At Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri, we are committed to walking alongside our members, families, volunteers, and communities throughout this recovery journey. We have expanded our Storm Relief Information webpage to provide both continued vital support for those impacted and meaningful ways to get involved in relief efforts:
Here’s how you can make a difference:
- Make a Monetary Donation to directly support families in need *
- Shop Our Amazon Needs List to provide critical supplies requested by affected families
- Volunteer Time Opportunities – Coming Soon!
* All contributions must align with Girl Scout fundraising policies and be coordinated through approved council channels.
This is a list of aid and volunteer efforts around the city.
Please ensure you're taking care of yourselves when able; check on your neighbors and friends, and support where you can.
- St. Louis City Gov 2025 Tornado Information
- Please protect yourselves outdoors and follow this resource guide from MaskBlocSTL: Mask Guidance and Tips for Tornadoes
- Announcements -
- Please watch out for FEMA Scams- they are not in St. Louis conducting interviews, please wait for St. Louis City Gov guidance for when FEMA is here
- May 19th will be focused on storm preparation and trash disposal
- Weather Resources:
- Storm Prep Needs: * ITEMS TO MAKE SHELTER ARE PRIORITY* Water, Tarp, Trash Bags, Power Banks, Flash Lights, Gloves, Batteries, Rakes/Brooms, First Aid Kits/Supplies, Tape, Fresh Fruit, USB Wall Chargers, Boxes, Plywood, Tents, Glow sticks, Lanterns
- St. Louis City Gov Guidance on Trash and Tornado Debris Cleanup
- Debris Drop Off Sites:
- North City:
- O'Fallon Park, Rec Complex parking lot
- Sherman Park, upper parking lot
- South City
- Carondelet Mulch Heaps Area, east end of park off Holly Hills and west of YMCA
- North City:
- From City Gov Site- Residents and volunteers, please:
- Place debris in large piles on the curb or public right of way, but not in the street
- When possible, separate piles into bricks, house debris, and green waste
- Small piles of yard waste can go in yard waste dumpsters
- Green waste drop-off locations will be announced soon
- From former Mayor Jones-Monday Morning observations.
- Yes, tarps are needed. But what's needed more is people who can put them up and ladders to get on the roofs.
- Power is coming back on sporadically. Crews are out there working. If you have access to generators, those would be extremely helpful.
- Coolers and bags of ice are necessary for those who need to save food in their fridge from spoiling. Or as an alternative way to keep perishables cold.
- Sidebar: If your power isn't back on by now, throw out all perishable food in your fridge.
- Portable toilets would be a nice addition. If you're working in areas where homes are destroyed , there are no bathrooms either. If anyone has a direct connection, DM Tishaura Jones on Facebook or Instagram.
- Construction bins/huge containers. Thank you Action STL for the hook up!! It made a huge difference! Now, we need other construction companies to step up and do the same.
- Local Orgs that I gathered this information from:
- Find Kind STL, Food City STL, For the Culture STL, KMOV4 News, ninePBS (PBS STL), We Are the People STL, Action STL, Tenants Transforming STL, and Lifeline Aid Group, City Foundry STL, STL Bucket List, Delmar Makers District, PSL STL, MaskBlocSTL - STL Master Lists for Tornado Support:
- Disaster Distress Hotline: Call or text 1-800-985-5990
- For Deaf and Hard of Hearing ASL Callers: Please text or call the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990 using your preferred Relay provider
- For Non- English speaking residents
- Alderwoman Daniela Velázquez Phone or Teléfono: 314-629-2710 Email: velazquezd@stlouis-mo.gov
- Gilberto Pinela, Director of the Office of New Americans for assistance: email pinelag@stlouis-mo.gov or Phone: (314)622-3201
- “Disaster Distress Hotline” Español: Llama o envía un mensaje de texto 1-800-985-5990 presiona "2"
- United Way STL and Catholic Charities of St. Louis offer resources and intake forms for Non-English speaking residents
Shelters:
Call 1-800-Red-Cross (1-800-733-2767) for housing assistance.
* Identification and proof of residency are not required to be admitted to a Red Cross shelter. Services of the American Red Cross are free and available to everyone.
*Monday May 19th, there is a high request for more shelters and shelter materials as storms roll in.
- Grace United Methodist Church, *at capacity as of 5/17*
6199 Waterman Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63112 - Friendly Temple Outreach Center (contact Renea Johnson to help:314-564-2657)
6356 Dr. Martin Luther King Drive, 63133 - Refresh Community Church
829 N Hanley Rd, 63130 - 12th and Park Recreation Center
1410 S. Tucker Blvd - South City YMCA
3150 Sublette Ave, St. Louis, MO 63139 - Saint Paul AME Church
1260 Hamilton Street, St. Louis, MO 63112 - City of Miner Convention Center
2610 E Malone Ave., Sikeston, MO 63801
Financial Assistance:
- Missouri Disaster Assistance Grant Application (MDAG)
- City of STL CDBG-DR Program
- stlouis-mo.gov > CDA > Disaster Recovery - Missouri Dept of Social Services
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA): Offers Individual Assistance for disaster survivors, including temporary housing, home repairs, and other needs. Go to disasterassistance.gov or call 800-621-3362
- Small Business Administration (SBA): Provides low interest disaster loans to homeowners and renters for repairing or replacing damaged property.
Clean-Up Assistance:
- Crisis Cleanup Hotline: 844-965-1386
- Clayton Park Lawn Service (Tree/Debris Cleanup): 314-296-1894
- Michael Jones in Northside, available to help move items at no charge: 314-296-1894
- Facebook: Search "STLCOOM Tornado Cleanup Help"
- Dream Builders 4 Equity: Request Assistance with Boarding Up Homes
- STL Handyman Assistance with Tarps contact (314)339-4024
Food Resources:
*Food Safety During Power Outage
- Uhuru House: Mon - Fri, 9 am - 5 pm, 4101 W Florissant Ave, St. Louis, MO 63115 (food and other supplies)
- Uhuru Solidarity Center: Mon - Fri, 9 am - 5 pm, 2654 Gravois Ave., St. Louis, MO 63118 (ring bell) (food and other supplies)
- St. Louis Area Food Bank Distribution Calendar
- Treasures Lounge- Please stop by and get what you need. If you have any donations please text 636-669-4941, 4517 Olive St, 63108
- No Sauce- Phone: 314-833-3313
- Mission STL Food Pantry- 3108 N Grand Blvd (314)534-1188
- Mai Lee- 8396 Musick Memorial Drive
- Nudo House- 6105 Delmar
- French Frie Factory- 1235 N Grand
- Levels- 1405 Washington Ave
- Katies Pizza Drop-Offs at Red Cross Designated Locations
- Tasty Treats Snack Shop- 3114 Delmar Blvd (314)769-9997
- Hi Pointe Drive-In is offering free burgers to anyone impacted (as of 5/17/25)
- Tacos La Jefa has offered a free plate to anyone impacted
- Bon Appetese/ Chef Tese is offering plate pick-ups in The Grove (as of 5/17/25)- text (636)331-8855
- Operation Food Search is offering free meals, call 314-726-5355
- Sikhs of Missouri @ City Plaza Schnucks have free emergency supplies
- - 3431 Union Blvd, St. Louis, MO
General Aid Requests:
- Catholic Charities of STL Disaster Services Request form
- STL Rx Outreach 90 Day Supply Relief Fund Starting May 19, the Rx Outreach team will be available to support patients utilizing this new fund. Please spread the word to those that may need it, and call 314-222-0472
- The Annie Malone Crisis Center- 5355 Page, 314-531-0120
- MHDC - Missouri Housing Development Relief Assistance
- SNAP - Missouri received waivers to replace food loss due to storms
- AmeriCorps - STL emergency response team assist with debris removal, home repair, mold removal, and volunteer coordination
- St. Louis ArtWorks (5959 Delmar): Offering resources and meals
- Free Legal Assistance For disaster-related legal issues, including insurance claims and landlord-tenant disputes- Hotline: 800-829-4128
- Behavioral Health Response: Offers mental health support for those affected by disasters, Contact: 988 or 314-469-6644
- Missouri State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA): Provides information on disaster recovery and rebuilding
- U-Haul: Offering 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box container usage for storm victims
- St. Louis Community Foundation
- FindHelp.org- St. Louis Disaster Response
- Convoy of Hope
- Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis or call 314-615-3600
- The Salvation Army Disaster Resource
- United Way 2-1-1
- Missouri Baptist Disaster Relief/ MODR
- Resources for Families and Childcare Centers
- Clothes, Cots, Cribs Diapers, Formula, Pack n Plays, Showers, WiFi:
- Work and Leisure STL, 3015 Locust (314)620-3969
- Grace United Methodist, 6199 Waterman Blvd (314)863-1992
- Sleep in Heavenly Peace (provides beds for children)
- STL Early Childhood Center Resource Request Form
- Clothes, Cots, Cribs Diapers, Formula, Pack n Plays, Showers, WiFi:
Volunteer Requests:
*Need more information on daycares, schools, family centers, etc
- For the Culture and Action STL Community Support Volunteer Sign Up
- United Way’s Volunteer Center
- 1027 S Vandeventer needs help unloading Walmart trucks with goods to those affected, Monday May 19th
- Soldan International Studies High , part of SLPS, has been hit and needs help with clean up- 918 Union Blvd 63108
- Any food trucks or restaurants that can deliver food directly to residential areas affected, please do so! (no-home cooked meals allowed for safety)
- St. Louis Early Childhood Centers Volunteer Request Form
- - Child Care Center Clean-up, volunteers needed- Meet at at 10am to pick up and/or drop off supplies and be assigned a location, Baden Christian Child Care Center Monday May 19th from 10am-1pm 8375 North Broadway,63147
- Urgent Need Request: Tarps needed at 4599 Page Ave
- Need Request: Tarps at Fountain Park and surrounding areas- if you have any extra, please take tarps, flash lights, batteries, or power banks, to neighborhoods most affected! May 19th-23rd 12pm-5pm
- Love the Lou Volunteer Sign Up Form May 19th-25th
- Urgent Need Request-WATER!! Flashlights, Volunteers and Dollys to help move needed at YMCA in O'Fallon Park as of 10AM May 19th, put together by We Are the People STL & community organizer, Ohun Ashe
- - 4343 W. Florissant Avenue , May 19th from 10am-3pm
- Urgent Need Request: Tents, Tarps, Ponchos, Umbrellas, Flashlights or any light source (No batteries, please!), Paper Towels, Cleaning products, Disinfecting wipes, Bleach, First Aid Kits, Hygiene Products, Menstrual Product, Toiletries, Deodorant, Toothbrush, Toothpaste
- City Commons Area needs volunteers May 19th
- Hyde Park Neighborhood Clean- Up, 3924 N. 20th St May 18th, 9:30am
- 4562 Washington Ave needs help May 18th
- 4300 block of Margaretta off Newstead (and Clearance and Farlin) needs supplies and volunteers
- Urgent Need: Tarps!!!Operation ANY MEANS Necessary is working on the Westside and is in need of tarps. They will be going around to help tarp roofs and help with debris removal-contact Mike Avery: 314-705-0776, please send donations to Cashapp: $OAMNSTL
- We will be meeting at 2113 n. Florissant, 63106 for tarp drop off and will be sending crews out from there
- 1300 Aubert Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63113, May 19th at 12pm - Emerging Business Leaders LLC and Bridging the Gap volunteer and donation collection at AutoZone
- 1215 N. Kingshighway Blvd, May 18th at 12pm - From Morgan Casey Events: Need a crew specifically for senior buildings- Help us with generators to create charging stations.(They need to charge phones for emergencies & some are in electric wheelchairs), Food- most buildings have multiple floors and they can't travel off their floor to the "common areas", Handheld Fans - Meet at HG Events Downtown Location
- PSL STL is coordinating a clean- up
- 4950 Fountain Ave, May 18th at 10:30am - Volunteer clean-up behind MADE Maker Space May 19th
- George Washington Carver Farms Clean-Up support
- 3714 Penrose St May 19th - Love the Lou will be cleaning up at 1421 N Taylor St, 63113, on May 17th
- Restore STL is coordinating a clean-up, message/call Molin at 847-754-6925
- Clean-Up @ Kensington and Academy organized by Eco Village STL
Donation Drop off:
*Supplies to consider dropping off at the Red Cross or Volunteer locations:
Water, Flashlights, Batteries,Glow Sticks (preferred over candles), Nonperishable food, Tents, Tarps, Boards, Boxes (Medium-XL), Gloves, Trash bags, First Aid Kits, Masks, Solar lights, Lumber, Plywood, Safety glasses, Bags, Umbrellas, Ponchos, Power Banks,Formula, Diapers, Hygiene supplies, Clean clothes, Blankets, Laundry supplies, Dog food, Cat Food, Pet supplies, Soap, Paper Towels, Toilet Paper, Dish Soap, Ice, Camping Gear
Donation links:
- MADE Makerspace on Delmar
- Urban League Disaster Relief
- For the Culture STL Donation Link
- Action STL Donation Link
- Love the Lou Donation Link
- Stray Rescue STL Wishlist- Collecting pet care supplies to care for stray animals
- CARE STL Donation link for Pet Services
- Stomp the World Donation Link -they’re helping Flance Early Learning Center with donations for their diaper drive that will benefit STL families affected by the recent storms. Venmo or CashApp: @stomptheworld and use the word "diapers" when donating
- Search “STL Tornado Relief” on GoFundMe and Facebook to find local mutual aid requests
Drop-off Locations:
- FrizzFest STL Feminine Hygiene Donation Drive This Week (5/21 - 5/25) at SweetArt, CashApp: $frizzybynature
3701 Lindell Bivd, 63108 - Uhuru House- Mon - Fri, 9 am - 5 pm, 4101 W Florissant Ave, St. Louis, MO 63115 (food and other supplies)
- Uhuru Solidarity Center-
- Mon - Fri, 9 am - 5 pm, 2654 Gravois Ave., St. Louis, MO 63118 (ring bell) (food and other supplies)
- Black Rabbit Vintage 2800 McNair Ave 12-6pm May 19th
- Sherman Park- 1515 Kingshighway Blvd, 63113, upper parking lot
- Pass the Past Coffee: 4740 McPherson Ave
- Brick City Yoga is collecting pet supplies for CARE STL 2758 Wyoming St, May19th-24th
- 2nd Shift Brewing- 1601 Sublette Ave #2, 63110
- Affton Firehouse Site Drop-Off May 19-21, from 8am- 8pm, 9282 Gravois Rd. 63123 Parking is in the back.
- Schnucks City Plaza- 3431 Union Blvd
- O’ Fallon Park YMCA, Rec Plex parking lot- 4343 W Florissant Ave, 63115, May 19th, 10am-3pm
- Affinia Healthcare Foundation and Carrollton Bank Tornado Relief
Drive at multiple locations:- 1717 Biddle St. 63106
- 2220 Lemp Ave. 63104
- 3930 S. Broadway 63118
- Clayton: 7911 Forsyth Boulevard 63124
- Des Peres: 11710 Manchester Road 63131
- St. Louis Hills: 5807 Murdoch Avenue 63109
- STL Style at 3159 Cherokee St from 12pm-4pm any day but Monday
- Rockwell Beer Co: 1320 S Vandeventer Ave
- St. Louis Academy of Dance, May19th-25th at 9656 Olive Blvd
- Casey, Devoti & Brockland are collecting supplies to support our First Responders as they respond to storm damage throughout the city: Help us collect the following supplies: protein & granola bars, red bull, electrolyte drinks, jerky products trail mix & nuts, other snack items
- May 19th-23rd, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm at 5100 Daggett Ave, St. Louis, MO, 63110 - lowa Buffet 2727 Winnebago 63118 (314)776-800
- Ethical Bodies and The Good-ish- 2610 Cherokee St 12-4pm
- Daily @ The Block 1421 North Taylor Ave, 63113 12pm-4pm
- Affton Firehouse 9282 Gravois Rd. 63123, Parking is in the back
- Coalition DJ’s at Carondelet Park-3900 Holly Hills Blvd, 63116, 3pm
- Emerson YMCA- 3390 Pershall Rd, 63135
- Work and Leisure STL- 3015 Locust St, 63101, drop off Monday- Thursday from 10am-6pm
- The Ville Neighborhood Drop-Off at 4144 MLK Dr
- Urban League Donation drop-off- 1408 Kingshighway Blvd, ste 108
- Power Creative- 3221 Oak Hill Ave, 63116- drop off between 12pm and 5pm 5/19
- Better Family Life, Inc. Tent- 5200 Cates Avenue from 2-6PM 5/18
- National Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc- 500 Vandeventer Avenue from 9AM-2PM 5/18
- Read A Book STL is collecting donations- 3125 Meramec Street, May 18th, 10am-2pm
- Kwame Building Group, Inc. Emergency Support Effort- Monday, May 19th at Kwame Offices, 1204 Washington Ave, 3rd Floor.
8:00am-3:00pm Drop Off Supplies, 3:00-5:00pm Assemble Bags for Distribution. Accepting clothing, non-perishable foods, hygiene products, flashlights, blankets, etc. - Vandeventer Place is in need of coolers and ice for insulin for residents. 1400 Pendleton Ave, Phone: 314-531-4111
Donation Drop-Off Tips from Food City STL
- Follow Drop-Off Directions- Help things run smoothly by following signs and instructions when you arrive.
- Bring a Buddy- Volunteers may be stretched thin-bring someone to help you unload your items.
- Every Donation Matters- Big or small, your gift helps. Don't compare-contribute with care
- Ask What's Needed Most when you drop items off, ask about priority items, then share with your friends- needs change dally.
- Give with Patience & Empathy This is a crisis. Efficiency matters-but kindness matters more.
Resources and Tips:
- Public Charging Stations
- The STL City and County Public Libraries are open: The libraries are a space to connect to internet, recharge devices, or connect with a social worker, visit stlpl.org and stlcl.org
- Firehouse Engine House No. 26: 4520 Margaretta Avenue, 63115,
- O'Fallon YMCA: 4343 W Florissant Ave, 63115
- Grace United Methodist Church: 6199 Waterman Blvd, 63112
- Deaconess Center : 1000 N Vandeventer Ave from 9am-6pm
- Contemporary Art Museum
- Fountain Park Neighborhood
- The RFC is Offering Workspace to Small Businesses (Free 6 Months Membership to the RFC co Space)
- Electric, Gas, Trees, and Debris Contact:
- If you see downed power lines, call Ameren (1-800-552-7583)
- If you smell gas, call Spire (1-800-887-4173)
- For downed trees and debris, contact the Citizen Service Bureau (314-622-4800).
- From Mask Block STL: Please wear masks while outdoors to protect yourselves from Tornado lung- there is debris with asbestos, mold, dust, etc. Masks are available at 4343 W. Florissant with frequent drop offs
Mask Guidance and Tips for Tornadoes - Transportation:
- MODOT Traveler Information Map
- Metro Offering nightly Pickups Starting May 19th
- Beginning tonight, Metro Transit will be picking up residents in The Ville at the Save A Lot on Natural Bridge. The first pickup is scheduled for 8:00 PM.
- Buses will take riders to the 12th and Park Rec Center where they can shower, rest, and get support. Red Cross volunteers will be there to help with the process.
- In the morning, buses will bring everyone back to the Save A Lot. This service will run every night this week. While shelter locations may change, the Red Cross will update and share the new information
- Beginning tonight, Metro Transit will be picking up residents in The Ville at the Save A Lot on Natural Bridge. The first pickup is scheduled for 8:00 PM.
- Carpooling: Follow MODOT and STL City guidelines, but please note that public transit has been impacted, so people will need transportation support to get to shelters, groceries, family, etc.
- Things to know for Insurance after a Tornado *From Reddit Masterpost:
- Document everything before you clean up. Take photos and video of all damage — inside and out. Include structural damage, downed trees, broken windows, water damage, roof damage, etc.
- Make a written list of damaged items (furniture, electronics, appliances, clothing, etc.) with rough values. Photos of receipts help, but aren’t required.
- Don’t throw anything away until your adjuster sees it, unless it’s a health hazard.
- File a claim ASAP, even if you’re not sure how bad the damage is. Claims can always be updated — it’s better to get in the queue.
- Ask for “ALE” coverage (Additional Living Expenses) if your home is unlivable — it can cover hotels, food, clothes, etc.
- Be wary of scammers offering inspections or repairs. Don’t pay cash. Don’t sign over your insurance check. Use local, licensed contractors only.
- Keep receipts for everything: temporary repairs, hotels, meals, fuel, cleanup, etc.
- If you’re a renter, file a claim with your renter’s insurance. Your landlord is responsible for the building, you are responsible for your stuff.
- Flood damage is not covered by standard homeowner’s insurance unless you have a separate flood policy.
- Finally, don’t be afraid to push back on lowball estimates — you’re allowed to negotiate, and you can hire an adjuster if needed.
- MO Post Disaster Claims Guide
- Link for if/when FEMA declares a disaster
Community Relief:
- The Village Path- Providing Psychotherapy Sessions Free of Charge for Black men in St. Louis
- Mental Health America- FREE therapy for families with children age birth through 18 and specialize in working with those that have experienced adversity and trauma.
- STL City Gov Mental Health Resource Guide
- The People’s Rapid Relief Response Community Dinner on West Florissant and Harris from 5:30-8:30pm (5/18)
- Community Care at Fountain Park 12-5pm, May 19th, provided by The Bullet Related Injury Clinic (the BRIC STL)- Charging Station, Hot Meals, Stress Relief and Mental Wellbeing, Spiritual Care, Acupuncture, Zero Gravity Chairs for Rest, Hygiene Kits, First Aid
- *Accepting Donations of tarps and flashlights
- Tornado Relief Night at the City Foundry- Fundraiser and donation drive on Wednesday May 21st from 5:30-8:30pm
- Comedy Showcase for Tornado Relief- Thursday May 22nd 8:00pm. Munzer Brothers Art Foundation: 1912 Cherokee Street. Tickets $10 donation, all proceeds go to United Way’s tornado relief fund.
- Katies Pizza and Pasta All locations- Weekend Giveback/ Tornado Relief Drive May 23rd, 10AM-11PM
- KR8 Space Tornado Relief Drive, 2035 Washington Ave, from 3-5pm
- Yes Honey Studio Donation Class: “Yes MOVE/BARRE Fusion” w/ MK & Sam
Wednesday May 21st from 5:30-6:30pm- Class is free to sign up. All donations go towards funding supplies for ActionsTL & For TheCultureSTL tornado relief in North Saint Louis, and Danisha's Family's neighborhood in CWE. suggested donation of $20 can be collected via Danisha's venmo: @daniijane314 or Danisha's Cashapp: Saanihogue
- House of Art Doll & Vaughn’s Ink Tattoo Drive, Wednesday May 21st 12-6pm at 6277 Delmar Blvd
- Happy Hour STL will be sponsoring food! Please bring donated goods, like cleaning and hygiene supplies. Details on Instagram @houseof.artdoll
- Brick City Yoga is offering free yoga classes daily from May 19th- June19th, at 2758 Wyoming Street
- please check their Instagram for more details.
Resources compiled by Afua Agyeman
On May 16, 2025, severe storms caused significant destruction across the St. Louis area, affecting many families and communities. Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri is committed to supporting our members in times of crisis.
If your family has been impacted, please complete the form below so that our leadership team can review your situation and assess how we may provide assistance or connect you to helpful resources.
All information submitted will be kept confidential and used solely to evaluate and respond to your specific needs.
If your family has been impacted, please complete the form below so that our leadership team can review your situation and assess how we may provide assistance or connect you to helpful resources.
All information submitted will be kept confidential and used solely to evaluate and respond to your specific needs.
How Can a Girl Scout or Troop Help Support The 2025 Storm Relief Effort: 
