STAFFORD, Texas, Sept. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The American Red Cross has awarded a $1.9 million grant to Money Management International (MMI) and its Los Angeles-based partner, Neighborhood Housing Services of Los Angeles County (NHS), to support wildfire-impacted households across California. Over the next two years, the initiative will deliver financial resiliency services in Los Angeles County and surrounding areas through personalized counseling, education, and housing support for individuals and families recovering from the 2025 wildfires.
The grant will allow MMI to provide expert financial counseling and housing stability services through May 2027, with an emphasis on culturally responsive services delivered in both English and Spanish. As part of this commitment, MMI’s website and online counseling platform have recently been translated into Spanish, ensuring broader access to vital services during the recovery process.
“This grant from the Red Cross reflects a shared commitment to delivering long-term recovery and financial stability to families affected by disaster,” said Michelle Sloan Jones, Chief External Affairs Officer at MMI. “Research shows that disasters like the LA fires drive millions into poverty and leave many more at risk of lasting financial hardship, …