Temporary Housing Relief program

If you, your faimly, or a loved one have lost your home in Hurricane Helène, we’re here for you. Please apply through this Google Form.

Program Updates

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, we are faced with the devastating reality that many people in Western NC have lost their homes. Those folks who have lost everything are struggling without basic shelter and safety.

Thanks to our donors and our volunteers, we have 5 bell tents available for relief housing now!

And we are actively accepting applications for temporary residence!

If you know of anyone who needs a temporary home, please send them the application linked above.

We’re currently offering:

  • A private or shared bell tent with a bed, bedding, lighting, and fire pit.

  • 2-3 healthy meals a day cooked by our amazing kitchen team

  • Fresh living spring water

  • Access to power (yay!)

  • Heaters in each tent

  • Outdoor hot showers

Fundraising Initiatives

Winter is coming and these bell tents will not make comfortable winter dwellings. This is why we're putting together resources to build temporary relief cabins for community members who need it the most.

We’ve chosen A-Frame cabins are the best structures for the task, because they are:

  • Comfortable, solid structures

  • Quick to build — just 4 days of work for a team of 3

  • Capable of providing protection from the elements and a bed for up to 2 people

Skilled volunteers and coordinators are ready to get the construction started! Now, all we need is the materials, which will cost approximately $4,000 per cabin.

Fundraising Goals

  • $37,000 we will be able to build 5 temporary relief cabins offering 10 community members safety with wood burning stoves and insulation

  • $80,000 we will be able to build 20 temporary relief cabins offering 40 community members safety

  • $115,000 will support us in building a bath house (showers, toilets, septic system) offering comfort to those we are housing

  • With each additional $20,000 we could build a yurt (each would include solar power, insulation, wood floors, a full kitchen, a private shower and outhouse)

Feeling Generous?

Your support will make a tremendous difference in providing temporary homes to people who desperately need it.

We believe in financial transparency and are committed to sharing how your donations are used. We will post receipts, detailed breakdowns of our expenses, and share the program’s progress with you so you can see the direct impact of your support.

Thank you for being part of our mission!