Georgia residents are still experiencing effects of Hurricane Helene one week later. Here’s how you can help

A downed power line in Augusta.
Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Ga., talks with people affected ted by Hurricane Helene before Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris arrives, in Augusta, Ga., Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)

Since Hurricane Helene’s devastating appearance in Georgia last week, thousands of state residents are trying to pick up the pieces and mitigate its effects on their homes, incomes and supplies.

Throughout the metro Atlanta area, various businesses, churches and organizations have provided new opportunities to donate and give back to Peach State residents in need.

The Ameris Bank Amphitheatre will be collecting donations for Helene victims outside of their entrance gates from Oct. 4 to Oct. 6. Suggested items include non-perishable food and pop-top canned food, bottled water, diapers, hygiene products, flashlights, blankets and hand sanitizer.