Purchasing a WNC Strong x Lodge® cast iron skillet goes beyond acquiring high-quality cookware—each purchase is a direct investment in the resilience and recovery of Western North Carolina.

Here's how your support makes an impact:

1. Funding Relief Efforts

A portion of every skillet sale is reinvested into essential recovery initiatives:

• Housing Repairs: Assisting families in rebuilding homes damaged or destroyed by Hurricane Helene.
• Small Business Grants: Empowering local businesses to recover, reopen, and continue serving their communities.

2. Supporting Local Economies

By purchasing a skillet, you:

• Drive economic recovery by supporting local artisans, suppliers, and small businesses.
• Encourage tourism through our local pickup option, which brings visitors into the heart of Western North Carolina to explore the region and support other local enterprises.

3. Symbolizing Resilience

Each skillet features a mountain-inspired relief design, serving as a tangible reminder of the Appalachian community’s strength and determination. It’s not just cookware—it’s a symbol of hope and unity for families rebuilding their lives.

4. Fostering Community Connections

Every skillet purchased contributes to a broader mission of restoring and revitalizing Western North Carolina, helping individuals and families feel supported by a caring, engaged community.

By choosing the WNC Strong x Lodge® skillet, you’re cooking with purpose, preserving tradition, and helping to rebuild lives. Together, we’re crafting a stronger, more resilient Western North Carolina—one skillet at a time.