Wildfire Relief Resources

LA County Disaster Relief Grants

LA County has disaster relief grants for businesses and workers. Grants are available for small businesses as well as workers who suffered losses. The application window closes February 24th. Apply now.

Disaster Recovery Center & SBA Disaster Loans

The Disaster Relief Center is now open at 540 West Woodbury Road, Altadena. The SBA has loans for homeowners at very low interest rates.

SBA's Disaster Loan Program is active and accepting applications from Los Angeles County homeowners, renters, businesses, and private non-profit organizations affected by the fires which began on January 7, 2025 and continuing:

  • Home Disaster Loans — Loans to homeowners or renters to repair or replace disaster-damaged real estate and personal property, including automobiles.
  • Business Physical Disaster Loans — Loans to businesses to repair or replace disaster-damaged property owned by the business, including real estate, inventories, supplies, machinery, and equipment. Businesses of any size are eligible. Private, non-profit organizations such as charities, churches, and private universities are also eligible.
  • Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) — Working capital loans to help small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture, and most private, non-profit organizations of all sizes meet their ordinary and necessary financial obligations that cannot be met as a direct result of the disaster. These loans are intended to assist through the disaster recovery period.

Impacted homeowners, renters, nonprofits, and business owners can apply online at the U.S. Small Business Administration — California Wildfires page, or in person at:

Los Angeles County Disaster Recovery Center
540 W Woodbury Road
Altadena, CA 91001
Hours: Mondays–Sundays, 9 a.m.–8 p.m. (changing to 9 a.m.–7 p.m. on Monday, February 10)

Webinar: SBA Assistance for LA County Wildfire and Wind Events

Representatives from the U.S. Small Business Administration will lead this webinar about SBA's disaster loan programs for homeowners, renters, businesses of all sizes, and private nonprofit organizations. Disaster loan programs are available for people located in Los Angeles County. Economic Injury Disaster Loans are available for small businesses and nonprofits in Kern, Orange, San Bernardino, and Ventura counties.

During this informational webinar you will:

  • Learn more about the three SBA disaster loan programs
  • See how to access the loan application and tips for applying
  • Participate in Q&A with SBA representatives

All webinars take place at 9:00 a.m. Pacific time on the following dates:

  • Tuesday, 2/18/25
  • Thursday, 2/20/25

Register here.

Pasadena Chamber Support

The Pasadena Chamber wants to help where it can. If you suffered losses or damage as a result of the fire, or if you can help in any way, please reach out: paul@pasadena-chamber.org.

Door of Hope — Eaton Fire Housing Assistance Program

The Door of Hope Board unanimously approved the launch of Door of Hope's Eaton Fire Housing Assistance Program — a lifeline for displaced families to find safety and rebuild their lives. The program provides support through two key initiatives:

Transitional Housing for up to 8 families in 2025

As current residents of Door of Hope's Pasadena shelters transition into permanent housing, vacant units will be dedicated to fire victims. These families will have access to safe shelter and Door of Hope's full range of resources, including housing navigation and support services, to help them regain stability.

Housing Assistance & Disaster Case Management for up to 50 families

This brand-new service will come alongside very low-income families who have lost their homes in the fire and provide:

  • Disaster Case Management: Helping families navigate FEMA and other community resources, provide crisis support, and develop a roadmap to long-term stable housing.
  • Housing Assistance: Addressing financial and housing gaps not covered by FEMA or insurance, including rent, move-in costs, and other critical needs.

Businesses Lost in the Eaton Fire

A growing list of businesses lost in the Eaton Fire is maintained here: View the spreadsheet. Thanks to Chamber member James DiPietro of DiPietro Holdings and Crown City Podcast for sharing the list. If you can help any of these businesses, email paul@pasadena-chamber.org for an introduction.

Resources for Fire Victims

We have compiled a number of resources for fire victims with information and assistance. This is not comprehensive, but reflects what is known as of now. Please do not hesitate to ask for help or apply for relief.

  • Pasadena Community Foundation has a fire relief fund and is accepting donations to help victims of the Eaton Fire: pasadenacf.org.
  • Pasadena Educational Foundation has opened a Fire Response Fund to assist PUSD families harmed by the fire: pasedfoundation.org.
  • Donation drives: Many opportunities exist to donate items to help those in need. If you donate, please indicate that you want your support to go to those impacted by the Eaton Fire. The generosity of local people has overwhelmed some donation sites. A list of organizations and places still accepting donations is maintained as a spreadsheet.
  • Representative Judy Chu and her staff have compiled resources and links: chu.house.gov/EatonFire.

Opportunity for Contractors — Army Corps of Engineers

The Army Corps of Engineers has indicated that ECC is the main contractor for disaster recovery work. ECC's website, ecc.net, has a pop-up for local contractors to pre-register if they are interested in partnering on disaster recovery work in the LA area. Contractors interested in debris clean-up work should submit a pre-qualification form via that website as soon as possible.

Counseling and Mental Health Support

  • CALHope — Free crisis counseling for disaster survivors. calhope.org or 833-317-4673.
  • Disaster Distress Helpline — 24/7 emotional support for those affected by natural disasters. 1-800-985-5990 or text "TalkWithUs" to 66746.
  • LA County Department of Mental Health — Resources for individuals and families dealing with trauma. dmh.lacounty.gov or 1-800-854-7771.

For up-to-date information, follow the City of Pasadena on X.

City of Pasadena — Eaton Emergency Business Impact Survey

The ongoing Eaton emergency has posed significant challenges to the Pasadena business community. To better understand those challenges and the breadth and depth of impact to local businesses, and to provide tailored advocacy and support, the City of Pasadena Economic Development Division asks Pasadena business owners to complete a short survey.

The survey is 15 questions and takes approximately 5–10 minutes. Individual responses remain confidential, and all information provided will be aggregated and anonymized to ensure privacy.

Complete the survey.

Wildfire Relief Resources — Information Sources

Accurate, up-to-date information on the current fires can be found through the following:

  • Watch Duty — A nonprofit that alerts the public of nearby wildfires and firefighting efforts in real time. watchduty.org
  • LAist — A compiled list of resources. laist.com
  • Mutual Aid LA Network — An extensive list of resources for fire evacuees and people who want to help.

Assistance & Other Services

SBA Disaster Assistance Loans

The U.S. SBA announced that certain private nonprofit (PNP) organizations in LA County may now apply for low-interest federal disaster loans to offset physical damage and economic losses caused by the wildfires and straight-line winds that began January 7.

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

Residents and businesses in evacuation zones can apply now for relief at disasterassistance.gov. Assistance includes:

  • Temporary displacement assistance (such as hotel costs for two weeks)
  • $770 for essential personal items
  • Larger grants for needs like medical bills and car repairs

You can also call the FEMA helpline at 800-621-3362. Press 3 for an interpreter.

How to Apply

  1. Online at DisasterAssistance.gov — easiest, fastest, and most convenient if you have internet access.
  2. On the FEMA App for mobile devices.
  3. FEMA Helpline at 1-800-621-3362, every day from 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. PST. Help is available in most languages. If you use a relay service such as video relay or captioned telephone, give FEMA the number for that service.
  4. At a Disaster Recovery Center. LA County survivors with damage to their home, personal property, or disaster-caused emergency needs can get in-person assistance. At DRCs, survivors can apply for federal assistance, speak to representatives from state and federal agencies, receive updates on their FEMA application, and learn about the appeals process.

Other Services

  • Multilingual Resources from the California Department of Insurance — Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara's office is offering timely resources on their webpage.
  • Misfortune and Calamity Tax Relief — You may be eligible for tax relief if your property is damaged or destroyed by a calamity such as fire or flooding. To qualify, file an Application for Reassessment: Property Damaged or Destroyed by Misfortune or Calamity (ADS-820) with the Assessor's Office within 12 months from the date the property was damaged or destroyed. The loss must exceed $10,000 of current market value. assessor.lacounty.gov/tax-relief/disaster-relief
  • 211 LA — Assistance and referrals to local resources for housing, food, health, and other services. Dial 211 or visit 211la.org.
  • California Apartment Rentals Association — An extensive list of rental resources.
  • American Red Cross — Shelter, meals, and emotional support. Visit Red Cross Find Open Shelters or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
  • Asbestos care — Wildfires present numerous hazards, yet one often underestimated risk is asbestos exposure. During fires, asbestos and other cancer-causing minerals can be released into the air as buildings burn, posing severe health risks.

How to Help

  • Red Cross Los Angeles — The Red Cross is helping those impacted by the fires. You can donate money, volunteer, or give blood. Volunteer shifts must be scheduled in advance. Volunteer with Red Cross LA.
  • Union Station Homeless Services — Union Station has had to evacuate a number of sites within the emergency evacuation zones and is urgently working to provide essential support. You can donate money, provide in-kind donations, or volunteer. ushs.org/emergency.
  • Habitat for Humanity — Thinking forward to the rebuilding phase: future volunteers, building materials, and warehouse space to hold materials until needed.
  • Where to Volunteer — A constantly updated Google Doc of opportunities to make a difference.

Other Places to Donate

  • California Fire Foundation
  • LA Fire Department
  • California Community Foundation
  • Pasadena Humane Society
  • World Central Kitchen