TORNADO RELIEF: Joplin, Missouri

On Sunday, May 22, 2011 an EF-5 tornado hit the town of Joplin, MO. It cut a mile-wide, six-mile-long swath through the heart of the 40,000-resident community, leveling a third of the city, killing over 165 people, damaging or destroying 8,000 homes and affecting at least 400 businesses. The damage was so severe it's estimated it’ll take five years to rebuild.

FEI short-term volunteers will have opportunities to help repair damaged or completely destroyed homes, and share the love of Jesus with people whose lives have been turned upside down. Many people, especially the elderly, widows, single women and disabled individuals, do not have the resources to rebuild their homes—but with the help of FEI volunteers, it is possible! Whether a skilled laborer or simply someone with a heart to serve, this is an opportunity where you can change a life.

As the national media moves on to other stories, Forward Edge is committed to reminding these thousands of tornado victims that they are not forgotten!

Mission Trip Details

Jopin, MO Tornado Relief —7 days - $495/person plus airfare
Joplin Fact Sheet- more detailed trip information

Smithville, MS Tornado Relief —7 days - $495/person plus airfare
Smithville Fact Sheet- more detailed trip information

• If you are interested in organizing a team of 10 or more people, contact Nicole Klepec, US & Mexico Coordinator.
• If you're an individual looking to join a team, visit our listing of individual open teams.

With nearly two decades of disaster-response experience, Forward Edge International provides tornado relief teams with practical preparatory materials, experienced on-site facilitators and complete logistical coordination.