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List of supplies needed; where to donate; business support
Grit. Community. Compassion. Resilience. Every word that describes the people of St. Louis has been on display the over the past few days, showing the world what makes our region so great.
Our neighbors are tired, and we are asking for everyone’s continued help in lifting them up in this time of great need.
Every day, the team coordinating the tornado recovery effort is providing us with an updated list of supplies needed on the ground and where they would like them delivered. Please continue to monitor this email and our social media channels for ongoing updates.
4theVille – 4144 Dr. Martin Luther King Drive
Construction & Clean-Up Materials
- Tarps – tarps are a major need and in high demand, the larger the better
- 7mm poly sheeting (may also be listed as “7-mil poly plastic sheeting”)
- 2x4s - ideally 10 or 12 ft. long
- OSB Sheathing and/or Zip Boards
- Shop vacs (wet/dry vacuums)
- Dehumidifiers
- Flat Shovels
- Limb Loppers - both long and short
- Hand Saws
- Hammers
- Nails, particularly roofing nails
- Exterior Construction and/or Deck Screws (3” preferred)
- Impact Drivers & Drills
- Staple Guns & Staples
- Work gloves
- Duct Tape
- Rope
- Chain saws
- Large cutting shears
- Extension Cords
- Crow Bars
- Brooms and rakes
General Supplies
- Personal power banks/portable phone chargers
- Batteries
- Flashlights
- Lysol / Bleach Wipes
- Power Banks
- Charcoal for outdoor grills
- Small Tupperware containers
Food/Beverage
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Water is the biggest need
Additionally, a mobile shower is being brought to 4theVille location and needs:
- Face and bath towels, wash cloths (white)
- Bar soap (prefer for sensitive skin)
- Flip flops/shower shoes
- Toothbrushes and toothpaste
- Lotion
- Face wash
- Shampoo (prefer OGX brand)
Action St. Louis – The O’Fallon Park Rec Center at 4343 West Florissant Avenue
Construction and Clean-Up Materials
- Tarps (the bigger the better)
- 7mm poly sheeting (may also be listed as “7-mil poly plastic sheeting”)
- Plywood
- Rope
- Staple Guns & Staples
- Shop vacs (wet/dry vacuums)
- Dehumidifiers
General Supplies
- Personal power banks/portable phone chargers
- Batteries
- Flashlights
- Duct tape
- Diapers
- Baby Wipes
- Body Wipes
- Baby Formula
- Reusable bags
- Tents (10x10 popups)
- Ponchos
- Band-aids
- Gauze
- Chapstick
- Flashlights or any battery-operated light source (with batteries)
- Tampons (not menstrual pads)
- Personal cleansing products (soaps, shampoos)
- Deodorant
Food/Beverage
- Water, Water, Water
- Non-perishable Foods
Volunteers Needed – In addition to supplies, volunteers are needed every day at each location.
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.