FLETCHER, N.C. — One year after Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina, families in the region are receiving much-needed food assistance thanks to efforts from organizations in Charlotte.
Volunteers from Channel Nine, along with MANNA FoodBank, Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina, and Food Lion, distributed 1,800 food boxes to families near Asheville.
“Neighbors feeding neighbors, helping out, you know, a neighbor in food bank and we’re honored and privileged to be here helping out,” said Kay Carter, CEO of Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina.
Hundreds of cars lined up to receive the food boxes, highlighting the ongoing need for assistance in the area.“It’s expensive to do, you know, food’s expensive and supplies and it helps out quite a bit,” said Eric Adler, a resident impacted by the hurricane.
Claire Neal, CEO of MANNA FoodBank, noted the unprecedented demand for emergency food assistance, stating, “And what we’re seeing is the highest need for emergency food assistance that we’ve ever seen in our 42-year history.”
Faye Butler, another resident, expressed gratitude for the support, saying, “Your heart feels so overwhelmed with love and joy that we have people that care for us.”
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The distribution event not only provided essential supplies but also reinforced the community’s resilience and the importance of continued support.
“And that they’re going to make sure we’re okay one way or the other,” Butler added, reflecting the hope and solidarity among those affected.
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