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How to donate to help Oklahoma tornado victims

WASHINGTON – After tragedies like the tornado in Moore, Okla., your help is needed.

Below are some reputable charities that assist when disasters strike.

Red Cross

  • Donate to the Red Cross online.
  • Text REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation.
  • Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).

Salvation Army

  • Donate to the Salvation Army online.
  • Text STORM to 80888 to make a $10 donation.
  • Call the Salvation Army at 1-800-SAL-ARMY (725- 2769).
  • Mail your donation, with Oklahoma Tornado Relief designated on your check, to this address:

    The Salvation Army Disaster Relief
    P.O. BOX 12600
    Oklahoma City, OK 73157

Catholic Charities

Save the Children

Charity Navigator

  • The website has gathered a list of charities that are responding to the Oklahoma tornado. See the list here

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