Beaverdam Community Center

Community Center

Canton, NC

MANNA FoodBank connects Western North Carolina residents with food assistance and distributes bulk food through more than 300 partner organizations.

  • Finding food assistance programs in Western North Carolina
  • People seeking food resources through a helpline by call or text
  • Organizations seeking bulk food distribution partnerships

Mountain Projects, Inc

Community Center

Waynesville, NC

Mountain Projects has served Haywood and Jackson Counties for more than 60 years through 21 community programs.

  • Haywood or Jackson County households seeking housing assistance or referrals
  • Families seeking Head Start or early childhood programs
  • Older adults seeking senior resources

Wider Circle - Pigeon River Cooperative

Community Center

Clyde, NC

Wider Circle provides two hot meals daily Tuesday through Saturday in Clyde, plus case management, a free-choice food pantry, and disaster-preparedness classes.

  • People needing hot meals in Clyde
  • Families seeking coordinated housing, income, health, or recovery support
  • Residents needing non-perishable food through a choice-based pantry

Community Center in nearby counties

FAQ

Where can I find food assistance in Haywood County?

Beaverdam Community Center's Food Helpline is available by call or text at 828-290-9749, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It connects people with partner food pantries and meal sites rather than providing direct MANNA pickup.

Where can I get a hot meal in Clyde?

Wider Circle - Pigeon River Cooperative serves two hot meals daily Tuesday through Saturday, with sit-down dining and take-out.

What services does Mountain Projects provide?

Mountain Projects provides 21 programs, including housing assistance, Head Start, senior resources, public transportation, workforce development, energy assistance, and weatherization. Its intake guidance covers eligibility, required documents, and application steps.

Are there community programs for housing, health, or recovery needs?

Wider Circle offers case management for housing, income, health, and recovery needs, along with monthly dental, grooming, and basic medical services through partners.

Are there food and literacy programs for children?

Beaverdam Community Center distributes food through partner organizations serving families and children. Wider Circle offers summer literacy instruction for rising first- through third-grade students.