PREPARE
AND RESPOND

DISASTER RESPONSE TEAM

When nearby communities get hit by natural disasters, we all want to help. But we don’t often know how. PAR is prepared and ready to respond. We find the needs. We have the tools. We offer the training. We help you help others.

Who We Are

Discover the Mission Behind Prepare and Respond

This interview with our volunteer Bob Gathany, captured by Bill Reddoch Outdoors, highlights what Prepare and Respond is all about—ordinary people showing up in extraordinary moments to help communities recover after disaster. We’re proud to be one of the nonprofits in the Share Your Story video grant challenge hosted by The Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville. Being part of this initiative allows us to amplify our mission—and celebrate the power of volunteer service.

Restoring Hope Together

Restoring Lives Through Volunteer Service

Learn About Us

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Families Served

Thank You, PAR Sponsors!

Our Services

Community Support

01 Disaster Cleanup

Our volunteer teams provide immediate cleanup assistance, removing debris, clearing damaged properties, and helping families begin rebuilding after disasters with hope.

02 Volunteer Training

We equip volunteers with practical skills, safety guidance, and disaster response training, preparing them to serve communities effectively during recovery missions.

03 Community Recovery

Working alongside churches and local partners, we restore homes, encourage families, and strengthen communities through compassionate service and long-term recovery efforts.

04 Emergency Relief

We deliver essential supplies, coordinate relief efforts, and support disaster-affected families with practical assistance, compassion, and faith during difficult times.