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PEF Eaton Fire Response
Help Students Recover and Move Forward
The road to recovery after the Eaton Fire is long, but together we’re making steady progress. Your support is helping restore stability, joy, and opportunity across Pasadena Unified schools.
While much has been done, many students and families are still rebuilding their daily lives. PEF is continuing to raise funds and grow partnerships so every student has the support, resources, and learning opportunities they need.
How Your Support Helps
- Mental Health & Wellness
Expanding counseling, wellness programs, and resources that support students and staff across all schools. - Classroom Grants
Providing educators with funds for teaching, learning, and enrichment—especially for students most affected by the fires. - Student Scholarships
Helping PUSD graduates access higher education and future opportunities. - Summer Learning
Keeping students learning, connected, and inspired through engaging summer programs. - College & Career Pathways
Creating opportunities that prepare students for college, careers, and meaningful roles in their community’s recovery.
Community partners interested in additional ways to support PUSD families, schools, and staff can contact responsefund@pased.org.
How to Help
Your support strengthens our schools and helps PUSD families recover.
- Donate – Help fund direct aid for families and provide essential school resources, classroom support, and recovery efforts across PUSD.
- Volunteer – Join efforts to distribute aid, assist with campus recovery, school gardens, and rebuilding projects.
- Partner – Businesses, foundations, and organizations can collaborate with PEF to provide funding, services, or in-kind donations.
Our Eaton Fire Response Stories
PEF Volunteers Unite to Support Altadena Arts Magnet’s New Campus
Last week volunteers from the Pasadena Educational Foundation came together to assist Altadena Arts Magnet in setting up their new classrooms at the Allendale campus. This effort was part of…
Community Support Shines at PUSD’s “Reopen, Restore, Rebuild & Rise” Event
The Pasadena Educational Foundation (PEF) recently supported PUSD’s “Reopen, Restore, Rebuild & Rise” professional development day, held on January 22, 2025, at Pasadena City College. This event served as a…
Responding to Crisis: PEF Volunteers Support Eaton Fire Relief at Madison Elementary
In the immediate aftermath of the Eaton Fire, the Pasadena Educational Foundation mobilized volunteers to support critical relief efforts. Last Friday, January 17, 2025, PEF volunteers joined forces with the…
PEF Response Fund Aid Registration
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Eaton Fire Response Fund
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A video message of gratitude from the PEF staff
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2021 Year In Review: Your Support Made A Difference
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Activating Face Shields!
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Seasonal Produce Distributed to PUSD Families
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Helping PUSD Get Back On Campus – Altadena Grocery Outlet
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