Natural disasters like hurricanes can severely impact ceramic artists, from damaged studios to lost supplies and kiln failures. We understand how devastating these events can be to both your livelihood and creative spirit. That's why we’ve compiled a list of hurricane relief resources designed specifically to help ceramic artists recover, rebuild, and return to their craft.
If you would like to personally help these individuals, here are organizations that NCECA recommends:
- For 40 years, the Craft Emergency Relief Fund (CERF+) has provided emergency relief for craft artists to prepare for, navigate, and thrive in the wake of emergencies and disasters. A dedicated partner and advocate for craft artists and the craft community, CERF+ is currently making direct grants to craft artists affected by storm damage. Learn more at this link. You can learn more about how your direct support of CERF+ can advance their comprehensive work through this link.
- The Center for Craft is reactivating the Craft Futures Fund grant program to provide emergency relief in response to Hurricane Helene, directing critical resources to the artists of North Carolina. Visit this link to donate and learn more about applying.
- The National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster maintains an online database of vetted organizations working on the ground in areas affected. Visit this link to learn more.
- The North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund is now accepting contributions for hurricane damage. Contributions help with the unmet needs of hurricane victims. Make contributions online at this secure link.
- GoFundMe maintains links to verified campaigns supporting individuals, families, and businesses and a list of nonprofit organizations at this link.
Thank you for your help in reaching out to our ceramic friends in need!
