partners & donors

It takes a village to rebuild a city.

These are the people, partners, and donors standing with us as we help LA wildfire survivors return home. Whether you gave $20 or offered your platform, we’re here because of you.

We’re just getting started—and there’s room for more at the table.

Azurin & June Music “founding few” crew

Named after our top donors, this small, yet scrappy crew helped launch Lotus Rising LA. Some gave as individuals. Others brought a circle with them. Every name here is part of our foundation.

major support

($1,000 and above)

  • Michelle & Robert (“Fobby Robby”) Azurin

  • Mike Himelstein, June Music Inc

giving circle

$500–$999

  • Hyun Joon (Billy) Seol

    Together with the generous support of:
        • Jaclyn Smith
        • Gunila Pedersen
        • Nataliya Kapitanova
        • Jamie Lee

Billy led this effort and gave personally. This group made their gift in solidarity and now have our giving circle fundraiser model named in their honor.

first believers

  • Alba & Greg Medina-Keeling

  • Brandon Bodkin

  • Daniel Kang & Teni Lopez-Cardenas

  • Jodi Ladge

  • Melody Thomrongsith

  • Nancy Rosales

  • Sharon Bushy

  • Simone Mequiles

  • Stephanie Sayre

  • Veronica Moy & Michael Corpe

If you donated and don’t see your name here, thank you for your gift. Let us know and we’ll update the list with gratitude.

community partners

We’re honored to work with local leaders, builders, artists, and brands shaping a more resilient LA.

VMC Architecture

Architecture partner providing expert consultation on rebuilding, permitting, and prefab strategies.

Supporting: Rebuild Ready
Victor brings decades of experience in residential and community design across LA, guiding us through permitting, planning, and what’s possible.

Modul8

Liaison partner helping families connect with trusted architects, designers, and consultants for their rebuild.

Supporting: Rebuild Ready

Together, we’re creating faster, smarter solutions for those priced out of traditional rebuilding.

coming soon

Furniture partner supporting our House to Home program with high-quality, cost-conscious furnishings for families rebuilding after disaster.

Supporting: House to Home

Their team helps turn empty rooms into spaces that feel cared for, helping families settle back in with comfort and dignity.

coming soon

A professional liaison service helping connect families with the right architects, designers, engineers, and consultants for their rebuild journey.

Supporting: The Village

Their team helps streamline the process and guide families through each step of the journey home.

the next phase

We’re in the process of partnering with a nationally recognized organization to expand our reach and deepen our impact, while staying true to the heart of why we started.

This next step will open the door to larger-scale funding and allow us to support more families, more quickly. We’ll share more as it comes together.

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start your own circle
or partner with us

Want to start a giving circle like Billy? We’ll help you every step of the way. Whether you're rallying a few friends or exploring a company match, there's a place for you here.

We also welcome conversations with brand collaborators, architects, builders, and local businesses who believe in the work.

donor transparency

Want to see how donations are used?

We believe in being clear about where every dollar goes. Right now, your support helps us build the foundation: staffing, systems, and tools that make everything else possible. As we grow, your giving will directly fund home rebuilds, furniture, and the families at the heart of this work.

See how your support is used and what we’re working toward
—[coming soon]