The California wildfire that first ignited on Tuesday morning in the Pacific Palisades, a neighborhood in Los Angeles, has spread throughout several parts of the greater LA area, leaving many residents without access to basic necessities.
Cal Fire reported that the fire’s cause is still under investigation. More than 800 firefighters, with the help of fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters, have been battling the spreading flames. Since the Palisades blaze began, fire crews have struggled to contain the 17,000-acre fire, which has forced thousands of residents to evacuate.
As of Thursday morning, January 9, the fire was mapped at 17,234 acres with no containment. According to the Wildfire Alliance, the Palisades Fire is already far more destructive than the second-most destructive wildfire in LA history, with 1,000 structures destroyed. Damage is believed to be in the tens of billions of dollars.
As fire continues to take so much away from California residents, local organizations and global beauty and clothing brands have stepped up to support those affected. Clothing and toiletries are especially vital in the first few days after destruction. Basic necessities like shirts, pants, and female hygiene products are some of the many things California wildfire victims will need in the coming days. Below, we’ve rounded up many of the places you can donate to or support.
This list will be updated as resources expand.
Baby2Baby
Baby2Baby is providing critical items including diapers, food, formula, and hygiene products for children and families.
SetActive
Athletic-wear brand SetActive is collecting clothes to be distributed to victims. The company is asking people to reach out to it directly to set up donations.
LA Dream Center
LA Dream Center is collecting donations in person on January 9 and 10 from 9 a.m. to sundown at 2301 Bellevue Ave. You can also send monetary donations to the center’s site.
YMCA
The Koreatown Center for Community Well-Being (433 S. Vermont Ave. in LA) and Westchester YMCA (8015 S. Sepulveda Blvd. in LA) are the designated donation sites for the YMCA and are receiving essential items for families affected by the fires.
Celebration Nation
Celebration Nation, a nonprofit organization, is accepting a slew of donations, including feminine hygiene products.
Materials & Applications
Materials & Applications, or M&A, is collecting materials and accepting monetary donations at their mutual aid fund. Weekday donation drop-offs are by appointment. You can direct message the group on Instagram or send an email. Weekend drop-off windows will be posted on M&A’s social media page.
The LA Mission
The LA Mission is also accepting donations. The organization would like new and gently used clothing of all sizes (larger sizes can be especially useful), new socks, underwear, cold-weather clothing, and protective wear. Drop-off locations are at 351 S. Anderson St. (Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and at 316 Winston St. (Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.).
Bike Oven
Bike Oven at 3706 N. Figueroa St. is currently open as a drop-off location for supplies, including toiletries, to benefit those dealing with the Eaton Fire.
The Los Angeles Chargers
The LA Chargers announced that there will be supply drives at upcoming events. The football team’s organization asked fans who will be attending to bring materials to donate, such as new or gently used clothes and hygiene products like shampoo, soap, and deodorant.
ColourPop
South California beauty brand ColourPop is seeking donated products for those in need. Organizations supplying aid that are in need of resources to distribute can contact the brand at social@colourpop.com.
Stratum Fitness
Stratum Fitness is doing a clothing drive and asking for gently used or new clothing, jackets, blankets, and shoes. The organization will have bins for men’s, women’s, boys’ and girls’ clothing. Drop offs can be made at the Stratum Fitness Solana Beach location. There will be a donation bin in the front lobby today through January 18.
Well Cloth’d
Well Cloth’d is partnering with @ShopQuirkLA to collect clothing and essential items. They’ve created an Amazon wish list for those who would like to send new items directly. They’re also collecting gently used items. You can also help by donating via their Venmo (@wellclothd) to help with shipping costs.
818 Night Market
818 Night Market is helping spearhead donation drives for products. You can drop off at Hand Brewed Beer from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., at Yonder Coffee between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m., and then Burger 3000 from 11 a.m. to midnight.
Stoney Clover
Stoney Clover is putting together bags to give to victims. They are gathering clothing, makeup, and skincare products. You can reach out via direct message or email.
Stories Books and Cafe
Stories Books and Cafe is hosting a supply drive January 10th on their patio. They are accepting all donations, including clothes and hygiene products anytime during opening hours.
Seconds Market
Seconds Market is doing a donations match program. You can sign up or apply to donate at this link. They will match you based on specifics like size, gender, and age. They will also coordinate drop-offs or shipping.
