Hunger in our communities is an issue that far too many families are experiencing. A lack of nutritious meals can have long lasting effects on the physical, mental, and social well-being of all members of a family.

Catholic Charities Food Pantry Services are dedicated to providing healthy meals, increasing access to food, and developing innovative solutions to address food insecurity in a collaborative way.

With dignity and respect at the forefront of all interactions, families are offered a hand up during their most challenging times. In addition to feeding our neighbors, Catholic Charities Food Pantry Services serve as a medium for volunteerism, community engagement, and collaboration.

Available Services

Traditional Food Pantry

We provide healthy foods and nutritional awareness to our communities.  Individuals and families can access our food pantry once every 30 days and will be provided referrals to other community food banks.  Families seeking assistance with food will also be screened for other needs which Catholic Charities can either address, or make a referral to a community partner.

Mobile Food Pantry

Catholic Charities hosts mobile points of distribution for healthy groceries in underserved communities.

Locations

Roanoke Rapids (Halifax County)

  • When: 1st Wednesday of Each Month from 11:00am-1:00pm
  • Where: St. John the Baptist Catholic Church Halifax County- 900 Hamilton St. Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870

Rocky Mount (Edgecombe County)

  • When: 3rd Wednesday of Each Month from 1:00pm-3:00pm
  • Where: Immaculate Conception Catholic Mission- 721 E. Virginia St. Rocky Mount, NC 27801

Tarboro (Edgecombe County)

  • When: 3rd Wednesday of the month (Contact St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church for time)
  • Where: St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church- 1004 St David St, Tarboro, NC 27886

For over 25 years, the Catholic Charities Immigration Legal Services have assisted families in completing various immigration related processes.

Individuals and families who qualify meet with Catholic Charities immigration staff who are accredited by the Department of Justice. Through one-on-one meetings, staff provide education on the immigration process and assist in the completion and submission of applications with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

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Services

The services below are provided at a minimum cost. Services and appointments will be conducted by phone, email or virtually only with limited in person appointments.
  • Community Educational Presentations and Workshops
  • Citizenship
  • Family Petitions
  • Adjustment of Status
  • Temporarily Protected Status (TPS)
  • Consular Processing
  • U-Visas (For Victims of serious crimes)
  • VAWA (For victims of domestic violence)
  • Work Permits
  • Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Renewals
    • USCIS strongly encourages you to submit your DACA Renewal request between 150 days and 120 days before the expiration date located on your current Form I-797 (Work Authorization Card).

Consultation Payment & Online Intake

Catholic Charities offers the ability for potential immigration clients to complete their intake online. Steps to complete the online intake:
  1. Use the link below to pay the $50 consultation fee.
  2. Following payment, you will be directed to the online intake which you will complete and submit.
  3. Once your information is entered, one of our Immigration Accredited Representatives will contact you to evaluate your case and make an appointment with you.
Before you continue, please review the following questions:
  1. Are you seeking Political Asylum?
  2. Do you have a court date pending, and need representation?
  3. Do you reside outside the state of North Carolina?
  4. Do you have a criminal record, felony, significant misdemeanors or three or more non-significant misdemeanors?
If you answer "Yes" to one or more of these questions, DO NOT proceed, Catholic Charities will not be able to assist you in your case.

Click Here to Start Your Intake




Online Payment

Individuals who are established clients have the ability to pay their Catholic Charities related fees online. Use the link below to access the payment page.

Click Here to Complete Your Immigration Payment



Catholic Charities recognizes the imbalances in access, opportunities, and resources that exist within our immigrant community. Immigration Legal Services are structured to attract all immigrants regardless of place of origin, culture, religion, or economic status. The goal is to provide help and create hope for immigrants as they establish their lives in the United States

The Catholic Charities Disaster Services Program works to help individuals, families, and the community prepare for and recover from natural disasters. Catholic Charities focuses on the response, recovery, and preparedness phases of the disaster cycle.

While there is no controlling who is impacted by a disaster, economically vulnerable populations are disproportionately affected. When local resources are overwhelmed by a natural disaster, Catholic Charities is ready to respond to the needs of survivors.

Circle of Parents

Circle of Parents is a parent led group where individuals have the opportunity to communicate their ideas, give support, and share resources in a nonjudgmental and confidential environment. This group encourages positive parenting, the prevention of child abuse, and the strengthening of families. Circle of Parents at the Catholic Charities Tar River Office is free of charge and consists of Spanish speaking mothers of school aged children. Parent meetings are held twice per month, with a children’s group provided during the parent meeting times.

For many families, the holidays are a season filled with good tidings and cheer. But for others, the holidays can be a time of anxiety, unhappiness, and a mix of other emotions when they’re unable to provide gifts for their families. In the spirit of the season, Catholic Charities organizes the Wrapped with Love Christmas Program to assist families.

For more information, or to make a financial contribution, please click the button below.

The Catholic Charities Tar River Office offers families an entryway to available services. Staff conduct initial screenings to identify barriers to be addressed and refer clients to other Catholic Charities programs or to other community partners. Individuals facing more complex challenges receive an in-depth assessment, set goals, and regularly meet with staff to reach goal achievement.

IF YOU HAVE MEDICAID and…

  • Have been diagnosed with high blood pressure, diabetes, or another chronic issue?
  • Struggle with having enough food, or living in safe and affordable housing?
  • Or have problems driving or finding a ride, or feeling safe?

You may qualify for “HOP”

The Healthy Opportunities Program (HOP) – a free program using your Medicaid health plan for families who live in Edgecombe, Halifax, Nash, Northampton, or Pitt Counties.

Catholic Charities can help you learn more!

or call

(252) 355 – 5111 ext. 2009

Clinical Counseling

Catholic Charities of the diocese of Raleigh provides professionally-trained clinical counseling services to individuals, couples, and families who:

• Are experiencing emotional distress
• Want to grow toward their full potential
• Are experiencing difficulty dealing with stress, depression or anxiety
• Desire increased skills to deal with life’s struggles
• Desire healing from grief, loss or strained relationships
• Behavioral dysregulation for children ages 3+

Counseling Services are provided from a perspective which recognizes the emotional, behavioral, cognitive, spiritual and physical aspects of an individuals’ healing or growth.

Services are $35 for uninsured or low income individuals/families. Services are available online or in person.

To schedule an appointment, contact Ruth DeVito at 984-238-2351 or by email at Ruth.DeVito@ccharitiesdor.org

Servicios de Asesoramiento Clínico

Caridades Católicas de la Diócesis de Raleigh brinda servicios de asesoramiento clínico bilingüe con capacitación profesional a personas, parejas y familias que:

• Están experimentando angustia emocional.
• Quieren crecer hasta alcanzar su máximo potencial.
• Tienen dificultades para lidiar con el estrés, la depresión o la ansiedad.
• Desean aumentar sus habilidades para afrontar las luchas de la vida.
• Deseo de curación del dolor, la pérdida o las relaciones tensas.

• Desregulación del comportamiento en niños de 3 años+

Los servicios de asesoramiento se brindan desde una perspectiva que reconoce los aspectos emocionales, conductuales, cognitivos, espirituales y físicos de la curación o el crecimiento de un individuo.

Los servicios cuestan $35 para personas/familias sin seguro o de bajos ingresos. Servicios están disponible en línea o en persona.

Para programar una cita comuníquese con Ruth DeVito al 984-238-2351 o por correo electrónico al Ruth.DeVito@ccharitiesdor.org