The below is for volunteer/donation opportunities only! If you have been impacted please go to California.gov LA Fire Resource Page or National Disaster Assistance for resources and assistance.

Support LA Fire Relief Efforts

The below list outlines donation and volunteer opportunities for anyone interested in supporting the relief efforts for those impacted by various fires in the LA area.

  • Support Firefighters

    California Fire Foundation Wildlife & Disaster Relief (Donations) - Donations will directly support victims of wildfires and disasters throughout California.

    CAL FIRE Benevolent Foundation (Donations) - Donations of any amount positively impact the lives of firefighters and their families, burn victims, and those that support us.

  • Support Food Relief

    Project Angel Food (Volunteer) - Looking for volunteers for both delivery and in the kitchen over the next several days
    Contact: Volunteers@angelfood.org

    Hollywood Food Coalition (Volunteer/Donations) - Looking for volunteers for food distribution and preparation during weekdays.
    Links: Donations & Volunteer Opportunities
    Note: check their Instagram for latest needs

    Los Angeles Regional Food Bank (Volunteer/Donations) - Looking for volunteers to sort and distribute food as well as donations.
    Links: Donations & Volunteer Opportunities

  • Support Essential Needs/Clothing

    YMCA of Los Angeles (Volunteer/Donations) - YMCA locations across LA County are taking donations of food & essential needs items. They also are taking donations for their relief fund & have volunteer opportunities
    Links: Donations
    Contact for volunteering: volunteer@ymcala.org

    Below are a list of local YMCAs that are taking donations. Please refer to the YMCA website here for guidelines and most needed items.

    • YMCA Koreatown Locations (Volunteer/Donations) - The Anderson Munger Family YMCA and the Koreatown YMCA are accepting essential items donations for victims. Check Instagram for most up to date donation needs
      Contact: For those wishing to participate in volunteering, please call 213-401-2946 prior to coming to check if we need additional volunteers.
    • Culver-Palms Family YMCA | Culver City (Volunteer / Donation) - Several West LA YMCAs are accepting essential items donations and have limited volunteer opportunities. Most needed supplies: diabetic friendly food, instant coffee, powder creamer, baby formula, peanut butter/jelly, reusable bags/grocery bags, luggage, gloves, cereal, sleeping equipment (blankets, sleeping bags, air mattresses). Consult the YMCA website for up-to-date information on volunteer opportunities and locations in need of donations.
    • Santa Anita Family YMCA | NE LA (Volunteer / Donation) - The Santa Anita Family YMCA (near Pasadena / the Eaton Fire) is accepting essential items donations and have limited volunteer opportunities. Most needed supplies: diabetic friendly food, instant coffee, powder creamer, baby formula, peanut butter/jelly, reusable bags/grocery bags, luggage, gloves, cereal, sleeping equipment (blankets, sleeping bags, air mattresses). Consult the YMCA website for up-to-date information on volunteer opportunities and locations in need of donations.

  • Support Animal Shelters

    Pasadena Humane Society (Volunteer/Donations) - Fosters (especially for big dogs) and financial resources needed.
    Contact: foster@pasadenahumane.org

    Canine Rescue Club (Volunteer/Donations) - The Canine Rescue Club is a network of caregivers who foster dogs awaiting their forever home.
    Links: Volunteer & Fostering Opportunities

    The Labelle Foundation (Volunteer/Donations) - Labelle centers on saving the most vulnerable animals in the shelter system. Making the world a better place, one pup at a time, we strive to continue to be able to save more lives. They are looking for pet fosters, donations, and pet supplies.
    Links: DonationsVolunteer Opportunities

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I volunteer?

Refer to the resources above or the California Volunteers website for opportunities.

How can I donate?

Refer to resources above or visit the Philanthropy CA website for opportunities.

What are the biggest needs right now?

Monetary & resource donations to relief organizations is a big need. Volunteer opportunities are also available for those who would like to give their time.