Emergency Relief Fund Guidelines

The Eastside Arts Initiative (EAI) Emergency Relief Fund supports local working artists and arts workers impacted by the recent wildfires.

Funding Amount

Grants between $1,000 up to $5,000 will be provided based on need.

Acceptable Applicants

Must meet one of the following criteria to apply:

  • Working artist
  • Arts worker employed at a nonprofit arts organization in LA County
  • Arts worker employed at an arts institution in LA County

Requirements

  • Resident of Los Angeles County as of January 7, 2025
  • Livelihood from work in the arts
  • Immediate financial assistance needed
  • Working in an artistic field for one year or more
  • 18 years of age or older

Funding Priorities

  • Home Destroyed
  • Artmaking/Arts Teaching Space Destroyed
  • Displaced / Evacuated
  • Loss of Belongings and Basic Necessities
  • Loss of Art Equipment and/or Supplies

Emergency Grant Applications Timeline

  • Accepted February 27 to May 30, 2025 or until emergency funds are depleted.
  • Open-ended and evaluated for funding on first come, first serve basis.
  • Emergency grants awarded within 21-days of approval.

Virtual Informational Workshop

Register here and attend on any of these dates: March 6, 13, 20, 27, 12PM