Wildfire Emergency Relief
Together, We Will Rebuild: The recent wildfires have devastated our community, displacing individuals, families, and even our own team members. At Union Station Homeless Services, we are here to help those affected—and we need your support to continue making a difference.
3 Ways You Can Help
1. Donate to Our Emergency Relief Fund
Your monetary donation has the greatest impact, allowing us to provide critical resources like emergency housing, food, and supplies for those displaced by the fires. Every dollar helps bring relief and hope to our community.
2. Provide In-Kind Donations
We urgently need essential items to support evacuees, outreach teams, and those affected.
Location: USHS Adult Center | 412 S. Raymond Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91104
Day: Wednesdays, 11 AM -7 PM
Top In-Kind Needs Include:
Gift Cards
Cleaning Supplies (wipes, gloves, cleaning liquids, etc.)
NEW Undergarments (adults & children)
NEW Children’s Shoes
NEW Bedsheets (twin/queen)
NEW Pillows
NEW Towels
Laundry Pods
Fabric Softener
Full Sized Toiletries (shampoo, conditioner)
Canned Tuna/Chicken
Pasta Sauce
3. Volunteer
Please register for orientation to learn how you can support our efforts during this crisis. Complete this registration form upon completion of our USHS volunteer orientation.
This is a time for action and compassion. Thank you for standing with us as we navigate this crisis together. Our volunteer team will get back to you ASAP. Please be patient as we have been inundated with volunteer requests.
Act Now: Supplies Available to Those in Need!
We’re here to help! We’re transitioning from emergency response to community recovery.
Our dedicated program staff will help assemble essential items to support individuals and families impacted by the fires and evacuations to assist and provide a foundation for rebuilding.
If you or someone you know needs assistance, come pick up supplies like food, water, bedding, hygiene products, and more.
Location: USHS Adult Center | 412 S. Raymond Ave, Pasadena
Hours: Wednesdays, 11 AM - 7 PM. Check @ushs.news for updates
Spread the word—share this message with anyone in need. Let’s rebuild together!
Other Resources
Here are some of the free or discounted resources available to wildfire evacuees and first responders across LA County.*
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Pasadena Bad Weather Shelter
997 E. Walnut Street, Pasadena, CA 91101
Info Line: 888-915-8111
Entrance is at the rear of the building.All Saints Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91101
Open to all evacuees.Pasadena Convention Center
300 E. Green Street, Pasadena, CA 91101Airbnb
211 LA is partnering with Airbnb to offer free temporary housing for people displaced from their homes due to wildfires. More information HERE.For more information or assistance, call the LA County hotline at 211.
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Several locations are offering free meals and discounts to first responders in the Los Ángeles area.
Union Station Homeless Services: We will be providing free hot meals-to-go from Monday - Friday, 10:00 am until 5:00 pm. Non-perishable foods and other relief essentials will also be available. The distribution center is USHS Adult Center located at 412 S. Raymond Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91105.
Infatuation LA: The popular foodie site has compiled a list of restaurants in the Los Angeles area that are offering shelter or free meals to first responders and evacuees.
Dog Haus: The restaurant will offer one free hot dog to those impacted by the fire at their Pasadena restaurant and free meals to firefighters at their Los Ángeles locations.
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Uber: Residents in Los Angeles County who’ve been ordered to vacate their homes can get a credit from Uber to get to an evacuation site. The $40 will only be valid for trips to an active shelter and by using the code WILDFIRE25.
Lyft: Lyft announced it will be offering $25 vouchers, valid for two trips, to 500 customers from now until midnight on Jan. 15. Use the code CAFIRERELIEF25 to get the promotion.
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Planet Fitness: The fitness chain is offering evacuees and first responders free access to their facilities, including showers, locker rooms, and WiFi. Offer is valid until Jan. 15 Please contact your nearest Planet Fitness for more information.
Crunch Gym: The gymnasium chain announced it will open 20 locations across Los Angeles for any evacuees or first responders that need to shower, recharge phones or rest.
Ecco Hair Studio: The hair salon in south Pasadena has announced it will offer free hair washes for people impacted by the wildfires.
Magic Cleaners & Laundry: Free wash and fold for fire victims until end of January.
111 N Lake Ave, Pasadena, CA 91101
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Bath N’ Buns Mobile Pet Grooming: The locally-owned pet grooming service announced it will offer complimentary bath services for cats and dogs affected by the fires.
Vetster: The veterinary telehealth platform Vetster said it will be offering free telehealth appointments to pets impacted by the fires. Pet owners can visit vetster.com/support to get a free appointment. Offer will be available for up to 500 pet owners until Jan. 23.
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AT&T: The telecommunications company announced it is offering wildfire areas unlimited data, talk and text through Feb. 6. Visit their official site for a list of valid zip codes.
Verizon: Verizon announced it will waive call, text and data charges for customers in hardest hit areas. The company also deployed free Wifi and charging stations at three wildfire shelters.
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California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara will host a pair of insurance workshops in Santa Monica and Pasadena over the following weeks to aid people in Los Angeles County in the rebuilding process. Lara will be joined by other CDI personnel for one-on-one consultations. Homeowners in need are encouraged to call 800-927-4357 to reserve an appointment with a consultant.
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FEMA: Homeowners affecting the ongoing Palisades, Eaton, Kenneth, or other SoCal wildfires are encouraged to apply for FEMA as soon as possible. Applications be submitted online, through the FEMA app, or by phone call at 800-621-362.
Small Business Admin: Low-interest federal disaster loans are available to SoCal businesses, homeowners, renters, and private non-profit organizations. Businesses can apply for loans of up to $2 million.
Homeowners can apply for up to $500,000 to repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate.
Homeowners and renters also are eligible for up to $100,000 to repair or replace damaged or destroyed personal property, including personal vehicles.
Applicants can apply online here, call 800-659-2955, or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov.
*Source: NBC4 Los Angeles.