Puerto Vallarta, Mexico – Three devastating wildfires continue to burn near Puerto Vallarta, impacting the towns of Santa Cruz, Paulo, and Tlalpuyeque, all near El Tuito. These fires have left many families without food, water, clothing, or shelter. Among those affected are workers who are essential to Vallarta’s tourism industry, including housekeepers, gardeners, restaurant and hotel staff, taxi and Uber drivers, and farmers who supply fresh produce to the region.
One of the fires has been contained, but the dry season and challenging weather conditions are making it difficult to control the others. With limited emergency resources available in these small towns, Vallarta Cares has stepped in to provide crucial support. Volunteers have been delivering water, transporting supplies, and assisting firefighters in battling the flames.
How You Can Help
Your donation can provide immediate relief for those in need, including:
- Fuel to transport water for firefighting efforts
- Supplies for firefighters and emergency workers
- Food and clean drinking water for displaced families
- Medical and critical supplies such as bandages, diapers, baby formula, and clothing
- Temporary housing for those who have lost their homes
Click HERE to make a donation.
Local Events Supporting Relief Efforts
If you’re in Puerto Vallarta, you can show your support by attending fundraising events:
Neighbors Helping Neighbors Benefit (March 26th from 5:30-8:00 pm) – Georgia Darehshori of Casa Karma is opening up her home for a special gathering that will feature musical performances by Sargento Dan, Will Walker, and other artists. For a 500-peso donation, guests can enjoy live music, snacks and drinks, while supporting our neighbors to the south. For more information and tickets, click HERE.
Los Horcones Music Festival (March 22nd) – Vallarta Cares will also be at this free, family-friendly festival in Boca de Tomatlán, raising awareness about protecting the Los Horcones River while collecting donations for fire relief. The event runs from 12:00 noon to 7:00 pm.
Your Generosity Can Make a Difference
By donating today, you can help Vallarta Cares continue its vital work, ensuring that families in the affected areas receive the assistance they need and that firefighters have the resources to control the remaining fires.
“On behalf of our community, I want to say thank you for your compassion and commitment.” – Frankie Bañuelos, Vallarta Cares co-founder.
Vallarta Cares is 100% volunteer based, but all of their work would be impossible without the generosity of donors and supporters. If you would like to help the families of Puerto Vallarta and surrounding areas get through trying times, please visit vallartacares.org for donation information, and be sure to like/follow them on Facebook to stay up to date on what they are doing to help.
