2025 Response Resources
World Central Kitchen, the nonprofit global food relief organization founded by celebrity chef José Andrés, is already on the ground in Southern California to aid first responders and evacuees. “Our teams have mobilized across the region to provide immediate relief in the form of sandwiches and water as we identify all areas of need,” the organization said in a statement on Jan. 8.
The California Fire Foundation works with local fire agencies and community-based organizations to provide ongoing, mid- and long-term support to California communities affected by natural disasters like wildfires. The organization, which provides direct support to victims, is beginning to support those impacted by the Palisades Fire.
LA General Regional Burn Center – The Burn Center has 10 intensive care isolation beds, 10 acute beds, a dedicated operating room, experienced occupational and physical therapists and a 24-hr emergency evaluation clinic for the care of burn patients.
The Salvation Army operates a disaster services fund that directly supports evacuees and first responders of California wildfires. The organization provides emergency relief and long-term assistance to those impacted by natural disasters.
The California Community Foundation is working to strengthen Los Angeles County since 1915. The organization’s Wildfire Recovery Fund targets the most underserved and hard to reach communities in the region, with the goal of helping provide long-term recovery relief.
FEMA has authorized the use of federal funds to assist the state of California in combating the Palisades Fire. The Disaster Relief Fund provides allowances to assist in fighting fires that threaten to become major incidences.
the Dream Center, an L.A.-based charitable organization that’s offering emergency shelter to those evacuated in the Palisades and Eaton Canyon Fires.
Friends in Deed, a nonprofit providing services for the homeless, as it opens its Bad Weather Shelter amid the fires.
Direct Relief’s California Fire Relief, which provides N-95 masks, medicine, and resources to health-care agencies and first responders in areas affected by wildfires.
The California Community Fund has a recovery fund dedicated to helping victims of wildfires. You can donate here.
Donate to the Wildfire Relief Fund at the American Red Cross.
If you’re located in the Los Angeles area and can offer temporary foster care to dogs displaced by the wildfires, sign up at the Canine Rescue Club.
GoFundMe also created its own campaign for wildfire relief and has tips for those who want to start their own fundraiser.
Emergency Resources and Hotlines
Los Angeles Region Community Recovery Organization – Disaster Distress Information
211 – Disaster Resources
Disaster Distress Helpline: 1 (800) 985-5990 or text “TalkWithUs” to 66746 for emotional support and resources.
Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority – Interim housing services for the unhoused community
Disability Disaster Access – Support for disabled people before and after a disaster
FEMA – Apply for individual assistance to help support recovery from a major disaster.
MYLA 311 – Requests for city services
Suicide Prevention Hotline: Dial 988 Suicide and crisis lifeline
Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) – Individuals unemployed due to disasters who don’t qualify for regular unemployment benefits.
LA Animal Services – Pet Food Pantry for low-income individuals and families.
Pets of the Unhoused– Food and supplies; shelter and resources.
United States Veterans Initiative – Empower veterans and families through housing, comprehensive services, and advocacy.
CA State Dept. Of Veterans Affairs – Vet Home Lancaster – Benefits and Services for Veterans and their Families: Assistance with Veteran homes, education, housing, VA claims, advocacy.
Disability Community Resource Center – Independent Living is dedicated to supporting the equality of life for people with disabilities.
Wayfinder Family Services – A range of trauma-informed services to help children, youth, and adults.
Domestic Violence Hotline – Helps individuals fight abusive relationships and barriers to transportation, shelter, and survivor resources.
No-cost Metro – No Metro fare collection due to challenges riders faced with using their TAP cards at stations and to ensure everyone can safely travel.
California Department of Insurance – Provides information on insurance coverage for Southern California wildfire survivors.
Report a power outage: SCE – for Southern California Edison customers who are experiencing power outages.
Report a power outage: LADWP – for Los Angeles Dept. of Water and Power customers who are experiencing power outages.
Uber & Lyft free rides to shelters – Uber and Lyft are providing free rides to wildfire shelters.
Airbnb/211 – Airbnb, partnership with 211 LA, is offering free temporary housing for residents displaced or forced to evacuate due to the recent wildfires.
Alerts
Citizen App – Live video and chat from a local perspective.
Alert LA County – Emergency Alerts in text and email form.
Watch Duty – Real time evacuation orders, shelter info, updates on containment, acres burned, and general fire details.
Air Quality Monitoring – Air Quality Monitoring.
Fire and Emergency Evacuation Information – Wildfire updates and evacuation information.
Ready LA County – Emergency alerts and notifications – We work with agencies across L.A. County to ensure you are receiving the most up-to-date information.
LAUSD School Closures – LAUSD School closures and updates.
Fire Recovery Assistance
Palisades Fire Evacuation Shelters
- Westwood Recreation Center (1350 South Sepulveda Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90025)
- El Camino Real Charter High School (5440 Valley Circle Blvd. Woodland Hills, CA 91367)
Eaton Fire Evacuation Shelter
- Pasadena Convention Center (300 East Green St. Pasadena, CA 91101)
Hurst Fire Evacuation Shelters
- Ritchie Valens Recreation Center (10736 Laurel Canyon Blvd, Pacoima, CA 91331)
- Northridge Park (10120 Reseda Blvd, Northridge, CA 91324)
- Sepulveda Recreation Center (8825 Kester Ave, Panorama City, CA 91402)
Aging and Disabilities – Los Angeles County) Emergency assistance for seniors and disabled.
Animal Care and Control – (Los Angeles County) Animal rescue for animals plus food, shelter, and boarding.
LA County Assessor’s Office – Property owners may be eligible for tax relief if their property is damaged or destroyed by a calamity, such as fire or flooding.
LA County Child Support Services – Can assist participants with child support obligations for those who lost their source of income because of the fire.
LA County Dept. Of Mental Health – Provides referrals for mental health counseling, grieving, coping, resources, crisis intervention and triage.
LA County Dept. Of Public Health – Provides information on safe cleanup after fire, food safety, public health services, and guidelines for onsite wastewater and private wells following a fire.
LA County Dept. Of Public Services – Provides disaster assistance to families through the General Relief, CalWorks, CalFresh and MediCal programs.
Emergency Network Los Angeles (ENLA)
Website link: Emergency Network Los Angeles (ENLA) – ENLA represents a network of nonprofits that enhances and supports the recovery of communities after an emergency incident. Access to non-profits aiding residents impacted by disasters. Services may range from humanitarian relief, planning for disaster response to long-term recovery and assistance programs.
Greater Los Angeles County American Red Cross
24-hour intake number
(800) 675-5799
So. Cal Division
The Salvation Army
Website link:
socal.salvationarmy.org
(562) 264-3600
Tzu Chi Foundation
909.447.7799,
info@tzuchi.us
United Policy Holders
info@uphelp.org
Interim Housing Resources
LAHSA Enhanced Bridge Housing – Interim Housing shelters are places where our unhoused neighbors can receive regular meals, showers, case management, and a bed
Watts Labor and Community Action – (Watts) Family stability, employment, housing and homelessness prevention, seniors, farming, youth development, and cultural enrichment.
Catholic Charities Los Angeles – Homeless prevention programs include case management and financial assistance for risk individuals and families.
Venice Community Housing Corporation – 346 units of affordable and supportive housing in 20 properties and operates an additional 28 units of short-term housing for families and transition-aged youth experiencing homelessness.
HOPICS – (Los Angeles) Access centers, housing placement, behavioral health, re-entry, and supportive services.
St. Annes Maternity Home – (Los Angeles) Support for young families and their children; provides high-quality supportive housing programs, early childhood education, mental health, and family-based services.
The Village Family Services – (North Hollywood) Drop-In Center provides youth with immediate relief — a safe space to find shelter, get help, showers, laundry, hygiene supplies, and warm meals.
Upward Bound House – (Santa Monica) Offers crisis and transitional housing along with case management, training & employment housing search and placement, on-site clinical emotional/mental health support services, and the health, wellness, and farm program.
PATH – (Silver Lake) Provides a variety of services for our neighbors experiencing homelessness that include employment, outreach, homelessness prevention, housing navigation, interim housing, rapid rehousing, and permanent supportive housing.
LA Family Housing – (North Hollywood) Helps people transition out of homelessness and poverty through a continuum of housing enriched with supportive services.
Lutheran Family Services – (Pasadena) Serving individuals and families throughout Southern California with basic needs like food, hot meals, clothing, housing, transportation and more.
First Place for Youth – (Los Angeles) Housing, Education, Employment & Supportive Services
Airbnb/211 – Airbnb, partnership with 211 LA, is offering free temporary housing for residents displaced or forced to evacuate due to the recent wildfires.
