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SoCalGas Donates $75,000 to Pasadena Chamber Foundation to Support Altadena Small Business Recovery Following Eaton Fire
The Pasadena Chamber of Commerce Foundation (PCCF) announced today a $75,000 donation from Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) to support small businesses in Altadena, California, impacted by the recent Eaton Fire.
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[{"type":"text","content":"LOS ANGELES, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pasadena Chamber of Commerce Foundation (PCCF) announced today a $75,000 donation from Southern California Gas Co. (SoCalGas) to support small businesses in Altadena, California, impacted by the recent Eaton Fire.","length":260,"tagName":"p"},{"type":"text","content":"The donation will help local businesses recover and reopen, and will cover critical expenses such as relocation, equipment replacement, and operational restart costs. PCCF will provide assistance to eligible businesses located in or previously operating within the 91001 ZIP code.","length":280,"tagName":"p","attribs":{}},{"type":"text","content":""As small businesses work to rebuild after the devastation of the Eaton Fire, this support from SoCalGas is both timely and deeply appreciated," said Paul Little, executive director of the Pasadena Chamber Foundation. "These grants will help cover essential costs—from replacing tools and vehicles to restoring internet and phone service—so that business owners can get back on their feet and continue serving the community."","length":445,"tagName":"p","attribs":{}},{"type":"text","content":"The Pasadena Chamber Foundation and Altadena Chamber will jointly review applications and award grants based on need and the potential impact of the proposed use of funds. Business owners can apply at www.pasadenachamberfoundation.org.","length":240,"tagName":"p","attribs":{}},{"type":"text","content":""The Eaton Fire left a lasting impact on Altadena's small business community, and recovery will take all of us working together," said Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger. "I commend SoCalGas for stepping up with this generous donation and thank the Pasadena and Altadena Chambers for their leadership. These grants will provide a vital lifeline to help local businesses rebuild, reopen, and continue serving our neighborhoods."","length":461,"tagName":"p","attribs":{}},{"type":"text","content":""SoCalGas stands with the Altadena business community during this critical time," said Andy Carrasco, vice president of communications, local government and community affairs at SoCalGas. "We recognize the resilience of these small businesses and the vital role they play in the local economy. Through this collaboration with the Pasaden...