Spokane Fires - Resources

We've compiled a list of community resources for those affected by the Spokane-area wildfires. We encourage you to check back often and share it with anyone who may need support.

SpokAnimal - accepting donations of dog, cat, kitten & puppy food, and blankets and towels. They are also seeking foster homes for animals displaced by the fires. 

Partners Inland Northwest is accepting donations of nonperishable food, clothing, diapers, and hygiene items at its Spokane Valley location (10814 E. Broadway Ave.) that will be distributed to those affected by the fire. 

The Spokane Homeless Coalition is accepting donations at 527 S. Cannon of pre-packaged food, homemade sandwiches, water, hydration packets, blankets (used but washed), underwear/socks, men’s clothing, and women’s clothing.

Gonzaga University is collecting donations of food, comfort items, personal care items, household basics and more at its Hemmingson Center (702 E Desmet Ave.). 

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

• South YMCA, 2921 East 57th Avenue

• Valley YMCA, 2421 North Discovery Place

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

The Spokane County Fair & Expo Center continues to care for animals displaced by the Spokane Area Fires and is asking for donations of animal feed.

Officials said they have received an overwhelming amount of cat and dog food and are no longer in need of those items.

Instead, they are requesting donations of:

• Horse feed and other large animal feed 

• Gerbil and hamster food

• Ferret food

• Rabbit food

• Cleaning supplies that are disinfectants like Clorox/Lysol 

• Other small animal feed

The fairgrounds are serving as an emergency shelter for animals evacuated because of the fires. Officials said that these specialty food items are urgently needed as more animals continue to arrive.

Community members wishing to help are encouraged to donate these items rather than cat or dog food, which is currently well stocked.