Snoop Dogg Shares Plans To Help LA Wildfire Victims: “I’m Making Things Happen”

As the devastating effects of the Los Angeles wildfires continue to be felt, various public figures are stepping up to help their community in its time of need. Snoop Dogg recently detailed all the ways he will and already has been contributing in the effort to get LA residents back on their feet.

The Doggfather stopped by Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Monday (January 13) and discussed the ongoing tragedy with the late-night host. “The way that California is coming together and the way that the world is helping us, that’s the important thing,” he began after confirming he and his family are doing well. “People aren’t looking at differences. They’re just looking at trying to make a difference.”

He then made sure to acknowledge the firefighters and first responders who are working tirelessly around the clock to contain the fires. “They don’t never get no credit, and they always show up and they do what’s best,” Snoop added. “And when the job is over with, it’s like they’re forgotten about. But we need to give them a lot of praise right now. I give them a lot.”

The “Drop It Like It’s Hot” rapper revealed he has been working with people to help out residents who were affected by the fires. “I got a lot of people that’s out there on the ground that’s making things happen. I’m pushing buttons, making things happen, and making sure that the right people are getting the things they need,” he said. He and his team are also currently collecting donations at his Inglewood store.

“A lot of time when we put these donations together, certain people don’t get it. So we need to make sure that everybody who needs this gets this. So what my team does, is we go on the ground and we make sure that we make a direct connection with those people and aren’t missing anybody.”

Additionally, he shared that he is working on financial solutions, as he received a call from a bank that “wants to help out” and “contribute money to people that lost their homes.”

It wouldn’t be Snoop Dogg without his signature optimism. Earlier this week, he posted a photo of an LA sunset paired with an encouraging message. “It’s still such a beautiful place,” Uncle Snoop wrote. “LA will bounce back & be better than before.”

Last week’s LA wildfires have officially been determined to be the most destructive in county history. As of Jan. 14, the blazes have have killed at least 24 people, destroyed more than 12,000 structures, and scorched more than 60 square miles, per CBS. Officials said 88,000 people in Los Angeles County were still under evacuation orders as of Tuesday morning, and curfews are in effect for the Palisades and Eaton fire zones from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.