How to Help Those Affected by the L.A. Wildfires

Los Angeles County is fighting the worst wildfires in its history, according to CalFire. With over 28,000 acres affected, several lives lost and thousands of homes and businesses already destroyed, LA is in critical need to provide immediate relief for its communities and those on the frontlines. Here's how you can support the LA wildfire relief efforts:

Help replenish SoCal’s blood supply by giving blood at The San Diego Blood Bank, which serves hospitals in San Diego, Los Angeles and Orange Counties.

The Red Cross is already on the ground providing safe shelter, food, emotional support and health services to those affected by the fires. 

To support Red Cross Disaster Relief with a donation, you can visit redcross.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767) or text the word REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation. 

The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is working with government agencies, nonprofit and faith-based partners and others to respond to the fires throughout Los Angeles County. Find out more and how to donate here.

World Central Kitchen, founded by chef Jose Andres, provides fresh meals to communities in need worldwide. Their relief team is now in Southern California to support first responders and families impacted by wildfires. Find out more about the organization and how to donate here.

The LAFD Foundation provides vital equipment and funds critical programs to help the Los Angeles Fire Department.

Since 2003, CCF’s Wildfire Recovery Fund has awarded over $32 million to support relief and recovery efforts. Learn more about CCF and how your donation supports LA’s underserved communities to rebuild here.

Emergency Network Los Angeles, Inc., provides assistance to people affected by disasters. ENLA is a legally registered 501(c)(3) funded by grants, member dues and donations. Find more information and how to donate here.

GoFundMe has centralized all fundraisers related to the wildfires. Learn more here.