Partner Rescue Funding Principles.
In collaboration with trusted advisors and rescue leaders, we identified partner organizations through direct operational involvement and referrals during the wildfire response.
To ensure responsible stewardship, all recipient organizations were evaluated using the following guiding principles. Each organization met multiple criteria:
• Played a direct and meaningful role in wildfire response or recovery efforts.
• Are IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) organizations in good standing with state and federal regulators.
• Demonstrate financial transparency and operational stability.
• Are under-resourced relative to the scope of their role and impact during the crisis.
• Align with Canine Rescue Club’s values of animal welfare, community support, dignity, recovery, and long-term resilience.
Funding amounts were determined proportionally based on organizational size, level of fire involvement, and demonstrated capacity to immediately convert resources into impact.
We account for both high impact and under resourced rescues.
Provided free emergency pet supplies, food, blankets, crates, and comfort items to shelters, rescues, wildlife sanctuaries, foster families, and displaced pet owners throughout Southern California wildfire events. For the last decade OBOL have been to every crisis they can providing essential aid
EIN: 80-0238786
Provided first-responder animal rescue services including field triage, oxygen therapy, emergency transport, and veterinary coordination in active fire and smoke zones.
EIN: 14-1948462
LA County Animal Care Foundation
Fundraising arm supporting Los Angeles County Animal Care & Control. Provided support for animal evacuations, emergency sheltering, food, veterinary care, and equipment through the Noah’s Legacy Fund.
EIN: 95-3909782
Sense of Home
During the Los Angeles fires, A Sense of Home helped individuals and families transitioning out of temporary shelter by providing fully furnished homes as they moved into permanent or semi-permanent housing. Their work ensured that those displaced by the disaster could begin rebuilding their lives in safe, stable environments with essential household items already in place.
A Sense of Home specializes in creating complete home environments for people emerging from crisis, including youth aging out of foster care and families rebuilding after disasters. Through coordinated volunteers and community support, they transform empty spaces into welcoming homes that provide dignity, comfort, and stability during times of major transition.
EIN: 95-3880183
National Disaster Search Dog Foundation
During the Palisades and Eaton fires, the National Disaster Search Dog Foundation deployed trained K9 search-and-rescue teams to assist first responders in locating survivors and supporting human remains detection efforts in affected areas. These highly skilled teams play a critical role in disaster response, helping emergency crews navigate complex and dangerous environments during large-scale emergencies.
In addition to deploying teams during disasters, the organization rescues dogs and trains them for careers in search and rescue, partnering them with firefighters and first responders across the country.
EIN: 77-0412509
CORE (Community Organized Relief Effort)
CORE played a direct role in wildfire relief efforts across Los Angeles County, including Altadena, Pasadena, and Pacific Palisades. Their response included emergency services, supply distribution, cash assistance for impacted households, debris cleanup coordination, and support for displaced residents during the early recovery phase.
CORE specializes in rapid disaster response and works alongside local governments and community organizations to support communities through the immediate aftermath of major events.
EIN: 27-1703237
Caravita Foundation
Caravita Foundation addresses the root cause of animal overpopulation and shelter overcrowding by providing accessible spay and neuter services in underserved, high-intake regions. While not a frontline wildfire response organization, Caravita’s work directly reduces the number of animals vulnerable to displacement, abandonment, and euthanasia during disasters.
In disaster-prone regions like Southern California, preventative veterinary care is widely recognized as one of the most effective long-term strategies for reducing animal welfare crises during emergencies such as fires.
EIN:99-1585525
Big Dog Energy (BDE)
Mobilized during the January 2025 wildfire response to support displaced dogs across the West Los Angeles community. Big Dog Energy coordinated rescue transfers to in-state and out-of-state partners, facilitated temporary foster placements with medical and training support, distributed emergency supplies, and led targeted fundraising efforts for fire-affected dogs connected to West LA and the West LA Animal Shelter.
In collaboration with Canine Rescue Club and other partners, their work helped expand rescue pathways and create critical shelter capacity during peak displacement
EIN: 33-1778556
Pups Without Borders
Provided sustained direct support to families affected by the fires by assembling and distributing customized care packages, facilitating temporary foster placements, offering veterinary assistance, and relieving pressure on local shelters during peak overcrowding.
Their efforts helped keep pets safe and families together during an uncertain time. Working alongside Canine Rescue Club and fellow rescue partners, they played an important role in stabilizing the community response.
EIN: 85-4373524
MaeDay Rescue
Mobilized immediately in the aftermath of the fires, rescuing animals from impacted homes, stabilizing displaced pets through temporary housing and extended boarding support, and guiding families through compassionate rehoming when necessary.
MaeDay also rehabilitated injured animals and secured safe, permanent placements. In coordination with Canine Rescue Club and other partners, their work strengthened the broader wildfire response effort.
EIN: 46-3049751
Dogs Playing for Life (DPFL)
Forever our heroes and one of the most critical groups in rescue work. DPFL maintained critical enrichment and playgroup programming for dogs housed at Los Angeles Animal Services during the wildfire crisis, preserving behavioral health and adoptability despite extreme shelter strain.
DPFL also conducted evaluations to support rescue and foster placements, easing overcrowding and freeing resources for emergency programming. In collaboration with Canine Rescue Club and local partners, their work helped reinforce the city’s animal welfare response during a period of extraordinary demand.
EIN: 46-5559418
Ace of Hearts Dog Rescue
Following the destruction of their Los Angeles offices in the Palisades Fire, Ace of Hearts Dog Rescue rapidly stabilized operations through their foster-based model, ensuring no dogs were harmed despite significant material losses.
The organization resumed adoption events within days and continued supporting displaced and injured dogs throughout the wildfire response and recovery period.
EIN: 95-4863739
Sandy Dog Rescue
During the 2025 Palisades Fire, Sandy Dog Rescue continued operating while supporting fosters, volunteers, and adopters in affected and evacuation areas. The team checked in with households, provided essential supplies when needed, and ensured all dogs in their care remained safe and supported.
Despite the challenges of operating within the impacted region, Sandy Dog Rescue continued pulling dogs from local shelters and coordinating foster placements and veterinary care. Their steady leadership during the crisis reflects the dedication of true local heroes and a rising force in the rescue community.
EIN: 93-3216045