The Outreach Center
The Outreach Center
The Outreach Center
Who We Are

The Outreach Center is a community-based, 501(c)(3), nonprofit, relief organization serving Burke and its surrounding counties in Western North Carolina through our food distribution, education, and Community Food Bank programs.

Our Mission

To assist disadvantaged citizens to rise above circumstances and improve their quality of life.

Our Goals

  • To nourish the body
  • To nullify illiteracy
  • To nurture the heart
  • To assist community organizations

Our Objectives & Programs

  • Provide free, nourishing groceries to assist hungry families and other service agencies annually through our Outreach Food Distribution Program
  • Provide free adult literacy, GED preparation, and career employment-skills training through our Fresh Start Education Program
  • Provide food and toiletry items to assist non-profit organizations, homeless shelters and children's homes through our Community Food Bank Program

Equal Opportunity Policy

The Outreach Center respects and provides services and opportunities for volunteerism for all persons, regardless of their race, age, sex, ethnic background, or political, sexual or religious orientation.

Events

Tuesday Evenings
(5:30pm - 6:30pm)
Outreach Awareness Tours