In Christ, we are called to love our neighbors, feed the hungry and give water to the thirsty.
Today, our neighbors in Spokane, Washington, are reeling from devastating wildfires that have spread rapidly, jumped rivers and reduced large areas to ash. News reports suggest that these fires may have been set intentionally, making this disaster all the more harrowing.
Our local partners have reached out to request emergency support, as the losses are immense.
Thanks to our faithful supporters, Lutheran World Relief is answering the call to meet our neighbors' critical needs with compassion and urgency.
THE SITUATION: Wildfires have destroyed over 700 homes and workplaces since August 1st. Thousands of acres of forest around Spokane have been lost so far, and the fires are still not contained as of August 5th.
THE NEED: Hundreds of families have lost everything, as the fires have burned their homes to the ground. Tens of thousands more are displaced by life-threatening flames and smoke. Until the dust settled, families who had to flee will need food, shelter, hygiene supplies and other everyday essentials. In the longer term, many will need support to clean up and recover.
YOUR IMPACT: Your compassionate response will distribute emergency supplies to help families survive the immediate crisis. You will also support debris removal and cleanup so they can begin rebuilding from the ashes.
Wildfires move fast and destroy everything in their path — and the grief of enduring such a terrifying tragedy runs deep. Your support not only provides urgent relief for our neighbors in need; you also show them that on their hardest days, they are loved and cared for.
Thank you for sharing your compassion with families who need it most.