Our Story
Emerging from within our community as a response to the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene on our town, residents, and surrounding area. Recognizing the immediate and long-term needs in the wake of the storm, we established this local initiative to provide urgent relief and sustained recovery support to Marshall, NC and our neighbors. Our 501(c)(3) ensures that funds and donations flow directly into the impacted community for relief and restoration efforts.
Our Mission
​Our mission is to rebuild lives and deliver immediate relief and long-term recovery solutions for disaster victims in the aftermath of tragedy.
Our Vision
We envision a world where every disaster-affected community has the resources and local leadership to transform recovery into lasting resilience. Through sustainable solutions, Nanostead Foundation empowers communities to rebuild stronger homes, restore their land, and create thriving futures that extend far beyond initial disaster response.
We Serve
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Individuals and families displaced due to disaster damage to homes
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Individuals and families displaced due to the aftermath of disaster
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Individuals and communities with physical loss and damage to property
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Individuals and communities experiencing hardship due to direct damage to business or employment from disaster
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Individuals and communities experiencing financial hardship to business or employment due to the economic impact of disaster
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Other community members with needs that arise due to disaster or disaster aftermath
Our Values
- Resilience: Communities can withstand and recover from any storm
- Equity: All people deserve access to clean water, local healthy food, safe living conditions, secure housing, and wellness support
- Sustainability: Solutions should create a better future than existed before
- Unity: Working together gives us the best chance for surviving and thriving
- Local Leadership: Community members are best suited to direct restoration efforts
- Teamwork: Having a space to gather and a mission to rally around helps people thrive after tragedy
- Service: We commit to serving with integrity and compassion