Hurricane Helene Disaster Relief
Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 hurricane, landed on the western coast of Florida on Thursday, September 26, and continued to plow through several southeastern states. This historic hurricane has left a path of devastation in its wake. It was the strongest storm on record to fall on the Big Bend region of Florida, but that was only the beginning. Record flooding and winds caused entire communities to be flattened from Florida to North Carolina. Millions of people are without power, and for folks who are able to return to their homes, the reality is beginning to set in that their lives are changed forever.
Disaster Relief Hygiene Kit Packing
at Midwest Mission
In order to send over 4,000 Hygiene Kits to Florida on Monday's shipment, and still have a supply left for the next request, we need to make 1,000 Hygiene Kits!
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We are hosting a Hygiene Kit Packing Event on Friday, October 4 from 5:30-6:30pm at Midwest Mission in Pawnee, IL.
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There are only 80 spots available - so sign up as soon as possible!
Midwest Mission received a request from the Florida Catholic Conference through our partner Food For The Poor.
The request is for Cleaning Kits, Hygiene Kits, tarps, and trash bags. ​After sending this round of aid, our supply of disaster relief will be heavily depleted. We expect this to be the first of many shipments requested, as flooding continues to recede across the Southeast, and people return to their homes and figure out their next steps. Your monetary donations, and quick response with physical donations, will allow Midwest Mission to quickly be ready for the next request that comes in. ​
How You Can Help
We all want to help when disaster strikes. Midwest Mission provides opportunities to help in the right way.
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Donate Funds
All funds donated will allow us to purchase supplies in bulk to make Hygiene Kits, replenish supplies sent, and quickly and flexibly respond to requests that come our way.
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Donate Shampoo (12-19 oz) and Heavy Duty Trash Bags
Make sure shampoo is 12-19 oz, and trash bags are heavy duty, or contractor bags! Bring them to Midwest Mission, or a Permanent Collection Site near you.
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Assemble Hygiene Kits at Home
You can help us replenish our supply of Hygiene Kits by making them at home, so we are ready for the next request. Download the Disaster Relief Hygiene Kit Flyer here. You can bring the finished Kits to Midwest Mission or a Permanent Collection Site near you.
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Spread the Word
When a disaster happens, it can be hard to know how to help. 2/3 of supplies donated in a disaster end up in the trash, because people wanted to help, but didn't know the right way. Midwest Mission always waits to respond until the needs have been communicated to us by partners. We want people to know Midwest Mission is a resource for them to put their love in action, and serve those in need by donating requested items and funds.
Hurricane Helene Disaster Response
At a Glance
Since the hurricane hit, Midwest Mission has...
Oct. 1, 2024
Facilitated in getting a truckload of water from Midwest Food Bank in Bloomington, IL to Global Citizen USA who is responding in Asheville, North Carolina