The Grizzly Flats West Slope Foundation (GFWS Foundation) was created by local residents who have been impacted by the Caldor Fire. The primary mission of the GFWS Foundation is to help local residents recover from the Caldor Fire. The GFWS Foundation seeks to provide monetary compensation and logistics coordination to help with the recovery and rebuilding process. Residents impacted by the Caldor Fire are encouraged to submit an application for relief. GFWS Foundation also accepts donations. For more information, contact GFWS Foundation by emailing info@gfwsfoundation.org. or calling (916) 384-7751. The Grizzly Flats West Slope Foundation (GFWS Foundation) is an entity of the Fairplay-Aukum Community Hall Association (FACHA).

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El Dorado Community Foundation has established several funds to support families. El Dorado Community Foundation accepts monetary donations to help victims of the Caldor Fire. All donations to the Caldor Fire Fund will be unrestricted. They offer a Caldor Fire Recovery Application for those impacted to receive monetary help. A tutorial video is available to help residents understand the application process.

Direct all questions to bill@eldoradocf.org.

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For over 20 years the Food Bank of El Dorado County has helped our neighbors who struggle to make ends meet. The Food Bank has relationships with many local non-profit organizations, businesses and government agencies to ensure people are fed. In addition to the Emergency Food Assistance Network, they have also started a Commodity Supplemental Food Program for seniors over 60, free farmer’s market events, and the No Vet Goes Hungry Program. The Food Bank welcomes visitors and volunteers who want to help feed people, and there other ways to give help as well. If you or anyone you know, is in need of food, contact the Food Bank of El Dorado County for assistance.

Food Bank of El Dorado County
4550 Business Drive
Cameron Park, CA 95682

Website: https://www.foodbankedc.org

Phone: (530) 621-9950

Hours: (M-F 8:30-12:00, 12:30-3:00)

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The Golden Sierra Job Training Agency is a regional agency serving Alpine, El Dorado, Nevada, Placer and Sierra Counties. The mission of Golden Sierra is to offer quality workforce investment services that provide both employers and individuals the opportunity to achieve and sustain economic prosperity. The focus of the agency is to help individuals gain the training necessary to enter into their desired workforce, and to match them with employers in the respective industries. Golden Sierra programs include Paid Internships, Job Training, Veteran Services, Disability Services, Ticket to Work and Hiring Incentives. Resources available are: Find a Job Center, Youth Resource Guide, Business Resource Guide and Calendar of Events. For specific questions, contact Golden Sierra at (916) 746-7722.

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El Dorado County accepts certain household hazardous waste from local residents. The Environmental Management Department provides information regarding what constitutes household hazardous waste, and the proper ways of disposing the waste. On November 20th, El Dorado County will host another household hazardous waste collection event by appointment only. To participate in the upcoming waste collection event, please contact the Environmental Management Department directly by phone at (530) 621-5300 or by email at hhw@edcgov.us to schedule an appointment.

When: November 20th 2021, from 9am to 12pm

Where:

Fire Station 86 3670
Bass Lake Road
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762

Scheduled Appointment Required.

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