Hurricane Recovery Resources: After Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene recovery resources for those impacted and those that want to help.
Many people across the Southeast are in the process of hurricane recovery. For many, this process will continue long into the future. Dragonfly Pond Works is a proud member of many of the communities across North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and Virginia impacted by Hurricane Helene. We have compiled a list of resources that may be beneficial to those starting the process of hurricane recovery, those continuing to deal with flooding, and those seeking to help the hurricane recovery of communities and individuals. If you live in the Southeast, or know someone that does, odds are you've been impacted by Hurricane Helene. We hope that no matter your need, you're able to find a helpful resource. Our hearts remain with our team members, clients, and everyone impacted by this devastating storm.
Hurricane Recovery in Your Home- NC State provides fact sheets with safety tips and general information for hurricane recovery from a variety of circumstances, including power outages, flooding, cleanup, and repair. The NC State Disaster Recovery Information Center can be found here. The majority of this information is applicable regardless of what state you live in
Disaster Assistance- The government's disaster assistance website will help you determine if you are in an area declared for assistance, find assistance, and apply. You can find their website here. You can also call them at 1-800-621-3362 7 am-10 pm ET, seven days a week
Disaster Unemployment Assistance- Information regarding Disaster Unemployment Assistance and how to apply can be found here. You may also call at 1-877-872-5627
FEMA & State Resources- Resources for North Carolina residents and ways to help NC can be found here. Resources for Florida residents and ways to help FL can be found here. Resources from the South Carolina Emergency Management Division can be found here for SC residents and to help SC. Resources from Georgia Emergency Management for GA residents and to help GA can be found here. Resources from the Virginia Department of Emergency Management can be found here. More resources from FEMA, including links to support additional states can be found here
WRAL - Raleigh's news station, WRAL, has compiled an extensive list of ways to help communities in Western NC that were devastated by the storm. Information includes donation and volunteer opportunities for local NC residents, and organizations that can be contributed to online for those outside of NC. The information also includes resources for those impacted by the storm. This list can be found here
North Carolina Community Foundation Disaster Relief Fund- All funds provide grants to charitable organizations on the ground in communities impacted by Helene to support long-term recovery. Their website states that, 'No portion of the funds raised will be used for the Foundation’s administrative or operational expenses.' You can find more information or make donations here
Other ways to help- Want to help with hurricane recovery, but looking for something more personal to you? If there's a certain location in the Southeast impacted that you love, check their local government website. Most local government websites are listing ways to donate or volunteer opportunities specific to their area. If there is a certain cause you are passionate about, chances are there is a related organization in the Southeast that needs help. Look for causes in areas that have been impacted, but do your research to avoid scams. People have lost their homes, schools are closed due to damage and classroom supplies have been ruined, food banks are being depleted, homeless shelters need supplies, animals have been displaced, animal rescues and animal shelters have been damaged, the list goes on. There are so many ways, groups, and people to help.
