Life during post-Hurricane Helene has revealed the resiliency and resourcefulness of our community.  As the disaster-impacted areas of our county have begun the clean up and recovery, Hometown Service Coalition has taken a lead role in the long-term services that will be needed as those impacted struggle to find adequate housing, repair and rebuild homes that were damaged or destroyed.

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As part of the Long Term Recovery team, HSC is assisting in developing a multifaceted approached that has shifted from emergency response to mid- and long-term recovery projects that will support the community’s needs over time.  In the coming year, we will be centralizing donated resources, including clothing, furniture, and household items, for efficient distribution. We would like to thank the Mountain City Community Church for use of a vacant facility where we have set up a 15,000 sq/ft former retail space to serve as a Donation and Distribution Center. 

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Through our partnerships with Goodwill Industries, the United Way, East Tennessee Foundation, and local organizations, the LTRT will also coordinate long-term recovery resources and funding for essential rebuilding projects and ensuring resources are allocated equitably to residents most affected by the disaster.​

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We are so thankful for the outpouring of support that we've experienced from across our country.  We have received donations in both financial and supplies from more communities and organizations we can count.  In a time of uncertainty for so many people, Hometown Service will continue to be an organization that will meet the needs, partner with community organizations, and our local government.​

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Your continued support will be instrumental in seeing that families are warm, housed, and cared for.  

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