Los Angeles Wildfire Relief

Los Angeles Wildfire Relief

Last updated on 1/10/2025, 5:00 pm PST

Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the devastating wildfires across Southern California. We are committed to standing by our community and have organized relief measures to support those impacted. We’ve also compiled a list of fire relief and recovery resources for those affected or looking to support.

We will announce additional relief measures soon.

Southern California Wildfire Relief Fund

Help us rebuild hope and lives.

Wildfires have devastated our Southern California communities, leaving families and individuals in urgent need of support. The USC Credit Union Community Foundation’s Southern California Wildfire Relief Fund (SC Wildfire Relief Fund) is dedicated to providing immediate aid and long-term recovery. Every dollar goes directly to provide wildfire-affected individuals and families with:

  • Meals and hygiene kits
  • Funds for temporary housing
  • Funds for rebuilding lives

As a registered 501(c)(3) organization, your donations to the USC Credit Union Community Foundation are tax-deductible.

FEMA Disaster Assistance

If you’ve been affected by a fire, apply for disaster assistance with FEMA to access a range of recovery resources. These services include help with insurance claims, obtaining replacement documents such as birth certificates and Social Security cards, and support from the DMV.

  1.  If you have insurance, file a claim immediately. FEMA assistance cannot cover losses already covered by insurance.
  2. Apply for FEMA Assistance
    • Online
    • Apply via the FEMA mobile app
    • Call 800-621-3362
  3. Contact local emergency management officials for needs FEMA cannot assist with. You can also call the FEMA Helpline (800-621-3362) for referrals to additional resources.

Insurance Claim Assistance

If you have insurance and aren’t sure where to begin, follow this cheat sheet from LAist. The Department of Insurance is hosting insurance workshops for wildfire-affected families.

Where: Santa Monica College Performing Arts Wing
Address: 1310 11th Street, Santa Monica
Dates: Saturday, Jan. 18 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and Sunday, Jan. 19 (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
What: Fire victims can schedule a free, confidential appointment with department of insurance experts.
How: Call (800) 927-4357

Evacuation Shelters

Click on your fire area for more details: CAL Fire

  • Westwood Recreation Center: 1350 South Sepulveda Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90025
  • El Camino Real Charter High School: 5440 Valley Circle Boulevard Woodland Hills, CA 91367
  • Pasadena Convention Center: 300 E Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91101, USA
  • Arcadia Recreation & Community Services: 375 Campus Drive, Arcadia 91007
  • Pomona Fairplex: 1101 W McKinley Ave, Pomona 91768

Animal Evacuation Shelters

Click on your fire area for more details: CAL Fire

Small Animals

  • El Camino High School: 5440 Valley Circle Blvd, Woodland Hills
    • American Red Cross Sheltering Site with mobile animal shelter for small animals only
  • Agoura Animal Care Center: 29525 Agoura Rd, Agoura Hills
  • Baldwin Park Animal Care Center: 4275 Elton St, Baldwin Park
  • Carson Animal Care Center: 216 W Victoria St, Gardena
  • Castaic Animal Care Center: 31044 Charlie Canyon, Castaic
  • Downey Animal Care Center: 11258 Garfield Ave, Downey
  • Lancaster Animal Care Center: 5210 W Ave I, Lancaster
  • Palmdale Animal Care Center: 38550 Sierra Hwy, Palmdale
  • Pasadena Humane Society: 361 S Raymond Ave, Pasadena

Large Animals

  • Pomona Fairplex: 1101 W McKinley Ave, Pomona
  • Industry Hills Expo: 16200 Temple Ave, City of Industry
  • LA Equestrian: 480 Riverside Dr, Burbank
  • Castaic Animal Care Center: 31044 Charlie Canyon, Castaic

Emergency Housing

Utilities

  • AT&T: Offering unlimited data through February 6 to customers in affected areas and waiving fees for a number of services.
  • Verizon: Cell, text, and data usage incurred by customers in affected areas will be waived until January 18.

Health & Wellness

  • Planet Fitness: Free access to showers and locker rooms through January 15. Contact your local gym for details.

USC Resources

Read emergency updates from USC here.

Small Business Resources

Food & Supply Donations

  • Los Angeles Regional Food Bank: The Food Bank collaborates with government agencies and nonprofits to provide food and supplies.
    • Drop off locations (8am – 5pm):
      • Los Angeles: 1734 East 41st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90058
      • Industry: 2300 Pellissier Place, Industry, CA 90601
  • World Central Kitchen: Chef José Andrés’ organization is delivering fresh meals to those in need, including first responders and families impacted by the fires.
  • Salvation Army: Emergency relief and long-term recovery assistance. Donate or volunteer.
  • YMCA: Donate food, snacks, water, essential supplies, blankets, emergency supplies. Working directly with the American Red Cross.
    • Drop-off locations:
      • Anderson Munger Family YMCA. 4301 W. Third Street, Los Angeles, 90020
      • Koreatown YMCA Center for Community Well-Being. 433 Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, 90020

Monetary Donations

  • The American Red Cross: The American Red Cross is on the ground providing shelter, food, emotional support, and health services. Donate to help the Red Cross respond to and help those affected by the Los Angeles fires.
  • United Way LA: Donate to their emergency Wildfire Response Fund to support low-income individuals, the homeless, and small businesses in the community.
  • California Fire Foundation: The California Fire Foundation is supporting communities and firefighters affected by wildfires.
  • Pasadena Community Foundation: Donate to the Eaton Canyon fire relief fund. Resources deployment will be determined with city leaders and nonprofit organizations.
  • California Community Foundation: Donate to the Wildfire Recovery Fund to recover and rebuild the needs of California’s diverse communities.
  • Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation: Donate to the LAFD Foundation to equip fire personnel battling fires with tools and supplies.
  • CAL FIRE Benevolent Foundation: Provide funds for immediate life-sustaining assistance to firefighters and their families.

USC Credit Union 

We are finalizing our support plans and will soon announce specific measures to assist those members affected in the coming days. This assistance will include loan extensions, short-term housing support, and additional help for those facing hardship as they rebuild their lives.