Community Emergency Support Resources
Artist Information
In the wake of Helene, we know that some members of our arts community were hit hard with the loss of studios, equipment, supplies, instruments, and more. To ensure that all of you and our arts organization partners have access to accurate information, we are sharing ArtsAVL's ongoing list of Emergency Relief Support Resources.
We also ask that both groups complete this short Needs Assessment that was developed in conjunction with WNC Arts. The survey results will help the North Carolina Arts Council in their state level arts relief funding efforts and advocacy.
If you need assistance or have further questions, please contact our office.
Community Information
For the greater needs of Caldwell and neighboring counties, click the links in red below to find accurate information from local and state entities.
Donate directly to the State of North Carolina's recovery efforts on any of these websites.
United Way of Caldwell County
State of North Carolina Hurricane Recovery - direct donations
United Way of North Carolina
American Red Cross
This N.C. Department of Public Safety page has links to information on impacted counties, shelter lists, power outages, missing people/welfare checks, and more.
https://www.ncdps.gov/our-organization/emergency-management/hurricane-helene
The Legal Aid of North Carolina's Facebook Page has a wealth of information with links to FEMA and Disaster Unemployment Assistance for 25 WNC counties and the Eastern Band of the Cherokee Nation.
https://www.facebook.com/DRPLegalAidNC
Get voting tips in the 2024 General Election for areas impacted by Helene.
https://www.ncsbe.gov/voting/upcoming-election/helene-recovery-and-voting
Find more recovery information in this press release from North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper including how donated funds will be managed.
https://governor.nc.gov/news/press-releases/2024/09/29/donate-nc-disaster-relief-fund-help-helene-recovery-governor-cooper-urges