In Partnership with Procter & Gamble, Matthew 25 Deployed a Team to
Distribute Essential Relief Supplies to Communities Impacted by the Storms

July 30, 2026  Blue Ash, OH – Matthew 25: Ministries, an international humanitarian aid and disaster relief organization headquartered in Blue Ash, Ohio, is responding to the destructive EF-3 tornado and severe weather that impacted portions of eastern Wisconsin on Monday.

A powerful storm system moved through eastern Wisconsin on Monday, July 27, producing a confirmed tornado that caused extensive damage across portions of Outagamie and Winnebago counties, including Appleton, Menasha and Fox Crossing. Preliminary storm surveys conducted by the National Weather Service identified at least EF-3 damage in Menasha, indicating estimated winds at 140 mph. Additional surveys are continuing to determine the tornado’s complete path and final rating.

The storm damaged homes and businesses, overturned vehicles and brought down trees, utility poles and power lines. Multiple buildings collapsed, gas leaks were reported and debris and blocked roads created hazardous conditions for residents, emergency responders and utility crews. Several emergency shelters were opened in Menasha to assist those affected.

In partnership with Procter & Gamble, Matthew 25: Ministries deployed its Disaster Response Team to provide critically needed supplies throughout impacted communities this morning. Supplies to be distributed include personal care items, hygiene products, cleaning supplies, paper products, first aid and safety kits, batteries, and other necessities to help meet the immediate needs of individuals and families as recovery begins.

“Our hearts are with the individuals and families in Appleton, Menasha and communities across Wisconsin whose homes and lives have been disrupted by this destructive storm,” said CEO Tim Mettey. “In the days following a disaster, access to essential supplies can provide an important sense of comfort and stability. Together with our trusted partners, we are committed to helping those impacted begin moving forward.

Donate online at m25m.org/donate or mail checks to Matthew 25: Ministries, 11060 Kenwood Road, Blue Ash, OH 45242 (100% of donated funds designated for the tornado and severe weather in Wisconsin will be used for the purpose intended). A full list of the product categories being requested for relief and restocking is available here https://m25m.org/disaster/witornado26. Donations can also be dropped off at 11083 Kenwood Road, Blue Ash, OH 45242.

Matthew 25 responds to disasters both domestically and internationally, providing rapid response assistance as well as long term support to communities in need. This year, the organization responded to flooding in West Virginia, severe weather in Ohio, flooding in Kentucky, the Venezuela earthquakes, Midwest tornado outbreak, Mississippi tornadoes, Central Texas flooding, Southwest Michigan tornadoes, flooding in Millville and Okeana, OH and the January severe weather system that impacted several regions across the United States. Throughout 2025, Matthew 25 also provided aid following multiple tornadoes, hurricanes, wildfires, floods, and severe storms, while continuing its humanitarian response to the crisis in Ukraine, now in its fifth year of conflict.

In 2025 alone, Matthew 25: Ministries shipped more than 23 million pounds of supplies, including over 3.5 million pounds designated for disaster relief, helping more than 32 million people worldwide. In recognition of this impact, Matthew 25: Ministries was named a TIME101 Honoree for 2025, an award recognizing individuals and organizations making a significant difference in communities around the world.

For the most current information on Matthew 25: Ministries’ activities, please visit their website m25m.org or follow Matthew 25 on Facebook facebook.com/m25m.org, Instagram instagram.com/m25m_org and X x.com/M25M_org. For more in-depth information about Matthew 25: Ministries’ humanitarian aid and disaster relief efforts, please contact Michelle Jones at [email protected].

Matthew 25: Ministries accepts cash, check, credit card and online donations for ongoing humanitarian aid and disaster relief programs, as well as product donation support. Matthew 25 also welcomes volunteers six days a week at their Blue Ash facility.

ABOUT MATTHEW 25: MINISTRIES: Matthew 25: Ministries rescues and reuses approximately 25,000,000 pounds of products each year and redistributes them to the poorest of the poor and disaster victims. Each year, Matthew 25: Ministries impacts the lives of more than 30,000,000 individuals throughout the United States and around the world. Matthew 25: Ministries is the TIME101 Honoree for 2025. Matthew 25 is included on Forbes’ 2025 list of America’s Top 100 Charities, is a 4-star nonprofit on Charity Navigator and has earned a Platinum-Level Candid Exchange seal. Matthew 25: Ministries is accredited by the Better Business Bureau through the “Wise Giving Alliance Standards.” For more information, or to schedule an interview, contact Michelle Jones [email protected] at Matthew 25: Ministries (513) 793-6256, or visit m25m.org.