Crisis Assistance Ministry

Medical emergencies are something none of us think about. Until something happens. That's when you stepped in to help Annie keep her lights on and her water running . . .

Little Myla (with those beautiful eyes) isn't even a year old and already you have taught her the power of community . . .

Melissa's father was the sole breadwinner, working seven days a week to keep food on the table and a roof over their head. Then everything changed . . . >>

Like many women her age, Ruth gets by through a careful balancing act that stretches her social security as far as it can go. Until something unexpected happens . . .

Billy, a tree climber with 16 years of experience doing tree work, has been out of work for several months now. As winter set in...

Robert and his wife are working to provide for their three children, but summer means new expenses and less income . . .

Maria took what she thought might be her last shower for a long time before coming to Crisis Assistance Ministry for help . . .

After a fire devastated his home and his savings, Frederick and his grandson plowed through the maze of paperwork which living in a low budget motel room. When repairs were finally finished, one obstacle remained . . .

Latest Crisis Assistance Ministry News

Annual Inventory to Close Stores and Donation Drive Thru 6/29/2017

Due to annual inventory, our Free Store, Furniture Bank, Donation Drive-Thru, and Free Store Warehouse will be closed to the public on Thursday, June 29, 2017. Scheduled volunteers should report as planned. However, customers, clothing & furniture donors, and other walk-ins are asked to delay their visit until Friday, June 30.

Independence Day Closings Announced

The agency, including financial assistance, free store, furniture bank, donation door, and volunteer shifts, will close in observance of Independence Day on Tuesday, July 4, 2017. Normal operating schedule resume on Wednesday, July 5.

Asset & Opportunity Update

Tax tips, poverty stats, and educational opportunities highlight this issue of the Asset and Opportunity Charlotte Update, delivers a monthly rundown of what’s new and noteworthy in the ongoing effort to ensure access to financial stability and economic mobility for everyone.

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