Community Foundations Create Relief Funds to Support Those Impacted by Deadly Tornadoes

As communities begin to rebuild following the deadly tornadoes that struck the Midwest and South, community foundations are quickly responding to the catastrophe by creating relief funds to collect and distribute money to support those who have been seriously impacted. 

Donors can help stricken communities by contributing to the following relief funds:

Community Foundation of West Kentucky - West Kentucky Tornado Relief Fund

The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee - CFMT Tornado Response 

Community foundations are a wise choice for disaster giving because:

• they are rooted in the communities they serve and know exactly what is needed following a disaster.

• they have already vetted reputable nonprofits, so you won’t have to.

• they can distribute funds quickly to agencies that need them most.

In addition, community foundations provide long-term support to their communities — ensuring that they will continue to help those impacted as they recover and rebuild. They also coordinate with government and nonprofits to provide mental-health services, rebuild homes and schools, and ensure that communities are better prepared for the next disaster.