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Stepping from the ashes

Donation update: need for work items

 

September 17, 2020



COLFAX—Volunteers spent the weekend sorting and dispersing donations which have overwhelmed locations in Colfax and Rosalia. Volunteers report there is no need for used clothing, linens or underwear. Fire survivors do not have space in which to store furniture, appliances, dishes or a surplus of used clothing at this time. Items currently needed are of a more utilitarian variety. Specific items needed are: construction bags, trash bags, batteries, flashlights, first aid items, totes/bags, paper plates/bowls/towels, plastic utensils, unopened/unexpired fast meals (ramen, macaroni, soup) and food in general and gift cards.

Other valuable donations are housing, job opportunities, gift certificates for hair cuts and local restaurants and storage. Volunteers for Malden Fire Site with experience in contracting, plumbing and electrician work are also needed.

Financial donations are also in need. Donations can be made through a fund set up by United Way at https://donorbox.org/whitman-county-fire-relief-fund and small dollar visa gift cards ($25-$50). Those wishing to donate via the United Way of Whitman County can text “WILDFIRE” to 20222 to donate $10 to the Whitman County Wildfire Relief Fund.

P1FCU has created a Fire Relief Fund for the community members affected by the fires in the Orofino, Colfax, Malden, Pine City, and surrounding areas. P1FCU is donating $30,000 to start the Fire Relief Fund and encouraging local businesses and community members to donate. P1FCU will be accepting donations at all branch locations and over the phone through at least Sept. 30. For more information or to donate, visit your local P1FCU branch.

 

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