Shelby County VOAD

About Shelby County VOAD

Shelby County VOAD (Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters) is an association of independent organizations that are active in all phases of disaster. Shelby County VOAD exists to increase Cooperation, Coordination, Communication, and Collaboration amongst organizations through all phases of the disaster cycle: preparedness, mitigation, relief, and recovery.

We are partners reliant on one another. We are committed to working together before, during and after a disaster to strengthen our community’s resiliency.

The National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters movement started naturally with the need to serve individuals and families affected by a catastrophic event. These early NGO responders learned that by banding together, they were able to provide a quicker and more efficient response. Members of VOAD enjoy the benefits of the largest network of faith-based and nonprofit organizations focused on disaster relief and recovery in the domestic United States and US Territories.

NVOAD is a national organization recognized by both FEMA and Homeland Security.
Tennessee VOAD is our state organization recognized by National VOAD and TEMA.
The Shelby County VOAD is a member of the Tennessee Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster and endorsed by Shelby County Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security.
Shelby County VOAD assists volunteer organizations become more effective in their service in disaster relief and recovery.

Our Mission:

Shelby County VOAD is a voluntary consortium of recognized state volunteer organizations active in disaster relief. Its mission is to foster efficient, streamlined service delivery to people affected by disaster, within Shelby County, Tennessee.