Food Bank of Central & Eastern North CarolinaDisaster Relief
From emergency food and water packages to ready-to-heat meals, we're ready to respond in the aftermath of major storms.
Community members affected by hurricanes and storms, especially those already food insecure
From foodbankcenc.org/news/hurricane-season ↗About this program
Food Bank branches have activated our disaster preparation plans as we work through the aftermath of major storms.
Emergency power is ready to go; delivery trucks and mobile refrigeration units are fueled up; and our commercial kitchen is in high gear preparing ready-to-heat meals for impacted families. We’re actively working to connect our partner agencies with additional nonperishable food, tarps, and other supplies to support local communities.
The vast majority of pantries, no-cost markets, and meal sites plan to remain open as we work through the impacts of Hurricane Helene and recent flooding across the region. If you need support over the next few days, please call your local food assistance site to verify hours of operation.
Our network of 700+ pantries, no-cost markets, meal sites, and delivery programs moves mountains to ensure everyone in our communities has access to food and other essential resources in the wake of a storm.
Disasters create hardship and leave community members vulnerable, especially those who are already food insecure. It’s essential that we are ready to provide emergency food, water, and other essential resources in the immediate aftermath of a disaster — and able to prioritize longer-term recovery assistance and hope as our communities work to rebuild.
Questions
Are pantries and meal sites still open during storms?
The vast majority of pantries, no-cost markets, and meal sites plan to remain open as we work through the impacts of Hurricane Helene and recent flooding across the region. If you need support over the next few days, please call your local food assistance site to verify hours of operation.
How can I find food locations after a storm?
Use our FoodFinder tool to find locations and hours of operation near you – and be sure to call ahead if there’s any concern that your local site may be impacted by the storm.
Details
- Who
- Community members affected by hurricanes and storms, especially those already food insecure
Run by
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Senior ProgramsThe Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) provides monthly boxes of pantry staples for low-income individuals age 60+.