DISASTER RELIEF
The Disaster Relief Fund provides vital support after disaster strikes, helping families recover through both short-term relief and long-term recovery. In 2024–2025, we responded to needs resulting from Tropical Storm Debby and Hurricane Helene. Through your donations,
CHALLENGES Food replacement
Shelter
Hazardous conditions Auto repairs Minor home repairs
Missed work/ income opportunities
UNITED WAY SUPPORTED LOCAL INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES WITH:
350 received food cards 81 received temporary shelter assistance (hotel / Airbnb.org) (We primarily connect individuals with shelters, turning to hotels or Airbnbs when shelter solutions are unavailable.)
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received tree/debris/mold removal and/or roof equipment assistance
14 received financial assistance for home and auto repairs 5 received rent/mortgage assistance 98 received utility assistance (water, electric, gas) 4 received gas card assistance
Recovery doesn’t stop after the immediate crisis. United Way of the Coastal Empire is committed to walking with our neighbors every step of the way, long after the headlines fade. The following efforts can be deployed based on need:
LONG-TERM RECOVERY CASE MANAGEMENT COORDINATION
FUND DISTRIBUTION
REVERSE 911 OUTREACH
211 INFORMATION & REFFERAL
50+ households expected to be supported through long-term recovery efforts.* Fiscal Year July 2024- June 2025 Data *aid is still on-going
We partner with local disaster relief agencies across the Coastal Empire, along with a few national companies, to streamline resources, reduce resource duplication, and ensure help reaches as many individuals and families as possible.
OUR DISASTER RELIEF PARTNERS Coastal Empire Disaster Recovery Committee
Local Emergency Management Agencies
35+ organizations working together in a collaborative effort to prepare for, assist with, and recover from disasters.
National Partnerships: Airbnb.org DoorDash Lyft
As part of our disaster response, 211 connected
432 CALLERS
to community resources and filled critical gaps for (ABOVE) With our office closed for storm repairs, our 211 team kept disaster response moving by temporarily relocating to Chatham Emergency Management Agency.
375 HOUSEHOLDS
with direct financial assistance.
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, United Way mobilized:
72 VOLUNTEERS to distribute
966 SHELF-STABLE FOOD BOXES & 3,700 HOT MEALS Fiscal Year July 2024- June 2025 Data
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR IMPACT
uwce.org/disaster-relief-fund