Tornado Disaster Response
Mercy Kits Needed for Tornado Victims
Recent tornados and floods have resulted in a barrage of requests for Mercy Kits, (also known as
Hygiene Kits) for the victims. Our supply is now dangerously low. Your help is needed
to replenish the supply of Mercy Kits. In addition to storm victims in the U.S., people in Russia, Haiti, and
many other countries have an ongoing need for these kits.
The contents are as follows:
One bath towel, dark color recommended
One washcloth, dark color recommended
One bath-size bar (4 to 5 oz.) of soap, any brand, in its original wrapping
One adult-size toothbrush in its original packaging
One tube of toothpaste
One sturdy comb, remove packaging
6 Band-Aids or (or similar brand), medium size, secured together
All items should be in new condition. You can wrap the smaller items in the washcloth. Wrap the
washcloth and the remaining items in the larger towel.
Instructions on how to wrap the items in the towel are as follows:
Spread the towel out flat. On the two long sides of the towel fold them in about 5 inches on both sides.
Place everything in the center, between these folds and then roll the towel up. To secure the rolled
towel use strong cord or a strong ribbon securely tied at both ends. These Mercy Kits pack very nicely in
boxes. If you have already made up your kits or have purchased your contents and they do not follow
the above requirements, do not change them or repack them. Send them to us as you originally
planned.
This makes an excellent project for youth groups, church groups, scout troops, mission groups, or
individuals.
Mercy Kits can be sent to Orphan Grain Train Warehouse, 606 W. Phillip, Norfolk, NE 68701, or contact
the Orphan Grain Train branch near you.
Thank you for helping Orphan Grain Train bring Relief for Human Need Worldwide
Joplin And Birmingham Tornado Update
NORFOLK, NE (May 25, 2011) Flood and Storm Update. Orphan Grain Train is in the process of
establishing a warehouse in the Joplin area to aid the victims of the latest round of tornados. FEMA has
indicated that the search for survivors is ongoing and as a result, no one is allowed to enter the area
directly affected by the storm, at this time, without permission. This information is changing hourly, so
by the time this information goes out, it may change. Orphan Grain Train is working closely with disaster
professionals there so that needed items will get to the victims as soon as possible.
A semi-load of relief supplies, including cleaning supplies, tarps, bottled water, personal hygiene items,
and other needed items, has been sent to the tornado victims in Birmingham. Contacts there have
advised that only needed items should be sent to avoid the unfortunate circumstance of having to
dispose of unneeded items. They have requested that no clothing be sent. (See list below)
Orphan Grain Train supporters have been especially generous in their gifts and donations during this
unusually vicious storm season, and we would like to say a big thank you for your assistance. If you
would like to assist in this latest disaster, please make checks payable to Orphan Grain Train and mail to
P.O. Box 1466, Norfolk, NE 68702-1466. For more information, or to donate online, please visit our
website at http://www.ogt.org.
There is an urgent need for the following items for the storm affected areas:
*Bottled Water
*Plastic Tubs
*Personal Hygiene Items
*Diapers *Work Gloves *Shovels
*Towels
*Brooms
*Flashlights/batteries
*Bleach
*Paper Towels
*Cleaning Supplies
*Chainsaws *Blankets
*Pillows
*Rakes
*Paper Towels
*Tarps (20X30, 30X50, 20X40, 40X60)
If you would like to donate relief supplies, please bring them to the Orphan Grain Train Warehouse at 606 W. Phillip, Norfolk, NE 68701 or contact the Orphan Grain Train branch near you.