Samaritan’s Purse, a humanitarian aid ministry, continues its relief efforts for victims of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina. Edward Graham, COO of Samaritan’s Purse, stresses the importance of prayer in the aftermath of storms like Helene and Milton. The organization has conducted the largest civilian airlift operation in U.S. history, delivering emergency supplies to those affected by the hurricane. Graham, along with his family, is based in Boone, North Carolina, where they were directly impacted by the storm. Part of their efforts include providing generators and heaters to residents as temperatures drop.
Hurricane Helene, which made landfall in Florida on September 26, is the second deadliest storm to hit the U.S. mainland since 2000. There have been 95 verified storm-fatalities in North Carolina, with 42 in Buncombe County alone. Despite the upcoming presidential election diverting national attention, Graham emphasizes the importance of local support and volunteerism. Samaritan’s Purse is encouraging people to pray for those affected and to consider volunteering for long-term relief efforts.
Samaritan’s Purse conducts relief missions using an airfield in Boone, North Carolina, with the majority of their efforts focused on assisting those impacted by Hurricane Helene. The organization credits the success of their relief operations to the collaborative efforts of various groups and individuals, giving glory to God for the work being done. They are dedicated to providing ongoing support to affected communities and urge volunteers to continue stepping up, especially during the upcoming holiday season when the need for assistance remains high.
Through the work of Samaritan’s Purse, volunteers are providing aid to victims of Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton in several states including North Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia, and Florida. The organization is focused on meeting the immediate needs of those affected by the storms, as well as planning for long-term recovery efforts. Volunteers are encouraged to support the ongoing relief work, showing compassion and solidarity with those facing challenging circumstances in the aftermath of the hurricanes.
As Samaritan’s Purse continues its relief efforts, the organization is dedicated to providing assistance to individuals and communities affected by hurricanes Helene and Milton. Edward Graham, along with his family, is actively involved in the relief work, recognizing the importance of prayer and ongoing support for those impacted by the storms. Samaritan’s Purse is committed to serving those in need, both in the immediate aftermath of disasters and in the long-term recovery process. Volunteers are essential in ensuring the success of these efforts, and they are encouraged to contribute their time and resources to help those affected by the hurricanes.
