Between the winter weather, holiday shopping and the lasting effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the holiday season continues to be a difficult time for many families in the Charlotte area. To assist those in need, we’ve compiled this list of organizations that offer housing or food support, rent or utility assistance, and additional services.
The Anson County Emergency Food and Shelter Program has been awarded funds made available through the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)/Federal Emergency Management Agency under the Emergency Food and Shelter Board Program. The Anson County Emergency Food and Shelter Program has been chosen to receive $8,461, with a tentative amount of $169 that may also be allocated if no administrative expenses are incurred. These funds will be used to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in Anson County.
The selection was made by a National Board that is chaired by the U. S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency and consists of representatives from American Red Cross; Catholic Charities, USA; National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA; The Jewish Federations of North America, The Salvation Army; and, United Way Worldwide.