Los Angeles Wildfires - Care and Response

It is heartbreaking to witness the destruction caused by the wildfires in our city. Our hearts extend towards those who have been affected by this tragic disaster. We know many in our River community have friends and loved ones who have lost homes and livelihoods in these fires. As we continue to face the days ahead with strong winds and uncertainty around containment, we will continue to pray and support those in need, and those fighting to contain the fires.

Here are some ways we can step in to help our city. We will update below as we learn more the best and most appropriate ways to respond. 

Have you been affected by the LA Wildfires or know of an immediate need?

Please fill out the form to help us know your specific need or the need of your friends or family. We will be monitoring these requests and responding to them. 

Contact Us

Ways to Help

Support a Family

We have a list of families that need immediate attention and specific needs. These are families we know and care for. You may adopt one of those families to provide immediate relief or long term care. Please contact Brooke Andrews at brooke@riversouthbay.org. Or call her at 310-971-6611. She will assign you a family with what is needed and how to meet those needs. 

Host

If you have the capacity to host a family in need of lodging, we recommend you go through AirBnB by clicking here. AirBnB is offering temporary housing to those displaced by the wildfires.

Give Financially

Here are the organizations that have been front line responders in providing care and protection for the families in need. You can also go to their websites to see what donations are needed.

Pray

In moments of despair and helplessness, we cry out for God to move. Would you join us in praying through Psalm 46? You can pray on your own or join us for our 21 days of prayer at the River House. Here are three things to be praying for:
(1) Pray for those affected, and for those who trust in the Lord to
maintain a dependence and hope in Jesus.
(2) Pray for wisdom for the leaders who are helping to contain these
fires and respond to the needs.
(3) Pray for the weather to improve in order to slow or cease the
spread of the fires.