In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, countless local nonprofits immediately stepped up to serve community members in need. We’ve compiled an ongoing list of organizations providing everything from meal distribution to free legal aid — and to keep the support going, help is needed.
You (and your out-of-town friends and family) can help by clicking the links to donate and sharing these campaigns with your network. Plus, we also have an ongoing list of local businesses in need of support.
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 nonprofits they support or were emailed directly to us by representatives of the organizations.
Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project | Farmer recovery and food access programs
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge | Amazon Wishlist purchase of needed supplies
Asheville GreenWorks | Clean-up efforts, when it is safe and responsible to do so
Asheville Humane Society | Care for local animals, free pet supplies for the community
Babies Need Bottoms | Distribution of diapers and other infant care supplies
BeLoved Asheville | Distribution of critical necessities for survival and stability
Blue Ridge Pride | Recovery supplies, mental health counseling, and housing + healthcare assistance for WNC’s LGBTQIA2S+ community
Bounty & Soul | Food distribution and disaster relief in Black Mountain and Swannanoa
Bridging the Gaps WNC | Supplies + support for marginalized community members
Brother Wolf Animal Rescue | Recovery + rebuilding
Center for Craft | Unrestricted grants for Asheville artists
Community Foundation of WNC | Recovery and disaster relief across WNC
Eblen Charities | Warm clothing, gas cards, and menstrual supplies distribution, housing assistance
FIND Outdoors | Restoration and reopening of public lands, emergency preparedness education, and employee assistance
Food Connection | Meal delivery across WNC
Hearts with Hands | Distribution of food, hygiene products, and other necessities
Homeward Bound of WNC | Relief for members of the unhoused community and people in permanent supportive housing
Hood Huggers International | Aid for historically disenfranchised communities in Asheville
Junior League of Asheville | Assistance for families with emergency needs and long-term recovery efforts
Legal Aid of NC | Free legal support
MANNA FoodBank | Distribution of food, water, and hygiene supplies
Meals on Wheels - Asheville & Buncombe County | Meals for homebound neighbors
OpenDoors Asheville | Supplies and transportation for families in need
Pisgah Legal Services | Free legal support
Poder Emma | Emergency home repair in the Emma community
SeekHealing | Free emotional first aid for survivors
Southside Community Farm | Distribution of necessities to homes in historically under-resourced communities
United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County | Mobilizing volunteers, supporting youth recovery, coordinating with nonprofits, grassroots groups, and emergency operations
Valley Hope Church | Hot meals, water, counseling, and other services for the Swannanoa community
Veterans Treatment Court of WNC | Support for area veterans’ recovery
YMCA of Western North Carolina | Staff support, facility repairs, and community assistance
Explore Asheville has also launched the Love Asheville From Afar initiative, a database of local businesses and organizations to support through purchases or donations. You can submit your nonprofit to be included.
