CHAPEL HILL, NC – One year after Hurricane Helene’s devastation, Verizon announced it is erasing an additional $5 million in consumer debt for thousands of North Carolinians still rebuilding their lives. This second round of relief, which Verizon is implementing through a partnership with ForgiveCo, brings the company’s total debt relief for the region to $15 million.
To bring widespread attention to the ongoing recovery needs of the community, Verizon, a Proud Partner of the University of North Carolina, teamed up with Hall of Fame Coach Roy Williams to make the announcement during the UNC-Clemson football game at Kenan Stadium Saturday.
This announcement follows Verizon’s initial commitment in January 2025, where the company and…