Attention Local 857 Members:
IATSE has activated the Disaster Relief Committee. The IATSE Walsh, DiTolla, Spivak Foundation (WDS) has activated the disaster relief program for those affected by the wildfires.
Please download the application linked here if you have been affected by the winds and fires:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/…/view
In addition, the IA has streamline relief efforts and provide critical resources and launched a Southern California Fires Resource and Relief Page on their website at
iatse.net/socal-fires. This page includes:
- Guidance for members who have lost their homes or been forced to evacuate
- Information on shelter options and financial aid opportunities.
- Instructions for individuals, employers, and Local Unions to donate to support affected members.
Also, Local 80 has opened their stage (2520 West Olive Ave, Burbank, CA 91505) as a relief shelter. Please call Local 80 (818.526.0700) for additional information.
If you know of a member who has been affected by the fires, please direct them to these links.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.