The Lakeland Fire Assistance Fund stood at $50,000 as of Monday and it's growing.
"Given it's been just a week since the explosion and fire leveled the sawmill, the total funds received as of today was overwhelming, and very much appreciated", said Foundation executive director Judy Neiser.
The Foundation has been notified of some substantial donations on the way, she added.
The disaster killed two employees, Alan Little and Glenn Roche, and put 150 employees out of work with the sawmill's future uncertain.
Several businesses and groups have set up campaigns to raise further money and two local women, Michelle Yeager and Leilani Moleschi, have ordered 10,000 wrist bands with ?We remember Lakeland Mills? that will sell for $2 each. Locations for their sale will be available shortly.
The Prince George Community Foundation was designated the central agency to accept
donations on behalf of the employees and their families.
Anyone wishing to donate can do so through its website at www.pgcf.ca by clicking the red "Donate Now" button and designating it to go to the Lakeland Fire Assistance Fund.
Donations can also be made by cheque payable to The Prince George Community Foundation and mailed to PO Box 1204 Station A, Prince George, BC V2L 4V3 or by calling (250) 562-7772.
All donations will be issued an official income tax receipt.
"The employees and families will undoubtedly have immediate needs, but there will be needs
that go on for an indefinite period of time as well," Neiser said.
- The Canadian Red Cross is holding a community meeting on Tuesday at Civic Centre, 7 p.m. start to bring residents together with agencies to aid in recovery.
The meeting is open to anyone who has been been impacted by the disaster.
"It is important the members of the community know what services are available, and feel supported as the situation progresses," Red Cross officials said.
