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Show your support through these local post-Helene fundraisers

As many businesses face increased need after the storm, campaigns have arisen to cover everything from essentials for the community to employees’ livelihoods — here’s a guide on where to give.

October 13, 2024 • 
Molly Wilson, Grace Powers
Volunteers remove supplies from a truck for Hurricane Helene fundraiser recovery

Many local businesses need a helping hand to weather the post-Helene storm.

Photo via Highland Brewing

Alongside the individuals dealing with Hurricane Helene’s aftermath, countless local businesses and organizations felt the impact of the storm. Many had to shut down operations, and others lost their facilities entirely. But they, along with the rest of our community, are beginning to rebuild.

So we’ve started a list of artists, businesses, and nonprofits that have shared post-Helene fundraisers — so that you (and your out-of-town friends and family) can help by clicking the links to donate and sharing these campaigns with your network.

This article will continue to be updated, so please email us your fundraising campaigns.

Note: These links were collected through the websites and social media channels of the businesses they support or were emailed directly to us by representatives of the business.

Businesses that lost their buildings

So many businesses and organizations became inoperable after the storm, but some local spots lost even more than revenue. This section is dedicated to those organizations and businesses whose spaces sustained significant damage.

Artists + art spaces

Breweries, bars + beverages

Education + tours

Health + wellness

Professional services

Restaurants

Retail + goods

Hospitality + lodging

Explore Asheville has also launched the Love Asheville From Afar initiative, a database of local businesses to support through purchases or donations. You can submit your business to be included.

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