Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief

04/30/2026

In late April, a series of damaging tornadoes caused widespread damage in multiple areas and communities in Oklahoma. Amid the devastation and wreckage, Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief (DR) volunteers stepped up to serve people in need.

Oklahoma Baptist DR is planning to serve in Atoka County with chainsaw teams and also is available to serve in the Enid area, which was struck by a devastating EF-4 tornado on April 23.

Read More - https://www.okdisasterhelp.org/2026/04/help-hope-healing-oklahoma-baptist-disaster-relief-serving-across-the-state/

Affected homeowners can request services from Oklahoma Baptist DR by contacting 844-690-9198 or visit www.OKDisasterHelp.org.

04/29/2026

Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief teams continue to serve tornado-affected areas of Oklahoma.

To request services from disaster relief, or to support relief efforts, visit www.okdiasterhelp.org today.

04/28/2026

Have the recent storms stirred in you a desire to help in times of disaster? If so, join state director, Jason Yarbrough, for an online Zoom Orientation and Credentialing call on Monday, May 4th at 7pm. Receive all the info you need to obtain your Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief credentials and join this incredible volunteer ministry. To register visit www.okdisasterhelp.org/volunteer-training to fill out the pre-registration form, pay the $30 fee, and authorize a background check. Once registered you will receive the link to the zoom meeting via email. Join us as we provide help, hope, and healing to those in crisis.

Orientation & Credentialing

04/27/2026

Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief Springs into Action after Destructive Tornadoes

Within hours after a large tornado did major damage in Enid on April 23, Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief (DR) volunteers arrived to help.

“We always want to provide help, hope, and healing to the people impacted by this storm, as we serve in the name of Jesus,” said Jason Yarbrough, Oklahoma Baptist DR state director.

Read More - https://bit.ly/49eMDW2

04/24/2026

Leaders with Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief are actively monitoring the severe storms and tornado activity. We are praying for all those impacted and stand ready to serve.

04/04/2026

Good Friday brought some powerful weather across Oklahoma. Praying for all that were impacted by these storms. Our damage assessment volunteers are out looking for any areas that might need our services.
If you have or know of damage, sharing that information and location in the comments can be helpful.
If you have damage and need to request our assistance please call the number below or visit our website.

03/24/2026

It's not too late to sign up for this week's volunteer training with Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief!

➡️ THIS SATURDAY: DR is hosting an in-person orientation and training on March 28th at the TEAM Center in Okarche.
➡️ Volunteer orientation is open to any member of a Southern Baptist church who is at least 18 years of age.
➡️ Attending orientation does not obligate you to serve, but it is necessary before serving.

Sign up for the training and find more details at www.okdisasterhelp.org. 🤝

03/16/2026

Have the fires, tornadoes, and strong winds causing damage across Oklahoma peaked your interest in becoming a volunteer with Oklahoma Baptist Disaster Relief?
Join us Saturday, March 28th, from 8:30am-2:30pm, at our DR Team Center in Okarche (7180 NW Expressway), and get an orientation to the ministry, receive your credentials to volunteer, and learn all the different ways you can serve through DR.
There is no better time than the present to get ready to serve those impacted by disasters. Pre-register at our website, www.okdisasterhelp.org, and we will see you soon!

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03/10/2026

Oklahoma Disaster Relief Responds to Fire, Tornado Damage

In late February, wildfires spread across northern Oklahoma, burning thousands of acres. On Friday, March 6, another round of severe weather swept across Oklahoma impacting several communities in the eastern and northeastern parts of the state. DR volunteers traveled to the affected areas to assess damage and respond to the needs of those affected.

Read Here - https://bit.ly/4sCTOic

03/09/2026

03/07/2026

Another round of severe weather swept across Oklahoma last night (Friday) impacting several communities in eastern/ northeastern part of the state. Our hearts go out to all those affected and especially to the family and community of Beggs that lost loved ones in the storm.
Our Oklahoma Disaster Relief volunteers have been out since daylight assessing damage and responding to the needs across the area.
Join us in praying for all those affected and for everyone that is responding to help.
(Photo is from the Bristow area)