Wildfire Aid and Resources for the Arts Community and Greater Los Angeles Community

City of LA Wildfire Information & Resources

The City of Los Angeles continues to aggressively respond to the wildfires in LA Thousands of firefighters and first responders are working around the clock to save lives and protect property. Up-to-date information and resources are available here for those impacted by the emergency.


Arts and Culture Forum: LA County Wildfire Response and Resources

Virtual Webinar to support the creative sector and individuals affected by the fires, hosted by the LA County Department of Arts and Culture. Webinar takes place Tuesday, February 4, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. free with registration

LA Arts Community Fire Relief Fund

A coalition of major arts organizations and philanthropists in Los Angeles led by the J. Paul Getty Trust, including the Mohn Art Collective (Hammer Museum, LACMA, and MOCA) partnered with East West Bank, today joined with the Mellon Foundation, the Helen Frankenthaler Foundation, The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Qatar Museums, Ford Foundation, and other national and international institutions to announce the creation of the LA Arts Community Fire Relief Fund, an emergency relief fund for artists and arts workers in all disciplines who have lost residences, studios, or livelihoods or have otherwise been impacted by the devastating Los Angeles fires.

The fund will be administered by the Center for Cultural Innovation, a longstanding intermediary providing funding, advocacy, and research support on behalf of individuals in the arts.


An Arts Field Guide to Federal Disaster

Produced by the National Coalition for Arts’ Preparedness and
Emergency Response
(NCAPER) with support from the National Endowment for the Arts and The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation for arts organizations and businesses, artists and cultural workers.


California Arts Council Disaster Relief & Emergency Preparedness

The California Arts Council maintains this webpage dedicated to resources for Californians who have been affected by recent natural disasters in our state.


2025 LA County Arts Wildfire Recovery Resources

A list of resources that center the arts and culture community are on this page and update frequently.


Entertainment Community Fund

Formally named the Actors Fund.  Provides California wildfire resources for members of the Entertainment industry.The Entertainment Community Fund is a national human services organization addressing the needs of the entertainment community with a unique understanding of the challenges involved in a life in the arts. The organization’s emergency financial assistance program provides temporary financial assistance to those with documented financial need due to unforeseen circumstances. Visit the Entertainment Community Fund website to learn more.


Heritage Emergency National Task Force (HENTF)

The Heritage Emergency National Task Force, co-sponsored by FEMA and the Smithsonian Institution, strives to protect cultural and historic resources in our nation’s states, tribes, territories and local communities from the damaging effects of disasters. In addition to assisting museums and other cultural institutions when their collections are damaged by an event, HENTF helps reduce disaster suffering by assisting the public in salvaging flood-damaged family heirlooms.

HENTF leverages the expertise of its membership of more than 60 culture- and emergency management–related national service organizations and federal agencies to help FEMA and its federal partners connect with and assist cultural institutions and arts organizations at the local level.


National Heritage Responders

National Heritage RespondersNHR is available to answer questions from the public about saving family heirlooms at at NHRpublichelpline@culturalheritage.org. For cultural institutions and arts organizations seeking assistance with mitigating damage to cultural collections, call the NHR’s hotline at 202.661.8068.


Craft Emergency Relief Fund

If you are a craft artist or artisan affected by the fires, please visit their recovery resources and submit an application for their Emergency Relief program. For any questions about the application process, please contact them at programs@craftemergency.org. General information is available here.


Los Angeles Disaster Recovery Centers

The City and County are working closely with the state and FEMA to open Disaster Recovery Centers for Angelenos impacted by the fires. 

California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services

The OES combines emergency response, recovery, and resilience information into a single place for easy access by users. Visit the OES website for more information.

MALAN Fire and Wind Resources Mutual Aid

The Mutual Aid LA Network has created a Google spreadsheet filled with information about shelters, animal centers, and volunteer opportunities, as well as places to donate funding for those impacted by the fires. Details, which will continue to be updated, are organized by city and type of aid. You can either donate directly to the group or connect with other local hubs, as provided by the organization.


City of LA Disaster Recovery Centers Are Now Open

The City and County are working closely with the state and FEMA to open Disaster Recovery Centers for Angelenos impacted by the fires. 

The Recovery Center will support individuals with the following:

  • Lost vital records (birth certificates, death certificates, driver’s licenses, social security documentation) 
  • Disaster relief for people with homes and businesses lost or damaged by the fire.
  • They will provide referrals for mental health counseling and other services.

22 SBA Assistance Centers Opening in LA County

 Several disaster loan options are available for businesses as well as homeowners and renters with potential deferment of payment and interest for up to a year! 22 SBA Assistance Centers will be opened in LA County.

Details are contained in the attached fact sheets and press release. Centers will begin opening next week but anyone can apply for assistance now (online). Quick link: Disaster assistance | U.S. Small Business Administration


List of Animal Shelters

Secret Los Angeles, which curates best-of guides for the area, has a list of available animal shelters for refuge from the fires, in accordance with LA County Animal Care & Control. The lineup is separated between small and large animals, and indicates whether or not each facility has remaining space for pets in need. Additional resources listed below.

  • Pasadena Humane’s Wildlife Center, 361 S. Pasadena Ave. Call the helpline at 626-344-1129.
  • Pierce College, 6201 Winnetka Ave., Woodland Hills
  • For large animals, please contact AnimalServices Communication Center at (562) 940-6898 (South County) or (661) 940-4191 (North County)

Applying for FEMA

Find information here: disasterassistance.gov


Disaster Unemployment Assistance Employment Development Department, State of California

In response to the wildfires and windstorms, federal Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) is now available for workers and self-employed people who do not qualify for regular unemployment benefits. Available to independent contractors who are often employed in entertainment and other major LA industries. DUA benefit claims must be filed by March 10, 2025.

CA Department of Insurance

Avoid scams. This information will serve to inform you after a loss has occurred, as may be facing many problems you probably have not confronted before.


Airbnb Temporary Housing

Airbnb has partnered with 211 LA to offer free temporary housing to those who have been displaced or forced to evacuate from the wildfires. Certain qualifications must be met to receive accommodation, including living in the current evacuation zone and having an Airbnb account. Those in need of a place to stay can request aid by filling out this intake form with 211 LA. If you’re able to offer shelter, visit Airbnb.org for more information on how to sign up to host, free of service fees and with damage protection insurance included at no extra cost. And nonlocal people looking to help can donate directly to the company.


Los Angeles Fire Department Updates

Fire updates, evacuation information.


Road Hazard Reporting for City of LA

Submit reports through MyLA311


Resources Available for Businesses and Workers Impacted by the Los Angeles City Wildfires from the City of Los Angeles Workforce and Economic Development Department

In response to the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, EWDD is compiling a list of essential resources and information for workers and businesses. From financial support to job placement services, find the support you need to navigate this challenging time. Explore the resources by clicking on the local, state, and federal resources found here.


State of California Employment Development Department

The State of California Employment Development Department (EDD) provides a variety of services to individuals and businesses impacted by disasters in California. These range from assistance for those who may have lost a job due to the disaster, to employers who are forced to shut down operations. EDD staff located throughout the state are often called upon to lend a hand at Local Assistance Centers (LACs) established by the California Office of Emergency Services (OES). They provide assistance with filing claims for UI benefits, as well as job search assistance and other more general support and referrals to resources.


NotifyLA: LA City’s Emergency Alert System

Create an account to receive NotifyLA alerts about local emergencies by phone, email, and/or text. Subscribe to alerts for your neighborhood, schools, businesses, and other locations that are important to you. NotifyLA are sent using the Everbridge platform.


2025 LA County Arts Wildfire Recovery Resources

A list of resources that center the arts and culture community are on this page and update frequently.


Evacuation Shelters/Centers

The following evacuation centers are open for individuals and families displaced by the fires.


Donation Centers

These centers are distributing food, water, pet food, kids toys and books, baby items, diapers, toiletries, men’s, women’s and kids’ clothing, shoes of all sizes, bedding, towels and more.


Childcare

Los Angeles–area YMCA locations are offering free child care for children of first responders, essential workers and families who have been displaced, evacuated or who have otherwise experienced loss. Children must be at least 4 years, 9 months old up through eighth grade to attend the program.

  • North Valley (Northridge)
  • Ketchum-Downtown (DTLA)
  • Culver-Palms (Culver City)
  • East Valley (North Hollywood)
  • Westchester (West LA)
  • Mid Valley (Van Nuys)
  • West Valley (Reseda)
  • Burbank (San Fernando Valley)

Some Boys and Girls Clubs in the Los Angeles region are having extended hours to provide support and shelter for youths and families. They are open if schools are closed and also offer afterschool care. Please call each location directly for operating hours and specific services. They serve children ages 8–16. These Clubs include:


Restaurants Providing Free Meals

LA Times List of Food for Fire Victims

The publication has built an interactive map of 47 restaurants and counting that are providing free or discounted meals to those affected by the fires. Each listing includes up-to-date information regarding the establishment’s location, hours, pricing, and type of cuisine.

TimeOut List of Free Food for Fire Evacuees

Find a curated list of eateries offering food and shelter amid the wildfires, broken down by neighborhood, provided by TimeOut, which also gives details about how to apply for such aid.

LA Infatuation List of Restaurants Offering Support

On the outlet’s Instagram, LA Infatuation has provided a list of restaurants with free food for evacuees and first responders, encouraging others to add additional businesses that are providing support in the comments section. LA Infatuation notes that “some of these restaurants should be contacted via DM before walking in” and that information is subject to change as fires continue.

Additional Free Meal Locations

Amara Cafe in Pasadena offers free meals for families affected and first responders: 55 South Raymond Avenue, Pasadena, 7:30 am–4 pm.

St Francis School, 200 Foothill Blvd. La Cañada Flintridge, 12–5 pm.

Mobile Station, 2234 El Sereno Ave. Altadena, 1–5 pm.

Jack In The Box, 2125 North Windsor Ave. Altadena, 5:30–10 pm.

Pasadena City College, 1570 E Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, 5–9 pm.

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