Our Commitment to Hurricane Helene Recovery
Following Hurricane Helene’s devastation of Western North Carolina in the fall of 2024, Habitat Charlotte Region committed $500,000 toward recovery efforts to address the thousands of homes that were damaged or destroyed.
Thanks to a powerful partnership with volunteers, donors, the Avery County community, and the Appalachia Service Project, we have successfully met our goal of raising an additional $500,000. These funds are actively supporting our ongoing multi-year initiative, with active repair and rebuilding efforts underway to restore homes for families impacted by the storm.
Our Impact
Driven by the generosity of our supporters and the resilience of the community, our recovery efforts in Western North Carolina are making a tangible difference. Every dollar raised and every hour served translates into real stability for families rebuilding their lives.
As of June 2026, here is a look at what we have accomplished together in Avery County:
4 New Homes Constructed
11 Homes Repaired
721 Volunteers Mobilized
Our Blog
Kenneth's Story
Significant progress has already been made on new home construction and repair projects in Avery County. Families like Kenneth’s, who are rebuilding their lives after the storm, remind us why this work matters. You can read more about Kenneth’s journey and other updates on our blog.Â
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Lend Your Skills
To keep this vital work moving forward, we need more helping hands. Construction volunteers are essential to rebuilding homes and restoring hope for families in Avery County. It’s imperative that we come together to support and strengthen these communities – you can play a direct role. Volunteer opportunities include worksite demolition, cleanup and complete home rebuilding.
To sign up to volunteer please click the “Volunteer with Us” button below and complete our contact form or email volunteer@habitatcltregion.org.