Fire Relief Efforts: How You Can Help

A devastating wildfire is impacting the Colville Indian Reservation and surrounding areas, including Nespelem and the Colville Agency. The fire has forced widespread evacuations, and destroyed homes.

Right now, affected families and communities urgently need basic support—shelter, food, hygiene items, and long-term recovery resources. Here is how you can help our tribal partners and neighbors during this critical time.

💳 Monetary & Financial Donations

Financial contributions allow relief organizations to respond flexibly to immediate and emerging needs, including emergency shelter, gas, food, and rebuilding efforts.

1. Colville Wildfire Relief & Recovery Fund (The Cedar Fund)

The Cedar Fund of the Colville Indian Reservation provides direct assistance to individuals, families, and communities impacted by recent wildfires on the reservation. Donations help meet immediate needs—such as shelter, food, clothing, and household essentials—while supporting families through the long rebuilding process.

2. Direct Support via Partner Organizations

You can also donate directly to organizations on the ground providing immediate aid:

  • River Warrior Society (501c3 Nonprofit): Coordinated by Faith Zacherle. See flyer at the bottom of this page.

    👉 Donate on Facebook

  • Young Warriors Society: Coordinated by Dan Nanamkin in the impacted fire area.

    👉 Donate on Facebook

  • Omak Community Center: Serving as a primary evacuation and fire relief center. See flyer at the bottom of this page.

3. Support via the Methow Valley Interpretive Center

If you prefer to donate through the Methow Valley Interpretive Center, we will ensure 100% of your funds are directed to tribal partner organizations carrying out direct relief work in and near Nespelem.

  • Donate HERE: Please write "wildfire relief" in the memo or comment field when making your donation.

📦 In-Kind Physical Donations

If you have physical items to contribute, please refer to the accepted items list and official drop-off details below.

🚨 Important Note on Food Donations:

Please do not bring food donations (perishable or non-perishable) to the main Colville Confederated Tribes official drop-off sites at this time.

Exception: Non-perishable food items and gift cards (gas, Walmart) can be dropped off on the front porch of the Methow Valley Interpretive Center (see details below).

Official Drop-Off Locations & Hours

Donation Hours: Daily from 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Please drop off items only during designated hours.

  1. Omak Eagles Nest

    📍 1168 Bull Rope St., Omak, WA 98841

    📞 Contact: Leah Cate | 509-634-1409

  2. Colville Service Center (Old Highway Tire)

    📍 3041 State Highway 155, Coulee Dam, WA 99116

    📞 Contact: Desiree Hertenstein | 509-634-1963

  3. Methow Valley Interpretive Center Drop-Off Option

    If you prefer to bring items to Twisp, you may drop off donations on our front porch:

    📍 Location: 210 5th Ave entrance, Twisp, WA

    📦 Accepted at MVIC Porch: Gas cards, Walmart gift cards, and non-perishable food items.

    🚚 We will transport collected donations over to Omak or designated sites regularly.

📋 Most Needed Items

Please ensure all donated clothing is new or gently used, clean, washed, folded, and free of holes, stains, or pet hair.

🛌 Bedding & Household

  • Blankets

  • Pillows

  • Mattresses & Furniture

  • Mini refrigerators

  • Ice chests / Coolers

  • Generators

  • Air purifiers & Humidifiers

👕 Clothing (All Ages & Sizes)

  • Sweaters & Pants

  • T-shirts & Socks

  • Undergarments(new only)

👶 Baby Supplies

  • Diapers

  • Baby wipes

🧴 Personal Hygiene Items

  • Toothbrushes & Toothpaste

  • Shampoo & Conditioner

  • Deodorant & Body spray

  • Hair brushes & Combs

  • Feminine hygiene products

  • Hand sanitizer

🐶 Pet & Livestock Supplies

  • Dog food & Cat food

  • Cat litter

  • Goat feed, Pig feed, & Bird feed

🥤 Drinks & Cards

  • Bottled water

  • Gatorade or electrolyte drinks

  • Gift cards (Gas cards, Walmart gift cards, etc.)

🌾 Hay & Livestock Inquiries

Hay donations are NOT accepted at the standard drop-off sites.

If you would like to donate hay or coordinate livestock support, please contact:

  • Jessica Utt: 509-634-1406

  • David (MVIC Coordination): 509-919-0686

🤝 Have Other Ideas on How to Help?

If you have additional resources, ideas, or coordination offers, please reach out to us directly.

📞 Contact David: 509-919-0686

Thank you for standing with our tribal partners, neighbors, and community members as they work to recover with dignity, resilience, and hope.