La Luz administering fire relief funds

A Fire Relief Financial Assistance Program is being offered at La Luz Center through January 15, 2018. Up to $750,000 of Redwood Credit Union-collected relief funds will be disbursed to fire-effected families and individuals, in amounts up to $3,500.

Applications will be taken on Wednesdays, until the Wednesday of January 3, at La Luz Center, 17560 Greger Street, in Sonoma Valley.

Applicants will then be added to a waiting list, and called on Friday to schedule a half hour, one-on-one screening appointment the following week. Applicants will be informed of what types of documentation will be necessary to qualify.

Eligibility can be proven with an ID card, and by demonstrating economic hardship as a result of the recent fires, including but not limited to loss of income or home. The program does not offer cash assistance. All assistance granted is made through check disbursement only. Checks issued will be payable to landlords, property managers or to utility companies. Only under special circumstances will checks be issued to individuals.

For more information: Sandy Sanchez at 707.938.5131.