Hurricane Helene Resources

It’s hard to find the right words after the devastation of Hurricane Helene. Communities in Florida and the mountains have been upended, and the loss of life is heartbreaking. Our thoughts are with those still searching for loved ones. Amid the pain, there’s hope in the resilience of these communities coming together. If you’re able, there are many ways to help—whether through financial donations, volunteering, or providing essential supplies like food and water. Please check with organizations to ensure your contributions are what’s needed.

The road to recovery will be long, and communities will need ongoing support in the weeks and months ahead. Whether you can offer time, money, or resources, your efforts will help restore what has been lost. Below are some ways you can make an impact.

Need Assistance?

If you or someone you know was affected by Hurricane Helene and needs help, there are many resources available. Please don’t hesitate to reach out for assistance, and if you need help connecting to these resources, let us know—we’d love to help.

Ways to Support

If you're looking to contribute, here are several ways you can help support recovery efforts:

  • Wilmington Food Bank: The Wilmington Food Bank has a commercial kitchen preparing meals for Western NC. You can sign up to volunteer by selecting the Wilmington location and kitchen shift at https://foodbankcenc.org/volunteer. Learn more about their Helene efforts at https://foodbankcenc.org/helene
  • Community Housing Coalition of Madison County: Collecting funds for emergency repairs. Venmo: @CHCMadisonCounty or donate at https://chcmadisoncountync.org/donate
  • Marshall Mutual Aid Hub: Donation and supply drop-off location for isolated communities. Open daily from 2–6 PM at 1685 Hwy 213, Marshall, NC.
  • MANNA Food Bank: Located in Asheville, MANNA’s headquarters were affected by flooding, but they continue to provide relief across 16 counties in Western NC and the Qualla Boundary. You can check their distribution and donation schedules or contribute financially at https://www.mannafoodbank.org
  • Foothills Food Hub: This organization supports local food efforts and is accepting donations at https://www.foothillsfoodhub.org/donate
  • TRACTOR Food and Farms: They are a key part of the relief efforts in the region. You can donate financially at https://tractorfoodandfarms.com/donate
  • Operation Air Drop: Providing supplies to affected areas. For more information, contact [email protected].
  • American Red Cross: Volunteer opportunities for disaster relief. Sign up at https://redcross.org/volunteer.
  • Samaritan’s Purse: Offering emergency aid and volunteer opportunities. Learn more at https://samaritanspurse.org
  • NC Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster (NC VOAD): NC VOAD offers a comprehensive list of organizations where you can volunteer to help in recovery efforts. Visit https://www.ncvoad.org/members for more information.
  • Baptists on Mission: Offering roof repair and flood recovery volunteers. Learn more at https://baptistsonmission.org

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