Cash Assistance
Cash grants provided by local charities for people impacted by the wildfires.
Charities listed below are categorized by whether they are open to individuals, families or people in specific industries or demographics.
Open to Individuals & Families:
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Fund to support for foster families and TAY living in affected area (must be able to provide residency in affected area); fund will cover emergency needs including: housing support, meals, school supplies, toiletries, diapers, laptops, bedding, school uniforms, transportation, smaller furniture, and more.
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Four new multi-government agency centers focused on providing resources and services to service workers/domestic workers who lost their jobs/livelihood because of the January wildfires.
Starting Thursday, February 13th, you can apply in person for Worker Relief Funds ($2,000) and Disaster CalFresh as well as get help with jobs, healthcare, unemployment assistance (even if a contractor is not an employee), rental and direct cash assistance and many additional supports.
View full list of services and financial assistance info here.
Impacted Worker and Family Recovery Center locations:
West LA WorkSource Center and AJCC (JVS); Bresee FamilySource Center, EDD, DPSS; 5446 Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City, CA 90230
Northeast San Fernando Valley WorkSource Center & AJCC (Mission College Goodwill-SoCal); Pacoima FamilySource Center (El Nido Family Centers), EDD, DPSS Mission College (Campus Center Lower Level) 13356 Eldridge Ave., Sylmar, CA 91342
West Adams/Leimert Park FamilySource Center; West Adams WorkSource Center (AADAP) 4305 Degnan Blvd, L.A., CA. 90008
Boyle Heights FamilySource Center (El Centro do Ayuda), Boyle Heights WorkSource Center (Managed Career Solutions) 2130 1st St., LA, CA 90033.
Open to Specific Industries:
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Provides financial assistance to firefighters and their families affected by injuries or fatalities and supports burn victims.
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CTA Disaster Relief Fund Website
Teachers
The CTA Disaster Relief Fund is a separate, special fund for members of CTA through voluntary contributions from CTA members, and through CTA fundraising drives throughout the year.
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CA Restaurant Foundation Website
Food & Beverage workers
A temporary fund to provide emergency relief grants to food and beverage workers impacted by the Los Angeles area fires.
Application deadline 3/31/2025
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Members of any union local in LA County can apply for rent, mortgage, utilities, and/or food assistance from Labor Community Services LA
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MusiCares Disaster Relief Website
MusiCares provides crisis relief, preventive care, recovery resources, and need-based financial assistance for people across all music professions.
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info@entertainmentcommunity.org
Open to performing arts and entertainment industry individuals.
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Walsh/Di Tolla/Spivak Foundation can reimburse for up to $3000.00 for IATSE members.
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(323) 634-3888
MPTF is currently providing services including financial assistance, providing supportive counseling, and assistance navigating insurance needs.
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disasterrelief@sagaftra.foundation
Financial Assistance for SAG-AFTRA Members.
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A one-time emergency stipend is available for individuals who work in theatrical exhibition and distribution who have been displaced by the fires in Southern California.
Open to Specific Demographics:
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To see if you qualify for the DAV Disaster Relief for Veterans affected by California Fires and for more information, visit DAV Disaster Relief for Veterans.
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1 (866) 789-6333
unmetneeds@vfw.org
*Veterans
Financial Grants could be available for fire victims from the VFW's Unmet Needs program. For more information, visit VFW​ Financial Grants.
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U.S.VETS | Veterans Housing, Counseling, Career Development and Support
(877) 548-7838
Offers emergency housing assistance, resources and support to veterans.
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Disability Disaster Access Website
The Richard Devylder Disaster Relief Fund assists individuals with disabilities impacted by various disasters across the state. The fund helps replace lost critical assistive technology, tools and devices, and is also covering some motel/hotel stays.