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.