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The Guzman’s Come Home
Up on Cobb Mountain, in Lake County, there’s a small property. A cute little pond with plant beds all along the shore, and several fruit trees freshly planted, with algae from the pond used as fertilizer. Rogel and Maria Guzman lost their home in the 2015 Valley Fire,...
The Phases of Volunteering
What does it mean to be a volunteer? In the world of disaster response, that’s not an easy question to answer. From immediate response, to long term recovery, a volunteer at different stages fills many different roles. Each step along the way requires patience and...
The Many Roles of Volunteers
Wildfires have become a constant in the western part of the US. So much so that it can become overwhelming to watch the news and see another disaster strike a community. In Northern California, the Mendocino Complex Fire and the Carr Fire have created a devastating...
Mendocino Complex and Carr Fires
Currently, there are several large fires raging in Northern California, our team is working long hours to provide assistance and training. However, the increased need has put a strain on our camp and staff. We need your help! The Medocino Complex Fire is the largest...
Planning a Volunteer Team
Planning a volunteer trip takes quite a bit of coordinating, and you’ll likely have many skilled people ready to work. Making sure your group is putting their time and talents to good use is our top priority. That’s why we at Hope City decided to give you a little...
A Brief Update on Redding
We sent out an update on the Mendocino Complex Fire and the Carr Fire on Friday. Today, we want to follow up with some information on what we’ve been doing while these fires have pushed many out of their homes. Our volunteers have been helping out at the emergency...
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