One year after Hurricane Helene devastated parts of Virginia and North Carolina, communities are still rebuilding with the help of dedicated volunteers, like well known Virginia based organization Mercy Chefs.
Helene was the deadliest hurricane to hit the U.S. since Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Mercy Chefs has maintained a continuous presence in affected areas in North Carolina, since the Helene made landfall.
“After our initial 39 days serving with Hurricane Helene, we didn’t stop and go home. No, we found a kitchen that we were able to work out still full time, where we’re producing 7,000 to 8,000 meals a week, and that is for those who are still, you know, helping out in rebuilding this area,” said Molly MacDonald, volunteer manager for Mercy Chefs…