Supplies and volunteers are still needed in the flood recovery

ST. LOUIS (KMOX) - If you are looking for ways to help, here are several ways. Compiled by Greater St. Louis Inc.

The teams on the ground leading tornado recovery efforts still need supplies, donations, and volunteers. Please note the list of items they’ve identified below, and that this extended weekend brings a large-scale distribution event at the Urban League headquarters and some changes in schedule at other locations.

Supplies Still Needed – Please note changes and updates for this weekend for each of the three locations that have been set up to distribute materials needed for tornado recovery.

This location will be open Saturday, May 24, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Closed on Sunday, May 25 and Monday, May 26

Construction & Clean-Up Materials

Tarps – tarps are a major need and in high demand, the larger the better 7mm poly sheeting (may also be listed as “7-mil poly plastic sheeting”)2x4s – ideally 10 or 12 ft. longOSB Sheathing and/or Zip BoardsExterior Construction and/or Deck Screws (3” preferred)Powerlags or Tapcon screws (5 lb boxes)Caulk (exterior)Caulk guns5-gallon bucketsDehumidifiersFlat ShovelsLimb Loppers - both long and shortHand SawsHammersNails, particularly roofing nailsImpact Drivers & DrillsStaple Guns & StaplesWork glovesProtective eyewearHard hatsDuct TapeUtility knivesRopeZip tiesChain sawsLarge cutting shearsExtension CordsCrow BarsBrooms and rakesLaddersGeneral Supplies

Personal power banks/portable phone chargersBatteries Power Banks Flashlights (big and small) LED lanterns Battery-powered fans Lysol  Cleaning spray Towels and hand towels Sponges Charcoal for outdoor grills Small Tupperware containers Sandwich bags (Ziploc) Garbage bags Food/Beverage

Water is the biggest need Additionally, a mobile shower has been set up at 4theVille location and needs: 

Face and bath towels, wash cloths (white) Bar soap (prefer for sensitive skin)  Flip flops/shower shoes  Toothbrushes and toothpaste  Lotion  Face wash  Shampoo (prefer OGX brand)

Construction & Clean-Up Materials 

Tarps (the bigger the better)  7mm poly sheeting (may also be listed as “7-mil poly plastic sheeting”)  Power saws Chain saws Plywood  2x4s Rope  Exterior Construction and/or Deck Screws (3” preferred) Powerlags or Tapcon screws (5 lb boxes) Roofing nails Staple Guns & Staples  Nail guns Nails for nail guns Screw guns Screws for screw guns Ladders  Cordless power drills Brooms Rakes Flat shovels General Supplies 

Personal power banks/portable phone chargers  Batteries  Flashlights  Diapers  Baby Wipes  Body Wipes  Baby Formula  Reusable bags  Tents (10x10 popups)  Ponchos  Band-aids  Gauze  Chapstick  Flashlights or any battery-operated light source (with batteries)  Menstrual products Personal cleansing products (soaps, shampoos)  Deodorant   Food/Beverage (please only bring canned products with pop tops, not those that require a can opener)

Canned fruits Canned vegetables Canned chicken and tuna Canned soups Bread Peanut butter Jelly

The Urban League and their partners are hosting a large-scale food, toiletries, and resource distribution event Saturday, May 24, from Noon-3 p.m. at their headquarters on Kingshighway at Dr. Martin Luther King Dr.

In addition to the continued need for tarps to help cover exposed roofs, the Urban League is requesting the following items for their ongoing relief efforts:

Food/Beverage (please only bring canned products with pop tops, not those that require a can opener)

Canned fruits Canned vegetables Canned chicken and tuna Canned soups Rice Cereal Oatmeal Applesauce Crackers Instant mashed potatoes Trail mix Bread Peanut butter Jelly Packaged snacks Fruit General Supplies

Bottled water Batteries Flashlights LED lanterns Trash bags Extension cords Personal power banks/portable phone chargers Surge protectors  Infant & Hygiene Products

Infant formula Diapers Baby wipes Toothbrushes Toothpaste Soap/body wash Shampoo & conditioner Deodorant Menstrual products

Volunteers Needed – In addition to supplies, volunteers are still needed at these locations. For additional volunteer opportunities, The United Way of Greater St. Louis and Action St. Louis have established volunteer centers.

Donations Needed – The City of St. Louis has worked with the St. Louis Community Foundation to establish the City of St. Louis Tornado Response Fund. This fund supports the efforts to provide immediate relief and long-term rebuilding of areas impacted by the storms.

Impacted Businesses – Through the St. Louis Development Corporation, the City has set up an assessment form to help understand the needs of businesses impacted by the storm.

Relief and Resources – If you or anyone you know needs immediate relief or is looking for resources, please go to the City’s page.

United Way Relief Fund – In addition to the City of St. Louis Tornado Relief Fund, you can also make contributions to the United Way of Greater St. Louis Severe Storm/Tornado Relief Fund, which supports residents across the bi-state region who were impacted by the recent storms.