We are deeply moved by the impact of devastating tornadoes that swept through the St. Louis area. BBBSEMO stands with you; we will recover, rise, and rebuild together!
We have compiled a list of resources and support for individuals, families, and communities that have been impacted. Please review, share, and do not hesitate to contact us directly. We are here for you.
BBBSEMO direct telephone number: 314.361.5900
Key Relief Organizations
- Patrick Center – 314-802-0700
- Covenant House – 314-533-2241
- Salvation Army – Midland Division – 314-646-3000 | https://salarmy.us/middisaster
- United Way 2-1-1 – 800-427-4626 | https://www.211helps.org
- The American Red Cross - 1-800-733-7677 | https:/www.redcross.org/local/missouri.html
- Report Storm Damage to the City of St. Louis
- Catholic Charities: Disaster intake form- https://spreadhopestl.com/storm-relief-stl/Â
- SLCL Social Workers: https://www.slcl.org/library-services/social-workers
- City of St. Louis Tornado Recovery Information: https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/recovery/tornado-2025/index.cfmÂ
- Citizen’s Service Bureau: report downed trees, debris, and other needs for City services https://www.stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/public-safety/neighborhood-stabilization-office/citizens-service-bureau/index.cfmÂ
Essential Programs & Services
Financial & Housing Assistance:
Missouri Disaster Assistance Grant (MDAG) | https://sema.dps.mo.gov/programs/mdag/index.html
City of St. Louis CDBG-DR Program | Community Development Block Grants Disaster Recovery | Department of Economic Development
MO Housing Development Commission – 314-877-1350 | https://mhdc.com
SocialServe | Apartment Finder
Food & Basic Needs:
Hunger Hotline – 314-726-5355 ext. 1
           Urban League – 314-388-9840 | https://www.ulstl.com/#/
           Salvation Army – 314-771-3460 | https://centralusa.salvationarmy.org/midland/
           SNAP Assistance – 855-373-4636 | mydss.mo.gov/food-assistance | https://mydss.mo.gov/food-assistance/apply-for-snap
Action St. Louis | https://actionstl.org/tornado
- Daily through May 25, 10am-3pm, O’Fallon YMCA, 4343 West Florissant
- Food and supplies
- Dinner available from 5-7pm
Health & Mental Health Services:
Affinia Healthcare – 314-814-8700
           People’s Health Center – 314-367-7848
           St. Louis City Health Department – 314-612-5100
Behavioral Health: Provident 314-533-8200 | BJC 877-729-4004 | Crisis Line: 988 or 800-985-5990
Cleanup & Volunteer Help:
           Crisis Cleanup Hotline – 844-965-1386
Samaritans Purse - 833-747-1234
- Chainsaw Work
- Temporary Roof Tarping
- Debris Cleanup
- Personal Content Recovery
Volunteer Opportunities
Urban League - Be A Volunteer - ULSTL
Legal Assistance:
           Legal Services of Eastern Missouri – 800-444-0514
           St. Louis Bar Associate – 314-421-4134
Shelter Locations:
           12th and Park Recreation Center – 1410 S. Tucker Blvd.
           Friendly Temple Outreach – 6356 Dr. Martin Luther King Dr.
           Grace United Methodist Church – 6199 Waterman Blvd.
           The American Red Cross (ID and proof of residency are NOT required)
Refresh Community Church (opens at 5:00pm 5/19): 829 N Hanley Rd, St. Louis, MO 63130Â
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Daytime Drop-In Support:Â
- Saint Louis Public Library – all locations available during regular hours for people to rest, recharge or cool down. Cabanne, Divoll, and Julia Davis locations are currently closed due to damage.Â
- Saint Louis County Library – all locations open regular hours for place to charge devices, access free wifi, and more
Showers & Hygiene (bring ID):
           Carondolet Park Rec Complex – 930 Holly Hills Ave.
           South City YMCA – 3150 Sublette Ave.
Transportation:
           Metro STL – 314-982-1400
           MoDOT – dial 5-1-1 or visit modot.org
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