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The clinic on East Parker Road experienced a loss of hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of medication during the Hurricane Helene-related outages. Although 90% of the medications were ultimately recouped, the event underscored the need for reliable backup power.

Good Samaritan Clinic determined it could install a Generac generator for $27,200. The Burke County Community Foundation contributed $10,000, and on April 9, Burke County United Way presented a check for $17,200 to cover the remainder of the project. The United Way dollars were donated by individuals across the region to the organization’s Hurricane Relief Fund.

“This is exactly the kind of impact we envisioned when launching the Hurricane Relief Fund,� said Maureen “Mo� Schwind, executive director at Burke County United Way. “We are deeply grateful to every donor who contributed. Your generosity has made it possible to protect the health and well-being of some of our most vulnerable neighbors.�

The new generator will provide continuous power to the Clinic’s storage systems, ensuring that life-saving medications are preserved, even in the face of severe weather events.

“We are incredibly grateful for this generous support from our community partners,� said Amy Eades Fisher, executive director of Good Samaritan Clinic. “With this funding, we can ensure that our doors stay open and our medicines stay safe, no matter the weather. This investment strengthens our ability to serve our community with dignity, consistency and care.�

Burke County residents (those with established residency at the time of the hurricane) may apply for hurricane relief assistance at . This application, which is provided in English and in Spanish, is intended for unmet needs. It is not available for reimbursement of past expense.

For more information about Burke County United Way or to learn how you can support our mission, visit .