Volunteer: LERT Deployment, Home & Flood Damage Relief in Avery & Buncombe Counties, Camp Linn Haven, Linville NC, 9-7 thru 11-2026This registration is for the September 7–11, 2026 deployment only. Separate registrations will be available for any additional deployment weeks. This event is sponsored by SED Disaster Response and hosted by Camp Linn Haven and Mountainside Lutheran Church in Linville, North Carolina. This deployment gives LERT volunteers an opportunity to serve their neighbors in the love of Christ by helping meet physical needs, offering encouragement and sharing the mercy of Jesus Christ. This event is made possible through generous funding from Lutheran Church Charities and LCMS Southeastern District Disaster Response. Description of Work Projects may be added or adjusted as the deployment approaches and local needs continue to develop. Current work includes repairs to damaged farmland and fencing surrounding an approximately 10-acre property. Supplies and materials for the first phase are already on site; volunteers are needed to complete the work. Additional projects may include construction, plumbing, chainsaw work, general cleanup, debris removal, or other recovery work as needs arise. We will provide tools and project-specific supplies as needed. Teams should bring basic personal tools and work gear appropriate for a variety of projects.
Important Information Tetanus: Please make sure your tetanus vaccination is current. Consult your physician regarding any additional recommendations for working in disaster-recovery environments. Expenses: LCMS Disaster Response will cover approved hosting costs for the deployment. Volunteers should bring sufficient funds for personal purchases, incidental expenses, and any recreational activities or meals outside those provided for the deployment. Housing Housing arrangements may vary depending on team size, availability, and existing reservations. Current housing options include: Camp Linn Haven Old Greer House in Banner Elk Bunkhouses located on the worksite property (amenities are more limited at this location)Workdays for this deployment are Monday through Friday, September 7–11. Housing will be coordinated for the registered deployment dates. Anyone arriving earlier or staying later must arrange and pay for additional lodging. Volunteer Coordinator Heather Bassett can recommend nearby accommodations upon request. Meals Groceries for teams may be provided upon request. Teams should prepare a grocery list in advance so the local coordinator can purchase the requested items and have them available before the team arrives. Teams will be responsible for preparing their own meals.What to Pack Please bring: Toiletries Prescription medications Sturdy work boots Work gloves Protective eyewear Masks or other appropriate respiratory protection Long work pants or jeans Work shirts Rain gear Weather-appropriate clothing Extra socksWeather in this region can change quickly and may include rain, wind, sun, cool temperatures, and heat—all within the same day. Pack layers and be prepared for changing conditions. Team leaders may provide additional packing instructions based on assigned projects or specific worksite conditions. Come Prepared to Work This is an active LERT deployment. Volunteers should be prepared for approximately eight-hour workdays and physically demanding work. Expect to be tired at the end of the day—but to have accomplished something worthwhile in service to your neighbor. District: Southeastern This registration is for the September 7–11, 2026 deployment only. Separate registrations will be available for any additional deployment weeks. This event is sponsored by SED Disaster Response and hosted by Camp Linn Haven and Mountainside Lutheran Church in Linville, North Carolina. This deployment gives LERT volunteers an opportunity to serve their neighbors in the love of Christ by helping meet physical needs, offering encouragement and sharing the mercy of Jesus Christ. This event is made possible through generous funding from Lutheran Church Charities and LCMS Southeastern District Disaster Response. Description of Work Projects may be added or adjusted as the deployment approaches and local needs continue to develop. Current work includes repairs to damaged farmland and fencing surrounding an approximately 10-acre property. Supplies and materials for the first phase are already on site; volunteers are needed to complete the work. Additional projects may include construction, plumbing, chainsaw work, general cleanup, debris removal, or other recovery work as needs arise. We will provide tools and project-specific supplies as needed. Teams should bring basic personal tools and work gear appropriate for a variety of projects.
Important Information Tetanus: Please make sure your tetanus vaccination is current. Consult your physician regarding any additional recommendations for working in disaster-recovery environments. Expenses: LCMS Disaster Response will cover approved hosting costs for the deployment. Volunteers should bring sufficient funds for personal purchases, incidental expenses, and any recreational activities or meals outside those provided for the deployment. Housing Housing arrangements may vary depending on team size, availability, and existing reservations. Current housing options include: Camp Linn Haven Old Greer House in Banner Elk Bunkhouses located on the worksite property (amenities are more limited at this location)Workdays for this deployment are Monday through Friday, September 7–11. Housing will be coordinated for the registered deployment dates. Anyone arriving earlier or staying later must arrange and pay for additional lodging. Volunteer Coordinator Heather Bassett can recommend nearby accommodations upon request. Meals Groceries for teams may be provided upon request. Teams should prepare a grocery list in advance so the local coordinator can purchase the requested items and have them available before the team arrives. Teams will be responsible for preparing their own meals.What to Pack Please bring: Toiletries Prescription medications Sturdy work boots Work gloves Protective eyewear Masks or other appropriate respiratory protection Long work pants or jeans Work shirts Rain gear Weather-appropriate clothing Extra socksWeather in this region can change quickly and may include rain, wind, sun, cool temperatures, and heat—all within the same day. Pack layers and be prepared for changing conditions. Team leaders may provide additional packing instructions based on assigned projects or specific worksite conditions. Come Prepared to Work This is an active LERT deployment. Volunteers should be prepared for approximately eight-hour workdays and physically demanding work. Expect to be tired at the end of the day—but to have accomplished something worthwhile in service to your neighbor. District: Southeastern Training & Deployment Type: Volunteer Date: Sep 7, 2026 through Sep 11, 2026 Zip Code: 28657 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: LERT Deployment, Marketplace, Mountainside Lutheran, Linville NC, 10-16 thru 17-2026LERT Team members will help set up and operate a local Marketplace to support approximately 100 families still impacted by Hurricane Helene. Team members will be working with Mountainside Lutheran and Camp Linn Haven. Housing is available at the camp for this event. Folks will help with set-up on Friday. Location: 456 Scout CP LN, Newland, NC 28657. District: Southeastern LERT Team members will help set up and operate a local Marketplace to support approximately 100 families still impacted by Hurricane Helene. Team members will be working with Mountainside Lutheran and Camp Linn Haven. Housing is available at the camp for this event. Folks will help with set-up on Friday. Location: 456 Scout CP LN, Newland, NC 28657. District: Southeastern Training & Deployment Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28646 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: LERT deployment, Debris Removal/Rebuild, Eternal Shepherd Lutheran Church (Seneca), Spartanburg SC, November 9-13, 2026This event is sponsored by SED Disaster Response and is in partnership with Eternal Shepherd, Seneca, SC. This event gives participants an opportunity to serve their neighbor in the love of Christ by caring for their physical needs and helping with debris removal and rebuilding. Description of work:This project will involve basic home repairs, rebuilding, and debris removal. This is part of the continuing recovery of activities common to storm damage due to Hurricane Helene in the Spartanburg, SC area. IMPORTANT NOTESLERT background checks are required for this Deployment because we are working in peoples' homes. The LCMS LERT system will take you to the Sterling Volunteers site to get your background check (no cost to all LERT volunteers) when you sign up for this LERT Deployment. Work staging: Spartanburg SC Emergency Management Building, 175 Community College DR, Spartanburg SC 29303 Housing Details: Bunkbeds will be provided Bring bedding and towels... Shower providedParticipants will be responsible for their own meals.Participants need to bring their own PPE and equipment. Clothing appropriate for the season. Toiletries and prescription medicines Sturdy shoes/work boots are necessary for carrying sheets of drywall down steps that have had carpet, etc., removed. Work gloves Protective eyewear Long pants (jeans) and work shirts (of course, socks, etc.) Bedding and towels. District: Southeastern This event is sponsored by SED Disaster Response and is in partnership with Eternal Shepherd, Seneca, SC. This event gives participants an opportunity to serve their neighbor in the love of Christ by caring for their physical needs and helping with debris removal and rebuilding. Description of work:This project will involve basic home repairs, rebuilding, and debris removal. This is part of the continuing recovery of activities common to storm damage due to Hurricane Helene in the Spartanburg, SC area. IMPORTANT NOTESLERT background checks are required for this Deployment because we are working in peoples' homes. The LCMS LERT system will take you to the Sterling Volunteers site to get your background check (no cost to all LERT volunteers) when you sign up for this LERT Deployment. Work staging: Spartanburg SC Emergency Management Building, 175 Community College DR, Spartanburg SC 29303 Housing Details: Bunkbeds will be provided Bring bedding and towels... Shower providedParticipants will be responsible for their own meals.Participants need to bring their own PPE and equipment. Clothing appropriate for the season. Toiletries and prescription medicines Sturdy shoes/work boots are necessary for carrying sheets of drywall down steps that have had carpet, etc., removed. Work gloves Protective eyewear Long pants (jeans) and work shirts (of course, socks, etc.) Bedding and towels. District: Southeastern Training & Deployment Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 29303 Allow Groups: No |