Over the evening of December 10 through the morning of December 11, a tornado outbreak struck multiple states in the central and southern United States. These tornadoes produced catastrophic damage and left a path of destruction spanning up to 250 miles. Relief efforts in the impacted areas are underway. If you’re looking to provide aid, here are a few ways you can help. We will continue to update this list as more information and resources become available. For any questions, please reach out to ccc@uschamber.com.
Cash Donations
Here is a list of partners responding to the most immediate needs that you might consider supporting:
- American RedCross
- Americares
- KSR and Kentucky Chamber Foundation Relief Fund
- Team Western Kentucky Tornado Relief Fund, established by Governor Beshear
- United Way
Additional Disaster Recovery Resources for Businesses
The U.S. Chamber Foundation has a number of resources to help small businesses recover during this uncertain time.
- Our Disaster Help Desk for Business is available at 1-888-MY-BIZ-HELP (888-692-4943) to provide businesses and chambers with direct support from disaster recovery experts. The Disaster Help Desk team has advised thousands of small businesses nationwide, and our team is here to help businesses recovery as quickly as possible and chart a path forward.
- Resilience in a Box, made possible by The UPS Foundation is a resource guide based on best practices designed to help educate business leaders on disaster preparedness and business resilience. This tool is available in French and Spanish, as well and includes a Top 20 Tips that businesses can do now in advance of the storm.
- Small Business Preparedness and Recovery Quick Guides, made possible by Shell, has tailored tips for small businesses and chambers looking to prepare and recover.
