We Love LA: Wildfire Relief Events

When wildfires erupted across Los Angeles County, devastating areas like Pacific Palisades and Altadena in the process, Angelenos flew into action. Donation drives popped up everywhere from community centers to nightclubs and brought in so many contributions that most have since ended. Still, there is a need for both funds and volunteers to help relief efforts.
For those who want to contribute their time, organizations like Los Angeles Regional Food Bank are actively seeking volunteers and LA Animal Services is looking for foster and adoptive pet parents to help ease the amount of animals in the shelter as more are expected to come in as a result of the wildfires.
Over the next few weeks, fundraiser events ranging from DJ nights to concerts to comedy shows will be taking place throughout the city. Check out some of the opportunities below.

Dine LA Restaurant Week - Citywide (Jan. 24 - Feb. 7)
The Winter 2025 edition of Dine LA Restaurant Week will take place as scheduled from January 24 to February 7, with this season’s event benefitting LA’s ongoing wildfire relief efforts.
LA's food community has demonstrated inspiring resilience and generosity. Many restaurants have stepped up to support people impacted by wildfires as the dining industry continues to face its own challenges. Dine LA provides a meaningful way to support the local restaurant community while fostering a sense of comfort and connection.
For each Dine LA reservation made, LA Tourism and Banc of California will be donating to the American Red Cross. #WeLoveLA

"Whiplash" in Concert - Saban Theatre (Feb. 7-8)
Street Food Cinema presents a 10th anniversary celebration of Whiplash, featuring live-to-film concerts with an 18-piece jazz band conducted by Oscar and GRAMMY Award-winning composer Justin Hurwitz. Written and directed by Damien Chazelle, with music by Hurwitz, Whiplash tells the story of a promising young jazz drummer (played by Miles Teller) pushed to his limits by an abusive instructor (J.K. Simmons, in an Oscar-winning performance).
Tickets at the Street Food Cinema website. Proceeds go to the MusiCares Fire Relief Effort.

Listen to Music Outside in the Daylight Under a Tree - Elysian Park (Feb. 8)
Local label Leaving Records organizes a series of outdoor music-based events called Listen to Music Outside in the Daylight Under a Tree. For the February 8 installment, they’ve brought together a large group of locals, including Carlos Niño, Julia Holter, Nite Jewel, Maral and more, to play from noon to sunset at Montecillo de Leo Politi Park, located on Stadium between Scott Road and Academy Road inside Elysian Park. All proceeds from the suggested donation will benefit musicians impacted by the fires.

Puppy Yoga - Common Space Brewery (Feb. 8)
On Saturday, February 8, Hawthorne's Common Space Brewery welcomes Namastray Events for a Puppy Yoga Wildfire Relief Fundraiser. All ticket sales will go to the nonprofit Pups Without Borders to support their tireless efforts to help pets impacted by the LA fires.
Common Space is also organizing We Love LA, an international brewery collaboration that's raising funds for the United Way of Greater Los Angeles Wildfire Response Fund. (see below)

Rhondavous - Catch One (Feb. 14)
A Club Called Rhonda once again takes over Catch One with Rhondavous, a Valentine's Day extravaganza with 18 DJs, 5 Rooms, 2 Floors and a few thousand of your closest friends. A portion of all proceeds are going to benefit It's Bigger Than Us, a community-driven organization dedicated to direct support of underserved communities at the frontlines of fire relief efforts. Tickets at Resident Advisor.
Gear Drive - Los Angeles Center of Photography (Feb. 15)
The Los Angeles Center of Photography has partnered with Samy’s Camera for a photo equipment drive to assist those who lost their gear in the fires. The event takes place on February 15, but right now, they’re accepting donations of cameras, lenses, printer paper and other related gear. If you have gently used or new, surplus equipment that you would like to donate, head to one of the following locations:
- Freestyle Photo & Imaging Supplies - 5401 W Sunset Blvd, Hollywood 90027; Monday – Friday, 10am – 6pm; Saturdays, 10am -2pm
- Los Angeles Center of Photography - 252 S. Los Angeles St, Los Angeles 90012; Saturday, January 18, 10am – 1pm & Saturday, January 25, 10am – 1pm

Help on the Way - Lodge Room (Feb. 25)
Lodge Room and Blues for Sallah are teaming up to present Help on the Way, a benefit concert for victims of the Eaton wildfire. Taking place on Tuesday, February 25, the lineup features Eric Krasno, Ross James, Jason Hann, Alex Koford, Grahame Lesh, Adam MacDougall plus very special guests. Tickets are on sale at the Lodge Room website. All proceeds will benefit Eaton wildfire victims.

Rüfüs Du Sol (DJ Set) - Hollywood Palladium (Mar. 6)
Australian trio Rüfüs Du Sol announced their sold-out DJ set at the Hollywood Palladium with a simple, "Los Angeles we love you." 100% of ticket proceeds will benefit the California Community Foundation Wildfire Recovery Fund.

Ongoing
California Donuts Donut Drive
Located in Koreatown, California Donuts has been delivering donuts and croissants to families in need, as well as first responders and volunteers working on relief efforts. They recently launched a Donut Drive to serve more people. A $10 donation will provide one dozen donuts and contributions can be made via @californiadonuts on Venmo. The 24-hour donut stand may also need volunteers to help with deliveries. Reach out via Instagram if you’re interested.

Chez Mia & Olivetta
Melrose Avenue restaurants Chez Mia and Olivetta have been providing meals to those displaced by the fires. The meals cost $10 and, if you would like to contribute to the fund, you can do so via the restaurants’ page on Pledge or by texting DINNER to 707070. The restaurants are also looking for volunteers to help with food delivery. For more info, follow @chezmia_melrose and @olivetta on Instagram.

Japangeles
Japangeles has created the "LOS ANGELES UNITED” fire relief t-shirt to support the relief efforts of Little Tokyo Service Center (LTSC) to aid those affected by the fires. All net proceeds from the t-shirt will be donated to Terasaki Budokan, a project of LTSC, that offers a safe space for youth, families and seniors, providing community activities and connecting visitors to Japanese American culture.
Now available for pre-order at the Japangeles website. Free U.S. shipping for delivery in 2-3 weeks after online sales are closed. In-store pickup in Little Tokyo is also available.

First Responder Pies - La Sorted’s
With locations in Silver Lake and Chinatown, La Sorted’s has been providing pizzas to first responders at local fire stations and support centers. If you would like to donate one (or more), place an order via the restaurant’s website.


Love & Victory
Brooklyn-based Meg Moorhouse, founder of Love & Victory, has designed a t-shirt to support hospitality workers affected by the wildfires. Proceeds from the Los Angeles Hospitality Industry Benefit T-Shirt will be donated to the Another Round Another Rally Disaster Relief Fund to help workers in the bar and restaurant community. Pre-orders are live for the t-shirt, which is available in black short sleeve and natural long sleeve.

The Original Farmers Market
For generations, The Original Farmers Market has welcomed visitors and Angelenos alike to "Meet Me at 3rd and Fairfax." Now, The Markets and its merchants are rallying to support first responders and evacuees. From complimentary meals and groceries to discounts and donations, the Market is dedicated to lending a helping hand during these challenging times.
Coffee Corner - Complimentary coffee or tea for first responders
The Dog Bakery
- Anyone in need of free dog food can fill out this form and it will be shipped, or can be picked up from the Market or Pasadena store locations
- Customers can also sponsor a bag of food for those in need
Ettore
- Free meals and fresh fruit for evacuated residents and first responders
- Discounted meals for all Angelenos
- Free delivery via DoorDash
Janie and Jack - Customers can make donations to Baby2Baby at checkout to support children and families in need
Kaylin + Kaylin Pickles - Donating 10% of proceeds from the K+K Pickle Tasting Bar and Topped Pickle Bar to the California Community Foundation
Mediterranean Market
- Free groceries for first responders
- Complimentary baklava for everyone
Mercato Grocery & Meal Delivery - $15 off delivery fees with code: DELIVERY15 (valid until January 25)
Michelina - Free lunch for first responders (ham & cheese baguette) through Sunday, January 19
Pasta Corner - Free Pasta Marinara for first responders through January 19
Savta - Complimentary pizza for first responders daily from 11:30am to 6pm through January 19
The Shaving Octopus
- Free haircut, shave and beard trim services for firefighters
- Valid through February 15


Pouring With Heart
Pouring With Heart is donating $2 to the California Community Foundation for every select cocktail ordered at any of its Los Angeles bars, such as Downtown LA whiskey den Seven Grand, which is donating $2 for every Toki Highball. Additionally, Arts District Brewing and All Season Brewing are currently accepting donations of water, first aid supplies, non-perishable foods and essentials.
Record Safari Vinyl Drive
Los Feliz shop Record Safari is currently collecting donations of new and used vinyl for those who lost their collections in the recent fires. They’re also accepting donations of record players and other equipment in working condition. Donations can be made in person and be sure to let them know that this is specifically for the donation box.

Stories Book Drive
Stories Books & Cafe in Echo Park is currently taking donations of children’s books to be distributed amongst families who have been displaced by the wildfires. If you can’t get to Stories, you can also help by purchasing a gift card through the shop’s website to be given to someone impacted by the fire.

We Love LA: Wildfire Relief Beer
Organized by Common Space Brewery in Hawthorne, We Love LA is an international fundraising collaboration that brings breweries and beer lovers together to raise funds and coordinate support for those impacted by the LA wildfires. Participating breweries are invited to brew their own We Love LA beer with a portion of sales benefiting the United Way of Greater Los Angeles Wildfire Response Fund. Currently more than 150 breweries have signed up, spanning California, the U.S. and even Australia and the Philippines! The target release date for the We Love LA beers is March 7-9.