Our Mission

Bringing Heat to Hurricane
Helene’s Survivors in
Western North Carolina

Our Mission

We are a national fundraising and distribution initiative to bring together the support of the caring individuals all over the country to ensure that those impacted by Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina and are without power and heat, have a warm winter and are safe from the deadly cold mountain temperatures. As an organization, we will use funds raised to provide heat essentials such as generators and propane heaters and fuel to last throughout the winter, to those in need. We will use our buying power to purchase in bulk and be able to secure cheaper prices per unit on needed essentials. Donor dollars will go further than if you bought items on your own at retail prices to donate on your own directly. We will work with other organizations to ensure successful distribution in addition to our own distribution work.

Will you donate now
to help provide heat
for those in need?

This is a long term need. The most common heat source is currently propane heaters and
generators, which consumes a large amount of fuel and propane in a short amount of time that
must be constantly provided. Due to the fact many homes have been told they will be without
power for months, there will be significant expense involved in provided ongoing fuel for
months. The cost per household could reach into the thousands to provide heaters or generators
and accessories up front and the ongoing fuel and maintenance for the needed months.

Here Is a Major Benefit
to Donating to us Financially
Instead of Purchasing and
Donating Generators, Heaters
and Propane on Your Own:

Our organization has buying power and can buy in bulk, getting cheaper prices, enabling us to buy more and help more people. We can negotiate rates with gas companies and suppliers across many states to get the best price. For example, for the amount you spend to buy a propane tank at retail price, we could possibly buy 2 or 3 to provide to those in need. Same with heaters.

We can enhance the power of your donated dollar to give more.

We ask that you join us in this vital, lifesaving mission by donating today.

Expense Snapshot

Generator

$500-$1000

Depending On Needs of Household

Generator Fuel

Up to $1000 Per Month Per Household

Propane Heater

$75-$125

Depending On Needs of Household

Propane Fuel

Up to $320

Causes

Heat for Every Home

Providing Generators, Propane Heaters, and Fuel Supplies

Many homes in the mountains of WNC are still without electricity, and the power company has estimated months before full restoration. Our top priority is delivering propane heaters, generators, and fuel supplies to help families heat their homes safely throughout the winter.

How You Can Help: Your donations directly fund the purchase and distribution of essential heating equipment.

Winter Clothing and Gear Distribution

Coats, Blankets, Sleeping Bags, and Winter Essentials

Beyond heating equipment, many residents are in desperate need of heavy blankets, winter coats, gloves, and cold-weather sleeping bags. These items help protect against the brutal mountain cold for those living without power or heating sources.

How You Can Help: Every contribution helps us provide families with the warmth they need to survive.

Stocking Up Before Winter Cuts Off Access

Supplying Inaccessible Areas

With roads becoming impassable due to snow and ice, we’re working quickly to stock homes in the hardest-hit and most remote regions of WNC. We’re preparing these families to survive potential isolation during the coldest months.

How You Can Help: Your support helps us pre-position supplies in areas that may be cut off this winter.