Fueled by powerful winds and dry conditions, a series of ferocious wildfires erupted last week and roared across the Los Angeles area.

As homes burn to the ground and people seek shelter, various charities and organizations are working to provide help on the ground. For those looking for ways to help, NBC News has reviewed and vetted organizations that are aiding in relief efforts.

Dozens of people are believed to have died in the Palisades and Eaton fires, which have burned down whole swaths of communities