As our hearts go out to our friends, family, and colleagues impacted by the LA wildfires, NYWIFT has compiled a list of resources for those needing help and those looking to contribute from afar:
HOUSING RESOURCES:
Airbnb.org offers temporary housing to people impacted by Los Angeles wildfires
Tenants’ Rights During Wildfire Disaster – Hotline for affected renters 800-477-5977
If you have been displaced and are seeking temporary housing, you can go here
List of shelter addresses – available from our friends at PANO
MUTUAL AID:
Mutual Aid Network Los Angeles Jan 2025 Resource Library
MALAN Google Sheet of Resources
FOOD:
L.A. restaurants offering shelter, discounts and food to fire evacuees and first responders
Free groceries, water and masks at South Cafe LA
MASKS:
FINANCE ASSISTANCE:
IATSE Disaster Response Committee – Financial Assistance Applications
FAMILY RESOURCES:
YMCLA is offering childcare for kids 5+ of first responders and displaced families
LA Unified School District Updates and meal distribution for LAUSD Students here
PETS:
Canine Rescue Club – housing pets and helping owners locate displaced pets
World Animal Protection US – list of emergency shelters
HEALTHCARE:
Call/text Disability Disaster Hotline – 800-626-4959 or email at hotline@disasterstrategies.org
WHERE TO DONATE:
Food & Water donations needed at South Cafe LA
California Fire Foundation – Wildlife & Disaster Relief Fund
Canine Rescue Club – all donations currently going to LA
