FEMA has warned that L.A. fire survivors fundraising for specific expenses through platforms like GoFundMe might hit snags. Here’s what to know.

As numerous families flock to online fundraising sites such as GoFundMe to raise money for recovery efforts from the Los Angeles wildfires, the Federal Eme

The agency offers different types of financial assistance after disasters. The fastest is a one-time payment of $770.

If you’ve been affected by the fires and started a GoFundMe campaign, be aware that it could affect what federal aid you’re eligible for.

Officials warn of possible fraudulent GoFundMe accounts, the platform explains its verification process and experts share guidance on GoFundMe fundraisers.

Donations from a GoFundMe page could impact how much money people affected by the wildfires receive from FEMA.

After Palisades natives banded together on WhatsApp and raised more than $120,000 on GoFundMe, they face what experts say has become a common scenario after natural disasters: Unexpected scrutiny and challenges as they attempt to manage and distribute the funds.

Millions of Southern Californians were on edge as winds began picking up during a final round of dangerous fire weather forecast for the region where two massive blazes have killed at least 25 and des

You don’t need to settle for what your insurance company or the government first offers. And you don’t have to fight alone.

Thousands of wildfire victims have turned to GoFundMe and other crowdfunding sites to raise money to support themselves or loved ones impacted by the fires. However, those donations could limit monetary assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).

The one-time payments will be available through the “Serious Needs Assistance” program. When you apply to FEMA, you are applying for all types of assistance it can provide, including that program. If you are eligible for the $770, the money will be deposited directly into the bank account you put down on the application.