Westside Food Bank: Provides food assistance to individuals and families in need across the Westside, including Santa Monica, Venice, and Pacific Palisades. (310) 828-6016 westsidefoodbankca.org/
The People Concern: Offers shelter, food, and essential supplies to individuals experiencing homelessness in Santa Monica, Venice, and surrounding areas. (310) 264-6646 https://www.thepeopleconcern.org/
If you or someone you know has been displaced, these organizations can help provide temporary and long-term housing solutions:
American Red Cross: Provides temporary shelters, transitional housing, and emergency relief supplies. Contact Information: 1-800-733-2767 Website: www.redcross.org How to Access: Call their hotline or use their website to locate a local shelter or request housing assistance.
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA): Offers housing assistance, including rental assistance and lodging expense reimbursement. Contact Information: 1-800-621-3362 (FEMA Helpline) Website: www.disasterassistance.gov How to Access: File a FEMA claim online or call the helpline to apply for housing assistance.
Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA): Provides resources for temporary housing. Contact Information: 1-213-683-3333 Website: www.lahsa.org How to Access: Use their crisis hotline or visit their website to get connected to housing services.
California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD): Assists with disaster-related housing needs and rebuilding efforts. Contact Information: 1-800-952-8356 Website: www.hcd.ca.gov
A centralized resource for wildfire recovery in Los Angeles County, including Pacific Palisades. Offers housing, food, and essential supplies. What They Offer: Temporary housing, food assistance, and recovery resources. Contact: (213) 974-1234 URL: https://lacounty.gov/recovery/
Works with The People Concern to provide housing, food, and essential services to displaced individuals and families. What They Offer: Temporary housing, food, and clothing assistance. Contact: [email protected] URL: https://www.pptfh.org/
A federal program that provides financial assistance to families with children to help them achieve stability. What They Offer: Financial aid for housing, food, and essential supplies. Contact: (877) 847-3663 URL: https://www.acf.hhs.gov/ofa/programs/tanf
Many families impacted by the wildfire are eligible for financial aid to help them recover.
Provides disaster recovery assistance, including financial grants and loans for survivors. Contact Information: 1-916-845-8510 Website: www.caloes.ca.gov
Offers low-interest loans to homeowners, renters, and businesses impacted by disasters. Contact Information: 1-800-659-2955 Website: www.sba.gov/funding-programs/disaster-assistance
Provides financial relief and connects families with additional resources for rebuilding. Contact Information: 1-213-808-6220 Website: www.unitedwayla.org
Offers financial assistance to families displaced by wildfires. Website: www.dollyfoundation.org
For those struggling to access food after the wildfire, these organizations can help:
Provides free food and meals to families in need. Contact Information: 1-323-234-3030 Website: www.lafoodbank.org
Helps low-income families purchase groceries. 877-847-3663 www.getcalfresh.org
Provides free meals during disasters. Website: www.wck.org
Free food and essential supplies like bottled water, and hygiene kits. Contact: (323) 234-3030 URL: https://www.lafoodbank.org/
Mutual Aid Los Angeles Network: Connects individuals with resources for food, clothing, and other essentials in their updated list of resources here: https://www.mutualaid.la/resources
Westside Food Bank: Provides food assistance to individuals and families in need across the Westside, including Santa Monica, Venice, and Pacific Palisades. (310) 828-6016 westsidefoodbankca.org/
The People Concern: Offers shelter, food, and essential supplies to individuals experiencing homelessness in Santa Monica, Venice, and surrounding areas. (310) 264-6646 https://www.thepeopleconcern.org/
Access to medical care, prescriptions, and essential supplies is critical. Here are some resources:
Provides emergency medical supplies and medication to disaster survivors. Website: www.directrelief.org
Offers public health services and emergency health resources. Contact 916-558-1784 Website: www.cdph.ca.gov
Offers free or low-cost clinics for medical care. Website: findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov
Tracks the status of open pharmacies during disasters so survivors can access prescriptions. Website: www.healthcareready.org/rxopen
Teladoc Health: Offers free, 24/7 virtual medical care for non-emergency illnesses to those impacted by the fires. They also assist with prescription refills. https://www.teladochealth.com/
Crisis Counseling: CalHope provides crisis counseling services; call (833) 317-HOPE or visit CalHope.org
Integrative Psychotherapy Group: Offers free short-term therapy services to help individuals process trauma from the fires. Contact them at (310) 461-4393 or [email protected].
Survivors often need essentials such as diapers, blankets, and clothing.
Baby2Baby: Provides diapers, clothing, and essentials for families impacted by disasters. Contact Information: 1-323-933-2229 Website: www.baby2baby.org
Salvation Army: Offers clothing, blankets, and household essentials to families in crisis. Contact Information: 1-800-728-7825 Website: www.salvationarmyusa.org
Goodwill Industries: Provides low-cost or free clothing and household items to disaster survivors. Website: www.goodwill.org
Babyletto: Offers free cribs for families in need. Fill out their contact us form or call them at the number provided. https://babyletto.com/
Mutual Aid Los Angeles Network: Food, clothing, etc. Comprehensive list of resources: https://www.mutualaid.la/resources
Heal the Bay (Santa Monica) disaster relief. https://healthebay.org/
Brentwood Presbyterian Church hosts donation drives. (310) 826-5656 https://www.bpcusa.org/
Mental health and compassionate support are essential during such challenging times.
California HOPE Crisis Counseling Program: Offers free crisis counseling and emotional support for disaster survivors. Contact Information: 1-844-985-4673 Website: www.calhope.org
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): Provides mental health resources and support groups. Contact Information: 1-800-950-6264 Website: www.nami.org
Disaster Distress Helpline: Provides 24/7 emotional support for those affected by disasters. Contact Information: 1-800-985-5990 Website: www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helpline
Mental Health Helplines: Department of Mental Health's 24/7 Helpline: (800) 854-7771
Boys & Girls Club Mental Health Support Services: Call 310-457-6801 ext 74141 or email [email protected].
Understanding the progress of neighborhood restoration and safety is vital.
Provides updates on wildfire recovery efforts and fire safety guidelines. Contact Information: 1-323-881-2411 Website: www.fire.lacounty.gov
Shares updates about the Pacific Palisades neighborhood and recovery progress. Website: www.pacpalicc.org
Offers details about wildfire recovery efforts and resources. Website: www.fire.ca.gov/incidents
Social Media: Follow organizations like the American Red Cross of Los Angeles for real-time updates on distributions. Conduct a search and follow new organizations gathered recently to help.
American Red Cross of Los Angeles: https://www.redcross.org/local/california/los-angeles.html
Baby2Baby: Stay updated on their initiatives and distributions.
Baby2Baby: https://baby2baby.org/
Nextdoor: A neighborhood-based platform where you can get localized announcements of donation drives and distribution events and ask surrounding residents for what you need or how to get it.
Nextdoor: https://nextdoor.com/
Twitter: Many organizations post updates on Twitter. For example, you can follow:
CAL FIRE: https://twitter.com/CALFIRE
Los Angeles County: https://twitter.com/LACounty
Facebook: Many local organizations use Facebook for announcements:
Los Angeles County Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/CountyofLosAngeles
City of Los Angeles Emergency Management: For updates regarding city-wide emergencies.