Southern California Wildfire Relief and Recovery

In response to the devastating wildfires in the greater Los Angeles region, the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco is making a $2 million contribution to aid recovery efforts and provide front line support in communities impacted by the Southern California wildfires.

This contribution includes $1.4 million in disaster relief funds to match donations that our members make to local relief organizations in support of the communities they serve. In addition, a total of $600,000 is being donated directly to the California Fire Foundation and to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles (Habitat LA).

To Request a Matching Contribution

FHLBank San Francisco members are eligible to receive up to 2:1 matching contributions on donations made by our members on or after January 7, 2025, to nonprofit or tribal organizations providing support to communities affected by wildfires and other natural disasters. Funds are available on a first-come, first-served basis, with a $50,000 annual limit per member.

You can find the Certification and Disbursement Request form with contribution requirements by clicking the button below. Please complete this form and email it with proof of the contribution (i.e. copy of check or acknowledgement letter from the contribution recipient) to outreach@fhlbsf.com.

Information needed to complete the form includes:

• Member institution name

• Requested contribution amount

• Contribution recipient name, contact information, Employer Identification Number and disaster location (county/counties)

• Member contribution amount and date

 We will confirm receipt of the request and notify you and the recipient when the match request is approved and funded.

Contact the Community Investment Department at outreach@fhlbsf.com with any questions.

“Our hearts are with the individuals, families, and communities affected by the recent wildfires. We are deeply grateful to all the first responders for their unwavering dedication and bravery in the battle to save lives and put an end to these wildfires. For over 92 years, our mission-driven organization has been committed to supporting housing and economic resilience. We are proud to stand alongside our members and their communities during this critical time, working together to find solutions that aid in recovering from this devastating event.”
- Alanna McCargo, President and CEO of FHLBank San Francisco

Matching member contributions are one of several FHLBank San Francisco funding tools and grants that you can use to meet the urgent and longer-term needs of your customers and communities, which include our discounted credit programs that are available to help finance affordable housing, economic development projects, and other community revitalization activities.

As you plan your donations, we would be happy to collaborate on any messaging around your contribution. Please contact Chris Hammond, Associate Director, Corporate Communications for assistance with your efforts.