Urgent Relief for Shakey's Staff in Asheville

My name is Claire S. I currently live on the OBX that had zero impact from the storm. - I have started this GoFundMe for the sole purpose of supporting the devastating loss the staff and owners of Shakey’s in

Downtown Asheville have faced in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.

There is currently no running or potable water for 2 weeks minimum, electric or power, internet service, and groceries are becoming scarce for the welcoming and rad people who run Shakey’s.

My friend Rachel has reached out to try and stir up any support for staff who have lost everything due to flooding. Some have had their entire homes and all their earthly possessions ripped from them during the 12 hours of Hurricane Helene, a category 4 hurricane that rampaged through Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and Western North Carolina on September 26/27, 2024. Others have lost their cars, homes permanently damaged by fallen trees and flood water, and are stranded in Asheville due to interstate and local road closures.

Parts of I-40 have been washed away, and they are traveling several hours back and forth to surrounding areas for basic necessities: gallon jugs of water, gas for generators, canned/nonperishable foods, pet food, and basic toiletries like toothpaste, toothbrushes, and sanitary needs to support showers and personal hygiene.

Your support will go directly to the staff members who have lost their homes and belongings during the storm. The staff members of Shakey’s are extremely kind and hardworking individuals, and need all the support they can get. Your donation will help fund lost wages, and countless other needs Shakey’s staff members will go without until National Support and Clean Up will begin.

This donation is urgent to keep staff members safe and supported during these extremely difficult times. It is still unclear how long Asheville will go without basic needs for survival for its residents. Your donation will be highly appreciated!

Cole Steinman, owner and operator, has been named beneficiary to distribute funds to Shakey’s employees.

with love,

C.S.