Partners
At Asheville Relief, we believe in the power of collaboration to make a real difference in disaster response and recovery. Born out of the Asheville community, we aim to create a stronger, more resilient network for all. Our crowdsourced platform provides vetted information about resources when they’re needed most by who they’re needed most. Our information is found on the ground by the people and is for the people.
We proudly partner with organizations that share our vision of swift, nimble, reliable aid after a crisis. Whether it’s building better tools for managing relief efforts or pooling resources to help those affected by disasters, these partnerships strengthen our mission.
R4 connects community needs with available resources to build resilience and promote equity. Based in North Carolina, the organization partners with local groups to ensure essential services reach individuals and families facing systemic barriers. R4 addresses immediate needs while fostering long-term stability through collaboration, empowering communities with the tools and support they need to thrive.
Thaumazo is a Canadian nonprofit dedicated to building community around projects that align with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). With a “relationships first” approach, they help individuals apply their passions, skills, and time to causes that matter most to them. Their expertise in community building and technology, especially AI, supports thriving communities in various contexts. Thaumazo works to build systems that promote relief and resilience before, during, and after crises.
The AI for Good Research Lab at Microsoft leverages cutting-edge artificial intelligence to address global challenges. By applying AI to disaster response, climate change, and humanitarian efforts, they create innovative solutions that empower communities in crisis. Their collaboration with Asheville Relief enhances our ability to respond to and help mitigate the impact of disasters, ensuring that technology serves as a force for good in the most critical moments.
Make.com is a leading platform that empowers users to create, automate, and streamline workflows without extensive coding knowledge. As a valued partner of Asheville Relief, Make provides automation tools that help us gather, verify, and share essential resources from impacted communities. By leveraging their powerful tools, we can optimize our processes and enhance collaboration, allowing us to focus on our mission of delivering reliable information to those in need.
Conversacorp is at the forefront of disaster communication and coordination. Their innovative approach to organizing and deploying teams ensures that critical information flows smoothly between relief organizations and affected communities. With their support, we can communicate more effectively and streamline on-the-ground efforts. If you are part of a disaster organization and have a communications liaison, please visit their website and sign up to be a part of the communication.
Through initiatives like Hearts of Asheville, Storytime with The Village Earth fosters personal connections between those affected by disaster and supporters worldwide. Using video technology, they create direct, humanizing interactions that bridge distances and bring stories of resilience to the forefront. Their work strengthens empathy and solidarity, allowing communities to support each other more deeply in times of crisis.
EZP.net provides reliable, scalable web hosting solutions that keep critical disaster relief platforms like Asheville Relief running smoothly during times of crisis. Their commitment to high-performance infrastructure ensures that our crowdsourced resource platform remains accessible, even under the most demanding conditions. With EZP.net’s support, we can focus on delivering real-time, trusted information to those who need it most.
Join Us
We’re always looking for new partners who share our values of transparency, collaboration, and action. By working with us, you’ll be directly contributing to a platform that brings real-time, trusted information to people who need it most.
If you’re a disaster relief organization or a company with the tools to help, we want to hear from you. Together, we can continue solving the complex challenges that come with crisis recovery, ensuring that no one is left behind. Please reach out to us at partner@ashevillerelief.org.