Eastern Kentucky floods: Here's how you can help donate money, supplies to flood recovery efforts

Torrential rains swept through and flooded Eastern Kentucky last week, leaving behind devastation as communities and hundreds of homes are destroyed.

As of Monday, the death toll is up to 30, and hundreds more are still missing as the region braces for more rain to move through.

So, what is there to do to help? Around Cincinnati, some organizations are collecting supplies, money or volunteers to help with recovery efforts. Here's what you need to know.

Eastern Kentucky flooding updates: At least 30 confirmed dead, hundreds still missing

Where to donate around Cincinnati to help with Eastern Kentucky recovery efforts

American Red Cross, Central & Southern Ohio Region

Volunteers from the Central & Southern Ohio Region of the American Red Cross traveled to the area to help with the disaster response last week.

One Red Cross emergency response vehicle was activated through the Columbus office Friday, and was driven by a volunteer from Dayton and a volunteer from Cincinnati to Eastern Kentucky. Another Red Cross vehicle also left from Cincinnati on Friday.

Matthew 25 Ministries

The organization headquartered in Blue Ash is partnering with Procter & Gamble to send a number of disaster response vehicles to the affected areas in Eastern Kentucky. This includes a customized panel truck with P&G personal care product kits, household cleaning supplies, tarps, bottled water, first-aid and safety kits from disaster relief partner Cintas and other items.

Matthew 25 is also sending the Tide Loads of Hope mobile unit to provide laundry services. Ben Williams, the director of disaster relief at Matthew 25, said a disaster response team consisting of staff members will go to Eastern Kentucky this week to aid in washing clothes and helping with other needs.

Eastern Kentucky flooding: Here's what you can donate and where in Kentucky

In addition to the items the organization is sending to Eastern Kentucky, Matthew 25 is requesting these items to supplement existing supplies, for both restocking during this response and for future disasters. It is accepting donations at the facility on 11060 Kenwood Rd. in Blue Ash.

• Cases of bottled water (12 and 24 count.)

• Personal care products: Antibacterial soap, hand sanitizer, toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, body wash, deodorant, lotion, etc.

• Cleaning supplies: Laundry detergents, general cleaner, sponges, bleach (powdered form is preferred), mops, scrub brushes, buckets, rubber gloves, etc.

• Paper products: Toilet paper, paper towels, etc.

• Baby and infant supplies: Diapers, wipes, diaper rash ointment, baby wash, baby shampoo, baby lotion, etc.

• First-aid items: Bandages, gauze, pads, first-aid tape, antiseptic creams, hydrogen peroxide, alcohol, latex gloves, instant cold packs, etc.

• New and in original packaging: Power tools, fans, generators, etc.

You can donate online or mail checks to Matthew 25: Ministries, 11060 Kenwood Road, Blue Ash, OH 45242. Matthew 25 says 100% of donated funds designated for Eastern Kentucky flooding will be used for the intended purpose.

All Dogs Come From Heaven Rescue

The Amelia-based nonprofit drove a truck with thousands of pounds of pet food and supplies to Eastern Kentucky on Sunday. They plan to make the trip with more supplies from donations and the United Pet Fund on Thursday and again on the following Sunday.

Donations of pet food and supplies can be dropped off at the adoption center, 1894 St. Route 125 in Amelia, or at Milton's Prospect Hill Tavern on 301 Milton St. in Mount Auburn.

The nonprofit is also asking for financial donations to help fill the tank, which can be donated through their website or to their PayPal, alldogscfh@gmail.com.

Red Cross and the University of Kentucky Men's basketball team

On Tuesday, the men's basketball team will hold an open practice at Rupp Arena and the Kentucky Flood Relief Telethon, with proceeds going to the Red Cross. The doors open at 5 p.m., and practice begins at 6:30 p.m.

Head coach John Calipari tweeted that he was proud of the team, who came to him after the floods with an idea to help, thus resulting in the telethon.

Life Learning Center

The Life Learning Center is collecting cleaning supplies at its Covington location, 20 W. 18th St. Aug 1-3. The hours Monday are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Tuesday and Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

The city of Florence is also partnering with the organization for another drop-off location at the Administrative Offices at the Florence Government Center, 8100 Ewing Blvd. Aug 1-3, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

For any additional questions about donations, call the Life Learning Center at 859-431-0100.

Kentucky organizations helping with flood efforts

Foundation for Appalachian Kentucky has set up a fund it says goes directly to affected families. Click here for more information about donating.

Appalshop, a family-owned business in Whitesburg that was hit hard by the flooding, is aggregating sources of information regarding mutual aid donations and flooding updates. Click here for more information.

This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: How to help with Eastern Kentucky flood relief from Cincinnati