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Staff report

In the wake of Hurricane Helene’s devastating impact, churches and individuals across various communities joined forces to provide much-needed relief for affected families in Asheville, North Carolina. This unified effort was spearheaded by the Unity Fellowship of Churches (UFC), a 501(c) nonprofit organization, under the leadership of Dr. John H. Grant, President, and Dr. Thurman B. Everett, Vice President.

The initiative successfully raised a total of $9,810. Of this amount, $1,000 was allocated to the West Coast Baptist Association in Orlando, Florida, which was also affected by the hurricane. The remaining $8,810 was directed to support disaster relief efforts in Asheville.

Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church of Asheville, led by Rev. Dr. J. H. Grant, expressed profound gratitude to the donors and contributing organizations. A formal letter from Rev. Dr. Grant emphasized the significance of the funds in aiding families impacted by the storm. The church highlighted that the donations were an embodiment of generosity, compassion, and faith. A detailed report on the use of the funds will be shared as expenditures unfold.

Donations were received from a wide range of contributors, including churches, individuals, and families, spanning multiple states. Among the notable contributors were:

1. Bryant Swamp Missionary Baptist Church

Rev. Dr. Thurman B. Everett, Bladenboro, NC

2. Pleasant Meadow Missionary Baptist Church

Rev. Jerry McKoy, Lumberton, NC

3. West Coast Missionary Baptist Association

Moderator Ducksworth, Orlando, FL

4. The Prevailing Church

Apostle McNair, Lumberton, NC

5. Bethel Missionary Baptist Church

Rev. Dr. R. B. Holmes, Tallahassee, FL

6. Dr. & Mrs. Thurman B. Everett

Navassa, NC

7. Larry Garrett

Charlotte, NC

8. Chandra Delain McKoy

Fairmont, NC

9. Darlyn G. Purdie

Bladenboro, NC

10. Gerald & Michele Maultsby

Bladenboro, NC

11. Rev. Emma McKellar

Lumberton, NC

12. Rev. David Lewis

Lumberton, NC

13. Minister LaToya Lucy

Elizabethtown, NC

14. Mr. & Mrs. James Singletary

Winston-Salem, NC

15. Judy Hester

Bladenboro, NC

16. Arena Everett

Leland, NC

17. Rev. Michael Jackson

Navassa, NC

18. Rev. Ethel B. Kelly

Anchorage, Alaska

19. Dr. Thomas Faulk Jr.

Georgia

20. Tom Everett Clan

Navassa, NC

21. Deacon & Deaconess Thomas Faulk Sr.

Bladenboro, NC

Additional individual donors and groups played a vital role in this collaborative effort. Each donation, regardless of size, reflected a spirit of selflessness and unity. The Unity Fellowship of Churches acknowledged the contributions with a heartfelt message, quoting Luke 6:38: Give, and it shall be given unto you, good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over.

This remarkable display of unity across communities underscores the power of collective action in times of crisis. Dr. Thurman B. Everett and the UFC family extended their blessings and gratitude to all who participated in this mission, ensuring that their generosity will leave a lasting impact on the Asheville community.

This initiative stands as a testament to the enduring strength of faith, service, and shared humanity in overcoming challenges together.