MusiCares has distributed $2.2 million in wildfire relief aid to those affected by the Los Angeles wildfires, with total donations reaching $3.2 million. The organization continues its fundraising efforts through multiple upcoming events.

Key upcoming fundraising events include:

• FireAid benefit concert at the Kia Forum and Intuit Dome (January 30)
• MusiCares Person of the Year celebration honoring The Grateful Dead
• Grammy Awards programming focused on wildfire relief awareness

Eligibility requirements for music industry professionals:

• No Recording Academy membership required
• Must have 3+ years in music industry OR six commercially released recordings
• Aid package includes $1,500 financial assistance and $500 grocery card

Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. emphasizes that all $3.2 million in current donations is already allocated, with thousands more music professionals needing assistance. The organization anticipates providing support for several years to help those who have lost homes, studios, instruments, and livelihoods.

"We have to do everything we can to be helpful," states Mason Jr., highlighting the importance of both immediate relief and long-term support for the music community affected by these wildfires.

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