Apply for relief, help those impacted
During this time of crisis, our union comes together to support one another. Here, you can find information on how to apply for wildfire relief and access resources to help those impacted.
Please consider making a donation to the CTA Disaster Relief Fund. This fund exists thanks to the generosity of CTA members who have made donations to help colleagues in need.
Together, we will overcome.
Resources
Mutual Aid LA Network (MALAN)
MALAN is a connector and information hub for mutual aid efforts, people and resources across Los Angeles.
211LA
211 LA (or 211 LA County) is the hub for community members and community organizations looking for all types of health, human, and social services in Los Angeles County.
California Department of Education's School Air Quality Activity Recommendations
California Federation of Teachers: Staying safe in wildfire regions
Disaster and Community Crisis Center: University of Missouri
The Disaster Media Intervention (DMI) is designed to help students cope with disaster media coverage.
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
There are different assistance programs for individual citizens versus public groups like government agencies and private nonprofit organizations. Find the help you need to support your disaster recovery.
More Ways to Help
How you can help: You can support the Red Cross by making a donation online, by calling (800) 733-2767 or texting REDCROSS to 90999.
What it does: The foundation is working with local fire agencies and community organizations to support residents impacted by the blazes.
How you can help: An online monetary donation to the California Fire Foundation Wildfire and Disaster Relief Fund directly supports victims of wildfires and disasters throughout California, including the L.A. County area.
What it does: The Canine Rescue Club is a network of caregivers who foster dogs awaiting their forever home.
How you can help: 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.
What it does: GoFundMe has created a centralized online hub housing all verified fundraising pages related to the wildfires. The hub will be updated with accounts as they are verified by the GoFundme team.
At the top of the hub is also GoFundMe’s Wildfire Relief Fund 2025.
How you can help: You can donate to the Wildfire Relief Fund. Monetary donations help deliver cash grants directly to those impacted by fires. The GoFundMe team identifies verified individuals who qualify and are fundraising either for themselves or on someone else’s behalf. The team may also provide grants to fundraisers benefiting small businesses and community relief efforts, or to vetted nonprofits coordinating long-term recovery.
You can also look through the verified fundraiser accounts on the hub and choose an account to help directly.
What it does: Set Active is an athleisure brand based in Los Angeles and is accepting clothing donations for families affected by the fires.
How you can help: You can send the company a direct message via Instagram with your intent to donate and the company will send you an address where you can drop off your donation.
What it does: Direct Relief is a California-based disaster relief medical assistance organization. It’s currently working with the two Koreatown YMCA locations to hand out free N95 masks to residents affected by the harmful smoke.
How you can help: Those interested in supporting wildfire response efforts can donate to Direct Relief’s Wildfire Response Fund online. The donations directly benefit individuals impacted by the fires in Palisades, Altadena and across California providing critical aid where needed.
What it does: The Salvation Army Southern California Division is working with government and nongovernment agencies to provide food, personal necessities and shelter to survivors and first responders, said Melinda Lankford, communications and marketing direction for organization’s Southern California Division.
What you can do: The Salvation Army is currently accepting donations through the Emergency Disaster Fund to help meet the urgent need across Southern California. Monetary donations to directly aid the region can be made online.
Checks can be mailed to “The Salvation Army – Disaster Relief” at P.O. Box 93002, Long Beach 90809-9355.
What it does: Pasadena Humane animal control officers have been assisting with animal evacuations while Pasadena Humane staff have been working at the shelter to help take in the animals of displaced families. The organization has taken in over 100 animals, including a pony, and are continuing to take in animals for emergency boarding.
What you can do: You can make a monetary donation online. The organization is also accepting donated items, including food and water bowls, extra large crates and blankets. Donated items can be left in a donation bin in the front parking lot at 361 S. Raymond Ave, Pasadena 91105.
What it does: The California Community Foundation distributes grants to affected communities through its Wildfire Recovery Fund. The foundation’s team utilizes data from CalFire and CDC’s Social Vulnerability Index to ensure their grants target the neediest communities with both intermediate recovery and long-term support.
What you can do: You can make a monetary donation online or by mailing a check to the “California Community Foundation” at 717 W. Temple St., Los Angeles 90012. Include “Wildfire Recovery Fund” in the memo.
What it does: Baby2Baby is providing critical items, including diapers, food, formula and hygiene products for children and families who have lost their homes to the fires.
How you can help: You can donate online to the orgnization’s Disaster Relief and Emergency Response Program.
What it does: World Central Kitchen’s relief team is in Southern California to support first responders and families affected by the fires, providing nourishing meals to people in need.
How you can help: You can help by making an online donation.
What it does: CORE is deploying an emergency response team to support those where air quality is a major concern. It is supplying emergency go-bags, masks and other protective equipment while providing information about evacuations and shelter support.
How you can help: You can support CORE’s efforts by making an online monetary donation.
