Helping Black Families Rebuild After the LA Fires

Our Commitment to Black Families Displaced by the Devastating Wildfires in Los AngeleS

Two women, one younger and one older, comfort each other on a street as smoke rises in the background from a nearby fire.
A house fire with flames and smoke engulfing the roof and windows while a person watches nearby.

The recent wildfires in Los Angeles have displaced thousands of families, including many Black families in the historic community of Altadena. Once a rare haven for Black homeownership during the Civil Rights era, Altadena now faces the risk of losing its rich cultural legacy due to this disaster. At Black Girls Mental Health Foundation (BGMHF), we are dedicated to providing critical support to these families—helping them rebuild and heal during this difficult time.

Our Efforts

We are working tirelessly to support Black families affected by the wildfires by:

  • Offering Free Therapy Services: We are offering free short-term crisis management therapy sessions to anyone who has experienced loss during the fires. Crisis management focuses on providing immediate emotional support and coping strategies during this difficult time. For those with insurance, we will waive all co-pays to remove financial barriers. Additionally, if ongoing care is needed, our team is committed to working with you long-term to support your healing journey. Request therapy here. 

  • Delivering Essential Supplies: We are collecting donations and delivering essential items such as:

    • Diapers

    • Baby wipes

    • Clothing (all sizes)

    • Gift cards (grocery stores, Amazon, Target)

    • Bottles, formula, and personal care products

  • Providing Personalized Support:
    We’re directly reaching out to affected families to understand their unique needs, offering assistance in scheduling therapy sessions, delivering supplies, and connecting them to additional resources.

Top left: a room filled with boxes of diapers, wipes, and baby clothing. Top right: a shopping cart with packs of baby wipes and some household items. Bottom left and right: two women loading large boxes of Huggies diapers into the trunks of cars in a parking lot at night.

Special Focus on Altadena

Altadena has long been a symbol of Black generational progress, with a homeownership rate of over 81% among Black families—double the national average. The fires have put this hard-earned progress at risk, with many families now struggling to recover without the resources to rebuild. By focusing our efforts on Altadena, we aim to preserve this historic community and support families in staying rooted in their homes.

A landscape showing a sunset with the sun near the horizon, illuminating smoke and fire in the distance. The foreground contains destroyed debris, twisted metal, burnt trees, and a damaged vehicle, indicating a recent wildfire.

How You Can Help

You can make a difference by supporting our relief efforts. Here’s how:

  1. Donate Supplies: Send supplies such as diapers, wipes, clothes, and gift cards via same-day delivery or Amazon to:
    PO Box # 52952
    15642 Sand Canyon Ave, Irvine, CA 92619

  2. Make a Financial Contribution: Your donation will help us provide therapy services and direct aid to families in need. Donate Now

Spread the Word: Share this page with your network to help us reach more families and secure additional support.

Need Help?

If your family has been affected by the fires and needs assistance, please fill out our Support Request Form or contact us directly at admin@blackgirlsmhc.org. We are here to help.

Together, we can bring hope, healing, and practical support to Black families in Los Angeles. Your generosity will make a real difference in helping families rebuild their lives.