Through our two relief hubs and SAR (Search and Rescue) base, AVL City Church—alongside dedicated church and business partners like Crisis Relief International, Somebody Cares, Citi Impact and Generation Church, as well as hundreds of local and out-of-state volunteers—has been at the heart of compassionate service, working tirelessly to meet the needs of our neighbors in crisis. This looks like 12hr+ days in the heat, cold and rain. Every day.

Together, this is what we have been able to accomplish:

• Over 300 semi-truck trailers of essential supplies received and distributed
• 60,000+ hot meals served to those in need
• 1,200+ generators provided to families without power

Search and Rescue (SAR) Impact

• 500+ SAR missions completed
• 200+ families safely reunited
• 30 lives saved through timely aid and essential supplies

Each meal, generator, and rescue mission is a testament to the generosity of supporters like you. Your contributions empower us to continue this vital work, bringing help, hope and healing to those facing unimaginable challenges. Thank you for standing with us in making a life-changing impact.

WHAT'S NEXT
For the past 30 days, our team has been volunteering over 12 hours each day. It’s been incredible, but to sustain this vital work, we need to pivot toward a long-term relief and rebuilding approach. Going forward, we’ll focus on non-emergency, direct assistance rather than community drive-thru distributions.  If you need assistance, let us know.

We will continue to provide:

• supplies
• clean up homes
• assist in finding temporary housing.

We’ve also secured a temporary warehouse to continue receiving and distributing supplies as requested. Our efforts will focus on providing clean-up crews, debris and tree removal, and delivering supplies and food directly to those who need them.

To get in touch and to stay updated is:
text RELIEF to 97000

Like & Share our Social Media Posts | We are working hard to identify and meet needs in the days and weeks ahead. Simply sharing can get our posts in front of people who may need assistance.

ARDEN HUB | Supply Drop-offs and Pickups
3871 B Sweeten Creek Rd. Arden, NC 28704

* by appointment only 828-759-5454

DONATE | These funds will be used to support the needs in our community and those impacted in the days and weeks ahead. Thank you for your continued support

AMAZON WISHLIST | We can take amazon shipments. Thank you for your continued support of what AVL City Church is doing during this unprecedented time of devastation.

COMMUNICATION | Effective communication during a crisis is important to maintain trust, avoid rumors, and handle the situation smoothly. These radios will help us with quick and reliable communication.

👉🏼 Stove Tops/Ovens
👉🏼 Microwaves
👉🏼 Dishwashers
👉🏼 Refrigerators
👉🏼 Washers
👉🏼 Dryers

👉🏼 Generator (6500 Watt or Larger)
👉🏼 Upright refrigerator
👉🏼 Enclosed Trailer (roadworthy)
👉🏼  F250 Truck (to haul heavy loads)
👉🏼 $2 million

This phase occurs immediately after a disaster strikes. It focuses on locating and rescuing survivors, providing immediate medical aid, and recovering those who are injured or deceased. First responders, emergency teams, and volunteers work to save lives and stabilize the situation.

In this phase, the focus shifts to meeting basic needs like food, water, shelter, and medical care for survivors. Relief efforts help maintain safety and provide comfort while addressing urgent necessities. It involves setting up temporary shelters, distributing supplies, and providing emotional support to those affected.

This phase involves the physical cleanup of the disaster-affected areas. It includes removing debris and mud, clearing damaged structures, and cleaning out homes and buildings. Volunteers and recovery teams help to make the area habitable again, setting the stage for rebuilding and longer-term recovery efforts.