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Family help in Craven County, North Carolina
65 places and programs in and around Craven County that help families with food, diapers, healthcare, childcare, housing, and bills. Everything here is free to browse and free to contact.
Food assistance
7 listedAbundant Life Miracle Center - Food Distribution Center
1303 Beaufort St, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Food Bank CENC at New Bern
1702 Red Robin Ln, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Food bank new bern
719 Cypress St, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
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Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina
1924 Capital Boulevard, Raleigh, NC 27604
Food bank serving Craven County, North Carolina. They distribute food through local pantries, mobile distributions, and meal programs in the Craven County area. Visit their website or call to find the food assistance nearest you.
Who it is for: Open to families and individuals in need of food.
Peletah Ministries - Food Distribution Center
2305 Neuse Blvd, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Salvation Army - New Bern - Food Distribution Center
1402 Rhem Ave, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Wednesday: 1:00 – 3:00 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Vanceboro Christian Help Center - Food Distribution Center
Monday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most community pantries and supply banks are open to any family in need in their service area; some ask for an ID or a referral. Call ahead to confirm hours and what to bring.
Diapers & baby supplies
17 listedAbundant Life Miracle Center
1901 Garden St, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
American Red Cross
35 Shoreline Dr, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Birthplace of Pepsi Cola
256 Middle St, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Sunday: 12:00 – 4:00 PM
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
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CarolinaEast Foundation
2007 Neuse Blvd B, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Craven County's H.O.P.E.
156 Perrytown Rd, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Habitat for Humanity of Craven County NC
930 Pollock St, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Havelock Chamber of Commerce (Nonprofit Organization)
201 Tourist Center Dr, Havelock, NC 28532, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Havelock Cherry Point Ministerial Outreach
925 E Main St Suite 23, Havelock, NC 28532, USA
Monday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Helping Hands Boutique
2403 Trent Rd, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Interfaith Refugee Ministry
1913 Trent Blvd, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Lyfe Three, Inc.
1046 Broad St, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Monday: 3:00 – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 3:00 – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 3:00 – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 3:00 – 6:00 PM · Friday: 3:00 – 6:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
MumFest
316 S Front St, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
New Bern Mall
3134 Dr. M.L.K. Jr Blvd, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
Monday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Thursday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Sunday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Nicholas Sparks Foundation
309 Middle St #7, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
The Church @ New Bern
3317 US-70, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
The Gathering Place - Community Kitchen & Outreach Mission
114 Trader Ave, Havelock, NC 28532, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM · Wednesday: 6:00 – 8:00 PM · Thursday: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Vanceboro Christian Help Center
411 White St, Vanceboro, NC 28586, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Tuesday: Closed · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Most diaper banks serve any family in need; some ask for an ID or a referral from a partner agency. Call ahead to ask what to bring.
Maternal & infant health
5 listedCarolinaEast OB/GYN
801 McCarthy Blvd, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
Craven County Manager's Office
406 Craven St, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
New Bern Child Support Office
403 George St #200, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
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The EPIC Center - New Bern
1505 S Glenburnie Rd O, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
Monday: 11:00 AM – 6:30 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: Closed · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
Wic Cherry point
508 U.S. Hwy 70 W, Havelock, NC 28532, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
Healthcare & clinics
5 listedCoastal Children's Clinic - Pediatrics
703 Newman Rd, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Sunday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
Community Health Center
508 U.S. Hwy 70 W, Havelock, NC 28532, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
Craven County Health Department
2818 Neuse Blvd, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
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Havelock Health Department
508 U.S. Hwy 70 W, Havelock, NC 28532, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
MERCI Clinic
1315 Tatum Dr, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 in families with limited income. Many working families qualify, and families on Medicaid or SNAP automatically meet the income rule. Call to confirm and set up an appointment.
Childcare & early education
12 listedCharles Taylor Headstart
302 Liberty St, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Child Development Center
Woodside Dr, Havelock, NC 28532, USA
Monday: 6:15 AM – 5:15 PM · Tuesday: 6:15 AM – 5:15 PM · Wednesday: 6:15 AM – 5:15 PM · Thursday: 6:15 AM – 5:15 PM · Friday: 6:15 AM – 5:15 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Childcare Network
204 N Shepard St, Havelock, NC 28532, USA
Monday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
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Craven Smart Start
2111 Neuse Blvd, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Duffyfield Child Development Center
1200 Myrtle Ave, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Excel Learning Center 1/Pirates Road
440 N Pirates Rd, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
Monday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Excel Learning Center 6/Havelock
610 Fontana Blvd, Havelock, NC 28532, USA
Monday: 6:15 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 6:15 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 6:15 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 6:15 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 6:15 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
F R Danyus Child Development Center
622 West St, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Monday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Godette Headstart Center
125 Godette School Rd, Havelock, NC 28532, USA
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Kidz Choice
101 Speight St, Havelock, NC 28532, USA
Monday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Little Tykes Learning Center
270 U.S. Hwy 70 W, Havelock, NC 28532, USA
Monday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Thursday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Friday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Roger Bell New Tech Academy
804 Fontana Blvd, Havelock, NC 28532, USA
Monday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Head Start (ages 3 to 5) and Early Head Start (pregnancy through age 3) are free for children in families with limited income. Children in foster care, families experiencing homelessness, and families receiving TANF or SSI qualify regardless of income. Contact the program to apply.
Housing & shelter
2 listedCoastal Women's Shelter dBA Coastal Center for Hope & Healing
2403 Trent Rd, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Craven Transitional Living
1638 Old Airport Rd, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Utilities & financial help
16 listedAbundant Life Community Services
1209 Kinston St, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Catholic Charities New Bern Regional Office
502 Middle St, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Craven and Pamlico Counties Children's Advocacy Center
506 Pollock St, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
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Craven Community College
800 College Ct, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Craven Community College VOLT Center
205 First St, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Craven County Department of Social Services
2818 Neuse Blvd, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Craven County HOPE Family Resource Center
2820 Neuse Blvd, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Craven County Partnership
2111 Neuse Blvd, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Eastern Carolina Council
233 Middle St #300, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Family Self Sufficiency
318 Craven St, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 AM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 AM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 AM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 AM · Friday: Closed · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Habitat for Humanity of Craven County ReStore
930 Pollock St, New Bern, NC 28562, USA
Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
New Bern Community Resource
908 Bloomfield St, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Religious Community Services
919 George St, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Monday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Thursday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
The Salvation Army
1402 Rhem Ave, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
The Salvation Army Family Store
310 Queen St, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Monday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
United Way of Coastal Carolina
601 Broad St, New Bern, NC 28560, USA
Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Friday: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM · Saturday: Closed · Sunday: Closed
Who it is for: Community action agencies serve residents with limited income in their service area. Utility and energy help (LIHEAP) is income-based. Call and ask what you qualify for; staff can often point you to other local programs too.
Mental & behavioral health
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National helplines, open to every family
These work anywhere in the United States, most of them around the clock.
Feeding America Food Bank Finder
Find your local Feeding America food bank and nearby pantries anywhere in the United States.
Who it is for: Open to everyone
SNAP Food Assistance (USDA state directory)
Apply for SNAP (food stamps) to help buy groceries. Use the directory to find your state SNAP office and application.
Who it is for: Income-eligible households
USDA National Hunger Hotline
Monday to Friday, 7am to 10pm ET
Free help finding food assistance anywhere in the country. Call to be connected with food pantries, meal sites, and benefit programs. Available in English and Spanish.
Who it is for: Open to everyone
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National Diaper Bank Network
Find a diaper bank near you anywhere in the United States.
Who it is for: Families in need of diapers
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential support before, during, and after pregnancy. Call or text 24/7; interpreter services available.
Who it is for: Pregnant and postpartum people and their families
Postpartum Support International
Support and resources for parents experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety challenges. Call or text the helpline to be connected with local support.
Who it is for: New and expecting parents
WIC Nutrition Program (USDA)
Free healthy food, nutrition support, and breastfeeding help for pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children under 5. Find and apply at your local WIC clinic.
Who it is for: Income-eligible pregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children under 5
Find a Health Center (HRSA)
Find a community health center near you that provides care on a sliding fee scale, regardless of insurance or ability to pay.
Who it is for: Open to all; sliding-scale fees
Health Insurance Marketplace (HealthCare.gov)
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Enroll in health coverage for your family, with financial help based on income. Call or apply online; the call center is open 24/7.
Who it is for: Open to all; subsidies based on income
Insure Kids Now (Medicaid and CHIP for children)
Free or low-cost health and dental coverage for children and teens through Medicaid and CHIP. Call to be connected with your state program and get help enrolling.
Who it is for: Children and teens in income-eligible families
Childcare.gov
Find child care options, financial assistance, and your state child care resources anywhere in the United States.
Who it is for: Open to all families
Head Start and Early Head Start
Free early education, child care, and family support for income-eligible families with children from birth to age 5. Use the locator to find a program near you.
Who it is for: Income-eligible families with children birth to age 5
211 (United Way)
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential help available 24/7 in every state. Dial 211 to connect with local resources for housing, food, utilities, healthcare, and more.
Who it is for: Open to everyone
HUD Housing Counseling
Free, HUD-approved counseling for renters and homeowners. Get help finding rental assistance, avoiding eviction or foreclosure, and locating affordable housing.
Who it is for: Open to renters and homeowners
National Runaway Safeline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Help and resources for youth experiencing homelessness or thinking about running away, and for their families. Available 24/7 by call, text, or chat.
Who it is for: Youth and families
LIHEAP Energy Assistance (National Energy Assistance Referral)
Monday to Friday, 9am to 7pm ET
Free help paying heating and cooling bills. Call to be connected with the energy assistance office that serves your area, or visit EnergyHelp.us to find it.
Who it is for: Income-eligible households
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential crisis support available 24/7 for anyone in emotional distress or thinking about suicide. Call or text 988, or chat online. Help is available in English and Spanish.
Who it is for: Anyone in crisis; free and confidential
Disaster Distress Helpline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential crisis counseling for anyone in emotional distress related to a disaster. Call or text 24/7.
Who it is for: Anyone affected by a disaster
SAMHSA National Helpline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information for mental health and substance use, in English and Spanish.
Who it is for: Open to everyone; free and confidential
Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline
24/7 confidential support for children, teens, parents, and anyone worried about a child. Counselors answer questions, talk through difficult situations, and connect you with local resources. Call or text.
National Domestic Violence Hotline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential support 24/7 for anyone affected by domestic violence. Call, text START to 88788, or chat online to talk with an advocate, plan for safety, and find local help.
Who it is for: Anyone affected by domestic violence; free and confidential
RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline
24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Free, confidential support for survivors of sexual assault, available 24/7. Call or chat online to reach a trained advocate.
Who it is for: Survivors of sexual assault; free and confidential
Find Legal Aid (Legal Services Corporation)
Search for the free civil legal aid office that serves your county. LSC funds nonprofit legal aid organizations in every state for issues like housing, custody, benefits, and debt.
LawHelp.org (free legal aid finder)
Find free legal aid and self-help resources in your state for housing, family, public benefits, safety, and more.
Who it is for: Income-eligible individuals and families
CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)
Free job search help, training and certification info, and resume guidance from the U.S. Department of Labor. Use the Local Help section to find your nearest American Job Center for free in-person employment services.
211 Transportation Help (United Way)
Free, confidential referrals to local transportation help such as rides to medical appointments, bus passes, and gas vouchers where available. If you have Medicaid, also ask your state Medicaid office about free rides to covered medical appointments.
Boys & Girls Clubs of America (club finder)
After-school and summer programs for ages 6 to 18, including sports leagues, STEM labs, and meals at many clubs. Use the finder to locate a club near you.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Free, age-appropriate books mailed each month to children from birth to age 5, at no cost to families. Available where a local program operates; use the finder to check your area and register your child online.
Who it is for: Any Missouri child under age 5, regardless of income
YMCA (Find Your Y)
Youth programs, child care, camps, and family activities at local YMCAs nationwide. Use the locator to find your nearest Y and see which youth programs it offers.
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