Los Angeles Wildfires | Latest Updates + Relief Resources

 
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January 2025 | Wildfires in Los Angeles

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Hi all; I wish my first blog post of 2025 was filled with a bit more positivity, but alas, my hometown of Los Angeles has started the year facing an unimaginable crisis—wildfires that are among the worst the city has ever seen.

Beginning on January 7th, these fires have devastated communities, claimed lives, and displaced tens of thousands of residents. It is heartbreaking and yet another wake-up call about how vulnerable we are to climate change and extreme weather events.

The Toll in Numbers

  • Lives and Homes: At least 25 fatalities and the destruction of 12,000+ structures and 40,000 acres. Entire neighborhoods, like Pacific Palisades and Altadena Hills, have been reduced to ashes.

  • Financial Impact: The estimated economic loss is staggering—likely to surpass $50 billion.

  • Fuel for the Flames: Critically dry conditions and freakishly strong winds created the perfect storm for this disaster.

 
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What’s Being Done + Where to Find Aid

Both local and federal governments are mobilizing. Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency, and President Biden has authorized federal disaster relief funds.

Thousands of firefighters and National Guard members as well as volunteers and ordinary citizens are working tirelessly. And yet, the scale of this catastrophe means they’re stretched thin, so I’ve compiled some resources below:

Immediate Relief and Emergency Services

California Department of Insurance: Guidance on claims for fire damage. | View Resources

save-la.org | One 11th grader’s herculean efforts to create a comprehensive and easy to use list of current resources available. What a G!

Interior Design | Agent Lori Levine Harris of Brock and Lori created a Google Document with a complete list of designers as well as furniture rental services and additional resources available that will continue to be updated.

  • They’ve also created a useful resource list for setting up a new home and furnished rentals.

Animal Evacuation Centers 

Health + Mental Health Resources

For the Arts

  • LA Arts Community Fire Relief Fund (via the Getty) | 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. Beginning Monday, January 20, artists and arts workers in all disciplines who have been impacted by the fires can go to the Center for Cultural Innovation’s website to apply for an emergency grant.

  • Art World Fire Relief LA GoFundMe campaign

  • Craft Emergency Relief Fund | CERF+ offers $3,000 Emergency Relief Grants to craft artists who experienced a recent and substantially disruptive emergency or disaster.

  • MusiCares | Los Angeles Fire Relief Effort to Support Music Professionals of the Recording Academy

  • We Are Moving the Needle | Wildfire Relief Fund Microgrants

    • Providing targeted support for producers, engineers and creators affected by the Greater Los Angeles Wildfires. Grants will be available on a sliding scale from $100 to $1,000 based on demonstrated need.

  • Entertainment Community Fund | Formerly The Actors’ Fund; the Entertainment Community Fund is a national nonprofit human services organization for all performing arts and entertainment professionals—including everyone in film, theater, television, music, opera, radio and dance. Apply for immediate assistance here.

  • Motion Picture Television Fund | MPTF supports working and retired members of the entertainment community with a safety net of health and social services, including temporary financial assistance, case management, and residential living.

    • Wildfire disaster resources can be found here.

 
 

How We Can Help

Want to contribute? Start here:

  • Baby2Baby | Donate | Volunteer

    • “Baby2Baby has already distributed over 3 million emergency supplies for the most vulnerable children and families who have lost everything in the Los Angeles fires including diapers, food, formula, water, clothing, blankets and hygiene products, and we are committed to continuing this work for the weeks and months to come.”

  • California Fire Foundation Wildfire & Disaster Relief Fund | Donate

  • California Community Foundation | Donate

  • CAL FIRE Benevolent Foundation | provides financial aid to firefighters and their families in case of injury or loss of life; also helps support burn victims and their families, along with research focused on firefighter health and safety. | Donate

  • Canine Rescue Club | If you are located in the Los Angeles area and can offer temporary foster care to dogs displaced by the wildfires, sign up here

  • Dream Center | L.A.-based charitable organization offering emergency shelter to those evacuated in the Palisades + Eaton Canyon Fires | Donate

  • GoFundMe created its own campaign for wildfire relief + tips for those who want to start their own fundraiser

  • Humanity Greater Los Angeles (Habitat LA) | Volunteer-based repair and rebuilding services. | Habitat LA is launching ReBUILD LA® to assist those affected to rebuild their homes, relocate to other housing, provide essential supplies, and restore their lives.

  • Red Cross | Donate to the Wildfire Relief Fund at the American Red Cross here.

  • MALAN (Mutual Aid Los Angeles Network)

  • World Central Kitchen | Donate

Shop Brands that are Donating or Supporting Relief Efforts:

  • Alice & Olivia | Their Los Angeles Melrose store will turn into a pop-up with free clothing and accessories for individuals impacted by the wildfires.

    • Beginning on January 16 and through January 26, the store located at 8501 Melrose Avenue will operate as a pop-up from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

    • New product will arrive daily!

  • Alo Yoga | Fire Relief

    • Alo is donating 20,000 care kits containing wellness products, clothing, snacks, water and daily meals to support those affected by the wildfires.

      • Those directly affected by the wildfires are invited to pick up care kits at the Alo Yoga Beverly Hills store: (370 N Canon Drive Beverly Hills, CA 90210) from 10 a.m. PT to 4 p.m. PT until Thursday, Jan. 16.

    • If you are an Alo Access member, donate your points to support fire relief efforts in LA. To amplify your impact, Alo will match every point you donate, doubling the support for those in need.

  • Avocado | A brand known for its sustainable mattresses and bedding, they are offering care packages to affected families, including mattresses. Head here for info!

  • Beyond Yoga | Fire Relief Donation IG Post

  • Boll and Branch | Providing bedding and other essentials through the Helping From Home campaign.

  • Calpak | Currently working with different brands + organizations to distribute its bags. If you know of any organizations who are in need of luggage, duffels, backpacks, and baby bags, send them a DM via Instagram.

  • Clare V. | Shop the Los Angeles Je T'aime (Los Angeles I Love You) tee; 100% of profits from each sale will be donated to The American Red Cross.

  • Coop Sleep Goods | Email them at customerservice@coopsleepgoods.com and they will support as many as possible with products.

  • Credo Beauty | Sign up for a free Credo Beauty Care Package for store pickup. They will email you when they are ready.

  • Emily P. Wheeler | Shop the Enamel Heart Studs; 100% of proceeds from these Los Angeles Laker–purple studs will go to the California Community Foundation. CCF’s wildfire recovery fund provides immediate relief to victims of the fire.

  • Fanatics | Shop the “LA Strong” merchandise. All proceeds from these items will be donated to the American Red Cross and the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation

  • For Love & Lemons | For the month of January they will be donating 10% of all order proceeds to help rebuild their local communities.

  • Kroma Wellness | Their founder (who shares a name with my own mom, Lisa) lost her Pacific Palisades home and everything she owned. They are one of my favorite companies and their products are fab - shop and help them out. <3 My code ATOMIC15 will take 15% off your order.

  • OSEA Malibu | Their community was devastated and they need to rebuild - shop and help them out! My code HANNAHATOMIC10 will take 10% off your order.

  • Our Place | If you need help rebuilding your cookware collection, check in at their Abbot Kinney location for more details.

    • 1344 Abbot Kinney Boulevard
      Venice, CA 90291
      Sunday - Wednesday: 11am - 6pm
      Thursday - Saturday: 11am - 7pm
      1-424-467-5156
      abbot-kinney-retail@fromourplace.com

    • Also offering free space for groups to host events and fundraisers, as well as pop-up opportunities for small businesses that were impacted by the fires. Message donations@fromourplace.com for more info

  • Pura Vida | Shop the Los Angeles Fire Relief Bracelet

  • Rent the Runway | Offering two complimentary months of Rent the Runway 5- or 10-item full closet subscriptions to those who lost their homes to help ease the burden for victims - apply here.

    • For current impacted RTR members, you can pause your membership or they can ship to a different address for you. There will not be late fees or lost items—contact customer support to let them know by texting 69787.

    • RTR is also donating thousands of new and gently worn inventory to the YMCA of LA to support those in need.

  • Sakara Life | Providing meals to the displaced; fill out the form here once the next week opens up.

  • Sijo Home | Will be donating a portion of its sales to the Los Angeles Fire Department Organization through January 31. Customers can select the organization out of four other partners at checkout, including World Central Kitchen.

  • SolaWave | Made a cash donation of $10,000 to the Los Angeles Fire Department and are donating $50,000 in product to those displaced by the fires.

    • Actively collaborating with partner brands to provide essential donations to those affected and first responders.

    • Dedicating their LA warehouse and resources to coordinating and distributing vital supplies such as clothing, beauty essentials, and non-perishable items.

  • Summer Fridays | Made donations to the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, Baby2Baby, Pasadena Humane Society, and World Central Kitchen

  • Vegamour | Donated to the California Fire Foundation; also, email support@vegamour.com if you or loved ones have been displaced and need haircare essentials.

  • Vuori | Free clothes for victims distributed at locations listed here

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I’ll keep sharing updates and resources as they come via my social media, mostly via my IG stories. If you know of any additional organizations making a real impact, let me know, and I’ll spread the word.

Everyone stay safe out there.

Xoxo

 
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