Tika Sumpter donates personal baby items to families affected by devastating LA fires

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Tika Sumpter, known for her role in 'Sonic the Hedgehog 3', has launched a personal effort to assist families affected by the destructive Los Angeles wildfires.

On Friday, January 10, the 44-year-old actress announced through her Instagram Stories that she has initiated a "mini-distribution" to donate her own baby items to those in need.

Tika Sumpter says she's not accepting donations

In her Instagram Story, Sumpter shared, “These are personal baby items I’ve kept for far too long, thinking one day I would need them again.”

The items include car seats, strollers, bottles, toys, and other necessities.

Addressing inquiries from followers eager to contribute, Sumpter clarified that she is not accepting donations.

“We’re just giving away our stuff,” she emphasized.

The actress also expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support her initiative has received.

Tika Sumpter says baby items are ready for distribution

A photo posted on Tika Sumpter’s Instagram feed displayed boxes of gently used baby items ready for distribution.

“We hope we can be of service to those who lost everything and need a bit of hope and care,” she wrote alongside heart emojis.

Tika Sumpter's personal connection to the fires

The wildfires, which began on January 7, have claimed at least 11 lives and destroyed numerous homes, according to the County of LA Department of Medical Examiner.

Tika Sumpter, who shares an eight-year-old daughter with her husband, Nicholas James, spoke candidly about her fears during the crisis.

“Looking at the LA sky, I prayed hard, holding my child,” she wrote in a post reflecting on the experience of landing during the turbulent period.

Sumpter reiterated that no possessions could compare to the safety of her loved ones.

Jamie Lee Curtis makes $1 million donation to LA fire efforts

Jamie Lee Curtis and her husband, screenwriter Christopher Guest, have donated $1 million to aid those affected by the Los Angeles wildfires.

The 66-year-old actress revealed on Instagram on January 9 that the funds would be allocated through their Family Foundation to support relief efforts for communities devastated by the fires.

“As the fire still rages on and first responders work tirelessly to save lives, my husband, our children, and I have pledged $1 million to establish a fund of support for our great city and state,” Curtis wrote.

The 'Knives Out' actress also took to Instagram to encourage her followers to support those in need.

Updating her profile picture to an “I ❤️ LA” graphic, Curtis shared an image of the raging fires.

Emphasized the importance of unity, she wrote, “Take care of each other. Many of my friends will lose their homes, and many communities are suffering."