How can we help?
From Montecito to LA:
How Can We Support You?
It’s been hard to focus on anything else this week as the devastation from the fires in Los Angeles continues to unfold. In a time filled with so much noise, we want to be thoughtful in our actions and intentional with our words. Like so many, we simply want to help in whatever ways we can. With two kids in the Montecito public school district and strong bonds between Santa Ynez, Ojai, and beyond, we’re reminded of how deeply connected our communities are—and how essential it is to show up for one another in times of need. If you’re heading to any of these areas for short- or long-term relocation, we may be able to assist with housing or other support.
As a community that has experienced fires and loss, we know how overwhelming and gut wrenching it can be.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out—about anything.
SANTA BARBARA + MONTECITO Resources
Project:Camp will be registering children displaced by the fires, Wednesday through Friday of this week at the Santa Barbara Zoo. Project:Camp provides free, trauma-informed pop-up day camps for children impacted by disaster.
The Montecito YMCA has limited preschool openings with first 2 weeks fully funded for displaced families. Ages 2.5-5 years.
Therapy in Santa Barbara: Free telehealth and crisis support. Message @therapyinsantabarbara on Instagram, call (805) 364-3182, or email.
Santa Barbara Midwifery and Birth Center: Free belly checks and postpartum care. Email sbmidwifery@gmail.com or schedule through website.
Santa Barbara Dance Arts: Free classes for displaced families. They also have Wi-Fi in their lobby if displaced families need a space to work while kiddos take advantage of the space, toys, and library. Located at 531 E. Cota Street, Santa Barbara. Call (805) 970-4422 or email info@sbdancearts.com. Website: https://sbdancearts.com/.
Sol Seek Yoga Studios: Free class for those who have been displaced by the fires. Message @solseekyogasb on Instagram or email hello@solseekyoga.com. Located at 25 E. De La Guerra Street, Santa Barbara. Website: https://www.solseekyoga.com/.
Camp Canine: Taking in animals displaced by the fires. Call (805) 962-4790. Website: https://campcaninesb.com/.
Palette & Pine: Local artist who is offering free portraits of pets LA fire survivors have lost. Message @palette.and.pine on Instagram. Website: https://paletteandpine.com/.
Godmothers Books: Pick up free children’s books from their community book drive the week of 1/13, Monday - Saturday 9 am - 5 pm and Sunday 10 am - 5 pm. Located at 2280 Lillie Ave. Summerland, CA. Phone: (805) 696-2340. Email: info@godmothers.com. Website: https://godmothers.com/.
Helena Avenue Bakery: Pick up items from their donation drive through 1/19. Open daily 7 am - 2:30 pm. Located at 131 Anacapa St., Suite C, Santa Barbara. Phone: (805) 880-3383. Website: https://www.helenaavenuebakery.com/.
Drybar Montecito: Pick up clothing from their clothing donation drive through 1/19. Located at 1046 Coast Village Rd., Montecito. Call (805) 770-1910. Website: https://www.drybarshops.com/.
SB South Coast Chamber: Additional Santa Barbara County resources.