Cooler temperatures are coming to North Carolina, just as many in the western part of the state are working to rebuild what Helene destroyed.
Organizations, businesses and individuals quickly stepped up, providing monetary help, time, expertise and other supplies.
Some are requesting items such as warm clothing and blankets to prepare for fall weather.
Several readers asked us where they could drop off clothing donations specifically. Here are some places in the Raleigh and Charlotte areas that are collecting clothing donations to send to Western North Carolina.
Where to donate or drop off clothing around Charlotte
▪ A group of local volunteers are spearheading a clothing drive for storm victims called Clothed With Care . Through December, you can drop off new or gently-used clothing, shoes and essential items. Location: 3410 St Vardell Lane, Charlotte.
Where to donate or drop off clothing around Raleigh
▪ ABODE at Arringdon is collecting donations including clothing, cleaning supplies, non-perishable food and other essentials. Location: 5817 Arringdon Park Dr., Morrisville. Phone: 919-924-0458
▪ Cary VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars) is accepting donations for storm victims Western NC. Essential items, including water, non-perishable food, first aid kits and personal hygiene products, can be dropped off Mon-Thur from 4-8 p.m., Fri 4-9 p.m., Sat 3-9 p.m. and Sun 3-7 p.m. Location: 522 Reedy Creek Rd., Cary.
▪ Jessica Dillon with Caul Group Residential publicly posted on Facebook that she is collecting items to drop off in areas affected by Helene. Dropoffs accepted until noon on Wednesday, October 9. She is also taking monetary donations and will purchase supplies. Location: 201 Shannon Oaks Circle, Suite 200, Cary. Venmo: @Jessica-Dillon-29
▪ The athletic booster club for Millbrook High School , The Wildcat Club , is collecting essential items at the varsity football game vs Heritage High School Oct. 4 at 7 p.m. Donations bins will be located near the spiritwear table and main concession stand. Location: 2201 Spring Forest Rd, Raleigh.
▪ Patricia Machillanda , owner of Barbelt Apparel , is collecting clothing, towels, cleaning supplies, blankets, baby formula and other essentials to deliver to Western NC. She will receive items until Saturday, Oct. 5, during hours the Barbelt Academy is open (5-7 p.m. Friday, 9-11 a.m. Saturday). Location: 2900 Spring Forest Road, Suite 106, Raleigh.
▪ Raleigh Tide Cleaners is accepting gently used clothing to be donated to the Red Cross. Those that donate will receive $10 credit for their Tide Cleaners account to be used for a future dry cleaning and laundry order. Location: 111 Seaboard Ave ste 114, Raleigh.
▪ Salt Hair is partnering with Aura Salon to collect items to be dropped off through Monday, Oct. 7. Location: 3325 Rogers Road, Wake Forest.
▪ Savvi Tuxedos and Bridal Gowns will take donations of clothing, blankets, supplies, pet food and nonperishable items, as well as donations. Location: 6220 Glenwood Ave. Raleigh. Phone: 919-783-8911
Did we miss a local clothing drive for storm victims in need around the Charlotte or Raleigh areas? Let us know.
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