Join US in supporting WEST Yancey Fire DEPARTMENT

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 We want to extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who supported the West Yancey Fire Department’s Hurricane Helene relief efforts. Thanks to your generosity, we have raised over $14,000 to help Burnsville and the surrounding areas recover from the storm.

Your donations—both monetary and non-monetary—have made a significant impact, directly supporting lifesaving efforts and providing crucial aid to those in need. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who came together to help our community during this unprecedented time.

We’ve posted a photo of the fire department receiving the donation
https://www.facebook.com/helpburnsville.org/

Please take a moment to check it out and know that your kindness is deeply appreciated by the firefighters and the entire community.

Thank you for your compassion, your support, and for truly making a difference. Together, we are stronger!

Thank You to Our Generous Donors 

Anonymous (Anonymous)

Mac T. (Anonymous)

Jennifer Kueffer

Steve Patton
Anthony Vasilakis
Andrea K. Yust
Renee Genther
Kim Love
Daniel McCurry
Anne R. (Anonymous)
Luz Carvajal
Bryan Raborn
Susan Granados
Cassandra Childs
Russell Hamlet
María Dabrowski
Cora Fitch
Daniel R. (Anonymous)
Sotir Christopher
Emma Little
Deborah Lanier
Sally R. (Anonymous)
Eric Sedler
Deborah Rudolph
Jan S. (Anonymous)
Nancy Hadley
Steve Laughrun
Cynthia Dedmon
Karen Shelton
Sean Sears
Patrick Kunes
Ralph G. (Anonymous)
Tonya Elstein
Michael S. C. (Anonymous)
A Joni Sentman
Anthony Bleyer
Ashley Ballard
Mary Mainguy
Jennifer Sabourin
Peggy McQuade
Kathleen Durham
Dorie Finnerman
Nick Carbone
Laura M. (Anonymous)
Jeff Ramsey
Andy Schlueter
Lisa Beculheimer
Ginny Myers
Donna Dant
Christopher G. Culberson (In Memory of Charlotte Thompson and her family as they try to rebuild)
David Allgood
Vicki Carlie
S. Preston Duncan
Benjamin W. (Anonymous)
Christine H.
Debra Carlen
Beth Archer
Janice Dzickowski
Lisa B. (Anonymous)
Claudine Robinson
Kyle Brett
Jonathan Silvers
Mary Robinson
William Duncan
Rodney Grindstaff (In Memory of Rodger Grindstaff of Green Mountain and Avin Ledford of the Little Creek Community)
James F. (Anonymous)
Kelly K. (Anonymous)
Charlene S. Flanter
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Special Memorial Donations:

Christopher G. Culberson – In memory of Charlotte Thompson and her family as they try to rebuild. Thank you all for your efforts.

Rodney Grindstaff – In memory of Rodger Grindstaff of Green Mountain and Avin Ledford of the Little Creek Community.
"God Bless you and the Yancy County community among all my relatives on Dad's side of the family. And, for my friend Avin Ledford, cut off in the Little Creek Community. Can't wait to hear from him. Be Safe and my continuing prayers and support are with you!"
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*Charlotte Thompson
*Rodger Grindstaff
*Avin Ledford
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A Special Thank You to Brandi Buckner Young, Stormy Riddle Chandler & Caroline B. Boera

We would like to offer our heartfelt thanks to Brandi Buckner Young, Stormy Riddle Chandler and Caroline Brook Boera for their combined tireless efforts and invaluable contributions to our community during the recovery from Hurricane Helene.

Together, Brandi, Stormy and Caroline played a pivotal role in coordinating life-saving donation efforts, organizing crucial support, and ensuring that the community received the aid it so desperately needed. Their unwavering dedication and selflessness made a huge impact during this challenging time.

Their hard work, compassion, and leadership have truly been a lifeline for Burnsville and the surrounding areas.
We are incredibly grateful for their collective efforts in helping to rebuild and recover.
Thank you, Brandi, Stormy and Caroline, for everything you’ve done for our community!
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West Yancey Volunteer Fire Department - Burnsville, NC

Our Hero Award goes to the West Yancey Fire Department Volunteers

We are proud to present a Hero Award to the West Yancey Fire Department Volunteers for their extraordinary efforts during Hurricane Helene. Their tireless commitment to lifesaving efforts, bravery in the face of disaster, and the sacrifices they made for the safety and well-being of our community are nothing short of heroic.

Throughout the storm and the challenging recovery period, these dedicated individuals went above and beyond, putting the needs of others first while ensuring that the most vulnerable in our community were supported. Their selflessness and unwavering devotion have made an immeasurable impact on Burnsville and the surrounding areas.

We are deeply grateful for everything the West Yancey Fire Department has done, and it is an honor to recognize them for their incredible service. Thank you for being true heroes!