Disaster Relief

Los Angeles Wildfires 2025

Help and Resources/Services for Victims of the L.A. County Wildfires

Catholic Charities of Los Angeles understands the difficulties and destruction that the 2025 Eaton and Palisades Wildfires have caused in Los Angeles County, and we are here to help. Affected residents and families can access vital support services to facilitate recovery, enhance safety, and aid in the rebuilding efforts.

• • Acreage Burned: 37,728
  • Structures Destroyed: 16,255
  • People Killed: 28
  • Schools Affected: 101
  • Houses of Worship Affected: 23

Available Resources/Services

1. Emergency Relief Assistance
   • • Food, clothing, transportation, household needs, and basic necessities, such as hygiene kits, diapers, baby formula, etc.
     • Financial Assistance, including rental/mortgage assistance, motel/hotel vouchers, utility assistance, and security deposit.
     • Gift cards for essential supplies.
2. Property Assistance
   • • Insurance Assistance
     • FEMA Applications and Appeals
3. Rebuilding and Recovery
   • • Access to long-term Disaster Case Management Program.
4. Community Outreach & Support
   • • Referrals to existing Resource Hubs and Disaster Recovery Centers.

Access to Resources/Services

Application Process/Required Documentation

The application process depends on the need and service/program requirements. A list of required documentation will be provided during Intake at the various Catholic Charities’ disaster locations listed above.

Disaster Case Management FAQS (click here)

Disaster Case Management Flyer (click here)

Los Angeles County Wildfires 2025 Disaster Relief

The devastating wildfires burning out of control in the greater Los Angeles area have forced nearly 180,000 people to evacuate, leaving their homes just carrying whatever belongings they could. The rapid, raging fires, sparked by dry conditions and powerful winds, in Pacific Palisades, Pasadena, Sylmar, and Hollywood Hills have destroyed countless homes and businesses and caused thousands of men, women, and children to be displaced and in need. Many Angelenos are without shelter, food, and critical necessities, leaving communities in desperate need of support.

Disaster Relief funds directly help support displaced residents. During this trying time, Catholic Charities’ Disaster Relief Fund provides clients with essential needs, such as food, water, toiletries, and hotel vouchers.

To donate, to the Disaster Relief fund – Wildfires 2025, click here.

If you or someone you know requires assistance, we are here to help.

Below is a list of Catholic Charities of Los Angeles contacts dedicated to supporting those impacted by the wildfires.

Catholic Charities of Los Angeles Wildfires’ Contacts.

Ventura County Mountain Fire Disaster Relief

The Mountain Fire in Ventura County forced thousands to flee amid high winds that caused widespread damage to homes, structures, and agricultural land.

The wind-driven Mountain Fire forced evacuations around the Camarillo, Moorpark, Ventura, Santa Paula, and Fillmore areas. It scorched over 20,630 acres, destroyed more than 200 homes, and damaged 90 structures.

The areas most affected by the Mountain Fire are primarily residential.

The devastating impact of the wildfires left many families without shelter, food, and critical necessities, leaving communities in desperate need of support.

Disaster Relief funds directly help support displaced residents. To donate, click on the DONATE NOW button and, from the Designation dropdown menu, select Disaster Relief Fund—Mountain Fire.

Hurricane Milton Disaster Relief

Hurricane Milton has been estimated by forecasters as one of the strongest and most dangerous hurricanes that will make landfall in history. Evacuation warnings have been issued, and while many individuals and families prepare as best they can to survive until the Hurricane passes, the grim reality is that countless communities will be displaced, and Americans will need aid.

Disaster Relief Fund directly helps individuals and families by providing much needed emergency support to those whose lives have been altered by natural disasters, such as Hurricane Milton.

Catholic Charities USA has launched a dedicated Milton disaster relief campaign. To donate, click on the link below.

https://www.catholiccharitiesusa.org/2024/10/09/catholic-charities-launches-relief-fund-for-those-impacted-by-hurricane-milton/

Hurricane Helene Disaster Relief

The devastating impact of the recent Hurricane Helene left countless families without shelter, food, or basic necessities, leaving communities in desperate need of support.

Disaster Relief Fund helps families and individuals affected by natural disasters, including those devastated by Hurricane Helene.

The funds will provide immediate support, including emergency supplies, food, and critical assistance, to those in most need.

Catholic Charities USA has launched a dedicated Helene disaster relief campaign. To donate, click on the link below.

https://www.catholiccharitiesusa.org/what-we-do/disaster-relief/hurricane-helene-response/

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