LA County Household Relief Grant Disburses First Wave of Funding to Wildfire-Affected Households
LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) has begun disbursing funds through the LA County Household Relief Grant, a program designed to provide timely financial assistance to households that suffered the greatest impact by the Eaton and Palisades Fires.
To date, we have approved over $5.6 million in grants for households affected by the Eaton and Palisades Fires. This first wave of funding marks a key milestone in the County’s ongoing recovery efforts.
“We hope that these grants represent tangible steps that help families stabilize and begin their rebuilding journey after the devastation of the wildfires,” said DCBA Director Rafael Carbajal. “Our team, along with our partner, The Center by Lendistry, is working diligently to evaluate applications and expedite the distribution of funds to ensure that those most impacted by these fires receive the support they urgently need.”
The grant program received over 15,000 applications prior to closing on March 12, 2025. While initial grant awards have begun, applications continue to be expeditiously reviewed and grant awards will continue until funds raised are exhausted. Grants awarded range from $6,000 to $18,000 per household and can be used for any needs not covered by insurance or other forms of assistance.
With 60% of applicants affected by the Eaton Fire and 40% by the Palisades Fire, officials expect that most future grant awards will primarily support Eaton Fire survivors. “These grants mark a vital step in helping our communities heal and recover from the devastating wildfires,” said Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Kathryn Barger, who represents the Fifth District. “I’m glad that families in Altadena and the surrounding region are finally beginning to receive the critical support they need and deserve.”
Grants were prioritized based on criteria such as insurance status, social and economic vulnerability, loss of life, health conditions, and other risk factors, to ensure that those with the greatest need received support first.
“Seeing these grants reach families marks a powerful milestone in our recovery journey,” said Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath. “I’m proud that Los Angeles County is moving with urgency and compassion to help those most impacted by the wildfires. This is real relief, at a time when our communities need it most — and it’s a hopeful sign of the stronger, more resilient future we are building together.”
The Household Relief Grant was made possible through a combination of County resources and philanthropic contributions from individuals and organizations. Among the many contributors were the Hawthorne Police Officers Association, the Southern California Interclub Association of Figure Skating Clubs, to Troop 1213: Wrightwood Girl Scouts, reflecting the community’s strong support behind and commitment to this effort. The donation portal remains open, and contributions continue to shape the program’s capacity to serve wildfire-affected residents. Donations can be made directly to the LA County Relief Fund at lacounty.gov/relief/.
Applicants seeking an update on the status of their Household Relief Grant application are encouraged to log in to their existing account via www.lacountyrelieffund.com.
For additional resources and information on Fire Recovery please visit: recovery.lacounty.gov
Since 1975, the County of Los Angeles Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) has been the local consumer protection agency serving County consumers, tenants, homeowners, immigrants, and workers. DCBA provides a wide range of services that aim to foster a fair and dynamic marketplace and enhance the economic wellbeing of our communities. This includes investigating consumer fraud complaints, enforcing the County’s minimum wage, tenant and worker protections, and providing access to justice programs. More information can be found at dcba.lacounty.gov or by calling (800) 593-8222.
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