GABCC Foundation – Hurricane Helene Recovery and Sustainability

"Enhancing the CSRA"

GABCC Foundation is committed to fostering resilience and Recovery in our community

Mission Statement

The GABCC Foundation is 501c3 dedicated to enhancing the CSRA community through innovative, effective, and equitable programming. Our mission is to foster resilience, support recovery, and drive sustainable development across our region.

Our Commitment to Rebuilding

At the GABCC Foundation, we are fully committed to helping our CSRA community rebuild better from Hurricane Helene. Our efforts are focused on providing supplemental direct support to our most vulnerable and under-resourced communities, minimizing the impact on our local economy, and preventing further loss of life.

Hurricane Helene Recovery and Sustainability

Hurricane Helene left an indelible mark on our community, but through unity and resilience, we are determined to build back stronger. Our approach to recovery is grounded in sustainability, ensuring that our efforts today create a robust foundation for tomorrow.

Recovery Resource Library

We understand the importance of having access to the right resources during times of recovery. Our Recovery Resource Library is designed to provide valuable information and support for those impacted by Hurricane Helene. Here are some key resources available:

Resource List

Questionnaire & Resources

Hurricane Helene Business Questionnaire
- Website: https://form.jotform.com/242746813438160
Senator Ossoff Hurricane Helene Resources
- Website: https://www.ossoff.senate.gov/helene/

FEMA

Hurricane Helene Updates
- Website: https://www.fema.gov/disaster/current/hurricane-helene
- Phone: 1-800-621-3362

Assistance for Housing and Other Needs
- Website: https://www.fema.gov/assistance/individual/housing
- Phone: 7-800-827-8112

SBA Office of Disaster Recovery & Resilience

Red Cross

Website: https://www.redcross.org/get-help/disaster-relief-and-recovery-services/find-an-open-shelter.html

IRS

Website: https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/tax-relief-in-disaster-situations

USDA

Website: https://www.farmers.gov/working-with-us/service-center-locator

US Chamber Disaster Help Desk

Website: https://www.uschamberfoundation.org/solutions/disaster-response-and-resiliency/disaster-quick-guides
Phone: (888)-MY-BIZ-HELP or (888)-692-4943

Georgia Emergency Management Agency

Hurricane Helene
- Website: https://gema.georgia.gov/hurricane-helene

State of Georgia Damage Assessment
- Website: https://damage-assessment-gema-soc.hub.arcgis.com/

Georgia Department of Agriculture

Website: https://agr.georgia.gov/hurricane-response-helene

Georgia Department of Labor

Website: https://dol.georgia.gov/press-releases/2024-10-01/federal-disaster-unemployment-assistance-dua-approved-eleven-georgia

Georgia SNAP Benefits

Website: https://dfcs.georgia.gov/form/food-loss-replacement-form

Columbia County Emergency Management Agency

Updates via Facebook
- Website: https://www.facebook.com/ColumbiaCtyGa/

Phone: (706) 868-3303

Richmond County Emergency Management Agency

Website: https://www.augustaga.gov/462/Emergency-Management

Volunteer Information

Richmond County: 211
Columbia County: (706) 312-7293

State of Georgia Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division

Submit Complaint: https://consumer.georgia.gov/resolve-your-dispute/how-do-i-file-complaint/consumer-complaint-form#no-back
Phone: 404-651-8600 or 1-800-869-1123 (toll-free in Georgia)

Augusta’s Contractor Accepting Sub-contractors for Hurricane Helene Debris Removal

Website: https://ceresenvironmental.com/opportunities/become-a-subcontractor/
Email: procbidandcontract@augustaga.gov
Email: DebrisContracts@augustaga.gov

South Carolina Emergency Management Division

Website: https://www.scemd.org/

South Carolina Department of Agriculture

Website: https://agriculture.sc.gov/resources/emergency-planning-and-disaster-response/

South Carolina Department of Labor

Website: https://dew.sc.gov/news/2024-10/disaster-unemployment-assistance-available-three-additional-counties-affected

South Carolina SNAP Benefits

Website: https://dss.sc.gov/assistance-programs/snap/

Aiken County Emergency Management

Updates via Facebook
- Website: https://www.facebook.com/AikenCountyEMD

Direct line: (803) 642-1623
Cleanup Hotline: 1-844-965-1386

State of South Carolina Attorney General

Submit complaint: https://www.scag.gov/price-gouging/price-gouging-reporting-form/
Email: pricegouging@scag.gov
Phone: 803-737-3953

Department of Public Health Care Line

Phone: 1-855-472-3432

Elephant in the Room Counseling Services

Website: https://eitrcounseling.com/

Georgia Power

Website: https://www.georgiapower.com/about/safety/outages-storm-center.html

Jefferson Energy Cooperative

Website: https://www.jec.coop/storm-center/dealing-with-outages/

Georgia EMC

Website: https://georgiaemc.com/page/outages

Aiken Electric Cooperative

Website: https://www.aikenco-op.org/news-room/

Dominion Energy

Website: https://scor.sc.gov/helene

Comcast Hotspot Finder

Website: https://finder.wifi.xfinity.com/

Support Our Efforts: Donate

Your generosity can make a significant difference in our community’s recovery journey. Donations to the GABCC Foundation directly fund our relief and rebuilding programs. Together, we can ensure that every member of our community receives the support they need to overcome this disaster.

Our Grant Support

We are grateful for the grants and financial support we’ve received from various organizations that believe in our mission. Here are some of the key grants awarded to the GABCC Foundation:

Business Assistance

We are dedicated to support under resourced businesses and address access to capital disparities through our loan and grant programs offerings with our various partners.

We appreciate your support!

Thank you for standing with the GABCC Foundation and the entire CSRA community. Together, we will rise, rebuild, and thrive.

Send Us A Message

Thank you for standing with the GABCC Foundation and the entire CSRA community. Together, we will rise, rebuild, and thrive.