Now Open: LA Region Small Business and Worker Relief Funds
The LA County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) and LA City launched the LA Region Small Business and Worker Relief Funds to support businesses and workers impacted by wildfires.
- Small Business Relief Fund: Provides direct cash assistance grants ranging from $2,000 to $25,000 for businesses and nonprofits that experienced structural damage, inventory/equipment loss, or revenue loss. Open to businesses with annual revenue up to $6 million and fewer than 100 employees.
- Worker Relief Fund: Provides $2,000 in direct cash assistance grant to workers who lost employment or income due to the wildfires. Eligible applicants must have been employed or self-employed in LA County at the time of the disaster.
Applications for both funds are open through February 24. To help small businesses and workers through the application process, DEO will be hosting a series of workshops starting TODAY February 12 and February 13 in English and Spanish. To learn more and apply, visit laregionfund.lacounty.gov. Distribution of funds expected in mid-March 2025.
