As Hurricane Helene continues to impact so many lives, we are focusing our efforts on helping craft artists and others affected by this devastating storm. Many artists have lost their homes, studios, and livelihoods, and they need our support to rebuild.
Emergency Support Resources for Artists & Arts Organizations
Where to Donate:
The NC Arts Disaster Relief Fund that is being run through the North Carolina Arts Foundation to provide funding and assistance to artists and arts organizations affected by Hurricane Helene.
CERF+ (Craft Emergency Relief Fund): CERF+ provides emergency relief to craft artists in crisis. You can donate directly to CERF+ here.
Craft Futures Fund: The Center for Craft is reactivating the Craft Futures Fund grant program for emergency relief so that we may direct essential resources to support and care for the artists and community of Western North Carolina.
Southern Highland Craft Guild: Disaster Relief: Restore Historic Spaces: Contribute to the restoration of our beloved shop in Biltmore Village and other facilities that have been impacted. Support Regional Artists: Provide assistance to artists who have lost their studios and equipment, helping them to regain their livelihoods. Make a Difference: Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a difference. Together, we can help heal our community and preserve the vibrant arts culture that makes our area unique.
American Red Cross: Supports disaster relief efforts for everyone impacted by Hurricane Helene. Donate here.
FEMA: FEMA continues to strategically move resources to support life-saving and life-sustaining response needs including shipping meals, water, generators, tarps to the areas impacted by Helene.
United Way: United Way brings people together to build strong, equitable communities where everyone can thrive. As one of the world’s largest privately funded charities, we serve 95% of U.S. communities and 37 countries and territories — making life better for 48 million people every year.
Local Food Banks: Many communities affected by the storm are in need of food and supplies. Consider donating to food banks serving the affected areas.
Click here for a list of more than 35 organizations put together by Blue Ridge Public Radio providing direct relief to the affected areas.
There will be lots of scams with people trying to cash in on the devastation. Here is a link on how to spot these scammers by the FTC.
Recovery scams will follow Hurricane Helene. Here’s how to spot them
Together we can help rebuild our community.