Our hearts and spirits are with you in devastation, loss, and grief. We’re collectively weathering the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles in the midst of an already grueling time in our industry of work stoppages, inflation, contraction, and economic instability. Many of us are weary from surviving the past months and years; now we're forced to face a new set of hardships. Below is a list of resources for anyone impacted and in need during this tragedy. Our Instagram page (@writeinclusion) will also amplify resources from organizations and grassroots operations providing much-needed resources in the Los Angeles area. We hope a little bit of comfort is found through these community initiatives.
If you know of additional resources or fundraisers to amplify, please email us at info@writeinclusion.org. TTIE is not partnered with any of these organizations or funds and encourages everyone to do their research before donating or accessing services. Updated Jan 15th.
ORGANIZATIONS & MUTUAL AID
211LA - 211 LA is here to connect you with vital resources to help keep you and your loved ones safe.
47 LA County Restaurants Offering Food & Relief - Here is a growing list from the LA Times of food spots staying open to support those displaced or affected by ongoing fires, including one Santa Monica restaurant that’s offering 10% lunch and dinner discounts throughout the week and a Virgil Village walk-up window that’s providing free food to evacuees and first responders.
Airbnb - Airbnb is partnering with 211 LA to provide free, emergency housing for people who have been displaced by the Los Angeles wildfires, as well as for first responders.
Brands Providing Products To Families Impacted by LA Fires - A database of companies and brands who are offering free products and services for families impacted by the fires.
California/National Union Disaster Relief Funds - A list of state and national union funds available to their members.
Entertainment Community Fund - A national human services organization here to meet the needs of our entertainment community with a unique understanding of the challenges involved in a life in the arts.
FEMA - Apply for federal disaster relief. FEMA will also be at select LA County Libraries on January 12 and 13 (9AM to 5PM) to help residents impacted by the fire.
Hotel Association of Los Angeles - Hotels throughout the region are providing shelter and supplies to Angelenos evacuating Palisades, Eaton and Hurst fires. If you have been displaced by a fire in Los Angeles, hotels are here to help. Please click the link to find hotels with availability and special rates.
Humanitas Fire Resource Database - Humanitas honors and empowers film and television writers whose work explores the human condition in a nuanced, meaningful way. They’ve built an extensive, two-tab database with one sheet for resources and another with a list of GoFundMes for writer community members (also linked below).
LA Food Bank - Since 1973, the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank has worked to mobilize resources in the community to alleviate hunger.
LA Works - Together we can help; how to aid fire relief.
Lyft - Offers a free ride (up to $25) for evacuated residents who need a ride to a shelter. Use code CAFIRERELIEF25 for two rides maximum.
Mask Bloc LA - A mutual aid project to distribute free masks. Anyone can request free masks, get information about masking, and sign up to volunteer at this link.
Motion Picture Fund Wildfire Resources - MPTF supports working and retired members of the entertainment community with a safety net of health and social services, including temporary financial assistance, case management, and residential living.
MusiCares - MusiCares is a resource to eligible music professionals impacted by natural disasters, including the fires in the greater Los Angeles area.
Mutual Aid LA Network/MALAN Resource List - A list of mutual aid organizations and support.
Pasadena Humane Society - Check their website for pet food pantry availability.
Pro Bono Therapy for Los Angeles Wildfires - a database of therapists and mental health professionals offering pro bono services.
WGAW Good & Welfare Loans - Emergency assistance loans for WGAW Current members in good standing and Post-Current members who are experiencing acute financial distress.
WGAW Writers Guild Member Fund - If you have lost your home or been displaced, contact the Guild. We will connect you with the Entertainment Community Fund who is administrating the Writers Guild Member Fund grants. These grants are available due to the support of fellow Guild members, and are for members who are in financial need due to loss of their home, or who have been forced to evacuate (either long-term or short-term).
World Central Kitchen - WCK is distributing free hot meals to the public in response to multiple active wildfires near Los Angeles. For the most up-to-date information please check their socials.
WNDB Diverse Books Grants - WNDB provides emergency grants to diverse authors and illustrators, publishing professionals, and educators who are experiencing dire financial need. We aim to bolster these marginalized groups by giving grants between $500 and $1,000 each. Since 2020, the Emergency Grants provided nearly 130 grants.
Uber - Offering a free ride (up to $40) for transportation to a designated shelter location. Enter code WILDFIRE25 in Wallet section before requesting a ride to claim. Users can redeem two free trips through Jan. 15.
YMCA - The Y Is Here for You: Free Childcare, Showers, Wi-Fi, and Essential Services Across LA County.
FUNDRAISERS FOR THOSE IN NEED
TTIE’s Database of GoFundMe Links - Our community of supporters, family, friends, and colleagues extends outside the TV industry. Some of these individuals have been affected by the wildfires and we’d like to support them in reaching their fundraising goals. We are amplifying these “Friends of TTIE'“ to assist in having their needs met. These fundraisers are directly recommended by TTIE’s members, but as always, we encourage everyone to do their own research and be aware of risks before donating to any cause.
Animation People & Friends Affected By Fires Fundraisers Database - A grassroots effort to help Animation workers and friends affected by the wildfires.
Disabled Folks Displaced by the LA Fires - A mutual aid directory and list of GoFundMe links.
Displaced Black Families GoFundMe Directory - Helping families rebuild affected by LA Fires.
Displaced Latino Families - A directory of GoFundMe links to help families rebuild.
Fundraisers for Hollywood Crew Members - This is a grassroots effort and, because of the urgent need happening, it will not be possible to factcheck every fundraiser to guarantee authenticity.
Humanitas Fundraisers/GoFundMe Links Database - A number of fundraisers have begun via GoFundMe to help writers who have lost their homes or have otherwise had their lives upended by the ongoing fires. *Fundraisers like these tend to arise very quickly, and Humanitas cannot independently verify all details included on individual pages, but we encourage you to explore them and support where you can. If you know of similar fundraising efforts, please email info@humanitasprize.org with "Fundraiser for Writer" in the subject line.
ADDITIONAL WAYS TO HELP
American Red Cross - The American Red Cross is working alongside its partners to provide shelter, food, emotional support, and health services.
Best Friends Animal Society - Best Friends Animal Society has activated two pet pantry locations in Los Angeles that can provide essential supplies including pet food, cat litter, pet beds, and other necessary items as well as human sanitary products for those who have lost everything.
California Fire Foundation - The foundation is working with local fire agencies and community organizations to support residents impacted by the blazes.
Canine Rescue Club - The Canine Rescue Club is a network of caregivers who foster dogs awaiting their forever home.
CORE (Community Organized Relief Effort) - Providing relief for victims of wildfires.
International Medical Corps - International Medical Corps is delivering relief supplies—including hygiene kits and first-aid kits—to support communities affected by the fires, and stands ready to provide additional support and services to health facilities as needed.
Lagartijas Climbing Crú - A local BIPOC climbing club has created a Google spreadsheet to connect fire victims with people who want to donate gear and dehydrated meals.
Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation - Your local LAFD firefighters need your help to save lives and protect property during this wildfire. The LAFD Foundation is actively seeking funds to equip our LAFD members battling wildfires with equipment and supplies.
Mutual Aid LA Network/MALAN Volunteer List - A database of volunteer opportunities in the Los Angeles area.
Pasadena Humane Society - Thanks to the generosity of our community, they are fully stocked and unable to store additional items without impairing their operations. They are still in need of monetary donations, which may be made at give.pasadenahumane.org/fire.
Where to Volunteer - A database provided by the LA Times for those looking to volunteer locally in Los Angeles.
Writers Guild Member Fund - Your contribution will immediately help Writers Guild members who have lost their home or been displaced by the Southern California wildfires.