(October 11, 2024) The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina (CFWNC) continues to work to mobilize resources and get funds to frontline organizations providing relief and recovery services in Western North Carolina. Since Monday, 83 grants totaling $1,961,246 has been distributed to nonprofits from the Emergency and Disaster Response Fund.
The grants support frontline nonprofits meeting immediate needs or those whose ability to provide services was directly affected by the floods. Nonprofits use a simple, expedited process to access funds with grants awarded on a rolling basis.
“In times like these, nonprofits join other first responders in helping their communities recover, and we want to make sure that those on the frontlines have the resources they need,” said President Elizabeth Brazas. “We are heartened by the level of support for this effort and are deeply grateful for every contribution and expression of concern. CFWNC and its partnering funders are committed to geographic equity and recognize that there are still isolated communities with fragile connectivity. We are here for the long haul as Western North Carolina continues to recover.”
If you wish to support aid to those affected by the storm, you can donate to the Emergency and Disaster Response Fund. Administrative fees are waived so that every dollar goes directly to assistance.
CFWNC makes grants in 18 Western North Carolina counties including the Qualla Boundary. Bringing people together to address regional issues or crises is a key role of community foundations.