Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the devastating fires in our beloved community of Los Angeles. We know this is an incredibly difficult time, and we want you to feel the support and care of a community standing with you. To our clients, friends, family and loved ones, we are here to support you in any way we can.
We are deeply grateful to the firefighters, first responders, and volunteers working tirelessly to protect our neighborhoods. Their courage and dedication inspire us all and we are keeping them, along with everyone impacted, in our thoughts and prayers.
If you or anyone you know need a place to call home or resources of any kind, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are committed to doing everything we can to help you navigate this challenging time.
We have also put together a list of resources for those impacted by the fires as well as those who would like to help by volunteering and/or donating to local services and non profits working around the clock to ease the burden for those most in need.
Together, we will move forward with love, strength, and solidarity. Please continue to keep Southern California and all those affected in your thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Tara, Melissa & Jace
Donations
The Red Cross provides emergency services including shelter, food, emotional support and health resources.
World Central Kitchen supports first responders and families impacted by wildfire by providing immediate relief in the form of food and water.
Baby2Baby is providing critical items, including diapers, food, formula and hygiene products for children and families who have lost their homes to the fires.
Direct Relief deploys emergency medical aid, N-95 respirators, and other critical supplies to wildfire-impacted communities.
L.A. Fire Department Foundation is seeking monetary donations to equip firefighters battling the wildfires with items including emergency fire shelters, hydration backpacks and wild land brush tools.
The California Fire Foundation provides emotional and financial assistance to families of fallen firefighters, firefighters, and the communities they protect.
Compass Essentials Donation Drive: Compass is accepting donations to directly support their agents, staff in need, and the broader community that have been impacted by the Los Angeles fires. The donations are distributed to the victims daily. The most urgently needed item is gift cards, particularly for food delivery services, as they allow those in need the flexibility to order meals from a variety of locations that best suit their circumstances. If you would like to contribute to the Compass Essentials Donation Drive, please reach out and we can help facilitate/connect you with the right person.
General Resources
FEMA Assistance: Their mission is to provide disaster survivors with information, support, services, and a means to access and apply for disaster assistance through joint data-sharing efforts between federal, tribal, state, local, and private sector partners.
AirBNB & 211 LA are providing free, temporary housing for those displaced by the fires. Complete the intake form through 211LA to apply.
LA County Tax Assessor Disaster Relief: You may be eligible for tax relief if your property is damaged or destroyed by a calamity, such as fire or flooding. To qualify, you must file an Application for Reassessment: Property Damaged or Destroyed by Misfortune or Calamity (M&C) Form ADS-820 with the Assessor’s Office within 12 months from the date the property was damaged or destroyed. The loss must exceed $10,000 of current market value.
California Department of Insurance – Top Ten Tips For Wildfire Claimants
LA Regional Food Bank Donation Sites
Vernon: 1734 E 41st St, Los Angeles, CA
Industry: 2300 Pellissier Pl, Industry, CA
Information Sources
Watch Duty App is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that alerts you of nearby wildfires and firefighting efforts in real-time. It also provides clear and concise evacuation notices as well as shelters for people and animals all in one place.
KTLA App provides live updates, evacuation information, and reliable coverage from the KTLA team on the ground.
AirNow is a one-stop source for air quality data.
