As you are aware, Northern California wine country has been hit by devastating wildfires that have led to terrible loss of life and property. The events are simply heartbreaking, and the situation is still unfolding.
We wanted to take this opportunity to let you know that the Santa Barbara wine community wants to do its part. Yesterday, The Santa Barbara Vintners Foundation set up a fund in partnership with Direct Relief by creating a fundraising site (see below link) specifically benefitting Northern California fire relief.
Many of you already know that Foxen and our Santa Barbara wine community have been enthusiastic supporters of Direct Relief for nearly twenty years. Headquartered in Goleta, Direct Relief is a humanitarian aid organization, active in all 50 states and more than 80 countries--with a mission to improve the health and lives of people affected by poverty or emergencies. You may already know that Direct Relief was among some of the first on the ground bringing desperately needed medical supplies to those regions affected by hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria, in addition to earthquakes and other natural disasters around the world.
This has been a difficult year for so many people everywhere. Keeping others in our hearts truly does make a difference, and we are grateful for your support.
