Stronger Together!
Our mountain community is tough and we are here with you to prove it! Resilient Recovery NC is a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting the mountain community we cherish in Western North Carolina. We are members of this community and will be here with you to rebuild our beloved home with hands-on disaster recovery and relief efforts.
Stronger
Together!
Our mountain community is tough and we are here with you to prove it! Resilient Recovery NC is a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting the mountain community we cherish in Western North Carolina. We are members of this community and will be here with you to rebuild our beloved home with hands-on disaster recovery and relief efforts.
Mission
Resilient Recovery NC was founded in response to Hurricane Helene to provide disaster recovery support for communities in Western North Carolina. The nonprofit focuses on aid distribution, road and bridge repairs, new home construction for displaced families, and environmental restoration efforts, including bioremediation and soil rebuilding. Committed to resilience and sustainability, the organization also removes downed trees to restore safe access and revitalizes areas impacted by flooding.
Vision
The vision of Resilient Recovery NC is to build stronger, more resilient communities in Western North Carolina by providing rapid, sustainable disaster recovery and long-term environmental restoration. The nonprofit aims to empower affected communities to not only recover from natural disasters but also thrive in their aftermath, fostering a future where families, infrastructure, and ecosystems are more resilient to future challenges.
Our Approach
Warehousing & Distribution
Our 500,000 sq ft warehouse operation, equipped with two dock-height bays and forklifts, serves as a central logistics hub providing efficient storage, organization, and distribution support to endpoint relief centers across Western North Carolina.
Private Road & Bridge Repair
Resilient Recovery NC (RRNC)
is an active member of a coalition of Long-Term Recovery Groups (LTRGs) collaborating with FEMA, state agencies, and local floodplain administrators to address the urgent need for private road and bridge repairs in Western North Carolina. Together, we are working to restore over 9,000 private roads and bridges damaged by Hurricane Helene, ensuring safe access for affected families and communities.
Debris Cleanup
Our debris cleanup efforts leverage heavy machinery, dedicated volunteers, and organized work parties to swiftly clear storm damage and restore safe, accessible spaces in the communities we serve.
New Home Replacement
Coming Soon!
Quonset Hut Homes
180 day turnaround from start to move in
Disaster Resistant
Fire Resistant
Lower cost than traditional stick built homes
1500 sq ft+. first floor living
Multiple/custom floor plans available
Environmental Impact
We aim to restore and protect the environment by using hydroseeders and mycoremediation techniques to clean contaminated watersheds and rebuild nutrient-rich topsoil in areas devastated by flooding.
See What Our Customer Say About Us
Chris
We residents/property owners were in a state of shock and disbelief following the devastation created by Hurricane Helena here in Western North Carolina. Lots of well-intentioned, volunteer groups offered assistance with tree and debris clean up, but seldomly, if ever, showed up.
RESILIENT RECOVERY NC offered assistance and showed up en force with both equipment and personnel. Over the course of a few days, this small army of good-natured volunteers including trac hoes and skid steer loaders did a masterful clean up of creekside storm debris. From construction debris, downed trees, uprooted stumps and seemingly countless mangled cars,
these wonderful folk got us off the ground toward recovering, not only physically, but emotionally and spiritually.
We, a small off-the-map community of 30+ homeowners on Flat Creek in Fairview, Buncombe County, one of countless WNC holler communities, owe a debt of gratitude to RRNC and Jim, it's executive administrator. Their efforts helped "kickstart" us back to recovery.
Thank you again and...I am not a Robot. My name is Chris
Jeff
Buck creek in Marion NC was totaled with unprecedented devastation. The massive clean out effort afterwards stood as a monumental task seemingly forgotten by the federal powers at be . The locals felt as they always have. Alone to deal with the constant reminder of absolute loss. Although cared for buy locals and numerous churches as well as contributions from county resources whose hands remained tied ,the massive cleanup of our water ways and mountains of rubble still seemed as something forever in there lives .
However through the selfless act of generosity and sheer unmatched fortitude of the volunteers brought in by Resilient Recovery NC, hope is restored.
Never have I been more proud to be a human being . Just being there witnessing the care, compassion, and complete heroism these men and woman shine daily brings me to tears. This is the true meaning of what America should be. I thank God for Jim and his people.
Syvella
I just wanted to say I am in awe!!! I stopped by yesterday. Your setup is absolutely a Godsend and exactly what I needed! I cried when I was leaving, happy tears! I have been in the communities since Monday after the storm and I could safely get out. I have driven an hour and a half away to get resources for 3 families to drive them an hour and half another direction and it didn’t go well.
Your location and the availability of supplies is truly amazing and the volunteers there were beyond kind!! I am so grateful to have this as a resource to help others!!
Michelle
Resilient Recovery NC comes with the highest of recommendations! Jim and his team of volunteers have shown up time and time again to help our community with recovery efforts from the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. He has devoted significant time and resources; He shows up prepared and ready to work! With his military background and networking skills, he is able to pull resources from across the country to accomplish his missions.
If you are considering making a donation or supporting Jim's organization in any way, please do not hesitate!!
He is intelligent, considerate, and will get the job done!
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions answered.
What accomodations do you have for volunteers?
We have limited space inside the warehouse for volunteers to set up tents and cots with bathrooms and a makeshift kitchen with camp stoves, refrigerators, coffee pot, microwave. There is also plenty of space outdoors for those with campers to set up. There is a campground in Morganton that you can pay a $10 sewage dump fee. Meals are not provided but there are plenty of options nearby if you don't want to cook your own food.
Do you charge for your services?
No, although projects requiring materials will likely need to be paid for by the client if donations are unavailable. Further, the intent of our organization is to restore and recover from damages that are the direct result of a state or federally declared natural disaster. If projects fall outside of that scope we reserve the right to bill for time and materials as appropriate and in accordance to industry standards. For damages to private roads, bridges, or homes we will assist in applying for HOI or FEMA reimbursements to assist in getting the project fully funded.
We are planning on bringing in supplies from out of state, what kind of things should we prioritize.
That's a tough question as needs are constantly changing, and people who have been displaced are ready to rebuild and get back to stable living conditions, ie. an actual home. Your best bet would be to give us a call! We are still distributing aid across the region and have a good pulse of what the current needs are. You can also visit https://wnc-supply-sites.com/ which is a database of vetted distribution sites that are still active.
Are you a 501c3 Non-profit?
Just about! We have filed and waiting for our determination letter.
Do you hand out aid to survivors at your location?
By appointment only
Do you work on the weekend?
At this time we are only working M-F unless we are having a work party or receiving shipments by appointment.
How can I become a member of your organization?
Give us a call or fill our our contact form! There are still plenty of opportunities for leadership and we are actively looking to grow our team.
What counties do you operate in?
Avery, Ashe, Buncombe, McDowell, Mitchell, Rutherford, Polk, Yancey, Watauga, Burke
Do you take clothes at your location?
No, we are overrun with clothes, new and old and have little to no need for them in our area. Please them at home!
Can you unload a semi trailer?
Yes! We have two dock height bays with forklifts.
Sponsors, Partners, & Donors
