Dear LA,

It’s been a brutal week (to say the least).

As a team of Angelenos who love this city from the bottom of our hearts, we share your fear, exhaustion, and grief, as we all know someone who has lost everything in the fires.

That said, we’ve been so inspired to see each and every member of our community step up to pitch in. Through donations, volunteering, fostering animals, and even resharing helpful content on social media, you all really DidLA in a big way, and are continuing to do so.

Remember that recovery will be long-term. Even if you haven’t found the right donation or volunteer opportunity yet, there will be many more in the coming weeks (and we’ll help you find them).

Everyone heals in different ways. While some of you might not be ready to go out yet, others might be craving a distraction. As a platform committed to showcasing our city’s vibrant events, we’ll keep doing what we do best, while still continuing to prioritize meaningful disaster recovery resources over the next couple of weeks.

Keep taking care of yourself and each other. We love you, LA.

— Brady Goodman-Williams, DoLA’s Content Manager (& the rest of the DoLA Team)

Our inbox is always open for more resources, volunteer opportunities, and donations. Hit us up at [email protected]

JUST ANNOUNCED

• Intuit Dome will host FireAid, a benefit concert on Thursday, January 30 dedicated to rebuilding communities devastated by wildfires and supporting efforts to prevent future fire disasters throughout Southern California. Performers and ticket information are still TBA.

• Angel City FC, the Angels, Chargers, Clippers, Dodgers, Ducks, Galaxy, Kings, LAFC, Lakers, Rams, and Sparks are coming together to distribute personal hygiene kits, school supplies, sneakers and more at BMO Stadium, Dodger Stadium, and SoFi Stadium this Friday, 1/17 from 10AM-2PM.

• LA’s Department of Parks & Recreation will host Care Camps to provide youth & teens ages 5-17 with a supportive space for fun & recreation through Friday, January 31. They need donation items too!

• The Weeknd canceled his Rose Bowl concert. Warner Music Group and Universal Music Group’s Grammy Week events have been canceled to redirect funds to assist those affected by wildfires. We’re continuing to update our list of events canceled and postponed due to the wildfires.

• As they say, the show must go on, so check out these fresh announcements from The New Alt, Eli & Fur, San Holo, Taemin, and more (when you’re ready).

WILDFIRE RELIEF RESOURCES FOR THE EVENTS INDUSTRY

Creatives are the backbone of Los Angeles.

We pulled together special grants, funds, and resources so that members of the music, film, television, and live events industries impacted by the fires can get the help they need:

• MusiCares - $1,500 grants and $500 grocery cards for music professionals

• Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation - For theatrical distributors

• Craft Emergency Relief Fund - $3,000 emergency relief grants for craft artists

• Black Music Action Coalition - Focus on Black musicians & business owners

• And more!

GOING FORWARD

LOCALS ONLY

• LA’s professional leagues and sports organizations partnered with Fanatics to launch an “LA Strong” collection of t-shirts and sweatshirts, with all proceeds benefiting the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation and the American Red Cross.

• Free N95 masks are available at all LA Public Library locations.

• Amber Health is partnering with MusiCares to offer weekly in-person and virtual support groups to process, connect, and heal. All music industry professionals and their family members are invited to join.

• We are continuously updating our Wildfire Resource Guide with volunteer opportunities, donation info, animal shelters, and more ways to get involved!

FEATURED

Thank you to all the LAFD and first responders fighting to keep us safe!