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Child Care & Education

Division of Child and Family Well-Being
The Division of Child and Family Well-Being works to promote healthy and thriving children in safe, stable and nurturing families,…
Child Tax Credit
The Child Tax Credit is a refundable tax credit for families with qualifying children or dependents. It may be able…
School Lunch Program
The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free school lunches to children in public and nonprofit…

Civic Engagement

Charitable Giving
Nonprofits and charitable organizations are always looking for donations to help fund their work. As a donor, it can be…
Volunteering
If you are interested in serving your community, there are many volunteer opportunities across North Carolina and various ways to…
Voting
What elections are happening in 2023? Local government offices, such as mayor and councilperson, will be up for election in…

Disaster

Hurricane Helene Volunteer Opportunities
Do not go to a disaster area to volunteer. Until a disaster area has been declared safe to enter and…
How to Find Clean Water in an Emergency
Key points In an emergency, your tap water may not be available or safe to use. In these situations, you…
Current Resources for Buncombe County
WNC Helene Resources A robust, working document of resources per county, updated regularly: Helene Response & Rebuild: WNC Resource List…

Employment & Income

Governor Cooper and Department of Revenue Secretary Ronald Penny Announce North Carolina will Join IRS Direct File for Tax Filing Season 2025
August 16, 2024. Today, Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Revenue (NCDOR) Secretary Ronald Penny announced North Carolina…
Tax Withholding Estimator Tool
To avoid a surprise next year, taxpayers should make changes now to their tax withholding. The Tax Withholding Estimator tool…
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…

Food

Current Resources for Haywood County
WNC Helene Resources A robust, working document of resources per county, updated regularly: Helene Response & Rebuild: WNC Resource List…
Division of Child and Family Well-Being
The Division of Child and Family Well-Being works to promote healthy and thriving children in safe, stable and nurturing families,…
Sun Bucks / Summer EBT
Key Updates Educators, community partners, and county offices: view the SUN Bucks resources toolkit. Use the SUN Bucks Search Tool to see if…

Healthcare & Mental Health

Local Help for Family Caregivers in North Carolina
September 24, 2024. You may not think of yourself as a family caregiver, but if you are helping someone with…
Division of Child and Family Well-Being
The Division of Child and Family Well-Being works to promote healthy and thriving children in safe, stable and nurturing families,…
Mental Health
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis or suicide risk, dial 9-8-8. Taking care of…

Housing

Weatherization Assistance Program
The Weatherization Assistance Program helps low-income North Carolinians save energy, reduce their utility bills, and stay safe in their homes….
Government Benefits
Discover government benefits and services to help you and your family through every stage of life at USA.GOV. Government Benefits…
Shelters
There are many different kinds of shelters, depending on a person’s situation and needs. What kinds of shelters are available? …

Interpersonal Violence

Mental Health
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis or suicide risk, dial 9-8-8. Taking care of…
Shelters
There are many different kinds of shelters, depending on a person’s situation and needs. What kinds of shelters are available? …
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

Mental Health
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis or suicide risk, dial 9-8-8. Taking care of…
Daymark Recovery Services
Daymark Recovery Services (DRS) has been providing Tailored Care Management (TCM), “a brand new community-based service, to clients across the state…
Sober Living Homes
Sober living homes offer safe and supportive housing for people recovering from substance use disorder after leaving a rehabilitation program….

Utilities

Operation Fan Heat Relief
What is Operation Fan Heat Relief (OFHR)? As individuals age and develop chronic medical conditions, they are less likely to…
Weatherization Assistance Program
What is the Weatherization Assistance Program? The Weatherization Assistance Program improves energy efficiency and household safety through making minor repairs,…
Assistance From Utility Providers
Utility companies understand that many of their customers face very difficult financial hardships. If you are unable to pay your…