LoveHendo: Supporting Our Community in Times of Crisis

Love Hendo embodies our community’s resilience, providing critical support to local businesses through the All in for Hendo fund, originally created during COVID-19. Evolving to meet various business needs, this fund now powers the Love Hendo Business Recovery Fund. Supported by the Community Foundation of Henderson County, Henderson County Chamber of Commerce, Tourism Development Authority, Partnership for Economic Development, Blue Ridge Community College Small Business Center, and Friends of Downtown Hendersonville, you can contribute through donations, sponsorships, or by purchasing a Love Hendo T-shirt. Business owners affected by recent challenges can apply for funding through the LoveHendo website or contact the Community Foundation of Henderson County at (828) 697-6224 or email at info@cfhcforever.org.

Get Involved

•  Donate or Support
  • Donate Directly to Community Foundation of Henderson County. 
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    • The LoveHendo Business Recovery Grants program is made possible by generous donors and organizations to support the restortaion fo the impact on Hurricane Helene to the small business community of Hendrsonville and Henderson County. 
  • Partner through the Chamber by sponsoring at a level described below. Contact the Chamber for more details.  

    • Business Champion – $2,500

      • Get your logo added in a prominent location on our weekly e-news.
      • Additional benefits tailored to your contribution.
      • Special acknowledgment in event materials and promotions.

      Business Partner – $1,000

      • Have your logo included in our weekly e-news.
      • Additional benefits tailored to your contribution.
      • Recognition in materials for events and fund promotions.

      Business Supporter – $500

      • Your logo featured in our weekly e-news.
      • Additional acknowledgment in fund-related materials.

      Each sponsorship level helps us respond quickly to business needs and provides essential resources to help our community thrive. Contact the Chamber for more details or how to get involved as a Sponsor.

• Purchase a LoveHendo T-Shirt
  • For just $20, you can wear your community pride while contributing to this vital fund—half of the proceeds will go directly into All in for Hendo. The design, originally introduced during the pandemic, has returned as a symbol of our community’s enduring strength.
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 Support Local Business

Beyond contributing to the All in for Hendo fund, you can help local businesses by shopping directly with them. We’ve compiled a list of member businesses where you can purchase gift cards or use their services, especially during this impacted tourist season due to Hurricane Helene. You can also head to ShopWNC to view more of our mountain towns in the WNC region who need support during this time. 

Agriculture, Fishing & Forestry

Restaurants, Food & Beverages

Retail and Specialty Shopping

Your support keeps our local economy strong.

 Together, We're All In for Hendo

By uniting as a community, we ensure that no business faces these challenges alone. Whether you're a local resident or a visitor who loves this area, your support through Love Hendo helps sustain our vibrant local economy.