Oprah, Dwayne Johnson Donate $10 Million, Launch Maui Wildfire Aid Fund
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Oprah Winfrey are stepping as much as assist these affected by the latest wildfires in Maui … launching a $10 million fund to financially help hundreds of residents.
Johnson and Winfrey introduced the initiative Thursday morning … saying after brainstorming a bit on how they may provide help, they determined to kick-start the Individuals’s Fund of Maui.
The initiative is designed to place cash instantly within the pockets of these impacted by the devastating fires in Lahaina and Kula, which incorporates the numerous who misplaced their houses and had been compelled to evacuate.
Johnson says folks can apply to obtain $1,200 a month as they get well … and he is hoping extra donations pour in extra time so as to add to their very own huge contribution.
“We’re honored to begin this marketing campaign with $10 million {dollars} and ask to your assist in donating to those that have misplaced their houses,” Johnson mentioned. “We thanks prematurely to your contribution. “
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Oprah — a part-time resident in Maui — has additionally been doing her half by visiting evacuation shelters and handing out provides over the previous few weeks.