Gear Up For Good - Helping WNC Recover

Hurricane Helene Devastation

We are deeply devastated by the destruction Hurricane Helene has caused in Western North Carolina and beyond. The communities we’ve grown alongside, the beautiful landscapes we’ve explored, and the people who call these regions home are all facing unimaginable loss.

Watching Hurricane Helene’s path of destruction unfold has been heartbreaking. Homes have been destroyed, businesses uprooted, and countless families have been displaced. Our thoughts are with those who have lost so much during this time of crisis.

We are Tsuga, born in Boone, perfected in Pisgah. These mountains are our home, and we are ready to do what we can to help restore the house that built us. We are donating 100% of our proceeds from the Warehouse to local charitable organizations actively working on the ground to provide immediate aid, rebuild homes, and help restore destroyed communities. Find out how you can help more below.

Local organizations and businesses that need your help:

A nonprofit that started just one day after the storm, SRS is constantly seeking donations and stock piling their facility for folks in effected areas.

Since its founding, Stateline Resource Station has become a beacon of hope for many, offering not just immediate aid, but also fostering resilience and recovery as communities work to rebuild their lives. Whether through providing basic needs or facilitating long-term recovery plans, Stateline Resource Station remains dedicated to supporting the people of Western North Carolina in their time of need.

Rockgeist Bikepack USA is a bikepacking gear company based in Asheville, North Carolina, specializing in custom framebags and ultralight bikepacking gear for multi-day backcountry adventures.

Our friends at Rockgeist experienced heavy loss when Helene flooded their manufacturing facility in WNC.

BeLoved Asheville is a grassroots organization focused on building community and providing essential services to people living on the margins of society. Founded in 2009, they address issues like homelessness, poverty, and racial injustice through a variety of initiatives aimed at fostering connection, equity, and opportunity.

This organization is located in Asheville, NC where they are dedicating every resource to those most affected by this disaster.

Other ways you can help out:

If you're looking to donate your time, check out these local organizations and businesses that are always seeking volunteers:

A nonprofit that started the day after Helene hit, SRS is the largest and comprehensive relief hub still operating and serving thousands everyday.
Established in 1995, the CCC was formed to protect climbing and recreation areas in WNC. They have mobilized their staff and volunteers to help with boots on the ground efforts.
Feed All Regardless of Means, is a nonprofit cafe that operates with a 90% volunteer staff. Their mission is to build a healthy and inclusive community by providing high quality & delicious meals produced from local sources, served in a restaurant where everybody eats, regardless of means.
The mission of Hospitality House has been to rebuild lives and strengthen community by providing a safe, nurturing, healthy environment in which individuals and families experiencing homelessness and poverty-related crises are equipped to become self-sufficient and productive.

Thank you

This disaster has reminded us of the fragility of the places we love and the importance of community in times of crisis. As we move forward, we are committed to doing everything we can to aid in the recovery and to stand with those affected by Hurricane Helene.