"Leading the way so you can go further"

Grounded Boots Relief is a volunteer-driven nonprofit that provides post-disaster reconnaissance, communication, and logistical support across the Southeast. We work alongside emergency managers, VOADs, and local partners to deliver real-time information and critical aid where it’s needed most. Join us in leading the way, so others can go further.

Who We Are

Born in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene in 2024, Grounded Boots Relief was founded to fill a critical gap in early disaster response. Our dedicated team of volunteers is committed to stepping into action when every second counts. We specialize in reaching the hardest-hit, often isolated areas—delivering relief supplies, clearing debris, and providing immediate support to survivors.

Our Mission

We show up in times of crisis to independently observe and report on rapidly changing conditions, providing reliable information to emergency services and relief organizations so they can act with clarity and confidence.

Our Values

Grounded Boots Relief is built on readiness, service, integrity, resilience, and collaboration. We prepare before disaster strikes so we can act quickly when it matters most. We put people first, showing up in their hardest moments. We believe in building strength in communities and in ourselves, and we know we go further together. We are inclusive in all we do, serving people of every religion, race, gender, and orientation without exception.

How We Assist and Collaborate

EMERGENCY MANAGERS

We provide first-in reconnaissance, mapping blocked roads, flood lines, and safe ingress and egress routes with geo-tagged photos and time stamps. Our ICS-trained volunteers share clear summaries and priority lists that inform staging, POD setup, and resource allocation. When communications are limited, we stand up radio and satellite links to keep information moving.

VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATIONS

We work closely with local VOADs (Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster) and other response groups to strengthen coordination, reduce duplication, and increase impact. Our primary focus is on reconnaissance: observing and reporting conditions in the field so partners know exactly where resources are needed. By feeding real-time information into the VOAD network, we help ensure that supplies and services reach the right places faster. While our role is primarily assessment and communication, we also assist with targeted delivery of essentials such as generators, propane, and water when immediate needs arise.

LOCAL COMMUNITIES

We work alongside local leaders to identify immediate needs, from access clearing to welfare checks. When situations necessitate, our teams can help deliver generators, MREs, water, and propane, and provide reconnaissance that connects unmet needs to VOAD networks and local services for continued support.

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Join Us in Making a Difference

Your help can bring hope to those in need. By volunteering with us, you can directly impact lives and support our community during times of disaster. Together, we can provide the assistance that makes a real difference. Join us today to lend a hand and share your skills where they are needed most.

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