We offer help in many ways
We provide compassionate, coordinated case management through a trusted network of local agencies. Whether you’re navigating home repairs, facing housing instability, recovering emotionally, or dealing with financial strain, our team is here to walk alongside you. Case managers listen to your story, help assess your needs, and connect you with the right resources—whether it’s construction assistance, legal support, mental health services, or emergency aid. Our approach is grounded in dignity, care, and collaboration to support your full recovery.
Contact info@gofwrd.org or 828-214-5021.
Rebuilding Together
Local volunteers and partners are working side by side to restore homes—and hope—for families impacted by Hurricane Helene.
Resources
State what makes your charity so important
Lorem ipsum amet elit morbi dolor tortor. Vivamus eget mollis nostra ullam corper integer metus felis velit. Natoque tellus semper taciti nostra semper montes.
Federal Assistance
FEMA – Apply or check your status. DisasterAssistance.gov.
North Carolina & Local Government
NC Emergency Management Survivors can apply online at ncdps.gov/helene/dcm or by calling (844) 746-2326 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Renew NC — Single-Family Housing Program (ACTIVE application process): Homeowners in WNC with Helene damage can apply online for rehab/rebuild assistance. Help line to ensure eligibility (888-791-0207). Apply here: renewnc.org.
Transylvania County – Disaster resources & Emergency Mgmt. Disaster Resources.
Food and Essentials
American Red Cross (Western NC) – disaster services. redcross.org/local/north-carolina/western-north-carolina.
Anchor Baptist Church & Ministries – weekly food distribution on Fridays 12-4 p.m. (TEFAP partner). anchorbaptist.org/missions-warehouse.
Hunger Coalition of Transylvania County — 501(c)(3) supporting food-insecure neighbors with weekly food distributions (4 sites), monthly pantry support (8 pantries), and free plant-based meal kits. https://www.hungerfreetc.com/
Sharing House (Transylvania Christian Ministry) – food, clothing, showers, rent & utility assistance. sharinghouse.org.
Wine to Water (WNC) – free water-quality testing & filter support. wtw.org/wnc · Sign up for testing.
Shelter
The Haven of Transylvania County – emergency & transitional shelter. havenoftc.org.
The Cove Shelter – code purple (inclement weather) shelter.covechurchbrevard.org.
Housing & Home Repair
Housing Assistance – Critical Home Repair Program. (Transylvania/Henderson/Polk). housing-assistance.com/home-repair.
LDR Carolinas (Lutheran Disaster Response) – long-term recovery & case management support. ldrcarolinas.org.
NECHAMA – Jewish Response to Disaster – muck-outs, mold remediation, rebuild. nechama.org.
Transylvania Habitat for Humanity – Critical Home Repair Program. transylvaniahabitat.org.
Health & Emotional Support
SparkPoint — community well-being, connection, and supportive programs. www.yoursparkpoint.org
The Free Clinics (Henderson/Polk region) – medical, behavioral health, care navigation. thefreeclinics.org.
Vaya Health – 24/7 behavioral health crisis line 1-800-849-6127. Access to Care. (Vaya Health | Moving forward together)
Legal Help
Pisgah Legal Services – FEMA/SBA navigation, appeals, disaster hotline. In Crisis? Call 1-800-489-6144. pisgahlegal.org/helene. Se habla Español.
Spanish Language Access
El Centro Brevard – resource navigation & language access for Latino families. elcentrobrevard.com. Se habla Español.
Links to Additional Resources
National Disaster Recovery + Philanthropy
- Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP)
Guidance on funding strategies and best practices for disaster recovery. - National VOAD (Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster)
National coordination body for faith-based and community-based disaster recovery partners. - Ready.gov
FEMA’s public preparedness education site, ideal for volunteers and community members.
State + Regional Disaster Support
- North Carolina VOAD
Coordination of disaster recovery organizations within the state. - NC Department of Emergency Management
Official state agency handling disaster declarations, coordination, and recovery support. - Dogwood Health Trust
Philanthropic partner supporting disaster recovery and health equity in Western NC. - American Red Cross – North Carolina Region
Disaster response and funding partner.
Our Impact
We serve as the backbone of long-term recovery in Transylvania County, connecting survivors with trusted local partners to ensure that every household receives coordinated, compassionate, and community-rooted support.
40+
partner organizations providing services and support
8
active committees and 80+ volunteers coordinating care
125
survivor and community member stories collected for Helene: One Year of Healing event