- Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Sharon Stone and Halle Berry offered clothing from their personal collections for residents affected by the wildfires that devastated parts of Los Angeles
By: India Weekly
IN RESPONSE to the recent wildfires that devastated parts of Los Angeles, real estate agent Jenna Cooper initiated a donation drive to provide clothing and other essential items to those affected.
The call for help quickly gained momentum through a network of influential women, including celebrities like Sharon Stone and Halle Berry, who offered clothing from their personal collections.
Cooper, who owns a home goods store called +COOP, transformed part of the space into a pop-up shopping experience for displaced individuals. Many residents lost their homes in the fires, which continued to burn on Friday.
“I’m packing up my entire closet,” Halle Berry posted on Instagram. “If you live in the Southern California area, I urge you to do the same. This is something we can do right now.”
Stone helped spread the word about the donations on social media, which garnered public attention.
Both Sharon and her sister, Kelly Stone, donated items like clothing and bedding, while Kelly volunteered in the store.
“The first thing they need when they come in the store is a hug,” Kelly Stone said. She added, “Show me pictures of yourself, how do you dress?” to help direct shoppers to suitable clothing.
At the store, a therapy dog named Jackie Robinson greeted visitors, while others browsed through donated items, including fresh underwear, Zara dresses, and designer shoes like Gucci and Ferragamo.
Cooper said support came from various Los Angeles power figures, such as actors, lawyers, restaurant owners, and even real estate agents in New York who sent gift cards.
One volunteer, Hollywood stylist Lisa Cera, brought two large bags of clothing from her closet. “I know people who have lost everything, and even people I don’t know I’m devastated for,” Cera said. “I decided I’m just going to bring whatever I can.”
Ellen Bennett, who was selecting clothes for her 72-year-old mother who lost her home in the Eaton fire, expressed gratitude for the help. “It’s so special and beautiful that in this time of tragedy, people are rising up and helping each other,” Bennett said.
Cooper shared how she helped a man find a pair of sneakers so he could enjoy running on the beach again, something he hadn’t done since the fires. “This is a city of love, and everybody wants to support each other,” she said.
