Wildfire Crisis Relief

Synagogues  

Beth Shir Shalom 
Offering refuge, workspace, or storage. Contact Cynthia Barzilai at cynthia@bethshirshalom.org.

• Pamela Park: 2236 Goodall Avenue, Duarte CA, 91010 
• Arcadia Park: 405 South Santa Anita Avenue, Arcadia CA 91007 
• LA County Arboretum: 301 N Baldwin Ave, Arcadia, CA 91007 
• Crescenta Valley Park: 3901 Dunsmore Ave, La Crescenta, CA 91214 
• Descanso Gardens: 1418 Descanso Dr, La Canada-Flintridge, CA  91011 

Registration packets available for parents and caretakers.  To review the registration packet, click here. Or email for more information recprograms@parks.lacounty.gov 

• Immediate Support and Resource Hub 
• YMCA centers have been converted into temporary evacuation sites, offering shelter, showers, and basic amenities 
• Each center will serve as distribution points for emergency supplies 
• Their parking lots serve as staging areas for emergency vehicles and safe spaces for community members to park 
• Their gym spaces will serve as donation sorting/storage areas 
• They will provide free access to YMCA amenities to displaced residents 
• Offer mental health support through our existing counseling programs 

• American Red Cross: Anyone who needs a safe place to stay can find shelters on redcross.org, the free Red Cross Emergency app or by calling 1-800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767). 

• Calvary Community Church: 5495 Via Rocas, Westlake Village, CA 91362 

• El Camino Real Charter High School: 5540 Valley Circle Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91367 

• LA Dream Center:  2301 Bellevue Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90026 

• Lanark Recreation Center: 21816 Lanark Street, Canoga Park, CA 91301  

• Pasadena Convention Center: 300 E Green St, Pasadena, CA 91101 

• Pan Pacific Recreation Center: 7600 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036 

• Pomona Fairplex:1101 W McKinley Ave. Pomona, CA, 91768 

• Ritchie Valens Recreation Center: 10736 Laurel Canyon Blvd Pacoima, CA 91331  

• Sepulveda Recreation Center: 8825 Kester Ave. Panorama City, CA 91402  

• Stoner Recreation Center: 1835 Stoner Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025 

• Van Nuys Sherman Oaks Recreation Center:14201 Huston St. Sherman Oaks, CA 91423.  

• Westwood Recreation Center: 1350 S Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025 

LA and Ventura County Leasing Inventory: This link offers list of available properties for lease in LA and Ventura County. Leases in Los Angeles – Updated 1.11.2025 – Google Drive 

• The Hotel Association of Los Angeles has compiled a list of hotels offering discounted rates for displaced individuals. Please click here to view the list. 

• The City of Anaheim has complied an online list of hotels within the city that are offering discounted rates for victims who have been displaced by the fire. The 39 hotels offering discounts include Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa, Clementine Hotel and Suites Anaheim, Clarion Hotel Anaheim Resort, and Cambria Hotel and Suites Anaheim. 

• Airbnb, with assistance of 211 LA, is offering temporary housing to those affected. You can get help – or provide help – at Airbnb.org/lawildfires. 

• Agoura Animal Care Center (Small Animals): 29525 Agoura Road, Agoura Hils CA 91301 

• Antelope Valley Fair 2551 W Avenue H, Lancaster, CA 93536 

• Belle’s Boarding (small animals) – 5751 W Pico Blvd W. Los Angeles, 90019 

• Comptoncowboys is offering horse hauling emergency assistance- 463 W Caldwell St, Compton, CA 90220 

• Feed Play Love – 5850 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, 90036 

• Industry Hills Expo Center Stables (horses) – 16200 Temple Ave City of Industry, 91744 

• Lancaster Animal Care Center 5210 W Ave I, Lancaster, CA 93536 

• Los Angeles Equestrian Center (Large Animals): 480 W Riverside Dr, Burbank, 91506 (Currently at Capacity)

• Milo’s Sanctuary (small/large animals) – 550 W. Rancho Vista BIvd. Ste D #106, Palmdale, 93551 

• Palmdale Animal Care Center (Small Animals) – 38550 Sierra Hwy, Palmdale,93551 

• My Pet Garden (Cats & small/medium dogs) – 2245 East Colorado Blvd., Suite 106, Pasadena, 91107 

• Pasadena Humane Society (Small Animals): 361 S. Raymond Ave, Pasadena CA 91105. Pasadena Humane has taken in nearly 150 stray animals displaced by the Eaton Fire and is working to reunite them with their families. To check if your pet is among them, visit the Pet Connect Page or stop by Pasadena Humane, open daily, from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. for assistance.  

• ⁠Paw Works (small animals) – The Oaks – 350 W Hillcrest Dr, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 

• Pierce College Equestrian Center (Large Animals): 7100 El Rancho Dr, Woodland Hills CA 91371 

• Pomona Fairplex 1101 W Mckinley Ave, Pomona, CA 91768 (Receiving horses only) 

• Rose Bowl Stadium (Large Animals) 1001 Rose Bowl Dr. Pasadena CA 91103 

• Western Veterinary Center, Medical & Surgical Hospital 4990 Reyes Adobe Road, Agoura Hills, 91301 

• Hansen Dam Equestrian Center (Large Animals) -11127 Orcas Ave, Lake View Terrace, CA 91342 

• FEMA Workshops will be held at Santa Monica College, Performing Arts Center East Wing (1310 11th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401) on  
• Saturday, January 18 (10:00-5:00 pm) and Sunday, January 19 (from 10:00-1:00 pm) to address your pending insurance-related questions. Please call (800) 927-4357 to schedule your appointment. 

• FEMA Recovery Centers (Countywide): 8 County libraries open Monday, January 13, 2025, from 9am-5pm to assist residents affected by the wildfires to submit applications for disaster relief.  
  • San Fernando Library 
  • West Hollywood Library 
  • Alhambra Civic Center 
  • La Crescenta Library 
  • La Canada Flintridge Library 
  • Live Oak Library 
  • Temple City Library 
  • San Gabriel Library 

• Disaster Recovery Centers are open to the public:  
  • Westside Location: UCLA Research Park – 10800 W Pico Blvd Los Angeles CA 90064. Operating from 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM, 7 days per week. 
  • Eastside Location: Pasadena City College Community Education Center 3035 E. Foothill Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91107. Operating from 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM, 7 days per week. The Centers help those: 
    • Who have lost vital records including birth certificates, death certificates, driver’s licenses, social security documentation. 
    • Who have lost their homes or businesses apply for disaster relief loans.  
    • Who need referrals for mental health counseling and other services.  

• FEMA: Apply for disaster relief here. 
  Three ways to register for FEMA Assistance and video tutorial: 
  • Online at DisasterAssistance.gov. Applying online is the easiest, fastest, and most convenient way to apply 
  • On the FEMA App for mobile devices:Call the FEMA helpline at 1-800-621-3362: 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. (PST). Help is available in most languages. 

• Employment Development Department: If you lost your job due to the fires, apply for benefits through the State of California. 

• For residents and homeowners: 
  • Temporary displacement assistance (e.g., hotel costs for up to two weeks) 
  • $770 for essential personal items 
  • Larger direct grants to help cover essential needs such as medical bills, car repairs, and more 

• Small Business Administration (SBA) loans:  
  Low-interest loans through for businesses and homeowners through SBA available at: https://lending.sba.gov/search-disaster/?disaster=CA-20030. Applicants may also call the SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or send an email to disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for more information on SBA disaster assistance. For people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services. The filing deadline to return applications for physical property damage is March 10, 2025. The deadline to return economic injury applications is Oct. 8, 2025. 

• LOS ANGELES COUNTY Disaster Loan Outreach Center 
  Pasadena City College Community Education Center (PCC CEC) 
  Multi-Purpose Room: 3035 E. Foothill Blvd. Pasadena, CA  91107 
  Opens 9 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14 
  Mondays – Fridays, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. 

• VENTURA COUNTY Disaster Loan Outreach Center 
  Ventura County Community Foundation (VCCF) Economic Development Collaborative 4001 Mission Oaks Blvd., Ste. A1 Camarillo, CA  93012  
  Mondays – Fridays, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. 

• For information on damage assessments and recovery resources, please see these links:  
  • LA City Fire Recovery 
  • LA County Recovers 

• Property Tax Relief  
  Anyone who incurs more than $10,000 worth of damage can file a property tax appeal using the link below, even if your house was not destroyed. And, if your home sustained more than $10k of damage, you can appeal for property tax relief. https://assessor.lacounty.gov/tax-relief/disaster-relief 

• California Disaster Assistance Program (CDAP) 
  Offers financial assistance for victims of disasters, including home repairs and rebuilding efforts. Their website and number is (800) 427-4626. 

• Pepperdine Caruso Law Legal Clinics 
  Pro bono disaster response programs. (These clinics are strictly pro bono, and client information will NOT be shared with other lawyers or permit volunteer lawyers to solicit fee-generating cases.) 
  • Thursday, January 16, 6:00 pm: An online training for local lawyers on FEMA practice, standards, procedure, and advocacy. This aims to improve lawyers’ immediate capacity to help the community. Register Here. 
  • Saturday, January 18, 10:00 am, at St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church in Malibu: A pro bono, limited-scope legal clinic with clinic faculty and local attorneys to provide advice, counsel, and guidance to neighbors on FEMA applications, insurance claims, and related legal issues.  
  • Sunday, January 19, 1:00 pm, at St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church in Malibu: Another pro bono limited-scope legal clinic.  

• Follow these accounts on social media for up-to-date news and information: 
  • City of LA Emergency Management Department @Ready LA 
  • County of Los Angeles @Countyofla 
  • LA County Department of Public Health @lapublichealth 

• Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation Business Assistance  
  Get support from the Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation and find information on What To Do After a Disaster.  

• California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) 
  CalWORKs is a welfare program that provides cash aid and services to eligible California families in need, offering short-term assistance with essentials like housing, food, utilities, clothing, and medical care. 

• Community Investment for Families Department Resource Centers 
  CIFD’s FamilySource Centers are open and available to support families during this critical time, offering emergency services, financial coaching, housing navigation, and other resources to help families rebuild and recover. Please visit LA4Families.org to find the latest updates on open locations near you. 

• FEMA’s Guide to Building an Emergency Kit: Ensure your family is prepared by reviewing FEMA’s emergency kit checklist at  https://www.ready.gov/kit. 

• FEMA Text Message Program 
  • To locate an open emergency shelter, text SHELTER and a zip code to 43362 (4FEMA). 
  • To locate an open Disaster Recovery Center, text DRC and a zip code to 43362 (4FEMA).  

• LA County Resources for Emergencies: For LA County residents, visit https://lacounty.gov/emergency/ for real-time emergency updates, resources, and evacuation instructions.   

• LA County Recovery Maps: For up-to-date maps showing damage assessments of buildings in the Palisades and Eaton wildfire zones. 

• Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) 
  Provides immediate relief and temporary housing for those displaced by disasters. Their website and phone number is (877) 481-1044 

• Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) 
  Offers shelters and housing for people displaced by emergencies. Their website and phone number is (800) 548-6047 

• 2-1-1 LA County- https://211la.org: 2-1-1 connects callers to information and services in times of need. It is available 24/7. Please call if you are seeking resources such as clothing, food, or programs for your family. 

• NotifyLA: Sign up for local alerts at NotifyLA.org. 

• Power Outages: Report outages and track crew status at ladwp.com/outages. If your power goes out, switch off all lights, except for one, so you will know when your power has been restored. Keep your refrigerator closed to keep food cold for longer. 

• LA Department of Transportation: Announcements involving significant road closures or transportation impacts can be found here.  

• Tree Removal: Request service via lacity.gov/myla311 or by calling 3-1-1.

• USPS Mail: Requests to reroute or hold your USPS mail can be found here. 

• Watchduty: This app helps you stay up to date with information regarding the wildfires  

• Mutual Aid LA Network: includes an easy-access list of information sites, housing, and animal shelters: www.tiny.cc/malan-fire. 

• State of California Department of Justice: Report incidents of price gouging during an emergency. 

• Road Closure Information: LA Works provides updates on road closures and transportation. 

• Disaster Legal Assistance Collaborative: Provides disaster related information from the State of California. Visit https://disasterlegalservicesca.org/  

• Check Air Quality: Get air quality data in your area. 

• Fare Suspension: Metro Board Chair Janice Hahn has authorized the suspension of fares until Sunday, January 12^th due to regional power issues affecting our TAP machines. Fare gates will remain open at all rail stations, and bus operators will not collect fares. 

• LA County Public Works is offering the latest information on road closures. 

• JFEDLA Community Call Line: For assistance, call (855) JFED-HLP.  

• Jewish Federation Los Angeles partner, Jewish Family Service LA (JFSLA), is providing the following support: 
  • Call JFS Central Access at (877) 275-4537 or email services@jfsla.org for help. Social workers can connect you with JFSLA services and programs and provide referrals to other providers. 
     
  • Resources for seniors: Neighborhood dining centers are open to seniors needing hot and nutritious lunches. The dining centers are open Monday-Friday, with 13 locations across Los Angeles. Kosher dining is available at select centers. For a list of hours, locations and age eligibility for the meal centers, please visit jfsla.org/dining-centers or call the JFS Senior Nutrition Office at (323) 937-5843. 
     
  • SOVA Community Food & Resource Program: Open to anyone needing access to fresh, healthy groceries, essential personal care items and connections to additional resources for individuals and families. SOVA offers kosher options, and you may choose the food that works best for you. Visit jfsla.org/food-pantries for more info. 
     
  • If you are experiencing domestic violence, please call JFSLA’s 24-hour Crisis Line: (818) 505-0900 or (323) 681-2626. 
     
• Jewish Free Loan Association (JFLA): Offering zero-interest, zero-fee emergency loans of up to $15,000 for essential expenses, such as temporary housing, food, medical costs, for eligible applicants, and more. Loans of up to $2,000 are available without guarantors. Apply Now: JFLA Emergency Loan Application. JFLA’s emergency loans can be used to cover expenses such as:  
  • Hotel or motel rooms  
  • Short-term rentals through Airbnb, VRBO, or other platforms  
  • Travel outside of the Los Angeles area  
  • Other temporary accommodations for evacuees  

• AT&T: Those in fire-affected areas are provided unlimited talk, text and data through Feb. 6 (if you don’t already have an unlimited plan). Check their website for a list of included ZIP codes. 

• Lyft: Riders in need can use the code CAFIRERELIEF25, valid for 2 rides up to $25 each ($50 total) for 500 riders from now until 1/15 at 11:59 p.m. 

• Uber: Use promo code WILDFIRE25 in the wallet section of your Uber app to redeem a free Uber ride up to $40.  

• American Red Cross: If you need assistance locating a missing loved one because of the fires, the Red Cross may be able to help. Visit redcross.org/findfamily or contact them at 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) 

• Local Salvation Army Locator: https://www.salvationarmyusa.org  

• The Suay Sew Shop is offering free clothing, water and food for fire victims this weekend. Head to their shop at 905 Mateo St., Los Angeles, 90021. Store hours are normally 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

• The National Council of Jewish Women is supporting displaced individuals and families by offering a thousand $100 vouchers to be used at the Council Shop secondhand, stores. In the months to come, there will be higher dollar-value vouchers available for families rebuilding their homes. The current vouchers are intended to help address immediate clothing needs. To access this resource please contact Selene Lopez and Maria Preciado at info@ncjwla.org. The vouchers are redeemable at these shop locations: 
  • 2515 W. Magnolia Blvd., Burbank 91505 
  • 12120 Venice Blvd. (at Grandview), Los Angeles 90066 
  • 21716 Sherman Way, Canoga Park 91303 
  • 11801 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles 90025 
  • 3757 Overland Ave., Los Angeles 90034 
  • 360 N Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles 90036 

• Calamigos Ranch, in Malibu, is offering free breakfast burritos every day and through the weekend from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Calamigos Beach Club restaurant. The food can be eaten there or picked up and taken back to families. The space can also be used to rest, charge smartphones and computers and utilize bathroom facilities. The restaurant is located at 26025 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu 90265. 

• Highland Park Brewery is offering free lunch specials all weekend for first responders, evacuees or anyone affected by the fires. The specials include the HPB Burger, vegan chipotle burger, fried chicken sandwich, hot dog and grilled chicken club. On top of that, chef Caroline will offer her famous chili. The location is 1220 N. Spring Street, Los Angeles 90012. 

• LA Times updated a list of L.A. County restaurants offering food and relief to fire evacuees and first responders  

• Babyletto is a Los Angeles-based nursery furniture brand, is providing free cribs to any families who have lost their homes or otherwise are affected by the fires. For more information contact the company at info@babyletto.com (Source) 

• Better Angels has launched a rapid-response Emergency Assistance Fund to support low-income families that have been impacted by the fires. The grants can be used for essentials, including food, clothing, and personal items. Applications will be reviewed, and funds will be distributed daily. Apply here. 

• Bobbie is an organic baby formula company, is providing any parent affected by the fires — Bobbie customer or not — with free baby formula. Fire victims can apply for the free formula at Bobbie’s online application. (Source) 

• The Valley Economic Reliance is hosting a free webinar on January 14^th at 10:00 AM to connect small businesses with vital recovery tools.  Register for the webinar here.   

Chabad of Malibu/LA Strong Foundation 

Chabad of Malibu/LA Strong Foundation is looking for volunteers to help with: 

• Processing and sorting donations of products 

• Helping with merchandising the store 

• Assisting individuals who come by to pick up items 

• Distributing food and beverages to first responders 

• Offering company to displaced or affected individuals who stop by for support. 

Volunteers will be on site at Chabad Malibu, 22943 Pacific Coast Highway Malibu, CA 90265. Contact Drew Koven Drew@LDRVentures.com or 617-312-7068 for more information. 

Jewish Family Service Los Angeles 
Jewish Family Service Los Angeles is seeking volunteers. If interested, reach out to Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@jfsla.org or call 323-556-2928.  

It’s Bigger Than Us  

• City Drop-Off Donation Center sponsored by Marqueece Harris Dawson 
• 4308 Crenshaw Blvd. LA, CA 90048 
• Monday-Sunday 10:00 AM-5:00 PM 
• Seeking the following NEW ITEMS ONLY:  
  • Men, Women and Children’s Clothing 
  • Air Mattresses 
  • Bedding  
  • Toiletries 
  • Non-perishable foods 

North Valley Caring Services Food Pantry 

• City Drop-Off Donation Center sponsored by Councilwoman Monica Rodriguez 
• 15453 Rayen Street, North Hills, CA 91343 
• Mon-Thurs 8:30 AM-4:00 PM and Fri 12:00 Pm-2:00 PM 
• Seeking the following items: 
  • Non-perishable foods 
  • Blankets  
  • Bottled water 
  • Diaper and wipes 
  • Microwaves 
  • Food produce (please ONLY drop off on Thursday)  

Councilwoman Traci Park’s Council District 11 Office  

• City Drop-Off Donation Center sponsored by Council Traci Park  

• 7166 W. Manchester Avenue, Westchester, CA 90045 

• Mon-Friday 9:00 AM-5:00 PM | Saturday-Sunday 12:00 PM –4:00 PM 

• Seeking the following items: 
  • Non-perishable goods 
  • Personal hygiene products 
  • Individually wrapped items 
  • Canned goods 
  • Dog food 
  • Baby food 
  • Water and Gatorade 

Red Cross 

• Submit this form if you are interested in submitting an in-kind offer to the National Headquarters of the American Red Cross. They can only accept bulk quantities of product and services from manufacturers, suppliers, and/or distributors as in-kind donations. In-kind products must be non-expired, palletized and transported at the donor’s expense. The Red Cross is unable to accept in-kind donations from community organized collections due to the logistical constraints that are often associated with the acceptance of them. Only one offered item per submission.  

World Central Kitchen 

• Their relief team is in Southern California to support first responders and families impacted by wildfires in the Los Angeles area. Their teams and partners have mobilized across the region to provide nourishing meals to people in need. Click here to sign up to volunteer or learn more. 

Kindness Hub 

• This is a community resource to track LA Resources being offered regarding food, support, volunteers, accommodations, and mental health. Learn more.  

Clothing Brands 

• The following is a very comprehensive list of clothing brands that are donating to fire victims. There are links to forms included in this chart, to access these resources. Brands Donating to Fire Victims. 

Project Ropa 

• Donations are accepted Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9am-3pm and Saturday from 10am-2pm. Donations include: n95 masks, blankets, shoes, pants, Jackets and coats, Hygiene products, tents, tarps and sleeping bags, water bottles and goggles. They are located at 13970 Van Ness Avenue Gardena, CA 90249. 

Clergy Community Coalition and the Faith Collaborative to End Homelessness 

• Coordinating volunteers and relief efforts across Altadena/Pasadena faith communities and partners.  We are in need of volunteers to support these relief efforts across the region. Please sign up HERE to lend a hand. You may be asked to help various organizations in the area as opportunities become available. 

Composed Good 

• The Valley County Market is hosting a free shop for families impacted by the fire including clothing, food and toiletries. The free shop is being hosted Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at 20929 Ventura Blvd, Woodland Hills, CA 91364. For those unable to visit in person, assistance is available. Call or text (310) 400-6470. 
• They are also collecting the following donations to be delivered to Suite 30: 
  • Clothing (all ages and sizes) 
  • Toiletries 
  • Kids’ items 
  • Houshold essentials (bedding, cleaning products chargers, and batteries) 
  • Shelf-stable food and beverages 
  • First aid supplies 
  • Diapers, toilet paper, and other essentials 
  • Pet items (food toys, leashes) 
  • NO FURNITURE 

Baby2Baby 

• Accepting donations to help provide critical items for children such as diapers, food, formula, and hygiene products. 

No Res Gourmet 

• Help people get connected to food and supplies via No Res Gourmet. There are 3 Ways You Can Volunteer — Help cook, package and distribute meals. Donate Funds — 100% of donations go directly to fire relief and are tax-deductible. Drop-Off Supplies — Bring essential food, prep items, and care supplies to our drop-off location. View more details and lists of items needed.

South LA Café 

• South LA Café is distributing food, water, masks, clothes, diapers, personal hygiene products, dog food and more. Follow them on Instagram at @southlacafe for updates on how you can help.    

Set Active 

• Accepting clothing donations for families affected by the fires. They are asking potential donors to contact them via direct message on Instagram. 

Canine Rescue Club  

• Volunteers are needed to offer temporary foster care for dogs displaced by the fires. You can apply to temporarily house an affected dog by filing out an online form. 

Chabad of Malibu 

• A relief and support center is being set up at the Chabad of Malibu for intake and distribution of supplies. Items including clothing, toiletries, children’s toys, bedding, and food items can be donated. For those interested in volunteering email Drew@ldrventures.com or Maxi@ldrventures.com, or call 617-312-7068. 

Garry Marshall Theater in Burbank 

• The Garry Marshall Theater (4252 West Riverside Drive, Burbank) is accepting donations of the following items between the 10 am – 6 pm: Non-perishable food, gently used clothing for adults, teens, and children, toiletries, baby supplies (diapers, wipes, formula), bottled drinking water, blankets, sleeping bags, coats, masks, batteries and phone chargers. 

Habitat for Humanity 

• Sign up here to volunteer with Habitat for Humanity’s wildfire relief efforts. As specific opportunities arise, you will be notified. 

Israeli American Council (IAC) 

• IAC is collecting and distributing the following items:  Blankets and bedding, non-perishable food items, bottled water, clothing (all sizes), toiletries and hygiene products, baby supplies (diapers, formula, etc.), pet supplies (food, leashes, etc.) and toys.  
• Items can be dropped off at IAC Shepherd Center, Monday to Thursday between 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. 
• If you’re unable to donate items but would still like to help, we are also in need of volunteers to assist with organizing and distributing donations. Register as a volunteer here 
• Our center is open as a warm and welcoming space for anyone in need—please feel free to come by. If you’re donating or a victim of the fires, you can email losangeles@israeliamerican.org, or call Rhianna at 818-633-1559. 

LA Works 

• LA Works has compiled a variety of volunteer opportunities here. 

California Volunteers 

• The #CaliforniansForAll initiative is sharing a variety of ways to get involved across the state. Search by zip code to explore volunteer opportunities and community efforts near you: Volunteer Opportunities 

⁠Maman  

• Maman has set up an Amazon Wish List for displaced families. Please donate to the Amazon Wish List, and make sure the items are shipped to ERETZ Synagogue & Cultural Center at 6170 Wilbur Ave., Tarzana, CA 91335. 

Mutual Aid LA Network  

• Mutual Aid LA Network has compiled an extensive list of organizations offering assistance and accepting donations.  
• Explore their full spreadsheet for a comprehensive list of resources.  

OBKLA 

• Hot meals are being prepared for those in need and for firefighters and emergency personnel. Volunteers are also urgently needed. Contact info@obkla.org for meal support or Volunteer Opportunities. 

Baum Challah 

• Baum Challah (Kosher Certified) will have freshly made Challahs available on Friday 1/17. If you know of a congregation/community that is hosting a Shabbat gathering that could use challah, please contact Lauren at thebaumchallah@gmail.com.      

Volunteer Collective  

• Volunteer Collective is sharing many ways to help. Please click here to access numerous volunteer opportunities and drives. 

PATH 

• PATH is currently accepting donations at 340 N Madison Ave, Los Angeles, 90004. Any questions contact them at PATHVolunteers@epath.org 
  • N95 Masks Blankets 
  • Bottled Water 
  • Pet Food for Dogs and Cats  
  • Granola Bars and Similar Non-perishable food 

Pasadena Humane 

• Donations are needed for food and water bowls, extra-large crates and blankets for the more than 100 animals they have taken in for emergency boarding amid wildfire evacuations.  
• The Pasadena Humane society is also seeking people willing to foster animals, especially larger dogs, amid the emergency.  
• Find more information on how to help here. 

Project Angel Food  

• Project Angel Food is seeking volunteers to assist with cooking and delivering meals. Contact them at 323-845-1816 or volunteers@angelfood.org. 

YMCA 

• UPDATED NEEDS: pantry items, personal hygiene items, gift cards, pet supplies and food, school supplies, small kitchen appliances, safety and first aid items, suitcases, single-use utilities and plates, water and boxed/canned beverages, zip ties. CHECK LOCATIONS’ INSTAGRAM FOR UPDATED INFO*
  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 
• Westchester YMCA- IN NEED OF VOLUNTEERS! NO MORE DONATIONS! 
  8015 S. Sepulveda Blvd Los Angeles, CA  
• East Valley Family YMCA: 5142 Tujunga Avenue North Hollywood, CA 91601 

Pasadena Community Job Center 

• Donations Needed: Baby wipes, masks, alcohol wipes, and ziplocks (gallon), diapers and feminine hygiene needed. No registration needed. Call the center for more info about volunteering or donating 626-440-0112. Visit 500 N Lake Ave Pasadena, CA 91101 

Pasadena/ Santa Anita Racetrack 

• Donations are being accepted at the City of Pasadena’s new donation center located at Santa Anita Racetrack (South Side, Lot B, by Gate 3 or 8), 285 W Huntington Dr, Arcadia, CA 91007. Before heading over there, anyone interested in donating must fill out this form: Disaster Relief Donation Interest Form.

The Bike Oven 

• A community-run workshop serving northeast Los Angeles is currently open as a drop-off location for supplies for those dealing with the Eaton fire. You can donate basic hygiene products, toiletries, N95 masks or respirators, pet food, power banks, batteries, blankets, and sleeping bags. Items can be dropped off at 3706 N. Figueroa St., Los Angeles 90065. 

Junior High LA  

• Accept in-kind donations of KN95 masks and N95 respirators, water bottles and jugs, electrolyte powders and beverages, hygiene kits and menstrual products. Drop off at 603 S Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA 91204.  

The Labelle Foundation (Animal Rescue Services) 

• The Labelle Foundation urgently needs supplies and transportation assistance. If you cannot help with transport or drop-offs. Donation items include crates (small, medium, and large) 
  • Dog Food (All kinds welcome; prescription dog food is urgently needed) 
  • Cat Food (Wet preferred) 
  • Water (Bottled preferred, but larger containers also accepted) 
  • Formula (For both cats and dogs) 
  • Cat Supplies (Litter boxes and miscellaneous items; litter is not needed) 
  • Pee Pads 
  • Non-Perishable Human Food 
  • Clothing Essentials (Must be new with tags) 
  • Supplies can be dropped off at 1353 S. Genesee Ave., Los Angeles, CA. 

The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank 

• Food donations are being accepted between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM at two distribution centers: 1734 East 41st Street, Los Angeles, CA 90058 and 2300 Pellissier Place, Industry, CA 90601.  
• The Food Bank is also accepting volunteers. If you’d like to volunteer, find more information here. 

Westside Food Bank 

• Westside Food Bank is need of volunteers mostly during the week to sort food at their warehouse for distribution. If you’d like to volunteer, please contact Shaun Dyer, at volunteer@wsfb.org or 310-828-6016, ext. 23.  Click here for further details.   

Union Rescue Mission 

• Union Rescue Mission is in need of volunteers to help in the kitchen for all shifts at URM in Downtown Los Angeles DTLA.  Mostly Saturdays during the breakfast & dinner shift and on Sundays for all shifts. We need help every single day of the week and weekend. If you are available – we would love to have your support in our kitchen. They are seeking help in their kitchen Saturday and Sunday. Various shifts: 5:30 AM – 8PM. 14+ Register in the Volunteer Portal or email volunteer@urm.org  

• JFEDLA’s Ezra Network, in partnership with JFSLA, can help you access social services. You can reach their team of social workers at 844-255-3972, job counselors at 310-622-3844, and legal counselors at (323) 549-5827. 

• JFEDLA’s Caring for Jews in Need team is working to extend available services to anyone in the Jewish community who is feeling the weight of these tragic events. If you receive a call from someone who needs support, you may refer them to our Federation’s Community Call Line 855-JFED-HLP. Currently calls are monitored Monday-Thursday 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM and Fridays from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM. We will triage all calls so that those with the most urgent needs will be responded to first. 

• Maple Counseling Center’s Briskin|Wilder Welcome Center offers a variety of sliding scale counseling and insurance navigation services for the Jewish community. For all those impacted by the wildfires, Maple Counseling Center is offering: 6 free therapy sessions, free assessment within 48 hours, and guidance with resources and insurance navigation. Maple answers calls live. If your call goes to voicemail, they respond within 24 hours. (310) 271-9999 x223. 

• National Alliance on Mental Illness: NAMI’s Warm Line: (310) 889-7200. You can reach the Crisis Text Line by texting NAMI to 741741. NAMI also offers free mental health support groups for individuals and families  to help navigate the emotional toll of this crisis.  

• Our longtime partner Jewish Family Service LA (JFSLA) is also there to support the community. Whether you are seeking a listening ear, or resources, JFSLA is available to help at this time. You may also reach out to them directly at (877) 275-4537 or email services@jfsla.org.

• Chai Lifeline – Chai Lifeline West Coast’s Crisis Team is providing vital support, counseling, and resources for families during this challenging time. Anyone needing assistance can contact their office at (310) 274-6331. 

• Jewish Community Support Groups – The Jewish Community Mental Health Initiative is providing weekly, free virtual support groups beginning on Tuesday, January 21st at 5:30pm. Interested individuals can learn more and register here. For questions, contact admin@jcmhi.com 

• Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH) – This toll-free, multilingual, crisis support service is available 24/7 to all residents in the U.S. and its territories who are experiencing emotional distress related to natural or human-caused disasters. Call or text: (800) 985-5990. 

• Chai Lifeline – Contact the 24-hour confidential crisis line at (732) 377-5135 or email crisis@chailifeline.org. For anyone else in need, please contact 855-3-CRISIS. 

• The Center for Mental Health Excellence is offering free mental health services for individuals and families impacted by the LA wildfires. Their goal is to provide immediate support during this difficult time. If you or someone you know needs help, please contact them at admin@CFMHE.org or call (619) 356-0072. 
  Here’s an overview of the services they are offering: 
  • Free Therapy Sessions: Up to 8 free therapy sessions for individuals, couples, and families affected by the wildfires, with the option for a sliding scale afterward. 
  • Free Virtual Support Groups: These groups are designed as standalone sessions, meaning clients can attend without any commitment to future sessions. This flexibility allows participants to join as needed, based on their availability and emotional needs. 
  • Hours of Operation: We are available to take calls from 8 AM to 8 PM. If we are unable to answer immediately, we aim to return calls within an hour.  

• Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (LACDMH) 
  Offers mental health services to individuals affected by disasters. Their website and number is (800) 854-7771. 

• The Help Group is working to provide mental health support for neurodivergent individuals. The Help Group remains a resource for anyone in the community. Call (877) 943-5747.  

• Lumina Counseling is offering same-day virtual therapy sessions for individuals and families. Their compassionate therapists provide a safe space for healing and addressing the emotional toll of trauma and displacement. Click here to learn more. 

• Los Angeles-based Therapists offering Pro Bono Therapy for Los Angeles Wildfire Victims: Explore the full spreadsheet for a list of resources.  

• GoodRx is offering free online healthcare provider visits through GoodRx Care to Los Angeles-area residents impacted by the wildfires. The visits can be used to get refills for essential medications that were left behind or destroyed in the fires. It can also be used for fast and easy treatment for a variety of conditions including the flu, a UTI and more. The service can be accessed online and Los Angeles residents can use the code LA-GOODRX-CARE. (Source) 

• Santa Barbara Midwifery and Birth Center is offering displaced Los Angeles-area fire victims free belly checks, postpartum care and other services for families who evacuated to the Santa Barbara area. For more information, email sbmidwifery@gmail.com. (Source) 

• The National Child Traumatic Stress Network has developed resources to help children, families, and communities navigate what they are seeing and hearing, acknowledge their feelings, and find ways to cope together, in response to wildfire. Find their extensive resources, available in both English and Spanish, here. 

• Integrative Psychotherapy Group, based in Beverly Hills, is offering free short-term therapy services to some fire victims and referral assistance for others needing longer-term or more acute treatment during the upcoming weeks. IPG is offering a brief series of trauma-focused therapy sessions to help individuals, couples and families process the complex emotions that can arise in the immediate aftermath of wildfires and similar natural disasters. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please contact Integrative Psychotherapy Group at (310) 461-4393 or info@ipgtherapy.com or visit their online website. (Source) 

• Jewish Community Health Initiative offering counseling to those in need https://ampsychfdn.org/jcmh/