Lakeshi Satterwhite

Heat is often called the silent disaster because its impacts are widespread, deadly, and frequently overlooked until it’s too late. While hurricanes and floods grab headlines, extreme heat claims more lives annually than most other weather-related hazards. As Heat Safety Awareness Week begins, it’s crucial to recognize extreme heat as a growing public health and community resilience challenge. This post explores practical strategies communities can adopt to prepare for and reduce the risks of...

Climate change is no longer a distant threat. It is already reshaping our communities through extreme heat, flooding, and severe weather events. These changes affect our homes, health, and daily lives. Preparing for these challenges is essential to protect ourselves and our neighbors. Planning Ahead is committed to helping residents gain the knowledge, resources, and confidence needed to face these risks before disaster strikes. We are proud to participate in the Bid for Better Community...

We are thrilled to share that Planning Ahead has been selected as a 2026 mini-grant recipient by Environmental Educators of North Carolina (EENC)! EENC's Mini-Grant Program supports environmental education projects across North Carolina, and this year's cohort was competitive. We're honored to be among the awardees. This funding will directly support our work helping communities move from crisis to readiness, preparing for extreme heat and flooding through hands-on, equity-centered training...