2-1-1

Have you ever wondered how to find help or a community service for yourself or someone in need? There are about 30,000 nonprofits in North Carolina. Finding the right service for your need can be difficult.

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The first step in finding help is knowing who to call. 9-1-1 is for emergencies, 4-1-1 is for directory assistance and 2-1-1 is for finding community health and human service resources. 2-1-1 is a free, confidential telephone information and referral system that quickly links people seeking help with the community resources they need.

Call 2-1-1 any time, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to link to vital services in your community. This service is free and multilingual. Or visit www.nc211.org.

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Volunteers preparing food bags as part of emergency support for food access partners.
Emergency Support for Greensboro Food Access Partners

As the cost of living continues to rise, many Greensboro families are feeling increased pressure just to meet basic needs. Local food access organizations — who serve as a lifeline for children, seniors, and families — are reporting record-level demand. Several partners shared that they are experiencing extraordinary increases in need, including expanded food distributions, […]