MARCH TORNADO OUTBREAK 2025
UPDATED WEDNESDAY, MAY 7, 2025 2:19 PM EST
Matthew 25: Ministries is responding to a powerful series of storms that swept through communities over the weekend of March 14-16, leaving a trail of devastation across the Midwest, South, and Plains. The system brought deadly tornadoes, destructive wildfires, dust storms, extreme winds, and severe thunderstorms, causing widespread destruction. Homes and infrastructure were destroyed, hundreds of thousands were left without power, and dangerous debris now covers entire landscapes. More than 40 lives were lost in the 80 reported tornadoes across multiple states, while dust storms in Kansas and Texas claimed at least 11 more.
Matthew 25 is committed to providing relief to the affected communities. Our disaster response team deployed to the disaster region to distribute critical supplies, including personal care items, cleaning products, and baby supplies, to support recovery efforts. So far, we have shipped over 100,000 pounds of critical relief aid to the disaster-affected areas and will continue to work closely with partners to offer support for as long as it’s needed. Our goal is not only to provide physical aid but also to offer hope, encouragement, and a reminder that these communities are not alone in the challenges they face.
WAYS TO HELP
Matthew 25 is requesting donations of the following types of items to supplement existing supplies, for restocking during their response and for future disasters:
Monetary donations:
- Donate online or mail checks to Matthew 25: Ministries, 11060 Kenwood Road, Blue Ash, OH 45242 (100% of donated funds designated for the 2025 March Tornado Outbreak will be used for the purpose intended).
Product donations – The following items will be accepted at our facility located at 11083 Kenwood Road, Blue Ash, OH 45242:
- 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.
