At Connecting Mothers Initiative, we hold the victims of the LA wildfires in our hearts during this devastating time. Our thoughts are with all the families affected. In our commitment to support, we have compiled a list of resources to help keep our community informed. This includes updates on evacuation locations, crisis resources, and other essential services for moms and families. Also, if you are looking for a way to support those in need, please see our list of verified donation sites.

Support For Moms and Families

• Bobbie LA Fire Relief Fund

  • If you are a formula-feeding parent and lost your home in the LA fires, you can apply at http://bit.ly/BobbieLArelief for free Bobbie formula, whether you are a Bobbie customer or not

  • To help support the families needing formula for their little ones, you can participate in Bobbie’s “Bobbie for Change” efforts by donating cans of formula at https://lnkd.in/gP_MYBv5

• California HOPE Crisis Counseling

  • Phone 833-317-HOPE or 833-317-4673

• Postpartum Support International Helpline

  • 800-944-4773

• National Maternal Mental Health Hotline

  • 833-852-6262

• National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

  • 988

• Owlet

• They will replace Owlet products lost in the wildfires at no cost. Form: https://form.jotform.com/250076046372049) - Must be completed by February 28th, 2025

• Babyletto

  • Providing cribs to those who have lost their homes and been affected by the fires

  • Reach out to info@babyletto.com for more info

• Upwards.com

  • Connecting families with childcare resources to replace what has been lost due to the fire

  • Contact relief@upwards.com for assistance

• The Rare O Project

  • Assisting young mothers and fathers between the ages of 14-25 who are in need of diapers and wipes

  • They will also be giving out baby food and formula when available

  • The request form for aid is on http://www.therareoproject.org

• Community Loving

  •  Free resources available for pick up in Torrance including flashlights, dry food, socks, hygiene kits, blankets, first aid, clothing, KN95 masks, water and batteries

  • DM @communityloving or email communityloving.org@gmail.com for details

Stay Informed

• Los Angeles Fire Department

  • lafd.org/quick-evacuation-tips

  • lafd.org/alerts

• readylacounty

  • sign up for phone, text and email alerts at ready.lacounty.gov/emergency-notifications

• listoscalifornia.org

  • emergency alerts

• fire.ca.gov

  • shows up-to-date fire information and current evacuation orders

• latimes.com/california/live/pacific-palisades-fire-updates-los-angeles

  • school and road closures, maps, news and more

• CAL FIRE Incident Information

  • fire.ca.gov/incidents

Evacuation Centers for People and Pets

• Westwood Rec Center: 1350 S. Sepulveda Blvd., LA 90025

• Ritchie Valens Rec Center: 10736 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Pacoima 91331

• Pasadena Convention Center: 300 E Green St, Pasadena, CA 91101

• Milo’s Sanctuary: 550 W. Rancho Vista Blvd., Suite D #106, Palmdale, California 93551

  • Accepting large and small animals with their humans

• LA211 is working with AirBNB to offer free temporary housing for residents displaced or forced to evacuate due to the recent wildfires. Form located here: https://211la.org/LA-Wildfires

Evacuation Centers for Large Animals

• LA Equestrian Center: 480 Riverside Dr., Burbank 91506

• Hansen Dam: 11770 Foothill Blvd., Lake View Terrace, CA 91342

• Pierce College Equestrian Center: 6201 Winnetka Ave, Woodland Hills, CA 91367

• Agoura Animal Care Center: 29525 Agoura Rd, Agoura Hills, CA 91301

• Pasadena Humane Society: 361 S Raymond Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105

Donate

• Baby2Baby

  • working with 470 partner organizations in LA County to provide critical items such as formula, diapers and food to the families who have lost everything in the fires

  • https://baby2baby.org/disaster-relief-and-emergency-response/

• Community Foundation’s Wildfire Recovery Fund

  • www.calfund.org/funds/wildfire-recovery-fund/

  • Both intermediate and long-term assistance

• Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation

  • www.supportlafd.org

  • Registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit

• California Fire Foundation

  • www.cafirefoundation.org

  • Immediate assistance through disaster relief cash cards

• Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles

  • www.habitatla.org/support-us

  • Will assist in the rebuilding efforts

• World Central Kitchen

  • www.wck.org/news/first-alert-ca-fires-jan25

  • Nonprofit that serves meals to those affected by natural disasters

Lastly, if we are missing vital resources, please feel free to contact us editorial@connectingmothersinitiative.org