FOUNDED ON JANUARY 16, 2025: CELEBRATING ONE YEAR OF RESOURCE AND INFORMATION PODCASTS STREAMED (263 EPISODES)
Altadena talks foundation presents
Thank you for everyone that came out to enjoy the luncheon with us, we would especially like to thank all of our sponsors for making this happen, we so appreciate your hard work and efforts to keep our little community hopeful with these types of events:
Platinum Sponsor: Kendra Mays Designs and 1 Altadena
Gold Sponsors include: Homebound, Fat Brands Foundation, Angell Foundation, Nadrich Fire Law, Shared Harvest Foundation, and Justice for 626
Silver Sponsor: Altadena Rotary
Bronze Sponsors: CABL, LA Fire Justice, Wildfire Recovery Attorneys, Bimbo, and Altadena Dairy
Individual Sponsors include: George Edgar, Dr. Tamitra Clark, Mark and Paula Mariscal, Daniel Margolis, Eilene Harris, Cody Fornari and John Brennan
Partners include: LA County Parks and Recreation and Victory Bible Church
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When the Eaton Fire tore through Altadena, California, it left devastation in its wake — 5,200 acres burned, homes destroyed, and lives forever changed. But for Antoinette Raines, this was more than a wildfire. It was the loss of her family’s home, her sister’s house, and her aunt, who tragically perished that night.
Yet, in the ashes, Antoinette found purpose.
Determined to help her community rebuild, she stepped up with Team Rubicon, joining 86 Greyshirt volunteers in Altadena. Over the course of a week-long operation, they provided aid to 2,893 people —proving that in the wake of disaster, service is the greatest act of resilience.
For #Altadena, the fire wasn’t just about losing homes—it was about mourning a legacy of hope and opportunity for the Black community. This #BlackHistoryMonth, we honor heroes like U.S. military veteran Antoinette Raines, who answered the call in the wake of the #LAFires — standing strong for her hometown when it needed her most.
Watch how one woman’s strength, and a team of volunteers, are helping Altadena rise again.
Take Action!
Join the mission — become a Greyshirt: https://www.teamrubiconusa.org
Support disaster relief efforts: https://trusa.co/CAwildfires25
263 podcasts in one years time and we're still going. Don't sleep, we keep Altadena residents and visitors informed with all the latest updates going regarding events, legislation and more.
Toni hosted a builders town hall at Victory Bible Church, seeing the need to start the conversation about rebuilding when other orgs were focused on recovery and resources.
A fundraiser in April lead by Victory Bible Church and various organizations. Our own Toni Raines was on a wellness panel talking about the state of Altadena
Altadena Talks Foundation joined Strong Home Networks Fathers Day event, Strong Home's mission is to strengthen families by providing resources that foster communication and positive relationships.
My Tribe Rise Juneteenth event was a success, scholarships for students along with gift cards were given out at the event.
We appreciated the invite to participate in the red carpet event to spotlight Todd's efforts in the Altadena community
Over 5,000 backpacks and other school supplies were given to students at this event and we were proud to cover the achievement
Thank you to Style Click Media, LASE Music Group, Urban Foodies, ATP Productions, and others for recognizing the coverage.
It is an honor and privilege to be among some of the greatest power people on the planet. We are in awe of the company we keep.
Over 500 Altadena residents were given a 5 course dinner, along with $150 giftcards, turkeys and more. Special performances by the Lady Steppers and appearances by various builder/sponsors, Judy Chu and Senator Sasha Perez.
GUIDESTAR COMPLIANT 2025
Altadena Talks Foundation has reached platinum status on Candid.org, Click the image to learn more.
GUIDESTAR COMPLIANT 2026
Altadena Talks Foundation has maintained platinum status on Candid.org for two years in a row, Click the image to learn more.
