Harkins Theatres donates $25,000 to California wildfire relief efforts

SCOTTSDALE, AZ (AZFamily) —A Scottsdale-based movie theater is helping those affected by the California wildfires.

On Monday, Harkins Theatre announced that it will donate $25,000 to the American Red Cross and Will Rodgers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation. In addition, the company will also donate $1 of every popcorn sold through Jan. 17 to the organizations.

Harkins says the proceeds will go toward emergency service, recovery efforts and long-term assistance for those affected by the fires.

The wildfires burning in the Los Angeles area continue to be fueled by strong winds. It has killed over 20 people and destroyed thousands of homes.

“This is a heartbreaking time for our friends, family, colleagues and neighbors in California, and our thoughts are with everyone affected by these devastating wildfires,” says Mike Bowers, president and CEO of Harkins Theatres. “We hope our contributions can provide some relief, and we encourage others to support these critical efforts in any way they are able.”

Harkins has over 20 theaters in Arizona as well as locations in California, Colorado and Oklahoma. To learn more, click/tap here.

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