Roy Williams partners with Verizon to erase $10 million in Hurricane Helene debt

After Hurricane Helene devastated North Carolina, a state legend is stepping in to help. Legendary UNC coach Roy Williams partnered with Verizon to help erase $10 million in debt, the company announced.

Verizon helped clear medical, financial and other debts as part of a venture with ForgiveCo. The “random acts of kindness” model surprised those affected by the storm with the relief, and Williams delivered the news.

“Verizon’s random acts of kindness will lift up thousands of North Carolinians that were left vulnerable to Hurricane Helene’s devastation,” Williams said in a statement. “These are challenging times, but I’ve seen the strength and resilience of this community. Verizon’s support is a powerful reminder that no one is alone, and together, we’ll rise stronger. It’s a privilege to share this message of hope with the incredible people of North Carolina.”

The efforts with ForgiveCo marked the second time Verizon gave back to help with the devastation from Hurricane Helene. The company previously partnered with United Way of North Carolina to donate $400,000 shortly after the storm ravaged the state.

“Verizon believes in the power of connection, not only through our technology but through the bonds we build with the communities we serve,” said Leigh Anne Lanier, Verizon’s Atlantic South Marketing President. “To the 6,500 individuals impacted by this initiative and the broader Western North Carolina community, we are with you. We will always stand by you, not just as a business, but as a partner and a neighbor.”

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