We’re honored to share that Kwillt was recently featured in the Los Angeles Times as a resource for families impacted by wildfires. The article showcases tools and platforms -- including Kwillt -- that help preserve and restore irreplaceable family memories lost in disasters.
Wildfires devastate entire communities from the inside out -- it's not just the homes and buildings that are left in ashes, but also decades of family history. And, for many of those affected, it’s not the structural damage that takes the greatest toll—it’s the loss of irreplaceable photographs, videos, and personal mementos that carry a family’s story.
At Kwillt, we believe that while the physical can be rebuilt, the memories deserve to be preserved for generations to come.
If you’ve experienced a loss due to fires—or want to ensure your memories are protected in the future—this article provides actionable steps and shows how Kwillt can help.
When disaster strikes, the loss of cherished family photos and stories can feel overwhelming. While insurance policies can cover material losses, there’s often no replacing a grandmother’s wedding photo or a beloved family video. That’s where Kwillt comes in, helping families safeguard and restore their memories in a digital format.
Here’s how we can help:
The LA Times article highlights a harsh reality: when physical memories are destroyed, the emotional loss is profound. Photographs and mementos are so much more than objects -- they’re the threads that connect us to our loved ones and our past.
Digitizing memories helps families recover after a tragedy while simultaneously protecting against future digital asset loss. By creating an archive now, you ensure your family’s story is secure, accessible, and ready to pass on to future generations.
Start with small steps:
These small, consistent actions build a meaningful archive that’s not only a backup but also a celebration of your family’s life and legacy.
In the aftermath of disasters like wildfires, communities often rally together to support one another. At Kwillt, we’ve seen firsthand how memory sharing can bring people closer during difficult times. By creating a shared digital archive, families can support each other emotionally, celebrating the moments they’ve experienced together and finding strength in their resilience.
“You might not get back a specific photo that you lost, but it can be a fun and even healing experience to see other people’s viewpoint of the day or event,” Kwillt founder, Lee Reams, told the LA Times.
The article shines a spotlight on the importance of tools like Kwillt, not just for recovery but for ensuring that what matters most—our memories—can’t be erased.
We’re deeply grateful to the Los Angeles Times for recognizing Kwillt as a resource for families navigating loss and memory preservation. Disasters like wildfires remind us of the fragility of the physical world, but also of the enduring power of shared memories.
If you’ve been affected by recent wildfires, or simply want to ensure your family’s legacy is safe for the future, Kwillt is here to help. Together, we can create something that endures: a digital memory archive that protects and celebrates your story.
Read the full LA Times article here or start your Kwillt journey today to safeguard what matters most.
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