(WCIV) — Carolina Panthers Charities announced Friday a grant program to aid high school athletic programs in North and South Carolina that were impacted by Hurricane Helene. Supported bythe David & Nicole Tepper Foundation, the organization said the grant funding will assist programs in replacing or repairing sports equipment, supplies or athletic infrastructure lost or damaged due to the recent storm damage. “Hurricane Helene and its aftermath was devastating for communities across the region, with many high schools sustaining significant loss or damage to athletic equipment or facilities,” said Riley Fields, Carolina Panthers director of community relations. “The Carolina Panthers have a longstanding history of supporting schools and student-athletes across the Carolinas and will continue to do so by helping fund critical repairs and equipment replacement for high school athletic programs.” Athletic programs can apply for the grant funding which ranges from $5,000 to $25,000. Officials will determine funding amounts individually. Categories: News, Sports Tags: Carolina Panthers