For Those Displaced by the Wildfires
Temporary Housing
Airbnb: Offering free temporary housing through Airbnb.org. Focus areas include Altadena, Malibu, Pacific Palisades, Pasadena, Santa Monica, and Sylmar. Visit Airbnb.org or contact 211 LA for support. Apply here.
Chateau Marmont: Free two-night stays in cottages for L.A. firefighters and union members from creative industries. Call directly to reserve.
The Pierside Santa Monica: Free accommodations for firefighters and discounted rates for evacuees. Call 310-451-0676.
The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood: Discounted rates for evacuees and first responders. Direct booking links are available for both groups. First responders should book here; displaced Angelenos should book here.
1 Hotel West Hollywood: Extended discounted rates, complimentary valet services, and waived amenity fees. Call 424-233-1917.
Oliver Hospitality: Complimentary five-night stays at Station House Inn and Lodge at Marconi with proof of address or evacuation notice. Call to reserve.
Downtown L.A. Proper and Santa Monica Proper are offering discounted rates for those displaced. Use booking code “HAVEN” for stays of less than seven days and “LAFIRE” for stays of more than seven days.
Best Western Plus Commerce Hotel is offering a discounted rate of $144.49 per room in an effort to assist those in need. To book, call 562-806-4777 and ask for Jeovanni, who is prepared to personally handle such reservations.
The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood is offering discounted room rates for evacuees and first responders. These guests can also cancel their reservations without a penalty fee. Direct booking links are available for both evacuees and first responders.
Pet-Friendly Accommodations
Palisociety Locations: Discounted rates and waived pet fees across multiple properties, including Palihouse Santa Monica and Palihotel Hollywood.
Hotel Figueroa: Discounted rates, waived pet fees, and housing assistance through the American Red Cross. Call 213-627-8971 to book.
Pasea Hotel & Spa, Huntington Beach: 20% off rates, waived resort and pet fees. Call 855-622-2472.
Alisal Ranch in Solvang, California, is offering discounted rates to locals affected by mandatory evacuation orders. Household pets are also welcome.
Hotel Joaquin, in Laguna Beach, is offering a preferred rate to inquiring fire evacuees. The property is waiving its 18+ and dog rules.
Pasea Hotel & Spa, in Huntington Beach, is offering 20% off, waived resort fees and waived pet fees. Displaced residents can book by calling 855-622-2472.
Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas in Indian Wells, California, is giving those affected a rate of $189 per night and will waive resort, self-parking, and pet fees.
Tip: Keep receipts from hotel stays for potential insurance reimbursement.
Animal and Pet Relief
- Best Friends Animal Society: Pet pantries offering food, litter, and supplies at two L.A. locations. Find more info here.
- Vetster: Free online veterinary appointments for pets needing medication or care. Visit the Vetster online help and support resource to set up an appointment. The offer is valid for one appointment per person for 500 pet parents from now until Jan. 23.
- Petco Love Lost: Free service for reporting and finding lost pets due to the fires. Find more info here.
- Pasadena Humane Shelter: Supporting pets affected by the fires. Pet owners in need of supplies can come pick up items at Pasadena City College, Lot 4, Level 1. Find more info here.
Replenishing Essentials
- Donna’s Recipe: Personal care items, blankets, and food at Lincoln Ave Christian Church, Pasadena. More info here.
- Brooklyn Projects: Free clothing and shoes at 7427 Melrose Ave. More info here.
- For LA and The People We Love: Free new and gently used apparel, toiletries, and accessories at 3303 W Jefferson Blvd from Jan 14.-Jan 17.
- Aerie: Free loungewear and activewear for fire victims via an online form.
- Citizens of Humanity: Clothing donation pickup will take place at the Citizens of Humanity corporate headquarters’ employee parking in Huntington Park, Calif., from Jan. 10 to 17. An ID is required to match with affected areas.
Meals and Food Assistance
- World Central Kitchen: Hot meals across Southern California.
- Calamigos Ranch, Malibu: Free breakfast burritos daily. Rest, recharge, and access facilities at 26025 Pacific Coast Highway.
- Blaze Pizza (Glendale): Free 11-inch pizzas with select toppings.
- Crustacean: Free pho and garlic noodles for evacuees and first responders.
- Highland Park Brewery: Weekend lunch specials for first responders and evacuees.
- Doordash: Waiving fees on all orders and donating to World Central Kitchen for every order placed in the area. More info here.
- The Hideaway: Free meals between January 10-17 for affected individuals.
Transportation
Lyft: Free or discounted rides for evacuees with code “CAFIRERELIEF25” through January 15.
Uber: Evacuatees can redeem a free Uber ride up to $40 by applying the promo code “WILDFIRE25” in the Wallet section of their Uber app before requesting a ride to a designated shelter location.
Additional Resources
- U-Haul: 30 days of free self-storage at 92 facilities in Southern California.
- 24 Hour Fitness: Free access to L.A.-area clubs for affected residents and first responders.
How You Can Help
Donations
Donate Supplies:
spcaLA: Accepting pet food, blankets, towels, and more.
LAFD: Non-perishable, individually wrapped essential goods for fire victims.
More donation centers and specific needs can be found here.
Monetary:
Project HOPE: Support relief efforts.
Red Cross: Provide emergency assistance.
Wildfire Recovery Fund: Dedicated to relief and rebuilding.
LA Food Bank – Provide nutritious meals.
Salvation Army – Provide food, personal necessities, and shelter.
Volunteering
- California Volunteers: Opportunities to support wildfire recovery.
- YMCA: Assisting donation intake, sorting, and family advocacy efforts.
- It’s Bigger Than Us is looking for volunteers to transport resources and pack and distribute supplies.
- The LA Dream Center needs helpers to pass out donations, direct traffic, sort clothes and prepare meals. It is also accepting donations.
- LA Regional Food Bank accepting food donations and volunteers at their two locations.
More opportunities and specific needs can be found here.
Fostering Animals
- L.A. Animal Services: Seeking fosters for displaced pets to free up space in shelters. You can sign up to foster or adopt for free — the adoption fee has been waived.
- SPCA: Hosting temporary foster programs. Sign up here.
Together, We Can Make a Difference
Every act of generosity, no matter how small, contributes to the wildfire recovery efforts. Whether you’re donating, volunteering, or simply sharing this information, your support makes a tangible difference. Let’s come together to help rebuild and support our community in this challenging time.
To the heroic first-responders, thank you for your bravery as you fight for our community. We love you, LA.
