DISASTER RELIEF GRANT PROGRAMS

We are committed to supporting those affected by the recent wildfires in California. At this time we offer the following grant programs to provide critical assistance:

• REALTOR® Member Grant Program – Provides up to $10,000 in assistance for California REALTOR® members and their staff who have suffered losses due to the wildfires.

If you or someone you know has been affected, check below to learn more and apply.
 

COMMUNITY GRANT PROGRAM

Thank you for your overwhelming response to the Community Grant Program. This initiative was created to support individuals and families impacted by the recent Los Angeles wildfires, and we are deeply moved by the stories and resilience of those who have applied. In just one week, we received over 1,200 applications—far exceeding our available funding. With a total of $1 million allocated for this program, we have now reached full capacity and are no longer accepting new applications.

We recognize the immense challenges faced by those affected, and while we wish we could provide assistance to everyone in need, our resources are limited. If additional funding becomes available or if we are able to launch another relief program, we will share updates on this webpage.  

 
REALTOR® MEMBER GRANT PROGRAM

We have been helping the REALTOR® family recover from natural disasters for more than 20 years. The C.A.R. Disaster Relief Fund was established in the wake of the devastating 2003 California wildfires, thanks to generous contributions from the California Association of REALTORS®, state and local REALTOR® associations and other contributors, and provides grants for REALTORS®, employees of REALTORS® and association staff.

To our neighbors who have experienced loss due to the recent wildfires, or suffered from a recent natural disaster, we are here to support you. You may be eligible for a grant from the C.A.R. Disaster Relief Fund.

How to Apply:

• Complete the online application using the link below.

• Submit required documentation to verify wildfire-related displacement or damage.

• Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Deadline to apply is June 30, 2025.

 
HOW YOU CAN HELP

Please help us continue our efforts by making a tax-deductible contribution to the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS'® Disaster Relief Fund.

To make a tax-deductible donation by check, please make payable to the California Community Foundation and write "C.A.R. Disaster Relief Fund" on the "memo" line. Send checks to the California Community Foundation, 221 S. Figueroa St., Suite 400, Los Angeles, CA 90012.

 
CALIFORNIA DISASTER RESOURCES

Resources and other useful information for those affected by California disasters, including current details about California fires, assistance center locations; what to do after a fire; information on insurance-related issues and legal advice; applying for financial assistance; and disaster preparedness resources. Learn more
 

 
FIRE INSURANCE ONE SHEETS

With nearly 500,000 California homes worth a combined $268 billion under serious risk from wildfires, and the issue growing more acute with each passing year, insurance companies are ramping up prices or outright refusing to renew policies in fire-prone areas. Use these materials to keep your customers informed about how to protect their homes, keep their insurance coverage and find new coverage when necessary. 

 
THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS DONORS

To date, we have raised over $2.7 million due to the tremendous generosity of our REALTOR® family and community members. A heartfelt THANK YOU to all the donors who have helped contribute to the C.A.R. Disaster Relief Fund. 

A special thank you to the following organizations for their incredibly generous recent donations to C.A.R.’s REALTORS® Relief Foundation and Disaster Relief Fund:

• California Association of REALTORS® - $600,000
• Pacific West Association of REALTORS® - $100,000
• Ferry International, LLC - $50,000
• Realtor.com - $50,000
• New Jersey Association of REALTORS® - $25,000
• Iowa Association of REALTORS® - $25,000
• New York State Association of REALTORS® - $25,000
• Ohio Association of REALTORS® - $25,000
• Oregon REALTORS® - $22,702.41
• Citrus Valley Association of REALTORS® + CVAR Community Foundation - $20,000
• Southland Regional Association of REALTORS® - $11,000
• Greater Metropolitan Association of REALTORS® - $10,000
• NORIS MLS - $10,000
• Northwest Ohio REALTORS® - $10,000
• Scottsdale Area Association of REALTORS® - $10,000
• South Carolina Association of REALTORS® - $10,000
• Cape May County Association of REALTORS® / MLS - $6,000
• Edina Realty Foundation - $6,000
• Tennessee Association of REALTORS®- $6,000
• California Community Foundation - $5,000
• Cape Fear REALTORS® - $5,000
• Greater Nashville Association of REALTORS® - $5,000
• Los Altos Mountain View Community Foundation - $5,000
• Greater Capital Association of REALTORS® - $5,000
• New Hampshire Association of REALTORS® - $5,000
• Spokane Association of REALTORS® - $5,000
• Orange County REALTORS® - $5,000
• Greater Downey Association of REALTORS® - $5,000
• Los Altos Mountain View Community Foundation - $5,000
• Orange County REALTORS® - $5,000
• South Bay Association of REALTORS® - $5,000
• MyNHD, Inc - $5,000
• Pismo Coast Association of REALTORS® - $4,500
• High Desert Association REALTORS® - $3,000
• Greater Palm Springs REALTORS® - $2,500
• Bakersfield Association of REALTORS® - $2,500
• Monmouth/Ocean Regional REALTORS® - $2,500
• Nevada County REALTORS® - $2,300
• Luzerne County Association of REALTORS® - $1,100
• Mammoth Lakes Board of REALTORS® - $1,000
• San Francisco Association of REALTORS® - $1,000
• Greater Lakes Association of REALTORS® - $1,000
• Houston Independent Real Estate Brokers Association - $1,000
• Northern Fairfield County Association of REALTORS® - $1,000
• Prince William Association of REALTORS® - $1,000
• Roanoke Valley Association of REALTORS® - $1,000
• Space Coast Association of REALTORS® - $1,000
• Nonstop Health - $1,000