Spokane WildfireResource Center

Helping our clients and community navigate recovery.

Find wildfire updates, insurance guidance, and local resources in one place.

Last updated: August 4, 2026  •  12:00 PM

Emergency Resources

If you or others are in immediate danger, call 911.

Shelters

Open evacuation shelters, pet-friendly shelters, and overnight accommodations near Spokane.

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Food & Meals

Locate free meals, food banks, and grocery assistance for families affected by the fires.

Find food

Road Closures & Evacuations

View evacuation zones, road closures, and real-time safety alerts before you travel.

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You don't have to navigate this alone

Insurance Recovery Checklist

A step-by-step guide for the first hours, the first week, and the road ahead. Download the full checklists below.

1

Contact your agent or carrier

Report your loss as soon as it's safe. Ask about Additional Living Expense (Loss of Use), emergency advances, and temporary housing.

2

Register for assistance

American Red Cross, Spokane County resources, and FEMA if a disaster is declared.

3

Save every receipt

Keep receipts for hotels, meals, clothing, toiletries, fuel, pet expenses, and household necessities.

4

Start a home inventory

Work room by room and document everything with photos and video. Use our Home Inventory Form to get started.

Helpful tip: Many mortgage lenders offer temporary payment relief after a federally declared disaster. Contact your lender early to ask about forbearance or hardship options. And don't assume something isn't covered, ask us.

Community Resources

Local organizations and neighbors stepping up to help. Jump to what you need:

Evacuation Shelters

See live openings (Red Cross)

Spokane Convention Center

334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.

  • Evacuation shelter
  • Free parking
  • Pets welcome

Jenkins High School

702 E. Lincoln St., Chewelah

  • Evacuation shelter

Spokane County Fair & Expo Center

404 N. Havana St.

  • Enter through the Red Gate off Broadway
  • RV parking available
  • Animal sheltering for evacuated animals

Clothing & Household

Free to fire victims

Maddie's Closet (Maddie's Place)

1015 E 9th Ave, Spokane, WA 99202

Tue–Thu: Noon–4 PM, or by appointment
  • Clothing (infant, children, men's, women's)
  • Shoes, diapers, wipes, some toiletries
  • Household items and some non-perishable food
Email info@maddiesplace.org
Free clothing vouchers

Global Neighborhood Thrift

919 E. Trent Ave.

Mon–Thu: 9 AM–7 PM, Fri–Sun: 9 AM–5 PM

Accepting clothing donations and offering free clothing vouchers to those affected by the fires.

Free clothing to fire victims

Plato's Closet

13004 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley

Mon–Sat: 10 AM–9 PM

Also collecting clothing for the Spokane Convention Center evacuation shelter.

Partners INW

10814 E. Broadway, Spokane Valley

Mon–Fri: 9 AM–3 PM

Accepting clothing & diaper donations. Drop off in the front lobby.

Brighthill Church Drop-Off

708 W Nora Ave, Spokane (house adjacent)

Tue–Fri: 10 AM–12 PM
  • Clothing, shoes & socks; baby items
  • New hygiene products; backpacks & duffel bags

Deliveries available all day when items are ready. New or gently used only. Call Natalie: 509-230-8281.

For displaced families

Project Beauty Share

2718 E. Sprague Ave.

Mon–Fri: 8 AM–3 PM

Collecting hygiene items: toothbrushes, toothpaste, feminine hygiene products, soap, razors, lotion, lip balm, deodorant, hairbrushes & combs.

Second Harvest Food Bank

1234 E. Front St.

Mon–Fri: 8:30 AM–4 PM

Accepting non-perishable food.

Caritas Food Bank

4718 N. Ash St. (across from Value Village)

Mon, Wed & Thu: 10:30 AM–1:30 PM

Accepting non-perishable food.

Partners INW Food Bank

10814 E. Broadway, Spokane Valley

Mon–Fri: 9 AM–3 PM

Food donations accepted at the Food Bank West Entrance (Door 4).

Blessings & Beyond

728 N Hogan St

Mon–Fri: 10 AM–4:30 PM

Accepting food & new hygiene donations for fire victims.

Pet & Animal Support

Free boarding

Spokanimal

710 N. Napa St.

Item donations Tue–Sat: 11 AM–4 PM

Free boarding and care for displaced animals. Also needs dog food, cat food, blankets, towels, and other pet supplies.

The Yuppy Puppy

Community pet food & supply bank

Handing out and accepting leashes, collars, harnesses, cat & dog food, litter and litter boxes, crates, and food bowls for evacuated pets.

Volunteer or donate: manager@yuppypuppyspokane.com

Spokane County Fair & Expo Center

404 N. Havana St.

Animal sheltering available for evacuated animals. RV parking available; enter through the Red Gate off Broadway.

Financial Assistance & Ways to Give

H.O.M.E. Starts Here Fund

Supporting individuals and families affected by the Spokane wildfires. Official City of Spokane portal; you'll create an account before giving.

Give / learn more

Innovia Foundation

Spokane Complex Wildfire Response Fund, supporting immediate and long-term recovery.

Give / learn more

Catholic Charities Eastern Washington

Emergency fund for individuals and families impacted by the Spokane Complex wildfires.

Give / learn more

American Red Cross – Northwest Region

Helping operate evacuation shelters and providing emergency relief for wildfire survivors.

Give / learn more

Helpful Downloads

Save and print these to help you along the way.

Latest Updates

The newest information at the top.

AUG 4, 2026
12:00 PM
Wildfire Resource Center published. We'll add new shelters, resources, and alerts here as they come in.

Team NTI Is Here for You

Our team is prioritizing clients who have lost homes, experienced property damage, or have immediate evacuation and insurance needs. Reach out and we'll respond as quickly as we can.

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