Parts of eastern Kentucky have been hit with devastating flooding, with the governor declaring states of emergency in Floyd, Breathitt, Clay, Owsley, Letcher and Pike counties.
You may contribute to Kentucky Baptist Disaster Relief efforts by clicking the button below or sending checks marked for Kentucky Baptist Disaster Relief to the address below:
Kentucky Baptist Disaster Relief
P.O. Box 950295
Louisville, KY 40295-9900
Two important ways your church can help right now are by donating gift cards to Lowe’s, Tractor Supply and Walmart, and also by writing notes of encouragement to our Disaster Relief volunteers who will be serving diligently in affected areas.
You can send both to the Kentucky Baptist Convention, attention Disaster Relief, at 13420 Eastpoint Centre Dr, Louisville, KY 40223.
You can also collect and deliver specific donations to various ministries in eastern Kentucky. Click here to learn more.
Please join us in praying for the people in eastern Kentucky as they are experiencing historic flooding. Pray for those who have suffered loss, and for those who are assisting with the flooding cleanup.
As you are praying, consider writing a note of encouragement to one of our Disaster Relief volunteers and sending it to the KBC. Also consider praying for and partnering with affected churches. Find that list in the drop-down below.
Pray for and partner with the churches below as they recover from the flooding. The church name is listed with their mailing address.
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First Baptist Church |
170 Madison Ave. Whitesburg, KY 41858 |
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Montgomery Baptist Church |
PO Box 597 Carrie, KY 41725 |
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Fleming Baptist Church |
PO Box 189 Neon, KY 41840 |
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Smithsboro Baptist Church |
PO Box 279 Vicco, KY 41773 |
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Emmanuel Baptist Church |
9416 Hwy 805 Jenkins, KY 41537 |
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First Baptist Church |
PO Box 506 Hindman, KY 41822 |
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Mousie First Baptist Church |
PO Box 208 Mousie, KY 41839 |
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Faith Baptist Church |
PO Box 150 Dorton, KY 41520 |
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New Prospect Baptist Church |
c/o Allen Kendrick, PO Box 355 Oneida, KY 40972 |
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First Creek Baptist Church |
PO Box 81 Bonnyman, KY 41719 |
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Jeremiah Missionary Baptist Church |
PO Box 220 Isom, KY 41824 |
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Willow Fern Baptist Church |
PO Box 261 Bulan, KY 41722 |
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Deane Baptist Church |
431 Hwy. 803 Millstone, KY 41838 |
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Bulan Baptist Church |
PO Box 206 Bulan, KY 41722 |
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Craft Colly Baptist Church |
100 Craft Colly Rd, PO Box 266, Ermine, KY 41815 |
If you want to give to Kentucky disaster relief efforts, you can give using the link below or by mailing to Kentucky Baptist Disaster Relief, P.O. Box 950295, Louisville, KY 40295-9900.
You can give in-kind donations to those ministries and churches who are receiving them. Click here for the full list. Needed resources fluctuate, so check with the recipient BEFORE collecting and delivering anything.
You can donate gift cards for Lowe’s, Tractor Supply, Walmart and Visa. Mail them to the KBC address. You can also find a list of ministries receiving such gift cards by clicking the button below.
Learn about our training opportunities and find how you can serve when the next disaster strikes.
The following ministries have requested a limited number of volunteers. Confirm with the ministry how many, what days and what you need to bring before enlisting anyone.
◦ Meridzo Ministry, Blackey, KY – Marc Hensley 606-428-0339
◦ Booneville Baptist Association, Manchester, KY – Frank Peters 606-598-6242
◦ First Baptist Church Hazard, KY – Pastor Tim Reynolds 606-854-8506
If you are a church or association affiliated with the Kentucky Baptist Convention, you may fill out the form below to post your rebuild projects. This will allow volunteer teams to view your projects and possibly provide assistance.
Investigate new rebuild projects happening in Kentucky and how you can be a part.
Kentucky C.A.R.E. provides financial grants for “Churches Assisting Rebuild Efforts” and provides funds to assist churches rebuild their damaged or destroyed buildings; to provide funds for churches assisting community rebuild projects; assist pastors/staff whose homes were damaged; or to provide funds for churches hosting rebuild teams.
Many resources available include building materials, volunteers, skilled labor, financial assistance and prayer. If you are a KBC church or association, please click on the following dropdown boxes to learn more and apply for assistance in that particular area.
Contact Disaster Relief Director Ron Crow at 502-489-3401 or ron.crow@kybaptist.org for more information or questions.
If you are a KBC church whose building or property was affected by the recent flooding, please fill out the form below to apply for a grant.
If you are a KBC church or association who is assisting in a community rebuild project, please fill out the form below to apply for a grant.
If you are a KBC church or association with a pastor or staff member whose home was affected by the recent flooding, please fill out the form below to apply for a rebuild grant.
If you are a KBC church or association who is requesting volunteer teams and/or financial assistance to host teams, please fill out the form below to apply.