Riot Games Closes Offices Due to LA Wildfires, Launches In-Game Fundraisers for Relief

Riot Games has confirmed that its Los Angeles offices will remain closed following the outbreak of the Palisades Fire, which has affected both the surrounding area and the company’s staff. In a news update shared by the company, it was revealed that many of Riot's employees have been directly impacted, with some losing their homes and others still displaced due to evacuation orders. In response to the crisis, Riot Games has been focusing on providing support to its employees, ensuring their health and safety are the company’s top priorities.

The post from Riot Games explained that the company’s headquarters, located just miles from the Palisades Fire, had been shut down since January 9. "This crisis has deeply affected our teams, with some Rioters losing their homes and many others still evacuated," Riot Games said. The company emphasized its efforts to assist employees through temporary housing, emergency stipends, and access to advisory services to help them navigate the crisis.

In addition to providing support for its employees, Riot Games is launching in-game fundraising efforts to help those affected by the wildfires and other natural disasters. Beginning January 22, Valorant and League of Legends PC will feature exclusive fundraisers to raise money for disaster recovery. The proceeds will go to the Riot Games Social Impact Fund, which will then distribute the funds to various organizations dedicated to disaster relief efforts in Southern California and other regions globally.

For Valorant players, the in-game fundraiser will run from January 22 to 30, with proceeds from the EX.O Collection going to the Riot Games Social Impact Fund. For League of Legends PC players, the fundraiser will take place from January 23 to February 5, featuring the return of the Firefighter Tristana skin, with all proceeds benefiting the fund.

These initiatives are just a part of Riot Games’ broader commitment to aiding disaster relief efforts. The company has already initiated a double-donation campaign for its employees, tripling their contributions to organizations such as the California Fire Foundation, Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, International Medical Corps, American Red Cross, and World Central Kitchen. Riot has also made direct donations to several of these organizations, supporting their ongoing relief efforts in the wake of the fires.

Riot Games concluded its post by reiterating its dedication to long-term recovery and prevention efforts. "Recovery doesn’t end when the fires are extinguished. Rebuilding communities takes time, and this crisis — so close to home for our headquarters — has inspired us to strengthen our commitment to natural disaster relief and prevention on a global scale," the company wrote.

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