Relief Now
MamaMama is committed to supporting pregnant and postpartum families throughout this challenging time. The devastation caused by the wildfires has left many families without homes, essential items, and stability. Our Wildfire Relief Fund: Support for Pregnant & Postpartum Families is providing cash aid for pregnant and postpartum families directly impacted by the fires.
We hope to provide multiple rounds of cash aid as funds are available, every 90 days. Below are the important dates to note for the first round of direct cash aid. We will continue to update this information so please check back.
Round 1 Direct Cash Aid for Pregnant & Postpartum Families:
Thursday, January 30th – Applications Open
February 8th – Applications Close
Friday, February 14th – Funding Announcement
ELIGIBILITY for cash aid applicants:
- Must be currently pregnant and/or in the first year postpartum;
Must be a current resident of Los Angeles County as of January 7, 2025; - Must be 18 years or older;
- Must be affected by the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires in terms of loss, severe damage, or lack of access to one’s home, workplace, or school;
- Must submit only one complete application per household.
To receive cash aid from Mama2Mama, applicants must have access to a smart phone or email. Disbursements of funds are made electronically.
Please note that this is the first of two planned disbursements, with the next round of funding set for three months from now, pending additional donations.
Together, we will recover, rebuild and strengthen our community.
Once you receive a confirmation email, you must upload one form of documentation showing your full name and address of impacted home, workplace, or school as of January 7, 2025.
Examples accepted:
- Most recent utility bill
- Current driver’s license or State-issued identification card
- Current rental or lease agreement (entered into on or before 01/07/25)
- Current bank or mortgage statement
- Current health insurance statement or medical bill
- Current statement of government benefits, such as SSI, SSDI, SNAP, etc.
- Current home or renters insurance policy, or other similar materials
- Current paystub or proof of employment for workplace loss
- Current enrollment contract or invoice from preschool/childcare provider for school/childcare loss
Mama2Mama is committed to protecting your privacy. All personal information and documents submitted for the Wildfire Relief Fund will be used only to verify eligibility and administer cash aid. We will not share your information with outside organizations, government agencies, or third-party partners without your explicit consent, except as required by law.
Review our FAQs for common questions about the relief fund.
