{"id":316,"date":"2024-10-15T20:50:13","date_gmt":"2024-10-15T20:50:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mountainrescuenc.org\/about-us\/"},"modified":"2025-05-31T13:27:59","modified_gmt":"2025-05-31T17:27:59","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mountainrescuenc.org\/?page_id=316","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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About Us<\/h1>

At Mountain Rescue NC, we are more than just a disaster relief organization\u2014we are a lifeline for the people of Western North Carolina. Born out of the need for action in the wake of Hurricane Helene, we are dedicated to ensuring that our communities have the resources, support, and resilience to rise above any storm.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Our Story<\/h3>

Mountain Rescue NC was founded in response to the unprecedented devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. The storm left behind a trail of destruction, impacting countless families, homes, and businesses. In the midst of this chaos, we saw a unique opportunity to bring people together\u2014to channel the strength, compassion, and resilience of our region into a force for good. What began as a grassroots effort to help those in immediate need has grown into a full-scale operation dedicated to long-term relief and recovery.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Every dollar counts and helps us bring hope, joy, and essential resources to those in need. Together, we can create a better tomorrow.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Mountain Rescue NC: Expanding Our Mission to Serve More<\/h3>

What began as a disaster relief organization has grown into a full-scale community support initiative. At Mountain Rescue NC, we\u2019re not just rebuilding homes \u2014 we\u2019re rebuilding hope, dignity, and opportunity for every individual who walks through our doors.<\/p>

Thanks to your continued support and our dedicated team of volunteers and partners, we\u2019re expanding our services to meet the evolving needs of our region\u2019s most vulnerable populations \u2014 including children, mothers, foster families, veterans, disabled adults, seniors, and more.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Who We Serve \u2014 With Heart, Purpose, and Urgency<\/h3>

We\u2019re proud to now provide support, resources, and outreach for:<\/p>

Mothers and Children<\/h3>

We help struggling families receive essentials like formula, diapers, baby food, car seats, strollers, and clothing, as well as access to wraparound services like transportation and case management.<\/p>

Foster Children & Caregivers<\/h3>

We provide seasonal clothing, hygiene kits, bedding, books, school supplies, comfort items, and personalized care packages for children in foster care, and support for foster parents navigating transitional care.<\/p>

Low-Income Seniors<\/h3>

We deliver monthly food boxes, household supplies, warm clothing, and companionship to aging neighbors who often face isolation, fixed incomes, or limited mobility.<\/p>

Veterans & Disabled Adults<\/h3>

We assist with wheelchairs, medical supplies, home modifications, employment resources, and navigation tools for our heroes who\u2019ve served and sacrificed.<\/p>

Students & Schools<\/h3>

Through collaborations with school counselors, social workers, and homeless liaisons, we ensure students in need receive clothing, shoes, school supplies, hygiene kits, and birthday celebrations.<\/p>

Shelters, Churches & Community Partners<\/h3>

We work hand-in-hand with shelters, churches, and nonprofits to ensure no child or adult in need is left behind.<\/p>

When needs are unmet, we step in. When storms hit \u2014 physically or emotionally \u2014 we rise together.<\/strong><\/p>

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