Wildfire Resources

Want to help?

Donate
- Head of the Lakes United Way is working to establish a crisis fund to fulfill the needs of Lake County residents impacted by these developing wildfires.
  - Donations can be accepted:
    - Online HERE
    - Mailed to 314 W Superior St. Suite 750, Duluth, MN 55802 with a note indicating wildfire relief
- United Way of Northeastern Minnesota is raising funds to support St. Louis County community members affected by wildfires.

Need help?

We are working to secure funding to assist our neighbors recover from this disaster.

American Red Cross – 1.800.733.2767
- Can help with a variety of needs
- Call to share your circumstances and see how they can help!
Justice North – 1.877.696.6529
- Can help with a variety of legal matters including replacing lost and damaged documents, proof of home ownership, insurance claims and denials, contractor repair scams, lease termination, eviction prevention, access to government benefits, employment issues, emergency custody, protective orders, and more.
- Services are free for eligible individuals.
Head of the Lakes United Way is working to secure crisis funding for Lake County Residents. As soon as we’ve secured enough funding to begin distributing, we will post a link to an application along with the parameters.

Evacuating?

Contact 211 to report your name, evacuated address, and best call-back number to help Lake County track displacement
Not sure if you should be evacuating? Check here
Other Ways to Stay up to date on the wildfires:
- Lake County Chamber – 218.834.2600
- Lake County Sheriff’s Office, MN – 218.834.8385
  - Questions or Concerns? Contact Matt Pollmann – 218.844.6449

Reminder:

We are not aware of any local entities accepting material donations at this time, and we have been assured that local volunteers and residents alike have adequate access to water, food, and shelter.

Due to the unique needs of affected individuals, the best way to help currently is to contribute to recovery funds.