The County and City of Los Angeles have launched a grant fund for direct financial support to businesses impacted by the Windstorm and Wildfires of January 2025
These funds are intended for immediate relief today while the County and City of Los Angeles, along with federal, state, local, and community partners, plan for the long-term economic recovery and resiliency of those impacted.
Grant Awards
Grant amounts are subject to change depending on demand and funds donated. Grants amounts are based on the following factors:
Brick-and-Mortar Businesses/Nonprofits:
Brick-and-mortar businesses/nonprofits shall include any licensed and permitted business operating from a commercial space. It shall not include co-working spaces that are temporary in nature. Grantees will receive cash assistance grants in the following amounts:
$25,000: Fully destroyed locations. These businesses will receive 1st consideration before any other business that incurred other types of impact is considered.
$20,000: Partially destroyed locations.
$15,000: Loss of revenue only.
Home-Based Businesses/Independent Contractors/Nonprofits:
Home-based businesses/nonprofits shall include any licensed and permitted business/nonprofit operating from a home. Independent contractors shall include any licensed and permitted contractor operating in the impacted areas. Grantees will receive cash assistance grants in the following amounts:
$5,000: Loss of revenue and business equipment/inventory. These businesses will receive 1st consideration before any other business that incurred other types of impact is considered.
$2,000: Loss of revenue only.
Get help applying for disaster relief funds for your small business.
The LA Regional Small Business Development Center Network can assist you with your small business relief fund applications. We can also help you one-on-one to figure out your next steps, whether in person or over the phone: (866) 588-7232.
