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This holiday season, the spirit of giving shines brightly in North Carolina's mountain communities. As families continue to grapple with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, faith-based organizations are offering vital support, combining practical assistance with unwavering faith to bring hope and restoration.
'We Don't Want to Be Forgotten'
Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina, damaging or destroying an estimated 120,000 homes. With winter's snow and freezing temperatures adding to the hardship, displaced families rely heavily on churches and faith-based nonprofits for food, shelter, and a glimmer of hope.
"They're really suffering," says Dara Cody, a resident whose community was decimated. "This was a restaurant, a tattoo shop, a barber shop, a produce stand…"