Many generous community members are asking how they can support those impacted by the wildfires. Here are some ways you can help:

Food donations
Non-perishable, unexpired food items can be dropped off at Bethel Church, 945 Main Street, Penticton, between 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Please use the side door.

Financial donations
For information about making a financial donation, please contact the Community Foundation of the South Okanagan | Similkameen.

Clothing and bedding
The Salvation Army in Penticton, 2469 S. Main St., Penticton, is accepting clothing and bedding donations.

Emergency donations and distribution centre
Led by OneSky Community Resources, the centre is located at Okanagan College – Penticton Campus, 583 Duncan Avenue West, Penticton, and is open from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Donations of quality items such as toiletries, towels, pet food, cat litter, diapers and other essential supplies are being accepted.

The list of currently needed items is monitored and updated daily. View the current list of needs: oneskycommunity.com/wildfire-response

Community mutual aid
Help Summerland is a volunteer-organized community resource connecting people who need help with those who can offer it.

You can post what you HAVE — such as shelter, food or supplies — or what you NEED.

If you need support
If you have been impacted by the wildfires and need assistance, please reach out to the agencies and resources listed above.

Thank you to everyone who is donating, volunteering and supporting our community during this difficult time. Every contribution makes a difference. 🙏