Current Disaster Recovery Volunteer Need
Volunteers are needed to support tornado recovery outreach efforts with St. Louis Integrated Health Network. Assist with door-to-door outreach to households affected by the May 2025 tornado, distribute winter safety information, and help connect residents to available resources.
When: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays in November, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Disaster Preparedness, Response & Recovery Volunteers
The United Way of Greater St. Louis Volunteer Center connects volunteers with safe, coordinated disaster preparedness, response, and recovery opportunities across our region.
Volunteer opportunities are shared only when needs are identified and when it is safe to volunteer. This page is updated regularly as conditions change.
How Disaster Volunteering Works
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Get Notified
Opportunities are shared when community needs are identified.
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Follow Instructions
Review volunteer details and guidance from response partners.
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Serve When Needed
Volunteer when requested and when it is safe to do so.
⚠️ Please Do Not Self-Deploy. Wait for official assignments to ensure safety and an effective response.
Please Keep in Mind
✓ Volunteer roles are non-first-responder and safety-focused.
✓ Opportunities are based on identified community needs.
✓ Not every disaster will require volunteer deployment.
✓ Recovery support is often needed days or weeks after a disaster.
✓ Volunteers are contacted only when opportunities are available and it is safe to assist.
Looking for Assistance?
Residents impacted by a disaster should call 211 to connect with available resources.
Company Wants to Help
If your company needs further help in coordinating your assistance to support those affected by the severe weather in our region, please contact Katelind Hosie.
Request Disaster Volunteers
If your agency is in need of volunteers, visit the Request Disaster Volunteers page to learn how to post your disaster opportunities on our website.
