Cocke County:
Mountain STRONG!

Emergency Relief Following Hurricane Helene.

COCKE COUNTY RESIDENTS ONLY

If you were directly impacted by the recent floods in Cocke County and need assistance, please complete this application by Friday, November 15, 2024.

How to Help

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Cocke County, Tennessee is rallying together to support those affected. From monetary donations to essential supplies, your help can make a significant difference. Whether you’re able to donate funds, drop off needed items, or provide assistance in other ways, your contributions will aid in the recovery process. Below, you’ll find key information on how you can support the relief efforts.

Additionally, if you’ve been impacted by the storm and are in need of help, you can find information about resources for residents below.

Resources for Residents

For Resources or Assistance please fill out the form and someone from the volunteer center will be in touch with you.

Disaster Unemployment

Click the link below to apply for disaster unemployment.

Monetary Donations

Cocke County Relief Fund
℅ Cocke County Partnership
115 Mulberry Street, Suite 200
Newport, TN 37821

All donations go straight to the fund setup at First Horizon Bank.

Help us support Hurricane Helene relief efforts—click the button below or scan the QR code to make your donation!

Volunteering

Click the links below to register to be a volunteer.

Food / Water

Crossroads Community Church
1190 Old Ashville Hwy
Newport, TN 37821

 

Hotlines

Assistance Hotline- (423) 930-6052 Need help? Call between the hours of 9am-4pm

Report a Missing Person – Contact the TBI Find Hotline- 1-800-824-3463 or call 911

Monetary Donation Center – (423) 720-9676

To Donate Resources (large equipment, tree & trash removal, Etc.) Please click on the form and someone from the volunteer center will be in touch with you.

water bottles on table at donation center
volunteers putting hands in circle
man working as volunteer at community center and arranging donated food and water in boxes

Latest News / Press Releases

2024-10-10:

American Job Centers to Host Unemployment Assistance Event in Cocke County

Cocke County, TN – American Job Centers will provide essential employment services at the Cocke County Partnership, located at 115 Mulberry Street, on Monday, October 21, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

This event aims to support individuals affected by Hurricane Helene who are seeking assistance with unemployment applications. Participants can find the team in the Tourism Information Center Museum on the first floor.

For more information or inquiries, please contact the Cocke County Partnership at (423) 623-7201.

Stay tuned for the latest news and updates on Hurricane Helene relief efforts in Cocke County, Tennessee. 

Statement from Senator Blackburn’s Office on Helene : https://www.blackburn.senate.gov/helene