Wildfire Resources

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Wildfire Resources

L.A. Wildfire Resources

At the S.A.L.T., our method in sharing the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ is to build safer inner-city communities where every child, family, and neighbor not only survives but thrives—even when wildfires threaten our urban landscapes. With deep roots in Los Angeles, we understand the significant challenges that these emergencies bring, having seen their impact up close.

In response, we’ve assembled a vital collection of resources for those affected by wildfires and for the dedicated responders working tirelessly to protect our neighborhoods. We encourage you to use and share these materials as we unite in building a more resilient future for all.

An actively updated community aid spreadsheet from Mutual Aid LA with a variety of available aid & volunteer opportunities: https://bit.ly/lafires2025.

  • Time Out LA: Find a list of restaurants offering free meals to evacuees.
  • Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is working with its network of more than 600 partner agencies to assess needs during the SoCal wildfire emergency. If you need food assistance in Los Angeles County, check out this map to find food near you.
  • Blaze Pizza will give away 11-inch pizzas for free, with options ranging from four cheese, pepperoni, Red Vine and Herbivore. Blaze is at 3210 Glendale Galleria, in Glendale.
  • CALFRESH BENEFITS CAN BE USED FOR HOT OR PREPARED FOODS
    Do you live in an area impacted by wildfires, and/or power outages? If so, households receiving CalFresh are allowed to use their benefits, on their Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards, to purchase hot prepared foods at USDA-Food and Nutrition Service authorized retail food stores in L.A. County. available until February 8, 2025
  • Airbnb: Partnering with 211 LA, Airbnb, Hilton and American Express is providing free temporary housing for displaced individuals. More info here.
  • Queen Mary Hotel: Rooms are priced at $189 for evacuees, including a breakfast buffet for two and waived pet and historical preservation fees.
  • Big Bear Retreat: A curated list of vacation homes and hotels for evacuees seeking rest can be found here.
  • Visit Anaheim: Offers special hotel rates and assistance. Details are available on their official website.
  • YMCA: Community response information and resources are available at YMCA LA.
  • The Housing Rights Center (HRC) is here to support #LACounty and #VenturaCounty residents as we navigate this emergency together. HRC offers free, private, and confidential housing counseling to tenants and landlords. To speak with a Housing Counselor please call our Housing Rights Hotline at: Toll-Free: 1 (800) 477-5977 TTY: 1 (213) 201-0867 Or email with a Housing Counselor at:[email protected]
  • Are you a renter impacted by wildfires? Here are some housing resources
  • Additional Shelters:
    • Westwood Recreation Center: 1350 S. Sepulveda, Los Angeles (accepts small animals)
    • Pasadena Civic Auditorium: 300 E. Green St., Pasadena
    • El Camino Real Charter High School: 5440 Valley Circle Blvd., Woodland Hills
    • Ritchie Valens Recreation Center: 10736 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Pacoima
    • Sepulveda Recreation Center: 8825 Kester Avenue, Panorama City
  • HOTEL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR THOSE IMPACTED BY WILDFIRES
  • Planet Fitness: Free access to showers, locker rooms, and WiFi for evacuees and first responders (valid until Jan. 15). Visit your nearest location for details.
  • Crunch Gym: 20 locations open for showering, phone charging, and resting.
  • Ecco Hair Studio: Free hair washes for those impacted.
  • Diabetes supplies: You’re Just My Type, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the mental wellbeing of those living with Type 1 Diabetes is collaborating with Mutual Aid Diabetes (MAD) to collect and distribute type 1 diabetes supplies. Pickup locations and hours: Foshay Lodge9635 Venice blvd, Culver City, CA Mon-Wed 9AM-6PM Thursday 1pm-6pm Friday 9am-6pm Sat & Sun 1pm-6pm
  • AT&T: Unlimited data, talk, and text in wildfire-affected areas through Feb. 6. Details available on their official site.
  • Verizon: Waived call, text, and data charges; free WiFi and charging stations at select shelters. More info here.
  • YMCA: Charging stations available. Visit YMCA LA.
    • Uber: $40 credit for trips to evacuation sites using code WILDFIRE25.
    • Lyft: $25 vouchers for two trips using code CAFIRERELIEF25 (valid until Jan. 15).

    In the face of adversity, Los Angeles continues to demonstrate resilience and solidarity. Let’s ensure these resources reach everyone in need.

Childcare

To support families impacted by the Eaton fire, LA County Parks Care Camps will provide youth and teens with a supportive space for fun and recreation including music, arts and crafts, sports activities and field trips to the LA County Natural History Museum, La Brea Tar Pits, Dodger Stadium, & more. Breakfast, snacks, and lunch will be provided daily; teens will also get supper.
CLICK HERE to register!

FOR MORE INFORMATION
[email protected]

Health & Disability Services

  • Off-The-Grid Missions (OTG) is offering assistance for Deaf folks impacted by the fires
  • Disability and Disaster Hotline
    • Call/text 800-626-4959
  • United Spinal Disaster Relief Grant for affected wheelchair users
  • Disability Rights California—legal services for disabled people
    • Call: 1-800-766-5746
  • Disability Disaster Access and Resources (DDAR) Program
    • Offers assistance during wildfire emergencies, including accessible accommodation, transportation, food vouchers, backup batteries & medical devices, as well as one-on-one workshops and help in creating emergency plans.
  • Southern California Edison (SCE) – Wildfire Resources & Disability Disaster Support
    • For those reliant on medical devices during wildfires and power shutoffs.
    • Covered California has opened a special enrollment period for uninsured residents in affected counties in Los Angeles and Ventura. You will have until March 8, 2025 to enroll into coverage.
  • Covered California has opened a special enrollment period for uninsured residents in affected counties in Los Angeles and Ventura. You will have until March 8, 2025 to enroll into coverage.
  • Medication dispensation centers have been set up at disaster resource centers, as of January 14, 2025. These centers are staffed with nurses who are supposed to be able to help you get refills for prescriptions you may have lost, etc.
  • Ahava Pharmacy in Pico-Robertson is helping override insurance holdups.
  • Teladoc Health is offering free, 24/7 virtual medical care to people in Southern California impacted by the fires
  • GoodRx is offering free online healthcare provider visits and prescription refills.
    • Learn more here and use the code LA-GOODRX-CARE.
  • AltaMed has a mobile health unit at the Pasadena Convention Center providing pediatrics, primary care, senior care, behavioral health, vision exams and free eyeglasses and medications.

Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, and Infant Care

  • LA Abortion Support Collective is offering free birth, postpartum, and abortion support—as well as free emotional companion and resource navigation support for people directly impacted by the fires.
  • Full-spectrum doula, Maddie Alpert McCarthy, is offering free services to anyone impacted by the fire.
  • Santa Barbara Midwifery and Birth Center is offering free belly checks, postpartum care and other services for evacuees who have gone to Santa Barbara.

As Christians, we are not defined by the world’s turmoil but by the victory we have in Christ. Paul exclaims, “But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ” (1 Corinthians 15:57, NIV). This victory empowers us to face each day with confidence and joy.

“You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” (Psalm 16:11)