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Johnston County to Hold Donation Drive to Support Hurricane Victims in Western North Carolina


September 29, 2024

 

For Immediate Release:

 

Smithfield, NC – In response to the devastating impacts of Hurricane Helene in western North Carolina, Johnston County, along with the Sheriff's Office and Emergency Services, is hosting a week-long donation drive to support our neighbors in need. Johnston County residents have always stepped up to lend a helping hand to our fellow North Carolinians. This week, we're inviting our residents to come together, once again, to contribute new, unused, and non-perishable items to donate to our friends out west.

Items we are collecting include, but are not limited to:

  • bottled water
  • non-perishable food
  • paper products
  • plastic utensils
  • sanitary wipes
  • cleaning supplies
  • hygiene products (toothpaste, soap, shampoo, etc.)
  • diapers
  • baby wipes
  • sports drinks
  • hydration powder packs
  • bug spray
  • manual can openers
  • trash bags
  • socks (all sizes, unopened)
  • heavy duty work gloves
  • pet food

Donations can be dropped off at the Johnston County Sheriff's Office beginning tomorrow, Monday, September 30 from 1:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. A drive-thru donation line will be set up to make the process quick and easy for residents. The Sheriff's Office will continue to accept donations throughout the week, Tuesday-Friday, from 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. The Sheriff's Office is located at 2875 U.S. Hwy. 70 Business East, Smithfield, N.C. 27577. Signs will be visible to help direct motorists to the correct drop-off point. 

In addition to physical donations, cash and checks are also welcome. Please make checks payable to:

County of Johnston
Relief Fund
P.O. Box 1049
Smithfield, NC 27577

Please put "Western NC/Helene" in the memo line. All funds will be collected and donated directly to emergency relief efforts in western North Carolina.

By coming together we can extend a helping hand to our fellow North Carolinians as they begin the recovery process. Your kindness and generosity will go a long way in helping those who need it most. For more information, contact the Johnston County Sheriff's Office at 919-989-5010. Thank you for your support. 

 

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