Community Resources

Hope Station - Pantry hours remain intact on Monday, Wednesday, and Fri mornings, 9:00-11:30 a.m. An Express Pass or ID is required. Pre-packed bags of nutritionally balanced food will be distributed through the front door. While in line, clients are expected to stand 6 feet apart. Food & other donations are received any time at the front door during office hours and at the parking lot patio door at other times.

Wilson County Schools - All Wilson County School student receive breakfast and lunch at "no cost". Visit the Wilson County Schools page for more information. 
If you are looking for meals for kids when schools are closed, the best way is to text FOODNC to 877-877 or going to the USDA Find Meals for Kids website.

Veterans Residential Services of Wilson offers assistance to low-income veterans residing in Wilson and the surrounding counties who have received other than a dishonorable discharge.VRSW aims to make a difference in the lives of these veterans through its assistance and through the assistance of other resources. We provide assistance for housing needs or other needs that make stable housing difficult. We provide veterans with financial assistance, emergency assistance, and employment training. We also make Veterans' Referrals to the Department of Social Services, Homeless Shelters, Transitional Housing, Vocational Rehabilitation Offices, Local Landlords, Division of Workforce Solutions, Community Colleges, the VFW, and the DAV. Please see the list on the right for additional services we provide. If you would like to apply for assistance, make a donation, or receive more information, please contact VRSW at (252) 237-4778 or you can e-mail Claudia Baker (Executive Director) at cjbaker@vrsw.org.

Waymakers of NC - Hosts a montly plate giveaway on the first Sunday of every month beginning at 1 PM at Angel Way Missionary Worship Center, located at 325 Nash Street E. It is open to anyone who would like to receive a hot plate of food - regardless of your situation. For those who are able, donations are appreciated to help fund future events. For more information or to inquire about volunteer opportunities, contact at waymakersofnc@gmail.com 

If You Are in Need of Medical Attention:
If you think you may have been exposed to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and develop symptoms, you may need to seek medical attention. North Carolina’s Department of Health and Human Services has set up a COVID-19 hotline that is staffed by trained medical professionals. Should you have any questions or concerns about the Coronavirus, please call: 866-462-3821. Or call the local screening hotline: 252-399-7086 BEFORE going to see your doctor.

For a list of COVID testing sites in Wilson, CLICK HERE.

If You Are in Need of Vaccination Information:
Visit the myspot.nc.gov for information about vaccinations and to find your spot. You can also call the COVID-19 Vaccine Help Center at 1-888-675-4567. 

If You Are in Need of Assistance:
Call the Wilson Crisis Center at 252-237-5156 for assistance. Or NC 2-1-1, a statewide United Way-funded hotline that serves as an information and referral service system for people in need, will continue to support callers needing access to health and human services resources such as food, financial assistance, and other basic needs throughout this epidemic. Should you need assistance, please call: 2-1-1. This service is free, confidential, and available in many languages 24/7, 365 days a year. Additional information is also available at www.nc211.org

Personal Safety Guidelines and Confirmed COVID-19 Cases:
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued several guidelines to limit travel, gatherings and social distancing. The CDC has launched a website, www.CoronaVirus.gov that details these guidelines and provides an updated account of confirmed COVID-19 cases and their locations. 

Helpful Links:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Coping with Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks
NC Division of Public Health
United Way of Wilson
Wilson County Health Department
World Health Organization

American Red Cross - The American Red Cross is continuing to serve people who have experienced a home fire or other natural disasters and local Red Cross Disaster Responders still have 24-hour access to obtain supplies, equipment, etc. to allow for service delivery. There is a severe blood shortage due to the Coronavirus outbreak! Click HERE to schedule an appointment or find out other ways you can help.

The SPOT - The SPOT is providing effective scholastic based After-School programs, developing child commitments to education, Tutoring, Summer Camp w/ Learning Loss prevention, Gang Prevention, young adult mentoring with leadership skill development, pregnancy prevention & assistance, young male adult responsibilities, committed to helping SPOT Kids reach their fullest potential, commitment to dismantling prejudices of all kinds. Anyone interested in volunteering should call (252)991-4018 and ask for Tracy Pittman or Matt Edwards. 

Waymakers of NC - Hosts a montly plate giveaway on the first Sunday of every month beginning at 1 PM at Angel Way Missionary Worship Center, located at 325 Nash Street E. It is open to anyone who would like to receive a hot plate of food - regardless of your situation. For those who are able, donations are appreciated to help fund future events. For more information or to inquire about volunteer opportunities, contact at waymakersofnc@gmail.com 

Wilson Family YMCA - There are opportunities throughout the year to volunteer with the Wilson Family YMCA. Currently, we would love to have a couple of volunteers willing to drop in once or twice a week to help us with cleaning the facility (vacuuming, mopping, sanitizing, etc.). If you would are interested in helping, please contact Kathie Davis at kdavis@wilsonymca.org or call the Y at 252-291-9622.

Wilson County Schools - For information on WCS Remote Learning & Virtual Academy, locations for free Wi-Fi locations, Student Re-Entry plan and more, visit wilsonschoolsnc.net.
 

Khan Academy - A nonprofit with the mission to provide a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere. Visit khanacademy.org for more information.

Considering Homeschooling?
In North Carolina, homeschool families file their intent to homeschool with the North Carolina Department of Non-Public Education (NCDPNE). NCDPNE takes applications July 1 – April 30.