Join us Thursday, March 19, 2026, for the 5th Annual April Fools’ Classic benefiting the Restoring Lives Foundation.

Our Mission

Restoring Lives Foundation exists to restore hope, dignity, and stability for individuals and families impacted by disaster, hardship, or housing insecurity. Our mission is to rebuild homes, strengthen communities, and empower people with the resources, skills, and support they need—so everyone has the chance to recover, thrive, and build a better future.

What We Do

Restoring Lives Foundation provides direct, essential support to help families recover from wildfires and disasters in California and across the country. Our mission is to deliver real security and hope for those facing the toughest challenges.

Disaster recovery

supporting infrastructure repairs and rebuilding for homes and businesses, with a focus on the underinsured or uninsured. Since 2024, California disasters have caused $38 billion in damage and over 38,000 insurance claims.

Emergency bags and supplies

for those at highest risk, getting vital resources to families fast. In the past year, over 1.2 million acres burned in California, displacing nearly 130,000 residents.

Temporary living assistance

for people unable to return home, covering hotel, motel, or trailer stays. Nearly 40% of wildfire evacuees still aren’t home months after disaster strikes.

Defensible space cleanup

for underserved and vulnerable communities, reducing wildfire risk and protecting entire neighborhoods. Millions in California live in high-risk areas but lack the resources for prevention or recovery.

Brett Lawton

Founder

"We don’t just rebuild communities—we help restore stability, foster preparedness, and create lasting results for underserved families and businesses recovering after disaster."

“That’s when Restoring Lives Foundation came into the picture. They stepped in and found a way to help us rebuild.”

Our Campaigns

Ready to Restore

Restoring Lives Foundation is partnering with Marcus Monk’s DreamChasers to launch a storm shelter initiative for National Preparedness Month. We aim to raise $150,000 to build 10 storm shelters and provide emergency kits to Arkansas’s most vulnerable families.

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Protecting Our Heritage Together

The Mountain View Mausoleum, a beloved piece of our community’s history needs help now! The Eaton wildfires have left this architectural treasure blanketed in toxic soot and smoke. Insurance won’t cover what’s needed to bring this landmark back to life.

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Ready to Restore: California

Let’s help California families stay safe, recover faster, and prevent the next tragedy. Join us this September and make National Preparedness Month count.

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