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Spokane Wildfire August 2026 - How you can help

How You Can Help

The ongoing wildfires in Spokane have affected families, wildlife, and entire communities. Whether through a donation or by volunteering your time, every contribution can help provide emergency relief, support recovery efforts, and bring hope to those impacted. Even small acts of kindness can make a meaningful difference during this difficult time.

  • Donations

    • SPOKANE FIRE STATION 16

      While our hearts break for those who lost their homes, we also express heartfelt gratitude for those fighting the fires, many of whom are on the wirelines for 12, 16 or 20 hours without food or other necessities. For those of you interested in supporting fire efforts, you can drop off items at Station 16, located at 5225 N Assembly. 

      The list of suggested items include

      • Socks
      • Deodorant
      • Chapstick
      • Eye drops
      • Electrolyte drinks or mix to put in water bottles
      • Protein/granola bars
      • Beef jerky
      • Trail mix 
      • Protein shakes
      • Baby wipes
      • Sunscreen

      • They are things that could make their days easier in a time when it’s unimaginably hard. They too are losing their homes in this process. 

    • City of Spokane's online donation portal 

      • The H.O.M.E Fund is being activated to accept donations for community members impacted by the recent wildfires. According to the city, every dollar donated will go directly toward wildfire relief efforts.

    • The Red Cross Northwest Region 

    • Partners Inland Northwest 

      Partners is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 10814 E. Broadway Avenue in Spokane Valley providing support, food, clothing and diapers to those in need. Donations are encouraged. 

      "Donations of nonperishable food, clothing, diapers, hygiene items, and financial gifts help us continue serving families affected by the fires and others in need throughout our community," Partners Inland Northwest said. 

      Learn more on the Partners website. 

    • Second Harvest

      Second Harvest is accepting donations of non-perishable food items at their warehouse at 1234 East Front Avenue from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Monday. 

    • YMCA opens facilities for evacuees

      The YMCA of the Inland Northwest is opening all local branches to evacuees who need showers or a temporary place to rest. A valid photo ID is required for access.

      The following locations are participating:

      • Central YMCA, 930 North Monroe Street
      • North YMCA, 10727 North Newport Highway

      • The facilities close at 8 p.m. Sunday and are open Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.

      • South YMCA, 2921 East 57th Avenue
      • Valley YMCA, 2421 North Discovery Place

 

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