Want to help tornado survivors in Missouri and throughout the U.S.? Here's what to do!

Donate or Volunteer

• The Missouri State Emergency Management Agency has established a web portal to coordinate donations and volunteers.  Keep in mind that cash is the preferred method because it offers voluntary agencies the most flexibility in obtaining the most-needed resources and pumps money into the local economy to help businesses recover as well.
  

• Those in Missouri can also call 2-1-1 in most areas for information on volunteering their time or making a donation.  This 2-1-1 service, operated by the United Way, is available through much of Missouri.  For those who are out of state or unable to get through on 2-1-1, call 1-800-427-4626. Those with medical skills interested in volunteering can go online at www.showmeresponse.org.
  

• Remember,  unsolicited donated goods such as used clothing, miscellaneous household items, and mixed or perishable foodstuffs require helping agencies to redirect valuable resources away from providing services to sort, package, transport, warehouse, and distribute items that may not meet the needs of disaster survivors.

Helping survivors in other states

• For those who have been affected in Alabama or other states outside Missouri or those who want to help can visit www.fema.gov/howtohelp.

Other Resources

• If you or someone you know is looking for a friend or relative who may have been affected the storms, visit www.Redcross.org/safeandwell.
  
  

  CARE: The very best way to help.

  (C)ash - Financial gifts get help to people fast.

  (A)sk before collecting items that may not be needed.

  (R)espond by volunteering with a local relief agency.

  (E)veryone can help. Go to a local volunteer center.

Hurricane Season Starts June 1!

Hurricane season starts June 1 and is quickly approaching. As the the lead agency for volunteer and donations management for disaster preparedness, response and recovery, Volunteer Florida has been gearing up for the season with hurricane trainings and drill exercises in the event of a disaster. To get you and your family prepared, check out the great hurricane blowout!