In September and October 2024, the Southeastern U.S. was struck by two powerful hurricanes, Helene and Milton, causing widespread destruction. The storms left communities in Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas, and beyond struggling with the aftermath: destroyed homes, disrupted lives, and severely damaged or completely destroyed infrastructure.
In these critical moments, World Vision’s swift and steadfast response has made a significant difference. Partnering with 20 local churches, we distributed essential supplies like clean water, generators, diapers, personal care items, and more, ensuring that people in the hardest-hit areas readily accessed the basics they needed.
Rev. Louis M. Murphy, Sr., of Mt. Zion Progressive Missionary Baptist Church in Florida, shared his gratitude: “To be able to partner with World Vision, a worldwide organization that has that local touch as well, is incredible.”
Our commitment to supporting these communities extends beyond short-term relief to long-term recovery and rebuilding.
Your immediate support and ongoing impact
Thanks to the generosity of our donors and the partnership of churches, faith-based organizations, and community organizations, we’ve distributed 52 truckloads of aid, bringing relief to communities across Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas.
As of February 2025, World Vision’s response has supported 72,195 people in the hardest-hit communities. Through 20 church partnerships, we delivered:
- Over 73,000 pounds of food, including 3,466 Crisis Relief Boxes and 1,100 turkeys for holiday meals
- 18,000 gallons of clean water
- More than 20,000 toys, books, items of clothing, and holiday gift items to families in need
Reed Slattery, World Vision’s National Director of U.S. Programs, called this disaster one of the most devastating to hit the U.S. “We know the road to recovery is long, and World Vision will continue to stand with the communities affected by Hurricane Helene. We are committed to offering support, compassion, and resources to help impacted families recover.”
Pastor Gwen Jones from St. John Baptist Church called World Vision’s response “an answer to prayer.”
A future of hope and restoration
We’re focusing on post-storm clean-up and rebuilding as we move into the recovery phase. Our long-term commitments include supporting our partnerships to rebuild 150 homes with building materials such as lumber, drywall, appliances, and more.
Our efforts will continue to focus on ensuring families stay safe, warm, and dry through winter and offering educational support for children impacted by the storms.
Long after other organizations have often left, we will continue to stand by these communities, dedicated to helping them rebuild and restore their lives with dignity and hope.
