Emergency Assistance, a program of New River Community Action

02/16/2026

12/19/2025

Everyone faces tough times — but no one should face them alone.

NRCA’s Emergency Assistance Programs exist to help families in our community navigate life’s hardest moments.

💬 Have you or someone you love ever received help from a local organization like NRCA?

If you’re comfortable, we’d love to hear your story in the comments. Your voice might be the encouragement someone else needs to ask for help — or offer it.

💙 Want to help us support more families facing crisis? Every donation helps a family in need, whether it's financial gifts, food, clothing, or supplies. You can view wishlists for Emergency Assistance and other NRCA programs here: https://newrivercommunityaction.org/make-a-difference/donation-wish-list/

12/08/2025

Due to inclement weather conditions, New River Community Action
will be closed Monday, December 8, 2025.
If you are experiencing a housing emergency, don't hesitate to get in touch with our homeless after-hours line at 540-320-7028.

12/02/2025

🌟 It’s here — is LIVE!
When you give to NRCA, you’re helping local families stay housed, fed, safe, and supported.
Your donation today directly funds emergency food, crisis relief, housing programs, reentry support, and so much more.
Together, we can create lasting change in the NRV 💙
Donate now and help us reach even more neighbors: https://givingtuesday.mightycause.com/story/nrca

12/01/2025

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from New River Community Action, Inc. 🤎

08/13/2025

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04/07/2025

The New River Valley Emergency Food & Shelter Program (ESFP) Local Board is charged with the appropriate distribution of funds to help expand the capacity to provide food, shelter, and emergency assistance programs within the New River Valley.

https://newrivercommunityaction.org/emergency-food-and-shelter-program-application/

03/17/2025

Now accepting applications for the NRCA George Ducker Scholarship Award.

https://newrivercommunityaction.org/nrca-george-ducker-scholarship-award/

03/14/2025

James Hardie is partnering with the New River Community Action (NRCA) again to raise awareness of the homeless crisis in our surrounding counties. The James Hardie team will raise funds, collect personal hygiene items, meal cards, and create blessing bags to distribute to the 6 counties: Pulaski, Giles, Montgomery, Floyd, Radford city, and Wythe County. Please consider donating to one of the three options and help us support our neighbors in need.
https://app.etapestry.com/onlineforms/NewRiverCommunityAction/JamesHardieHelpingHandsfortheHomeless-1.html

01/28/2025

Classes are free and are held for individuals who did not graduate from high school and are seeking their GED. NRCC offers open enrollment so you can join the class at any time. The class locations, days, and times are listed.