Contact: Pastor Derrick Scobey, Ebenezer Baptist Church, OKC
Phone: (405) 513-0411
LANGSTON, OK — The Ebenezer Baptist Church of Oklahoma City, in partnership with World Vision US Programs, will deliver critical disaster relief supplies to communities devastated by recent wildfires in and around Langston, Oklahoma.
Two 53-foot trailers loaded with essential relief products will arrive on **Tuesday, March 18, 2025, in preparation for distribution on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 12:00 PM. From there, supplies will be distributed to surrounding communities severely impacted by the wildfires that have torn through central Oklahoma in recent weeks.
This relief effort marks another successful collaboration between Ebenezer Baptist Church and World Vision, continuing their established partnership that has served Oklahoma communities multiple times over the past 5 years.
The relief effort comes at a crucial time as many rural communities continue to struggle with the aftermath of one of the most destructive wildfire seasons in Oklahoma's history. Thousands of acres have burned, destroying homes, farms, and livelihoods across multiple counties.
"The devastation these wildfires have caused is heartbreaking for so many Oklahoma families," said Pastor Derrick Scobey of Ebenezer Baptist Church. "We're working closely with the Town of Langston to ensure these vital supplies reach the hardest-hit communities as quickly as possible. No one should have to face this kind of devastation alone.”
The distribution will include essential items such as:
- Bottled water and non-perishable food
- Personal hygiene products - Basic household necessities
- Clothing and blankets - And many more critical relief items
- Cleanup suppliesEvent Details:
- Wildfire Disaster Relief Distribution
- Wednesday, March 19th at 12:00 PM
- Town of Langston Farmer’s Market - 613 W. Bond Street Langston, Oklahoma
- Organizers: Ebenezer Baptist Church, Oklahoma City and World Vision US Programs
In collaboration with: The Town of Langston
Communities in need of assistance should contact Pastor Derrick Scobey at (405) 513-0411 for more information about accessing relief supplies. Volunteers from local churches and community organizations will be on hand to help with the distribution process.
About the Organizations:
Ebenezer Baptist Church of Oklahoma City has a long history of community service and disaster response efforts throughout the region, serving as a beacon of hope and practical assistance during times of crisis.
World Vision US Programs works to serve vulnerable children and families in the United States through disaster response, poverty reduction, and educational initiatives. As a global humanitarian organization, World Vision brings extensive experience in emergency response and community rebuilding.
The Town of Langston has stepped forward as a central distribution point, coordinating with surrounding communities to ensure equitable and efficient distribution of relief supplies to those most in need.
For additional information, to coordinate coverage of this event, or to arrange interviews with organizers, please contact Pastor Derrick Scobey at (405) 513-0411.
**High-resolution photos and B-roll footage will be available upon request following the event.**