Philanthropy's Response to 2025 California Wildfires

Overview

Wildfires in the greater Los Angeles area have forced nearly 180,000 people out of their homes and have left over 350,000 people without power. At least five fires have burned over 60 square miles causing it to be the most destructive fire in L.A. history. Both a state of emergency and Major Disaster Declaration have been declared in California. 

As updates about the impact of these fires are known and opportunities to support long-term recovery become available, this page will be updated with resources and information.

Events

• SoCal Grantmakers | January 17, 2025 | Funder Briefing: January 2025 Firestorm & Wildfires in Southern California 

Resources

• Philanthropy California | 2025 California Disaster Response
• Council on Foundations | Disaster Grantmaking
• Conrad N. Hilton Foundation | L.A. Wildfires - Ways to Help 

Relief Funds 

• California Community Foundation | Wildfire Recovery Fund
• GlobalGiving | California Wildfire Relief Fund
• League of California Community Foundations | Disaster, Relief, Recovery, and Resilience Fund
• Pasadena Community Foundation | Eaton Canyon Fire Relief and Recovery Fund
• Ventura County Community Foundation | Ventura County Wildfire Relief & Recovery
• California Fire Foundation | Wildlife & Disaster Relief Fund
• Center for Disaster Philanthropy | CDP California Wildfires Recovery Fund
• Emergency Assistance Foundation | People First Fund for Southern California Wildfires

Partners

• The Center for Disaster Philanthropy is the Council's recommended partner for those needing support in mobilizing a philanthropic response to disasters.