Sims

Local offices in Sims

We have not checked Sims on its own yet. Here is what we have for the area around it.

Food near you

Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Sims first. Hours change, so call first when you can.

• Mobile pantry

  Abundant Life Cathedral COGIC

  28 miles from the center of Sims

  4400 Old Poole Rd., Raleigh, NC 27610

  Hours

  • Sat8 AM to 9 AM (4th of the month). Drive-through

  Who can come: Anyone

  What to bring: Drive-through distribution

  Call 919-231-4388DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on foodshuttle.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Abundant Life Cathedral COGIC, Building B

  Abundant Life Cathedral COGIC

  28 miles from the center of Sims

  4400 Old Poole Rd., Raleigh, NC 27610

  Hours

  • Mon11 AM to 12 PM
  • Wed11 AM to 12 PM

  Who can come: Anyone

  What to bring: Indoor service

  Call 919-231-4388DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on foodshuttle.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Emmanuel Hispanic Pentecostal

  29 miles from the center of Sims

  4119 Rock Quarry Rd., Raleigh, NC 27610

  Hours

  • Fri9 AM to 12 PM (3rd of the month)
  Call 919-523-4167Directions

  Listed on foodfinder.foodbankcenc.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  North Raleigh Ministries Food Pantry

  North Raleigh Ministries

  30 miles from the center of Sims

  2809 E. Millbrook Road, Raleigh, NC 27604

  Hours

  • Mon10:30 AM to 2 PM
  • Tue10:30 AM to 2 PM
  • Wed3:30 PM to 7 PM
  • Thu10:30 AM to 2 PM

  Who can come: Residents of ZIP codes 27604, 27609, 27612, 27613, 27614, 27615, and 27616

  What to bring: Bring a government-issued photo ID showing your current address in the service area, or an ID plus a lease or utility bill in your name.

  Languages: Spanish

  Call 919-844-6676DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on northraleighministries.com, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Catholic Parish Outreach Food Pantry

  Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh

  31 miles from the center of Sims

  2013 Raleigh Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27604

  Hours

  • Mon9 AM to 12 PM
  • Wed9 AM to 12 PM
  • Thu9 AM to 12 PM
  • Fri9 AM to 12 PM
  • Sat9 AM to 12 PM (2nd and 3rd of the month)

  Who can come: People in need in Wake, Johnston, and Franklin counties

  What to bring: No referral needed. Groceries are available once every 30 days.

  Languages: Spanish

  Call 919-873-0245DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on catholiccharitiesraleigh.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  The Women’s Center of Wake County

  31 miles from the center of Sims

  3211 Bramer Dr., Raleigh, NC 27604

  Hours

  • Mon11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch
  • Tue11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch
  • Wed11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch
  • Thu11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch
  • Fri11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Lunch

  Who can come: Unhoused women

  Call 919-829-3711DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on wcwc.org, checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Sims

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Wilson County

Sims is in Wilson County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Wilson County Department of Social Services

  100 NE Gold St., Wilson, NC 27894

  Help here

  • Food and Nutrition ServicesApply for food assistance and get help with an existing case.Apply onlineRead more
  • MedicaidApply for Medicaid and get help with coverage or case changes.Apply onlineRead more
  • Energy and utility crisis helpAsk about help with energy bills and utility emergencies.Read more
  • Child supportGet help with child support services and an existing case.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 252-206-4000DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wilsoncountync.gov

• Public health · County office

  Wilson County WIC Program

  1801 Glendale Drive, Wilson, NC 27893

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportAsk about food and nutrition support for eligible women, infants, and children.
  Call 252-291-3144DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wilsoncountync.gov

• Housing help · Regional office

  Housing Authority of the City of Wilson

  301 E. Nash St., Wilson, NC 27893

  Help here

  • Affordable housingAsk about affordable housing and housing assistance programs.
  Call 252-291-2245DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wilsonha.org

• Public health · County office

  Wilson County Health Department

  1801 Glendale Drive, Wilson, NC 27893

  Help here

  • Public health and clinical servicesGet information about health services, prevention, and community health concerns.
  Call 252-237-3141DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on wilsoncountync.gov

• Mental health and recovery · Regional office

  Eastpointe

  509 W. Nash St., Wilson, NC 27893

  Help here

  • Behavioral health and crisis referralsGet help finding mental health, substance use, or intellectual and developmental disability services.
  Call 800-913-6109DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on mco.eastpointe.net

• Older adults · Regional office

  Upper Coastal Plain Area Agency on Aging

  121 W. Nash St., Wilson, NC 27893

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver supportGet information about services and support for older adults, caregivers, and people with disabilities.
  Call 252-234-5900DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ucpcog.org

Everything in Wilson County

North Carolina programs by kind of help

These are run by North Carolina and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• HealthCare.gov

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.

  Call 1-800-318-2596
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026