Public Safety, Disaster Preparedness & Relief
Operation Helo Inc
CORNELIUS, NC
Total revenue
$5.3M
Total expenses
$382K
Net assets
$4.9M
Grants received
$2.3M
14 grants
EIN
331291330
Tax year
2024
Mission
Operation helo is a volunteer-led disaster relief organization bringing help and hope from the skies. Using the power of aviation and a coalition of skilled volunteers, veterans, and pilots, we reach the unreachable in their darkest hours. We deliver life-saving support, bridge the gaps traditional relief cannot, and stay until recovery is complete. No community should face disaster alone, and we make sure they never do.
Programs
1 program
Our recovery program sustained families through temporary housing support (including purchased/donated camper homes) and essential household stabilization where disasters caused prolonged displacement. In partnership with local officials and community groups, we coordinated placements and provided seasonal essentials where needed, prioritizing the most vulnerable households. These activities complement response operations and improve long term resilience.
Financials
FY 2024
Revenue
Expenses
People
5 listed
MATT MCSWAIN
EXECUTIVE DI
$26K
20 hrs/wk
ERIC ROBINSON
DIRECTOR/SEC
$22K
20 hrs/wk
TONY MARKS
CHAIRMAN
—
5 hrs/wk
RICK RUFFIN
DIRECTOR/TRE
—
10 hrs/wk
GREG SIMMONS
VICE CHAIRMA
—
5 hrs/wk
Grants received
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