California Wildfire Assistance Grants

As wildfires impact communities across southern California in 2025, Everence® is offering $75,000 in funding for California Wildfire Assistance Grants, to support Everence-affiliated churches as they provide crucial aid to their members and communities. Whether for emergency relief or long-term recovery, these grants can help churches make a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected.
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walking with neighbors in need

Grant information

California Wildfire Assistance Grants of up to $3,000 are available to churches in and near Los Angeles County to provide relief and support to their members and those in need within the community.
Community members donating and serving food

Eligibility requirements

To qualify, churches must meet the following criteria:

Grant funds can be used for1:

  • Emergency housing, temporary shelter or rental assistance).
  • Food, clothing, and essential supplies.
  • Mental health and counseling services.
  • Transportation, home repairs or other recovery-related needs
The California Wildfire Assistance Grant initiative has limited funding, so congregations are encouraged to apply as soon as they identify their needs. No matching funds are required from churches2. To ensure consideration, please submit your application by April 30, 2025.

Start your application

To apply for a California Wildfire Assistance Grant, please download and complete the application below.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and you will be notified of your status within one week of submission3.

How to submit your application

Once your application is complete, submit it via one of the following methods:

  • Email: sharingfund@everence.com
  • Fax: (574) 537-6639
  • Mail: Everence, Attn: California Wildfire Assistance Grant, P.O .Box 483, Goshen, IN 46527

Deadline: Applications are due by April 30, 2025.

As an organization founded on Anabaptist principles of community, generosity and stewardship, we are called to walk alongside our neighbors, especially in times of hardship.

Ken Hochstetler, President and CEO Ken Hochstetler Everence President and CEO
Expand your impact with the Sharing Fund

Additional support options

Churches in the Everence Stewardship Partners program can also apply for Sharing Fund2 grants to assist attendees and community members. Each year, the Sharing Fund provides matching grants that help thousands of families meet essential needs.

Together with the California Wildfire Assistance Grants, these funds reflect the Everence commitment to living out our values and supporting communities through charitable giving, grant-making, and financial support.

DisclosureS

1 Grants may not be used for church property repairs or operating expenses.
2 Everence California Wildfire Assistance Grants are separate from and does not impact annual Sharing Fund grants.
3 Due to Internal Revenue Service regulations, grant checks will be made payable to the church.