Marshall Fire recovery: how you can help

Over the years, Boulder County residents have been quick to come to the aid of neighbors during times of disaster, and the aftermath of the Dec. 30 Marshall Fire is no exception. As of Jan. 5, more than $25 million has been raised to assist survivors of the wildfires that destroyed nearly 1,000 homes and businesses in Louisville and Superior through the Community Foundation Boulder County's Wildfire Fund, Colorado Gives, and individual drives on GoFundMe. In addition, several other organizations are collecting donations of non-perishable food and essential personal care items for those who left everything behind.

Below is a partial list of organizations accepting cash or other* donations for Marshall Fire victims. For a more comprehensive list, visit Marshall Fire Resource Directory or Boulder Beat, which have collected several resources both for fire survivors and those offering assistance.

*Be sure to follow guidelines when making non-monetary donations, since many organizations have limited storage space and resources to sort through donated items.

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• For more information on how to donate or volunteer, visit Boulder County's Marshall Fire resource page at bouldercounty.org/disasters/wildfires/marshall/.
• Starting Jan. 3, Niwot realtor Deborah Read Fowler will be accepting donations at her Colorado Landmark Office (136 2nd Ave, Unit E, behind Old Oak Coffee). For a more information, visit Facebook
• CU Athletics will be collecting gift card donations at four basketball games scheduled between Jan. 6-9.
• Avista Adventist Hospital Foundation (for caregivers): cash donations; non-monetary donations
• Buffs4Life (CU alumni athletes)
• Colorado Pet Pantry
• Coal Creek Meals on Wheels
• Elevations Foundation Fire Relief Fund
• Impact on Education Foundation (Boulder Valley School students, families, and educators)
• Salvation Army
• Sister Carmen Community Center (Lafayette)