Dixie Fire (Library)

This page is split between information related to the Library in relation to the Dixie Fire and general resources and help for Dixie Fire Survivors (including information on financial assistance, donations, etc.)  

Library Information

Branch Information

The Greenville Pop-Up Branch Moved, Starting June 4 2022:

Greenville High School (117 Grand St in Greenville, CA 95947) - Room #402.

Map for GRV High school site

Public parking is on Grand St.; please stay out of the way of any buses. ADA parking only is toward the elementary school. There are posted signs along the way.

Hours:

  • Tuesday - Thursday: 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
  •  Saturday: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

If you have questions or need to contact someone, you can call the Quincy Branch at 530-283-6310 or email them at pclibq@psln.com. You'll also be able to start directly emailing the Greenville Pop-Up Branch at pclibg@psln.com

More information about any events happening at the Greenville Pop-Up Branch is listed on the News and Events page.

Please note that borrowed items may be returned to the Greenville site during open hours only or at any Plumas County Library branch (book drops at the other branches are open 24/7.) 

Wi-Fi, Computers, Printing, and Other Services

All three permanent branches have public computers, printing and copying capability, and 24/7 Wi-Fi availability.

Greenville Pop-Up has Wi-Fi during open hours, and public computers (laptops only, for on-site use only), copying, printing, and scanning are available.

Library Cards

Cards lost to the Dixie Fire can be replaced for free. If you do not have a library card, you can always apply for one, see this link for more information about types of cards and how to apply.

Checked Out Items

Resolution 22-8679 passed on April 5 2022 to allow all accounts to be cleaned of all Dixie Fire-related materials, all lost materials labeled as such in the catalog, fines associated with Greenville, Canyon Dam, and Indian Falls patrons removed, and any fines associated with evacuations or fire damage waived. We will be working with our catalog vendor to get everything squared away in the next few weeks. If you are currently being blocked and need access to your card, please contact Quincy at 530-283-6310 or pclibq@psln.com.

Last Update May 17, 2022: Accounts should be cleared of all fines, checked-out items, and so on for all Greenville, Canyondam, and Indian Falls patrons. New fines can still be added to your account going forward, but all past fines have been cleared. If you still have something on your account from pre-Nov 2021, please contact the Quincy Library at 530-283-6310 or pclibq@psln.com.

Donations for Greenville Library Services

The Library is currently taking book donations.

Our lovely County Library & Friends Group neighbors in El Dorado created a GoFundMe page for our Library specifically.

Monetary donations for the library can be mailed to Quincy Library at 445 Jackson St. Quincy CA 95971 or brought to the Front Desk. (Please make checks payable to Plumas County Library; please put Greenville Donation on the memo line.)  

Monetary donations can also be directed to the Quincy Friends of the Library, who are running the Greenville funds. They can be mailed to 445 Jackson St. Quincy CA 95971 or brought to the Front Desk. (Please make checks payable to Quincy Friends of the Library; please put Greenville Donation on the memo line.)


Resources    

Last Updated January 11, 2023

Click here for the press release about the settlement with PG&E, April 11 2022 (And click here for a Q&A for more details about the settlement.) The portal is at https://www.dp4cr.com/. Under supporting documents, APN refers to the Assessor's Parcel Number; please click here to get your number.

As of December 2021, this page will no longer be updated with local fundraisers and giveaways. Suggested Facebook groups to follow to be informed about fundraisers, giveaways, and other events related to the Dixie Fire: Rebuilding Greenville & The Rebuilding Greenville Resource Center & Dixie, Caldor, Beckwourth,Colfax Fires🔥Help, Adoption, Resource & Aide & Plumas County Dixie Fire Evacuation Needs.  This growing google doc offers items, shelter, etc to those in need from the fires.

The following is to supplement the County Website's resources and falls into the following categories: General Resource Lists  |  Post-Fire, Lost Items |  Homeowners & Landowners | Livestock & Ranchers | Unemployment | Financial Assistance | Housing Help | Legal Assistance | Misc Assistance | Pets | Distribution Centers - Food, Supplies, etc | Mental & Physical Health | Donations | Scam Alerts  

General Resource Lists

Homeowners & Landowners

Livestock & Ranchers

Unemployment

Financial Assistance

  • Plumas Rural Services (PRS) is receiving and administering Dixie Fire donations, which will provide $500 per household in the form of a prepaid credit card for Greenville residents who have lost their homes. Applications may be downloaded from the agency’s website or filled out at PRS’s main office at 711 E. Main Street in Quincy.  Funds are available on a first-come, first-served basis until the GoFundMe campaign donations are exhausted. Recipients will be required to provide identification and the address of their lost home to verify eligibility. For more information go to www.plumasruralservices.org or call 530-283-2735. They are also assisting people in applying for financial aid from other organizations.
  • Plumas County Office of Education is now accepting applications for relief fund grants for students, staff, and families of all public, private, and charter schools within the county. The office continues to receive donated funds, which will be disbursed to qualifying individuals as funds allow. The maximum amount will be $500 per application, with reapplication available every 14 days. The actual amount distributed per individual will depend upon the number of applications and funds available at the time. To apply, please complete the online application or visit your local school facility office to submit a paper form. Please send any questions to Brandy Gray at bgray@pcoe.k12.ca.us.
  • Plumas County veterans who are in need of assistance can contact Scott Quade at 863-9599 or Richard Dolezal at 283-5515.
  • Find assistance with the American Red Cross - financial assistance to individuals whose homes were destroyed (though individuals who received significant structural damage may also be eligible for partial assistance) or who need immediate assistance with things like medication replacement and glasses replacement can sign up at 855-755-7711 (Mon-Sat, 8 am-8 pm.) Proof of fire-impacted address and ID will be required for financial assistance and only one application is accepted per address. 
  • California Teachers Association (CTA) Disaster Relief Fund Grant provides financial assistance to CTA members who have experienced significant losses due to disasters in California. Apply on their website
  • United Way of Northern California is offering up to $500 per household that has sustained 50% or more damage. The residence must be your primary residence. Applications may take up to 3 weeks to process. In order to process your application, a copy of your ID or other proof of your impacted address is required. Apply Online
  • The Rotary District 5190 is offering aid to victims of the Fire. See their website for more information and their application.

Housing Help

  • EmergencyRV provides emergency and transitional housing to displaced survivors of natural disasters. You can apply online here and more information is available on their website. 

Legal Assistance

Misc Assistance

  • California Phones from the California Telephone Access Program (CTAP) provides free specialized phones and accessories for your mobile phone to all qualified Californians. These devices make it easier to hear, dial, and call. (You must live in California, already have telephone service, and require a doctor or other certifying agent’s signature.) Anyone who was in this program and who lost phone items in the Dixie Fire is eligible for free replacement.

Pets

Mental & Physical Health

Donations

  • Library - Thank you for your support!
    • We are slowly taking book donations. Please contact Lindsay at 530-283-6310 in advance for large amounts for Greenville.
    • Our lovely County Library & Friends Group neighbors in El Dorado created a GoFundMe page for our Library specifically.
    • Monetary donations for the library can be mailed to Quincy Library at 445 Jackson St. Quincy CA 95971 or brought to the Front Desk. (Please make checks payable to Plumas County Library; please put Greenville Donation on the memo line.)  
    • Monetary donations can also be directed to the Quincy Friends of the Library, who are running the Greenville funds.  They can be mailed to Quincy Library at 445 Jackson St. Quincy CA 95971 or brought to the Front Desk. (Please make checks payable to Quincy Friends of the Library; please put Greenville Donation on the memo line.)  

Donating Items to Dixie Fire Survivors

Donating Money to Dixie Fire Survivors

  • Plumas Rural Services (PRS) - Supporters looking to send donations to victims in addition to those covered by the GoFundMe campaign can send monetary donations to Plumas Rural Services, Attn: Dixie Fire Victims, 711 E. Main Street, Quincy, CA 95971. All proceeds received by PRS via both methods will go directly to victims of the Dixie Fire.
  • Plumas Crisis Intervention and Resource Center - this is set up through Plumas Bank; to donate, reach out to your branch of Plumas Bank and simply request to make a donation to the Dixie Fire Relief Fund, or mail it to PCIRC c/o Ohana House at PO Box 3005, Quincy, CA 95971 earmarked for this fund. You can also donated directly through their website by clicking this link.       
  • The Almanor Foundation Wildfire Relief Fund.  
  • Dixie Fire-Help Indian Valley Community - GoFundMe created by Miranda Hald and Michelle Clement (Plumas News)
  • The Common Good Community Foundation, has established a matching fund to assist all local communities impacted by the Dixie Fire.  All donations will be distributed to Plumas County agencies involved in directly assisting communities and individuals most affected by the fire. Donations are tax deductible and can be made via the foundation’s website at commongoodplumas.org or by mailing donations to: The Common Good Community Foundation  Dixie Fire Matching Fund  364 Johnsville Road, Graeagle, CA 96103. Cash or check donations can also be dropped off from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday at The Lost Sierra Chamber & Visitor Center 8989 Highway 89, Suites 2 & 3 Blairsden, CA 96103. 
  • Plumas County Office of Education (PCOE) will be accepting donations to support all students, staff, and families of all public, private, and charter schools within our county.  Gifts may be directed to specific support, schools, or initiatives. While all donations are greatly appreciated, displaced families may have needs such as gas, or food, rather than items that may be difficult to transport or that may take up additional space in shelters and/or motel rooms.  Directed monetary or gift card donations may be sent to PCOE attn: Dixie Fire Donations, 50 Church Street, Quincy, CA 95971. Please do not send cash, and remember to include your name and mailing address, so that we may provide a letter for tax deduction purposes.  General donations to support students, staff, and families of all public, private, and charter schools within our county may also be made online via the PCOE Dixie Fire Relief Fund.   (Plumas News)
  • A local resident has organized a Dixie Fire Relief Facebook group for members to share their links or those of other community members who have been impacted. The "Adopt A Dixie Fire Family" group is for families and people that are from Greenville, Canyon Dam, Indian Valley, Janesville and other surrounding areas that have lost their homes in the Dixie Fire.
  • Individual victims and families are setting up GoFundMe pages too. To prevent falling for scams, they are being vetted and campaigns are putting up on the Sierra Institute site (which also cuts the GoFundMe service fees) and the Dixie Fire Relief site.  (Plumas News)
  • If you would like to support veterinarian and surgery costs, please consider making a monetary donation to the GoFundMe set up by a veterinarian working with Plumas County Animal Services.  (Plumas News; 8/20/21)

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