Stepstones Ministry International in Center, Texas is reponding to the Van, Texas tornado relief effort.

Stepstones has been asked to bring men to run chainsaws, remove debris and provide a cook team for a group of 40-50 relief personnel staying at one location.

The goal is to leave around noon on Thursday, May 14th and return Saturday evening late. A second round of help will depart the following week and remain for a longer period of time.

Contact Mike Brister, Founder/Executive Director, at 254-718-5040 (cell) or 936-598-8877 for details and to volunteer.

The following items have been requested and can be dropped off at 117 San Augustine Street in Center by noon on May 14th: shovels, rakes, gloves, large trash bags, snacks for families and workers such as meat sticks, jerky, peanut butter, cheese crackers, nuts, Gatorade, bottled water, paper plates, cups, plastic ware, crutches, walkers, wheelchairs, first aid kits.

Monetary donations are needed to purchase food items to prepare meals for the team staying at the facility.

All donations are tax deductible.