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You are enjoying the world premiere of Air Angels: Flight Helene, an inspirational documentary about the every day heroes who jumped into action to help people they did not know devastated by catastrophic Hurricane Helene, using their own aircraft, vehicles, resources and time.
Yes, this film chronicles what happened to create these incredible missions of assistance and kindness, but perhaps, more important, the film simply highlights the very best of humanity.
This event not only features the world premiere of the film, there is also a live portion of the event:
Recognizing some of the "air angels" who appear in the film
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Honoring local and national heroes for their selfless work dedicated to helping others.
Special Awards given to:
Stacey Buckner
A CNN Hero and stroke survivor who mobilized immediately following Hurricane Helene, providing showers, food, and essential supplies to displaced families and homeless veterans across impacted communities, through charitable organizations Off-Road Outreach and Veterans Services of the Carolinas.
Award provided by Just Do GOOD Entertainment
and High Tide Aviation
NC Urban Search and Rescue Task Force 9
A division of the Fayetteville Fire and Police Departments in partnership with Cape Fear Valley EMS, whose 40 members bravely deployed to Western North Carolina during Hurricane Helene to rescue flood victims.
Award provided by Just Do GOOD Entertainment
and Nothing Bundt Cakes, Fayetteville and Pinehurst
About This Premiere
This WORLD PREMIERE Event Includes:
The Fayetteville Police Color Guard
National Anthem Sung by Faith Malua
RECOGNITION
Mayor Mitch Colvin will present a proclamation declaring November 11, 2025, AIR ANGELS DAY in the city of Fayetteville, North Carolina.
HONORING
The team behind NC Urban Search and Rescue Task Force 9 (Award given by Nothing Bundt Cakes and Just Do GOOD Entertainment)
Stacey Buckner (Award given by High Tide Aviation and Just Do GOOD Entertainment)
VIDEOS
NC Urban Search and Rescue Task Force 9
Stacey Buckner presented an award by Brooke Shields on CNN
Introduction to Air Angels: Flight Helene by David Smith, Robinson Helicopter Company
Jason Quinn, Rescue Expert Message
SPECIAL SURPRISES
Prize winners randomly chosen to receive:
Smithfield Hams
Gift Certificate for Course at School of Visual Arts
Restaurant Gift Certificates
and the
GRAND PRIZE:
A Balabushka Cue Stick, Courtesy of the Balabushka Cue Company, renowned for being featured in the Academy Award Winning Film, The Color of Money.
Every attendee will receive either an Air Angels commemorative pin or a foam airplane flyer, valuable coupons to Anchor Allie's and Nothing Bundt Cakes, and a postcard indicating that you are one of the few who have been to the world premiere of Air Angels: Flight Helene in Fayetteville, North Carolina.
Please use #justdogood and #airangels for any of your social media postings.
Sponsors
Creative Team
Monty Hobbs
Valerie Smaldone
Jay Batchler
Joseph Cipri
David Pascua
Ernest Sparkman
Rob Fortunato
Pat Gallaher
D.C. Cardinali
Achillera "Niki" Tyson
Photos
Air Angels Trailer-Winner-Chicago Amarcord Arthouse Television Awards
Producers of Air Angels and Cast
NC Rescue Urban Search and Rescue Task Force 9
Stacey Buckner, CNN Hero, Founder, Off-Road Outreach
Brooke Shields recognizes Stacey Buckner as a CNN Hero
Gilbert Baez, Host
Gilbert reporting
Gilbert receives the Key to Fayetteville from Mayor Mitch Colvin
New Hanover Commissioner LeAnn Pierce and Gilbert Baez
Steve Garin and Gilbert Baez
Jason Quinn, Rescue Expert
Craig McCotter
Jonathan Howard
Zeb Hadley
Erika Zangwill
Steve Garin
Zeb Hadley and Jonathan Howard
Marissa and Thomas Capel, owners of Nothing Bundt Cakes-Fayetteville and Pinehurst locations
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Sponsors
Our cherished PRESENTING SPONSOR, Nothing Bundt Cakes, along with Just Do GOOD Entertainment, provided an award to NC Search and Rescue Task Force 9 for their tireless work in rescuing and recovering victims of Hurricane Helene
High Tide Aviation and Just Do GOOD Entertainment provided an award to Stacey Buckner for her incredible work with homeless veterans providing outreach, support and basic necessities.
Just DO GOOD Entertainment donated all tickets to the 3 PM world premiere show to veterans, active duty military and first responders
Non-Profit Affiliate
Non-Profit Affiliate https://www.militaryonesource.mil/
Just Do GOOD Entertainment is so grateful to our cherished sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
Nothing Bundt Cakes, Fayetteville and Pinehurst
Gold Sponsor
Robinson Helicopter Company
Media Sponsor
Cumulus Radio, Fayetteville
Sponsor-A-Hero
High Tide Aviation
Nothing Bundt Cakes, Fayetteville and Pinehurst
In Kind Sponsors:
Balabushka Cue Company (GRAND PRIZE-Balabushka Cue Stick)
School of Visual Arts (Course at School of Visual Arts)
North Carolina Welding Company (Restaurant Gift Certificates)
Good Ole Boy Media (Smithfield Ham Gift Certificates)
And many thanks to:
Anchor Allie's and Nothing Bundt Cakes for providing discount coupons to their food establishments to the audience
With Gratitude
To produce a live event, it takes a team of people who believe in what you are doing. With that, we are so grateful to the companies, organizations and people who helped make this event possible.
Presenting Sponsor: Nothing Bundt Cakes, Fayetteville and Pinehurst
Gold Sponsor: Robinson Helicopter Company
Sponsor-A-Hero: High Tide Aviation
Sponsor-A-Hero: Nothing Bundt Cakes, Fayetteville and Pinehurst
Media Sponsor: Cumulus Radio/Fayetteville Market
In Kind Sponsors: Balabushka Cue Company, School of Visual Arts, North Carolina Welding, Good Ole Boy Media
And many thanks to:
Stacey Buckner
The City of Fayetteville
Gilbert Baez
Col. Mary Ricks
Capt. Stephen Shakeshaft
Mayor Mitch Colvin
The Cameo Art House Theatre
DistiNCtly Fayetteville
Anchor Allie's
Marissa Capel
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Guestbook
Sponsors
Non-Profit Affiliates
Off Road Outreach's Vision: Compassionate Approach: We understand the unique needs and challenges faced by Veterans and approach our work with empathy, compassion, and respect Community Engagement: We actively engage in the community to foster partnerships, raise awareness, and create a network of support for Veterans and their families. Impactful Programs: Our programs are designed to address the most pressing issues facing Veterans, providing tangible solutions and support to improve their quality of life. Dedicated Team: Our team is comprised of passionate individuals who are committed to serving Veterans and making a positive impact on their lives. https://www.offroadoutreach.org/
Presenting Sponsor-Nothing Bundt Cakes, Fayetteville and Pinehurst FAYETTEVILLE LOCATION: 2844 Freedom Pkwy Dr Suite-1 28314, Fayetteville, NC 28314 Phone: (910) 900-7664 PINEHURST LOCATION: 233 Carolina Green Pkwy, Southern Pines, NC 28387 Phone: (910) 725-6555
Robinson Helicopter Company is an Air Angels partner and sponsor
Cumulus Media Sponsor
Sponsor-A-Hero
GRAND PRIZE-Balabushka Cue Stick from the Balabushka Cue Company
Prize-Course at School of Visual Arts, NY, Remote or On-Campus
North Carolina Welding Provided Restaurant Gift Certificate Prizes
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