ReGroup WNC

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ReGroup WNC was established to focus on getting individuals and families in stable living conditions after the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.

09/28/2026

Two years after Hurricane Helene, the recovery isn't over.

When ReGroup WNC was formed, our goal was simple: help people get back into safe, stable living conditions when their needs fell between their means and the existing social safety net.

Thanks to the generosity of this community, we've been able to:

• Raise more than $2 million in financial and in-kind support
• Serve 200 individuals across Western North Carolina
• Complete more than 100 recovery projects, including home repairs, rebuilding efforts, temporary housing, vehicle purchases, bridge reconstruction, and other critical needs

While we've made significant progress, there are still families living in homes that need major repairs before they can fully move forward.

Recently, ReGroup WNC received a $500,000 grant through North Carolina Emergency Management to address critical home repairs such as roofing, electrical, plumbing, HVAC replacement, and mold remediation. This funding will make a meaningful difference, but because it operates on a reimbursement basis, community support remains essential. Donations allow us to complete projects now, continue helping families whose needs fall outside the grant program, and ultimately serve more people as funds are reimbursed and reinvested.

We're incredibly grateful to everyone who has donated, volunteered, referred a family, provided services, or supported this work over the past two years.

The work continues, and so does the need.

If you'd like to support ongoing recovery efforts in Western North Carolina, please consider making a donation to ReGroup WNC - https://shorturl.at/vQnLg

08/30/2026

Thanks to the combined efforts of Beyond All Borders, ReGroup WNC, Valley Strong Disaster Relief, and our generous donors, a family in Craigtown now has reliable transportation.

We'd also like to thank High Country Truck & Van for helping make this purchase possible. If you're looking for a truck or van, we'd encourage you to give them a look.

We're grateful for everyone who came together to support this family.

Shared with the family's permission.

08/12/2026

Today we celebrated a groundbreaking in Craigtown for our friend, Don Craig.

Don lost so much because of Hurricane Helene, but through it all he has remained resilient, grateful, and focused on moving forward. Anyone who knows Don knows he is one of the kindest people you'll ever meet and someone we're proud to call a friend.

When our team and partners learned Don needed a little help, the response was simple: "Whatever you need."

We're grateful to partner with Hedrick Industries (Grove Stone & Sand) , Southern Concrete Materials Inc , Beyond All Borders, and ReGroup WNC supporters to make this project possible. This building represents more than recovery. It represents hope and the power of a community coming together to help one another.

A special thank you to Art Lehman at Lehman Construction, our building partners on this project. Since the storm, Art has worked tirelessly helping families across Fairview and Western North Carolina rebuild, and we're thankful for his commitment to our community.

We can't wait to share progress pictures! Coming soon!

07/19/2026

When Hurricane Helene flooded their rental home along Cane Creek, Maygen and her family lost nearly everything—including their vehicle.
With three children at home and only one shared vehicle for the household, rebuilding has been a daily challenge. Before the storm, Maygen helped support her family by delivering Instacart orders, but without reliable transportation, that opportunity disappeared.
This week, thanks to a grant from the North Carolina Community Foundation and the generosity of our supporters, ReGroup WNC was able to provide Maygen with a reliable vehicle.
"It's been such a struggle. I've been waiting so long for something good to happen. I appreciate your group so much." — Maygen
Thank you to the North Carolina Community Foundation for helping make stories like this possible and for supporting families as they rebuild after Hurricane Helene.

06/22/2026

Last Friday, we were proud to present a donation to ReGroup WNC in support of their ongoing recovery efforts across Western North Carolina.

Following Hurricane Helene, ReGroup WNC was formed by local residents committed to helping their neighbors rebuild. Since then, they have raised more than $2 million and supported over 125 families throughout the region.

Their impact has included replacement vehicles, home furnishings, permanent home repairs, and restoring access through driveway and bridge reconstruction in some of the area's hardest-hit communities.

We're honored that our contribution will help support a rebuilding project in South Asheville for a home that sustained significant tree damage during the storm.

At the Asheville Buncombe Regional Sports Commission, we know that strong communities are built both on and off the playing field. We're grateful for organizations like ReGroup WNC that continue to make a lasting difference across Western North Carolina.

💙 Together, we're helping WNC recover, rebuild, and move forward.

Check out their awesome work @ https://www.regroupcarolinas.org/chapters/regroupwnc

05/24/2026

A few weeks ago, we wrapped up a project for Tesla that reminds us why this work matters.
After 3 straight days of rain from Hurricane Helene, runoff from the hillside above the French Broad River poured through her neighborhood and into her property—flooding her crawlspace and completely submerging her oil-burning furnace.
She spent the past two winters without heat, barely getting by using space heaters.
Thanks to funding from the Carolina Community Foundation —and matching support from our donors—we were able to step in and help. A local HVAC contractor converted her home to a new electric system, giving her reliable heat and air conditioning year-round.
There are still so many families across Western North Carolina facing situations just like this.
We’re honored to have helped our new friend Tesla—and grateful to everyone who makes this work possible.

05/11/2026

After Hurricane Helene tore through Lisa property, she couldn’t even return home for five months. Roads were impassable, downed trees blocked access, and the culvert and bridge were completely washed away. A massive landslide devastated her land—taking her trailer, well, septic system, mower, and more.
For the past year and a half, Lisa has worked tirelessly to rebuild—repairing her roof, floors, and property piece by piece. But as she’ll tell you, the road to recovery is still long.
When we met Lisa, she was facing ongoing electrical issues from flooding, made even more challenging by her remote location and limited access to subcontractors. Thanks to John C. Hall Electric—and supporters like you—lights are now back on in her bedroom, kitchen, and porch.
Your donations also helped provide gravel to stabilize her driveway, bringing her one step closer to safety and stability.
There is still so much work to be done—for Lisa and so many others like her. If you’d like to help families rebuild and regain a sense of normalcy, consider donating today. 100% of your contribution goes directly to survivors still recovering.
Scroll for before and after pictures!

05/02/2026

ReGroup WNC recently met with Brad and Alexandra, who live in Canton with their two young boys. Their story is one we hear far too often across Western North Carolina.
Their home and driveway were badly damaged during Hurricane Helene, and while they’re working with other resources to make the home safe and livable, their most urgent need right now is reliable transportation. Their current car has broken down repeatedly, with repair estimates in the thousands, making it unreliable for getting the kids around and to doctor appointments.
We appreciate the team at Cale Rogers Auto Sales for helping ReGroup WNC identify safe, reliable vehicles for families, and we’re grateful to the donors and partners who make this work possible!

04/27/2026

Thanks to New Belgium Brewing and their Dollar Per Barrel Giving Program, which supports non-profits across the country to positively impact the communities where they do business. They gave $5,000 to ReGroup WNC to support ongoing Hurricane Helene Recovery efforts in WNC. This donation helped a family in Swannanoa, NC replace their electrical system that flooded during Hurricane Helene.

Drink b**r and make a difference! New Belgium Brewing - Asheville; ;

04/20/2026

When floodwaters from Hurricane Helene washed out the road to Aaron’s home, the destruction was overwhelming. His truck’s suspension and transmission were destroyed, leaving him without transportation. At the same time, his home suffered catastrophic damage—roof failure, water-soaked ceilings and walls, collapsed decking, shifting foundation, electrical damage, black mold, a flooded septic system, and nearly every appliance ruined. What started as a storm turned into a long, uphill battle for stability and safety.
Aaron was offered help by many organizations, but the support never followed through. Rebuilding felt impossible without reliable transportation and mobility. Still, Aaron persisted.
Today, thanks to the gift of a dependable truck, Aaron has a turning point. He can now access paid work, haul debris, and take real steps toward recovery. What once felt like standing still is finally moving forward.
🗣️ “Seriously thank you, I’m forever grateful. I don’t think I’ve ever had a vehicle this new or nice in my life. We’ve already started hauling debris and can see the front yard again! You have been such a huge blessing. Although we still have a bit to go, this has impacted us so much. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.”
This is why we do what we do. Recovery doesn’t happen all at once—it starts with one reliable step forward. 🚚✨

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https://www.regroupcarolinas.org/chapters/regroupwnc, https://secure.givelively.org/donate/regroup-carolinas/regroup-wnc

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