UPDATED TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2026 10:45 AM EST

Matthew 25: Ministries is responding to widespread damage and prolonged power outages caused by a historic series of severe winter storms stretching from New Mexico to New England over the weekend of January 23 – 25. The storms have impacted tens of millions of people across multiple states. At their peak, nearly one million residents were without power as snow and ice—exceeding a foot in many areas—caused power lines to collapse. At least 85 fatalities have been attributed to the storms.

The South experienced rare levels of snow and ice not seen in decades, accompanied by dangerously low temperatures and widespread outages with uncertain timelines for power restoration. Across affected regions, the winter storm system caused major disruptions, including suspended public transportation, thousands of canceled airline flights, extremely hazardous driving conditions, and school closures.

“This was an extremely dangerous storm system that continues to impact areas not accustomed to this level of winter weather, especially ice,” said CEO Tim Mettey. “Our team is working with partners in these areas to assess critical needs and monitor when we can safely gain access to the impacted areas. Our team is ready, and once we are able to deploy, we will provide supplies, comfort, care, and essential services to affected people. We will bring hope to these communities as they begin to dig out from this storm system.”

In collaboration with Procter & Gamble and Walmart, Matthew 25: Ministries deployed our Disaster Response Fleet, including P&G’s Tide Loads of Hope Mobile Laundry Unit and the P&G x Walmart Mobile Shower Unit, to provide essential supplies and services to areas impacted by the storms. Additionally, Matthew 25 deployed the Duracell PowerForward truck, equipped to carry up to 20,000 Duracell batteries as well as on-board charging stations for mobile devices, and trucks stocked with much-needed items such as Cintas First Aid & Safety Kits.

Matthew 25 is shipping truckloads of relief to partners in the impacted areas and will continue to help as long as there is a need.

DISASTER RELIEF RESOURCES

If you or someone you know has been impacted by the January Winter Storm, check our online Disaster Relief Resource Map for resources in your area.

SERVICES & DISTRIBUTION

1.30.26 – 2.8.26 Oxford, Ripley, New Albany, & Hickory Flat, MS | Our Disaster Response Team delivered urgent relief to communities impacted by the severe winter storms. The following reflects totals distributed and services provided during the deployment:

• Services: Nearly 2,500 loads of laundry and 230 showers provided.
• Distribution: Approximately 475 P&G Personal Care Kits, 14,000 rolls of paper products, 80 cases of diapers, 220 cases of Tide pods, 350 Cintas First Aid and Safety Kits, 9,600 Duracell batteries, and 1,700 Duracell power banks distributed. In addition the team provided food to a distribution center and cleanup tools, including generators, chainsaws, drill kits, and more.
• Shipments: So far, we have shipped over 4 truckloads, totaling more than 60,500 pounds of relief aid to those impacted by the storms.

WAYS TO HELP

• Donate online or mail checks to Matthew 25: Ministries, 11060 Kenwood Road, Blue Ash, OH 45242 (100% of donated funds designated for the 2026 January Winter Storm will be used for the purpose intended).

• Cases of bottled water: 12 and 24 count
• Personal care products: Antibacterial soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, body wash, deodorant, lotion, etc.
• Cleaning supplies: Laundry detergents, general cleaner, sponges, bleach (powdered form is preferred), mops, scrub brushes, buckets, rubber gloves, etc.
• Paper products: Toilet paper, paper towels, etc.
• Baby and infant supplies: Diapers, wipes, diaper rash ointment, baby wash, baby shampoo, baby lotion, etc.
• First-aid items: Bandages, gauze, pads, first aid tape, antiseptic creams, hydrogen peroxide, alcohol, latex gloves, instant cold packs, etc.
• Candles and flashlights: If necessary, please include the appropriate size batteries with any flashlight donation
• Clean-up supplies: Protective eyewear, work gloves, trash bags etc.

Additional Donation Drop-Off Locations:

Donors who would like to designate their financial gifts for the 2026 January Winter Storm may do so by writing “2026 January Winter Storm” in the memo line of their check or by typing it in the “Additional Information” field of the online giving form. Please mail checks to Matthew 25: Ministries, 11060 Kenwood Road, Blue Ash, OH 45242. 100% of donated funds designated for the 2026 January Winter Storm will be used for the purpose intended.