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Wildfire Recovery and Relief Resources for Los Angeles

California Wildfires have caused significant damage in the Los Angeles area, affecting businesses, residents, and communities. This page provides essential resources for those seeking recovery and relief assistance.

This page serves as a hub for small business owners, residents, and workers in LA County to access available recovery resources.

Local LA County Resources

  • LA County Department of Economic Opportunity: LA County provides workers and small businesses impacted by wildfires with emergency services. Visit their Emergency Resources page for detailed support.
  • City of LA Economic and Workforce Development Department (EWDD): The City of Los Angeles provides recovery resources through BusinessSource Centers and recovery resources available through EWDD.

Legal Assistance Resources

Legal Help for Small Businesses: Bet Tzedek Legal Services and Public Counsel offers legal assistance to business owners in Los Angeles. For legal concerns resulting from the wildfires, these groups assist legal professionals, ranging from advice to complete representation: 

FEMA Resources

  • Disaster Recovery Centers: To offer individual assistance, FEMA has established Disaster Recovery Centers in Los Angeles County. Find a center or learn more on their press release.

Business Support and One-to-One Assistance

  • LA City BusinessSource Centers: Visit the BusinessSource Centers at EWDD BusinessSource Locations for direct access to government aid, loans, and other services.

Grants for Small Businesses and Residents

  • $10K Grant for Small Businesses: For companies that were badly damaged by the fires, the Hello Alice Platform provides grants along with information on how to apply and eligibility requirements.
  • Restaurant Care Fund: Restaurants and food service workers can apply for emergency relief grants from Restaurants Care. Grants range from $350 to $1,500.

Loans for Relief

  • SBA Disaster Loans: The Small Business Administration (SBA) offers low-interest disaster loans for businesses and homeowners. Learn more about SBA loan programs for businesses and individuals on their Disaster Assistance and SBA California Wildfires pages.
  • Jewish Free Loan Association: The Jewish Free Loan Association offers zero-interest loans to individuals, businesses, and non-profits affected by the wildfires. Apply via their loan application page.
  • PACE Finance Disaster Express Loan Program: PACE Finance offers fast loans for disaster relief with terms that include flexible repayment. Learn more about their Disaster Express Loan Program.

Open Air Workers Cash Assistance

  • Inclusive Action provides a one-time cash grant of $500 for outdoor workers, such as street vendors and landscapers, affected by the fires. Apply at Inclusive Action Worker Aid.

Support for Mental Health and Wellness

Mental health support is crucial for those affected by wildfires. Here are local resources for counseling and mental health assistance:

Volunteer and Community Support

Volunteer with organizations like the American Red Cross.

Community Rebuilding Initiatives: there are several local rebuilding efforts. You can engage with these programs by connecting with Rebuild LA and local community organizations.

Preparing for Future Wildfires

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) offers detailed guides on preparing for wildfires. Visit CAL FIRE’s Wildfire Safety page for more information.

Learn how to protect your home and business with fire-resistant materials and safety plans from Ready.gov.

How to Stay Updated

Follow the LAFD Stay Informed Page and local news outlets such as:

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