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.