08/06/2026
Our thoughts are with our members, their families, and all those affected by the devastating Spokane-area wildfires. Support is now available for impacted families through the REALTORS® Relief Foundation. Please see the post below for information about the approved grant and how to apply for assistance.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
REALTORS® Relief Foundation Announces $500K Relief Grant to Aid Spokane, Stevens, and Lincoln County Wildfires
SPOKANE, WA (August 5, 2026) – Realtors Relief Foundation (RRF) announced a $500,000 grant in disaster relief aid made available to communities in Spokane, Stevens, and Lincoln counties affected by the wildfires burning across the region, including the Old Trails, Fairview, and Autumn Lane fires. Funds will be made available to the public to assist disaster victims with housing payments as relief and recovery efforts continue.
"The wildfires that have swept through our region have caused a scale of loss our community has never seen, and we are deeply grateful for the REALTORS® Relief Foundation's swift support," said Spokane REALTORS® President Lee McIntryre. "This grant will provide critical relief to families who have lost everything, and we encourage everyone who is able to join RRF in supporting our neighbors through this recovery."
Since 2001, RRF has marked 25 years of disaster relief work, disbursing tens of millions of dollars in aid to families nationwide. The National Association of REALTORS® covers all administrative costs, ensuring 100% of every dollar collected is distributed directly to disaster relief causes.
Those affected by the wildfires in Spokane, Stevens, and Lincoln counties may apply for grant assistance in person at any of the following locations:
EXIT Real Estate Professionals – 1403 S Grand Blvd 101N, Spokane (South Hill)
REMAX Inland Empire – 2026 N Washington St, Spokane (North Central)
Coldwell Banker Tomlinson – 8205 N Division, Spokane (North)
Windermere City Group – 1237 W Summit Pkwy, Spokane (Kendall Yards)
Realty ONE Group Eclipse – 1414 W Garland Ave 100, Spokane (Garland)
When a major disaster occurs, RRF mobilizes its outreach efforts and turns to NAR members and other constituents for support. Members of the public who wish to give can text RRF4WA to 71777 or visit bit.ly/RRF4WA. You can learn more about RRF by visiting www.nar.realtor/rrf.
