Our Holiday Fundraiser for Hurricane Survivors offers a meaningful way to support Western NC families impacted by Hurricane Helene.

In partnership with Grateful Village, Chances for Children Carolinas is hosting a holiday fundraiser November 22-24 to raise funds for Hurricane Survivors. At this unique event, communities from across the country will be donating like new and new giftable items that our community has asked for.  A pop-up store will be set up at the Fairview Community Center where our community can shop for themselves and their loved ones this holiday season in a dignified way.  The items will be offered for AMAZING prices and 100% of the purchase price will go directly to local families here in WNC.  The event will feature local vendors and the perfect amount of holiday cheer that we all need after what we have endured.

If you would like to purchase a shopping voucher to allow a family to shop the event for free, you will be doubling your gift!! Someone shops and the money you have spent goes right back into a families ability to afford housing, rent, utilities, food and peace!

SEE DETAILS BELOW

🛍️ Shopping Dates and Times

• Thursday, November 21
  • Special Charity Presale: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
  • (Vouchers provided by local nonprofits for families in need)
• Friday, November 22
  • Open to the Public: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
• Saturday, November 23
  • Open to the Public: 10 AM – 5 PM
• Sunday, November 24
  • Open to the Public: 11 AM – 3 PM

🎁 Donation Guidelines

While there will be some high-quality, like-new items at the sale, we ask that any donations moving forward be new, gift-quality items. Items don’t need tags but should be in perfect, giftable condition.  We will be accepting donations of new, giftable items Monday (11/18), Tuesday (11/19), Wednesday (11/20) from 11AM-2PM.

• Clothing & Accessories for ALL AGES for Fall/Winter: Must be clean, hung on hangers, and sorted by size and gender if possible.
• Toys, Decor & Small Gift Items: Organized by type prior to arrival.
• No Need for Tagging: Our team will handle all tagging on-site.
• We are NOT accepting Summer clothing at this time.

🙋 Volunteer or Donate

Volunteer at the Holiday Fundraiser Event or donate new items! Let us know you can help by  completing this form:  Holiday Give Back Volunteer Form. Your support helps us plan and ensure this event is a success for all involved. If your organization or business would like to partner with us in any way, please reach out – we’d love to connect!  We will be accepting donations of new, giftable items Monday (11/18), Tuesday (11/19), Wednesday (11/20) from 11AM-2PM.

To Volunteer:

• Help with setup, tagging, organizing, managing the gift wrap station, monitoring entry, and checkout.
• Have other talents? Let us know – we’re looking for help with music, photography, and other special roles to make this event unforgettable!

🎟️ Give the Gift of Support: $25 Shopping Vouchers

Looking for a meaningful way to support families impacted by Hurricane Helene? You can purchase $25 shopping vouchers to give as gifts or donate to families in need. These vouchers allow recipients to shop for new, high-quality items at our holiday market, providing essentials and holiday gifts with dignity.

• To Purchase Vouchers: Click here to purchase a $25 voucher. You can share this opportunity with friends and family who may want to help, even if they’re outside Western North Carolina.
• To Apply for a Voucher: Families affected by Hurricane Helene can apply for a shopping voucher here. These vouchers are also to be distributed through local nonprofits and churches, ensuring they reach those who need them most.

Every voucher purchased goes directly to support families, making a lasting difference this holiday season. Thank you for helping us give twice—the joy of shopping for families and essential funding for ongoing hurricane relief.

🌍 Our Vision for Community Support

After Hurricane Helene, the needs of our community are ongoing, and this holiday fundraiser is part of our long-term commitment to support Western North Carolina. We hope to create a model that can be replicated in future disasters, bringing communities together to lift each other up.

Unsold items will stock our new Free Bee Mobile Trailer – a pop-up store that will visit the hardest-hit areas to provide free shopping. This initiative, generously supported by a consignment sale owner in Mooresville, NC, will ensure that families in need receive high-quality items with dignity as they rebuild their lives.

🌟 A Message of Gratitude

We couldn’t be more grateful for the incredible outpouring of love and support for our region. A special thanks to the consignment sale owners who have stepped up to help us plan and execute this event – your dedication means the world to us and to the families who will benefit.