In response to the growing housing crisis, a surprising group of volunteers has come to the aid of the community in western North Carolina: Amish families from Central Pennsylvania.
According to the High Country Press, members of this Amish community became aware of the devastation through a local resident who had visited the area.
Motivated to help, they contacted Andy Owens, who had established a base camp in the Meat Camp Area of Watauga County.
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Owens helped coordinate the logistics, while the Amish community provided the manpower, materials, and funding.
I tell you what, every single time I hear something new about the Amish my respect and admiration for them grows.
This was taken on Route 421 leaving Boone.
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On December 17, 62 men, women, and children from the Amish community traveled by bus, bringing with them five trailers filled with supplies, tools, and building equipment.
The Amish, who generally avoid modern technology, made an exception for this project, recognizing the critical need for housing in the region.
Upon their arrival around noon, they immediately began working. By 5 p.m. that same day, eight housing structures had been completed.
While the men and boys worked on construction, the women and girls focused on providing food and distributing pallets of toys and clothing to those in need.
Within less than two days, the group had constructed 12 fully built housing structures, which only required minor finishing touches, such as electrical work.
In addition to the homes, the Amish also donated 20 propane tanks, tools, and five pallets of supplies for local fire department rescue workers.
The total cost of the project was estimated at around $300,000, all of which was furnished by the Amish community.
NEW: About 60 Amish community members from central Pennsylvania build 12 tiny homes in Boone, North Carolina in just two days.
The men had to head back home but are coming back in January to build more.
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Andy Owens expressed his gratitude for their selfless contribution:
“The Amish do not like to draw attention to themselves and they don’t do anything for publicity. They came as volunteers to help folks who have been displaced by the hurricane. Hopefully, they left knowing they made a significant contribution to life here in the High Country.”
The Amish’s commitment to helping those in need is a powerful example of community service and dedication.
Despite their quiet lifestyle and reluctance to draw attention to their work, their actions in western North Carolina demonstrate a deep commitment to humanity.
Traveling hundreds of miles and working tirelessly for two days, these volunteers provided much-needed homes for people they will likely never meet.
This story serves as a reminder that acts of kindness and service can come from unexpected places.
The Amish, who are often the subject of jokes and misunderstandings due to their refusal to embrace modern conveniences, have proven that their dedication to their faith and community can make a tangible difference in the lives of others.
Their efforts in western North Carolina are a testament to the power of selfless action and the importance of helping those in need, no matter the distance or the challenges involved.
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