Thursday, July 24, 2025

Pasadena Law Firm Raises $15,000 for Fire Foundation

STAFF REPORT

Charitable arm supports firefighter training and homeless outreach programs

A Pasadena law firm’s charitable organization raised $15,000 for the Pasadena Fire Foundation at a June fundraising event.

Lagerlof Cares, the charitable division of Lagerlof, LLP, held the fundraiser June 26. The event supported the foundation’s community work following recent wildfire activity.

The funds will support two main programs, a statement from lagerlof Cares said. The Pasadena Outreach Response Team connects homeless individuals to housing, healthcare and social services. The team includes staff from the city’s Public Health and Fire departments and Union Station Homeless Services.

Money will also fund leadership training for Pasadena Fire Department personnel. The training prepares firefighters for high-risk environments as wildfires increase in frequency and intensity.

“We are incredibly proud to help raise funds in support of the Pasadena Fire Foundation, whose tireless efforts this past year during the wildfires saved lives, protected homes, and brought comfort to communities in crisis,” said Joshua Driskell, chairman of Lagerlof Cares and managing partner of Lagerlof, LLP.

Driskell praised the foundation’s work during recent fires. He called their efforts “inspiring” and expressed gratitude for their continued public safety work.

The Eaton Fire increased demand for outreach services as displacement and trauma affected more residents. PORT’s field-based approach has become more critical in connecting people to resources.

Lagerlof Cares supports local nonprofits through volunteer work, charitable events and corporate donations. The organization aims to strengthen community connections through direct investment in local programs.

All proceeds from the June event will go directly to the Pasadena Fire Foundation, the statement said.