Our Story

Helene Rebuild Collaborative was born out of the urgency to provide relief after Hurricane Helene swept through the Southern Appalachians. In the immediate aftermath of the storm, our team sprang into action, delivering supplies and offering aid to communities left underserved, isolated, and cut off from critical resources. From these early efforts, our organization has grown into a vital force for disaster relief and rebuilding.

In the rugged terrain of the Southern Appalachians, many families were unable to access the help they desperately needed. Seeing this gap, we focused on providing disaster relief to those in remote areas, delivering resources by any means necessary.

As the scale of the destruction became clear, our mission expanded to address the complex housing challenges faced by the thousands who lost their homes. Helene Rebuild Collaborative now concentrates on creating sustainable housing solutions, including delivering RVs to families, renovating damaged homes, and rebuilding houses destroyed by the storm. Using advanced mapping systems and forming strong community partnerships, we identify and assist families striving to recover and rebuild.

What began as a grassroots effort among friends in West Asheville has transformed into a dynamic nonprofit serving the broader region. Today, we are a highly coordinated team of volunteers addressing both immediate and long-term recovery needs in communities devastated by Hurricane Helene.

Our work is made possible by the French Broad River Academy nonprofit, which has provided essential support as we continue to establish our own organization. To sustain our efforts, we seek partnerships with individuals and organizations who share our commitment to helping families recover from the devastation of Hurricane Helene. Together, we can rebuild homes, restore hope, and create lasting resilience in the Southern Appalachians.