How can I help? Contribute through Zeffy at Restore the Church of the Holy Innocents After Devastating Flood Damage

Why support our Restoration Campaign?

The unprecedented July 2023 flood left extensive damage throughout the church campus. The thrift store was destroyed, walls had to be removed because of mold, and trailer loads of debris were cleared from the property. The rectory flooded, and emergency mitigation work was necessary to prevent further damage. While FEMA has helped fund emergency repairs, significant restoration and preservation work remains unfunded. Community support is essential to complete these projects and protect the church for future generations.

Isn't FEMA paying for the repairs?

FEMA is providing assistance for eligible disaster-related repairs, but it does not cover every restoration expense. The church is responsible for a substantial portion of the project costs, including required matching funds and preservation work that falls outside FEMA's reimbursement guidelines.

Your donation will help fund projects such as:

Historic preservation

Roof repairs

Drainage

Flood mitigation improvements

Restoration of community spaces

Is my donation tax-deductible?

Yes. The Church of the Holy Innocents is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. How can I stay informed? Sign up for our newsletter or follow us on social media for restoration updates, volunteer opportunities, fundraising progress, and upcoming events.

Storm Recovery

July 9, 2023 an historic flash flood became a disaster event for Highland Falls and surrounding communities. Like many homes and businesses, our Church infrastructure was severely impacted and the repairs needed are extensive and costly. Every part of our collective life has been affected: sections of driveway washed out, damage to the gutters and roof caused damage in the sanctuary and remain an issue, our bell tower sustained a significant crack, our lower level thrift shop flooded, along with the rectory basement. The letter and photos below attempt to describe how significant our current need is in response to this catastrophic storm. This page will provide updates on our repair progress and fundraising.
‘Terror and devastation.’ Highland Falls hit with record rainfall in deadly, historic storm (news12.com)