Finding Local Resources

Most people may be aware that local resources are available to them throughout the year but may not know how to find them. If that is the case for you, read today’s blog as we have information about steps to take to find different resources in the state of North Carolina.

SNAP/FNS

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is also known in North Carolina as Food and Nutrition Services (FNS). This program is more commonly known as food stamps.

If you are interested in checking if you are eligible for SNAP or need assistance to apply, you can contact our team. We offer services in English, Spanish and Portuguese. Click here to be redirected to our “Contact Us” page. You can set up a phone appointment with us or ask any questions you may have.

You can also apply for SNAP/FNS online at ePass.

Food Banks

For those needing immediate help with food, food banks are a great short-term solution while you wait for long-term ones, such as approval for SNAP/FNS benefits.

To find food banks available in your area in North Carolina, visit: www.feedingthecarolinas.org/find-food/

All you need to do to find a list of food banks is select your zip code, city or address and select “Get Help.”

NC 211

NC 211 is a free and confidential referral service provided by United Way. When families and individuals reach out to NC 211, all they need to do is inform where they live to receive a list of available local resources.

You can contact them by calling 2-1-1 or 1-888-892-1162.

 You can also find full lists of services on their website at www.nc211.org. All you need to do is select what type of resource you are looking for (shelters, health, food, etc.) and then indicate what city you live in.

NC State Extension Offices

North Carolina Extension is a vast network, working to provide research-based programs in agriculture, food, 4-H Youth Development, health and wellbeing for all North Carolina residents. NC Extension is supported by NC State University and NC A&T.

Extension has 101 offices across the state: one in every county of North Carolina and with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. Staff and volunteers work with local governments to support agriculture, horticulture, conservation, environmental protection, nutrition and health and a variety of consumer, youth and economic concerns.

To find an Extension office near you, visit: ces.ncsu.edu/local-county-center

For questions about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or to receive SNAP Application Assistance contact the More In My Basket staff:

Visit: morefood.org

English Toll Free: 1-855-240-1451

Spanish Toll Free: 1-888-382-7105

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