EMERGENCY AID OPTIONS
As wildfires continue to impact communities across Los Angeles, we know many of our JCFOC Fund Holders are eager to help those in need.
We have compiled a list of organizations actively providing relief and recovery services. You can make a difference by recommending grants through your DONOR ADVISED PHILANTHROPIC FUND, or click on the links below to donate directly to these organizations. Together, we can bring hope and relief to those affected during this challenging time.
JEWISH FEDERATION OF ORANGE COUNTY:
The Jewish Federation has established the Wildfire Relief Fund to assist Jewish communities in the affected areas. Click here to donate.
PASADENA JEWISH TEMPLE AND CENTER:
From the pjtc.net website, “We are devastated to report that PJTC’s buildings caught fire last night. Despite the best efforts of the fire department, multiple news organizations have reported that all campus buildings are lost. We are unable to access the neighborhood to confirm, so we can only watch the news along with you and hold each other tightly. We want to assure you that last night, we were able to rescue all our Torah scrolls from the sanctuary, chapel, and classrooms. They are safely in the home of one of our congregants.” Click here to donate.
CHABAD JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF PACIFIC PALISADES:
The Chabad Jewish Community Center of Pacific Palisades has been devastated by fire. Click here to donate.
AMERICAN RED CROSS LOS ANGELES REGION:
The American Red Cross is currently supporting those impacted by the wildfire activity. Click here to donate.
LOS ANGELES REGIONAL FOOD BANK:
The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank is working with government agencies, nonprofit and faith-based partners, and others to respond to the fires throughout Los Angeles County. Click here to donate.
CALIFORNIA FIRE FOUNDATION:
From cafirefoundation.org, “The trauma experienced by fire survivors is unimaginable. Survivors often must flee their homes with nothing more than the clothes on their backs, and in the wake of a devastating fire, desperately need comfort and financial assistance. Easing that burden is what the California Fire Foundation’s Supplying Aid to Victims of Emergency (SAVE) program is all about. It brings immediate, short-term relief to victims of home fires throughout California. Click here to donate.
The SAVE card is a $250 gift card given to eligible survivors of fire and natural disasters by firefighters on scene who are enrolled in the SAVE program. This allows survivors to purchase basic necessities such as food, clothing, gas, medicine, or a place to stay the night in the immediate aftermath of a house fire.”
LOS ANGELES FIRE DEPARTMENT FOUNDATION:
The LAFD Foundation is actively seeking funds to equip LAFD members battling the wildfires with tools and supplies. The LAFD Foundation supports the 3,500 firefighters, paramedics, and sworn personnel who risk their lives to keep L.A. safe. Click here to donate.
PASADENA HUMANE:
From the pasadenahumane.org website, “If you are able to donate to help provide emergency resources to animals affected by the wildfires, now is the best time. Every donation, no matter how small, will help to provide lifesaving resources. please give now at pasadenahumane.org/wildfirerelief.”
AirBnB (multiple ways to act):
If you have a property in the SoCal area listed with AirBnB, you can use this link to donate free stays for those affected: https://www.airbnb.com/e/airbnb-org-get-involved. LA County’s 211 system is working with AirBnB to provide these spaces free of charge using an intake form to establish the highest level of need, including for first responders.
Donate to AirBnB to help cover the costs of housing through their non-profit arm using this link https://www.airbnb.com/for-airbnb-org/donate.
