Serving and Loving Together Disaster Recovery

03/30/2026

We are incredibly grateful for our partners at World Renew for their generous support through both grant funding and volunteer teams, helping us serve disaster survivors in Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties. We’re also deeply thankful for the students from Kuyper College who spent their spring break serving alongside us. Your time and heart made a meaningful impact!

03/17/2026

We are so grateful for partnership that goes beyond words.

This video captures just a small glimpse of what happens when people show up with servant hearts. Thank you to Presbyterian Disaster Assistance for not only investing financially in this work, but for sending volunteers who are literally helping put communities back together. We are also grateful for our friends at Oakhurst United Methodist Church for housing volunteers, and our construction coordinator for the week, Bob Swan.

Right now in Pinellas County, these teams are helping repair The Gathering Church, a hub for the community, following damage from the 2024 hurricane season, while also walking alongside survivors who are still navigating the long road of recovery.This is what long-term recovery looks like. Not just immediate response, but staying when the cameras are gone and the real work begins.

Partnerships like this remind us we are better together. When organizations, churches, and volunteers link arms, hope becomes tangible.

Thank you for serving. Thank you for caring. Thank you for being part of restoring homes, churches, and lives.

Watch the video from their most recent trip.

A short video highlighting a recent mission trip to Tampa/St. Pete Aea.

01/07/2026

Our latest newsletter is here! 💙

Read the full newsletter on our website: www.salt-dr.org (scroll to the bottom of the page).

01/02/2026

When the storm passes, the hardest days often come next. Families face overwhelming challenges, lost homes, limited resources, and uncertainty about the future. SALT is there to walk alongside them, providing hands-on support that truly makes a difference.

We offer:
Disaster Case Management – guiding families step by step through recovery
Volunteer Coordination – mobilizing caring hands when they’re needed most
Construction Coordination – helping repair and rebuild homes safely and efficiently

Your donation helps families move from surviving to thriving.

💌 Support disaster survivors today: https://givebutter.com/SALTDR

12/22/2025

This month, hurricane survivors impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton received critical support thanks to the generosity of faith-based partners, community organizations, and private donors who stepped in when needs went beyond what grant funding alone could cover.

We are deeply grateful to Trinity United Methodist Church, whose compassion showed up in a big way through food donations valued at approximately $2,200, along with $147.99 in dog food assistance, making sure families and their pets had access to essential nutrition during recovery. Grace Family Church provided $375 in gift cards, giving survivors the flexibility to purchase groceries and household necessities as needs arose.

Survivors were also supported through vital utility assistance. LIHEAP provided $689.70, and a private donor contributed $711 toward utility bills, helping households remain safely housed and avoid service disruptions during an already stressful time.

Transportation needs were met thanks to Bikes 4 Christ, which donated a bicycle valued at $139, increasing access to employment, appointments, and essential services.

Additional generosity poured in through coordinated donations of clothing, sneakers, blankets, food, and gift cards totaling over $565, meeting immediate needs for warmth, nourishment, and dignity. We are especially thankful for D-Group Bible Study, which contributed clothing, food, gift cards, and household items to support families in recovery.

During the holiday season, donors also helped bring joy and normalcy to children by providing Christmas toy assistance for two families valued at $350, a meaningful reminder that they were not forgotten.

To every donor and partner: thank you for showing up, giving generously, and standing with hurricane survivors during one of the hardest seasons of their lives. Your kindness made a real, tangible difference.

12/05/2025

We want to extend our deepest thanks to Bikes for Christ for blessing one of our clients with a donated bicycle. 🚲✨

After losing his home in Hurricanes Helene and Milton and spending nearly 10 months displaced, he has been walking a difficult road. With the help of caring volunteers, we were able to clear what was left of his home and take important steps toward getting him back on stable ground.

This bicycle may seem simple, but for him, it is a gift of hope. A way to get to work, rebuild independence, and move forward with renewed hope.

Bikes For Christ, thank you for being the hands and feet of Jesus. Your compassion reminds our clients that they are seen, valued, and not walking this journey alone.
We are grateful for your ministry and the light you bring to our community. 💛

11/28/2025

Today, our hearts are overflowing with gratitude. As we look back on this year, we are reminded again and again of God’s faithfulness, and how He opens doors, brings the right people together, and provides exactly what is needed in every season.

We are thankful for the families we have the privilege to walk alongside, for the volunteers who show up with servant hearts, for our partners who help make recovery possible, and for every person who has prayed for, shared, or supported this mission in any way. You are part of the story God is writing through SALT.

We are also deeply grateful for our own families, the husbands, wives, children, parents, and loved ones who support us, encourage us, and give us the strength to keep serving. Their love is the foundation that allows us to pour into the work God has called us to.

As we gather around our tables today, we pray that your homes are filled with peace, your hearts with joy, and your day with reminders of how deeply you are loved by a faithful God.

From all of us at Serving and Loving Together,
Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍂

11/26/2025

Get to know us!
Sasha Greto
Disaster Case Manager

Sasha Greto serves as a Disaster Case Manager for Serving and Loving Together (SALT) Disaster Recovery, Inc., where she walks alongside families as they navigate the road to rebuilding and stability. With a heart for service and a passion for helping survivors feel supported, heard, and cared for, Sasha approaches her work with compassion, patience, and a commitment to guiding each family toward a safe and secure future.

Sasha’s life is rooted in both faith and community. She serves on the Leadership Board at Trinity United Methodist Church and is the church’s Youth Director and Sunday School Teacher, roles that allow her to pour into the next generation and share her love for Christ through mentorship and teaching. Her faith shapes the way she serves, both in her church and through her work at SALT.

Outside of her professional and ministry roles, Sasha loves spending time with her family exploring new places. She’s an avid traveler, especially when it comes to cruising and discovering new destinations. Hiking, cooking, and all things arts and crafts fill her free time with creativity and joy. At home, Sasha shares life with a lively bunch of pets, including three dogs and a hedgehog, who keep things fun and full of personality.

Sasha brings warmth, dedication, and a servant’s heart to SALT’s mission, ensuring that every survivor she works with knows they are supported, valued, and never alone in their recovery journey.

11/25/2025

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Jill Hockin
Co-Founder & Director of Volunteers

Jill Hockin is the Co-Founder and Director of Volunteers for Serving and Loving Together (SALT) Disaster Recovery, Inc., where she oversees volunteer programs, ensuring that every team member feels supported, equipped, and empowered to serve survivors effectively. With a background in sales and marketing, Jill brings a unique combination of networking, project management, and organizational skills to the field of disaster recovery. Her journey began over a decade ago as a Disaster Case Manager, and when Hurricane Irma hit Florida, she naturally transitioned into volunteer coordination, a role that perfectly blends her strengths with her passion for helping others.

Jill thrives on bringing people together to serve a greater purpose. She believes that well-organized, compassionate volunteers are at the heart of every successful recovery, and she approaches her work with energy, creativity, and a can-do spirit.

Outside of her professional life, Jill enjoys starting her days with morning walks or runs, soaking in the sunrise and the outdoors. She is the proud mother of two adult sons, JT and Jacob, who live nearby, and shares her home with two energetic Golden Retrievers, Hope and Landon, as well as an Australian Shepherd granddog, Abby, who visits often for playtime. Jill has been married to her husband, John, for 29 years, and together they enjoy traveling, hiking, diving, and any outdoor adventure that allows them to connect with nature.

Jill brings a blend of expertise, dedication, enthusiasm, and heart to SALT’s mission, ensuring that volunteers are not only effective but also valued, supported, and inspired to help survivors rebuild safe, secure, and sustainable homes.

11/24/2025

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Haley Shoemaker
Co-Founder & Director of Programs

Haley Shoemaker is the Co-Founder and Director of Programs for Serving and Loving Together (SALT) Disaster Recovery, Inc., where she leads program development, survivor services, and field operations that support long-term disaster recovery across affected communities. With nearly a decade of experience in the disaster recovery field, Haley has served as a Disaster Case Manager, Disaster Case Management Supervisor, and Recovery Coordinator. These roles that have shaped her deep commitment to guiding survivors through some of the most challenging moments of their lives.

Haley is passionate about bringing clarity, compassion, and stability to the recovery process. She believes that every survivor deserves to feel seen, heard, and supported, and she works tirelessly to build programs that reflect dignity, respect, and hope. Her experience in both leadership and direct service gives her a unique ability to design effective systems while staying closely connected to the real needs of families rebuilding their lives.

Rooted in her belief that healing and progress happen when communities come together, Haley approaches her work with purpose and heart. She is dedicated to fostering collaboration among partners, volunteers, and local leaders so that recovery efforts are strong, sustainable, and centered on the people they are meant to serve.

Outside of her professional role, Haley is a proud mom to two sweet kiddos who are the joy of her life. Whether exploring local parks, spending the day on the water, or soaking up the Florida sunshine, Haley and her family love making memories outdoors. Florida’s natural beauty is her happy place, and with her family Haley enjoys boating, beach days, and new adventures are regular parts of her world.

Haley brings a blend of expertise, compassion, and genuine enthusiasm to SALT’s mission, ensuring that every program reflects the organization’s commitment to serving and loving others through action.

11/20/2025

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Trish Warren
Co-Founder & Director of Operations

Trish Warren is the Co-Founder and Director of Operations for Serving and Loving Together (SALT) Disaster Recovery, Inc., where she supports daily operations, program development, and community partnerships that support long-term disaster recovery. With a strong background in leadership and community engagement, Trish is deeply committed to building partnerships that strengthen recovery efforts and foster resilience within communities. She believes that the most lasting change happens when organizations, agencies, and individuals work together with a shared purpose and open hearts.

Trish's faith guides both her leadership and her outlook on service. Trish has shared, “When we come together in faith and love, God multiplies our efforts, turning service into healing, compassion into lasting recovery, and unity into restored hope.”

Trish’s leadership combines strategic insight with a hands-on, compassionate approach, ensuring that every aspect of SALT’s work reflects its mission to serve and love others through action.

Outside of her professional life, Trish has been married to her husband for 20 years and is the proud mother of three daughters, Aubrey (20), Bailey (18), and Chloe (15). Her lively household also includes two dogs (Winnie and Daisy), a goat (Willow), a ball python (Frankie), a bearded dragon (Norbert), two fish, and a snail.

When she’s not coordinating recovery efforts, Trish enjoys spending time with her family, caring for their pets, being engaged at her church, First United Methodist Church of Lakeland, and finding joy in the everyday moments that bring people (and creatures) together.