For those looking to help those impacted by the wildfires in Los Angeles County, the organizations listed below are taking donations.
The American Red Cross
The American Red Cross is accepting donations online. The organization plays a role in disaster recovery by providing emergency shelters, meals, medical care, and recovery planning services. To contribute, see redcross.org/donate/donation.html/.
The Salvation Army
Donations are being accepted online for wildfire relief efforts in Southern California. The Salvation Army has trained staff that is providing food, water, shelter and other needed resources.
United Way of Greater Los Angeles
United Way focuses on longer-term recovery efforts to support members of the community and is currently working with community partners to assess the impact on the ground. United Way will support low-income individuals whose lives have been disrupted, people experiencing homelessness and disruptions to community organizations and small businesses. You can support these efforts by making an online monetary donation.
World Central Kitchen
World Central Kitchen’s relief team is in Southern California to support first responders and families affected by the fires, providing meals to those in need. Click to make an online donation.
LA Regional Food Bank
The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is accepting online donations to support their efforts. Los Angeles Regional Food Bank provides emergency food assistance to families and residents impacted by the fires. The Food Bank is accepting food donations at its distribution centers from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. at 1734 East 41st Street Los Angeles, 90058 or 2300 Pellissier Place, Industry, 90601.
Community Organized Relief Effort (CORE)
CORE launched in 2010 to respond to the devastating Haiti earthquake. The group now works with local community organizations in areas hit by disasters worldwide to provide short- and long-term help and recovery, with a particular focus on underserved communities. CORE is responding to the L.A. wildfires, and you can donate here.
Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation
The Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation is the official nonprofit of the L.A. City Fire Department, supporting more than 3,000 local firefighters and paramedics by providing equipment and tools to help them fight wildfires effectively. Donations can be made online at supportlafd.org/donate/.
California Fire Foundation
The foundation is taking donations online at cpf.salsalabs.org to provide aid for fire crews and residents.
GoFundMe
GoFundMe has created a centralized online hub with verified fundraising pages related to the wildfires. The hub will be updated with accounts as they are verified by the GoFundme team. To help, donate to the Wildfire Relief Fund, or you can scan the verified fundraiser accounts on the hub and choose an account to help directly.
Pasadena Humane Center
Pasadena Humane animal control officers have been assisting with animal evacuations while staff have been working at the shelter to help take in the animals of displaced families. The Center will accept monetary donations online. The organization is also accepting donated items, including food and water bowls, extra-large crates and blankets. Items may be left in a donation bin in the front parking lot at 361 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena 91105.
Baby2Baby
Baby2Baby provides diapers, food, formula and hygiene products for children and families who have lost their homes to the fires. You can donate online to the organization’s Disaster Relief and Emergency Response Program.
Animal/Pet Assistance Organizations
Canine Rescue Club
The Canine Rescue Club is a network of caregivers who foster dogs awaiting their forever home. The club is looking for volunteers to offer temporary foster care for dogs displaced by the fires. You can apply to temporarily house an affected dog by filling out an online form.
spcaLA
spcaLA filled its L.A. Pet Adoption Center with the pets of Eaton fire evacuees, including dozens of dogs, cats, and pets whose families had to leave their homes. The public can make a special donation to help spcaLA’s disaster response. spcaLA is providing shelter space, supplies, and staff to accommodate the overflow of animals.
- Compton Cowboys: https://comptonjrequestrians.org/donate/
- Animal Wellness Centers Venice: https://www.animalwellnessfoundation.org/
- Agoura Animal Care (part of L.A. County Animal Care Centers): https://animalcare.lacounty.gov/donate/
- Los Angeles Equestrian Center: https://thelaec.com/donate
Beach Cities Collections/Donation Efforts
- Bettolino Kitchen - 211 Palos Verdes Blvd., Redondo Beach: Bettolino Kitchen is collecting baby supplies (diapers, formula, hygiene products) for fire victims in need. As a thank you, everyone who donates will receive a free dessert card. Drop-off times: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Guidestone Church - 730 11th St., Hermosa Beach: Guidestone Church is accepting gently used clothing, new hygiene products, food, water, blankets and bedding, and comfort and entertainment items (books, puzzles, etc.). Drop-off times: Thursday, noon to 7 p.m.; Friday, noon to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Use the double-door entrance under the porch.
- Mira Costa Cross Country Palisades Fire Relief Car Wash Fundraiser - Mira Costa Parking Lot, Manhattan Beach: Join the Mira Costa Cross Country team for a car wash on January 26 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. to benefit wildfire victims. $10 per car.
*List compiled from numerous sources, including the Daily Breeze (subscription required), Los Angeles Times (subscription required), MBNews.com, NBC Los Angeles and organization websites.