Philanthropy's Response to 2025 California Wildfires

Overview

Wildfires in the greater Los Angeles area have forced nearly 180,000 people out of their homes and have left over 350,000 people without power. At least five fires have burned over 45 square miles causing it to be the most destructive fire in L.A. history. Both a state of emergency and Major Disaster Declaration have been declared in California. 

As updates about the impact of these fires are known and opportunities to support long-term recovery become available, this page will be updated with resources and information.

Resources

• Council on Foundations | Disaster Grantmaking
• Philanthropy California | 2025 California Disaster Response

Relief Funds 

• California Community Foundation | Wildfire Recovery Fund
• GlobalGiving | California Wildfire Relief Fund
• League of California Community Foundations | Disaster, Relief, Recovery, and Resilience Fund
• Pasadena Community Foundation | Eaton Canyon Fire Relief and Recovery Fund
• Ventura County Community Foundation | Ventura County Wildfire Relief & Recovery
• Center for Disaster Philanthropy | CDP California Wildfires Recovery Fund
• Emergency Assistance Foundation | People First Fund for Southern California Wildfires

Partners

• The Center for Disaster Philanthropy is the Council's recommended partner for those needing support in mobilizing a philanthropic response to disasters.