12/18/2025
💙 | COMMUNITY SUPPORT & WAYS TO HELP 💙
Our small community has shown incredible strength, compassion, and generosity in the wake of the Patten fire. From spreading the word to offering support in every way possible, Patten and the surrounding areas continue to show up for our neighbors in need.
💰 MONETARY DONATIONS
Monetary donations are being accepted through multiple avenues.
Raye Porter has organized a GoFundMe on behalf of all Patten fire victims. In addition, individual GoFundMe pages have been created for some victims, which can be found by searching “Patten Fire” on the GoFundMe website. Raye Porter will also serve as the point of contact for all additional monetary donations. Monetary Donations can be made to the Katahdin Trust - let them know the donation is for the Patten Fire Victims!
Donation jars will also be placed at local businesses in Patten for anyone wishing to contribute in person.
🧺 DONATION DROP-OFF LOCATIONS
Patten Stetson Methodist Church is accepting donations including:
Clothing & outside wear
~Womens tops; Medium, Large, Extra Large, 1x, 2x & 3x
~Womens bottoms; Size 10, 12, 14 & large/extra large pants
~Womens Shoes & Boots; Size 7, 8, 8, 8.5 wide
~~~~Winter Wear needed~~~~
Personal Care & Hygiene Products for women & men
~Mens Winter Muk Boots Size 9
All Household items
Trow Blankets & Bedding
F.A. Peabody – Sherman Office will also be collecting clothing and personal hygiene items. Donations can be dropped off in person or coordinated by calling (207) 365-4238 between 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
🎤🍝 BENEFIT EVENTS
🎤 Karaoke Fundraiser
📅 Saturday, December 20th
⏰ 8:30 PM – 11:00 PM
📍 The Slice – Island Falls, ME
💲 $5 door charge
❤️ All door fees plus any additional donations will go directly toward helping Patten fire victims.
🚚 A donation trailer will be available on Saturday for anyone wishing to drop off items. Please reach out to The Slice for additional information.
🍝 Benefit Supper
📅 Sunday, December 21st
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Sherman Rec Department
Spaghetti Dinner & Potluck
🤍 All donations and proceeds will be donated to the Patten Fire Fund to help victims who have been displaced.
👕 Patten Strong Merch Fundraiser
Sam Richardson is currently working on organizing a Patten Strong merchandise fundraiser. Once details are finalized, a flyer will be shared. A portion of proceeds will benefit Patten fire victims.
🏠 LOOKING AHEAD – LONG-TERM SUPPORT
With our small community working tirelessly each day to spread the word, share love, and show generosity, one important question remains: what about the long term?
Our community is actively working to identify permanent housing solutions for those impacted. If you have knowledge of local, affordable housing options, please reach out. Many of the displaced residents are on fixed incomes, so affordability is critical. Even a single lead or suggestion could make a meaningful difference.
Thank you for continuing to support our neighbors and standing strong together. 💙
