COMMUNITY RESOURCES • EDUCATION • WELLNESS
Community resources · North Carolina

Duplin County

Community support, basic needs, health, and preparedness connections for Kenansville, Warsaw, Wallace, and surrounding communities.

Duplin County · Family nutrition

WIC: food and support for growing families.

WIC can help eligible pregnant or postpartum people, infants, and children under five with healthy foods, breastfeeding support, nutrition education, and referrals to care.

Start by contacting a WIC clinic serving Duplin County. A clinic will explain eligibility and arrange an appointment.

Duplin County · Local connections

Community support close to home.

Start with the organization that fits your need. Call before visiting to ask about current services, eligibility, documents, and available resources.

Community Resources & Family Support · Warsaw

Shackle Free Community Outreach Agency, Inc.

Community resource navigation, support from Community Health Ambassadors, and family and personal development programs. Ask about connections for food, clothing, household essentials, and other basic needs.

Central office: 224 W. College Street, Suite B, Warsaw, NC 28398
Phone: 910-226-8138
Toll-free: 833-278-3733
Hours listed: Tuesday–Thursday, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.; call to confirm or ask about an appointment.

Explore Shackle Free & Request Help ↗Official website and contact page reviewed October 20, 2026 · Confirm current program availability directly
Rent, Utility & Food Assistance · Wallace

Duplin Christian Outreach Ministries

Crisis assistance for Duplin County residents, including help with eviction and utility payments, food pantry referrals, and planning for financial stability. Assistance depends on verified need and available resources.

Address: 514 S. Norwood Street, Wallace, NC 28466
Phone: 910-285-6000
Client hours listed: Tuesday and Thursday, 9–11:30 a.m.

Financial assistance is handled in person. The organization prioritizes urgent emergencies rather than arrival order. Call to confirm referral requirements and documents before going.

What should I bring?

The services page lists a rental lease, photo ID, Social Security documentation for household members, proof of household income for the past 30 days, and past-due or disconnection utility statements. Review the official checklist for your situation.

Services & What to Bring ↗Official services and about pages reviewed October 20, 2026 · Confirm eligibility, funding, hours, and referral requirements directly

Need to apply for DSS benefits? Explore food, Medicaid, energy, and Work First assistance through ePASS →

More connections for your household

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