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A  letter from Us,

Welcome to OSERVS, a dedicated philanthropic organization committed to providing relief to communities in need. From national crises to personal challenges, we stand ready to

support individuals and families facing emergencies of all kinds.

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Collaboration is key to our efforts, and we have partnered with various organizations and civic groups to maximize our impact. Sustained by the generosity of longstanding donors, we continually seek additional support to strengthen our capacity to make a meaningful difference. Volunteers are the lifeblood of our organization, and we welcome individuals of all backgrounds to join us in our mission.

 

Together, we can continue to make a lasting impact on community welfare.

 

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The Oservs Group

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Serving Our Community For Over A Decade!

Frequently, we center our efforts on addressing residential fires, particularly those impacting low-income housing. We provide relief, including temporary accommodation, food stipends, and essential items to affected individuals before connecting them with further support networks.

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Post-Fire
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CPR/BLS
Classes

Our

Services

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Blood
Drives
WeatherRelief
Donation
Drives

Get         

Involved

Become a
Blood Donor

Did you know only 3% of eligible Americans donate blood each year? Take action now and sign up to become a blood donor today! 

CPR Heartsaver and BLS Certification

Be prepared for any crisis! Join us in our Heartsaver and BLS classes
to learn how you can
react in heart emergency situations.

Volunteers
and Donors

Our mission relies on the incredible support
of our volunteers and donors! Discover how
you can contribute to our cause.

What's         

Happening?

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A Day To Remember - September 9, 2026

The 2026 OSERVS First Responders Blood Drive broke all donation records with 98 units donated. Here are just a few images of the special moments shared by first responders, Vitalant Blood Service Staff , Community Donors and Supporters

Police Chief & Donor Mark Ballard, OSERVS Banner Sponsor, donor  ALderwoman Kim Moreland , Corporal Bibbs & Vitalant's Executive Director Memphis Region - Tom Kenny

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Donating Firefighters salute community supporters- Sweet Peppers Deli, Walk-Ons Sports Bistreaux & East MS Lumber Company

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While waiting to donate blood, community donors took a moment to thank Modern Woodmen of America's Barbara Coats for the 50 toiletry kits for OSERVS Disaster Victims

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Sweet Peppers Deli's Manager Tyler Dean stops by to deliver gift cards for each and every blood donor and Vitalant Staff Member!

And the WINNERS are...

The camaraderie competition was fierce amongst the 8 First  Responder Teams of  Medstat EMS< MS. Highway Patrol- Troop G,  MSU Police Dept., Oktibbeha Sheriff's Dept., Oktibbeha Volunteer Fire Dept. Pafford EMS, Starkville Fire  Dept. and Starkville Fire Dept. and it shows in the donor results. Kudos to all! Here are images of the  2026 First Responder Team Winners.

Second Place Winners- Starkville Fire Department!  Chief Fire Marshall Jonathan Wade, Fire  Chief Dwayne Davis  and firefighters receive trophy 

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First Place Winner - Starkville Police Department- Chief Mark Ballard, Corporal Bibbs, police officers and vital staff accept for the 3rd year First Place Trophy

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Starkville Fire and Starkville Police First Responders gather to salute community supporters.

Presenting... The 2026/27 OSERVS Banner of Sponsors

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Community neighbors take a moment when you shop, stop to talk or know these neighbors & thank them for supporting OSERVS. It is all about Neighbors Helping Neighbors.

Banner Sightings...

Event participants send their thanks to all the community sponsors who help make it possible for OSERVS to be ready, willing, and able to be a good neighbor to all.

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Starkville Firefighters who came to donate blood on 9/9/26 stopped to say thanks to OSERVS Banner Sponsors for their support.

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Board Members attending the 9/24/26 First Responders Blood Drive Competition.
Winners send a note of gratitude to banner sponsors.

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This is what being a banner sponsor is all about- Starkville Firefighters accepting 2nd Place Trophy for First Responders Blood Drive Competition

You can be a year round supporter too

Support OSERVS by designating it for the Kroger Community Rewards and be a Neighbor Helping Neighbors by

Watch         

For

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Prepare

For

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Missiissippi's Fantabulous Fall

Are you prepared?

Dear OSERVS Team,

 

On behalf of Oktibbeha County Emergency Management, I would like to extend our sincere appreciation for your support and partnership during the recent winter weather event. Your willingness to step in and assist during challenging conditions made a meaningful difference in our ability to serve the community safely and effectively.

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The coordination, professionalism, and commitment your team demonstrated throughout the winter weather operations did not go unnoticed. Support like yours strengthens our response efforts and helps ensure we are able to meet the needs of our citizens when it matters most.

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Strong partnerships like the one we share with OSERVS are essential to keeping our community prepared and resilient. We are truly grateful for your dedication and continued support.

Respectfully,

Jarvis Boyd, Director

Oktibbeha County Emergency Management

October & November CPR-Heartsaver and BLS for dates and registration. CPR Heartsaver - October 12th, 20th, November 9th and November 17th.
Need to recertify before the end of the year? Be sure to sign up for November classes as non scheduled for December
 
Click here and register under Save Your Spot.

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Starkville Police Chief Mark Ballard and Fire Chief Dwayne Davis already starting the comrads in arms bantering as to who will win the 2027 First Responders Blood Drive Competition on Wednesday, September 8th, 2027.

Waiting for you to join us!

Make OSERVS 2026 Community Impact rate higher than a 6/7!

 "OSERVS is truly doing Kingdom Work, meeting physical needs while  uplifting  spirits. restoring hope, and embodying the value of faith, service, and compassion. By standing in the gap during times of  crisis. OSERVS reminds us all of the power of unity and the importance of caring for our neighbors."

Jarvis Boyd, Oktibbeha County Emergency Management Director

Did you know?

MOST HOME INSURANCE POLICIES DO NOT COVER FLOOD DAMAGE. MAKE SURE YOUR ASSETS ARE PROTECTED. CALL YOUR HOME INSURANCE AGENT TODAY AND REQUEST FLOOD INSURANCE PROVIDER SOURCES IF YOUR HOME IS NOT PROTECTED.

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When you donate whole blood, the collection center doesn’t keep it as a single unit. It gets spun in a centrifuge and separated into three components: red blood cells, platelets, and plasma. Each one is packaged, stored, and eventually sent to a patient who needs that specific part.

Red blood cells carry oxygen to tissues and are transfused when someone is bleeding heavily or has severe anemia. Platelets are tiny cell fragments that help blood clot, and they’re given to patients whose clotting ability is compromised, often during cancer treatment or major surgery. Plasma is the liquid portion of blood, rich in clotting factors, and is used to control bleeding in patients with liver disease, burns, or clotting disorders. Because each component treats a different condition in a different patient, a single donation genuinely has the potential to help three separate people.

 A super red blood donation, commonly called a Power Red or double red cell donation, is a specialized type of blood donation that collects twice the amount of red blood cells compared to a standard whole blood donation. Instead of taking a single bag of whole blood, a machine draws your blood, separates out the red blood cells, and returns your plasma and platelets back into your body.

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Take time now to get ready for severe weather:

  • Pay attention to the local weather forecast and know what weather terms mean.

  • Review your severe weather safety procedures and plan.

  • Know the safest place to be if severe weather arrives.

  • Have multiple ways to get weather warnings.

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Do you know the difference between a watch and a warning? In a watch, severe weather is possible, and you should be on the lookout and be prepared. In a warning, severe weather is happening or about to happen, and you should take shelter.

501 Hwy. 12 West, Suite 130

Starkville, MS 39759

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