The wildfires in California have impacted thousands, decimating homes, buildings and conditions for wildlife. There have been numerous images of animals fleeing, giraffes and horses running on the beach, wild rabbits huddled on street corners, and of course people in tears wondering what will happen to them.

Over 20,000 residents have evacuated their homes, while the Camp Fire in Butte County has incinerated 105,000 acres, as reported by The Washington Post, and is still only 20 percent contained as of Saturday, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. According to Cal Fire, 23 people have died, and 6,434 homes have been destroyed along with 260 buildings.

Southern California, too, has experienced severe damage with the Woolsey Fire in Ventura County burning 83,275 acres, and destroying 177 structures with 15,000 threatened. Two people have died. Also in the area is the Hill Fire, which has torn through 4,531 acres and is 65 percent contained. “This event was the worst-case scenario,” Butte County Sheriff Kory L. Honea told The Washington Post. “It’s the event that we have feared for a long time.”

Most important though are our first responders who are risking their lives, sleeping on site who are exhausted and hungry in areas without power, water, or cell service, yet are still working around the clock to put these fires out.

And yet, the fires continue to spread with winds picking up again today. Here’s how you can  help:

Donations and Supplies

Los Angeles Fire Department: The LA Fire Department Foundation requested donations for hydration backpacks and other supplies. Click here to make a donation to the foundation.

United Way of Greater Los Angeles: The non-profit organization has partnered with United Way of Ventura County to collect donations for its Disaster Relief Fund to help victims impacted by the fires. Text “UWVC to 41444” or click here to donate.

American Red Cross: The American Red Cross is assisting residents in northern and southern California to help find shelter. To make a donation visit the redcross.org, call 1-800-RED or text the word REDCROSS to 90999.

California Volunteers: The state office manages volunteer programs in California. The organization has created a list of services and donation options to help the victims by all three fires. Here’s the list to find more information about where to donate and volunteer to help.

Animal Relief

Salvation Army Ventura Corps Wildfire Relief Fund: The organization is working to provide food, shelter, and other personal necessities to victims and first responders in impacted areas. They’re also accepting cash donations to support wildlife relief efforts. Donate here.

CCF Wildfire Relief Fund: The organization helps provide long-term recovery efforts to those impacted by California wildfires. The relief fund has also created local initiatives to help those affected by the fires. Click here to learn more.

The Humane Society of Ventura County: Opening their doors for those who have evacuated and need shelter for dogs, cats, horses or other domesticated animals, they’re in need of supplies including 40-gallon horse water troughs and horse electrolytes in powder form. Donations can be dropped off at the shelter at 402 Bryant St. in Ojai or you can make cash donations on HSVC’s website. They’re also accepted trained volunteers to help with evacuated animals. You can apply here.

Adopt a pet. The L.A. County Department of Animal Care and Control is asking people to go to their nearest animal care center and adopt during this emergency. They note that their Agoura Animal Care Center was evacuated Friday morning, but other centers remain open.

Los Angeles County Animal Care Foundation: Donate to the County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control who has opened multiple shelter sites to take in animals displaced by the fires. Make a cash donation to the Los Angeles County Animal Care Foundation’s Noah’s Legacy Fund to help fund food, shelter and medical care for dogs, cats, horses and other domesticated animals.

North Valley Animal Disaster Group: This organization is rescuing lost animals to connect them with their owners. Trained volunteers are working with Cal Fire to venture beyond fire lines to execute rescue operations for animals. They helped create a temporary shelter at the Chico Municipal Airport where more than 800 animals are being housed. They’re accepting cash donations and processing a small number of volunteers to work at the shelters through Caring Choices in Chico.

Caring Choices has volunteers caring for displaced animals and offering medical care. Learn more.

Butte Humane Society is accepting wet and dry pet food, litter boxes, kennels, crates, leashes, toys and more at 2580 Fair St. in Chico or through an Amazon wish list. The food and supply pantry is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily for Camp Fire evacuees. Donate here.

North Valley Animal Disaster Group is providing emergency animal sheltering and evacuating animals from fire areas, when safe to do so. Donate here.

VCA Animal Hospitals is offering free boarding for displaced pets, as availability permits. Donate here.

Golden Gate Veterinary Compounding Pharmacy is offering a 30 day supply of free pet medication for those affected by the wildfires. 888-855-6337.

Oroville Hope Center is collecting pet food and litter for victims of the fire at 1950 Kitrick Ave. A in Oroville. Donate here.

Caring Choices: This emergency volunteer center at 1398 Ridgewood Ave., Chico, is looking for help at pet-friendly shelters. Call ‪530-899-3873‬ for more information.

The Chico Peace and Justice Center: This organization is in need of food, blankets, water and clothing. Learn more here.

Massive clouds of smoke immerse Malibu. (Courtesy of @carlyjeanbrannon)

Open Your Homes For Victims

Airbnb: If you have some extra space, you can make your home available on Airbnb for those who have had to flee. Sign up your home here.

Rogue Habits Fundraiser

We’re donating 25% of all sales in the Rogue Habits shop through Tuesday to fire relief. We’re also partnering with several amazing makers where 100% of sales will be donated.

*If anyone has any suggestions to add to the list, please comment below or send them to jen@roguehabits.com.

Feature photo by @kellansworld.

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