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Key Information
- St. Louis City launches new recovery programs
- The Urban League is hosting a free meal giveaway event Saturday, July 5
- FEMA opens additional disaster assistance centers
- Registration for Red Cross financial assistance program ends Thursday, July 3
City of St. Louis Launches New Recovery Programs
The City of St. Louis has launched new recovery programs to address urgent repair needs, provide trusted technical guidance, and protect homeowners from fraud or further damage. The four new initiatives now underway are:
- Emergency Stabilization Program, which provides immediate weatherization to prevent further damage.
- Electricity Reconnection Program, which provides free electrical assessments and repairs to restore service (up to $4,000 per household).
- Ask An Architect, which provides free, in-person consultations with licensed architects to help residents understand damage and plan their next steps.
- Contractor Registry, to help protect residents against fraud and ensure recovery work is done safely.
Those needing assistance from these programs can call 311 or submit a Tornado Property Damage Assistance Request online.
Urban League Headquarters -- 1408 North Kingshighway
The Urban League and their partners are hosting a free meal giveaway for victims of the tornado with meals from some of St. Louis’ favorite food trucks. The event will take place Saturday, July 5, from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. at their headquarters at 1408 N. Kingshighway (at Dr. Martin Luther King Dr.).
FEMA Opens Additional Disaster Assistance Centers
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has added disaster assistance centers to assist those impacted by the May 16 tornado. FEMA Assistance centers are now open at:
- Union Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church, 626 N. Newstead Ave., St. Louis, MO 63108: Monday-Saturday: 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday: Closed – Please note that this location will close temporarily from July 6-13 due to a previously scheduled event at that location.
- Sumner High School, 4248 Cottage Ave., St. Louis, MO 63113: Monday-Saturday: 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Sunday: 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Urban League Entrepreneurship and Women’s Business Center, 4401 Natural Bridge Ave., St. Louis, MO 63115: Monday-Saturday: 8 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday: 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
- St. Louis County Library Mid-County Branch, 7821 Maryland Ave., Clayton, MO 63105: Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Friday-Saturday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday: Closed
- St. Louis County Library Prairie Commons Branch, 915 Utz Lane, Hazelwood, MO 63042: Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Friday-Saturday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday: Closed
To save time, those affected by the tornado are encouraged to apply for FEMA assistance before coming to a Disaster Recovery Center. Apply by calling 1-800-621-3362 or online at DisasterAssistance.gov (to help navigate FEMA’s application process, St. Louis Public Radio has put together a helpful step-by-step guide). If you are unable to apply online or by phone, someone at the Disaster Recovery Center can assist you.
Please note that all Disaster Recovery Centers will be closed on Friday, July 4 and reopen on Saturday, July 5.
Red Cross Financial Assistance Program -- Registration Ends Thursday, July 3
The American Red Cross is providing financial assistance for individuals and households impacted by the May 16 tornado. The assistance program is open for applications until Thursday, July 3rd, and those who have already taken the first steps of applying are eligible to open cases for financial assistance with the Red Cross until July 11.
Materials drop-off location at 3200 South Kingshighway
People can drop off donations of materials, including building and construction supplies, non-perishable food items, and personal care items at 3200 South Kingshighway, near the Home Depot, from 8 a.m. to noon.
InvestSTL Northside Resilience Fund
To support North St. Louis families displaced by the tornado, InvestSTL has launched the Northside Resilience Fund.
- The fund is a direct case assistance initiative with a goal of providing direct cash assistance to at least 1,300 households most affected by the tornado to support their immediate and emerging needs.
- DONATE TO THE FUND
Volunteers Needed
In addition to supplies, volunteers are still needed. Explore volunteer opportunities through the United Way of Greater St. Louis online volunteer center.
Donations Needed
The City of St. Louis has worked with the St. Louis Community Foundation to establish the City of St. Louis Tornado Response Fund. This fund supports the efforts to provide immediate relief and long-term rebuilding of areas impacted by the storms.
Impacted Businesses
Through the St. Louis Development Corporation, the City has set up an assessment form to help understand the needs of businesses impacted by the storm.
Relief and Resources
If you or anyone you know needs immediate relief or is looking for resources, please go to the City’s page.
United Way Relief Fund
In addition to the City of St. Louis Tornado Relief Fund, you can also make contributions to the United Way of Greater St. Louis Severe Storm/Tornado Relief Fund, which supports residents across the bi-state region who were impacted by the recent storms, along with disaster response nonprofits and long term recovery efforts.