THEY GOT OUT. NOW WE HAVE TO KEEP THEM FED.
Thousands of acres of grazing land and winter hay stores across Okanogan County were wiped out in hours by the wildfire. While these animals were evacuated safely from the flames, we are now facing a secondary crisis: a total lack of feed.
Our valley urgently needs 170+ tons of hay to sustain displaced livestock through the coming months. We recently experienced a major heartbreak when an expected hay shipment fell through, making immediate local support even more critical.
We have formally applied for emergency relief grants through Fleet of Angels and Best Friends Animal Society, and we are currently waiting for official word. But while government and national processes work through their administrative pipelines, these animals need to eat today.
How You Can Help Right Now:
- Donate Directly to Feed: Every dollar raised goes straight toward purchasing and hauling emergency hay, grain, and supplies to fire-impacted properties.
- Donate Local Hay or Credit: If you have local hay to supply or want to purchase credit at a regional feed store, please reach out to us immediately.
- Spread the Word: Share this post so potential donors, haulers, and grant decision-makers see the reality on the ground in Tonasket and surrounding Okanogan County.
NEEDS EMERGENCY HAY OR ASSISTANCE?
If you are a local livestock owner impacted by the wildfire needing immediate feed support, please contact Fur Ever Yours Animal Rescue or our partners at Okanogan County Everything Dogs directly.
Hay is on the way through Best Friends Animal Society to support families impacted by the Sinlahekin Fire in Pine Creek, Tonasket, and Loomis.
If your dogs, cats, livestock, or other animals were displaced, injured, or you lost feed or shelter in the fire, please reach out. Send us a text or call so we can add you to our animal‑needs list.
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We are requesting additional support for other animals as well.
This list will stay focused on households directly impacted.
Neighbors helping neighbors — always.
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