MIDWEST TORNADOES 2024
UPDATED THURSDAY MARCH 28, 2024 12:28 PM EST
Matthew 25: Ministries responded to devastating storms and tornadoes that moved across parts of Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky on Thursday, March 14, destroying large portions of several towns and knocking out power for thousands. The storms were part of an extensive weather system that placed more than 45 million people from Texas to Pennsylvania under threat of severe storms. Logan, Auglaize and Mercer Counties in OH and Randolph and Delaware Counties in IN are among those that have sustained the most severe damage.
In partnership with Procter & Gamble, Matthew 25: Ministries deployed our Disaster Response Teams to provide supplies such as P&G personal care kits, baby supplies, paper products, Zevo insect repellant and additional supplies including garbage bags, cleaning supplies, and first aid and safety supplies provided by Cintas to areas impacted by the tornadoes. Additionally, Matthew 25 deployed the Tide Loads of Hope Mobile Laundry Unit, a shower trailer in collaboration with Procter & Gamble, Walmart, and Tide, as well as the Duracell PowerForward truck, equipped to carry as many as 20,000 Duracell batteries as well as on-board charging stations for mobile devices. Matthew 25 also deployed trucks equipped with tools and other supplies to help those cleaning up their homes and properties. Matthew 25 will continue working with partners serving the impacted areas to evaluate ongoing needs.
DISASTER RELIEF RESOURCES
If you or someone you know has been impacted by these storms, check our online Disaster Relief Resource Map for resources in your area.
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 2024 Midwest Tornadoes 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.
