Natural Disasters: Wildfire Season

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Your guide to meaningful CSR in wildfire prevention, relief, and program planning.Wildfire season typically spans from late spring to early fall, peaking during hot, dry months. In 2024, there have been 37,525 wildfires that burned over 7.3 million acres across the U.S. alone. This is slightly below the 10-year average for this time of year, which highlights ongoing efforts in fire management and prevention. Factors like weather conditions, vegetation, and human activity significantly influence the severity and frequency of wildfires each year.



We know that while this season is expected we can never plan enough for the impact it may bring to our communities. No matter if you support at a global, domestic, or hyper-local level - it is our goal to keep you prepared with refreshed resources. Please expect us to update the Disaster Discussion Board as major fires may occur but consider these resources in your ongoing preparation and response activities.



Planning & Research Resources

  • Customer Story: Read about how Portland General Electric in Oregon ran a special match program to promote wildfire protection and educating youth in 2023. Download the story here!

  • For a detailed look at wildfire season by each region typically impacted year-over-year, visit the Center for Disaster Philanthropy's Wildfire resource.
  • Disaster Preparedness - It's important to know your action plan. We've gathered some of our best resources for you to review, including our Disaster Response Planning Guide, Disaster Preparedness Checklist, and several blogs to get ideas and inspiration for your programs.
  • CAF America Global Relief Navigator: CAF America's Global Relief Navigator allows all donors to track disasters and support the charities providing relief to impacted people and communities.
We've gathered a list of strategies for your CSR framework related to climate disasters and wildfires. By implementing programs and goals like the ones below, corporations can make a meaningful impact on wildfire prevention and recovery efforts.
  • Donate to Relief Funds: Partner with organizations that provide immediate relief to affected communities.
  • Support Research: Fund studies focused on wildfire prevention and management.
  • Volunteer Programs: Encourage employees to participate in local firefighting efforts or recovery projects.
  • Awareness Campaigns: Launch initiatives to educate the public about wildfire risks and prevention strategies.
  • Reduce Carbon Footprint: Implement eco-friendly practices within the company to combat climate change, a significant factor in wildfire frequency.
  • Support Reforestation: Invest in tree-planting initiatives to restore areas affected by wildfires.
  • Engage in Policy Discussions: Advocate for policies that support sustainable land management and wildfire prevention at local and national levels.
  • Collaborate with NGOs: Partner with non-profits focused on wildfire recovery and prevention to amplify impact.
  • Join Industry Coalitions: Engage with other businesses to share resources and strategies for wildfire support.



Standard Design Support

Sample Splash Page Language:
  • Title: Wildfire Response
  • Content: To help the communities impacted by [WILDFIRE NAME], [COMPANY/FOUNDATION NAME] is matching all donations to our featured charities at [matching ratio]. Visit [COMMUNITY NAME/EE NAME] to support organizations that are addressing the needs of those impacted.
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General Supporting Organizations for Wildfires

*Organizations are curated for you to review as you consider your response. They have been checked for processing eligibility, OFAC, and negative press by our Compliance Team. We encourage you to review these organizations and verify they meet your internal guidelines before elevating them to your CSRconnect or GrantsConnect platforms.



Disaster Preparedness

  • American National Red Cross - M20 - Disaster Preparedness and Relief Services
    • Registration ID: 45-5257937 | YC Charity ID: 3265290
    • Processor: Blackbaud Giving Fund
    • ACH: Yes | Admin Registered: Yes | NPO Compliance Active: Yes
  • Center for Disaster Philanthropy - M05 - Research Institutes and/or Public Policy Analysis
    • Registration ID: 53-0196605 | YC Charity ID: 863108
    • Processor: Blackbaud Giving Fund
    • ACH: Yes | Admin Registered: Yes | NPO Compliance Active: Yes
  • Direct Relief - M20 - Disaster Preparedness and Relief Services
    • Registration ID: 95-1831116 | YC Charity ID: 3346312
    • Processor: Blackbaud Giving Fund
    • ACH: Yes | Admin Registered: Yes | NPO Compliance Active: Yes
  • World Wildlife Fund, Inc. - C30 - Natural Resources Conservation and Protection
    • Registration ID: 52-1693387 | YC Charity ID: 842948
    • Processor: Blackbaud Giving Fund
    • ACH: Yes | Admin Registered: Yes | NPO Compliance Active: Yes

Emergency Relief

  • Convoy of Hope - Q33 - International Relief
    • Registration ID: 68-0051386 | YC Charity ID: 1066401
    • Processor: Blackbaud Giving Fund
    • ACH: No | Admin Registered: Yes | NPO Compliance Active: Yes
  • Feeding America - K31 - Food Banks, Food Pantries
    • Registration ID: 36-3673599 | YC Charity ID: 604368
    • Processor: Blackbaud Giving Fund
    • ACH: Yes | Admin Registered: Yes | NPO Compliance Active: Yes
    • Find a local foodbank for local support options.
  • Americares Foundation - Q33 - International Relief
    • Registration ID: 06-1008595 | YC Charity ID: 47433
    • Processor: Blackbaud Giving Fund
    • ACH: Yes | Admin Registered: Yes | NPO Compliance Active: Yes
  • ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) - D20 - Animal Protection and Welfare
    • Registration ID: 13-1623829 | YC Charity ID: 77755
    • Processor: Blackbaud Giving Fund
    • ACH: Yes | Admin Registered: Yes | NPO Compliance Active: Yes
  • Team Rubicon - M20 - Disaster Preparedness and Relief Services
    • Registration ID: 27-1720480 | YC Charity ID: 2225287
    • Processor: Blackbaud Giving Fund
    • ACH: Yes | Admin Registered: Yes | NPO Compliance Active: Yes
  • ToolBank USA, Inc. - S19 - Nonmonetary Support N.E.C.
    • Registration ID: 90-0386790 | YC Charity ID: 2196485
    • Blackbaud Giving Fund | ACH: Yes | Admin Registered: Yes
  • World Central Kitchen - M20 - Disaster Preparedness and Relief Services
    • Registration ID: 27-3521132 | YC Charity ID: 3338695
    • Processor: Blackbaud Giving Fund
    • ACH: Yes | Admin Registered: Yes | NPO Compliance Active: Yes



Regional Organizations for Wildfire Prevention and Recovery

California

  • California Fire Foundation - M12 - Fund Raising and/or Fund Distribution
    • Registration ID: 68-0118991 | YC Charity ID: 1067270
    • Processor: Blackbaud Giving Fund
    • ACH: Yes | Admin Registered: Yes | NPO Compliance Active: Yes
  • Baby2Baby - P30 - Children's, Youth Services
    • Registration ID: 46-4503539 | YC Charity ID: 3438870
    • Processor: Blackbaud Giving Fund
    • ACH: Yes | Admin Registered: Yes | NPO Compliance Active: Yes
  • Burn Institute - P20 - Human Service Organizations - Multipurpose
    • Registration ID: 23-7260718 | YC Charity ID: 390438
    • Processor: Blackbaud Giving Fund
    • ACH: No | Admin Registered: Yes | NPO Compliance Active: Yes
  • La Familia Sana - Providing mental health counseling to members of the Latinx community who have been devastated by the loss of income due to wildfires.
    • Registration ID: 86-1711899 | YC Charity ID: 10321214
    • Processor: Blackbaud Giving Fund
    • ACH: No | Admin Registered: Yes | NPO Compliance Active: No
  • ProjectCamp - M20 - Disaster Preparedness and Relief Services
    • Helping communities care for children and families by bringing key organizations and stakeholders together in advance to ensure kids are included in disaster response plans.
    • Registration ID: 84-4640242 | YC Charity ID: 10513808
    • Processor: Blackbaud Giving Fund
    • ACH: No | Admin Registered: Yes | NPO Compliance Active: No

Colorado

  • Denver Foundation - T31 - Community Foundations
    • Registration ID: 84-6048381 | YC Charity ID: 1248865
    • Processor: Blackbaud Giving Fund
    • ACH: Yes | Admin Registered: Yes | NPO Compliance Active: No

Pacific Northwest

  • Carlton Complex Long Term Recovery - M20 - Disaster Preparedness and Relief Services
    • Registration ID: 47-3112482 | YC Charity ID: 4464956
    • Processor: Blackbaud Giving Fund
    • ACH: No | Admin Registered: Yes | NPO Compliance Active: No
  • Oregon Community Foundation - T31 - Community Foundations
    • Registration ID: 23-7315673 | YC Charity ID: 396469
    • Processor: Blackbaud Giving Fund
    • ACH: Yes | Admin Registered: Yes | NPO Compliance Active: Yes

Canada



We are keeping close watch over the news and tracking wildfires that may affect North American and around the world throughout the season. Please expect us to update this page as we discover more resources and organizations supporting these efforts.

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