EDUSC Hurricane Helene Disaster Response Resources

If one member suffers, all suffer together with it; if one member is honored, all rejoice together with it.

– 1 Corinthians 12:26, NRSV

Supporting the Diocese of Western North Carolina

As we rebuild here in our own Diocese, we’re in prayer for and support of our siblings in the Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina, whose need is critical. If you’d like to give to their cause directly, visit the link below.

Give to Diocese of Western North Carolina directly:

Give to EDWNC
  • In the drop-down menu, select: Partners in Mission
  • In the memo line, write: Hurricane Helene

Join a Diocesan Disaster Response Team!


Sign up to help us deliver supplies, clear rubble and debris, pray with our brothers and sisters in Christ, and otherwise help our neighbors to the north! Any adult (over the age of 18) is eligible to sign up and will be assigned a team to work with. Once you are assigned, we will be in touch with your team’s name and information, plus service dates and location. Thank you!

Register to Join A Team Now


Visit the Facebook page created exclusively for this response:

Asheville Relief

Helpful Supplies List

Supply List

Spread Warmth! An Updated Supplies List
As of October 23, 2024
As we move into colder fall and winter months, the needs of our friends in the Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina are changing. We’re adopting more rural areas where help is yet to come or access to relief is more difficult. Our Diocese is currently caring for our friends in Spruce Pine, NC. We’re asking our convocations to organize drives of items which spread warmth. Look to your churches to find out how you can help collect and donate the following items:

COLD WEATHER ITEMS
• Small Generators • Space Heaters • Heavy-Duty Extension Cords • Children’s Coats • Children’s Socks • Men’s Boots • Men’s Socks (Wool or Wool-Blend) • Blankets

EVERYDAY ITEMS STILL IN DEMAND
• Batteries • Diapers • Baby Formula • Rice and Dried Beans • Toilet Paper


Battery-Powered Radios Needed


WNC is currently seeking battery-powered AM/FM radios for daily updates to people still without cellular data access and without power or television. These can be as simple as clock radios or bed side radios. If you have an old stereo or boom box laying around which takes batteries, this is a perfect option, too.

Resources for EDUSC

Do you need a diocesan work team to assist with storm damage? Please click below.

Submit your Request

For Individuals:
Apply for FEMA Assistance

Apply for Help

When you apply, you will be asked to provide:

  • A description of the damage.
  • Your address at the time of the disaster.
  • Your Social Security number.
  • Contact information.
  • If you have insurance, your policy number, agent or company.
  • Annual household income.
  • Your bank account information for direct deposit.

Applications in NC are due by November 27.
Applications in SC are due by November 29.

Additional help:
There are several ways to apply: Go online to DisasterAssistance.gov, use the FEMA App or call 800-621-3362 from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET daily. The telephone line is open every day, and help is available in most languages. If you use a relay service, such as Video Relay Service (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA your number for that service.

To view an accessible video on how to apply, visit Three Ways to Apply for FEMA Disaster Assistance – YouTube.

Find Food in Greenville:
Visit the Instagram page: gvl_food_now

GVL Food Now on IG

SC Department of Emergency Management:
https://www.scemd.org
866-246-0133

SC DOT:
855-GO-SCDOT
855-467-2368

South Carolina Department of Insurance:
(803) 737-6160

American Red Cross:
1-866-438-4636

SC Salvation Army:
(704) 522-4970

Emergency Shelters near you:
https://www.scemd.org/stay-informed/emergency-shelters/

Online Book of Common Prayer:
https://www.bcponline.org

Other Giving Resources

Episcopal Relief Fund


Those who wish to may discover ways to help in and outside our diocese at the Episcopal Relief Fund in a couple of different ways:

Episcopal Relief & Development’s Hurricane Relief Fund
Give to Episcopal Relief (General)

Prayers and Spiritual Resources for Time of Disaster
Prayers for times of disaster – this link will take you directly to prayers in times of disaster.
Our website also has prayers amid crisis, hurricanes, and other situations.

Blue Ridge Public Radio Ways to Donate and Help

Ways to Help