Donate to help people affected by B.C. wildfires
Last updated on August 21, 2026Help people and communities affected by wildfires in B.C. by donating to trusted organizations.
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How you can help
Many are looking for ways to offer support to people affected by wildfires.
Financial donations to trusted organizations are usually the most useful way to help during a wildfire emergency. They help organizations respond to immediate needs and support recovery.
Donate to organizations helping people across B.C.
Donations support immediate relief and longer-term recovery for people affected by B.C. wildfires. Funds may also help communities prepare for wildfires, reduce risk and coordinate emergency response.
You can also text BCFIRES to 20222 to donate $10.
Donate to United Way British Columbia
Donations support local organizations and community programs helping people during and after wildfires. Funds may support immediate needs and longer-term community recovery.
United Way BC does not usually provide cash payments directly to individuals.
Donate goods or services
Donations of physical goods are not usually needed during an active wildfire. Food, clothing and other goods can be difficult to sort, transport and manage during an active emergency.
Financial donations to trusted organizations are often the best way to help. Organizations can use them to respond quickly to changing needs. If an organization asks for goods or services, follow the instructions on its website.
Submit an offer of support
The Canadian Red Cross is gathering offers of support from individuals, businesses and organizations. This information will be shared with local authorities, First Nations and non-profit partners. If an offer is accepted, a Red Cross team member may contact you.
All offers are greatly appreciated. However, only accepted offers will be responded to. Decisions are based on identified needs, operational requirements, safety considerations and logistical capacity. Offers of used goods are not being accepted at this time. The submission of an offer does not guarantee that it will be accepted or deployed.
To offer goods, services or other resources, complete the online offer of support form:
View the disclaimer for donated products and services
The information on this website is provided as a public service. It is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind, whether express or implied. The Government of British Columbia does not collect, accept, or disburse donations and provides no warranty respecting donated products or services, including respecting their reliability, condition, safety or suitability for any use. The Government of British Columbia will not be liable to any person or business entity for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, consequential, or other damages based on any use of the information provided or of donated products or services including, without limitation, any lost profits, business interruption, or loss of programs or information, even if the Government of British Columbia has been specifically advised of the possibility of such damages.
Avoid donation scams
Wildfire emergencies can lead to fraudulent donation requests. Protect your donation:
- Use a trusted organization’s official website
- Donate to well-established charities (such as the links above)
- Ask canvassers for identification or printed information about the charity
- Beware of high-pressure tactics
- Take time to research the charity
Get help
Emergency response and support services are mobilized and helping people affected by wildfires in B.C. We will continue to help people and the community navigate the impacts of this emergency.
If you are affected by wildfire, help and current information are available:
- Check current evacuation orders and local instructions on EmergencyInfoBC
- Check wildfire locations and status on the BC Wildfire Service dashboard
- Pre-register for Emergency Support Services