Child Care & Education
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Child Tax Credit
The Child Tax Credit is a refundable tax credit for families with qualifying children or dependents. It may be able…
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School Lunch Program
The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free school lunches to children in public and nonprofit…
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Summer Food Program
The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) also called summer meal programs or summer lunch programs are free meal sites that help…
Civic Engagement
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Charitable Giving
Nonprofits and charitable organizations are always looking for donations to help fund their work. As a donor, it can be…
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Volunteering
If you are interested in serving your community, there are many volunteer opportunities across North Carolina and various ways to…
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Voting
What elections are happening in 2023? Local government offices, such as mayor and councilperson, will be up for election in…
Disaster
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Extreme Heat
Extreme heat is responsible for the highest number of annual deaths among all weather-related hazards. Most heat problems occur because…
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Know Your Zone
Know Your Zone is an evacuation system that highlights areas most vulnerable to impacts from hurricanes, tropical storms, and other…
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Tornadoes
Tornadoes are violently rotating columns of air that bring intense winds of over 200 miles per hour. They can destroy…
Employment & Income
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Earned Income Tax Credit
The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a refundable tax credit for low-to-moderate income working families, ranging from $560 to…
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Unemployment Insurance
Unemployment Insurance offers temporary financial assistance to unemployed people. In North Carolina, the most you can currently receive in state…
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Comprehensive Job Assistance Centers
NCWorks Career Centers help individuals find jobs, strengthen skills, prepare for interviews, and more. There are more than 90 career…
Food
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Farmers Markets
Farmers markets offer fresh produce and other items sold by local farmers, including baked goods, pet food, cheese, meat, and…
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Food & Nutrition Services/SNAP
Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) is a federal program that provides low-income families with assistance to pay for food. Benefits…
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Food Pantries & Soup Kitchens
Many families struggle to afford the cost of groceries. Food pantries and soup kitchens are two resources that help make…
Healthcare & Mental Health
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Medicaid
What is Medicaid? Medicaid is a federal program administered by each State that provides health insurance to low-income individuals and…
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Suicide Prevention
Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the United States, with 1.2 million suicide attempts in 2020…
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Caregiver Outreach Program
Serving as a caregiver is a challenging role and it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. The Caregiver Outreach Program…
Housing
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Shelters
There are many different kinds of shelters, depending on a person’s situation and needs. What kinds of shelters are available? …
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Evictions
What is an eviction? Eviction is the removal of a tenant from rental property by the landlord. Legal evictions are…
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Housing for Veterans
What programs are available to help veterans with housing? NCServes is an information and referral system specifically for veterans and…
Interpersonal Violence
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Shelters
There are many different kinds of shelters, depending on a person’s situation and needs. What kinds of shelters are available? …
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Interpersonal Violence Hotlines
Interpersonal violence crisis hotlines are available to help victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or human trafficking. What hotlines are…
Substance Use Disorder
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Sober Living Homes
Sober living homes offer safe and supportive housing for people recovering from substance use disorder after leaving a rehabilitation program….
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Substance Use Disorder
What is Substance Use Disorder? Substance use disorder is a complex condition in which there is uncontrolled use of a…
Utilities
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Operation Fan Heat Relief
What is Operation Fan Heat Relief (OFHR)? As individuals age and develop chronic medical conditions, they are less likely to…
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Weatherization Assistance Program
What is the Weatherization Assistance Program? The Weatherization Assistance Program improves energy efficiency and household safety through making minor repairs,…
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Assistance From Utility Providers
Utility companies understand that many of their customers face very difficult financial hardships. If you are unable to pay your…