A caring Christian presence in the aftermath of disaster.
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Give to the NC Storm Response Fund.
Prepare
Create a plan and build a disaster kit.
Train
Learn how to prepare and respond to a disaster.
Volunteer
Send a team, help in the Call Center, or MERCI.
Disaster Response Efforts
Currently, there are no active Early Response Team or volunteer opportunities in the NC Conference. All of our recovery centers are now closed.
We encourage teams to consider UMCOR supported out-of-conference requests for assistance. If you choose to respond to one of these out-of-conference invitations, please notify the NC Conference Disaster Response Coordinator, Ann Huffman.
Alabama-West Florida Conference
Support the tornado response efforts in the Alabama-West Florida Conference.
Florida & South Carolina Conferences
Support the Hurricane Ian recovery efforts in the Florida and South Carolina Conferences.
Kentucky & Central Appalachian Missionary Conferences
Support the South East Kentucky flood response.
Support the joint tornado response effort of the Kentucky and Tennessee-Western Kentucky Conferences.
Western NC Conference
Help repair and rebuild homes affected by Tropical Storm Fred in Haywood County.
Earthquake Response in Turkey and Syria
We are praying for all those who have been affected by the devastating earthquakes. If you would like to share your gifts with those in need, donations can be made to UMCOR International Response and Recovery Advance # 982450.
Give. Volunteer. Prepare.
NC Conference Disaster Ministries needs your help and your support as we work to rebuild homes, communities, and lives in the wake of recent disasters.
Partners
The Stormcast
Stories of generosity in the midst of disaster. Listen to episodes of the NC Conference Disaster Ministries podcast.
Latest Posts
Preparing Your Church for the 2023 Hurricane Season
April 30 – May 6, 2023, is National and NC Hurricane Preparedness Week. Here are a few steps you can take to be prepared for the upcoming hurricane season: Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. Please contact your insurance…
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When the Lights Went Out: Disaster Response in Moore County
In December 2022, a reportedly intentional act of vandalism cut electrical power to thousands of households in Moore County within the Fairway District of the North Carolina Conference. Disaster Ministries worked with churches in the area and delivered generators, solar power disaster response trailers, and other equipment. https://vimeo.com/812238354 Thanks to the generosity of the United…
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Equipment for Missions
Disaster Ministries has equipment available for your church to use for mission projects! We have a variety of equipment and tools at MERCI in Goldsboro, NC. Utility Trailer Early Response Trailer Construction Trailer Laundry Trailer Shower Trailer Mold Spray Trailer (Training needed before use) Dump Trailer Scaffolding Trailer Please contact disaster@nccumc.org or 888-440-9167 for more…
Prayers for the People in Moore County
We are deeply saddened and horrified that a reportedly intentional act of vandalism on Saturday, Dec. 2, has cut electric power to approximately 45,000 households in Moore County within the Fairway District of the North Carolina Conference. This is an especially heinous act, leaving people without heat amid low to freezing December temperatures. Our hearts…
NC Conference ERTs Volunteer in Florida
The devastating winds and flooding caused by Hurricane Ian in late September impacted many homes and lives. As the emergency response phase ended in Florida, Early Response Team (ERT) volunteers from the NC Conference traveled to Fort Myers to support the Florida Conference’s disaster recovery efforts. A team of five volunteers arrived in Florida on…
Disaster Response Efforts and Updates
Currently, there are no active Early Response Team volunteer opportunities in the NC Conference. Disaster Ministries continues to monitor weather events and will post updates if needs arise. We encourage teams to consider UMCOR-supported out-of-conference requests for assistance. Please contact the NC Conference Disaster Response Coordinator, Ann Huffman, if you plan to volunteer. Out-of-Conference Disaster…
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