How to help California firefighters, wildfire victims

Multiple massive wildfires in California have burned thousands of acres in the state and forced thousands of residents to evacuate. The Camp Fire, located north of Sacramento, burned down the town of Paradise, and officials estimate at least 42 people have been killed. The Woolsey Fire burned coastal areas west of Los Angeles such as Malibu and killed at least two people. 

As states across the U.S. send firefighters to California to assist in containing the fires, other organizations are also seeking donations to help victims and first responders.

Here is a list of resources to donate funds to: 

The Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation is taking donations to equip firefighters with the new tools and equipment. 

Direct Relief, a humanitarian organization, is providing first responders with medicine, masks and other equipment such as oxygen concentrators. 

GoFundMe rounded up various crowdfunding campaigns on its site for wildfire victims and an option to donate to a direct relief fund. 

The United Way of Northern California set up a donation page for victims of the Camp Fire. Donations can also be made by texting CAMPFIRE to 91999. 

The United Way of Greater Los Angeles also has a donation page for fire victims in the Southern California area. Donations to Ventura County can be made by texting UWVC to 41444 or visiting the United Way of Ventura County's page. 

The American Red Cross has volunteers assisting victims at evacuation centers in California. Donations can be made by texting CAWILDFIRES to 90999 to make a $10 donation, calling 1-800-RedCross or visiting their website. 

The Malibu Foundation is seeking donations to help the Malibu area rebuild after the Woolsey Fire. 

The Salvation Army is providing relief and recovery assistance for victims in both wildfire areas. Donate to Northern California fire recovery here and Southern California relief efforts here. 

The International Association of Fire Fighters Foundation, which provides assistance to firefighters in need, is also accepting donations to its direct relief fund.