We are grateful for the specialized crews here with the Lutheran Early Response Team. If you, or someone you know, needs help with their property due to the July 27th tornado, please click on the following link and complete the Google Doc work request form. The completed form will go directly to the LERT coordinators, who will connect with you to see how our volunteers can help you. Peace Lutheran Church is serving as the communication center for the LERT team for responses in our community.
On July 27, 2026, a destructive tornado struck communities throughout the Fox Valley.
Peace Lutheran Church in Neenah quickly became part of the response. Working alongside experienced Lutheran disaster-response organizations, Peace opened its doors as a disaster-response center where volunteers could gather, train, eat, organize, and deploy into affected neighborhoods. Experienced teams came from outside our community carrying equipment, knowledge, training, and willing hands serving our community.
Since that storm, LERT has helped 95+ homes, engaged 100+ volunteers, contributed 3,000+ volunteer hours, and received 120+ requests for assistance. Our volunteers have removed hazardous trees and storm debris, supported homeowners, assisted other churches and organizations, provided spiritual first aid, prayed with families, and helped people begin recovering from a disaster they never expected.
For more information on the Lutheran Early Response Teams (LERT), along with upcoming training and deployment opportunities, click the link below.
LCMS Disaster Response & Training
In the aftermath of the tornado that impacted our community, churches in Neenah and Menasha have come together to offer a simple message:
You are not alone.
We are praying for our neighbors, caring for our community and standing together in hope for our future.
Learn more about the Green Ribbon project.
