In this exclusive PEOPLE story, Lyndsey and Tony Simpson share their journey of keeping Hendersonville Toy Company alive in western North Carolina after Hurricane Helene devastated their community, highlighting the resilience of small business owners and their commitment to serving local families.
Learn more about the Simpsons, their road to recovery, and how a $5,000 grant from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation in partnership with American Express helped keep their business afloat.
To learn more about the Small Business Hurricane Recovery Grant Program click here.
Family Opened Dream Toy Store. After Hurricane Helene, They’re Fighting to Stay Open, But Hopeful.
Published in PEOPLE on December 24, 2024