May 2025 severe Storm and Tornado support
Following the severe storms and tornadoes that occurred in the St. Louis region on May 16, 2025, immediate response and recovery efforts began with United Way 211 serving as a key resource for local individuals and families impacted by storms.
* Do not self-deploy to the scene of the disaster. Unexpected volunteers may interfere with response and assessment efforts and could unintentionally put themselves or others at risk.
Disaster Services
Food Services
Missouri:
Missouri Department of Social Services
- To report a loss and begin the process of receiving SNAP replacement benefits, you must complete and submit an Online Replacement Request before June 16, 2025. You may also print the Replacement Request Form and submit it by fax (573) 526-9400 or mail to: Family Support Division, P.O. Box 2700, Jefferson City, MO 65102.
St. Louis Area Foodbank (resources for food pantries and distribution events nearby)
Aging Ahead (Frozen Meal, Nutritional Supplements, Individuals 60+) or 800-243-6060
Missouri Food Finder (an online tool that easily connects Missouri consumers with people growing and selling locally produced food in their region)
Illinois:
Temporary Financial Support
Red Cross Financial Assistance
- July 3rd, 2025: This is the deadline to apply for the American Red Cross financial assistance program for individuals with qualifying major damage or destroyed homes.
- July 11th, 2025: This is the last day for enrollment for anyone who has received an invitation to open a case for financial assistance.
The Red Cross encourages all potentially eligible St. Louisans to visit redcross.org/gethelp. This website provides information on how to apply for assistance and includes examples of what constitutes major damaged or destroyed homes from severe weather, helping residents determine their eligibility.
Learn more or 1-800-RED-CROSS
Legal
Rent and Utility Assistance
FEMA rent assistance information
Missouri:
Community Action Agency of St. Louis or 314-863-0015
Urban League or 314-615-3600
Illinois
Madison County Community Development 618-296-6485
Housing/Shelter
St. Louis City Housing Authority or 314-531-0184
St. Louis County Housing Authority or 314-428-3200
Madison County Housing Authority or 618-345-5142
Mental Health and Physical Health
MO Department of Health and Senior Services
IL Department of Public Health
BJC Behavioral Health or 314-747-7491
Provident Behavioral Health or 314-533-8200
Behavioral Health Response or 314-819-8811
City of St. Louis Department of Health or 314-612-5100
St. Louis County Department of Health or 314-615-0600
National Suicide Hotline: Dial 988
Pets
Humane Society of Missouri or 314-647-8800
Metro East Humane Society or 618-656-4405
Document Replacement
