Supporting LA Wildfire Victims: How You Can Help Through Donations and Volunteering

The devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, CA have left many individuals, families, and communities in urgent need of support. Donations and volunteer efforts are vital in providing food, shelter, and resources to those affected, as well as aiding wildlife impacted by the fires. Whether through monetary contributions, hands-on assistance, or donating essential supplies, there are numerous ways to help.

Below, you’ll find trusted organizations accepting donations, opportunities to volunteer locally, and businesses serving as collection points. Together, we can help restore hope and rebuild lives for LA wildfire victims.

How to donate

Consider contributing to these trusted organizations:

• LA Regional Food Bank: Providing meals to individuals and families in need.
• LAFD Wildfire Emergency Funding: Supporting wildfire response efforts.
• Wildlife Recovery Fund: Assisting displaced and injured wildlife.
• The Salvation Army Southern California Division: Offering shelter, food, and other essentials.
• The American Red Cross: Delivering emergency relief to affected communities.
• GoFundMe: A dedicated page for donating to fire victims, first responders, and other relief efforts through various fundraising accounts.

Volunteer opportunities

Explore local opportunities to lend a hand through L.A. Works, which posts updated lists of volunteer needs across the region.

Local businesses, organizations, and drop-off points

The following locations in Los Angeles County and Orange County are reportedly accepting donations, volunteers, or both. Please check their websites and social media for the latest needs, as many may reach capacity:

Los Angeles County

• HVPTO90254 (Guidestone Church): 730 11th Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
• Hearts in Action: DM them for drop-off locations.
• Homage Brewing: 1219 N Main St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
• It’s Bigger Than Us: 4308 Crenshaw Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90008
• LA Dream Center: 2301 Bellevue Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90026
• Union Rescue Mission
• Altadena Teen Girls Fire Recovery: 3530 East 15th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90023
• Flintridge Center: 425 Sierra Madre Villa Ave., Pasadena, CA 91107
• Pasadena Community Job Center: 500 N Lake Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101
• No Res Gourmet: 2010 W 135th St #2456, Gardena, CA
• +COOP: 7278 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036

Orange County

• Pacific Marine Mammal Center: 312 Broadway Suite 207 and 381 Forest Ave, Laguna Beach
• Atomic Ballroom: 17961 Sky Park Cir, Irvine, CA 92614
• DayDream Surf Shop: 864 W 16th St, Newport Beach, CA 92663
• Tanaka Farms: 5380 3/4 University Dr, Irvine, CA 92612
• RA Yoga: With locations in Long Beach and Newport Beach

For further information, please reach out to these organizations directly.

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