The Mayfield–Graves Long-Term Recovery Group is reflecting this Thanksgiving season on the tremendous progress made since the December 2021 tornado, crediting the dedication, generosity, and resilience of the community for helping survivors rebuild their lives.
In a statement of gratitude, the organization said long-term recovery is rarely simple or fast, but the unwavering support from partners, donors, and volunteers has made measurable and meaningful progress possible.
According to the LTRG’s latest report, more than $11.1 million in partner commitments have gone directly toward supporting Graves County survivors. The group has assisted 1,860 households, with only three households remaining on the unmet-needs list—an indication of how far recovery efforts have advanced.
The community’s investment has extended far beyond financial support. The monetary value of volunteer hours served has exceeded $2.5 million, and an additional $1.8 million in physical donations have been distributed to families.
Construction and repair work has also moved the county forward. The LTRG reports that its partner organizations have built more than 220 homes, while the LTRG itself has completed repairs on over 100 homes—restoring stability, safety, and dignity for families who lost everything.
The organization said that while the work continues, this Thanksgiving marks a moment to pause and recognize what collaboration has achieved. “Your willingness to show up time and again has rebuilt not only homes, but stability for families across our county,” the statement read.
