City National Bank, LA Galaxy’s official bank and wealth management partner, has donated $30,000 to support AYSO Region 13, the American Youth Soccer Organization chapter serving the Pasadena, Altadena and La Cañada communities that were dramatically affected by this year’s Los Angeles-area fires.
The donation includes a $25,000 LA Galaxy ticket bank, providing game-day experiences to young players and their families, along with $5,000 in soccer equipment to help replace gear lost in the fires and support the region’s ongoing programs.
“We’re incredibly proud to stand alongside our partner City National Bank in supporting AYSO Region 13, an area that was ravaged by the fires earlier this year,” Tom Braun, president and chief operating officer of LA Galaxy, said. “Our team has deep roots in Los Angeles, and we’re grateful to our partners for helping us bring moments of joy, hope and healing to families who have been through so much.”
Patrick Shopbell, commissioner of Region 13, said, “This gift from City National Bank will go a long way for the families of our region. After the challenges our community has faced, having this support means our kids can continue to experience the joy of soccer and the valuable life lessons that come with being part of a team and a community.”
The donation represents a two-pronged approach to community support: providing immediate relief through equipment donations while also offering hope and excitement through LA Galaxy game experiences. The ticket bank will allow young players and their families to attend Galaxy matches throughout the season.
“We’re proud to leverage our Galaxy partnership to support AYSO Region 13,” Diana Rodriguez, chief marketing and communications officer of City National Bank, said. “This is about more than soccer; it’s about helping a community heal. City National made an early commitment to help Los Angeles recover and rebuild in the wake of the devasting wildfires, and this donation, especially at this time of year, is just one way we hope to help bring some joy and normalcy to a community who has lost so much.”
