One of the DRI Foundation’s primary giving goals is to support communities that are prepared and resilient in the face of disasters. The West Slope Foundation of El Dorado County, CA, also recognizes this goal, and has received financial support from the Foundation as a result.
The Caldor Fire was a massive wildfire event that raged from August through October 2021, burning 221,835 acres in the Eldorado National Forest and other areas of the Sierra Nevada. Recognizing the need for more robust disaster planning in the region to deal with future wildfires, the West Slope Foundation was formed.
Its programming focuses on three areas:
- Preparedness – including educational information and workshops
- Response – with multiple programs that help evacuees and survivors
- Recovery – providing individual assistance to survivors
“Thank you for your continued support of our organization,” said Scot Telfer, West Slope Foundation Executive Director, who provided the photos accompanying this article showing the organization’s efforts. “We are proud of being able to provide [services for] our survivors, and community members.”
The DRI Foundation is proud to provide support and vital financial assistance to such nonprofit organizations to aid their missions in communities where they are needed. Click here to learn more about how you can help.