Hurricane Helene Relief

From Dr. Willard Maxwell
VBSC Home Missions Director
TPBA 1st Vice-Moderator

As we seek ways to help communities suffering after this catastrophic storm, we invite you to pause with us and pray for those affected. The Southeast continues to grapple with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene; Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and Tennessee were among the States that sustained widespread damage with fierce winds and heavy rainfall. Helene continues to threaten countless lives leaving thousands without power and many without access to food, water and a place to live.

The following is a list of recommended hurricane disaster relief items that are needed:

Hurricane Disaster Relief Supplies:

  • Water – cases of bottle water per person per day for at least three days, for drinking and sanitation.
  • Food – at least a three-day supply of non-perishable food.
  • Battery – powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert.
  • Flashlight.
  • First aid kit.
  • Extra batteries.
  • Backpacks.
  • A small bag to carry items.
  • An even smaller bag to carry pads/tampons.
  • Lip balm.
  • Deodorant.
  • Lotion.
  • Hand Sanitizer.
  • Toothbrush & toothpaste.
  • Pampers, Baby diapers

Food Supplies:

  • Peanut butter.
  • Whole wheat crackers (consider vacuum packing to prolong freshness)
  • Nuts and trail mix.
  • Cereal.
  • Power bars and granola bars.
  • Dried fruit.
  • Canned meat such as tuna, salmon, chicken and turkey.
  • Canned vegetables such as beans, carrots and peas.
  • Ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits, vegetables and a can opener.
  • Protein or fruit bars.
  • Dry cereal or granola.
  • Dried fruit.
  • Canned juices.
  • Non-perishable pasteurized milk.
  • High energy foods.
  • Canned tuna, meats, fruits & vegetables.
  • Cup Noodles, Ramen Noodles.
  • Tea & Coffee.
  • Powdered milk.
  • Coconut oil, Olive oil.
  • Dried herbs & spices.
  • Instant Potatoes.
  • Spam.
  • Baby Food.

We solicit your unwavering support to aid the Hurricane Helene Survivors and Impacted Communities. The following organizations (Virginia Baptist State Convention, Tidewater Peninsula Baptist Association, Coalition of Concerned Clergy and, InTouch Community Development Corporation) have united in a collaborate partnership focused on helping the families and communities that need assistance from the impacted areas. We anticipate an abundance of donated items and have established several collection points that will end on October 17th, 2024, to allow donations to be packed and shipped to the affected areas.

Designated Collection Drop off Points:

Moral Hill Baptist Church
50 Moral Hill Drive
Axton, VA 24054
540-521-2148

Zion Baptist Church
633 20th Street
Newport News, VA 23607
757-380-1885

5TH Street Baptist Church – MLK
1007 5th Street
Lynchburg, VA 24504
834-846-1900

New Beech Grove Baptist Church
361 Beechmont Drive
Newport News, VA 23602
757-877-4114

First Baptist Church, Campostella
1510 Conoga Street
Norfolk, VA
757-545-6786

Bethany Baptist Church
2587 Campostella, Rd.
Chesapeake, VA
757-543-5887

New Jerusalem Baptist Church
14287 Richmond Highway
Appomattox, VA
434-352-7339

In the spirit of giving, we thank you for your generosity.

Sincerely,
Rev Dr. Willard G. Maxwell Jr.
Home Missions