The Long-Term Disaster Recovery Organization of Rutherford and Cannon Counties (LDRO) announced  it is accepting requests for assistance from the April and May 2011 storms in Rutherford and Cannon Counties.

While all requests for assistance are not guaranteed to be fulfilled, residents of Rutherford and Cannon Counties may seek funding by applying online at www.ldro.org and completing the form found under the “Contact Us” tab.

The organization also announced that it is accepting donations to aid those storm victims. Donations may be sent to LDRO, P.O. Box 1525, Murfreesboro, TN 37133.

The LDRO formed in May 2010 as a result of the flooding in Middle Tennessee. The organization’s formation was instigated by the United Way of Rutherford and Cannon Counties. While many organizations were able to assist in the immediate-response phase of the flooding, the LDRO focuses on assisting those who have long-term needs. The LDRO continues to work in partnership with the local United Way and functions as a consortium of local volunteer organizations, governmental agencies, and others with an interest in disaster relief. 

The mission of the LDRO is to serve Rutherford and Cannon Counties with a comprehensive disaster relief and organizational plan that functions as a conduit for disbursing information to disaster victims and concerned citizens; as a financial clearinghouse that is dedicated to spending any and all monetary donations for the benefit of Rutherford and Cannon Counties; and as a resource to coordinate volunteer opportunities.

Those interested in learning more about the LDRO should contact (615) 653-4902 or visit www.ldro.org.