ST. LOUIS – North St. Louis families are struggling to recover one week after a deadly tornado tore through the St. Louis area.

Disaster relief group Samaritan’s Purse is offering emergency repairs and  much-needed hope to those impacted.

“We’re a Christian organization that helps with poverty, helps people in disasters (and) wartime,” said Jodie Yoder.

One of those families is the Griffin family. Their roof was ripped off in the storm, leaving their home exposed to the elements. Today, they’re getting emergency repairs—and emotional support.

“I needed assistance,” said Charles Griffin. “And so I gave them the information that’s needed in order for them to start on the property. And they did. And now they’re getting it done. So this was a blessing in disguise.”

The organization is committed to staying in St. Louis for as long as it takes to meet the community’s need.

“It’s catastrophic. There’s lots of damage, lots of homes that are totally destroyed, roofs that are ripped off and, you know, sadly, loss of life here. So we want to be here to support the community and to just love on them, let them know that Jesus loves them, that we love them, and that they aren’t forgotten,” Yoder said.

If you or someone you know needs help, Samaritan’s Purse has set up a mobile response unit in north St. Louis. 

Call 833-747-1234 to speak with a Samaritan’s Purse Representative