North Carolina Emergency Management (NCEM) has announced the launch of its new campaign, “Prep A Little, Save A Lot,” aimed at helping residents build essential emergency kits affordably. The initiative will run through July and August 2025, encouraging people to gradually gather necessary supplies during regular shopping trips.
The campaign addresses the common challenge of the perceived high cost and complexity of assembling an emergency kit all at once. NCEM Director Will Ray explained, “We understand that the idea of putting together an entire emergency kit can seem daunting, especially with budget concerns.” He added that the campaign is about “breaking down that big task into small, affordable steps” to empower communities to be prepared for any challenges.
Throughout the two-month period, NCEM will highlight different categories of essential emergency supplies each week. These themes include hydration, food, light, communication, health, hygiene, family-specific needs (including pets), shelter, and kit maintenance.
To support this effort, NCEM will share engaging content on social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and X using hashtags like #ReadyNC #PrepALittleSaveALot and #EmergencyKit. Residents are encouraged to visit ReadyNC.gov for weekly checklists and additional resources to aid their preparedness efforts.
Ray emphasized that “preparedness isn’t about fear; it’s about peace of mind.” He urged North Carolinians to participate in the challenge by taking small steps over the next two months to build resilient emergency kits.
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