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We combat natural disasters with acts of God
Every year, natural disasters cost Americans $15 billion in insured losses.
Natural disasters pose the greatest threat to our country.
As one of the largest disaster relief organizations in the world, The Salvation Army is ready to jump into action with disaster relief services whenever natural disasters strike. In addition to addressing the typical needs of victims, The Salvation Army tailors its services to fit the specific needs of the individuals and communities as well as to the magnitude of the disaster.
The Salvation Army responds to disasters through:
While natural disasters can pull the rug out from under you, you are not alone. The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) Midland serving Missouri and Southern Illinois respond to disasters with support and love to survivors and first responders, including food, shelter, spiritual support and long-term recovery. The Salvation Army is usually the first organization on the scene, and often the last to leave. Disaster relief and recovery services are provided to all in need without discrimination.
Support for First Responders
From fires to tornadoes, from rallies to airport drills, The Salvation Army EDS is there to support first responders. Within hours of a disaster and on-hand at major events, we provide meals, beverages, and spiritual support to folks who are doing the most important work - often while their own families are dealing with the effects of a disaster.
Food & Water
The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services dispatches mobile kitchens to disasters to provide food, beverages, and snacks to first responders and survivors in the immediate aftermath and recovery phases. During prolonged disaster recovery, The Salvation Army EDS also provides food boxes.
Long-Term Disaster Recovery
Depending on the magnitude of the disaster, The Salvation Army may continue providing support services such as food and shelter. As communities start to recover, The Salvation Army coordinates with local, state and/or national government entities to enact plans. We help survivors navigate disaster social services to address essential needs, medical expenses, insurance processes, and more.
Spiritual & Emotional Care
Disasters can leave people with feelings of anger, sadness, and grief. Throughout the duration and aftermath of a major disaster, The Salvation Army provides spiritual comfort and emotional support upon request to victims and emergency workers coping with the stress of a catastrophe. The Salvation Army staff and volunteers can listen, counsel, pray, or simply offer the gift of presence.
If you would like to become an Emergency Disaster Services Volunteer:
Please click here to create an account and take the online course.
Click here to create a volunteer account and go through a required background check. The background check is required as all Emergency Disaster Services Volunteers will come into contact with vulnerable populations.
"It's a blessing that we have The salvation Army to help us out in a crisis"
The Salvation Army is one of the first to respond to disasters and often the last to leave.
Emergency Disaster Services
When tragedy strikes in your community, remember that The Salvation Army is on the scene, alongside fire, police, and rescue personnel.
History
The Salvation Army began offering assistance to disaster survivors after a major hurricane hit Galveston, TX in September 1900, destroying the coastal city and killing thousands of people. Since then, The Salvation Army has responded to numerous natural disasters, transportation accidents, civil unrest situations, and terrorist attacks.
By providing beverages, meals, and emotional and spiritual care to first responders and survivors, The Salvation Army strives to bring hope and healing to people who find themselves in the midst of extremely difficult situations.
Want to volunteer?
We need people like you, ready and willing to help at any moment, to join our team. Become an Emergency Disaster Services volunteer today!
Here's a list of disaster services we may provide:
- Meal services
- Spiritual ministry
- Counseling
- Identification/registration
- Shelter
- Cleanup and reconstruction
- Financial assistance
- Volunteer staffing
- Advocacy
Give Money or Supplies
In times of disaster, a monetary gift is the best way to offer comfort to survivors, as it allows us to focus on the most pressing need, be it water, meals or recovery supplies.
- Give online
- Mail a check to The Salvation Army, 1130 Hampton Ave., St. Louis, MO 63139 with “Disaster” written in the memo line
- Call 1-800-SAL-ARMY (725-2769) 24 hours a day
