Asheville, NC
Emergency
Dawn Starks
BlueRidge TaeKwonDo Flood
Fellow Martial Artists,
We’re reaching out today with heavy hearts but hopeful spirits. Our beloved Taekwondo studio in Asheville, NC, was severely damaged by Hurricane Helene. This space has been more than just a martial arts studio—it’s been a safe haven, a place of growth, discipline, and community for children, adults, and families alike, as well as a place of employment for several dedicated staff members.
The storm has caused extensive damage to the building, and while we’re thankful that everyone is safe, the road to recovery will be long and costly. Repairs include replacing damaged flooring, martial arts mats, restoring our equipment, and more, we aren't yet fully aware of the extent of the damage.
This is where we need your help.
We’re asking our extended community to come together and help us rebuild so we can continue providing a place of learning, confidence-building, and connection. Whether you’ve trained with us or simply believe in the power of martial arts and community, your support means everything.
Any donation, no matter the size, will go directly to the restoration of the studio. Here are a few ways your contribution can help:
- $25 can help replace essential training gear for students.
- $50 will assist in repairing the mats and flooring for safe practice.
- $100 can go toward restoring walls and structural damage.
- $250+ will make a huge impact on getting the studio back to its full potential.
We are so grateful for your consideration, and we know that with your help, we’ll not only restore our studio but come back even stronger than before. Together, we can make sure that our space continues to be a cornerstone of learning, discipline, and community for all. Western North Carolina is suffering, and we want them to at least have a safe place to lean on each other in this catastrophic time.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for standing with us in this challenging time. We look forward to welcoming you back into our restored studio soon.
With gratitude,
Blue Ridge Taekwondo
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