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National, State and Local Groups Respond in Aftermath of Helene  

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Gardner-Webb Joins in Effort to Help Neighbors in Western North Carolina

BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.—As families in Western North Carolina will be dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene for months and even years to come, Gardner-Webb University is gearing up to help with local disaster relief resources.

We’ve compiled a list of efforts and resources available on campus, at the federal and state levels, in Cleveland and Rutherford counties in North Carolina and Cherokee County, S.C.

If you know of other resources, send them to [email protected]

Thank you for your prayers and support during this unprecedented event.

Gardner-Webb University is North Carolina’s recognized leader in private, Christian higher education. A Carnegie-Classified Doctoral/Professional University, GWU is home to nine colleges and schools, more than 80 undergraduate and graduate majors, and a world-class faculty. Located on a beautiful 225-acre campus in Boiling Springs, N.C., Gardner-Webb prepares graduates to impact their chosen professions, equips them with the skills to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspires them to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of others. Ignite your future at Gardner-Webb.edu.

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