Hurricane Helene Resources
The impact of Hurricane Helene has far surpassed anyone’s expectations, and A.O.E. is aware that not only do we have chapters who were directly impacted, but alumni, friends, and family were also affected. We hope you and your families are safe during this time and would like to provide our deepest sympathies and support you in any way we can.
Below is a collection of resources crowd sourced from our membership.
If you would like to contribute links or highlight other ways to help, please email Riley at boarddoc@alphaomegaepsilon.org with "Hurricane Helene Resource" in the subject line so items can be added here.
Chapter-specific Resources
To our chapters who were directly affected - Are there additional resources or links we can share with our membership to help directly support your recovery efforts? We as an organization cannot collect any money on your behalf, but we can promote any links and other resources that can aid any recovery efforts via social media, the monthly newsletter, and on our website/GCM platforms.
Additionally, should your chapter need any assistance in rebuilding your chapter’s supplies for events, pins, charter, or other A.O.E. materials or memorabilia, please let us know and we can assist in the replacement of those items.
Our Gamma Gamma chapter at Western Carolina University were hit the hardest, please consider donating to their university
General Resources
Western Carolina University Student Affairs Emergency Fund - providing support for students in immediate financial need due to an unavoidable emergency situation.
United Way - Hurricane Helene Disaster Relief and Recovery Fund
Treats Studio - Helene Relief Aid for Artists
Yall Squad - Youtuber Channel that aids people directly affected by natural disasters
BPR News - Collection of Resources
The collection below is shared directly on the behalf of the Gamma Gamma chapter.
RADA Foundation - This is the direct donation link for the rebuilding efforts of the River Arts District in Asheville, which was completely decimated by Helene.
Brother Wolf Animal Rescue - There is also the Brother Wolf Animal Rescue in Asheville. They have lost their shelter, their vehicles, and supplies, and all of their animals were evacuated before the hurricane hit. They are planning to rebuild in a new location in Asheville.