Emergency financial assistance

Trained, professional and caring Salvation Army social work staff assist individuals and families in crisis:

• Overdue rent or mortgage
• Past due utilities
• No food in the house

Appointments are scheduled each day for the following business day on a first-call, first-served basis. Due to extremely high need at this time, it is not unusual for all of the following business day's appointment slots to be filled by 8:30 a.m. on a given day.

Telephone lines open at 8 a.m. Please call 688-7306 starting at at 8 a.m. weekdays to schedule an appointment on the following business day. Call volume is high, so continue dialing if you reach a busy signal. Please do not leave a voice message, as we schedule all appointments voice-to-voice.

If we are unable to be of assistance, we will attempt to refer you to other sources of assistance if you call back after 9 a.m., when the call volume is less.

Please give to help those in need

The Salvation Army uses 82 cents of every dollar to fund services.  The Salvation Army can receive many different types of financial gifts and our representatives can work with you to determine how your gift can be most effective. Donate once, or set up a recurring gift online now.

Volunteer

We have many opportunities to volunteer, from seasonal assistance during the holidays to programs with young people and adults that operate year round.  Contact Tracey Bragg at 919-688-7306, ext. 111 to connect with an opportunity that best fits you.

Dear friends:

During the 17 years I've lived in North Carolina, I've often donated clothing, furniture, and other items to The Salvation Army. It never occurred to me that one of the people I was helping could be myself.

Then, after working for the same employer for 16 years, my job was suddenly terminated. I lost income and benefits for myself and my daughter. I was in shock.

I arranged to meet with Salvation Army Social Services Director Debbie Avolin. Her words of wisdom and kindness reminded me of the importance of faith. After listening to her, I was able to participate in job interviews with much more confidence. The Salvation Army gave us two large bags of food, a voucher for clothing, and paid part of my utility bill. I desperately needed appropriate clothing for the many interviews I was going on. Following up on just a few of the referrals The Salvation Army gave us, we got free clothing, financial counseling, and food.

Let's face it, none of us wants to believe we could lose everything we've worked so hard for, but if you or someone you know does, please remember this letter. It really is a blessing to have a kind soul reach out and lift you from despair. Don't let pride be your enemy; take hold of a helping hand.

Again, my sincere appreciation and thanks to The Salvation Army for truly caring.