UPdate: Flood Relief Donations – 2/23/2025
Dear Residents of Clay and Leslie Counties and Extended Friends and Family,
Our hearts are still heavy as we witness the devastating impact of the 2025 floods on our neighbors in Leslie and Clay Counties. Families have lost homes, livelihoods, and cherished belongings. But in the midst of this hardship, we have also seen an outpouring of love and generosity.
First, we want to say thank you—to those who have given, prayed, and stood by us in this time of crisis. Your kindness has already made a difference. Because of your support, Hills to Hollers Outreach Center, Inc. has received over $1,000 in donations to help those most in need. But now, we need your help once more—not to give, but to find the families who need this assistance the most.
If you or someone you know was affected by this disaster, we want to help. Hills to Hollers Outreach Center, Inc. is offering a Flood Assistance Grant of up to $250.00 per household to help with recovery expenses. This money can be used for property repairs, temporary housing, or replacing essential items lost in the flood. The process is simple, and we are here to guide you every step of the way.
How to Apply
Eligibility:
- You must be a resident of Leslie or Clay County.
- Your household must have suffered flood damage or displacement.
- Proof of residence and damage is required.
Ways to Apply:
- Visit Us in Person: Pick up an application at Hills to Hollers Outreach Center, located at 17618 S. Hwy 421, Big Creek, KY 40914, next to the Big Creek Fire Department.
- Download Online and Submit by Email: Download your application on our web page (above) and then submit it to david@hills2hollers.org.
- Contact Us for Assistance: Call Debbie at 606-524-7568 or David at 859-576-7093 to get help with your application.
- Mail Your Application: Send completed applications to Hills to Hollers Outreach Center, 17618 S. Hwy 421, Big Creek, KY 40914.
$250 cannot erase the loss, but it can help bridge the gap between despair and rebuilding. Please help us spread the word. If you know someone struggling, let them know this support is here for them. If you have been affected, reach out.
Please continue to think of this community at this time and keep them in your prayers. Your kindness, compassion, and generosity mean the world to those who are struggling to rebuild their lives.
Thank you, and may God bless you.
With gratitude,
Deborah A. Woods, Chairperson (Volunteer)– (606) 524-7568
William David Woods, Treasurer (Volunteer) – (859) 576-7093
Hills to Hollers, Inc. Outreach Center
Urgent Appeal for Flood Relief Donations – 2/16/2025
Dear Residents of Clay and Leslie Counties and Extended Friends and Family,
Our hearts are heavy as we witness the devastation caused by the recent flooding in our beloved communities. We are holding you in our prayers, especially those who have suffered the loss of their homes, belongings, and things precious to you.
We are here to help. We currently have clothing, household items, linens, and a limited supply of food available for those in need. If you or someone you know requires these essential items, please reach out to us using the contact information provided below.
However, we know that many needs extend beyond what we currently have on hand. To address this, we are launching an Emergency Flood Relief Fund through our website to help flood victims in Leslie and Clay Counties. This fund will allow us to purchase critical items and meet urgent needs that arise during this difficult time.
If you feel moved to help, please click the Donate button. Be sure to designate your gift for "Flood Victims in Leslie and Clay County."
We promise full transparency and will carefully account for how every donation is used to support those directly impacted by the flood.
Together, we can bring hope and relief to our neighbors in their time of greatest need.
Thank you for your generosity and compassion.
With gratitude,
Deborah A. Woods, Chairperson (Volunteer)– (606) 524-7568
William David Woods, Treasurer (Volunteer) – (859) 576-7093
Hills to Hollers, Inc. Outreach Center
About Us
Our volunteers
Deborah Woods: Chairperson and Board Member
Donna Carmack: Vice Chairperson and Board Member
Jada Adams: Assistant Vice Chairperson and Board Member
Maddie Woods: Secretary, Media Specialist, and Board Member
David Woods: Treasurer and Board Member
Anthony Adams: Chaplain and Board Member
Ruth A. Dome: Board Member
Lorri Terry: Board Member
Junior Bowman: Board Member
Our history
In early 2022, our founders set out on a mission to place positive influence back into the communities of Leslie and Clay, Counties. It began as a yard sale for church fundraising but soon escalated into emergency assistance for the historic flooding in Eastern Kentucky in the summer of 2022. We received overwhelming donations from numerous community members, local organizations, and businesses. Soon, one enthusiastic individual within the group suggested we use our Church’s unused parsonage to begin a distribution center and develop a non-profit organization separate from the Church. This non-profit organization was to operate as an outreach center to serve the people of Leslie and Clay County, KY. Within a few short weeks and with help from friends and family, the Advisory Committee formed the Hills to Hollers Outreach Center, Inc. Hills to Hollers Inc. received formal non-profit 501(c)3 status in record time. Since then, the organization has proactively served the needs of communities across Clay and Leslie Counties, KY, with a group of individuals, including board members, officers, and volunteers, who are enthusiastic about helping serve the community and its people in any way possible.
