AUGUST 28, 7 P.M. UPDATE
The Wildfire Fund Drive's in-person effort has come to an end, but the generosity of the Northern Nevada community has already made a strong impact.
KTVN 2 News Nevada, Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada, Reno Media Group, and the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa want to thank everyone who came out Friday to donate in person, as well as everyone who has already contributed online.
The response throughout the day has been incredible, with the drive so far raising $90,000 and counting!
As donations continue to be counted and additional numbers become available, we will provide updates.
If you weren't able to make it to the drive, there's still a way to help. The in-person collection may be over, but donations are still being accepted through several options.
DONATE ONLINE
You can make an online donation through Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada at CCSNN.ORG.
You can also scan the Wildfire Fund Drive QR code below to donate.
DONATE BY PHONE
Call Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada at (775) 322-7073, ext. 220.
DONATE BY MAIL
Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada
PO Box 5099
Reno, NV 89513
Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada's EIN is 88-0339754.
YOUR DONATION STAYS LOCAL
All money raised through the Wildfire Fund Drive will stay local and go toward helping people affected by the fires.
The in-person drive wrapped up at 7 p.m. Friday after KTVN 2 News Nevada, Reno Media Group, Atlantis Casino Resort Spa and Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada joined forces for the community-wide effort.
Fundraising totals will be updated as additional information becomes available.
AUGUST 28, 12:45 P.M. UPDATE
The Wildfire Fund Drive is underway now to help local families recover and rebuild after devastating wildfires across Northern Nevada. KTVN 2 News, Reno Media Group, Atlantis Casino Resort Spa and Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada have joined forces for a community-wide effort to provide local wildfire relief.
WILDFIRE FUND DRIVE
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THE NEED IS GREAT
Recent wildfires across Northern Nevada have destroyed and severely damaged homes and businesses, leaving families facing the difficult process of recovery and rebuilding.
The Hawk Fire alone resulted in 47 homes completely destroyed and another 14 severely damaged, along with significant damage to a large commercial property.
For families who have lost so much, recovery can be a long road. The Wildfire Fund Drive is giving Northern Nevadans an easy way to help their neighbors during that difficult time.
YOUR DONATION STAYS LOCAL
On Friday, KTVN 2 News, Reno Media Group, Atlantis Casino Resort Spa and Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada are joining forces for the Wildfire Fund Drive.
Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada will be on site throughout the event, helping collect donations and assisting with the effort to get resources where they are needed.
The organization works closely with other nonprofit organizations in the community to help coordinate assistance for people facing difficult circumstances.
All money raised through the Wildfire Fund Drive will stay local and go toward helping people affected by the fires.
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WHERE TO DONATE
The collection will be set up in the west parking lot of Atlantis Casino Resort Spa, near the Skywalk entrance along South Virginia Street.
Donating is designed to be easy. Drivers can enter the collection area and drop off their donation without having to leave their vehicle.
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HOW YOU CAN HELP
Scan the QR code
You can also use the event QR code to make an online donation.
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LIVE COVERAGE FRIDAY
KTVN 2 News Nevada and Reno Media Group will bring the Wildfire Fund Drive directly to viewers and listeners throughout the day.
2 News Nevada will provide live updates throughout the afternoon, including coverage during the noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. hours, along with additional coverage during the 4 p.m. newscasts.
Sarah Johns and Ryan Canaday will also bring viewers a live segment from the fundraiser during 2 Plus You Nevada in the 3 p.m. hour.
Reno Media Group stations will have live remotes from the Atlantis throughout the afternoon and evening, along with promotional spots and on-air conversations encouraging the community to take part.
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HELP SPREAD THE WORD
You don't have to be able to attend the fundraiser to make a difference.
Share information about the Wildfire Fund Drive with your friends, family and social media followers. Helping more people learn about the effort can help connect additional resources with families who need them.
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THANK YOU TO OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS
These organizations are helping support the Wildfire Fund Drive and our neighbors affected by the fires.
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COME BY FRIDAY. GIVE WHAT YOU CAN.
Help our neighbors recover from the fires.
Friday, August 28 | Noon–7 p.m.
Atlantis Casino Resort Spa • West Parking Lot
DONATE ONLINE: CCSNN.ORG
Every contribution can help provide support to Northern Nevada families as they begin the long road to recovery.
