Help From Home: How You Can Donate to Wildfire Victims
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UPDATED Jan. 9th 4:00PM EST
One of the most destructive wildfires in Los Angeles’ history continues to sweep through neighborhoods, prompting tens of thousands to evacuate from areas like Pacific Palisades, Pasadena, Altadena, Santa Monica, and beyond. Currently, the flames are still far from contained.
Many Southern California residents and animals (nearly 200,000) have been displaced without warning. Residents not only face uncertainty about when they can return home, but also what they’ll find when they finally do.
Here are verified ways you can donate to support those affected:
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Shelter and Emergency Relief
American Red Cross
Offering displaced residents shelter, meals, emotional support, and healthcare services.
Here’s How to Donate: redcross.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS, or text REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 contribution.
United Way of Greater Los Angeles
Working with community partners to aid long-term recovery efforts.
Here’s How to Donate: unitedwayla.org
Emergency Network Los Angeles (ENLA)
Providing direct disaster relief to individuals and communities
Here’s How to Donate: cnla.org
Community Organized Relief Effort (CORE)
Supporting wildfire recovery with a focus on underserved communities.
Here’s How to Donate: coreresponse.org
Food and Essential Supplies
Los Angeles Regional Food Bank
Distributing meals to wildfire survivors and welcomes donations of food or funds.
Here’s How to Donate: lafoodbank.org
World Central Kitchen
Delivering fresh meals to displaced families and first responders in Southern California.
Here’s How to Donate: wck.org
Financial and pet support
California Fire Foundation
This foundation collaborates with fire agencies to provide financial assistance to wildfire victims.
Here’s How to Donate: cafirefoundation.org
Pasadena Humane
Caring for animals displaced by the fires and seeking donations of food, crates, and blankets.
Here’s How to Donate: pasadenahumane.org
Community and Crowdfunding
GoFundMe – California Wildfire Relief Fund
Raising funds for individuals and organizations affected by the wildfires.
Here’s How to Donate: gofundme.com/c/act/wildfire-relief/california
California Community Foundation – Wildfire Recovery Fund
Supporting long-term solutions for communities affected by wildfires in Los Angeles County.
Here’s How to Donate: calfund.org
Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation (LAFD)
Providing critical equipment and funds to support firefighters during emergencies.
Here’s How to Donate: supportlafd.org
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