In the wake of LA wildfires: Standing together for relief and climate action

Our hearts go out to the communities affected by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. Families have been displaced, homes and livelihoods lost, and ecosystems disrupted. We stand in solidarity with those impacted, as well as the courageous first responders risking their lives to protect others.

This is a crucial time for immediate support. Below, you’ll find a list of organizations providing relief, shared by Alexander Landau, Agendi Consultant based in Los Angeles. This is also a pivotal opportunity to intensify our commitment to climate action.

• Mutual Aid LA Network: https://www.mutualaidlanetwork.org
• World Central Kitchen: https://wck.org
• Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation: https://lafdfoundation.org
• Pasadena Humane: https://www.pasadenahumane.org
• Westside Food Bank: https://westsidefoodbank.org
• Save the Children US: https://www.savethechildren.org
• American Red Cross: https://www.redcross.org
• YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles: https://ymcala.org
• The Salvation Army Southern California: https://www.salvationarmy-socal.org
• Los Angeles Regional Food Bank: https://www.lafoodbank.org

These wildfires serve as a(nother) stark reminder of the escalating consequences of climate change. Rising temperatures, prolonged droughts, and extreme weather conditions are amplifying natural disasters, creating an urgent, undeniable need for systemic change. As human-driven demand for action intensifies, coupled with mounting development pressures, the imperative for proactive adaptation strategies has never been more urgent.

As sustainability professionals, we see this moment as a call to action—an opportunity to address the intersection of climate resilience, environmental justice, and collective responsibility. These events highlight the critical need to not only prepare for but actively mitigate future risks in collaboration with government and businesses.

At Agendi, we remain committed to driving sustainable solutions and empowering communities to build resilience against climate risks. We hope you will join us on this journey to make a difference— for Los Angeles and beyond.