Since January 2024, devastating wildfires have impacted the Greater Los Angeles area, causing over 20 deaths and widespread property damage. Multiple music industry organizations are offering relief to affected workers. Here's a comprehensive list of available resources:

Photo Credit: CAL FIRE

Major Relief Programs:

ASCAP

• $1 million pledge for displaced songwriter members
• One-time $1,500 stipends
• First come, first served basis
• Must be member in good standing

BeyGOOD

• $2.5 million LA Fire Relief Fund
• Focus on Altadena/Pasadena area families
• Supports home loss victims and community centers

Crew Nation / Live Nation

• $1 million commitment
• Assists performing musicians and live music crew
• Additional support through Taking Care of Our Own program

MusiCares

• $1,500 financial assistance
• $500 grocery card
• Requires 5 years employment or 6 commercial recordings
• $1 million initial fund with Recording Academy

Additional Support Organizations:

• Backline: Mental health resources and case management
• Cooler Master: Computer equipment replacement assistance
• Entertainment Community Fund: Emergency financial aid
• Guitar Center Music Foundation: Instrument replacement grants
• Metallica's All Within My Hands: $500,000 to recovery funds
• NAMM Foundation: $50,000 pledge with ongoing donations
• SONA Foundation: Aid for LA-based songwriters/composers
• Sweet Relief Musicians Fund: Equipment and medical assistance
• We Are Moving the Needle: Support for producers and engineers

Corporate Donations:

• Disney: $15 million
• Amazon: $10 million
• Netflix: $10 million
• Warner Bros. Discovery: $15 million
• YouTube/Google: $15 million
• Meta: $4 million
• Sony: $5 million
• Snap: $5 million
• Paramount Global: $1 million
• Fox Corp: $1 million

For immediate assistance and evacuation updates, visit Los Angeles County's emergency website.

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