Donations, volunteers welcome following Sullivan County tornado
SULLIVAN, Ind. (WISH) — At least 18 confirmed tornadoes touched down Friday night in Indiana, including an EF3 tornado that caused widespread destruction and took three lives in Sullivan County.
Donations of food, supplies, and time are welcome, according to Sullivan Sheriff Jason Bobbitt.
How to donate
Several local agencies have combined resources to collect donations for those impacted by the tornado.
Donations can be dropped off at the Sullivan Civic Center, located at 344 N. Main Street in Sullivan. These items are being distributed at the civic center.
The following items are being accepted:
- Non-perishable food items
- Gatorade and other sports drinks
- Feminine hygiene products
- Baby wipes
- Storage bins
- Cleaning supplies
- Paper products — toilet paper, tissues, paper plates
- Plastic cutlery
Clothing donations are not needed, Bobbitt says.
Those looking to donate money to people affected by the Sullivan tornado can make a donation through the Wabash Valley Community Foundation.
How to volunteer
Hoosiers are also welcome to donate time and resources, but Sullivan County officials are asking people not to come on their own and instead to coordinate with Sullivan County Emergency Operations by calling 812-268-6357, ext. 1.
Shelter and resources
Anyone impacted by the tornado and severe storms can stop by the American Red Cross shelter at Abundant Grace, 761 State Road 154 in Sullivan.
The American Red Cross, the Salvation Army, and other nonprofit organizations are offering food at this location.
Previous Coverage
- ‘I don’t even know where to start’: Sullivan recovers from deadly tornado
- Sullivan County residents picking up the pieces after tornado
- Indiana storms kill 5; leave severe damage across the state
- Widespread damage in Whiteland from storm
