{"id":231802,"date":"2026-04-14T21:16:11","date_gmt":"2026-04-14T21:16:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/231802\/"},"modified":"2026-04-14T21:16:11","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T21:16:11","slug":"kansas-city-churches-launch-relief-fund-for-miami-county-tornado-victims","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/231802\/","title":{"rendered":"Kansas City churches launch relief fund for Miami County tornado victims"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"text | article-text\">KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) &#8211; A Kansas City church network has launched an emergency relief fund for tornado victims in Ottawa and Hillsdale. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uickc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer nofollow noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/uickc.org\/\">United in Crisis Kansas City<\/a> says survivors face immediate and urgent needs as they begin the recovery and rebuilding process. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">The organization notes that it is raising funds to provide direct financial assistance to those most impacted, with donations prioritized for individuals and families facing the greatest need. <\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"figure-img img-fluid mx-auto d-block\" alt=\"Storm damage at a motel in Ottawa, Kansas, after a tornado went through on the evening of...\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3HSEGWTWP5AUPNT7ARHVIQLPVE.jpg\" width=\"980\" height=\"654\" \/>Storm damage at a motel in Ottawa, Kansas, after a tornado went through on the evening of April 13, 2026.(Rilee Malloy, KCTV5)<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">\u201cThis is a moment for the church and our community to come together,\u201d a spokesperson said. \u201cWe are committed to standing alongside all the survivors and helping them navigate this incredibly difficult time.\u201d <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Two tornadoes left widespread damage to homes and businesses across both communities. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">United in Crisis says it is working alongside local churches and volunteers to provide shelter support, essential resources and hands-on care. <\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"figure-img img-fluid mx-auto d-block\" alt=\"Storm damage after reported tornado in Hillsdale, Kansas\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/NJCTQTGWBZHIPKZGKPQHAGD4RM.jpg\" width=\"980\" height=\"1078\" \/>Storm damage after reported tornado in Hillsdale, Kansas(DJ Inlow)<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Community members, local organizations and businesses are encouraged to contribute. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">The organization indicates that donations will go directly to those with the most significant needs, supporting both immediate relief and long-term recovery. <\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Torando survivors seeking aid can call the United in Crisis helpline at 816-368-0060. <\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"figure-img img-fluid mx-auto d-block\" alt=\"A tornado damaged several homes in Ottawa, Kansas, on the evening of April 13, 2026.\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/NQ7MPQE7AZAG3AXCYJ7JTH7L6A.jpg\" width=\"980\" height=\"735\" \/>A tornado damaged several homes in Ottawa, Kansas, on the evening of April 13, 2026.(Zac Summers, KCTV5)<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Those who wish to make a tax-deductible gift to the Ottawa Torando Relief Fund can click <a href=\"https:\/\/app.givetransform.org\/UnitedinCrisisKansasCity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer nofollow noopener\" title=\"https:\/\/app.givetransform.org\/UnitedinCrisisKansasCity\">HERE<\/a> to donate. <\/p>\n<p>Copyright 2026 KCTV. 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