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From Fire to Community Action | Venice Beach News

From the ashes of the 2025 Palisades Fire rose the Santa Monica Helping Hub—a grassroots force born out of tragedy and fueled by community resilience. What started as a lifeline for fire victims has blossomed into a vibrant hub for environmental action, food justice, and coastal stewardship. Through farm-to-neighbor programs, food rescue, beach cleanups, and educational dune walks, they’re transforming lives and landscapes. Founder Stephanie Inouye, honored as a Hometown Hero for rescuing an elderly woman during the blaze, credits the spirit of volunteers like surfer Carolyn Day and global…

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