
United States: Helping Hands After the Storm
When Hurricane Milton struck Florida in October 2024, John never expected his family would be displaced from their home for a year and a half. A single dad living in
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When Hurricane Milton struck Florida in October 2024, John never expected his family would be displaced from their home for a year and a half. A single dad living in

A nation’s independence day is special and often marked by celebration. Families and communities excitedly gather for fireworks, food, parades, and togetherness. But on July 4, 2025, the story was

In September 2025, the American Red Cross awarded a grant to World Renew’s Disaster Response Services (DRS) program, funding our Restoring Homes and Hope in Florida project. With an award

In 2024, Hurricane Helene devastated parts of the southeastern United States, bringing powerful winds, record-breaking rainfall, and widespread flooding that damaged homes and displaced thousands of families. In response, World

In June 2024, severe storms brought record-breaking rainfall across northwest Iowa, causing rivers like the Big Sioux, Little Sioux, and Rock River to overflow their banks. Communities were quickly inundated

In the aftermath of a natural disaster, rebuilding is more than a challenge—it’s a test of resilience, especially for families already living in vulnerable communities. In low-income regions, a struggling

Family legacies are deeply meaningful. You may look back on past generations who passed down cherished traditions, or family members who created lasting impact through their work or passions. For

By Mackenzie Karel, Volunteer Program Administrative Assistant, Disaster Response Services One of the many privileges of being a World Renew employee is the opportunity to spend a week volunteering in

In September 2022, Hurricane Ian tore across Florida as a powerful Category 4 storm, bringing destructive winds of up to 140 mph, catastrophic storm surge, and widespread flooding. Communities across

When World Renew Disaster Response Services (DRS) enters a disaster-impacted community, volunteers come to be the hands and feet of Jesus while repairing homes. At its core, DRS works alongside