About
Our Mission & Purpose
United Carolinas Cavalry is a disaster relief nonprofit serving communities across North and South Carolina. We focus on restoring critical infrastructure and natural systems through four key areas: Apiary Rejuvenation, rebuilding bee populations vital to agriculture; Agricultural Rebuild, supporting farmers and food systems post-disaster; Aviation Transport, delivering aid swiftly to remote areas; and Ground Transport, mobilizing supplies and volunteers on the ground. Powered by grassroots support and a commitment to resilience, we unite communities to rebuild stronger—together.
Meet the Team
Molly Springs
Executive Director
Molly Springs serves as the Executive Director of United Carolinas Cavalry, leading the organization’s mission to support communities across the Carolinas before, during, and after disaster. Her connection to UCC began during the Hurricane Helene Airlift Relief effort at the Statesville Airport, an experience that deeply shaped her commitment to service and community resilience.
For more than a decade, Molly has practiced law in North Carolina as the owner and Managing Partner of Springs Law Firm, where she has advocated for accident and injury victims during some of their most challenging moments. Her work with UCC rekindled a renewed sense of purpose, inspiring her to help build an organization rooted in compassion, collaboration and neighbor-to-neighbor support.
Molly lives in Mooresville, North Carolina with her husband and three children. She enjoys traveling, riding her motorcycle and serving alongside the growing Cavalry as they work to strengthen and uplift communities across the region.
Joel Amick
Managing Director – CIO
Joel Amick is a visionary leader with a passion for service. With over 20 years in the Financial Services sector, Joel spearheaded Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Fortune 100 companies, driving innovation and risk mitigation.
After a successful corporate career, Joel retired to focus on philanthropy, co-founding United Carolinas Cavalry, a nonprofit dedicated to rapid disaster relief in North and South Carolina. Leveraging his leadership skills, he mobilizes resources and volunteers to aid communities impacted by natural disasters.
A leader with both business acumen and a deep sense of compassion, Joel continues to bridge innovation and humanitarian aid, ensuring communities in crisis receive the support they need.
