Will Ship the week of 1/28

I grew up in southern California and the recent devastation from the LA wildfires breaks my heart.  Even though I'm thousands of miles away, I wanted to do something to help those who lost everything in the fires and say thank you to the brave firefighters and emergency responders who valiantly battled the fierce blaze. 

I specifically chose this beautiful blue jade bead for the bracelet because blue is one of California's state colors.  It reminds me of the sky and the sea...two of my favorite things about my home state.  

The gold butterfly is also a state symbol for California...but it is also represents transformation and new beginnings.  Delicate yet strong.  It seemed to be the perfect choice for this piece. 

By purchasing the Stay Strong LA Wildfire Relief Bracelet, you can help support the ongoing relief efforts in California. Just Jill and PowerBeads by jen will donate $10 from every bracelet sold to the California Fire Foundation, providing much-needed aid to those affected. Scroll down to learn more about this organization. 

• 10 mm Blue Jade gemstone beads
• Choice of sizes... small, average and large
  
• Small fits 5 3/4"-6 1/4", Average fits 6 1/2”-7” and large fits 7.5”- 8”
• Charm is a goldtone Butterfly
• Stones are imported, medal made in USA. 
  
• Handcrafted in the USA
• Lightweight, less than 2 ounces
• To wear, roll the bracelet on and off your wrist, don't pull/stretch to remove.
• Nickel-Free 

Just Jill and PowerBeads by jen will give a portion of every bracelet to California Fire Foundation which provides emotional and financial assistance to families of fallen firefighters, firefighters and the communities they protect.  It is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization

 Formed in 1987 by California Professional Firefighters, the California Fire Foundation’s mandate includes an array of survivor assistance projects and community initiatives:

California Firefighters Memorial: The Foundation designed, built and maintains this unique memorial to fallen firefighters at the State Capitol in Sacramento. Every year, the Foundation holds a special, annual ceremony to commemorate the bravery of those who lost their lives in the line of duty.

Firefighters and Their Families: The Foundation supplies emergency support to departments and families of firefighters killed or injured in the line of duty through the California Firefighters Benevolent Fund and provides educational assistance to the children of fallen firefighters through the California Firefighters Endowment and Daniel A. Terry Scholarship program. The Foundation also provides grants to individuals who demonstrate financial hardship to take the FCTC Candidate Physical Ability Test or written exam, which are the recognized standards for physical and educational testing and recruitment within the fire service.

Victim Assistance: The Foundation’s Supplying Aid to Victims of Emergency (SAVE) program brings immediate, short-term relief to survivors of fire or other natural disaster throughout California. Working together with the California Fire Foundation, firefighters throughout California distribute gift cards in the amount of $250 to eligible survivors of fire or other natural disaster, so they may purchase basic necessities such as medicine, food or clothing.

Community Improvement: The Foundation supplies public safety resources, and conducts outreach and education about fire safety issues through its Firefighters On Your Side program. Additionally, the Foundation contributes to other organizations that aim to enhance and improve the communities of California.