Southeastern North Carolina is prone to hurricanes. In the past several years, the region has experienced several hurricanes including Hurricane Fran, Hurricane Floyd, and Hurricane Florence.  Most recently, the area experienced millions in damages due to Hurricane Florence leaving many parts of the area in peril.  Many residents continue to suffer the effects of the hurricane including homelessness, continued residency in damaged homes, and loss of business ventures. 

Unfortunately, many of those negatively affected by Hurricane Florence lack the knowledge of the resources to rebuild their lives. The Mt. Calvary Center for Leadership Development seeks to connect people with natural disaster relief informational resources to assist people with restoration efforts. Mt. Calvary partners with several agencies in government, business, education, and other areas to serve as a hub of information for those seeking hurricane relief. Mt. Calvary provides a holistic training that takes serious people and their hurricane related problems. Mt. Calvary trains leaders to provide information about the basic human needs such as shelter, food and water, and medical services.  Mt. Calvary trains students with smart preparation and direct relief response. This includes work assisting people prior to the hurricane and responses after the hurricane. The training at the Mt. Calvary Leadership Development Center will benefit the first responders and the communities they serve.