ELCA Disaster Response

We help to bring God's comfort, healing and renewal to those affected by disasters. And when the dust settles and the headlines change, we stay to provide ongoing assistance to those in need.

	Alabama Tornado Flooding ... A tornado touched down on Jan. 23, 2012, in central Alabama devastating many communities. As a result of this storm, over 200 homes were destroyed, loss of power has been experienced and roads are blocked due to power lines being down and trees uprooted. Read More or Give Now
	Southeast Asia Flooding ... strong monsoons rains cause massive flooding ... countries like Cambodia and Thailand have been experience heavier than normal monsoon rains since July. This has led to massive flooding in many parts of the region. Read More or Give Now
	Central America Flooding ... heavy rains lead to mudslides and flooding ... Over a week of heavy rains have led to flooding, mudslides and ruined crops throughout Central American countries. Read More or Give Now
	Hurricane Irene ... strong winds and heavy rain...The storm has left a trail of devastation and flooding across the East Coast.  Read More or Give Now
	Horn of Africa Drought ... drought leads to food/water crisis ... Reduced rains leads to drought and food shortage. Many flow into refugee camps as resources become scarce. Read More or Give Now
	U.S. Floods ... flood waters rise ...4,000 homes in Minot, North Dakota are estimated to be affected by flooding. Many parts of the Midwest are seeing flood water damage.  Read More or Give Now

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Featured Story

ELCA International Disaster Response Commits Funds to Haiti Relief

The school building in Jauvalda’s home town of Léogâne in Haiti was nearly destroyed in the January 2010 earthquake. With help from ELCA Disaster Response, a new school building has risen from the rubble, designed to withstand earthquakes, floods and hurricanes. Download this story: PDF   |  DOC  Companion profile