Goodhue, MN Nov. 1, 2024) – Knobelsdorff (KE) is stepping up to support communities in North Carolina devastated by recent hurricanes through a two-part relief effort: a local drive to collect essential cold-weather gear and the mobilization of about 40 employees for a three-week disaster recovery mission. 

The company is calling on local communities and businesses to join the cause by donating NEW blankets, basic clothing, socks, underwear, and gift cards (Amazon, Walmart, VISA) and new or gently used working dehumidifiers, which will be transported and distributed to families in need.

The entire area is also in need of generators, businesses and individuals can donate used, in working condition generators or money to be used towards the purchase of generators.

MOBILIZATION EFFORTS BEGIN NOVEMBER 4TH

On Monday, Nov. 4, KE will deploy a 40-person team to North Carolina, where they will spend three weeks aiding in disaster recovery. 

The crew will assist in repairing electrical infrastructure, clearing debris, and participating in the rebuilding of homes for families whose lives have been turned upside down by the storms. 

In addition to physical labor, the team will deliver cold-weather supplies to vulnerable families, ensuring they are prepared for the upcoming winter. 

The supplies were collected from a donation drive at Goodhue Schools Nov. 1.

COMMUNITY SUPPORT & RELIEF DRIVE

To further support hurricane-affected communities, KE has organized a relief drive in Goodhue, Red Wing and Zumbrota, MN. 

The company is partnering with local businesses to collect the following essential items:

  • New or gently used working dehumidifiers
  • New or gently used generators
  • Gift cards (Amazon, Walmart, VISA)
  • Cash donations to go towards the purchase of generators

Community members are encouraged to contribute, with donation drop-offs available three different dates and locations. 

Donors are to look for the KE semi and Vieths Trucking trailer. 

Please note relief organizers are requesting limited new essential clothing items only as they have a surplus of used donations.

  • Monday, November 4th
    Goodhue Country Station/C-Store, 202 Front Street, Goodhue, MN 55027, 3pm-7pm
  • Tuesday, November 5th
    Red Wing Slumberland, 160 Tyler Rd N, Red Wing, MN 55066, 3pm-7pm
  • Wednesday, November 6th
    Mosaic Fast Lane, 1855 Roscoe Ave, Zumbrota, MN 55992, 3pm-7pm

“We’ve seen firsthand how disasters can disrupt entire communities,” said CEO Karl von Knobelsdorff. 

“By mobilizing our team and gathering critical supplies, we hope to make a lasting difference for the families and communities in North Carolina. 

"It’s our responsibility and privilege to lend a hand where it’s needed most.”

HOW TO GET INVOLVED

KE invites the local community to join this meaningful cause. 

Contributions will be loaded onto trucks and driven to North Carolina, where they will be distributed directly to families in need.

For more information about KE’s hurricane relief efforts or how you can support this mission, please contact Megan Ramaker or Tiffany Gadient.