community partners
It takes a village to rebuild a city.
These are the people, partners, and donors standing with us as we help LA wildfire survivors return home. Whether you gave $20 or offered your platform, we’re here because of you.
We’re just getting started—and there’s room for more at the table.
Azurin & June Music “founding few” crew
Named after our top donors, this small, yet scrappy crew helped launch Lotus Rising LA. Some gave as individuals. Others brought a circle with them. Every name here is part of our foundation.
major support
($1,000 and above)
Michelle & Robert (“Fobby Robby”) Azurin, Tweedy Medical Group
Mike Himelstein, June Music Inc
giving circle
$500–$999
Hyun Joon (Billy) Seol, July Life Coach
Together with the generous support of:
• Jaclyn Smith
• Gunila Pedersen
• Nataliya Kapitanova
• Jamie Lee
Billy led this effort and gave personally. This group made their gift in solidarity and now have our giving circle fundraiser model named in their honor.
first believers
Alba & Greg Medina-Keeling
Brandon Bodkin
Daniel Kang & Teni Lopez-Cardenas
Jodi Ladge
Melody Thomrongsith
Micky, Milan, Leo, & Pauli Obradovic
Nancy Rosales
Sharon Bushy
Simone Mequiles
Stephanie Sayre
Veronica Moy & Michael Corpe
community partners
Our work is stronger because we don’t do it alone. From architects and legal advocates to survivor-led networks and foundations, these partners bring expertise, resources, and compassion that expand what’s possible for families rebuilding after disaster.
friends of Lotus
Neighbors and businesses who’ve fed us, cheered us on, and made our events possible.
Each of these organizations shows what it means to stand with community in times of need. Whether through funding, services, or hands-on support, their partnership reminds us that rebuilding takes all of us.
If your organization would like to join this effort, we’d love to talk.
how to get involved
There are a lot of ways to show up:
Donate to keep our programs running.
Volunteer your time or donate a skill.
Partner with us through a brand collaboration, in-kind support, or company match.
Or start a giving circle and bring your community along with you.
Whatever fits, there's a place for you here.
donor transparency
Want to see how donations are used?
We believe in being clear about where every dollar goes. Right now, your support helps us build the foundation: staffing, systems, and tools that make everything else possible. As we grow, your giving will directly fund home rebuilds, furniture, and the families at the heart of this work.
See how your support is used and what we’re working toward:
visit our Candid profile here