Louisville, KY – As floodwaters begin to recede across Kentucky and Tennessee following the historic storms and flash flooding from April 3–6, The Salvation Army remains steadfast in its mission to serve those in crisis. Now entering its second week of response, the organization has transitioned from emergency feeding to the delivery of essential recovery supplies—bringing hope to neighborhoods beginning the long journey to rebuild.
From its Divisional Headquarters and warehouse in Louisville, The Salvation Army has been coordinating widespread distribution of relief supplies to hard-hit counties including Washington, Carroll, Powell, Clark, Marshall, Hickman, and McCracken in Kentucky. This weekend, relief efforts will expand with deliveries to Obion and Montgomery counties in Tennessee, and to Paducah and communities across the Purchase Region of far western Kentucky.
Though the nature of the work has shifted, The Salvation Army continues to serve meals in areas still grappling with displacement, including Shepherdsville, KY, and Obion and Dyer counties in Tennessee.
On Friday, April 11, Major Chris Streck delivered 150 cleanup kits to West Point, KY—a community nestled along the Ohio River where floodwaters have left homes heavily damaged.
“I saw neighborhoods where the water had swallowed entire yards, leaving mud and debris behind,” Major Streck said. “But I also saw resilience—neighbors helping neighbors, people leaning on their faith. The Salvation Army is here to walk with them every step of the way.”
That same day, cleanup kits were also delivered to Woodford, Clark, and Powell counties in Kentucky. Over the weekend, two pallets of cleanup kits, hygiene kits, and baby supplies will head to Clarksville, Tennessee, for distribution to families still in need.
Bo Sells, Incident Commander for The Salvation Army, emphasized the breadth of the ongoing response.
“We’re dealing with a disaster that has affected dozens of communities over two states,” said Sells. “The needs are deep, but so is our commitment. This is exactly why The Salvation Army exists—to meet people in their moment of need and stay with them through recovery.”
Meeting Needs, Changing Lives
One of those people is Sharon, a grandmother from McCracken County who found herself cut off from help after the storm flooded her neighborhood and left her without power or transportation. When The Salvation Army delivered a food box and hygiene kit to her door, she was overwhelmed with gratitude.
“I didn’t know anyone even knew we were back here,” Sharon said. “This gave me hope that I wasn’t forgotten.”
By the Numbers – Salvation Army Impact Since April 3:
- 2,784 meals served
- 3,104 drinks provided
- 2,549 snacks distributed
- 466 cleanup kits delivered
- 227 clothing items given
- 54 food boxes distributed
- 255 emotional and spiritual care contacts made
The Salvation Army remains committed to standing with Kentucky and Tennessee families for as long as needed. This work is only possible because of generous public support.
To support relief efforts, visit helpsalvationarmy.org or call 1-800-SAL-ARMY. Donations by mail may be sent to PO Box 436437, Louisville, KY 40253. Please note “2025 Spring Storms KY/TN” in the memo line.
