Crockett County nonprofit raises thousands for local emergency aid efforts

ALAMO, Tenn. — Crockett County has an emergency relief program they call NOAH, which is short for “Neighbors Offering Assistance and Hope.”

The organization is set up to assist residents of Crockett County who deal with catastrophic illnesses or natural disasters.

During the 2023-24 fiscal year, NOAH raised more than $67,000 in relief efforts and have an additional $11,000 from fundraising this year.

This nonprofit agency provides assistance with utilities, medication, food, transportation and living assistance.

“We have spent–it’s getting close to $1 million, and all of it is raised by donations and memorials. It’s just amazing what people do to help us,” said Mary Marvin, director of NOAH.

All proceeds are kept in the county and used for this purpose. Here’s how to qualify.

“We consider catastrophic as something that wasn’t planned, like a house fire or an accident. Say a roofer falls off a house–something that’s catastrophic. Then they fill out an information form. The director will contact the other directors, and if the majority think that they will fit our criteria, we check with them to see what kind of help they need,” said Marvin.

Since the start of the program NOAH has helped over 1,000 local residents. The organization is made up of seven directors and the operation is 100% volunteer based.

Contact NOAH at 731-694-4322 to find out about available resources.

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