UPDATED TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2026 3:04 PM EST

Matthew 25: Ministries is responding to the severe storms and flooding that engulfed parts of Kentucky on June 27 and 28, causing extensive damage and submerging multiple communities.

Heavy storms and severe flooding have deluged parts of Kentucky, with multiple cities and counties declaring states of emergencies, including Albany, Brandenburg, Burkesville, McKee and Muldraugh as well as Bullitt, Clinton, Cumberland, Garrard, Grayson, Jackson, Jessamine, Madison, Meade, Mercer, Metcalf, Spencer and Wayne counties.  The storms caused widespread flooding, water rescues and evacuations as well as a dangerous landslide that included part of a dam embankment. Several casualties have been reported.

On Monday, June 29, Matthew 25: Ministries deployed a disaster response team to deliver aid to areas impacted by the storms. Supplies to be distributed included personal hygiene kits personal care kits, hygiene products, clean-up tools, first aid and safety kits, charging stations and more. Matthew 25 will continue supporting these areas with shipments to assist with long-term recovery needs.

“This flooding is having a devastating effect on these rural communities,” said CEO Tim Mettey. “Many areas are submerged with limited access to critical supplies and services. Helping our neighbors recover from this destructive event, giving them hope and helping them regain a semblance of normalcy is our immediate focus. We have supported these areas in the past and will continue to support them during their recovery from this.”

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 Kentucky Flooding 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 Kentucky Flooding may do so by writing “2026 Kentucky Flooding” 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 Kentucky Flooding will be used for the purpose intended.