BMO boots on the ground: Our colleagues supporting South LA fire victims
On February 22, dozens of BMO employees joined forces with the SoLa Foundation and SoLa Impact to provide much-needed support to families affected by the recent devastating fires in South Los Angeles. The Together We Rebuild event, held at the SoLa Beehive, brought together more than 2,200 families and a host of sponsors to offer resources, assistance and a sense of community.
BMO’s Mobile Banking Office Truck was onsite, offering engagement for families, including games and giveaways. Our team members were also available to provide information about BMO products and services, helping attendees explore options for financial assistance and support. In all, hundreds of community members stopped by the Mobile Banking Office Truck, located in the heart of The Housing and Resource Village, of which BMO was presenting sponsor.
“It was inspiring to see the BMO Mobile Banking Office Truck become a hub of activity and hope at the event. We provided a space for families to connect, have some fun, and access resources to help them rebuild. This is what ‘Boldly Grow the Good’ means to me.”
– Guillermo Cervantes Rivas
Market President, Southern California Small Business Banking, BMO
BMO’s participation in this event is part of our ongoing commitment to supporting the communities where we live and work. We are proud to have played a role in helping these families as they seek to rebuild their lives.
“The energy and collaboration at Together We Rebuild were amazing. Working alongside fellow BMO employees and community partners to support these families was a powerful experience. We showed what we can accomplish when we come together.”
– Helen Seibel
Head of Employee and Community Giving, BMO
