February 28th, 2025, 4:54pm
Recent floods in Kentucky and West Virginia have closed roads, closed homes, and claimed more than 20 lives, according to news reports.
The Latter-day Saints’ Church of Jesus Christ sent 235,000 pounds of food and supplies to earthly organisations to distribute to those in need.
On Friday, February 21st, sanitary kits, cleaning supplies, food and water pallets were delivered. Saturday, February 22nd. Friday, February 28th, at:
Hazel Green Food Project in Hazel Green, Kentucky. Christian Appalachian Project in Paintsville, London, Kentucky. God’s Pantry in London, Kentucky.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime type of flood, says Nicky Stacey of the Hazelgreen Food Project, which has happened twice in five years.
“People in Breathitt County (Kentucky) have not yet recovered from the flood in 2022 and are now facing flooding again. The Latter-day Saints’ Church of Jesus Christ has delivered much-needed food boxes and cleaning supplies.
After the church delivery, Genia McKinney, vice president of Helping Hands Outreach, said: Not only is your organization generous, it also responds efficiently and promptly to the needs of others. ”
This Saturday, March 1st, members of Huntington West Virginia stock, including parts of eastern Kentucky, will donate time to support cleanup efforts in four cities in both countries as they were not affected by the flood.
Huntington West Virginia stake president James A. Wolf said that as they tackle the challenges of another widespread flood event in the area, many of the different faiths look to God.
“For those who have lost loved ones, they seek comfort. For those who have caused property damage, they seek the strength to move forward. For those who want to help, they look for guidance on how to help. As Christians, we grieve with those affected, and we strive to help in the best possible way,” he said.
Lex T. Holt, president of Lexington, Kentucky North Stake, said he is grateful that the church is working with local nonprofits and churches to make a meaningful impact in supporting people in need.
“We continue to appreciate how we can help,” he said. “Our Savior has taught us to lift the burden on each other. By working with others, we can achieve more by enriching that call.”
