California Wildfire Resources

Our thoughts are with all those affected by the recent wildfires. During these difficult times, we are dedicated to standing by and supporting the community. To assist, we’ve gathered a list of reliable resources for wildfire relief. These include options for accessing aid, supporting recovery initiatives, and providing help to those in need.

Emergency Updates and Information Resources

Notification Apps and Websites

FEMA Mobile App: Real-time weather alerts, locate emergency shelters in your area, prepare for common hazards and more.

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) & Disaster Assistance

  • Individuals who are affected by the wildfires can apply for FEMA disaster assistance on DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling 1.800.621.3362. 

Businesses affected by the wildfires may qualify for assistance by applying to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).

Arts and Cultural Sector Resources 

California Jazz Foundation

Website: https://www.californiajazzfoundation.org/how-to-apply-qualify

California Lawyers for the Arts

Website: https://www.calawyersforthearts.org/

Center for Cultural Innovation

Website:  https://www.cciarts.org/relief.html

LA Arts Community Fire Relief Fund, administered by Center for Cultural Innovation and spearheaded by Mellon. 

Craft Emergency Relief Fund (CERF+)

Website: https://cerfplus.org/

Entertainment Community Fund 

Website: entertainmentcommunity.org/am-i-eligible-help 

Email: western@entertainmentcommunity.org 

Phone: 323.330.2455 

A National human services organization for entertainment and performing arts professionals. Services include social services and emergency financial assistance in times of unexpected critical need, health insurance resource center, counseling and crisis support, and more. 

IATSE—Walsh/Di Tolla/Spivak Foundation (Disaster Relief) 

Website: iatse.net/take-action/disasterresponse

Phone: Local 80 (818.526.0700)

Funds from the foundation can help pay for food, clothing, shelter and other necessities for IATSE members affected by natural disasters. Additionally, Local 80 has opened their stage at 2520 West Olive Avenue, Burbank, CA 91505 as a relief shelter. 

Motion Picture & Television Fund 

Website: mptf.com 

Phone: 323.634.3888 (under 65) | 323.634.3866 (over 65) 

The Motion Picture & Television Fund offers a variety of services that can provide emotional and financial relief to industry members and their families during times of need. Services include counseling services, supportive services and community resources, and financial assistance. 

MusiCares 

Website: musicares.org 

Email: MusiCaresRelief@musicares.org 

Phone: 800.687.4227 

MusiCares is here to help music professionals affected by the California Wildfires.

NCAPER—National Coalition for Arts Preparedness 

Website: ncaper.org/generalresources

The Coalition helps ensure that artists, arts/cultural organizations, cultural funders and arts businesses have the capacity and ability to respond effectively to disasters and emergencies affecting the arts and culture sector. A national resource list of organizations that provide emergency financial assistance is available.

SAG-AFTRA Foundation 

Website: sagaftra.foundation 

Natural Disaster Relief Fund 

The SAG-AFTRA Foundation Disaster Relief Fund is a program designed to provide urgent financial assistance to SAG-AFTRA members who have been affected by a natural disaster. 

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