Starting Anew After Matthew
FAYETTEVILLE, NC – As Hurricane Matthew struck their neighborhood, William kept watch as floodwaters rose. When he and his wife, Barbara, dashed to their vehicle... Read More
Volunteer
Would you or someone you know like to volunteer? When major hurricanes, tornadoes and other devastating storms strike the U.S., volunteers become a key component of Operation Blessing’s disaster relief efforts. From serving hot meals and handing out bags of relief to helping residents salvage precious belongings and aiding in debris removal and cleanup, OBI volunteers are critical to bringing relief in real time!
JOIN A VOLUNTEER TEAM
Operation Blessing Teams are made up of “on-call” volunteers with general and specialized skills who join our teams in the field during times of disaster. When there is a disaster, we’ll contact you (usually via e-mail) asking if you are available. Operation Blessing will supply meals, lodging, equipment, work order coordination and more. Volunteers are only asked to cover the costs of their transportation, including to and from the job sites each day.
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Police Officer: “Without Empathy – You Won’t Get Anywhere”
Operation Blessing has partnered with the Virginia Beach Police Department to help victims of Hurricane Matthew recover.
Police Recruits Serve Hurricane Victims at Home
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – They are learning how to protect, but the recruits of the Virginia Beach Police Department already know how to serve. They... Read More
Carrying His Baby through Neck-High Water
FAYETTEVILLE, NC – Hurricane Matthew slammed Kenyatta’s neighborhood, dumping heavy rains that caused devastating flooding. He knew he had to get his baby girl to... Read More
Hurricane Help For Military Wife
VIRGINIA – Kalynn is used to weathering storms and celebrating milestones without her husband while he is deployed at sea with the U.S. Navy, but... Read More
Hurricane Separates Mother and Son
NORTH CAROLINA – Kim did not worry about her house or her belongings when Hurricane Matthew hit her North Carolina neighborhood—she feared for her son.... Read MoreHurricane Matthew Recovery Begins
Families are now tasked with putting their lives back together after Hurricane Matthew. But they don’t have to do it alone. Operation Blessing is on... Read MoreFlood Victim: “I Can’t Do This”
North Carolina resident Kimberly Butsch was completely overwhelmed when the home she had just moved into with her 3 boys was flooded during Hurricane Matthew.... Read MoreHurricane Matthew: Call For Volunteers
The storm has passed but thousands of people are left devastated and with a long recovery ahead of them. Watch the video to learn how... Read More
October Happenings
Operation Blessing October Happenings BRAZIL: A young man comes face to face with the horrors of human trafficking on the streets of Rio de Janeiro.... Read More
Kohler Partners to Help Louisiana Flood Victims
Kohler Partners to Help Louisiana Flood Victims The Kohler Company donated 500 water filtration systems to help victims of the devastating Louisiana floods, many of... Read More
From Troubled Waters to Extreme Blessing
TEXAS – One of the most devastating floods to hit the Rosenberg, Texas, area stole their home, but an army of volunteers gave it back.... Read More
Putting Hands and Feet on Faith
LOUISIANA – Stephen heard about the threat of flooding and did the best he could to prepare for a few inches of water in his... Read MoreOfficers Help Their Brothers In Blue After Louisiana Floods
Denham Springs police officers were on the front lines helping flood victims while their own homes were also being destroyed. As they continue to work... Read More
To Serve and Protect
LOUISIANA – Rachel’s home is still a mess after historic flooding swept through her neighborhood, but already she and her husband are talking about the... Read More
Thank You Louisiana Flood Volunteers
Thank You Louisiana Flood Volunteers Operation Blessing has been blown away by the incredible Louisiana flood volunteers who have joined us on the ground to... Read MoreAerial Footage Of Louisiana Flooding – Facebook Live Coverage
Historic flooding in Louisiana has destroyed thousands of homes, taken lives and left residents wondering where to turn for help. With little attention from the... Read More
Weak With Cancer, Strong in Faith
LOUISIANA – In a month, Kathy and her husband will celebrate 50 years together, but they may not be able to do it in the... Read MoreThank You For Your Support
The people of Louisiana are hurting and without your generous support Operation Blessing wouldn’t be able to do what we do. Because of you the... Read MoreLouisiana Floods: “We Need Manpower”
As the victims of historic flooding in Baton Rouge, Louisiana begin to rebuild their lives, Operation Blessing needs volunteers to come alongside and help them... Read More
River Runs Through Louisiana Home
LOUISIANA – There is nothing left inside Jacqueline’s house after floodwaters struck—it is all gone. She and her husband barely made it out. “I told... Read MoreFlood Victim: “God Provided Exactly What We Needed”
Stories of residents who struggled to survive before help reached them are beginning to emerge days after historic flooding devastated the region of Baton Rouge,... Read MoreBattling Floodwaters To Deliver Supplies To Louisiana Flood Victims
The Operation Blessing disaster relief team battled flooded roads in Louisiana’s District 81 to bring bottled water, food, and toilet paper to victims who stayed... Read MoreLouisiana Floods: A Call For Help
Louisiana is the site of one of the worst disasters since Superstorm Sandy. Thousands have lost their possessions and their homes. Operation Blessing is on... Read MoreFirst Person Account Of Historic Louisiana Floods
This year, after years of living in her home with no threat of flooding, Marilyn decided to cancel her flood insurance – only to have... Read More
Please see below for a listing of available teams:
Construction
Construction Teams consist of licensed trades such as plumbing, electrical, HVAC, general contractors, carpenters, structural engineers, architects and roofers, as well as those experienced in flooring such as carpet, vinyl, tile and wood. These team members are often called on during the rebuilding and recovery stage of disasters.
Heavy Equipment
In the aftermath of hurricanes, floods and tornadoes, heavy equipment teams are often needed to remove large amounts of debris to assist neighborhoods in the clean-up efforts and prepare them for the process of rebuilding. Team members bring experience in operating equipment such as skid-steers, loaders and more.
Crane
Operation Blessing is looking for individuals with crane experience who can join our crane team to help clear roadways, remove trees off homes and accomplish other specialized projects. OBI has two cranes (a 20-ton National and 18-ton All Terrain Grove) in our fleet that are ready for deployment at a moment’s notice.
General Volunteer
Our General Volunteer Teams consist of individuals who may not have a specialized skill but would still like to serve during times of disaster. These team members will help with general labor such as gutting homes, site assessments, clean-up and more.
Food
Operation Blessing is looking for Food Team members with experience in food management and service at all levels. Our mobile-kitchens are fully equipped, stocked and ready to provide at least 1,000 meals per day, helping to feed local emergency management conducting search and recovery, families and individuals without power and other resources, and also volunteers and clean-up crews.
Medical
When hospitals, pharmacies and clinics are no longer available due to displacement and destruction, Operation Blessing’s Medical Teams bring in licensed and experienced doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals as well as essential medications and equipment to help sustain patients who have suffered the devastation of disaster and are in need of medical treatment.
Dental
With large-scale disasters, some residents are forced to go without dental care or are required to travel far beyond their local areas to find help. Operation Blessing’s Dental Strike Teams consist of licensed dentists, oral surgeons, hygienists and dental assistants who help provide on-site cleanings, extractions and other dental care to families and individuals without insurance.
Complete a registration form and become an available volunteer today!