UPDATED WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2026 10:43 AM EST

Matthew 25: Ministries is responding to Hurricane Isaias, which made landfall near Destin, Florida, on Friday, October 9, as a Category 2 hurricane with sustained winds of 105 mph. The powerful storm brought destructive winds, dangerous storm surge, and torrential rainfall to communities along the northern Gulf Coast, with the Florida Panhandle and southern Alabama experiencing significant impacts. Wind gusts reached 116 mph near Santa Rosa Sound, while water levels in Panama City Beach rose approximately 5.6 feet above the average high tide level. Rainfall totals of 4–8 inches, with locally higher amounts, have threatened communities with flash flooding as the storm moves inland. Isaias has caused widespread power outages, downed trees and power lines, blocked roadways, and damage to homes, businesses, and infrastructure across affected areas.

In collaboration with corporate partners Procter & Gamble, Walmart, Duracell, Tide Loads of Hope, and Gorilla Glue, Matthew 25: Ministries and its Code 3 Search and Rescue Team are responding to provide critical emergency assistance and relief to communities impacted by Hurricane Isaias. Code 3 personnel were pre-positioned ahead of landfall to support search and rescue operations, assisting individuals who may be trapped, injured, or in immediate danger. Matthew 25’s Disaster Response Team is also mobilized to provide essential supplies and services to families facing the immediate aftermath of the storm.

In addition to supporting critical search and rescue efforts, Matthew 25: Ministries is coordinating the delivery of essential relief supplies and the deployment of specialized Disaster Response Fleet resources to affected communities. Available resources include the Tide Loads of Hope mobile laundry unit, mobile shower and restroom facilities, charging services, and emergency supplies such as personal care products, cleaning items, paper products, batteries, and other necessities. As communities begin the difficult process of recovery, Matthew 25 remains committed to providing help, hope, and essential relief through every stage of disaster response, from immediate rescue and relief efforts to long-term recovery and rebuilding.

DISASTER RELIEF RESOURCES
If you or someone you know has been impacted by Hurricane Isaias, view the list below for information on where to find us.

PARTNERS	SERVICE	LOCATION	DATE	TIME
	Free relief and cleanup supplies	The team will distribute supplies throughout impacted communities in Pensacola, Pace, and surrounding areas.	10.14.26	9 AM - 5 PM CDT
	Free laundry services There is a limit of 2 loads of laundry per household. All washable items, with the exception of heavy bedding, will be accepted	Walmart Supercenter 8970 Pensacola Biva Pensacola, FL 32534 Walmart Supercenter 4965 US-90 Pace, FL 32571	10.14.26	9 AM - 5 PM CDT, or until capacity is reached

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 Hurricane Isaias 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:

Volunteering:

• Volunteers are essential to the work of Matthew 25: Ministries. If you are interested in volunteering at our facility in Blue Ash, OH please visit our volunteering page for more information on how to get involved.

Donors who would like to designate their financial gifts for the 2026 Hurricane Isaias may do so by writing “2026 Hurricane Isaias” 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 Hurricane Isaias will be used for the purpose intended.