About Project Storm Shield: WNC

When disaster strikes in Western North Carolina, Appalachian Guard's Project Storm Shield: WNC is there. We're more than just a response team; we're your neighbors, friends, and fellow community members dedicated to helping our region prepare for, respond to, and recover from whatever Mother Nature throws our way.

Our Impact in Action

In times of crisis, every second counts. Here's how Project Storm Shield: WNC makes a difference on the ground:

• Rapid Response: Our dedicated Disaster Team works around the clock to deliver life-saving supplies to communities devastated by disaster, ensuring families have access to food, clean water, and critical medical care when they need it most.

• Reaching the Unreachable: Through carefully coordinated airdrops, we reach isolated, hard-to-access areas, making sure that even those cut off by the storm receive the aid they need. No one is left behind.

• Building for the Future: We establish and continue to build supply stations and distribution hubs across the region, providing long-term support and resources where they're needed most. We're in it for the long haul, committed to helping communities not just survive, but thrive.

• Emergency Transport: When medical emergencies arise, we provide emergency transportation and vehicle recovery, helping individuals reach safety and critical care.

• Clearing the Way: Our teams work tirelessly to clear debris from blocked roads, restoring essential access to cut-off areas and reconnecting families and communities with vital resources.

• Checking In: We’ve conducted countless welfare checks, ensuring the safety and well-being of those affected by disaster, and offering a helping hand and a listening ear.

• Community Partnerships: We believe in the power of collaboration. We actively support local churches and organizations, ensuring they have the resources to serve their communities effectively.

• Volunteer Power: We mobilize dedicated volunteers who generously give their time, energy, and compassion to help us respond quickly and effectively. They are the heart of our operation, making a direct difference on the ground.

More Than Disaster Relief

Project Storm Shield: WNC is an integral part of Appalachian Guard's broader mission to empower individuals and provide support in times of need. Whether it's a natural disaster, a personal crisis, or a community challenge, we're committed to being there for Western North Carolina.