01/10/2024
In response to the devastating impacts of Hurricane Helene in western North Carolina, Johnston County, along with the Sheriff's Office and Johnston County Emergency Services, is hosting a week-long donation drive to support our neighbors in need. Johnston County residents have always stepped up to lend a helping hand to our fellow North Carolinians. This week, we're inviting our residents to come together, once again, to contribute new, unused, and non-perishable items to donate to our friends out west.
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Items we are collecting include, but are not limited to:
🟢 bottled water
🟢 non-perishable food
🟢 paper products
🟢 plastic utensils
🟢 sanitary wipes
🟢 cleaning supplies
🟢 hygiene products (toothpaste, soap, shampoo, etc.)
🟢 diapers
🟢 baby wipes
🟢 sports drinks
🟢 hydration powder packs
🟢 bug spray
🟢 manual can openers
🟢 trash bags
🟢 heavy duty work gloves
🟢 pet food
🟢 new, unused blankets
At this time WE CAN NOT ACCEPT CLOTHING DONATIONS OF ANY KIND.
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Donations can be dropped off at the Johnston County Sheriff's Office beginning tomorrow, Monday, September 30 from 1:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. A drive-thru donation line will be set up to make the process quick and easy for residents. The Sheriff's Office will continue to accept donations throughout the week, Tuesday-Friday, from 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. The Sheriff's Office is located at 2875 U.S. Hwy. 70 Business East, Smithfield, N.C. 27577 (beside John Deere). Signs will be visible to help direct motorists to the correct drop-off point.
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In addition to physical donations, cash and checks are also welcome. Please make checks payable to:
County of Johnston
Relief Fund
P.O. Box 1049
Smithfield, N.C. 27577
Please put "Western NC/Helene" in the memo line. All funds will be collected and donated directly to emergency relief efforts in western North Carolina.
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By coming together we can extend a helping hand to our fellow North Carolinians as they begin the recovery process. Your kindness and generosity will go a long way in helping those who need it most. For more information, contact the Johnston County Sheriff's Office at 919-989-5010. Thank you for your support.