2025-Storms-and-Tornados - United Way 211

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.

If your residence was damaged by the tornado, regardless of the color tag placed on the building, please register with FEMA for assistance. The deadline to apply for assistance is AUGUST 11, 2025. There are three ways to register for FEMA Assistance.

1. Call 800-621-3362

2. Register on-line at www.DisasterAssistance.gov

3. Visit a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC)

Disaster Recovery Centers

Numbers to know (NTK) for local disaster resources

NTK Spanish

NTK Chinese

NTK Bosnian

Complete a disaster intake form here

Donate to support those affected

Disaster Services

St. Louis City Emergency Management

St. Louis County Emergency Management

Disaster Recovery Centers

American Red Cross or 800-733-2767

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)

Feeding Missouri

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:

Illinois Department of Human Services