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When a winter storm devastated Texas, five volunteers from north and central Florida didn't hesitate to answer the call. They're heading west for at least two weeks to help families recover from the disaster.
A veteran-led disaster relief team traveled from across the South to help Marshall County residents recover from devastating winter storm damage. Despite empty store shelves and icy roads, volunteers are committed to at least two weeks of cleanup work.
When devastating storms flooded Ohio towns and tore through Indiana with 80 mph winds, 120 disaster relief volunteers grabbed their chainsaws and work gloves to help strangers rebuild their lives. Team Rubicon's volunteer "Greyshirts" are now clearing debris, pumping out flooded homes, and restoring hope across the hardest-hit communities.
After devastating Kona low storms flooded Hawaii communities in March 2026, washing away homes and roads, nonprofits have mobilized to coordinate volunteer efforts and relief funds. Here's how you can support the recovery.
When Winter Storm Fern left thousands powerless across the South, Buffalo volunteers packed up and headed south to help communities unfamiliar with handling ice and snow. Western New Yorkers are bringing their winter storm expertise to Tennessee and Mississippi, proving the "City of Good Neighbors" reputation extends far beyond city limits.
When Typhoon Halong devastated remote Alaskan villages with 16-foot storm surges, Red Cross volunteers orchestrated one of the state's largest airlifts and created culturally sensitive shelters where displaced families could feel at home. From fish head soup to community potlucks, volunteers went beyond basic relief to honor the Yup'ik way of life.
After severe storms claimed lives across Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has mandated that all affected families receive compensation and support within 24 hours. The swift response puts officials on the ground to ensure no one waits for help.
When a brutal winter storm left residents stranded in their homes across Sumner County, Tennessee, volunteers stepped up to help their neighbors in need. Communities across Middle Tennessee are finding silver linings as neighbors help neighbors recover from the dangerous ice storm.
After a devastating ice storm left Charlette Neumeier's Louisiana yard buried under fallen trees, volunteers from across the country arrived at her door ready to help. The effort brought hope to an entire community still reeling from power outages and widespread damage.
After a devastating winter storm left Tennessee yards buried under massive tree limbs, volunteer groups are showing up at strangers' doors to help with cleanup—completely free. One homeowner facing $4,000 in removal costs got the work done for nothing by volunteers who just wanted to give back.
Hundreds of young volunteers are clearing fallen trees and restoring hope across Louisiana and Mississippi after devastating ice storms left thousands of homes damaged. One 78-year-old homeowner who prayed for help got her answer when 14 teenagers showed up at her door.
When a severe winter storm threatened Durham this weekend, three local groups gave volunteers just 48 hours to collect supplies and create shelter for unhoused neighbors. Hundreds of residents answered the call.
Months after a massive ice storm hit Tennessee, NFL players and community volunteers are still hauling debris from homes of elderly residents and families who can't afford cleanup costs. The response has been four times larger than typical disaster relief efforts.
When elderly and disabled Topeka residents couldn't clear storm debris from their yards, four volunteers stepped up to help 30 families in need. They're not asking for payment, just kindness passed forward.
When winter storms knocked out power across Hardin County, Tennessee, teachers and students turned their high school into a lifeline. Two weeks later, volunteers are still serving hot meals and hope to neighbors struggling without electricity.
After devastating storms hit Ringle, Wisconsin, volunteers are working around the clock to rescue stranded pets and find temporary homes for animals whose families lost everything. Almost all reported missing pets have been found and reunited with their owners.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints just gave Midwest Food Bank over half a million dollars in food, equipment, and disaster relief supplies. The donation will help the nonprofit reach hungry families across the country faster than ever before.
When a Kona storm trapped Maui families, nine veteran-led volunteers spent a day clearing fallen trees to help 22 homes, including a new mother with a six-day-old baby. Team Rubicon members worked tirelessly on March 15 to ensure trapped Kula residents could safely leave their properties.
As Winter Storm Fern sweeps across Louisiana, the American Red Cross is offering free disaster response training to turn neighbors into helpers. Six virtual sessions this week will prepare locals to respond to everything from house fires to statewide emergencies.
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin toured Hurricane Helene's devastation in North Carolina and immediately pledged to clear a massive backlog of disaster aid. His first official trip signals a major shift toward faster relief for communities still rebuilding 18 months after the storm.
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