Biltmore Estate pledges $2 million to Hurricane Helene relief

ASHEVILLE, N.C. — On Monday night, the Biltmore Estate and its family owners announced they are launching the Biltmore Relief Fund for Western North Carolina to help victims of Hurricane Helene.

As part of the launch, the estate has pledged $2 million in “immediate localized Helene relief alongside additional resource commitments and employee crisis support,” according to a release.

The Biltmore Estate is still closed after the storm caused structural damage as well as impacts to the technology infrastructure, power and water supply to the building.

“Western North Carolina has been our family’s home for more than 125 years, and we are devastated to see Helene’s impact on our region,” said Biltmore President and CEO Bill Cecil Jr. “We remain committed to supporting our employees and neighbors in the aftermath of this unprecedented storm and the long-term recovery efforts. Now more than ever, we must work together to stabilize and rebuild this community.”

According to the estate, the funds will be directed to non-profit organizations for distribution in the western North Carolina community.

If you have been affected by Helene, here’s a list of helpful resources.

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