Support Our Media Efforts to Help Rebuild After Helene
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We are amazed by how this project has shifted, evolved, and grown since our initial initiative. What began as a trailer documenting Asheville’s recovery from Hurricane Helene has sparked a larger vision—a movement to document and actively support the transformation of Asheville into a more sustainable and regenerative community. That first trailer was the fire that ignited this journey, and while we plan to create a new trailer that better represents the evolving docuseries, its impact has been immeasurable.
Over the past three weeks, we’ve partnered with two incredible nonprofit organizations to transform Blueprint Appalachia into a collaborative project. This effort aims to highlight how innovative solutions and community-driven initiatives can not only rebuild Asheville but set an example for sustainable recovery worldwide.
While we are finalizing these partnerships, we are dedicating our time and resources to laying the groundwork for this impactful project. We’re preparing to pitch this initiative to larger funding sources, until then, we need your support to keep moving forward.
Blueprint Appalachia has grown beyond a docuseries—it’s becoming a movement. It will serve as a tangible blueprint for communities facing disaster recovery, focusing on community resilience, regenerative solutions like soil remediation and water restoration, and preserving Asheville’s unique culture.
Your contributions will help us:
- Document Asheville’s recovery journey and create a model for sustainable disaster recovery.
- Highlight grassroots efforts and innovative solutions that inspire change.
- Continue offering free video services to local businesses and individuals impacted by the storm, helping them gain visibility and support.
Below is the high level summary from our pitch deck to share more about this evolving vision. We are also thrilled to announce that our website for Blueprint Appalachia will launch later this week. Every contribution, even $20, helps us take the next step in bringing this movement to life.
Here is a High-Level Summary from our Pitch Deck
Mission
To inspire sustainable recovery and systemic regeneration through storytelling, collaboration, and innovation. Blueprint Appalachia documents Asheville’s recovery after Hurricane Helene, highlighting community resilience, cultural preservation, and transformative solutions that create a replicable model for disaster recovery worldwide.
Vision
A world where disaster recovery becomes an opportunity for transformation—not just rebuilding what was lost but creating resilient, thriving communities rooted in sustainability, inclusivity, and innovation. Blueprint Appalachia envisions Appalachia as a global model of how collaborative efforts can harmonize environmental, social, and economic systems for long-term regeneration.
Values
- Resilience: Celebrating the strength and adaptability of communities during times of crisis.
- Collaboration: Bridging nonprofits, experts, governments, and local leaders to foster impactful partnerships.
- Innovation: Showcasing forward-thinking solutions like soil remediation, water restoration, and renewable energy systems.
- Cultural Integrity: Preserving Appalachian heritage, arts, and traditions as a foundation for future growth.
- Transparency: Upholding truth and trust through unbiased, authentic storytelling.
Purpose
Blueprint Appalachia is a powerful docuseries that serves as both a guide and inspiration for communities recovering from disaster. Through compelling storytelling, it chronicles the resilience and determination of individuals and organizations working together to rebuild their city after Hurricane Helene. This series dives deep into the challenges of recovery, highlighting innovative solutions, sustainable practices, and the enduring spirit of Appalachia. By sharing these transformative stories, Blueprint Appalachia provides a roadmap for other communities facing similar challenges, demonstrating that even in the wake of devastation, hope and progress can thrive.
To create a transformative docuseries and movement that:
- Inspires Action: Engages communities worldwide with practical, scalable solutions for sustainable recovery.
- Amplifies Voices: Highlights the stories of those most impacted by Hurricane Helene to foster connection and awareness.
- Promotes Collaboration: Demonstrates the power of partnerships in building systems that are equitable, resilient, and regenerative.
- Educates: Provides tools, resources, and case studies for policymakers, organizations, and communities to adopt innovative recovery practices.
- Drives Change: Sparks a global conversation about rethinking disaster recovery as an opportunity for systemic improvement.
Key Themes
- Community Resilience: Uplifting grassroots efforts and the unwavering spirit of the people.
- Expert-Driven Solutions: Implementing regenerative practices like soil health, water restoration, and bioregional economies.
- Cultural Preservation: Celebrating and sustaining the unique identity of Appalachia through art, storytelling, and heritage.
- Collaborative Governance: Showcasing the role of decentralized, community-driven frameworks in recovery efforts.
Larger Vision
Aligned with the ethos of systemic regeneration, Blueprint Appalachia transcends traditional recovery efforts by integrating financial, environmental, and cultural resources to create sustainable, scalable solutions. Through partnerships with organizations like Blue Rise Commons and local nonprofits, this initiative demonstrates how collaboration can address root vulnerabilities while fostering long-term resilience. By showcasing real-world applications of these concepts, the project creates a blueprint adaptable to disaster recovery efforts globally.
Why It Matters
- For Communities: Empowers those on the frontlines of recovery with innovative strategies and resources.
- For Policy Leaders: Offers replicable frameworks for planning sustainable, inclusive rebuilding efforts.
- For Global Audiences: Provides hope and actionable insights to communities facing similar challenges worldwide.
Blueprint Appalachia is more than a docuseries; it is a call to action and a movement toward a regenerative future.
Thank you to everyone who has already donated—you’ve made this growth possible. With your continued support, we can keep this momentum going and turn Asheville’s recovery into a beacon of hope and resilience for communities everywhere.
For updates, visit mspearlproductions.com or follow us on IG @ms.pearlproductions.
Let’s help Asheville rise—together.
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Organizer
Briana Pond
Organizer
Asheville, NC