Ongoing Responses

Hightlights of places Lutheran Disaster Response is currently working.

We help to bring God's comfort, healing and renewal to those affected by disasters. And when the dust settles and the headlines change, we stay to provide ongoing assistance to those in need.

Below is a list of the major responses Lutheran Disaster Response is supporting. The full extent of work being carried out by our international companions and affiliates here in the U.S. extends far beyond the list below. If you are looking for something specific and do not see it listed here, please contact us at disaster@elca.org to see if we can provide you with more information.

Current Responses

	U.S. Tornadoes  Tornadoes have ripped through Oklahoma, Kansas, Illinois, Iowa and Texas claiming many lives. Read More or Give Now
	Hurricane Sandy From the Caribbean to the northern Atlantic coast, millions of people have evacuated their homes and communities due to Hurricane Sandy. Read More or Give Now
	Hurricane Isaac On August 29, 2012, Hurricane Isaac hit the Gulf Coast of the United States, bringing with it multiple days of heavy rain and winds. Read More or Give Now
	West Africa Sahel Drought The West Africa Sahel region has been affected by a growing food crisis. As many as 15.5 million people have been in need of emergency food and nutrition assistance. Read more or Give now
	Syria conflict For nearly two years, Syria has experienced ongoing violence. Many Syrians have left their homes, choosing to escape the violence by relocating. Read More or Give Now
	Horn of Africa Drought Dry conditions and political violence in Somalia have forced many to leave their homes for refugee camps in Kenya and Ethiopia. Read More or Give now
	Minot Flooding In June of 2011, the Souris River crested driving 12,000 people from their homes and destroying over 4,100 buildings. One year later, the recovery effort has been about rebuilding housing and rebuilding lives. Read more or Give now
	Joplin Tornado A deadly tornado ripped through the town of Joplin, Mo., on May 22, 2011. As news of the disaster spread, you responded generously with prayers and financial support. Read more or Give now
	Response in Haiti In 2010 a 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck the land of Haiti causing widespread descruction, it was followed by a cholera outbreak and Hurricane Tomas in November 2010. This string of disasters had had a major impact on the country. The ELCA has been their to walk with our companions at each step of the way. Read more  or Give Now