Resources for Non-Profits Impacted
by the LA Wildfires
Funding opportunities, local foundations, and fundraising templates
We know the greater Los Angeles community must come together in the coming weeks and years to recover and face the daunting task of rebuilding.
Funding Opportunities
As we become aware of any relief or otherwise similar funding opportunities, we will list them here, whether they are for individuals or organizations.
Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority Resource Page
California Community Foundation
As of 1/15/2025, per their website: "If you are a nonprofit seeking funding: While we do not have an open RFP process, you may share a summary of your organization’s work by emailing LAWildfires@calfund.org. Our team will review and follow up."California Fire Foundation - Supplying Aid to Victims of Emergency (SAVE) program
Raley’s/BelAir/Nob Hill Community Giving Donation Request
Email: community@raleys.comUnited Way Wildfire Response Fund
Addressing urgent, ongoing needs including support for low-income individuals whose livelihood has been disrupted, people experiencing homelessness, and disruptions to community organizations and small businesses.Pasadena Community Foundation: Eaton Canyon Fire Relief and Recovery Fund
Supporting immediate and pressing needs even as the fire continues to spread, providing flexible support to local nonprofit organizations as they respond to the local Eaton Canyon fire.California Department of Education Disaster Relief Fund
Partnering with SupplyBank.org Disaster Relief Fund to provide assistance for students, teachers, and school staff impacted by the devastating fires in Southern California.Jewish Free Loan Association
Offering zero-interest, zero-fee emergency loans of up to $15,000 for temporary housing, food, medical costs, and more. Loans of up to $2,000 are available without guarantors.LA County Worker Equity Fund
Supporting workers who may not be eligible for unemployment benefits, which includes those who are self-employed or/and independent contractors facing employment challenges as a result of the Fires. Contact via email: klobianco@opportunity.lacounty.govLAFD Wildfire Emergency Funding
Equipping LAFD members battling wildfires with equipment and supplies such as: emergency fire shelters, hydration backpacks, wildlife brushtools.Red Cross Southern California
Urgent need for Shelter Volunteers and Disaster Action Team Volunteers to support relief and recovery efforts across the city. Visit redcross.org/volunteer.IDEPSCA
Working to support the domestic workers employed by the households affected and ensuring alerts and information gets out in multiple language.Direct Relief: California Fire Relief
Providing N-95 masks, medicine and other resources to healthcare agencies and first responders in wildfire-affected communities across California.LA County Business Interruption Fund
Providing financial assistance to businesses experiencing significant operational disruptions due to the fires. Contact via email: lobianco@opportunity.lacounty.govSt. Joseph Center Wildfire Response Fund
Supporting individuals and families who have been displaced, as well as communities experiencing homelessness, to address the most urgent needs by providing emergency assistance, including meals, essential supplies, and temporary shelter.California Community Foundation Wildfire Recovery Fund
Supporting critical services including housing, case management, mental health and medical care for displaced residents; rebuilding infrastructure like emergency communication systems; offering financial assistance, labor law education, and immigration services.California Fire Foundation Wildfire and Disaster Relief Fund
Providing immediate, flexible cash aid to displaced verified homeowners who’ve lost homes (SAVE) and injured or displaced firefighters (Benevolent Fund).LA Community Fund for Mutual Aid and Equitable Recovery
Funding immediate needs resulting from the fires in the region, and the ongoing direct organizing of impacted residents to fight for the recovery, health, safety, and housing needs in the community.
Local Foundations
Organizations that are based in LA or that have LA focus areas that may have future relief funding opportunities.
Fundraising Templates
Below you can find basic templates you may find helpful as you begin the daunting process of fundraising for your relief efforts. If you find them useful, we encourage you to modify them to suit your organization. We hope they make your rebuilding effort just a little bit easier.
Template Donation Thank-You (letter or email)
Template Request for Relief Funds (Arts & Culture organization)
Template Request for Relief Funds (Health & Human Services organization)
Custom Fundraising Letters
If your non-profit has a website, PureGrant can create customized fundraising letters for you based on your website's information. We are providing this service for free for non-profits affected by the Los Angeles wildfires.