About Us
Hope for London is a volunteer-led nonprofit born from the May 16, 2025 tornado that swept through Laurel County. We exist to bring neighbors together by mobilizing rapid relief, coordinating rebuilding efforts, and sustaining long-term recovery so every family can reclaim safety, dignity, and hope.
Meet Our Board of Directors
Derrek Patterson
Chase Carson
Sharon Benge
Katie Johnson
Tommy Tapscott
Dale Slusser
Anthony Lovett
Show Your Support
Hope for London is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Your tax-deductible gift helps us accomplish our mission.
Hope For London
Our Committees In Action
Hope for London’s volunteer Board of Directors oversees five dedicated committees, each a vital gear in our disaster-recovery engine.
Disaster Response & Operations
24/7 coordination of donations, supply distribution, and volunteer deployments.
Construction & Rebuilding
Licensed contractors and volunteers partner to restore homes and public infrastructure.
Community Outreach & Case Management
Personalized support, resource navigation, and case tracking for families in need.
Financing, Grants & Fundraising
Transparent stewardship of funds, grant writing, and event planning to keep our mission funded.
Governance & Compliance
Ensuring we always meet legal, ethical, and best-practice standards through all levels of the organization.
Our Mission
To support the London and Laurel County community in times of disaster through rapid relief, coordinated rebuilding efforts, and long-term recovery support that restores dignity, safety, and hope to our neighbors.
Our Vision
The vision of Hope for London is for a resilient and unified London and Laurel County, Kentucky – where all residents have the resources and support to recover and thrive after disaster strikes.