Disaster Relief

Disaster Relief Fund

Our Disaster Relief Fund helps residents and communities in West Tennessee during natural disasters, such as tornadoes and flooding. The fund is activated when these devastating events impact our friends and neighbors and allow local agencies and individuals to direct donations for support.

Your gift will provide both immediate relief and support recovery efforts long-term. Community Foundation leadership work closely with governments and local agencies to distribute funds to those who need it most.

April 2025

Disaster Relief Fund Activated: 4/3/2025

In response to the devastating weather events from April 2, 2025 to April 3, 2025, we activated our Disaster Relief Fund to support immediate and long-term recovery efforts for those affected by storms and flooding.

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Charity Gala 2023

Disaster Relief Fund Activated: 4/3/2025

In response to the devastating weather events from April 2, 2025 to April 3, 2025, we activated our Disaster Relief Fund to support immediate and long-term recovery efforts for those affected by storms and flooding.
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1999 | 2003

Fund History

The Disaster Relief Fund was established in response to the EF-4 tornado that hit Madison County in January 1999. Alongside the community, we helped those who lost their homes through fundraising efforts.

Photo: After a tornado devastated Jackson in May 2003, the Community Foundation organized the Storm Aid Concert, featuring Amy Grant, Vince Gill, and Darryl Worley. These fundraising efforts brought in $600,000 to help with disaster relief for our friends and neighbors.
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How It Works

A Quick Response

The Disaster Relief Fund allows the Community Foundation to take quick action in response to local needs during disasters. The fund is a place where donations can be directed for those looking to support the community in recovery whether in response to immediate relief or long-term recovery efforts.

The Community Foundation is a partner of West Tennessee VOAD (Volunteer Organizations Against Disaster) and stays connected with agencies and leaders on the ground to assess and plan for funds to be distributed.
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A Quick Response

The Disaster Relief Fund allows the Community Foundation to take quick action in response to local needs during disasters. The fund is a place where donations can be directed for those looking to support the community in recovery whether in response to immediate relief or long-term recovery efforts.

The Community Foundation is a partner of West Tennessee VOAD (Volunteer Organizations Against Disaster) and stays connected with agencies and leaders on the ground to assess and plan for funds to be distributed.

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