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The 2024 hurricane season is bringing the unimaginable to many areas of the Southeast.
Meanwhile, the devastation from Hurricane Helene has brought unimaginable flooding to many areas, leaving some people with nothing. The storm has caused widespread devastation throughout the Southeast.
Food, water and other supplies are being flown to some areas left unreachable by the storm, and humanitarian groups are gathering aid to help. You’ll find information on how to donate to those humanitarian groups in the links below.
All of our Woodward Community Media stations are supporting efforts with the American Red Cross. You can help provide meals and shelter by visiting redcross.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS OR text HURRICANES to 90999.
The Neenah Police Department is working with N&M Transfer Co., Inc., and Pick ‘n Save to help bring water and nonperishable items to the victims of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina. On October 16, 2024, N&M Transfer will park a semi-trailer at Pick n’ Save (Green Bay Road location) in the City of Neenah.
Volunteers will be available to collect non perishable items. Here’s a list of the most needed items, (no clothing please).
Food & Water
- Bottled water
- Shelf stable foods – can also include breakfast bars, protein bars, healthy snacks, etc.
- Canned foods (pop-top cans preferred, not requiring a can opener)
- Sports drinks – powdered packets
- Hydration packs – powdered form
- Dog/Cat food
Toiletries
- Feminine hygiene products
- Toothbrushes
- Toothpaste
- Deodorant
- Shampoo/Conditioner
- Soap/body wash
- Combs & brushes
- Antibacterial soaps
- Wipes (body & hand)
- Bug spray
- Sunscreen
- Hand sanitizer
- Adult diapers & incontinence products
- Eye drops
- First Aid supplies
- Other hygiene products
Baby Products
- Diapers – all sizes
- Baby wipes
- Baby and toddler food
- Ready to use baby formula (not powder)
Paper Products
- Toilet paper
- Tissues
- Paper towels
- Paper plates
On a local front, six firefighters with the Appleton Fire Department joined the Wisconsin Task Force 1 team to assist with search and rescue efforts in North Carolina in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
There are also a few local businesses looking to help. Here’s what we’ve found so far, if you’re looking to support those efforts.
