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Inspired by the tidal wave of grassroots-led relief efforts after Hurricane Helene, SOS was created with one purpose in mind: Help the Helper.

The People

Everyday heroes—volunteers, neighbors, grassroot helpers, large nonprofits, and government agencies—work tirelessly to rescue, recover, and rebuild.  Without access to centralized information, the consequences can be devastating.

Time is lost

Critical needs go unmet, leaving people stranded without help.

Resources are wasted

Supplies and manpower are misallocated or delayed.

The burden increases

Strain on local governments and emergency services grows, leading to slower recovery times and higher costs.

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Photo by: Kelly Kasper, 11/19/24, Clyde, NC. Volunteers- Jeremy Minchew, Erick Poole

The Goals

SOS gives helpers faster, smarter, and more efficient tools needed during challenging times. 

Empowering helpers

Individuals and organizations can collaborate and share resources effectively.

Connecting tools and information

Open-source data and technology streamlines relief efforts, resulting in faster response times.

Creating a knowledge base

As more information is shared, communities become better equipped to overcome obstacles and uplift people in need.

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Photo by: Bill McMannis, Wikimedia

Hurricane Helene Damage Report

$53 Billion

NC damages

4.6 Million

Lives impacted

1000+

Homeless Children, Buncombe County

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The Mission

SOS is building a resilient, interconnected community of helpers ready to act when disaster strikes—or when a neighbor simply needs a hand.

 
  • Providing donor contribution transparency.
  • Supporting grassroots-led efforts with better tools and connections.
  • Fostering a culture of collaboration.

 

Together, SOS empowers people helping others.

 

FAQ's

Who is SOS for?
People impacted by Hurricane Helene and the army of help who've been working tirelessly on the ground. Everyday heroes, neighbors, volunteers, grassroots orgs, and more
What is SOS and how does it work?
SOS is on a mission to connect every need with every resource available in the most efficient way possible. SOS is a community, that will leverage modern tech to give people the most up to date information available in order to speed up the rebuilding process.
Is SOS free?
Yes. 
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Our Values

We pledge to never sell data and to uphold the highest standards in data security. We prioritize open-source, privacy-respecting tools to ensure volunteers and organizations can respond to needs securely and efficiently.

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