CALIFORNIA WILDFIRES RESOURCES LIST (Shelter, Donate, Food, Animals)
From the Actor's Guide to the End of the World
We are still gathering are thoughts about the destruction that has happened to our beautiful city and community this past week with the wildfires, but for now, here is a master list of resources updated as best as we can, as well as places to donate and volunteer. Hope you are staying safe, wherever you are.
-The Actor’s Guide
WILDFIRE MAP -
https://app.watchduty.org/
Donate:
REDCROSS - redcross.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767) or texting the word CAWILDFIRES to 90999 to make a donation.
CORE (Core Organized Relief Effort) - https://www.coreresponse.org/
CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION - https://www.calfund.org/
SERVICES spreadsheet (MALAN)- (sorted by location and type, ie Donations, Animals, Shelter)
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1KMk34XY5dsvVJjAoD2mQUVHYU_Ib6COz6jcGH5uJWDY/htmlview?usp=sharing
FOOD- upwards of 47 restaurants providing food for EVACUEES and FIRST RESPONDERS
https://www.latimes.com/food/list/los-angeles-restaurants-providing-food-shelter-evacuees-first-responders-fire
WORLD CENTRAL KITCHEN-https://wck.org/news/meal-locations-ca
THE ENTERTAINMENT COMMUNITY FUND - Provides disaster relief funding to people in the entertainment industry.
Contact: https://entertainmentcommunity.org/services-and-programs/disaster-resources
WILDFIRE PREPARATION -
https://readyforwildfire.org/
VOLUNTEER -
Pasadena Humane Society-foster an animal
361 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena, California 91105, (626) 792-7151
UNION RESCUE MISSION - https://urm.org/get-involved/volunteer/
EVACUATION CENTERS, ANIMAL SHELTERS -
https://secretlosangeles.com/available-resources-for-those-affected-by-socal-wildfires/
MORE EMERGENCY SHELTERS, IMMEDIATE SUPPORT, HOUSING, TRANSPORTATION
211 LA is partnering with Airbnb to offer free temporary shelter for people displaced from their homes by fire. Start by filling out this form: https://care.211cs.org/public-survey/86c5adf88e2a29c103df24ba5f48cd3f6cf9a9171207a15954dbb8b9649429f0
Red Cross Los Angeles: Find a Shelter
The local hotel association is maintaining a list of hotels in and around L.A. with available space, including whether and what kind of discounts they're offering to fire victims and evacuees https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1o3k8WKk06GsCmPfQYXUyV0NILEt_8jSTzHTk7eIQ4os/edit?pli=1&gid=0#gid=0
YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles is opening its locations that aren't affected by the fires for temporary shelter, showers, basic amenities, and mental health support. They have also teamed up with L.A. Unified School District to provide childcare services for essential workers and affected families until schools reopen. Register on their website. https://www.ymcala.org/community-response
Planet Fitness locations in L.A. are offering anyone affected by the fires, including first responders, free access to their facilities, including showers, massage chairs, locker rooms, and WiFi. Contact the club near you for more information and hours.
https://www.planetfitness.com/
Mariners Village Apartment Homes (Marina del Rey) is offering temporary housing for those affected. For more details or to inquire about availability, please contact us at (310) 821-4916.
Alisal Ranch in Solvang is offering discounted rates to locals affected by mandatory evacuation orders. Household pets are also welcome. Those in need can call the front desk to make a reservation at 800-425-4725.
https://www.alisalranch.com/
Coachella Valley Hotels: Several properties in the Coachella Valley area are offering discounted rates to fire evacuees, including Infusion Beach Club in Palm Springs, Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage and Holiday Inn Express Palm Desert.
Santa Monica Hotels: Among the Santa Monica hotels offering special rates for evacuated area residents are Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows, Gateway Hotel, Hilton Santa Monica, The Pierside Santa Monica, Regent Santa Monica Beach, Sandbourne Santa Monica, Shore Hotel, Shutters on the Beach, Viceroy Santa Monica and more.
https://www.alisalranch.com/
(Note: As conditions surrounding the Palisades Fire evolve, some areas of Santa Monica may be included in evacuation orders. It's recommended to check the latest evacuation notices before booking hotels in this area.)
Boomtown Brewery in the Arts District is offering to open its tap room during the day for those who need a place to be and/or WiFi, email or DM on Instagram. They are also accepting donations.
https://www.boomtownbrew.com/
Info@boomtownbrew.com
Address: 700 Jackson St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Odyssey Games in Pasadena is offering their shop to evacuees to charge cell phones, use the restroom, and grab a snack.
Address: 1795 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena
https://odysseygamesco.com/
Octavia's Bookshelf has mounted a "mutual aid pitstop" with food and supplies.
Address: 1353 N. Hill Ave, Pasadena, CA 91104
https://www.octaviasbookshelf.com/
Baby2Baby: Distributes essential items like diapers, clothing, and basic necessities to children affected by the wildfires
https://donate.baby2baby.org/give/648067/#!/donation/checkout
Transportation
Uber and Lyft are offering free rides to shelters and evacuation sites:
Lyft: Two free rides up to $25 each. Use code: CAFIRERELIEF25.
Uber: Two free rides up to $40 each. Use code: WILDFIRE25.
Metro: Metro fares are free all day today.
Communication
AT&T is offering people in fire-affected areas unlimited talk, text and data through Feb. 6 (if you don’t already have an unlimited plan). https://about.att.com/pages/disaster-recovery/california-fires#:~:text=To%20help%20our%20wireless%20customers,data%2C%20voice%20and%20text%20charges.
T-Mobile is also offering unlimited talk, text and data to customers in cities affected by the fires through Feb. 15. https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/t-mobile-stands-prepared-as-wildfires-impact-southern-california