Triangle organizations work to support relief operations in western NC
There are several triangle organizations being deployed to the hardest-hit areas to bring food, water, medical supplies and much needed hope.
From small businesses to nonprofits, there's an immense outpouring of support for people of western North Carolina.
Major highways were washed out, homes were uprooted, and displaced residents are left in despair.
"So one of the things that's really core to our values and something that my parents instilled is any community that we do business in, it's really important for us to give back," said LM Restaurants president Amber Moshakos.
LM Restaurant Group raised $25,000 in one day for the American red cross at all of its restaurants, including in places like the Carolina Ale House and the soon-to-open Birdie's. The owner matched customer donations dollar-for-dollar, and is going to keep the fundraiser going with the goal of hitting $50,000.
"This is our calling. How do we help nourish and take care of others?" said Moshakos.
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