Hurricane Isaias Response

Hurricane Relief Updates

After an unusually quiet Atlantic hurricane season, Hurricane Isaias is rapidly intensifying and threatening Gulf Coast communities with destructive winds, torrential rain, tornadoes, and dangerous storm surge. As families, businesses, and first responders brace for the Category 3 storm’s impact, Mercy Chefs is mobilizing a response team, Strike Kitchen, and essential equipment throughout the areas where the storm could create the greatest need. Your support today helps us respond immediately and provide critical hot meals to those affected by the storm within the first 24–48 hours.

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August 14, 2026

It's Not All Lost—There's a Glimmer of Hope

When wildfires moved through Nine Mile Falls, families only had minutes to decide what to take and what to leave. As Pastor Wayne shared, “When you are told you have minutes to grab what you need…and you may or may not be coming back…all of a sudden, what’s important becomes pretty clear.”

Now, as families begin to navigate what comes next, the community is coming together to care for one another. At the heart of this effort is Pastor Wayne, whose love for the local children helped create a place where families can find a warm meal and hope in a season of uncertainty. Mercy Chefs is honored to support this community, serving nutritious meals that provide relief and a moment to breathe.

August 12, 2026

A Moment of Normalcy with a Hot Meal

Our team on the ground served our first hot meals to families and children impacted by the wildfires in the Nine Mile Falls area. This included hearty taco lunches that met students’ dietary needs before the start of a new school year. We also served a local firehouse as a small thank-you to the firefighters who continue working to contain the fires.

We’re grateful for local churches, students, and community members who are joining us to serve their neighbors even amid their own loss. As this community begins to recover, your generosity allows us to provide a moment of normalcy for kids and families navigating the days ahead.

Make a Donation

Every meal served helps ease someone’s burden as they face uncertainty and begin the road to recovery. Thank you for your support as we feed those impacted by Hurricane Isaias.

Become a Volunteer

Volunteers are the backbone of everything we do. As Hurricane Isaias makes landfall, stay tuned for opportunities to join Mercy Chefs on the ground and help serve communities in need.

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