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Supporting Western NC

 Due to the urgent infant feeding needs in Western North Carolina following Hurricane Helene, NCBC is compiling a list of resources and action items aimed at supporting families and providers in Western North Carolina.

FIND RESOURCES​

SAFE Infant Feeding in Emergencies​

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WNC Infant Feeding Crisis

Thinking about volunteering or donating supplies, or do you need Infant Feeding Sanitation Kits? The SAFE - Support & Advocacy for Infant Feeding in Emergencies - resource offers vital information about the Infant Feeding Sanitation Kits and how you can help.

 

From online guides to local support, the Infant Feeding Crisis Response: Western NC Hurricane Helene webpage provides a list of resources to navigate this difficult situation.

DONATE​

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Money or Time

Any donations made before October 31, 2024, will be used to support breastfeeding and lactation providers. They are the boots on the ground during this crisis.

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And we are seeking Infant Feeding Specialists to support the efforts. Sign up to volunteer!

Note: There are tabs at the top of the page for the week/month, and you can scroll down the page for available dates.

REQUEST SUPPORT​

Financial

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In-Person Volunteers

If you are a lactation support provider in Western North Carolina and need financial support, please complete the form.

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If you are a volunteer, the in-person support form will help in coordinating and meeting community needs effectively

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Welcome!

We're glad you're here.

 

Learn more about lactation advocacy and support, find resources for parents and providers, and discover breastfeeding-friendly businesses, communities, and clinics in North Carolina.

Our Commitment

As a nonprofit, volunteer-run organization, NCBC serves as a resource hub for families, advocates, providers, organizations, and businesses.  

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In North Carolina, you have the right to breastfeed anywhere you are legally allowed to be. You are also entitled to protections while breastfeeding or pumping at work.

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