The 2025 Los Angeles Wildfires have affected all of us in one way or another. So many people lost their homes and belongings, including their comic book collections. Others had to leave their homes behind, not knowing if there would be a home to come back to. Those of us not in the way of the fires (at least this time around) were the lucky ones. Since the start of the wildfires, Collector’s Paradise have been trying to figure out ways to get themselves and its customers involved in helping those in need. Last week, the store raised $700 for the LA Fire Fighters Foundation. They are currently working on other fundraising and donation goals. While they won’t be able replace everything someone has lost, they hope to be able to help their fellow comic book fans relieve some stress and continue to participate in this amazing hobby.

Several customers reached out looking to help those affected by the fires, offering to pay for their comic books. This kindness was the impetus for the “Customers Helping Customers” fund.

How Can You Donate to this Fund?

If you are able to donate money to this fund, please visit the website, Comicsandcards.net, and look for “Customers Helping Customers” to find the donation page or go straight to: https://www.comicsandcards.net/store-front/chc/

Collector’s Paradise will match all contributions, up to $5,000

Who Receives the Money?

If you are an existing comic book subscriber OR book club member of one of Collector’s Paradise locations and a resident of Pacific Palisades, Pasadena, Altadena or nearby affected areas, please email them at store@comicsandcards.net. Please put your name and address, and ask to be a recipient of the “Customers Helping Customers” Fund. Driver’s license or other State Issued ID with residence listed will be required for verification.

How Will the Funds Be Allocated?

They will start distribution of the funds as soon as they have enough donations and a group of recipients. They will add more recipients as the funds replenish. Money distributed through the fund to individuals will become gift cards that can be used at any of our retail locations. Funds will be allocated based on supply of donations and quantity of qualified recipients.  All of the funds will be distributed to those in need in the next 60-90 days. Collector’s Paradise will take no money for administration of this fund, will distribute 100% of the money to customers within 90 days. Records will be kept with all donations and money awarded.