Eaton Fire Collaborative

What Eaton Fire Collaborative does

The Eaton Fire Collaborative (EFC) is a survivor-led nonprofit coalition formed on January 14, 2025 in response to the Eaton Fire that devastated Altadena, Pasadena, and Sierra Madre, California. The organization operates as the region's Long-Term Recovery Group (LTRG), coordinating more than 100 partner organizations—including nonprofits (CORE, Day One, Altadena Rising), faith-based groups (Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation, Catholic Charities), government-affiliated entities (Altadena Recovery and Rebuild Corporation), and funders (Pasadena Community Foundation, California Community Foundation)—to deliver disaster case management, volunteer coordination, unmet-needs roundtables, housing support, and reconstruction assistance to affected households. EFC is governed by an elected board of survivors and community leaders, led since March 2026 by its first Executive Director Michael Ocon, and operates as a fiscally sponsored project of Community Partners.

The organization delivers its services through a defined product set: The Collaboratory (a physical hub at 540 West Woodbury Road, Altadena offering meeting space, a free store, and a rebuild showroom); the Long-Term Recovery Group coordination framework; Disaster Case Management routed through partners such as Tzu Chi, Catholic Charities, CHIRLA, and Little Tokyo Service Center; a Volunteer Hub; a multi-fund donation portal; Wellness Committee resources; and research publications including the Eaton Fire Housing Impact Survey (356 respondents). EFC uses commodity web platforms—Wix for its website, PayPal for donations, Google Forms, and Calendly for scheduling—with no proprietary technology, API, integrations, or AI capabilities.

EFC's business model is donation-funded nonprofit operations with all services provided at no cost to survivors. Revenue is generated through PayPal donations and in-kind volunteer contributions; the broader Eaton Fire recovery ecosystem has mobilized substantial capital (the Pasadena Community Foundation's Eaton Fire Recovery Fund has raised $15 million), but EFC's direct revenue is not publicly disclosed. Customer segments consist of fire-affected households (renters, homeowners, seniors, immigrant communities) and partner organizations; marketing is conducted through community referrals, the physical hub, the 6,500+ member Eaton Fire Survivors Network on Discord/social platforms, and partner events. Geographic scope has expanded from the original three-city focus to include the broader Greater Eaton Canyon Region.

Name

Eaton Fire Collaborative

Legal name

Eaton Fire Collaborative

Website

https://eatonfirecollaborative.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2025

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Eaton Fire Collaborative is a survivor-led nonprofit Long-Term Recovery Group coordinating 100+ partner organizations to deliver disaster case management, housing support, and recovery services to fire-affected households in Altadena, Pasadena, Sierra Madre, and the Greater Eaton Canyon Region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Disaster Recovery Services

NAICS

Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230), Emergency and Other Relief Services (62423), Community Housing Services (62422)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Disaster Recovery, Reconstruction & Resilience Programs (BPAGAAAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Disaster Response Coordination & Incident Command (EOC/ICS) (HLAJAGAB), Disaster Recovery & Emergency Housing Assistance Programs (FSALAKAK), Community Safety Administration (Fire/EMS, Emergency Management) (BPAIACAL)

Keywords

• Disaster recovery coordination
• Long-term recovery group
• Community resource coordination
• Volunteer mobilization services
• Wildfire survivor support

Headquarters

HQ city

Sierra Madre

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: The organization accepts financial donations through PayPal and partners with fiscal sponsor Community Partners for donation management. Donations provide flexible funding to meet immediate and long-term recovery needs of fire survivors.
2. Volunteer Contributions: Volunteers support recovery operations including warehouse restocking, free store staffing, community events, and survivor resource connections.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Eaton Fire Collaborative is a survivor-led coalition that operates as the Long-Term Recovery Group for the January 2025 Eaton Fire, coordinating nonprofits, government agencies, funders, and community leaders to deliver disaster recovery services to affected households in Altadena, Pasadena, and Sierra Madre. It runs a physical community hub (The Collaboratory), provides disaster case management, mobilizes volunteers, distributes donated goods through a Free Store, supports rebuilding through a Rebuild Showroom, and channels donations to trusted recovery funds. All survivor-facing services are provided free of charge.

Product overview

The Eaton Fire Collaborative is a non-profit Long-Term Recovery Group (LTRG) that operates as a coordinated community response coalition rather than a traditional tech product company. The organization's primary 'product' is its recovery coordination services delivered through: The Collaboratory (physical hub and meeting facility), the Long-Term Recovery Group (LTRG) coordination structure, Disaster Case Management services, Volunteer Hub, and various resource programs including a free store, rebuild showroom, and wellness committee. The Collaborative also publishes research reports such as the Housing Impact Survey. The organization uses standard web platforms (Wix website, Google Forms for registrations, PayPal for donations, Calendly for appointments) but does not offer a proprietary tech product with integrations, API, or AI capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• The Collaboratory Community hub at 540 West Woodbury Road, Altadena, serving as home to the Eaton Fire Collaborative, Long-Term Recovery Group, Community Recovery Group, and Leadership Council. Offers flexible meeting and event spaces with tables, chairs, Wi-Fi, A/C, projectors, and audio systems for recovery work. Service hours: Mon/Wed 9 AM–5 PM; Tue/Thu 9 AM–7 PM; Fri 9 AM–1 PM.
• Long-Term Recovery Group (LTRG) Community-based collaboration bringing together nonprofits, faith-based groups, businesses, community organizations, and government partners to ensure everyone affected by the Eaton Fire receives support. Coordinates case management, volunteer coordination, unmet needs roundtable, and reconstruction support.
• Disaster Case Management Connects survivors to resources, coordinates services, and provides advocacy to address unmet recovery needs. Case managers work alongside survivors to support long-term recovery based on each household's circumstances. Service providers include Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation, Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, CHIRLA, CORE, Legacy Land Project, Little Tokyo Service Center, and Wylie Center.
• Volunteer Hub Platform where organizations can organize volunteer support and individuals can sign up for opportunities including restocking the warehouse, staffing the free store, and assisting with community events.
• Giving/Donation Portal Financial donation platform connecting donors to trusted funds for Eaton Fire survivors including PEF Eaton Fire Response Fund, Pasadena Community Foundation Eaton Fire Recovery Fund, and Altadena Eaton Fire Relief Fund. Accepts donations via PayPal and is administered through fiscal sponsor Community Partners.
• Free Store for Survivors Free store offering donated goods to Eaton Fire survivors, staffed by volunteers and open by appointment Tuesday and Thursday 10 AM–7 PM and the Third Saturday of each month 10 AM–3 PM.
• Rebuild Showroom Partnership showcase with vendors including Platt Fire Vents, Ganahl Doors, Jen Weld Windows, Behr Paint, Sherwin Williams Paint, and Habitat for Humanity, providing rebuilding materials and services for fire survivors.
• Wellness Committee Resources Wellness program offering restorative solutions and ongoing support for recovery, including mental health resources, holiday support, and community connection events for survivors.
• Eaton Fire Housing Impact Survey Research report conducted May–July 2025 with 356 respondents documenting the housing needs of renters and homeowners affected by the Eaton Fire, including data on displacement, underinsurance, and affordability.

Quantifiable outcome

• 72% of renters and 45% of homeowners still need housing support months after the fire, indicating ongoing need for coordination services
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Altadena Earthseed Community Land TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOnsite partner at The Collaboratory providing community land trust services for sustainable land ownership solutions.
• Altadena Recovery and Rebuild Corporation (ARRC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOnsite partner coordinating recovery and rebuilding efforts; Anders Corey serves as President and CEO.
• CORE (Community Organized Relief Effort)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOnsite partner providing disaster case management, resource navigation, and home rebuilding support.
• Altadena RisingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOnsite partner providing community organizing and recovery support services.
• Day OnecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOnsite partner; Christy Zamani serves as Executive Director, focusing on public policy and community health.
• AltaMedminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOnsite partner providing healthcare services to affected community members.
• Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights (CHIRLA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOnsite partner providing immigration services and support for immigrant communities.
• YWCAminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOnsite partner providing services for women and families affected by the fire.
• College Access PlanminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOnsite partner assisting PUSD students with financial aid and educational opportunities.
• Habitat for HumanityminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRebuild showroom partner providing affordable housing construction support.
• Greater Los Angeles Education FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOnsite partner supporting education recovery for affected students and schools.
• Buddhist Tzu Chi FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDisaster case management provider serving fire survivors through the LTRG network.
• Catholic Charities of Los AngelescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDisaster case management provider serving fire survivors through the LTRG network.
• Little Tokyo Service CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDisaster case management provider serving fire survivors through the LTRG network.
• Wylie CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDisaster case management provider serving fire survivors through the LTRG network.
• Altadena RisingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCivic organization maintaining the Altadena Community Recovery Calendar and organizing neighborhood mutual support networks.
• Eaton Fire Survivors NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner6,500+ member community on Discord and social media dedicated to supporting survivors with vetted resources and peer support.
• PostFire LAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity organization providing information, expert-verified resources, and personalized action plans for survivors.
• Eaton Fire Resource HubminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSearchable database of resources for people affected by the Eaton Fire.
• Altadena Recovery WikiminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCentral directory for all recovery and rebuilding information.
• Altadena Land InitiativecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOnsite partner working on land solutions for fire survivors.
• StrongHome NetworkminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOnsite partner providing housing and rebuilding support services.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles18 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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