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Governor Newsom announces record-breaking $76 million to safeguard local faith communities and nonprofits
Safeguarding Californians from hate-motivated incidents that have surged nationally, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced $76 million in grants, made in partnership with the state Legislature, to 347 community groups across the state to protect nonprofits and houses...
Protect Your FEMA Assistance Eligibility and Apply Now
(Please scroll below for Spanish translation // Desplácese hacia abajo para ver la traducción en Español.) LOS ANGELES – If your home or personal property was damaged by the Los Angeles County wildfires or straight-line winds between Jan. 7 – Jan. 31, 2025, you may be...
LA fires cleanup on-track as fastest major cleanup in American history continues with new milestones
(April 15, 2025, is the new deadline to apply for the government-run debris removal program. For more information, visit: https://wp.me/pd8T7h-11Gd) 10 days left to apply for assistance and no-cost debris removal for Los Angeles fire survivors LOS ANGELES – The...
Los Angeles County — Those Affected in Any Way by the 2025 Fires and High Winds Can Apply for FEMA and SBA Assistance
If you experienced any impact from the Los Angeles County wildfires or high winds between January 7 and January 31, 2025, you may be eligible for assistance from FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). With the March 31, 2025, application deadline...
Myths vs. Facts: FEMA Disaster Assistance
During disasters, myths about FEMA can spread, which ultimately can discourage survivors from accessing the assistance they may need. The best way to correct misinformation is to get the truth out about FEMA’s role in disaster assistance. Below, we address myths to...