By: Haley Bosselman By: Haley Bosselman | January 14, 2025 | Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Feature,
Intuit Dome will host a benefit concert in January.
Angelenos have already shown that there are countless ways to support wildfire relief. Since the fires began on Jan. 7, the city has come together to provide food, shelter and care for those affected by the ongoing wildfires across the county. Now, you can also dedicate your daily workout, happy hour meet-up and more to supporting wildfire relief efforts. Read on for fundraisers happening throughout Southern California.
Website/ 7601 Sunset Blvd 90046
Project Angel Food will host its benefit auction, Angel Art, at the international auction house Bonhams on Feb. 27 at 6 p.m. The evening will bring the art community together to support Angelenos whose lives have been devastated by the January 2025 wildfires. Featuring works from four artists who themselves have been displaced or lost their homes, the auction will include pieces by Ed Ruscha, John Baldessari, Robert Rauschenberg, Helen Frankenthaler, Richard Misrach, Peter Alexander, Jeff Koons, Louise Nevelson, Jim Dine, Herb Ritts, William Wegman, and Shepard Fairey, among others, as well as emerging artists Awol Erizku, Carmen Argote, Nao Bustamante, Todd Gray and more. Angel Art will begin with cocktails and bites at 6 p.m., and the live auction will start at 7 p.m.
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Now and through April 30, 100 percent of sales from Breakfast Republic's Pineapple Upside Down Pancakes will be donated to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. Be sure to stop by the Echo Park, Culver City or West Hollywood location.
Website/ 1012 Mission St 91030
This South Pasadena non-alcoholic bottle shop and market is supporting Eaton Fire recovery efforts through merchandise sales. Buy one of its Hangover Dodger caps online or in-store, and all proceeds will be donated.
Website/ 1211 4th St 90401
On Jan. 17, Drunk Theatre Company will host a wildfire relief benefit show at Santa Monica Playhouse. All proceeds will benefit charities supporting wildfire relief. Firefighters, first responders and anyone directly affected by the fires can sign up for free tickets. Tickets are available on Eventbrite.
Website/ 2525 Michigan Ave F4 90404
On Jan. 17 at 8 p.m., The Crow will present Fight The F*** On: A USC Roast Battle, featuring current and past USC Trojans and rising young comics. All proceeds will be donated to Altadena Girls, a charity working to restore normalcy for the teen victims of the Eaton Fire. Tickets are available through Jetbook.
Giada De Laurentiis— culinary personality and longtime Pacific Palisades resident—is giving back through her hand-picked Italian products brand. From Jan. 16 to 17, 100 percent of Giadzy profits will be donated to World Central Kitchen.
Website/ 333 S Boylston St 90017
On Jan. 29, The Bellwether will host LA Gives Back, and 100 percent of proceeds will benefit charities that support the community, firefighters and animals affected by the wildfires. The evening promises to feature a special lineup of artists and guests. More information to be announced soon.
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Sofar Sounds brings people together around the world through music and intimate experiences. In Los Angeles, it has shows on Jan. 17 in West Adams and Jan. 18 in Santa Monica that will benefit Rosenthal Winery, a Malibu institution that was destroyed by the Palisades Fire
Website/ 6200 Foxen Canyon Rd 93441
This family-owned winery will donate 100% of proceeds from sales of its 2021 Santa Barbara County Syrah and 2021 Bien Nacido Chardonnay through the end of January. You can make a purchase online or at a tasting room.
Website/ Miracle Mile, Los Angeles
Chef Thao Pham and Tiffany Tse are hosting a series of intimate dinner parties to raise funds for families affected by the fires and help build their lives from scratch. The first dinner, Galentine's for Good, will take place on Jan. 26 at 6:30 p.m. and will benefit Phert, Bryan and their 18-month-old Xavier, who lost everything in the Eaton Fire. The outdoor dinner will feature a three-course Vietnamese feast and sake pairing. Tickets are available on Tock.
Website/ 2210 Kettner Blvd 92101
In San Diego, the Puffer Malarkey Collective in partnership with Chef Works will host Pop-Up for LA at Herb & Wood on Jan. 20 from 1 to 5 p.m. The benefit will feature a feast of smash burgers, oysters, fries and more, with cocktails, beer and wine available for purchase. All proceeds will be donated to World Central Kitchen, and Chef Works will match the total donation amount up to $10K. Tickets are on OpenTable.
Website/ 734 N La Cienega Blvd CA 90069
At Koi Restaurant, you can order “Just A Little” shot for $5 to support wildfire relief. All of the proceeds will benefit those in need.
Website/ 3930 W Century Blvd 90303
On Jan. 30, a benefit concert will be held at Intuit Dome to raise funds dedicated to rebuilding communities devastated by wildfires and supporting efforts to prevent future fire disasters throughout Southern California. The evening is produced by Shelli and Irving Azoff and family in collaboration with Live Nation and AEG Presents. Performers are to be announced in the coming days, but you can sign up now to be notified about ticket sales, donations and more.
Website/ 15005 Ventura Blvd 91403
On Jan. 16 from 4 to 10 p.m., Graze It Social Club will pop up at Buvette Wine Bar in Sherman Oaks to support the victims of the Los Angeles fires. Buvette will handle the wine and cocktails, Graze It Social Club will spearhead the small bites. Stop in to nourish your palate while supporting the community. Ten percent of profits will be donated.
Website/ 1751 Berkley St 90404
The Santa Monica pilates studio will host a fundraiser class on Jan. 18 at O Positiv. You can sign up for a 9 or 10 a.m. session.
Website/ 11301 Camarillo St 91602
This heated indoor cycling studio will host two charity rides in benefit of the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation. Sign up for a 60-minute ride on Jan. 17 at 6:30 p.m. or Jan. 18 at noon (minimum donation $60). Additionally, Sweat Cycle is offering free rides to first responders and anyone who lost their home to the L.A. fires. Redeem by emailing [email protected].
See also: How To Help With Los Angeles Fire Relief
Photography by: Iwan Baan