There are plenty of ways to lend a hand to Fourmile Canyon fire victims, as well as others in need. Dial 211 to access the United Way Help Center to learn about donating, volunteering or pet shelters.
Many organizations that provided fire assistance are looking to replace diminished resources. The following is a list of resources for donors.
Photo by Don Peitzman
Collection Center, 3111 28th St., open 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Accepting water, sports drinks, laundry and cleaning supplies, household paper products, trash cans and bags, coolers, buckets, pet food, feminine-hygiene products, new sheets and towels, work gloves, boots, dust masks, shovels, rakes, sunscreen, lip balm, and gift cards from local restaurants and department and consumer-product stores.
American Red Cross,
303-722-7474
The best way to help is through monetary donations and getting trained to be a volunteer.
The Community Foundation Serving Boulder
Accepting checks made out to the Boulder Mountain Fire Relief Fund. Mail them to The Community Foundation, 1123 Spruce St., Boulder, CO 80302. Also accepting monetary donations at the office location.
Foothills United Way, 303-444-4013
Visit the website for the latest information on giving or getting
help to Fourmile Canyon residents affected by fire.
Humane Society of Boulder Valley, 303-442-4030
Call to see which items are most needed.
Longmont Humane Society, 303-772-1232
Call to see which items are most needed.
Fourmilefirehelp.com
This website offers a list of resources for fire victims and a list of donors who can help with housing, food and animals.
Volunteers can always be of service, but in the midst of a disaster it’s difficult to train people. So getting training now will ensure you’re ready to be of service in the future. Call the local Red Cross at 303-722-7474 or visit the website. Or visit the Volunteer Connection website.
Please note: Many organizations are not accepting adult clothing or perishable foods.
—Rebecca Schneider
