PIKE COUNTY RELIEF SERVICES
Did you know that many families from Pike County, Kentucky are still displaced across the region after the devastating flooding in February 2025?
Through no fault of their own, these children have already endured so much, and many will spend this Christmas in temporary or unsuitable housing as recovery efforts continue.
We are asking our community to come together and help bring joy to these children during the Christmas season. Pike County Relief Services Inc. in partnership with Pikeville Area Family YMCA will be collecting these gifts through Monday, December 22nd and our dedicated caseworkers will begin distributing them to families shortly after. Any gift, big or small, is truly appreciated. These gifts are for children between the ages of 0 and 18, boys and girls. Simply wrap your gift, attach a Christmas tag stating appropriate age, and whether boy or girl.
Donations can be dropped off at the Pikeville Area Family YMCA at 424 Bob Amos Dr., Pikeville, KY 41501. Cash donations can be made here
February 2025 Flooding
On February 15th, our community in the mountains of Eastern Kentucky was struck by catastrophic floods for the second time in the last 3 years. While our neighbors have shown great generosity and resilience, we are grateful for those who may contribute to help us build back.
Help us Advocate
for Remediation Efforts
Flooding is a recurring nightmare for us in Appalachia, and there's a clear reason why this happens: the creeks and Fishtrap Lake, crucial bodies of water in Pike County, have become clogged with silt, debris, and rocks. The water levels are rising, edging closer to the roads and homes where we live and work, presenting an undeniable risk to property and, more importantly, to lives.
The detrimental effects of flooding on our community cannot be overstated. It severely jeopardizes the safety and welfare of families, displaces residents, and causes irrevocable harm to the lands we love. The solution is clear and actionable: dredge these waterways to restore them to their natural capacity.
Sign this petition to support the dredging of Pike County's waterways, ensuring a safer environment for all of us who reside here. Let's take a stand together to protect our homes, our families, and our future in Appalachia. By signing, you're lending your voice to a crucial cause that seeks to prevent further tragedy in our community.
WHAT WE DO
Connect homeowners
with resources needed to regain normalcy
Assist residents
in navigating Federal and State assistance
Equip
teams and donors to assist Pike county in rebuilding