GIVE TO HURRICANE MICHAEL RELIEF EFFORTS & YOUR DONATION WILL BE MATCHED
*UP TO $50,000

WE HAVE AN URGENT NEED FOR DISASTER RELIEF FUNDING
THE NEXT VOLUNTEER DATE IS 11/5 - 11/10 - SIGN UP BELOW
​Hurricane Florence & Michael Relief Update: IDES is working to address the post-hurricane needs of three communities in North Carolina, (New Bern, Jacksonville, and Wilmington), those of Conway, South Carolina, and now those of churches in the northern Florida region.
 
(IDES partners with churches in disaster affected areas in order to best reach people for Christ during times of need).
 
IDES will be working in North Carolina throughout the end of the year. IDES DART Teams are scheduled for deployment to the churches we are partnering with. We still have one, eight-bay shower trailer deployed in NC with the possibility of another going to Florida, along with a skid steer, and IDES sheds. 

As you know, recovery is expensive for all involved. Aside from prayer, one of the greatest needs will be funds to help communities recover after Hurricane Florence and Hurricane Michael. 
 
If you are able to help today, please consider giving by clicking below. When giving via mail, please mark your checks “disaster” or “hurricane.” 100% of these designated funds will go towards the cause.

Donation Matching: IDES has the opportunity to match your Hurricane Michael donation (up to $50,000). Please mark your check "Hurricane Micheal" or "Matching."

    VOLUNTEER TO GO TO DISASTER SITES

WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT DEPLOYMENT

  • The next scheduled deployment date is Monday, November 5 - Saturday, November 11.
  • Each person who is going to volunteer should have a copy of IDES Prepare to Respond Manual prior to your departure.
  • Please keep your volunteer group under 20 people. We would like for all volunteers to be over the age of 15 for liability reasons.
  • IDES must have an accurate head count from your group before you leave in order to give you information about your housing arrangements.
  • The only cell phone reception in the area is for AT&T phone meaning that communication with your families, churches, and IDES will be very limited.
  • Housing is provided either at our partner church or at a nearby by camp. Please bring bedding, proper clothing, bug spray, sunscreen, hygiene products, dry foods, and water. Volunteers currently deployed at BGCC have recommended incoming volunteers bring tents.
  • The nearest place to get food / shop is an hour away. There is a propane grill on site.
  • You are expected to cover all of your own costs and to make your own travel arrangements. If I schedule another group to go at the same time as you, IDES will give you their contact information to make carpooling a possibility.
  • Please be aware that, you may be sent away if you do not have proper PPE (see below).
    Please be aware that some disaster sites do not have running water however, you may be directed to a nearby camp that does.
  • Volunteers are currently doing clean-up projects meaning minimal skill is required - all abilities are welcome.
  • If you are able, disaster sites need gas / propane, first aid, generators, tarps, nails, and LOTS of chainsaws.
Once IDES confirms your volunteer date, you will be sent a liability form and connected with disaster site leadership.

Photos of the Damage​

You Can Make Hope Possible

Why?

Disaster.   Violence.   Hunger.   Poverty.   Inequality.   Disease.  Hopelessness.

All of these problems cause millions of people just like you to suffer around the world. 

Our Mission

​IDES exists to meet physical and spiritual needs of suffering people throughout the world in the name of Jesus Christ.

About Us

IDES is a Christian 501(c)(3) organization that connects those who are hurting worldwide to those who have a heart of compassion. Since 1973, IDES has partnered with local churches in the U.S. and mission workers in more than 115 countries during times of crisis.
IDES serves in 5 Focus Areas: 

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Contact:
Mailing:
​PO Box 379
Noblesville, IN 46061

​Physical:
355 Park 32 West Dr.
Noblesville, IN 46062

Phone:  317-773-4111
Email:  ides@ides.org