World Vision responds to record flooding in the Midwest
June 20, 2008
Marine One, pictured above, carries President Bush on an aerial tour of flood damage near Iowa City, Iowa, on June 19. REUTERS/Jim Young (UNITED STATES)
"World Vision will be providing basic items like toothbrushes, shampoo, and toys for comfort to children and families who have been driven from their homes by the floodwaters," said Phyllis Freeman, who is a domestic disaster response specialist with World Vision and is leading the agency's team on its way to the flood zone.
"In addition, as clean-up activities are beginning, things like face masks and gloves will help protect people from dangerous chemicals and mold that may be present," explained Freeman, who played a key role in World Vision's Hurricane Katrina response.
Access a challenge
The initial shipment, to be sent on Friday, will include face mask filters, vinyl gloves, personal hygiene items, and children's toys from World Vision's Storehouse in Los Angeles. The supplies, donated by our corporate partners, including Cardinal Health, will be distributed through partner organizations to families in need in several Iowa communities.
"Logistics and access are key challenges right now, with so many smaller communities affected across a large and growing flooded area," said John Pettit, director of World Vision's domestic disaster response.
Children's needs prioritized
World Vision is especially concerned about the needs of children and vulnerable, low-income populations who might be at risk of falling through the cracks of standard help that is available, Pettit added.
"We know these communities are hurting and that recovery will take time. The working poor, migrant farm workers, families without flood insurance, and others who, for a variety of reasons, don't access existing government help will require special attention in the days and weeks ahead," said Pettit.
World Vision plans to send additional shipments of relief goods from its Chicago Storehouse in the coming days. Cash donations are needed, as are donations of quality new products from corporations.
Learn more
>> Read more about the World Vision Storehouse.
Two ways you can help
>> Please pray for the children and families affected by the severe flooding in the American Midwest. Pray especially for those who have suffered tremendous losses, and pray that aid agencies like World Vision would be equipped with the resources necessary to assist them effectively.
>> Donate now to help provide aid to children and families affected by the devastating floods in the Midwest. Your gift today will help World Vision provide clothing, hygiene products, and other essential items to those who have lost everything.
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| Please pray for the children and families affected by the severe flooding in the American Midwest. Pray especially for those who have suffered tremendous losses, and pray that aid agencies like World Vision would be equipped with the resources necessary to assist them effectively. Donate now to help provide aid to children and families affected by the devastating floods in the Midwest. Your gift today will help World Vision provide clothing, hygiene products, and other essential items to those who have lost everything. | |
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