GoFundMe is currently highlighting several fundraisers for Hurricane Helen recovery efforts led by Asian American organizers.
AAPI Coalition in the Carolinas donates $22,000
A coalition of AANHPI organizations in North Carolina and South Carolina raised money to help recovery efforts in both states. The effort was spearheaded by the Carolinas AAPI Business Alliance but includes several other organizations. The coalition raised $22,000 to be sent to Samaritan’s Purse, headquartered in Boone, NC.
Fundraising is currently closed.
Chinese American Friendship Association raises money for Western North Carolina
The Chinese American Friendship Association is raising money and collecting essential supplies to assist with recovery efforts in Western North Carolina.
“We are collecting daily supplies such as food, water, and other essential items to provide immediate relief, alongside financial contributions,” the organization wrote on its GoFundMe page, where it has raised over $59,000.
You can donate here.
Help rebuild a Filipino food truck
The owners of the Master BBQ truck, a Filipino food truck in Ashville, North Carolina, are raising money to help rebuild their truck as well as support their workers.
“Cooking has always been my passion. For more than 20 years, both in the Philippines and here in the US, I have poured my heart into it,” Paul Pike, co-owner of the Master BBQ truck, wrote on the GoFundMe page. “I started Master BBQ with my wife, Julia, and together we turned our dream into reality through pop-ups at different breweries in Asheville. The support we received from these breweries, along with the incredible community, made this journey possible.”
“Our team, who depends on the truck for their livelihood, is now left without income, and our truck requires significant repairs. After only being in business for 7 months, this setback feels indescribable,” he added.
So, far the page has raised $10,000 of its $50,000 goal. You can donate here.
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