Sanford Elks Lodge

Community Services Non Profits

Sanford, NC

Sanford Elks Lodge #1679 supports Sanford and Lee County through veterans programs, youth initiatives, and more than $30,000 contributed to Backpack Pals.

  • Sanford-area veterans seeking community support initiatives
  • Local children needing weekend meal assistance through Backpack Pals
  • High school athletes needing cleats through Cleats for Kids

The Moose

Community Services Non Profits

Sanford, NC

Sanford Area Growth Alliance

Community Services Non Profits

Sanford, NC

Sanford Area Growth Alliance provides Sanford and Lee County information for work, living, and investment, including proximity to I-540 and the Research Triangle.

  • Businesses evaluating Sanford or Lee County for investment or relocation
  • People researching Sanford-area communities and amenities
  • Organizations seeking location information near the Research Triangle

501c3 Regional Deployed K9 Inc And Equine Rescue

Community Services Non Profits

Sanford, NC

501c3 Regional Deployed K9 Inc And Equine Rescue rescues animals, operates working K9 programs, and donates service canines to veterans and first responders.

  • Veterans seeking donated service canines
  • First responders seeking donated service canines
  • Animal fostering or adoption inquiries

Downtown Sanford

Community Services Non Profits

Sanford, NC

Downtown Sanford is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit managing downtown economic, cultural, and social development through North Carolina Main Street.

  • Downtown Sanford economic development initiatives
  • historic preservation and downtown revitalization
  • community events and cultural promotion

Haven In Lee County

Community Services Non Profits

Sanford, NC

Haven in Lee County provides a 24/7 crisis line, confidential shelter, and bilingual advocacy for domestic violence and sexual assault victims across Lee County.

  • people experiencing domestic violence or sexual assault
  • emergency shelter when leaving an abusive situation
  • bilingual advocacy and case management

Emergency available

Carolina Trace Country Club

Community Services Non Profits

Sanford, NC

Carolina Trace Country Club offers 36 holes of Robert Trent Jones Sr. golf plus tennis, fitness, swimming, dining, and event venues.

  • Private golf membership with access to two 18-hole courses
  • Sports memberships centered on tennis, fitness, and swimming without required golf
  • Social memberships with dining and club events

Sanford PRIDE

Community Services Non Profits

Sanford, NC

American Legion Post 382

Community Services Non Profits

Sanford, NC

American Legion Post 382 connects veterans and families with free assistance from accredited service officers and programs operating through more than 12,000 posts.

  • Veterans seeking free assistance with VA disability benefits applications
  • Veterans and families seeking education and employment resources
  • Veterans seeking peer support and suicide prevention resources

Common Thread

Community Services Non Profits

Sanford, NC

El Refugio

Community Services Non Profits

Sanford, NC

El Refugio provides free English and Spanish classes in Sanford, with onsite childcare during class sessions.

  • Adults seeking free English or Spanish classes
  • People preparing for citizenship
  • Families needing childcare while attending classes

Lee County Arts Council

Community Services Non Profits

Colon, NC

Lee County Arts Council has supported Lee County arts since 1978 and coordinates grants, gallery programming, workshops, and community arts events.

  • Nonprofit arts organizations seeking project grants
  • Artists seeking directory exposure or gallery reception opportunities
  • Community arts workshops and educational programs

Sanford Area Chamber of Commerce

Community Services Non Profits

Sanford, NC

Sanford Area Growth Alliance provides Sanford and Lee County information for work, living, and investment, including proximity to I-540 and the Research Triangle.

  • Businesses evaluating Sanford or Lee County for investment or relocation
  • People researching Sanford-area communities and amenities
  • Organizations seeking location information near the Research Triangle

Sanford Brush & Palette Club

Community Services Non Profits

Sanford, NC

Sanford Brush & Palette Club, founded in 1964, operates Brick City Gallery with more than 300 artworks available to the public year-round.

  • Viewing more than 300 pieces of art in Sanford
  • Attending art workshops open to nonmembers
  • Joining an artist fellowship with more than 100 members

Skill Creations of Sanford

Community Services Non Profits

Sanford, NC

Skill Creations provides long-term residential care for 191 individuals across 15 North Carolina towns and customized community-based programs.

  • Individuals needing long-term ICF residential care
  • Individuals needing customized residential or non-residential community programs
  • Families seeking preschool care in Goldsboro

VFW

Community Services Non Profits

Sanford, NC

VFW John Boyd Post is part of the VFW, which provides free VA-claim assistance through accredited service officers to members and non-members.

  • veterans preparing VA claims
  • veterans appealing disability ratings
  • military families seeking support programs

A member of staff will answer inquiries as quickly as possible

Community Services Non Profits in nearby counties

FAQ

Which Lee County nonprofit can help during a domestic violence emergency?

Haven in Lee County provides a 24/7 crisis line, emergency shelter, confidential advocacy, and support for domestic violence and sexual assault victims.

Where can veterans get free help applying for VA disability benefits in Lee County?

American Legion Post 382 offers free assistance from accredited service officers with VA benefits applications and claims support.

Are there free English or Spanish classes in Sanford or Lee County?

El Refugio provides free English and Spanish classes. It also offers childcare and child enrichment during class sessions.

Do I need to be an Elks or American Legion member to receive help?

Membership and sponsorship requirements apply to Elks member activities, and American Legion Riders participation requires qualifying membership. The listed organizations also provide specific public-facing services, such as scholarships, youth programs, and VA benefits assistance.