Echoes of Appalachia

Our people in the mountains are hurting. The recent floods have caused unimaginable devastation across East Tennessee, Western North Carolina, and surrounding areas. Homes have been destroyed, families displaced, and entire towns are grappling with loss. The damage is severe, and for many, the recovery will take months, if not years.

In Greene County, TN, officials have already stated that the local water plant is “unsalvageable” due to the extent of the damage. This means an ongoing water emergency that could last for weeks. Families in the region will have no access to clean drinking water, and it’s not just the flood victims who are affected. First responders working around the clock, linemen trying to restore power, and emergency crews keeping people safe are all facing the same shortages. They all need to eat, to drink, and to stay healthy as they continue this grueling recovery effort.

People often say, “We need to help our people first.” Well, this is your chance to put that into action.

Greeneville CARE Center is at the heart of the effort, providing over 200 meals a day to those in need. They are feeding flood victims who have lost everything—homes, cars, and even loved ones. They are feeding linemen and first responders who are putting their own health and safety on the line to restore power and repair critical infrastructure. These men and women are working nonstop, and without support, they cannot continue to do the hard, physical work that our region desperately needs.

But the CARE Center can’t do this alone. They need us—our support, our donations, and our resources—to keep going. Imagine trying to rebuild your life after everything has been washed away. Imagine facing that task without even knowing where your next meal will come from. That’s the reality for so many in our communities right now.

I grew up in these mountains, and I’ve seen firsthand how strong and resilient our people are. But even the strongest among us need a helping hand in times like these. We talk about the importance of “helping our own,” and there’s no better time than right now. Our mountain towns are facing one of the hardest moments in their history, and they need us to step up.

If you’ve ever wondered how you can make a difference, this is it. Your donations will go directly to ensuring that no one goes hungry during this crisis. Whether it’s a hot meal for a flood victim, a warm dinner for a lineman working late into the night, or a nourishing plate for a first responder pulling double shifts, your help matters.

This isn’t just about charity. This is about community, about taking care of the people who have always been there for us. These mountains have shaped us, and now it’s our turn to give back. Please, click that donate button below. Even the smallest amount will go a long way in helping feed those who are fighting every day to rebuild their lives.

Let’s show the strength of our mountain spirit. Let’s help our people in their time of need. Together, we can make sure no one goes hungry.