Help us help Joplin's EF5 Tornado Recovery:
Find out how to help those suffering from the Joplin, MO tornado. To make a donation by phone, please call the Heart of Missouri United Way at 573-443-4523. 100% of all proceeds will be donated directly to Joplin.
This site was created by Joplin native Brent Beshore who now lives in Columbia, MO. We thank him for his generous efforts on behalf of the victims of the Joplin Tornado.
A Bright Futures team from Joplin has launched a website called RebuildJoplin.org. This website is a comprehensive resource for people affected by the storm AND for those who wish to help. If you are able to help, please consider going to the website and get connected with verified agencies.
Also, please help us spread the word that RebuildJoplin.org is the primary website for sending help to Joplin. It’s by Joplin, for Joplin. These agencies and resources are screened and verified. RebuildJoplin.org is endorsed by the City of Joplin, Joplin Schools, Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce and United Way 2-1-1.
RebuildJoplin.org, an initiative launched by Bright Futures, will adjust to the changing needs of community relief efforts. Joplin Schools created Bright Futures as a grass roots, community based program that creates partnerships and utilizes community resources for the common goal of helping our kids and strengthening our families and community. In the wake of the destruction, Bright Futures is adapting a successful program to meet the needs of those impacted by the tornado.
Friends, I ask that you please disseminate this information to your contact list so we can spread the word as quickly as possible, as far as possible. Together we can rebuild Joplin.
A local contact person with RebuildJoplin.org is Garen McMillian 417-483-5136
Convoy of Hope - Jamie McMurray
In an effort to bring attention to Convoy of Hope’s ongoing relief efforts in tornado-stricken Joplin, Mo., the owners of the Earnhardt Ganassi Racing No. 1, Bass Pro Shops/Tracker Marine Chevrolet car will put Convoy of Hope’s logo on its car for this weekend’s Coca-Cola 600 NASCAR Sprint Cup Race. The car will be driven by Sprint Cup driver Jamie McMurray, who is from Joplin.
Helpful information from the City of Joplin
Be OK (united for Joplin) song
These talented young people in Columbia, MO, have partnered with Heart of Missouri United Way to help in the relief efforts of Joplin’s tornado victims.
The CO has just released their newest single “Be Ok” as a way to help inspire and bring immediate relief to Joplin’s victims. The CO has decided that 100% of the sales from “Be Ok” will be donated directly to Heart of Missouri United Way to benefit Joplin’s tornado recovery.
Please show your support by downloading the single from iTunes or Amazon.com
Visit the Home Builders of Southwest Missouri website for warning signs of unscrupulous contractors.
You will also find tips on what to do "After the Storm".