Alpha Phi Omega is working to setup opportunities for members to volunteer to assist with the response to the fire. Check back for updates on what we'll be doing. In the meantime below is a list of ways to help:
The Boulder Office of Emergency Management asks that people who want to make donations or volunteer dial 211 or call 866-760-6489. They should not drop off donations at local fire stations.
The American Red Cross is accepting donations to help support Fourmile Fire evacuees. To contribute, visit northerncolorado.redcross.org or call 303-722-7474.
The Longmont Humane Society, 9595 Nelson Road, is asking for donations to support pets of evacuees. The shelter needs machine-washable blankets, towels, canned dog and cat food, pet toys and cash donations. To contribute, visit longmonthumane.org or call 303-772-1232.
Humane Society of Boulder Valley needs blankets, towels, cat litter, canned dog and cat food, 6-foot leashes and cash donations. Visit boulderhumane.org to donate online or text "pets" to 50555 to add a $10 donation to your cell phone bill. Items can be dropped off at 2323 55th St. in Boulder.
The Boulder County Fairgrounds is seeking donations to support livestock evacuated from the fire areas. The fairgrounds needs hay, horse feed and other services. To help, contact Boulder County Parks and Open Space at 303-678-6200.
The Foothills United Way is accepting donations to support fire evacuees. To contribute to the Fourmile Canyon Fire Relief Fund, or for additional information about available resources, visit unitedwayfoothills.org or call 211 to connect with the United Way hotline.
The town of Gold Hill is accepting donations for fire victims through Paypal, at goldhilltown.com.
The Boulder Jewish Community Foundation has opened a special fund to assist those affected and displaced by the Fourmile Fire. To contribute, mark your check "Fourmile Fire Relief Fund." Checks can be mailed to: Boulder Jewish Community Foundation, P.O. Box 20338, Boulder, CO 80308
Volunteer Connection is establishing a volunteer list. For more information, contact 303-444-4904 or e-mail services_volunteerconnection.net.
Source: Fourmile Fire: http://www.dailycamera.com/fourmile-canyon-fire/ci_16009614?source=most_viewed#ixzz0yya7p9oC
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