The devastating wildfires sweeping through Los Angeles County have scorched over 28,000 acres, destroyed more than 2,000 structures, and forced 130,000 people to evacuate. Communities across Pacific Palisades, Altadena, Pasadena, Sylmar, and Hollywood are grappling with the aftermath, and many individuals and organizations are stepping up to provide aid. If you’re looking to help, here’s a detailed list of resources and ways to make a difference for the victims of these fires.
Organizations Supporting Victims
1. American Red Cross
The American Red Cross is providing shelter, food, emotional support, and health services to evacuees.
How to Help:
•Donate online at redcross.org
•Call (800) 733-2767
•Text REDCROSS to 90999 to donate $10
•Volunteer after completing required training.
2. Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation
The foundation is raising funds to equip firefighters with emergency tools, fire shelters, hydration backpacks, and wildland brush tools.
How to Help:
•Donate at lafdfoundation.org
3. California Fire Foundation
This foundation directly supports wildfire victims and their families.
How to Help:
•Donate online at cafirefoundation.org
4. Pasadena Humane
Pasadena Humane is housing and caring for animals displaced by the fires, including over 100 pets and livestock.
How to Help:
•Donate online at pasadenahumane.org
•Drop off food bowls, blankets, and extra-large crates at 361 S. Raymond Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105.
5. World Central Kitchen
Chef José Andrés’ organization is distributing meals to evacuees and first responders across Southern California.
How to Help:
•Donate online at wck.org
6. Baby2Baby
Baby2Baby is providing diapers, food, formula, and hygiene products to children and families affected by the fires.
How to Help:
•Donate online at baby2baby.org
7. Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is distributing food, shelter, and personal necessities to survivors and first responders.
How to Help:
•Donate to their Disaster Relief Fund online at salvationarmy.org
•Mail checks to “The Salvation Army – Disaster Relief,” P.O. Box 93002, Long Beach, CA 90809-9355.
Grassroots Organizations and Local Efforts
1. The Coop
Actress Sharon Stone has partnered with The Coop on Beverly Boulevard to collect donations for fire victims.
How to Help:
•Drop off gently used clothing, shoes, and bedding starting at 10 a.m. PT.
2. Klover King Burritos
Klover King Burritos has set up a free food stand in the Rose Bowl parking lot to feed anyone who’s in need of a hot meal. If you happen to be in the area and have the means, they are also accepting donations of food and drink supplies to keep their efforts going.
•You can follow their efforts on TikTok at: https://www.tiktok.com/@kloverkinglosangeles
How to Help:
•Donate supplies to help them continue their work.
3. Bike Oven
This community workshop in Northeast LA is collecting essential supplies for Eaton Fire victims.
How to Help:
•Donate hygiene products, N95 masks, pet food, power banks, and blankets at 3706 N. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90065.
4. YMCA Koreatown Locations
The Anderson Munger Family YMCA and Koreatown YMCA are accepting essential items for victims.
How to Help:
•Drop off food, blankets, emergency supplies, and pet food at:
•Anderson Munger YMCA, 4301 W. 3rd St., Los Angeles, CA
•Koreatown YMCA, 433 S. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Financial Support and Crowdfunding
1. GoFundMe Wildfire Relief Hub
GoFundMe has created a centralized hub for verified fundraising campaigns related to the fires.
How to Help:
•Donate to the Wildfire Relief Fund or individual verified fundraisers at gofundme.com
2. California Community Foundation Wildfire Recovery Fund
This fund distributes grants to affected communities based on data from CalFire and the CDC’s Social Vulnerability Index.
How to Help:
•Donate online or mail checks to:
California Community Foundation
717 W. Temple St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Specialized Relief Efforts
1. Direct Relief
Direct Relief is distributing medical supplies and N95 masks to communities affected by harmful smoke.
How to Help:
•Donate to their Wildfire Response Fund at directrelief.org
2. Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firefighters Fund
This organization supports firefighters injured in the line of duty and their families.
How to Help:
•Donate online at wodff.org
Additional Support for Animals
1. Canine Rescue Club
Volunteers are fostering dogs displaced by the fires.
How to Help:
•Sign up to foster dogs at caninerescueclub.org
