Fund, United Way of Greater Los Angeles is addressing urgent,
ongoing needs, which include support for low-income individuals and
families whose livelihood has been disrupted, people experiencing
homelessness and those who provide services to support them, and
disruptions to community organizations and small businesses. To
learn more,
visit unitedwayla.org/wildfire-response-resources/.
The American Red Cross 2025 California Wildfires Disaster Relief
is providing safe shelter, food, emotional support and other
critical services to those in need. In shelters, disaster health
volunteers are caring for minor injuries and replacing things like
eyeglasses and medications, while mental health volunteers are
providing comfort to those affected. In addition, the organization
is mobilizing hundreds of disaster workers to support the wildfire
victims, and moving truckloads of supplies like cots, blankets and
water to be ready to support thousands of people in emergency
shelters if needed. To learn more, visit redcross.org.
The World Central Kitchen Relief Team is in Southern California to support first
responders and their families impacted by the wildfires in LA.
Their teams have mobilized across the region to provide immediate
relief to anyone in need, which includes working with restaurant
and food truck partners to provide comforting meals. To learn more,
visit wck.org.
"At CB&T, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to the
courageous firefighters and first responders who are tirelessly
battling the fires and safeguarding our communities," added
Ellingsen. "Their bravery and dedication in the face of such peril
are truly commendable."
CB&T customers who are suffering losses, displacement and
other negative impacts due to the wildfires are advised to contact
their local branch or relationship manager for available
assistance.
To learn more about CB&T's commitment to empowering
California's communities, visit
www.calbanktrust.com. In addition, connect with CB&T
on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.
About California Bank & Trust (CB&T): CB&T
has been helping Californians and their businesses grow and prosper
for more than 70 years. A division of Zions Bancorporation, N.A.
(NASDAQ: ZION), CB&T continues to earn recognition year after
year across California. CB&T
has been voted "Best Bank" by readers of the San Diego
Union-Tribune for 14 consecutive years, and "Best Commercial Bank"
for 11 years in a row. Readers of The Orange County Register have
also voted CB&T as the county's "Best Bank" for 11 consecutive
years; CB&T was also twice named "Best Bank" in the Sacramento
Bee's Sacramento Favorites; and the bank has consistently won
Greenwich Excellence Awards for achievement in Middle-Market and
Small Business. Its experienced and professional bankers are backed
by major resources yet maintain local decision-making authority and
regional market and industry expertise. Each is committed to
providing clients with valuable economic insights and connecting
them with the beneficial business relationships they need to
succeed. To learn more, visit www.calbanktrust.com.
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