Financial assistance Available for Households Impacted by the Palisades Fires
Table of Contents
- 1. Financial assistance Available for Households Impacted by the Palisades Fires
- 2. Eligibility & Assistance
- 3. Additional Support through Relief Funds
- 4. Small Businesses/Nonprofits Fund
- 5. Workers Fund
- 6. How to Apply
- 7. taking Action After a Disaster
- 8. What is the deadline for the Small Businesses/Nonprofits Fund and the Workers Fund?
The Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) is set to launch the LA County Household Relief Grant program as a lifeline for individuals and families who suffered losses due to the recent Eaton and Palisades fires. This program aims to provide much-needed financial support to help fire victims recover and rebuild their lives.
Eligibility & Assistance
Opening on February 26, 2025, the grant application period will remain open until March 12, 2025. Eligible households can apply for up to $18,000 in financial assistance, with the amount determined by household size and composition. A total of $32.2 million will be distributed to wildfire survivors to help cover essential expenses like housing, living costs, and funeral expenses.
“Priority will be given to the most impacted households based on need, including insurance status, social and economic vulnerability, loss of life, health conditions, and other risk factors,” officials stated.
Additional Support through Relief Funds
Beyond the Household Relief Grant program,the Department of Economic Chance has established two fire relief funds offering direct cash assistance grants. Thes funds are available to both small businesses and individuals affected by the fires.
Small Businesses/Nonprofits Fund
This fund provides financial assistance to small businesses and nonprofit organizations that experienced damage to their structures, equipment, or inventory, and also those who saw a decline in revenue due to the fires.
Workers Fund
The workers fund offers financial support to employees who lost income or employment as a direct result of the disaster. This includes individuals who worked in the affected areas but reside elsewhere.
How to Apply
The application period for both of these relief funds ends on February 24,2025,at 5 p.m. Individuals and businesses seeking more details or wishing to apply for any of the available relief programs can visit laregionfund.lacounty.gov.
taking Action After a Disaster
The recent wildfires serve as a stark reminder of the importance of preparedness and the need for swift and thorough support for those affected by such disasters. By providing financial assistance and resources, these programs aim to ease the burden on individuals and families while they work to rebuild their lives.It’s crucial for communities to come together to support recovery efforts and demonstrate solidarity during challenging times.
What is the deadline for the Small Businesses/Nonprofits Fund and the Workers Fund?
Interview wiht Dr. Barbara Harper, Director of LA County DCBA
Welcome too Archyde News! Today, we have Dr. Barbara Harper, the dedicated Director of the Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA), with us to discuss the recently launched Household Relief grant program and other critical assistance initiatives for victims of the eaton and Palisades fires.
Archyde News (AN): Dr. Harper, thank you for taking the time to discuss these vital assistance programs with us today. To start, could you tell our readers more about the LA County Household Relief Grant program and how it aims to help fire victims?
dr. barbara Harper (BH): Thank you for having me. The LA County Household Relief Grant program is a lifeline we’ve created to support individuals and families who’ve suffered losses due to the recent Eaton and Palisades fires. We recognize that these tragic events have caused immense hardship, and our goal is to provide much-needed financial support to help victims recover and rebuild their lives.
AN: That’s commendable. How should potential applicants determine their eligibility, and what kind of financial assistance can they expect?
BH: The submission period opens on February 26 and remains open until March 12, 2025. Households can apply for up to $18,000 in financial assistance, with the exact amount resolute by the household size and composition. We encourage affected individuals to visit health conditions, and other risk factors. Our aim is to ensure that those with the most critical needs receive the assistance they deserve.
AN: Beyond the Household Relief Grant program, what additional support is available through the relief funds established by the Department of economic Chance?
BH: We have established two fire relief funds offering direct cash assistance grants.The Small Businesses/Nonprofits Fund provides financial assistance to small businesses and nonprofit organizations that experienced damage or a decline in revenue due to the fires. The Workers Fund, conversely, supports employees who lost income or employment as a direct result of the disaster, irrespective of their residence.
AN: given the urgency of the situation, what is the deadline for these relief funds, and how can interested parties apply?
BH: The application period for both funds ends on February 24, 2025, at 5 p.m. Interested individuals and businesses can find more details and apply through the same link I mentioned earlier:
