Urban Ministries of Wake County

03/06/2026

02/03/2026

follows the WCPSS inclement weather policy. Accordingly, we will operate on a two-hour delay on Wednesday, February 4th.

🍎🍞🥗In response to community need, we will expand our food pantry hours THIS Wednesday. FOOD DISTRIBUTION will start at 11:00 a.m. and continue throughout the day until 5:00 p.m.

01/25/2026

01/16/2026

As we honor Dr. King’s legacy, we reflect on his words:
“Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.” — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We wish you a meaningful and inspiring day of hope and reflection.

12/22/2025

No matter the weather or the season, our doors - and our commitment - remain open. As the only adult women’s shelter in Wake County, the Helen Wright Center for Women provides warmth, safety, and shelter 365 days a year.

This holiday season, our team extends heartfelt gratitude for your support throughout 2025. We're able to do what we do, because of you. Thanks to an anonymous donor, every dollar will be matched💯 until December 31st. Give, and double your impact.

12/15/2025

Not all heroes wear capes.
Today, two heroes stopped by in a bubble jacket and a plaid shirt, united by one mission - fighting hunger. A special thank you to the Mine Shaft & Greystone Park community for hosting a food drive and spreading joy this holiday season 🥦🥗🥪🍎🍇

11/26/2025

A special thank you to the Carolina Hurricanes Foundation, community leaders, and all of the volunteers who made our Annual Thanksgiving Giveaway the most impactful in our 44-year history. 600+ families served!

11/26/2025

Yesterday, we served a single-day record of 600+ families during our Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway in partnership with the Carolina Hurricanes Foundation! We are grateful to have reached so many neighbors, but we are reminded of the need and why your continued support is so very important.
Drop-Off Donations: 1390 Capital Blvd.
Shop Our Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/A7UF9OYS0MKJ?ref=gr_search_page_result
Make a Financial Gift: https://urbanmin.org/give/
Host a Food Drive: [email protected]

11/24/2025

🚨We are hosting our annual FREE drive-thru turkey and grocery giveaway tomorrow, November 25th, in collaboration with the Carolina Hurricanes Foundation!🚨

📍 1390 Capital Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27603
⏰ Starts at 2:00 PM and continues until supplies run out

In a season defined by gratitude, we are especially thankful for our community and partnerships helping ensure our neighbors have a warm meal and can experience the joys of the holiday season. Share with someone you know could use support this Thanksgiving.