California Strong
Dear French in Motion Members,
Our hearts are with all of you in Los Angeles as the devastating fires continue to affect the city.
We know this is a challenging and uncertain time for so many in our community.
Please know that French in Motion stands in solidarity with you, offering our full support.
If you or someone in our community needs assistance or resources, don’t hesitate to reach out to us, and in particular to your LA Chapter team.
Let’s come together to help one another through this crisis.
Stay safe, and take care of yourselves and your loved ones.
Warm regards,
Your French in Motion team
To assist you during this crisis, we’ve compiled a list of resources that may provide support:
FRENCH RESOURCES:
Consulate General of France in Los Angeles
Provides assistance with documentation, emergency services, and guidance.
o Address: 10390 Santa Monica Blvd, Suite 410, Los Angeles, CA 90025
o Email: info.los-angeles-fslt@diplomatie.gouv.fr
o Phone: +1 (310) 235-3200 (available between 2 PM and 4:30 PM)
o Emergency Line: +1 (310) 625-9713
o Website – page incendie: Consulate General of France in Los Angeles
France Diplomatie
Offers updates and guidance for French citizens abroad.
o Website: France Diplomatie - California wildfires (10 Jan. 2025)
LOCAL AND FEDERAL RESOURCES:
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
Provides disaster assistance for individuals and families, including financial aid for temporary housing and home repairs.
o Apply Online: DisasterAssistance.gov
o Phone: 1-800-621-3362
o Information: FEMA - Five Things to Know About FEMA.
California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES)
Coordinates state-level emergency response and recovery efforts.
o Website: Cal OES
o International Affairs Office Email: internationalaffairs@caloes.ca.gov
o Information: Cal OES - California’s partnership with federal government boosts state’s rapid response to Los Angeles fires.
Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation
Supports the LAFD by providing essential equipment, training, and public outreach programs.
o Website: LAFD Foundation
Los Angeles Regional Food Bank
Offers food assistance to those affected by the fires.
o Website: LA Food Bank
American Red Cross - Los Angeles Region
Provides emergency shelter, food, and support to those affected by disasters.
o Website: Red Cross LA
California Fire Foundation
Offers financial assistance to firefighters and families, as well as victims of fires.
o Website: California Fire Foundation
Baby2Baby
Provides essential items to children and families impacted by the fires.
o Website: Baby2Baby
Salvation Army - Emergency Disaster Services
Offers shelter, food, and support services to disaster survivors.
o Website: Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services
Jewish Free Loan Association
Provides emergency zero-interest loans to those affected by the fires.
o Website: Jewish Free Loan Association
SAG-AFTRA Foundation’s Disaster Relief Fund
Available to SAG-AFTRA members who have lost their homes due to the Los Angeles wildfires.
o Website: SAG-AFTRA Disaster Relief
WATERBEAR is also proposing a page extremely insightful:
https://waterbear.com/missions/cawildfires
We also would like to relay information from the French Consulate in French:
“ Le consulat général a mis en place une cellule de crise et est entièrement mobilisé pour suivre la situation et aider la communauté française. Nous actualisons régulièrement notre site internet (https://losangeles.consulfrance.org/vigilance-situation-des-incendies-dans-la-circonscription) et nos réseaux sociaux pour informer nos ressortissants de l’évolution de la situation et relayer les instructions des autorités locales, en complément des interventions que nous organisons avec différents médias.
Tous Français résidents ou de passage qui auraient besoin d’hébergement peuvent signaler leur situation en prenant contact avec le consulat général :
- par téléphone au +1 310 235 3200 durant les horaires ouvrés ou, en cas d’extrême urgence, au +1 310 625 9713;
- par courrier électronique à l’adresse suivante : info.los-angeles-fslt@diplomatie.gouv.fr “