Current Service Efforts
As communities recover from recent flooding, there are many ways to support relief
efforts through volunteering, financial contributions, and supply donations. Please
do not self-deploy. Instead, participate through coordinated organizations
to ensure assistance reaches communities safely and effectively.
Current Response Areas
Relief efforts are currently focused on
Lewis, Pleasants, and Upshur Counties.
Information on this page will continue to be updated as new volunteer opportunities
and community resources become available.
Ways to Help
Make a Financial Donation
Financial donations allow organizations to respond quickly to the greatest needs
as they change throughout the recovery effort.
Lewis & Upshur Flood Fund
Donate to the Lewis & Upshur Flood Fund
West Virginia Chamber Foundation
The West Virginia Chamber Foundation is committed to helping communities impacted
by severe flooding. Your contribution helps provide immediate assistance where
it is needed most.
Donate Supplies
Supply Collection Sites
Community members can support flood recovery by donating requested supplies at the
collection locations below. Please note that each collection site may have different
needs. This information will be updated as additional collection efforts are announced.
Tygart Valley United Way Collection
Requested Items
- Bottled water
- Nonperishable snacks
- Hygiene items
- Games and activities for families
- Diapers
- Clorox wipes
- Cleaning supplies
- Mops and buckets
- Gloves
- Shovels
- Paper towels
- Bleach
Drop-Off Location
Tygart Valley United Way
221 Washington Street
Fairmont, WV
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Suncrest United Methodist Church Collection
Suncrest United Methodist Church is organizing a flood relief collection to support
the Buckhannon and Weston communities.
Requested Items
- 5-gallon bucket with lid (no screw-top lids)
- Liquid laundry detergent (32 to 64 oz.)
- Liquid household cleaner concentrate (16-40oz., no spray cleaners)
- Liquid dish soap (16-34oz.)
- Pump spray air freshener (4-8oz.)
- Pump spray insect repellent (6-14 oz. or wipes)
- Scrub brush
- 18 reusable cleaning wipes (no microfiber, terrycloth, or paper towels)
- 5 scouring pads (no soap or stainless steel)
- 36-50 clothespins
- 50-100 ft. clothesline
- Box of 24 heavy-duty trash bags (33-45 gallon)
- 5 N95 dust masks (no surgical masks)
- 2 pairs reusable kitchen gloves
- 1 pair work gloves (leather or leather palm)
Drop-Off Location
Suncrest United Methodist Church
479 Van Voorhis Road, Morgantown
304/599-6306
Text: 304/641-7862
Additional collection information, including drop-off dates and times, will be shared
as it becomes available.
Volunteer
Helping directly is another effective way to support disaster recovery efforts.
Things change rapidly in recovery, so please double check for the most current
information and do not self-deploy.
WVU students, faculty, and staff can use iServe to find opportunities and record their service.
Emergency Shelters
Emergency shelters are available for individuals and families affected by flooding.
Additional shelter locations are available through the
American Red Cross Shelter Locator
.
If your home has been impacted or you need assistance, call
1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767)
or visit
American Red Cross Get Help
.
Download the
American Red Cross Emergency App
for emergency alerts, weather updates, shelter information, and safety tips.
Current Shelter Locations
-
Buckhannon Church of the Nazarene
192 Zicks Road
Buckhannon, WV 26201
-
Lewis County High School
205 Minuteman Drive
Weston, WV 26452
-
Philippi Middle School
611 Cherry Hill Road
Philippi, WV 26416
Stay Informed
Flood recovery efforts continue to evolve as community needs change. Check back regularly
for updated volunteer opportunities, donation requests, recovery resources, and
shelter information.
Last updated: July 27, 2026