About Us

About the Iowa Disaster Human Resource Council

The IDHRC is an umbrella organization bringing together faith-based, voluntary, private and government organizations active in disaster services. As Iowa's State VOAD and an affiliate of the National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster, we coordinate comprehensive disaster response and recovery efforts.

The Iowa Disaster Human Resource Council consists of 70+ member organizations united in a mission to coordinate a holistic approach to disaster recovery. We maximize public and private resources to create an efficient system that addresses the immediate and long-term physical, spiritual, and emotional needs of impacted citizens. Our purpose is to foster a more effective response and recovery for the people of Iowa during times of disaster by bringing together diverse organizations with shared values of service and compassion.

Our Impact Across Iowa

The IDHRC represents a significant network of disaster service providers working collaboratively across the state. Our member organizations have responded to numerous disasters, providing critical support to thousands of Iowans.

Member Organizations

70+

Faith-based, voluntary, private and government organizations

Years of Service

Decades

Dedicated to disaster response and recovery in Iowa

Communities Served

Statewide

Comprehensive coverage across all of Iowa

What is the Iowa Disaster Human Resource Council?

The IDHRC is an umbrella organization that brings together faith-based, voluntary, private and government organizations active in disaster services. As Iowa's State VOAD, we are an affiliate of the National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (NVOAD). Our mission is to coordinate a holistic approach to disaster recovery by maximizing resources and providing efficient support to impacted citizens.

How can my organization become a member?

We welcome faith-based, voluntary, private and government organizations that are active in disaster services to join our network. Membership provides access to our collaborative network, training opportunities, and coordination meetings. Please contact us directly to discuss membership options and how we can support your organization's disaster response mission.

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