Support Jim and Allie Bourdy recover after Hurricane Helene

Dear friends, family and community.

For those who do not know me, I am Amanda Bourdy. I am Jim and Allie's sister-in-law in NJ. Jim Bourdy gave me permission to post this.

For those who do not know yet, Jim and Allie Bourdy sustained unimaginable loss today. Hurricane Helene hit North Carolina, causing massive, devastating destruction. No one could imagine this would happen. North Carolina has not seen this level of flooding in over 100 years.

Jim, Allie, and Piper attempted to leave early this morning and were surrounded by 3-4 feet of water. Left with no other choice, they had to return home. The flood became so bad they had to use workout foam blocks as flotation devices and were able to make it to a neighbor's roof where they waited for help. All the while, waters continued to rise, reaching just under the gutters of the roof they were on! I can not imagine the fear they were experienced. Thankfully, a kayaker was able to get Jim, Allie, Piper, and the neighbor to safety, one by one.

Jim and Allie lost everything. The contents of the home they loved, 2 cars, and every irreplaceable possession they owned! (The full extent of the damage is still to be assessed). They escaped with only the clothes on their backs, but thankfully they are all safe! They will need help rebuilding their lives. For all that know Jim and Allie, you know what an amazing couple they are. They are always helping others out, always a ray of light! Lets make this horrible experience into something a little less horrible.

Please let's help them. If you are able to donate even $1, anything will be greatly appreciated! Even if you are unable to donate, please share! Any money collected will go to Jim, Allie and Piper Bourdy to help finance whatever they will need. From getting personal care items, clothen, repair whatever damage to their home (if repairable) or whatever they feel they will need to start this hard new chapter of rebuilding their life.

Thank you!