The Salvation Army of Wake County offers help, comfort and hope during those times of darkness. We welcome every man, woman and child in the name of Christ. Please look over the categories below to help guide you to the help you need.
Project CATCH: Community Action Targeting Children who are Homeless
Once we receive a referral a Project CATCH case manager will contact you within 24-48 hours to assess needs and set up an initial meeting to schedule to find out the needs of you and your children. Services include:
-Developmental screening to see if child is on track
-Provide transportation to and from appointments (when possible)
-Educational assistance: Tutoring, Special Education, Advocating for educational services within school system (attending parental – providing support during meeting with WCPSS),
-Referrals to specialized service providers regarding mental, physical, & emotional health
-Help with Child Care
-Assistance with basic needs: food, clothing, diapers, household items, etc
-After School Care & Summer Camps
We serve families who are currently living in shelters, staying in hotels, temporarily staying with relatives or friends, living in vehicles or living on the streets. To receive services from this program, you must have a referral from one of our partner agencies.
Anti-Human Trafficking:
We are deeply committed to the modern-day fight against human trafficking (for sexual and labor purposes) and forms of commercial sexual exploitation innately linked to sex trafficking. This commitment emerges from The Salvation Army’s mission and is rooted in the organizations early history. Project FIGHT and The Salvation Army of Wake County provides case management for victims of human trafficking, and works to generate education and awareness about human trafficking in the Community.
Holiday Assistance:
The Salvation Army of Wake County serves our community all year long. However, during the Christmas season it is our goal to make sure the joy of this blessed Holiday reaches every family. We provide Thanksgiving meal baskets for a home-cooked feast, and fill stockings and packages to brighten the children’s Christmas morning. Contact us for information on how to register to receive our Holiday Assistance.
Salvation Army Church and Spiritual Outreach:
Our church doors are open to everyone, with worship services built upon the love, grace and forgiveness of God through the redemptive power of Jesus Christ.
If you have an immediate question, please call our Social Ministries Department at 919-834-6733.
Services provided :
- food pantry
- toys & gifts
- navigating the system
- support network
- one-on-one support
- spiritual support
Appointments :
You can privately and easily book your appointment online for select services 24/7. For the full set of services, you can call (919) 834-6733 to book your appointment.
Address :
1863 Capital Blvd,
Raleigh, NC 27604.
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Hours Of Operations :
- Mon: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Tues: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Wed: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Thurs: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Fri: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
- Sat: Closed
- Sun: Closed
Help Residents of Counties:
- Wake
Appointments
You can privately and easily book your appointment online for select services 24/7.
For the full set of services, you can call (919) 834-6733 to book your appointment. Staff can also answer any questions you may have.
Tips for Visiting a Food Pantry
Show up early.
This is very important. This means you will be first in line and have a chance to get the items that are sought after and in limited quantities such as fresh produce, dairy and frozen food.
You don't usually need to show up hours ahead of time but coming at least an hour before is usually a good idea.
Remember all documentation.
Many food pantries require documentation to prove who you are, and in some cases, where you live.
This is to make sure people are not coming more than they are allowed or using fake names to do so. Call ahead of time to find out what documentation is needed.
It's just your photo ID and a piece of mail that verifies your address.
Use several food banks.
Using more than one food bank (when available) is smart because you may be able to get something at one that you may not get at another.
For instance, one may have a deal with a local gardener that gives them their extras. This may mean this food bank has more produce.
Eligible for other programs?
Ask your Department of Social Services office if you are eligible for other assistance programs to supplement your household’s food supply.
They can easily tell you if you can apply for WIC (Women and Infant Children), USDA Commodities or SNAP(Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits.
Ask about extras.
If you have special needs for infants or special diets, the pantries may be able to assist you.
Many times, they can help with diapers, baby formula, baby food, personal hygiene products, and even special diet items like gluten free or sugar free foods.
Go on different days of the week.
Depending on the food pantry, they may be open only one or two days a week or they may be open all seven days. When you have a choice, going midweek is often best as it is less crowded.
Be polite to workers.
Nearly everyone at a food bank is a volunteer. Be polite to the workers there as they often deal with highly emotional situations.
FAQ(Frequently Asked Questions)
1. What is the difference between a food bank and a food pantry?
Independent community food pantries are self-governing and usually distribute food to their clients on a once-a-month basis. A food bank is the storehouse for millions of pounds of food and other products that go out to the community. A food pantry functions as the arms that reach out to that community directly.
2. What kind of food is at a food pantry?
Specifically, food banks often need items like:
- Peanut butter
- Canned soup
- Canned fruit
- Canned vegetables
- Pasta
- Canned beans
- Canned stew
- Canned fish
3. Who can go to food pantry?
At the majority of food pantries, eligibility is based on self-attested need. You do not need to have a referral, and income is not a factor to receive food.
4. What is the difference between a food pantry and a soup kitchen?
A food pantry provides three-day food packages to families that have a place to live, but not enough food. These packages are designed to provide nutritionally balanced meals. Soup kitchens serve individuals in need of a hot meal, the only meal of the day for many of them.
5. How does a food pantry work?
Food Banks acquire large donations of edible but unmarketable food from the food industry and distribute it to organizations that feed hungry people. Then they provide this food to family in a need.