Southern California marks the first anniversary of the Eaton and Palisades fires, with organizations providing aid to those impacted in Los Angeles and surrounding areas
Organizations Providing Aid for Wildfire Victims in Southern California
As Southern California marks the first anniversary of the Eaton and Palisades fires, we continue to track ways people can help those impacted by this disaster.
Here is a list of organizations working to provide aid to those impacted by last January’s wildfires:
| Organization | Focus |
|---|---|
| American Red Cross-Wildfire Relief | Emergency relief, meals, medical care, shelter |
| Baby2Baby | Diapers, clothes, basic necessities for children |
| CAL FIRE Benevolent Foundation | Funding for firefighters and families |
| California Fire Foundation | Financial support for residents impacted by fires |
| Direct Relief | Medical supplies, N-95 masks, resources for responders |
| Global Empowerment Mission | Emergency aid supplies, food, hygiene products |
| Habitat for Humanity | Rebuilding homes and providing essential supplies |
| Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation | Equipment for firefighters, funding for programs |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | Food distribution to those in need |
| SoCal Fire Fund | Flexible funding for immediate needs and support |
The American Red Cross has hundreds of volunteers in Los Angeles to assist those displaced by the fire. They provide emergency relief, meals, medical care, and a safe place to shower and sleep.
Baby2Baby is accepting monetary donations to provide diapers, clothes, and basic necessities for children living in poverty. They have delivered over a million supplies through 470 community partners.
The CAL FIRE Benevolent Foundation offers funding for firefighters and their families to help them recover from injuries and hardship.
The California Fire Foundation collaborates with community organizations and local fire agencies to provide financial support for residents impacted by the fires.
Direct Relief responds to wildfires each year in California. They provide N-95 masks, medicine, and other resources to healthcare agencies and first responders in affected communities. Donations to their wildfire response fund directly support individuals impacted by fires.
The Global Empowerment Mission supplies emergency aid, including nonperishable food, hygiene products, and water. They also provide generators, medical supplies, and temporary shelters.
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles helps families rebuild after disasters. They are ready to assist families in rebuilding homes and providing essential supplies during this crisis.
The Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation is a nonprofit that supplies vital equipment for firefighters and funds programs to help protect communities.
The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank addresses food insecurity in Los Angeles County. For every dollar donated, four meals are distributed to those in need.
The SoCal Fire Fund, a coalition including the Creative Artists Agency Foundation, CORE, and the LAUSD Education Foundation, seeks donations to provide flexible funding for those impacted by the fires. This fund helps secure immediate needs like food, medical care, and transportation.
