We appreciate the following communication from the Entertainment Community Fund which we are passing along to the membership. The Fund has shared their list of California Wildfire Resources which includes entertainment industry resources and disaster relief resources.
Our hearts are with everyone in Southern California during this unimaginable time. If you’re a part of the entertainment industry and have been impacted by the California Fires, the Fund is here to help through support, connection to resources and emergency financial assistance. Call us at 323-933-9244 or visit entertainmentcommunity.org/gethelp for more information.
Some Additional Resources
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Entertainment Community Fund
A National human services organization for entertainment and performing arts professionals. Services include social services and emergency financial assistance in times of unexpected critical need, health insurance, resource center, counseling and crisis support, and more.
Website: entertainmentcommunity.org/gethelp
Email: western@entertainmentcommunity.org
Phone: 323.330.2455
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SAG-AFTRA Foundation
The SAG-AFTRA Foundation Disaster Relief Fund is a program designed to provide urgent financial assistance to SAG-AFTRA members who have been affected by a natural disaster.
Natural Disaster Relief Fund
Website: sagaftra.foundation
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IATSE—Walsh/Di Tolla/Spivak Foundation (Disaster Relief)
Funds from the foundation can help pay for food, clothing, shelter and other necessities for IATSE members affected by natural disasters.
Additionally, Local 80 has opened their stage at 2520 West Olive Avenue, Burbank, CA 91505 as a relief shelter. If you are affected by the local fires, please call Local 80 (818.526.0700) for additional information.
Website: iatse.net/take-action/disasterresponse
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MPTF (Motion Picture & Television Fund)
MPTF (Motion Picture & Television Fund) offers a variety of services that can provide emotional and financial relief to industry members and their families during times of need. Services include counseling services, supportive services and community resources, and financial assistance.
Website: mptf.com
Phone: 323.634.3888 (under 65) / 323.634.3866 (over 65)
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NCAPER—National Coalition for Arts Preparedness
The Coalition helps ensure that artists, arts/cultural organizations, cultural funders and arts businesses have the capacity and ability to respond effectively to disasters and emergencies affecting the arts and culture sector. A national resource list of organizations that provide emergency financial assistance is available.
Website: ncaper.org/generalresources
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