Homeless Assistance in North Carolina
Locate emergency shelters, federal programs, state assistance, financial aid, healthcare, and employment support available to North Carolina residents.
Emergency Housing & Shelter
Immediate options for North Carolina residents who need a safe place to stay tonight.
Emergency Shelters
Find available shelter beds tonight across North Carolina. Call 211 for real-time availability and directions to the nearest open shelter in your area.
Get StartedFamily & Youth Shelters
Specialized shelters for families with children and unaccompanied youth in North Carolina. Safe environments with case management and wraparound support.
Get StartedVeterans Emergency Housing
Dedicated emergency housing for North Carolina veterans. HUD-VASH vouchers and VA-funded supportive services are available statewide. Call 1-877-4AID-VET.
Get StartedFederal Assistance Programs
Federal programs available to eligible North Carolina residents regardless of city or county.
HUD Continuum of Care
Primary federal program organizing housing and services for homeless individuals in North Carolina. CoC regions provide transitional and permanent supportive housing.
Get StartedEmergency Solutions Grants
Funds emergency shelters, street outreach, homeless prevention, and rapid re-housing. North Carolina receives federal ESG funding distributed through local providers.
Get StartedHousing Choice Voucher (Section 8)
Rental assistance vouchers for very low-income families, elderly, and disabled individuals. Apply through your local North Carolina Public Housing Authority.
Get StartedHUD-VASH (Veterans)
Combines Section 8 housing vouchers with VA supportive services for veterans experiencing homelessness. Available across multiple North Carolina locations.
Get StartedPATH Program (Mental Health)
Outreach, case management, and mental health support for homeless individuals. Operated through North Carolina community mental health centers statewide.
Get StartedSNAP Food Assistance
Helps low-income North Carolina residents buy food. Apply at your local benefits office. No permanent address required to apply.
Get StartedNorth Carolina State Programs
Programs funded or operated specifically by North Carolina for residents experiencing homelessness.
NC Housing & Homelessness Programs
NCHFA administers state and federal housing grants for emergency shelter, transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing across North Carolina.
Get StartedTANF – North Carolina (Work First)
Work First provides cash assistance and employment services to NC families with children. Apply at any county DSS office or through epass.nc.gov.
Get StartedNC Medicaid
Health coverage for eligible low-income North Carolinians including adults, children, pregnant women, and disabled residents. Apply at epass.nc.gov.
Get StartedNorth Carolina Housing Programs
North Carolina Housing Finance Agency provides affordable housing resources, rental assistance, and housing grants for low-income North Carolina residents.
Get StartedNorth Carolina Workforce & Employment
Free job training, resume help, and career placement through North Carolina’s Workforce Development programs. Find your nearest office at the link below.
Get StartedLIHEAP Energy Assistance
Helps low-income North Carolina households pay heating and cooling bills. Distributed through local community action agencies. Call 211 to find your provider.
Get StartedLocal Resources by City
Major North Carolina cities with dedicated homeless services and housing authorities.
Charlotte
Roof Above — homeless services, shelter placement, and housing assistance for Charlotte area residents experiencing homelessness.
Get StartedRaleigh
Inter-Faith Food Shuttle — emergency shelter, transitional housing, and rapid re-housing services for individuals and families in the Raleigh area.
Get StartedDurham
Durham CoC — housing resources, case management, and emergency assistance for Durham area residents experiencing homelessness.
Get StartedFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about getting homeless assistance in North Carolina.
- HUD-VASH — Section 8 vouchers specifically for veterans with VA case management
- SSVF — Rapid re-housing and prevention for veteran families
- North Carolina Veterans Housing — Affordable housing and support for North Carolina veterans
Assistance by State
Select a state to view its specific homeless assistance programs and resources.
