The recent wildfires in Los Angeles have devastated our community, leaving many families displaced and in need of urgent assistance. As a community of artists and music lovers, Musicians Institute believes in the power of compassion and the importance of supporting those in need.
These organizations are providing essential aid such as food, shelter, and medical care to those affected by the fires. We encourage you to consider making a donation, volunteering your time, or donating essential supplies like clothing, toiletries, and non-perishable food items.
We are committed to helping our neighbors during this difficult time. To that end, if you want to be involved, here are some links for several reputable organizations actively involved in wildfire relief efforts:
How to Help The Music Community
This editable spreadsheet shared by Music Forward Foundation lists music and live entertainment industry professionals impacted by the fires, along with support links and immediate requests where applicable. This is a great resource to start if you’re looking to donate to individual GoFundMe’s. CLICK HERE

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MusiCares LA Fire Relief
https://donor.musicares.org/page/lafirerelief
We Are Moving the Needle Microgrants Wildfire Relief Fund
https://www.wearemovingtheneedle.org/firefundapp2025
Guitar Center Music Foundation
https://guitarcenterfoundation.org/fires/
Sweet Relief Musicians Fund
https://www.sweetrelief.org/naturaldisasterfund
Entertainment Community Fund
https://entertainmentcommunity.org/CAFires
California Community Foundation
https://www.calfund.org/funds/wildfire-recovery-fund/
NAMM Wildfires Relief Fund
https://donate.nammfoundation.org/give/655087/#!/donation/checkout
Backline
https://backline.care/case-management
Additional Community Resources:
Read below for links on more general Los Angeles organizations accepting donations to support fire victims.
Pasadena Community Foundation
LA Fire Department Foundation
https://supportlafd.kindful.com/?campaign=1040812
World Central Kitchen
https://wck.org/relief/california-fires-jan25
Inclusive Action for the City
https://www.gofundme.com/…/cash-aid-for-outdoor-workers…
Grief & Hope Fund, Contemporary Art League
https://www.gofundme.com/…/help-rebuild-the-lives-of…
Pasadena Humane Society
https://pasadenahumane.org/eaton-canyon-fire-update/
Los Angeles Regional Food Bank
https://www.lafoodbank.org/fire/?refreshC
Even the smallest contribution can make a significant difference in the lives of those impacted by this tragedy.