Volunteer Opportunity in Flooded Communities

For weeks now, communities and congregations in our area have been working together locally to bring help to each another following summer flooding. Many outside of those communities have been wondering how they can assist. Lutheran Social Service of MN Disaster Services have been monitoring the disaster response in MN that is a result of this flooding. This is an unusual and difficult disaster because of the many areas within the state that are impacted, and it has put a strain on both national and local response teams for the early-stage recovery process. You may have heard that there was a FEMA declaration for Individual Assistance recently made. This will bring rebuilding resources to Minnesota.  At this time, the LSS Disaster Team is working with other partners to prepare for the long-term recovery work that has been their role for many years. In the meantime, we pass along insights into the more emergent needs that exist for muck out and sanitation that needs to be done prior to rebuilding efforts.

LSS’ partners at MNVOAD are the central resource for organizing volunteers to lend a hand for muck out and sanitation work in the impacted counties. They have prepared a list of contacts for areas that still need volunteer help across the state. We are passing along this information to congregations who like to lend a hand and assist. Your work will be greatly appreciated!