NORTH CAROLINA – Western North Carolina is still feeling the devastating impacts of Hurricane Helene. With Christmas approaching, many families still battling homelessness faced the daunting prospect of a bleak holiday season. However, thanks to your generosity, a hundred families in the region were able to experience the joy of Christmas because you sent Christmas cheer to Asheville.
With your help, Operation Blessing, set up a special Christmas village to provide families with gifts, food, and fun activities. “This Christmas season, Operation Blessing is bringing joy to Western North Carolina,” said Haley, a representative from the organization. “We want to reflect on Christ’s love, and that he brings light to even difficult situations.”
The Christmas village was a merry sight, complete with decorated trees, crafts, games, and snacks for everyone. Parents were able to shop for gifts. You ensured that no child would be left without a present on Christmas morning.
“This is a big help to us this Christmas,” said one grateful parent, Christian. “Even to get a Christmas tree, plus all the presents and the jackets and the pajamas, it’s very, very nice.”
The impact of your work was evident on the faces of the children. “Whenever I see those kids’ faces,” said Ana, a volunteer, “it makes my heart full. It makes me realize I’m around the right people. Like, this is amazing. You see those little faces, it does everything.”
For many families, the Christmas village was a lifesaver. “It was a great blessing,” said another parent. “It was a miracle. We didn’t know how we were going to buy gifts for all the kids, and so it was an incredible, incredible blessing.”
You Can Make a Difference in Asheville and Beyond
The road to recovery for these Hurricane Helene survivors continues; but with your continued support, we can ensure they don’t walk it alone. Your generosity has already made a profound impact, bringing joy, hope, and Christmas to families during this difficult time.
Now, as we continue our efforts to support the homeless in North Carolina and work towards improving their temporary housing situation, your ongoing support remains crucial. You are the reason these families can see a glimmer of hope in these dark hours. Thank you again for sending Christmas cheer to Asheville. Your generosity today can bring light, hope, and tangible support to those who need it most in the aftermath of disasters like Hurricane Helene.
