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With the goal to assist tribal citizens in need as the result of the devastation from Hurricane Helene, the Poarch Creek Indians, in collaboration with Wind Creek Hospitality, have launched a donation drive beginning Thursday, Oct. 3. to collect much-needed relief supplies.
After delivering two tractor loads of essential supplies to the Eastern Band of Cherokee and nearby North Carolina communities, the Tribe and Wind Creek Hospitality invite the public to help extend further support to those affected by the storm.
As part of the Tribe’s commitment to helping communities in times of crisis, a temporary collection center has been set up at Wind Creek Atmore at the East Parking Lot (located at 303 Poarch Rd.), where the public can donate much needed items. These items may be dropped off from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and the following supplies are needed:
- Bottled water
- Non-perishable food items
- Pet food
- Hygiene items
- Baby formula/diapers
- Cleaning supplies/wipes/bleach
- Flashlights/batteries
- Garbage bags
- Gas cans
- First-aid kits
“The images coming out of the hurricane-damaged towns are devastating,” said Tribal Chair & CEO, Stephanie A. Bryan. “We are eager to lend a hand in these rescue efforts and are also working with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians in North Carolina as they work to help those in their surrounding communities. We encourage everyone to join us in delivering hope and assistance to those who have lost so much.”
All donations will be delivered to affected areas in North Carolina, Florida, and Georgia. For more information, call or text 251-359-4054 or 251-359-0297.
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