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Lutheran Social Services Disaster Response, Inc. (LSSDR) is a ministry of Lutheran Social Services of the South, with the mission of providing help, healing, and hope before and after disasters.  LSSDR serves the states of Texas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma and is affiliated with Lutheran Disaster Response (LDR), a national collaborative ministry of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) and The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS).

How LSSDR Serves:

Each disaster is different and calls for a unique response; therefore, the needs of the community and the availability of resources guide the role LSSDR plays. In every disaster, LSSDR collaborates and coordinates with other nonprofit agencies and groups so that efforts are not duplicated and service gaps are filled. Our roles historically include:

  • Preparedness
  • Emergency Hardship Grants
  • Emotional and Spiritual Care
  • Disaster Case Management
  • Volunteer Coordination
  • Repair & Rebuild Assistance

CURRENT PROGRAMS

Texas Wildfire Relief: The quickest, easiest way to make a difference in the lives of those affected by the 2011 Texas Wildfires is to make a financial contribution. You can make a difference today by clicking on the “Donate” button above and making a financial gift of any amount.  For other ways to contribute, please see more details on our Texas Wildfires page.

Haylift To Texas: Many ranchers affected by the drought and wildfires in Central Texas don’t have enough available hay to feed their livestock.  Farmers and ranchers with an abundance of hay in states like Ohio and Tennessee are willing to donate hay or sell it at favorable prices to those affected and in need.  The obstacle is the cost of transporting the hay from farms in Ohio to Central Texas.  If you would like to make a financial contribution to the Haylift To Texas effort, please go to our “Donate” page above, and check “Haylfit To Texas” as your designation. This will ensure that your contributions will go to help this specific effort.

Get Involved

In preparation for and during emergencies in Louisiana, Texas, or Oklahoma, LSSDR needs your help to bring aid and comfort to victims of disasters. Please consider reaching out to help those in need. Volunteer or donate now to support our disaster response efforts.