Operation Airdrop is an organization that delivers essential reach those affected by disasters, when traditional ground transportation is impossible or delayed.
Operation Airdrop, by the numbers:
- 13 disaster relief missions
- 1,000+ flights operated during the missions
- 650,000+ pounds of supply donations transported
- 3,000+ volunteers across the U.S. and Canada
Their new focus is Western North Carolina, which has been devastated by the flooding and landslides caused by Hurricane Helene. Entire communities have been isolated, due to roads being washed away, and they are in need of supplies as they await repairs to the infrastructure.
Please follow Operation Airdrop on Facebook for updates.
Helping Hurricane Helene Communities
Operation Airdrop has created a landing page for Operation Helene. The mission focuses on delivering essential supplies, hot meals and support to the communities affected by the storm.
There are several ways you can help.
Fly with Operation Helene
If you are a pilot who has access to an aircraft, you can fly with Operation Airdrop to deliver supplies. Register.
Be a ground volunteer
The staging location and airport will be announced soon. You can volunteer to help at the staging area. Register.
Donate supplies
The staging area has been announced. It will be at Concord Regional Airport. Drop off supplies at the Walmart “near the airport,” which we take to be the one at 5825 Thunder Road NW, Concord, NC. So if you’re reading this from the Triangle region, you might want to make a monetary donation instead, or find another opportunity to donate supplies to an airdrop.
Make sure to check the Operation Helene home page for updates to this list!
Accepted items:
- Sports drinks (powdered packets)
- Hydration packs (powder form)
- Baby wipes
- Diapers (children and adults)
- Baby formula
- Bug spray
- Sunscreen
- Plastic utensils
- Manual can openers
- Trash bags (13 gallon or contractor bags)
- Non-perishable foods
- Cleaning supplies
- Plastic sheeting/tarps
- Toothbrushes
- Toothpaste
- Toiletries/sanitation items
- Pet food (dog and cat)
- Hand sanitizer
- Sanitizer wipes
- Feminine hygiene products
- Heavy duty work gloves
- Socks (all sizes, unopened)
These items can not be accepted:
- Used clothes
- Water (due to weight)
- HAZMAT
- Most chemicals (including bleach)
- Fuel
- Flammable items
Monetary Donations
Monetary donations are very important, as they allow the organization to purchase whatever they need. Donate here.
