Country music icons such as Dolly Parton, Morgan Wallen and Eric Church have pledged their support to those affected by Hurricane Helen and are helping with relief efforts.
Country music star Parton announced Friday that she is donating $1 million to Hurricane Helen relief efforts. Country music star Dollywood added $1 million to the relief fund and donated it to the Mountain Way Foundation.
On Friday, Walmart CEO John Furner joined the musicians as the company set up resources across affected states to provide showers and other supplies to Americans evacuated by Hurricane Helen. I explained the reason.
Dolly Parton donated $1 million to Hurricane Helen relief efforts. (Walmart)
“I'm happy to be here,” Parton said at a news conference. “And I think a lot of people are wondering where I was. Everyone's like, 'Where's Dolly? To do this.'
Morgan Wallen donates to Hurricane Helen relief efforts, says family feels 'safe' amid devastating floods
Warren donated $500,000 through the Red Cross. morgan warren foundation. Donations will be used to support those affected by Hurricane Helen.
Morgan Wallen donated $500,000 to the Hurricane Helen Relief Fund. (Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images, iHeartRadio)
Red Cross National Humanitarian Service Chairman Trevor Riggin said, “The generosity of $500,000 touches the heart of Morgan Wallen and local support in areas affected by Hurricane Helen, including his beloved East Tennessee. I cannot thank you enough for your donation.” statement.
The “Last Night” singer grew up in Tennessee and graduated from Gibbs High School in Knox County. In an Instagram Story posted on September 29, Warren shared an update on her family's safety and sent her “prayer” to those less fortunate.
Dolly Parton, Morgan Wallen, and Miranda Lambert have all donated money to help victims of Hurricane Helen. (Getty Images)
“My family in East Tennessee is safe, but I know many others there and across multiple states are completely devastated. All my prayers tonight are for those people. ,” Warren wrote. “That hill, that mountain for crying out loud, means so much to me in so many ways. It takes a tremendous amount of effort, but I stay in touch with my team and others, I'm looking for ways to help.”
“That hill, that mountain for crying out loud, means so much to me in so many ways. It takes a tremendous amount of effort, but I stay in touch with my team and others, I'm looking for ways to help.”
On Friday, the Morgan Warren Foundation and Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee announced the HELP campaign to raise money and collect food for Hurricane Helen victims in East Tennessee and western North Carolina.
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A food and water drive is planned for Oct. 9 in Knoxville, where volunteers will be packing disaster relief boxes for victims.
Warren is also creating “HELP” T-shirts, with 100% of the artist's proceeds going to the Morgan Wallen Foundation, a Hurricane Helen relief fund, the country music star announced on Instagram Friday. I shared it.
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Scotty McCreary was a guest on “America's Newsroom” Thursday to raise awareness about the impact of Hurricane Helen on his home state of North Carolina.
“That's not good. I have lifelong friends there. My wife and I got engaged and married there. We named our son after Avery County. As we're seeing on the news, it's even worse. It's like nothing I've ever seen before,'' McCreary told hosts Dana Perino and Bill Hemmer.
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Eric Church announced that he will transfer all publishing royalties from his new song “Darkest Hour” to his family. Based in North Carolina in response to Hurricane Helen, according to a press release obtained by Fox News Digital Friday.
“So many places were affected, from western North Carolina, eastern Tennessee, northern South Carolina, parts of Georgia, and even Florida, which was hit hard,” Church said in the release. “Especially where I come from, the mountains of western North Carolina were destroyed. There are places that are gone in the Bible. They are our family, they are our friends, they are our neighbors. ”I urgently need help.
Eric Church has announced that all royalties from the publication of his new song “Darkest Hour'' will be sent to victims of Hurricane Helen in North Carolina. (Getty Images)
“I've been in the studio for a while, trying some different things and exploring my creativity,” he continued. “There was this song that I wrote, and the line that stuck out to me in light of the recent tragedy was 'I'm going to run,' because there are so many people who are going through their darkest times right now. And we need people to step up to the plate.
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“I had intended to wait until next year to release music, but I didn't feel it was appropriate to wait for this song,” he added. “Sometimes I let the song have its moment, and sometimes the song finds its own moment.”
Church said the song was the “best way” he could think of to help those in need.
Eric Church said his song “Darkest Hour” is dedicated to “the unsung heroes, the people who show up when the world is falling apart.” (Getty Images)
“We have supported operations on the ground and this will outlast just the immediate recovery,” he said. “This isn't a quick fix, so I hope 'Darkest Hour' can contribute to that problem for a long time to come. This song will now and forever remain in my hometown of North Carolina.”
According to Church, the song is dedicated to “the unsung heroes, the people who show up when the world is falling apart.”
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“This is for those who show up in the toughest of times, lend a helping hand when it's most needed, and stand tall when others can't,” he continued. “Even in the darkest of times, they come running. In the darkest of nights, this is for those who carry the light, guide the lost, and pull us along.”
“Especially, the message of this song is, hurricane helen “And in the broader picture, it's every difficult time we go through in our lives, and we all go through it,” he concluded. There are people who will rush to help you, and people who will help you. I also think it's important to be one of the people who rush to help others when they need help. ”
In a video message posted to YouTube on Friday, Church also called on his fans and followers to “get as much information as possible” about the tragedy and to support the church in any way they can, including making donations. Ta. chief cares The foundation directs all of its philanthropic efforts to communities directly affected by the destruction.
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Luke Combs is also taking action to help victims of Hurricane Helen. On September 28, Combs took to X (formerly Twitter) to share a message of support for those affected.
“This is truly heartbreaking for everyone affected by Hurricane Helen,” Combs began.
“Especially the people of Western North Carolina. Me and my team have made several calls and I think we're really exceptionally prepared to help the Carolinas in any way we can. More details coming soon.” I'll let you know.”
Luke Combs said he has “something really special” in store for the people of North and South Carolina. (Wyatt/Wire Image)
miranda lambert and girlfriend Matt Nation Foundation We are making sure the animals affected by Hurricane Helen are taken care of.
On October 2, Lambert shared on social media that she and MuttNation had donated $100,000 to relief efforts.
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“My heart breaks for the people and pets affected by Hurricane Helen. So many people ask me how they can help in situations like this. We have already helped over 100,000 people. We are offering close to a dollar amount for support. @muttnation-@tractorssupply Relief to the Rescue Fund,” the caption reads.
Miranda Lambert's MuttNation Foundation has donated $100,000 to the Tractor Supply Relief Fund to help animals displaced by Hurricane Helen. (Rich Polk/Penske Media via Getty Images)
HGTV star Ben Napier uploaded to instagram Last week, we shared our connections to the areas in North Carolina and Tennessee that were worst hit by Hurricane Helen.
“As a child, the Smoky Mountains of western North Carolina and eastern Tennessee were heaven for my brothers and I. The first vacation I remember was in this part of our great country. @lakejunaluska I went to a church camp. “I continued to serve as a youth pastor every summer,” the caption began.
“This place is part of me and @erinapier's love story.”
Ben Napier said his “love story” with Erin Napier began in the aftermath of Hurricane Helen. (Gary Gershoff/Getty Images)
He also shared links with several organizations including: mana food bank, Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministryand mountain projectif his fans would like to make a donation.
Matthew Morrison, star of “Glee” uploaded to instagram He shared that in 2022, he and his family moved to Asheville, North Carolina, one of the areas hit hard by Hurricane Helen.
“It was a time when I was going through deep personal and professional turmoil, and somehow the city, the mountains, the art, the people supported me and at a time when everything felt like It gave me peace of mind. I can honestly say that Asheville saved me,” Morrison's caption continued.
Homes damaged by Hurricane Helen Oct. 2 in Chimney Rock Village, North Carolina (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)
“After several days of silence, my mother finally contacted me. At that time, I was paralyzed with fear of not knowing anything. It's not just property and roads, it's life. River lost everything. My heart breaks for the artists in the Arts District.''Almost every gallery, every studio has lost their life's work and passion. ”
Prime Minister Scott Morrison called on colleagues to “step up and work together to raise awareness” for the victims of Hurricane Helen.
“The school was destroyed. Children will not be able to go to school for months. A close friend told me that she was afraid to break the news to her children that the teacher did not survive. “How do I find the words to say that?” he wrote. “I just keep breathing in… keep breathing out… trying to process it all. Asheville gave me so much when I needed it the most, and now I'm trying to give back.” We feel wanted, and I hope that people, especially artists, feel that way when they hear this.'' People all over the world are stepping up to make this happen and realize that Asheville needs us. It will help improve it. ”
Prime Minister Matthew Morrison has urged colleagues to “step up” and support victims of Hurricane Helen. (FOX Image Collection via Getty Images)
According to fox weatherthe death toll rose to 230, nearly half of them in North Carolina. The hurricane first made landfall on Florida's Gulf Coast and continued to cause damage throughout the Southeast.
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Search and rescue efforts continue in areas of western North Carolina where devastating flooding has destroyed and isolated hundreds of roads and bridges.
Fox News Digital's Lauryn Overhultz, Lori Bashian and Christina Dugan Ramirez contributed to this report.
