As winter settles into Nash and Edgecombe counties, many families and individuals face the harsh realities of cold temperatures and economic challenges. Fortunately, our community offers a variety of resources to provide warmth, food, and clothing to those in need. Below is a comprehensive guide to local shelters, food assistance programs, and clothing services available during this season.

Shelters and Warmth Assistance

Bassett Center

Offers transitional housing for families with children.
Location: Rocky Mount, NC
Contact: 252-985-0078

United Community Ministries Shelter

Provides community shelter for men and women (no children).
Location: Rocky Mount, NC
Contact: 252-985-1650

Hand-Up Ministries

Operates two shelters for men facing homelessness or addiction.
Location: Rocky Mount, NC
Contact: 252-469-0323

My Sister's House

A safe haven for survivors of domestic violence and their children.
Location: Nash and Edgecombe Counties
Website: My Sister's House
Emergency Line: 252-459-3094

Tarboro Community Outreach, Inc.

Runs a men’s shelter and “The Blessing Place” for women.
Location: Tarboro, NC
Contact: 252-823-8801

Mercer Foundation

Dedicated to providing housing and support for veterans.
Contact: 252-955-7033

The Impact Center

Opens as a warming center when the temperature drops below 35 degrees.
Location: Rocky Mount, NC
Contact: 252-220-9237 or 252-231-2462

WARM Program (City of Rocky Mount)

Offers heating fuel assistance during winter months.
Administered by: Salvation Army
Contact: 252-446-4496

Food Assistance

Ripe for Revival Market

Mobile market with daily location changes. Check their schedule here!

A Touch of the Father’s Love

Food distribution by appointment.
Location: Nashville, NC
Contact: 252-377-2209

Abundant Life Ministries

Operates a food pantry on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays.
Location: Rocky Mount, NC
Contact: 252-557-1333

Church of the Good Shepherd

Offers a small “take-what-you-need” food box replenished twice weekly.
Location: Rocky Mount, NC
Website: Good Shepherd Rocky Mount
Contact: 252-442-1134

Faith Christian Ministries

Provides a food pantry and emergency food support.
Location: Nashville, NC
Website: Faith Christian Ministries
Contact: 252-459-7977

Kelly’s Community Pantry

Open 24/7 with a variety of goods, including food and toiletries.
Location: Tarboro, NC
Contact: 252-714-6834

Meals on Wheels

Delivers food to individuals aged 60+.
Contact: 252-446-4336 (Rocky Mount) | 252-823-8411 (Tarboro)
Website: Meals on Wheels NC

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church

Hosts a food pantry twice a month.
Location: Rocky Mount, NC
Website: Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Contact: 252-972-0452

Salvation Army

Offers food boxes, clothing, and more (appointment required).
Location: Rocky Mount, NC
Website: Salvation Army Rocky Mount
Contact: 252-446-4496

Tarboro Community Outreach

Daily food pantry services.
Location: Tarboro, NC
Contact: 252-823-8801

Saint Andrews Episcopal Church

Provides food pantry services every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 to 11:00 AM.
Location: Rocky Mount, NC
Contact: 252-443-2070

Clothing and Supplies

Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church

Offers a clothes closet available weekly.
Location: Rocky Mount, NC
Contact: 252-446-2378

Angel’s Attic Ministry

Provides free clothing, knickknacks, and furniture.
Location: Elm City, NC
Website: Angel’s Attic
Contact: 252-218-1904

The Salvation Army Thrift Store

Sells gently used household items and clothing.
Location: Rocky Mount, NC
Website: Salvation Army Rocky Mount
Contact: 252-446-4496

Mount Zion First Baptist Church

Distributes non-perishable food items and clothing on the 3rd Saturday of each month.
Location: Rocky Mount, NC
Contact: 252-442-1627

These organizations are pillars of hope and support, ensuring that no one in our community goes without basic necessities during the cold months. If we are missing a resource, please contact us at isabella@twincountymedia.com, and we will update this list.

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