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Northwest Baptist Convention · DR
Showing Christian love in action by meeting urgent needs in crisis situations
Trained volunteers serving nationally and internationally from Washington, Oregon, and the Idaho Panhandle with feeding, cleanup, chainsaw, chaplaincy, and shower units — bringing Help, Hope and Healing.
A Word from Our Director
Who We Are
The Gold Shirts of the Northwest
Northwest Baptist Disaster Relief (NWBDR) is the disaster relief ministry of the Northwest Baptist Convention, representing Washington, Oregon, and parts of Idaho. When hurricanes, floods, wildfires, or tornadoes strike, our trained volunteers put on their gold shirts and bring Help, Hope and Healing in Jesus’ name.
From mass feeding and chainsaw teams to chaplaincy, shower/laundry units, and Personal Property Recovery, every unit exists to meet urgent needs in crisis situations.
Get Involved
Ready to serve? Here’s the path.
Prepare to Serve
Complete the volunteer forms, pass a background check, and get your DR ID photo so you’re ready before the next callout.
Start preparing
Training & Classes
ISBDR is required for all volunteers and renews every three years. Add feeding, chainsaw, chaplaincy, and assessment training.
See training
Current Response
2026 Spokane Wildfires: churches are hosting evacuees and responders while recovery teams begin the long work ahead.
Response updates“For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink…”
Matthew 25:35
Pray · Train · Give · Go