Support the 2025 St. Louis Tornado Response Effort
As our city recovers from one of the most devastating natural disasters in its history, Ranken Technical College recognizes how fortunate we were to have been spared significant damage. While our campus remains intact, many in our surrounding communities were not as lucky — and they need our help.
We believe in the power of community, and now is the time to come together to support our neighbors. Together, we can help rebuild St. Louis.
We invite all Ranken employees, students, alumni, and partners to consider how they can contribute to recovery efforts.
How You Can Help
Whether you’re able to lend a hand, contribute financially, or donate essential supplies, every effort counts.
There are many ways to get involved. Below are verified organizations and initiatives actively supporting relief efforts.
This list will be updated regularly as needs evolve.
- STL Recovers – Organized by the City of St. Louis, STL Recovers is the central hub for tornado recovery efforts. Find up-to-date volunteer shifts, donation drives, and emergency response needs. Visit Site
- Action St. Louis (in partnership with For the Culture STL) – Coordinating neighborhood-level relief efforts, with daily updates on supply needs, volunteer sign-ups, and donation drop-off locations focused on underserved communities.
- Love the Lou – Offering daily sign-ups for hands-on volunteer events in the hardest-hit neighborhoods. Great for individuals or groups looking to make a tangible impact.
- STL Community Foundation – Maintaining an extensive list of trusted nonprofit partners actively working on the ground. This is a great resource to explore both donation opportunities and volunteer efforts across the region.
- Early Childhood Centers Tornado Relief – Many local childcare centers were severely impacted. Join the contact list to receive updates on how you can assist with recovery efforts for early education centers — including cleanup, donations, and more.
- Gateway Region YMCA – Donations made through the YMCA go directly to families and individuals impacted by the storm in our region — 100% of funds stay local.
- United Way 2-1-1 – Dial 2-1-1 or visit their site to find real-time information about volunteer shifts, supply needs, and local donation drives.
If you’re connected to an organization coordinating relief work and would like it to be featured here, please contact us at [email protected].