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:
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Red Cross Wildfire Relief Website
The Red Cross is a charity, not a government agency and people do not need to be American citizens to receive our help.
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Emergency Assistance Fund to support low-income families that have been impacted by the fires.
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anna.williams@calvarywestlake.org or frt@calvarywestlake.org
We would love to help meet your emotional and financial needs for you, your family, or your neighbors. To let us know about a need, please email and our team will let you know if we are able to help!
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Applications accepted through June 30th. CA Fire Foundation offers $250 gift cards to households that experienced more than 25% damage to their home/apartment.
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Salvation Army Disaster Website
Provides emergency relief and long-term assistance to those impacted by natural disasters, including wildfires.
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The Philanthropy California team has vetted the list below to help you direct resources to funds supporting non-profits active in place-based relief and recovery efforts with a special focus on supporting communities facing structural inequities. Additionally, some funds specifically support long-term resilience building & recovery efforts, which provide support for communities recovering in the years after a hazard event.
Open to Families:
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Fire relief grants directly to pregnant & postpartum families displaced by the LA wildfires.
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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.
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.
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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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Grief and Hope Go Fund Me website
Artists and art workers in Southern California who have experienced full loss or severe damage to their home, studio, or personal property crucial to their livelihood in the January 2025 fires.
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Center for Cultural Innovation Relief Website
The LA Arts Community Fire Relief Fund will accept applications from Monday, January 20, at 9:00 a.m. PST to Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 5 p.m. PST.
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ppankow@gottliebfoundation.org
Financial assistance to qualified painters, printmakers, and sculptors.
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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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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.
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Help@CaliforniaJazzFoundation.org
To request a Financial Assistance Application or an Emergency Medical Referral, applicant must meet the following requirements:
Show at least 5 years of primary employment as a jazz artist
California residency
Evidence of actual need
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.