U.S. Department of the Interior | BLM Colorado

Garfield County shares this information to provide a more detailed summary for public awareness to honor the commitment and dedication in respect of the five firefighters impacted by the Knowles Fire.

Knowles Fire Memorial Donation Information

Supporting and Honoring the Families and Firefighters Impacted by the Knowles Fire

Many individuals, organizations, and communities have asked how they can show their support. The following donation channels have been chosen by the families.

Individual and Family Support Opportunities

In Memory of Sydney Watson

Donate to the Wildland Firefighter Foundation
This foundation provides support to injured wildland firefighters and the families of firefighters who died in the line-of-duty through immediate and long-term assistance, including travel, emergency financial support, and family services.

Donate to the National Park Foundation in Memory of Sydney Watson
Memorial gifts honor Sydney’s dedication to public lands while supporting the ongoing stewardship and preservation of America’s National Parks.

In Memory of Nicholas “Nick” Hutcherson

Support the Family of Nicholas A. Hutcherson (GoFundMe) This fund was established to provide direct support to Nick’s family and loved ones following his line-of-duty death.

In Memory of Emily Barker

Support Emily Barker’s Family (GoFundMe) This fund was established to assist Emily’s
family with travel and related expenses following her line-of-duty death.

Support For The Five Affected Firefighters and Families

Donate to the Snyder Fire Family Assistance Fund (Alpine Bank) Alpine Bank has established the Snyder Fire Firefighter Families Benefit Account to support the families of the five firefighters impacted by the Snyder Fire. The fund provides direct financial assistance to the families of the three firefighters who lost their lives and the two firefighters who were injured. Alpine Bank has contributed an initial $25,000, and community members, businesses, and organizations are invited to join in supporting these families during this incredibly difficult time. All donated funds will go directly to the affected families.

Thank you for standing with these firefighters, their families, and the entire wildland fire community during this difficult time.