Disaster Recovery Resources for Residents and Businesses
For those affected by the fire and are in need of disaster recovery, the City of Pasadena and several community organizations are coordinating mutual aid relief. Below is a dynamic list of resources.
RESOURCES FOR RESIDENTS
Residents affected by the recent windstorm and wildfires can book a 30-minute virtual meeting with the Planner-of-the-Day to obtain zoning information on tree removals and repairing or rebuilding damaged fences and structures. This service is offered to help facilitate the process for making necessary repairs to your property.
For the most current resources, you can view the following websites:
All individuals who were impacted by the Eaton Fire should apply for FEMA assistance. Please call 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or go online at DisasterAssistance.gov as soon as possible.
RESOURCES FOR BUSINESSES
LA Region Small Business Relief Fund
LA County, LA City, Southern California Grantmakers, and partners have launched an LA Region Small Business and Worker Relief Fund for small businesses, nonprofits, and workers impacted by the 2025 wind and wildfire disaster. The program will provide grants up to $25,000 for eligible small businesses and nonprofits and $2,000 for workers.
The programs are open for giving now. Applications will open February 2025. Read the press release here.
LA County Business to Business Space Share
LA County Business to Business Space Share: DEO and LA County’s Internal Service Department launched a free virtual exchange where organizations and individuals with available workspace can connect with displaced businesses and nonprofits by the windstorm and wildfires. Get started in donating or browsing available space and matching today here. Read the press release here.
LA County Emergency Resources for Workers and Businesses
LA Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) and partners have compiled information, programs, and resources for workers and businesses affected by the Los Angeles fires. Resources include webinars, loans (local, state, and federal), grants, financial counseling, legal services, insurance and tax information, workforce assistance, FEMA emergency relief, business technical assistance, and more.For general small business support, please contact the Office of Small Business (OSB) at 844-432-4900 or email osb@opportunity.lacounty.gov. To access virtual AJCC services, visit ajcc.lacounty.gov, call or email workforce@opportunity.lacounty.gov. Please indicate “wildfire assistance” in email subject line for both OSB and AJCC services.
Pasadena Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and Women’s Business Center (WBC)
Pasadena SBDC WBC are hosting an SBA Disaster Loan Center where business advisors will provide one-on-one advising, and disaster loan application assistance.
Starting January 14th from 9AM-6PM Monday-Friday, and 9AM-4PM Saturdays, the Pasadena City College Continuing Education Center located at 3035 E. Foothill Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91107, will be open to assist small businesses, private nonprofit (PNP) organizations, and residents who sustained economic losses and physical damages from the wildfires. Walk-ins are accepted, but you can schedule an in-person appointment in advance.
Los Angeles County Economic Development Corporation (LAEDC) Wildfire Assistance
Visit LAEDC for information on emergency and recovery resources, business assistance, relief accommodations, mental health support, and more.
PACE Finance Corporation Disaster Express Loan Program
PACE is providing businesses flexible and affordable financial assistance to individuals, families and small businesses affected by the 2025 California Wildfires.
Small Business Assistance
The City of Pasadena, City of Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, and the State of California has compiled a list of technical assistance resources for small businesses.
OTHER RESOURCES
- Food & Beverage Workers impacted by the fires: https://restaurantscare.org/
- Open Air Worker Emergency Fund: https://www.inclusiveaction.org/workeraid
- Eaton Fire Animal Assistance
- Health and Safety Guidance for Early Childhood Education (ECE) Facilities After A Wildfire (PPHD)
- Temporary Leaf Blower Ban Flyer (English & Spanish)
Information courtesy of https://www.cityofpasadena.net
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