Family of 6 Living in a Tent Since Helene: A Journey to Recover: GoFundMe link in the description

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  • @theappalachianchannel
    @theappalachianchannel  Місяць тому +226

    NOTE: Please understand that if you send money by UA-cam, they take 30%, and GoFundMe only takes 2.9%. Here is the GoFundMe link: gofund.me/ab525e0d, or email mail me for a mailing address to mail a check to. johngward1472@gmail.com

    • @trulylynn9941
      @trulylynn9941 Місяць тому +50

      Do not give their name. We want them safe!

    • @melindablankenship1104
      @melindablankenship1104 Місяць тому +31

      Prayers for this Brave family may god send his Angels over you! Amen 🎚️🙏🏻🇺🇸

    • @maryintx4409
      @maryintx4409 Місяць тому +18

      God bless you!

    • @normamullins3195
      @normamullins3195 Місяць тому +11

      I’m sorry! You were needing a camper….

    • @SilentWeaponsQuietWars
      @SilentWeaponsQuietWars Місяць тому +23

      I don't have the $$ to donate, but I will let the ads play out for your UA-cam John,Thanks for keeping us updated.

  • @cmb8361
    @cmb8361 Місяць тому +266

    We can house & pay illegal immigrants but not help those displaced by natural disasters. This Admin is awful. This Admin is the worst!

    • @glendamckean327
      @glendamckean327 Місяць тому +12

      Agree to this

    • @lindaobrien2659
      @lindaobrien2659 Місяць тому +7

      It's disgusting!

    • @snelokster
      @snelokster Місяць тому +8

      Nothing this government had done has been sane. Help has been denied and people are suffering😢

    • @nan7503
      @nan7503 Місяць тому +3

      Well come January, I suppose the NEW administration will solve all your problems.

    • @starglow4375
      @starglow4375 Місяць тому +1

      BLACK ROCK WHO HAS HIGH INTEREST AND A CONTACT TO HAVE SOME
      COMPANY READY WHO IN 2025 WILL START DRILLING FOR THE LITHIUM IN
      NORTH CAROLINA AND AT THE SAME TIME EX-WORKERS OF BLACK ROCK
      WHO ARE PRESENTLY WORKING IN THE WHITE HOUSE AS FINANCIAL ADVISORS
      PLUS FEMA IS UNDER THE JURISDICTION OF THE 89% of the SENATORS and
      CONGRESS in the White House WHO hold DUAL CITIZENSHIP WITH ISRAEL AND
      ARE LOYAL FIRST AND FOREMOST TO ISRAEL THAN THE AMERICAN PEOPLE
      THE CONNECTION HERE ALSO IS THAT THE CEO OF BLACK ROCK LARRY FINK
      IS OF ISRAELI DESCENT THEY WILL HELP HIM FIRST AND FOREMOST CAUSE
      THEY WILL EMPOWER FIRST THEIR OWN OVER ANY OTHER AMERICAN OF ANY
      OTHER RACE. THEREFORE FEMA IS WORKING AGAINST THE NORTH CAROLINA
      PEOPLE AND MORE MORE IN THE INTEREST OF WHAT BLACK ROCK NEEDS
      TO GET THE NORTH CAROLINA LAND OWNERS OUT ASAP IN ANYWAY OR
      FASHION SO THAT BLACK ROCK CAN GET TO GET THEIR EXPLOITATION OF THE
      LITHIUM AND SUPERIOR MINERALS THAT ARE WORTH BILLIONS OF DOLLARS.

  • @suebozarth5805
    @suebozarth5805 Місяць тому +1111

    I am so disgusted with our government. We can send billions of dollars all over the world, but we leave our own to freeze, starve, and wonder if their lost loved ones will ever have a proper burial.

    • @sarastarn8606
      @sarastarn8606 Місяць тому +84

      It's both heart breaking and disgusting..Thank God for the good people that have helped sooo much.❤

    • @leepittman4923
      @leepittman4923 Місяць тому

      The money our Government is sending over to Ukraine and other countries that money is being laundered and sent back to our politicians why do you think all of them are millionaires and billionaires there job only pays $178 thousand per year and if you do research the President of Ukraine has multi million dollar Yachts and so many cars and his wife is always on spending sprees once Trump is in theres going to be alot info released about Epsteins and Diddy list a lot of politicians and movie stars and professional athletes are involved to and team owners

    • @mike407r
      @mike407r Місяць тому +33

      We have enough money to do both which is the real crying shame!

    • @joeneighbor
      @joeneighbor Місяць тому

      Probably most Americans, any one who at least looks to see what is going on is feeling this way.
      The thing is, probably most of the establishment, all the bureaucrats, and the most corrupt of the senators and congress people see no path of getting paid off by spending the same money on our own people.
      Giving money to the various "war" efforts, feeds the industrial military complex, and thus some percentage back into their own pockets.
      Can't wait soon enough for Trump to take over. There is a good chance he's going to fire a lot of people, get rid of the bearcats, etc.
      I'd like to see the worst of them be held accountable for bribes, fraud, treason, etc.

    • @goodbro7846
      @goodbro7846 Місяць тому +34

      Our secretary of State was just in Peru this week proudly announcing hundreds of thousands and millions of dollars to help them develop trains and train systems.

  • @ramonahierholzer3163
    @ramonahierholzer3163 Місяць тому +703

    😢A new fear for families in need. To have to worry about the "government" taking your children, when you've lost EVERYTHING, instead of helping them!!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

    • @TheOriginalJaki
      @TheOriginalJaki Місяць тому +59

      This kind of behavior in our Country is unfathomable! I really could not believe it when I first heard this, but I've heard other interviews where it has happened so I believe it now! This would be handled a whole lot different back in the day.

    • @blueskies386
      @blueskies386 Місяць тому +52

      Instead of putting the whole family in a motel or hotel, leaving the parent/s in a freezing tent and taking their kids away to who knows where, or who knows what they do with them.

    • @debluetailfly
      @debluetailfly Місяць тому +54

      Illegals get flown around the country and given motel rooms, phones, lots of money for food, etc. I saw the video of the sheriff who arrested the woman so they could take her kids. Sickening! His identity should be revealed and locals should take care of him.

    • @alikawhite6903
      @alikawhite6903 Місяць тому +10

      Arrrgggghh!!!yes!

    • @presleyloves
      @presleyloves Місяць тому +47

      Can you imagine after all of this having your kids taken, and imagine the fear and loneliness the kids are experiencing. It's unfathomable and horrifying. Give them a hotel, food, cars, money to start a business like you give to the illegals every single day. $400-$500 a DAY for hotels alone for the illegals. Insanity has taken hold.

  • @ruthreuter9813
    @ruthreuter9813 Місяць тому +35

    Someone give this man a bear hug and then look him in the eyes and tell him that it’s ok to need help sometimes in life. He didn’t lose everything due to gambeling or drinking, he lost everything due to a devastating event.. I pray he lets go of the fake bs shame he is feeling.
    None of us have anything but respect for him and his beautiful family.

    • @nan7503
      @nan7503 Місяць тому +1

      This is just so very sad. How are the children doing schooling?

  • @winmarfbd909
    @winmarfbd909 Місяць тому +467

    Couldn't help but notice how quiet their Dad is. It's got to be very hard for a man who's always provided for his family to lose everything, right down to his truck and tools. I'm so glad you've taken this family under your wing, John. Keep us updated. ❤

    • @kd5inm
      @kd5inm Місяць тому +20

      Its got to be hard for him

    • @maryintx4409
      @maryintx4409 Місяць тому +30

      I noticed as well Men are providers, fixers. It must be disheartening for him to not be in a position to care for his family. It is up to those of us who are able to help those in this situation to do so the best we can

    • @erikasmith4427
      @erikasmith4427 Місяць тому +26

      He seemed very uncomfortable. I agree with you. I think he feels terrible that he has to ask strangers for help to take care of his family. But this things happen,he has nothing to be ashamed of. He's not a failure, this tragedy happened to no fault of his own. And it's okay to ask for some help when you and your family truly need it, like in this case. I'm pretty sure they'll be back on their feet soon enough. Seems like they're hard working folks, but just for a little longer they'll have to allow their neighbors to help them in their time of need. Maybe sometime in the future they'll be in the position to return the favor,and help someone else.

    • @jennyyoung6750
      @jennyyoung6750 Місяць тому +19

      Yes, praying especially for dad. I'm sure he's working as hard as he can to try to get things back together. But look how happy his children are! Mom & dad are doing a great job keeping them all together. Praying grace & peace over them. Praying for strength to get through a hard winter & many blessings over them.

    • @tammylynn5822
      @tammylynn5822 Місяць тому +7

      Pride gets in the way sometimes

  • @donnamoss7480
    @donnamoss7480 Місяць тому +90

    Those ladies fixing delivering food are absolutely salt of the earth angels

  • @tammyuzee1273
    @tammyuzee1273 Місяць тому +116

    Dad do not feel bad. It’s not your fault. Put your head up high. Your family will be OK.

    • @alikawhite6903
      @alikawhite6903 Місяць тому +9

      Yes head up high, looking to the lord & thanking him for all he’s doing & going to keep doing!!!

  • @Shadow351c
    @Shadow351c Місяць тому +293

    Lord Jesus, protect this family, please 🙏

  • @biddiemutter3481
    @biddiemutter3481 Місяць тому +278

    May God bless them with all the funds they need and heal their hearts.

    • @Matt999PL
      @Matt999PL Місяць тому

      Please make donation then and also a prayer

    • @LegendJeff
      @LegendJeff Місяць тому

      God has put them in this situation don’t be insane

  • @danalahr6593
    @danalahr6593 Місяць тому +291

    Please keep the family's identity safe.

    • @altha-rf1et
      @altha-rf1et Місяць тому +1

      He is not giving them the money still 65K in the account

    • @rosep9866
      @rosep9866 Місяць тому

      Why is he waiting for ?

    • @rosep9866
      @rosep9866 Місяць тому

      Keeping the identity is not safe now,,SMH

    • @samjubilee6593
      @samjubilee6593 Місяць тому +1

      ​@@altha-rf1et He is not giving them the money? $65K? How would you know?
      (The events happening in our world are truly separating the wheat from the tares.)

    • @marinaharmon5775
      @marinaharmon5775 Місяць тому

      ​@@altha-rf1et I really hope that John will keep his word regarding the finances....

  • @legacy634
    @legacy634 Місяць тому +169

    My heart goes out to this family but the Dad especially breaks my heart. He wasn't making eye contact with anyone and is clearly struggling with his emotions. It is very evident that he takes good care of his family and always has. Sir, there is no shame in your game. You need a hand up to get back up on your feet. This terrible event happened to you and your family. None of it is due to your actions and it is clear that you love your family and are doing everything you can for them. Consider the assistance that you receive as a stepping stone to the future where you get your lives stabilized again and then maybe pay it forward to someone else someday. There are so many people praying for your and your family. You WILL get through this.

    • @Eternity0187
      @Eternity0187 Місяць тому +14

      Yes, you will!! Hold your head high Dad.🛡🗡❤‍🔥 though it may not feel like, you are a ready warrior for your family❤‍🔥✨.. it's okay .. it will be okay... We see you and your amazing wife and kiddos now... and we won't forget you!! Blessed be the Name of the Lord❤‍🔥🛡... He fights for you...for us that Love Him..✨ ... and He's making a way for you and you family...💜

    • @robinbrown378
      @robinbrown378 Місяць тому +7

      Definitely not a hand out. Just a loving hand up.

    • @dianebeier8379
      @dianebeier8379 Місяць тому +2

      Agree❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @watchinglclowns9890
    @watchinglclowns9890 Місяць тому +540

    JOHN, IT'S HARD TO NOT BE POLITICAL. IT'S A NATIONAL DISGRACE . I'll leave it at that.

    • @Matt999PL
      @Matt999PL Місяць тому

      It's a disgrace
      Disgusting
      It's a SHAME on Government and Elites.
      Billions for other countries but a little spit for own people.
      Shame on corrupt Government

    • @LS-ek1fd
      @LS-ek1fd Місяць тому +34

      It’s okay. “It” has been a disgrace for a long, long time. All the way back to Katrina.

    • @florawillis1384
      @florawillis1384 Місяць тому +32

      I'm in another state but you have that right friend I'm originally from South Carolina and this was caused by some Demon devil people

    • @PunkN_JTM
      @PunkN_JTM Місяць тому

      Actually its pretty easy..
      Just shut off the tv and they wont get profit kick backs for ratings.. as long as yall stay glued to the propaganda they gotchya where they want ya..

    • @onlyatruthseeker
      @onlyatruthseeker Місяць тому +6

      I understand this.

  • @AnthonyGarcia-ko8zj
    @AnthonyGarcia-ko8zj Місяць тому +397

    Seeing the dad looking away from the camera got me in my feelings knowing he can't help his family I wish I was there to help out

    • @bentelindstad5759
      @bentelindstad5759 Місяць тому +9

      I was thinking exactly the same

    • @Skidderoperator
      @Skidderoperator Місяць тому +14

      If I had a 4 door 4×4 truck, I would drive it to them and fly back to Wa state.

    • @lanahundley8625
      @lanahundley8625 Місяць тому +6

      Yes 😭

    • @juliettegolf1
      @juliettegolf1 Місяць тому +7

      That broke my heart too ❤

    • @yanimitchell7786
      @yanimitchell7786 Місяць тому

      Me too, he is so embarrassed to be in this situation, my heart went out to him, a hard working man who has always provided for his family, is now reduced to what he perceives as handouts, which he has probably never had in his life, there is pride in providing for you family, it’s a cultural thing that only people who were brought up tough understand, but I’d rather be a hard working woman than a sponge on the state, I am in Australia, but I’m from the Highlands of Scotland, north of Inverness, I am going to donate to this family, my heart is broken that American citizens have been so reduced by the USA government, they should be absolutely be in prison for what they did to the victims of Helene, I watched it live happening, I saw it change direction, I’ve never seen that before, but also, I’ve never seen the sky’s in my beautiful homeland criss cross with so many gridlines you couldn’t see the blue, after spending from March to September in Scotland I saw the blue sky twice, I swear to God, there needs to be accountability somewhere down the line, controlling the weather is Godless and pure EVIL 😈 controlling our food is next 😡 take heed folks, coming to a place near where you live real soon, get planting please people 🙏

  • @BethGrantDeRoos
    @BethGrantDeRoos Місяць тому +18

    What an amazing family. What amazing parents. It's an honor to help them.

  • @meranae
    @meranae Місяць тому +172

    Thank you, Precision Grading for the gravel. Thank you John for finding them an RV and helping the family find services to help. I'll go to the gofundme. May the Lord Bless them and continue to provide for their needs. God Bless you John!

  • @BuildingByFaith
    @BuildingByFaith Місяць тому +257

    Bless these folks for homeschooling their kids and wanting to keep their family together and not get the government involved. And bless this channel and the people helping. I served last week with Calvary Chapel down there. They have teams from around the country helping people.

  • @hollerlakehomestead3181
    @hollerlakehomestead3181 Місяць тому +102

    WE CANNOT EVER FORGET THIS PEOPLE...NEVER!!!!!!

    • @philliphall5198
      @philliphall5198 Місяць тому +1

      I agree and we will never vote for anyone that is blue period 😊😊😊

    • @roxannemcgehee7198
      @roxannemcgehee7198 Місяць тому +1

      This and the Hawaii fire. Actually, there is a lot we cannot forget.

  • @goodwaterhikes
    @goodwaterhikes Місяць тому +178

    Breaks my heart but thankfully a trailer is on the way.

    • @Matt999PL
      @Matt999PL Місяць тому +11

      If billions of dollars were not send to other countries, people of WNC and TN could have new little homes by now.
      Of course wicked people in charge consider them as " hillbillies " so no help is coming from Government.
      Trust in God and good people.

    • @JudyGoodwin-l9b
      @JudyGoodwin-l9b Місяць тому

      Governor Roy Cooper is a Democrat....that says it all.

  • @hartford2112
    @hartford2112 Місяць тому +25

    Very sad made me cry. It doesn't make sense like so many have indicated. We send billions to help others but this beautiful American family is left behind.I pray for them they are safe and warm.

    • @nan7503
      @nan7503 Місяць тому

      The applications for assistance takes time of course. This has nothing to do with foreign aid. This comes under Homeland Security, and the State of North Carolina. The governor is working hard to get housing for people. These "homes" don't just appear overnight. No one prepares for so many people to be in this situation.

  • @rev.twilson7300
    @rev.twilson7300 Місяць тому +184

    It's nice to see the kids laughing and being kids.
    God bless all involved with helping this family.
    God is good. 🙏🙏🙏

  • @AL-dj7jm
    @AL-dj7jm Місяць тому +320

    Samaritans purse will help these people and not take their children from them

    • @florawillis1384
      @florawillis1384 Місяць тому +18

      Absolutely right

    • @mrs.americanmade7452
      @mrs.americanmade7452 Місяць тому +26

      I Pray they are made aware so they can help this family too.....

    • @TheOriginalJaki
      @TheOriginalJaki Місяць тому +16

      Yes, that's right they sure will. And they may receive donations for vehicles sometimes also, since this family needs wheels.

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  Місяць тому +55

      Samaritans Purse is as missing as FEMA is in Helping people in this area. If you know them so good please give them a call and see if they will help this family. They have PAID employees and high over cost so not sure how much goes to help the people in need.

    • @SilentWeaponsQuietWars
      @SilentWeaponsQuietWars Місяць тому

      ​@@theappalachianchannelI believe they're getting to be like the RED Cross, high Administrative cost.

  • @eleven903
    @eleven903 Місяць тому +118

    It kills me to see these poor folks; our people, suffering. Thank you for helping them. I am praying hard for everyone but an extra prayer for these people. A lot of healing will have to take place.

    • @Matt999PL
      @Matt999PL Місяць тому

      Let's help as much as we can.
      Number of good people can make changes.
      Go Fund me goal is 50k.
      Simple math
      1000 godly people will donate 50 = 50k.
      Let's trust God and good people.
      Let's put to work phrase
      " IN GOD WE TRUST"
      $ 50 for rich people it's like a little drop

  • @charlesmiddleton3247
    @charlesmiddleton3247 Місяць тому +97

    Protect our children and keep them safe. Do not let those who think they have "power" tell you what to do when you know your intuition is guiding you on the right path. Thank you for all you are doing to keep this in ppls minds and hearts!

    • @denisealley9822
      @denisealley9822 Місяць тому +2

      ❤❤❤The way you wrote this 🙏✨

  • @vibrantsource
    @vibrantsource Місяць тому +192

    John you are sharing so much love and keeping us outside the area well informed- appreciate all

    • @vibrantsource
      @vibrantsource Місяць тому +4

      Hi John I just used the GoFundMe so no hurry on the address but want to help these beautiful family members ongoing

    • @karongoodine3288
      @karongoodine3288 Місяць тому

      No it's a disgrace that our own government doesn't help. Then you force mom to flash what you donated. Gross and unappreciated

    • @karongoodine3288
      @karongoodine3288 Місяць тому

      Bullshit

  • @sandraburke1258
    @sandraburke1258 Місяць тому +223

    *****DHS needs to be REMINDED Families LIVED IN COVERED WAGONS/NO RUNNING WATER/NO ELECTRIC and certainly no coolers or modern clothing. Our ANCESTORS SURVIVED WORSE if they hadn't WE WOULDN'T BE HERE!!!*****

    • @mimiashford5544
      @mimiashford5544 Місяць тому +7

      💯🎯

    • @tammylynn5822
      @tammylynn5822 Місяць тому +24

      DHS should mind their own business

    • @sheribrummett1960
      @sheribrummett1960 Місяць тому +6

      Agree

    • @lukefish7562
      @lukefish7562 Місяць тому +5

      🏅

    • @janewray8
      @janewray8 Місяць тому

      @@sandraburke1258 AMEN!!!! AND AGAIN I SAY AMEN!!!!! & WHO IS ONE MAN TO TELL ANOTHER THE BEST WAY FOR A PERSON'S FAMILY???? MUCH MUCH LESS, THE GOVERNMENT!!!
      I REALLY PRAY THE EGREGIOUS OVERREACH OF THESE SELF PROLCLAIMED EXPERTS, WHO ARE REALLY INSTEAD PARASITES, COMES TO AN ABRUPT AND PERMANENT END!!!!🙏🙏🙏💯💝

  • @CrazyArt-r5e
    @CrazyArt-r5e Місяць тому +17

    I hate my government right now. Disgusting and shameful! How can these people sleep at night knowing how much pain and suffering is going on right here in our country. And why would some person donate a motor home and then not show up? Got these people’s hopes up and then the big let down. That is also disgusting. Looks like a sweet family. I hope the Lord blesses them with all they need. I’m so glad you’re there to show us the reality of this situation John. So very sad for them. ❤🙏

  • @debbiegrose8979
    @debbiegrose8979 Місяць тому +123

    Its amazing how many people are displaced and almost forgotten..ty for helping them.

    • @enough1494
      @enough1494 Місяць тому

      Many had no insurance, real steady dependable jobs, savings, strong enough homes, for this horrific flooding! No valleys in those mountains, rivers were born that were never there!
      I was on the coast, 8 miles NEast of both Irma and Maria. We have a beautiful home. 103 days sleeping on the roof top. We also went hungry and thirsty! And, we had money, careers, insurance and protection!
      Yes Natural Disasters are a huge life lesson!

  • @HomeEF
    @HomeEF Місяць тому +108

    Sending prayers for this beautiful family, God has been watching and protecting them, and they will be blessed 🙏🥹

  • @lynnej7219
    @lynnej7219 Місяць тому +109

    Donated from the UK

  • @sarahness573
    @sarahness573 Місяць тому +73

    So thankful for all the people who are helping out these displaced families.
    Churches across the US should be reaching out to help. If each church sponsored a family they would all be taken care of.

    • @chasethecat3839
      @chasethecat3839 Місяць тому +7

      My church sent 7000 and it's a small church. I donated every week on payday but my little bit of donation just isn't enough and most weeks I'm torn as to who needs it most. The gov needs to do more..big corps need to do more. Coca Cola, Kelloggs, Nestle, Hershey, NFL players/teams, celebrities...yet it's the working poor trying to help

    • @amyperez4536
      @amyperez4536 Місяць тому +3

      We do have a church that is coming alongside us and helping with immediate needs! 🙏

    • @melaa8617
      @melaa8617 26 днів тому

      @@chasethecat3839-- God’s people

  • @karenromando4939
    @karenromando4939 Місяць тому +104

    When I meet home schooled children out here in Lake of the Ozarks Missouri, they are the best well mannered and best educated children you could ever meet. Those parents out by you are just the same. They got so much education experienced and history that no body else ever did. They are good parents. Good for them. Prayers and good karma sent to them.

    • @florawillis1384
      @florawillis1384 Місяць тому +3

      My grandchildren were homeschool in stumps still are and they are high scholastically and very well-mannered

    • @sunnydays316
      @sunnydays316 Місяць тому +1

      They will be a victory story I am sure. God is so good and I know they will be provided for through Him. This story reminds me of the Unsung Hero by For King and Country. 🙏🏻

  • @HomeEF
    @HomeEF Місяць тому +55

    The best thing they have , is that they have each other and stay together. This is heartbreaking 💔

  • @kimp2678
    @kimp2678 Місяць тому +109

    I am retired and living on a fixed income. I did donate as much as I can for now until my next social security check comes. I will save this video.

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  Місяць тому +16

      You have a heart of gold and we appreciate your donation.

    • @chasethecat3839
      @chasethecat3839 Місяць тому +3

      Same. Tomorrow. I have a rescue and I'm struggling myself but I will also do need a little bit this week

    • @1coketogo554
      @1coketogo554 Місяць тому +2

      That's the boat I'm in. I can't imagine how hard it would be to loose everything. The only thing worse would be to have a child gone too. Thank God for sparing them that. Hopefully CPS won't find them.

    • @Susanjoc
      @Susanjoc Місяць тому +2

      Me too. Our mortgage goes up in December and I lost a grant that paid for my Medicare. But this family made me both sad and mad. That people living in such poverty and devastation must worry about losing their kids! That’s all they have left. I’ll do my part to help these folks. I’ve donated last month. Would rather see where I’m giving.

    • @maryintx4409
      @maryintx4409 Місяць тому +4

      I too have to wait for my next check. Then I will be donating to some of the fund raisers again

  • @LindaBrown-h7o
    @LindaBrown-h7o Місяць тому +109

    Oh my thank you for all you guys are doing

  • @geraldskinner63
    @geraldskinner63 Місяць тому +72

    God bless this family..kids always make the best of tough situations. Thanks for sharing their story John.

  • @kriswhelan9401
    @kriswhelan9401 Місяць тому +66

    I home schooled my kids. So glad they are getting help. Thank you and God bless you all!

  • @bentelindstad5759
    @bentelindstad5759 Місяць тому +146

    Beautiful homeschooling family, Americas backbone 💕😊

    • @enough1494
      @enough1494 Місяць тому +2

      Homeschooling has never been the back bone of the USA! The back bone was the RR, built by Native, African and Chinese slaves.
      Their life style is a personal choice, hence the issues, workout isolating our selves from the reality that simply IS!
      Homeschooling is nice, but so is financial stability, steady work, insurance, retirement plan, etc……

  • @LauraGratel
    @LauraGratel 4 дні тому +1

    Thank You John for helping this Family an all the others.

  • @jr-nh2hn
    @jr-nh2hn Місяць тому +10

    Thank you for all those people who are blessing this family

  • @jerryfrederick6496
    @jerryfrederick6496 Місяць тому +29

    Thank you for showing the truth so close up.
    The children seemed like they are in good spirits.
    The mom is a pillar of strength, dad will soon be able to get back at it.
    The fact they all survived is a true blessing.

  • @jfj794
    @jfj794 Місяць тому +61

    It’s humiliating for a real man to be filmed in this condition. My heart goes out to him.

    • @Jamie-b2e
      @Jamie-b2e Місяць тому +5

      I know it is hard for the husband not being to get his family out of thos hardship. I can tell this is a Christian family and I am sure they have given to others in need. Dad must be careful not to get prideful. Be humble. That is a precious gift that many do not know. What they are going through is tough, but with God, they will and are getting through. If they continue to trust in God, they will see how truly loving He is and how blessed they are. I hear the children laughing and playing. They are healthy. There is so much to be thankful for and to give God praise. He is working. I will give. Blessings.❤

    • @dianebeier8379
      @dianebeier8379 Місяць тому +3

      Indeed, he feels so bad, but we are a HUMAN FAMILY, so please reach out to help
      .❤❤❤❤❤

  • @britzel71
    @britzel71 Місяць тому +11

    The children are incredible. These parents are doing a wonderful job. Just another testament to homeschooling done right produces children who grow up and bkess our communities

  • @gwendolynparadise3174
    @gwendolynparadise3174 Місяць тому +70

    Praying for the families 😢

  • @gwebocelestron9194
    @gwebocelestron9194 Місяць тому +43

    Donated. Nothing more needs to be said. People need our help.

  • @rogertemple7193
    @rogertemple7193 Місяць тому +79

    I hope that the family will be okay and will get back on their feet along with
    everything else in that area of NC God Bless them and thank you John.🙏🇺🇲

  • @lisaglassford9574
    @lisaglassford9574 Місяць тому +41

    I feel I can count on you and your channel for up to date current, honest information regarding the situation there in the damaged ares from hurricane Helene. Thank you for all your efforts in helping all these people who have lost so much. God bless you, sir. Also, thanks so much to the young man, who has been building bridges and grading and clearing people's properties. ❤

  • @jrae6608
    @jrae6608 Місяць тому +101

    Thanks for what you’re doing.

  • @shepherd4406
    @shepherd4406 Місяць тому +35

    Thank you for making it possible to help this family.

  • @debra2697
    @debra2697 Місяць тому +87

    When families go through hard times, the children need their parents more than they need a roof and slab floor..

  • @mirtasoto7607
    @mirtasoto7607 Місяць тому +35

    Thank you for helping this family

  • @karenromando4939
    @karenromando4939 Місяць тому +30

    I shared. I hope and pray we can get this family and othee families back on their feet. Bless this family and those who are helping in Jesus' name. Amen

  • @thomasgribble6809
    @thomasgribble6809 Місяць тому +29

    God bless this sweet family and God bless you John for what you are doing. We’ve enjoyed your channel so much.

  • @LindaBrown-h7o
    @LindaBrown-h7o Місяць тому +48

    Oh Bless you

  • @jimmymalone3494
    @jimmymalone3494 Місяць тому +28

    Praying for the family and God Bless.them.

  • @meltcmelinda4012
    @meltcmelinda4012 Місяць тому +47

    John, you are doing a great work for this family and others. If I had an endless amount of funds I would rebuild all of Western North Carolina, nothing spared. My heart breaks for them, they are a proud people and this country needs to step up and help all in need. I can give my prayers every day for God to anoint them in the Holy Ghost and the love of Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. There is land for sale in Poke Co. NC going for around 15k per acre with road frontage, if no one gives acreage maybe their go fund me can help them find a piece of land led by the hand of God. They can then start to rebuild their lives. I pray for them and all people who are suffering. I want to thank you John for opening the door for all to see the needs of the people. May God bless and keep you always in his name,

  • @cherylhaugen1897
    @cherylhaugen1897 Місяць тому +17

    After the “Camp Fire” in California, many people lost everything, and could not get help. They lived in a tent. Many people lived like that! But when I was a child, my dad worked cutting trees. Where they cut there were no houses. We lived in a 12 x 12 tent for 9 months. Was wonderful for me (5) and my brother (3)! It’s could be much worse, but we’re all the damage and how much work has already been done! Stay strong, it does get easier with time. Proud to see all the people helping!

  • @joshrg22
    @joshrg22 Місяць тому +25

    Watching from Fairview. What a great looking family! So glad to hear about the fifth wheel, I hope they get much needed rest.

  • @Benji-q7k
    @Benji-q7k Місяць тому +26

    God bless them God bless them all

  • @dpmart3275
    @dpmart3275 Місяць тому +19

    John thanks for reporting all of this Praying for the Family and thanks to everybody helping God Bless

  • @MikeTesa
    @MikeTesa Місяць тому +25

    Dad looks distraught. Dont be--Help is on the way for better days. Amen

  • @lilylovesbrian
    @lilylovesbrian Місяць тому +4

    Thank you for sharing this video. It is definitely bringing more awareness to the needs of many dear people in this area. What a lovely family! The children seem happy, despite their circumstances,stances. Children are so good at enjoying the little things. The mother and father are wonderful. They are doing a great job raising these children.

  • @elizabethbeckman9753
    @elizabethbeckman9753 Місяць тому +2

    I feel that mans brokenness.... made me weep as I am in a very similar situation with 3 kids and 9 pets.

  • @bethtucker1810
    @bethtucker1810 Місяць тому +13

    I am so grateful that they have all the family safe and together, everything else is fixable.❤

  • @riverqueen5527
    @riverqueen5527 Місяць тому +24

    Thank you John for all the awareness you’re bringing to the world for these people in these areas. God bless you and all of them. And I have to say, Jake is a fine fine man!!! An angel among us. God will reward him greatly!!!

  • @LindaBrown-h7o
    @LindaBrown-h7o Місяць тому +69

    Prayers for them❤❤❤❤

  • @SusanRogersMakingItWork4Me
    @SusanRogersMakingItWork4Me 25 днів тому +1

    The oldest girl is very polite and I really hope they get all they need and then some!

  • @Paul-z9y7n
    @Paul-z9y7n Місяць тому +33

    Be encouraged Dad..God's got your back! Your faith will be strengthened through this. He is Faithful!!!❤

  • @cheryljacques5558
    @cheryljacques5558 Місяць тому +18

    God bless all that you are doing, my heart is breaking for everyone affected by Helene. I'm going to check out the gofundme.

  • @GraceCook-g1l
    @GraceCook-g1l Місяць тому +22

    Jake is a God-send wherever he is. Will try to donate something for him when I have it.

  • @tina-mariecrocker5687
    @tina-mariecrocker5687 Місяць тому +2

    Wholesome! What this family is going through and the children so excited about a gravel pit. My heart hurts for the precious people affected by disaster😢

  • @pamswz7411
    @pamswz7411 Місяць тому +10

    Thank you so so much John for giving us an opportunity to help this family out. Thank you for all that you have done. I pray God blesses you richly, and the family as well Pam.

  • @TheSwissChalet
    @TheSwissChalet Місяць тому +9

    Keep your family together no matter what. I donated. Praise God, we must support each other in times like this. God Bless America.

  • @farmerswife51
    @farmerswife51 Місяць тому +46

    Don't lose hope. There are many people praying for you.

  • @layah3890
    @layah3890 Місяць тому +1

    Those people are in our prayers! Also donating monthly to help these survivor's

  • @lemondropkid6175
    @lemondropkid6175 Місяць тому +13

    I'm glad they have asked for help, not an easy thing to do. I do hope they ask for help with regards to schooling for the kids, it sounds like both parents have plenty on their plates.

  • @barbarahuck3136
    @barbarahuck3136 Місяць тому +13

    Every family needs a worker assigned to them.

  • @rickmoreland5206
    @rickmoreland5206 Місяць тому +20

    God Bless you John for all you are doing to help folks and God Bless Jake … I made a small donation I’m sure it all helps . Prayers for the families and too all the folks helping out , may it all be paid forward to all in need 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🦅🦅🦅

  • @KathySwampQueen
    @KathySwampQueen Місяць тому +58

    I wished I had $...but I'm in NE Tennessee....I'm disabled but I'm one of the lucky ones....the water (Doe River) didn't make it to my house...almost but my house got beat down by the storm....haven't seen any FEMA/ government people since it happened...for help...if it wasn't for my neighbors and the local bringing me some food....I don't know what I would have done the first few weeks!! ...I don't wanna see another can of Beanie Weenies 😂😂 but I'm very thankful for them!!!
    But if anybody knows someone that's helping with roofs in Carter County area....please let me know! TY for everything y'all are doing to help...trust me it's VERY appreciated!! ❤❤❤

    • @leecopeland2061
      @leecopeland2061 Місяць тому +3

      Beanie weenies!! Haha, let this be notice to helpers to give a variety of food not cases of the same thing! 😅 Put yourself in their place. Do you want to eat the same thing every day for a month? Variety please🙏❤

    • @KathySwampQueen
      @KathySwampQueen Місяць тому +2

      @@leecopeland2061 exactly 💯....but they were appreciated!!... I would have been starving without them 😆 nothing like a cold can of Beanie Weenies

    • @carolsmith1215
      @carolsmith1215 Місяць тому +1

      Samaritan’s Purse may be able to help with roof. They were over here for weeks helping us and others.

  • @Elizabeth67672
    @Elizabeth67672 Місяць тому +5

    God Bless this family and John for helping this family

  • @AnneMarieBibby1966
    @AnneMarieBibby1966 Місяць тому +2

    Loving thy neighbor...
    You are all a beautiful group!
    May god bless you all. Praying for everyone who is in need and lost to this tragedy.

  • @sweetcello3358
    @sweetcello3358 Місяць тому +11

    God bless you. 🙏🙏🙏

    • @theappalachianchannel
      @theappalachianchannel  Місяць тому +3

      can see if you can reverse this and send this gofundme because UA-cam takes 30% so thats only $350 , and gofundme only takes 2.9%

    • @betsyj59
      @betsyj59 Місяць тому +5

      @@theappalachianchannel Just think of it: Google, owner of UA-cam, as of April 2024, is valued at 2 trillion dollars!! Taking 30% of donations puts a very fine point on the greed and inhumanity of the mega corporations that own the world.

    • @jmy7799
      @jmy7799 Місяць тому

      @sweetcello3358

    • @sassyfrass4295
      @sassyfrass4295 Місяць тому

      @@betsyj59 exactly - shame on them!

    • @VancouverCanucksRock
      @VancouverCanucksRock Місяць тому

      ​@@betsyj59They aren't censoring Sbags, because they're nice people....

  • @eisvogel8099
    @eisvogel8099 Місяць тому +1

    In times like this it's amazing to see how a family of six had actually become a way bigger "family". Although help of the government would have been appreciated the help of people like John and others is priceless. I admire the resilience. It's hard to accept help but one day you might be able to help others. Much love and respect from the Netherlands, Jan

  • @lesawilkes5673
    @lesawilkes5673 Місяць тому +4

    What a beautiful family! Thank Y'all for being brave enough to share your story with us. You are a prime example of American grit, the spirit of Godliness and LOVE. Watching the kids playing on the gravel reminded me of my own childhood and made my day... Thanks Kids!

  • @Xhopp3r
    @Xhopp3r Місяць тому +1

    Thanks be to God. I am glad to hear that he touched the hearts of people and has met their needs.
    May God bless this family, and may he bless all the people that gave and helped.

  • @entertainmentmecca-l7m
    @entertainmentmecca-l7m Місяць тому +15

    When we lost our house and most of what we owned to hurricane Ian 2 years ago I was devastated, overwhelmed, stressed to the hilt and felt completely lost and did not know what direction to turn. But through the grace of god we had family, friends, and people we did not know or had ever met help us to get back on our feet again. Its a VERY HORRIBLE feeling! My heart goes out to this family and what they are going through. I can see the father is trying to hold it together. You will rebuild & you will move on and the road is going to be hard but you will get through this and your family will be stronger.

    • @CalvinBivins
      @CalvinBivins Місяць тому

      The children will get through this just fine as long as they stay with momma @ poppa. Dad used to say 'we were poor but we did not know it." My family will help this family until they get back to normal.

  • @megan524
    @megan524 Місяць тому +2

    How thankful that little girl is during such a hard time. I think she will go far in life!

  • @jodykivlin
    @jodykivlin Місяць тому +11

    Y'all are angels. Stay strong. Love always wins and there is sunshine after rain. God Bless!!

  • @gentrystinnetti8277
    @gentrystinnetti8277 Місяць тому +30

    God help this family please

  • @Mrs.Frankenstein
    @Mrs.Frankenstein Місяць тому +15

    Its getting too cold for that. Bless their hearts ❤ you are a great human for all you do!

  • @sandraryan2256
    @sandraryan2256 Місяць тому +52

    Please tell everyone to send more help to all the Hurricanes victims 🙏 NEED BOOTS ON THE GROUND PLEASE 🙏

    • @janewray8
      @janewray8 Місяць тому +2

      Can you please be more specific..? I think many more would come and help but they don't know where what how.....etc..

    • @humphrey_bear_MDC
      @humphrey_bear_MDC Місяць тому +2

      Lord please send more help in the form of trailers, rvs, sheds and tiny houses with heaters.

  • @DavidLee-g1r
    @DavidLee-g1r 28 днів тому +3

    I'm praying for your well being

  • @user-hz7kv6js6l
    @user-hz7kv6js6l Місяць тому +11

    I pray that God will supply all of their needs as well as the needs of so many other people.

  • @Janartable
    @Janartable Місяць тому +4

    The best thing that your video accomplishes is the realization that this isn’t over!!! People are still in GREAT need. The government wheels grind too slowly. (We’re too busy sending millions of dollars to other countries for war efforts.)

  • @JLB-z4c
    @JLB-z4c Місяць тому +6

    I am praying that they will receive all that they need to get back to their lives. May God bless them in a mighty way😊

  • @BooRadley452
    @BooRadley452 Місяць тому +7

    Thank you, John.
    These truths need to be shown to the world.
    God bless

  • @barbaraboller5094
    @barbaraboller5094 Місяць тому +2

    May God Bless this family and others! Prayers!🙏🏻💕

  • @guymerritt3574
    @guymerritt3574 Місяць тому +5

    Hello sir, what you are doing is beyond compassionate.. as I watched the family sitting outside their tent, especially the father hanging his head,, I couldn’t hold back the tears.. I wish I could help monetarily so much, but I will pray for your efforts, your team, your spirit, and this family, and many others.. the tears are joyous but also greatly grave as what was spoken by your volunteers hits the feels.. this is love in action, and I’m so happy and grateful for the support to help this family that you have garnered, and many others.. well done servants of the the Most High.. my heart is broken open, but He’s all Good, despite this horrific tragedy and its aftermath..

  • @melissa6429
    @melissa6429 Місяць тому +8

    Bless their hearts! Look at them play inspire of everything❤️🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻

  • @joytucker7240
    @joytucker7240 Місяць тому +47

    Where is the 24.5 million raised for WNC relief in a concert a few weeks ago in Charlotte , NC?

    • @bornfree509
      @bornfree509 Місяць тому +20

      I have not seen anywhere or heard where those donations might have gone. Makes ya wonder.....

    • @terrisatterfield6765
      @terrisatterfield6765 Місяць тому +3

      I heard some went to Samaritans Purse....are they still around or has Franklin gone home?

    • @DJH59
      @DJH59 Місяць тому +1

      Did FEMA get it?

    • @ruthpenick4520
      @ruthpenick4520 Місяць тому +1

      They said 3 different places it went to but I can't recall the names

    • @pinkiesue849
      @pinkiesue849 Місяць тому

      @@bornfree509did fema get it?