Our Impact
Strategically placed in Downtown Wilson, the Hope Station is a hub of support for families in crisis through food, shelter, housing assistance, and financial assistance.
We marshall the resources of our local and state governments, corporate partners, churches and committed individuals to meet the needs of our neighbors.
20% of all Wilson County residents and 25% of children in Wilson County live in a household that is food insecure. That means they aren’t always sure where their next meal is going to come from and they don’t have regular access to nutritious food. (Source: Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina)
Our Pantry Helps Meet That Need
In 2024, we served over 3,300 people of all ages in over 1,300 households through our food pantry. We rely on the donation of food by individuals, food drives and local food stores to keep our shelves stocked with healthy, nutritious food that is distributed 3 times a week.
In November, Ashley arrived at Hope Station, with her three young children, ages 2, 6, and 12, feeling lost and unsure of where to turn. Without a safe place to stay, she was overwhelmed with worry about how to keep her family together and secure. Thanks to Hope Station’s compassionate social worker and Ashley’s willingness to share her needs, they were able to offer her family a safe haven in the Westview Shelter. This support not only alleviated her anxiety, but gave her the stability she needed to take the next steps toward rebuilding her life.
“Not knowing where we were going to sleep each night was terrifying. Because of Hope Station, my family was able to stay together in a safe place. We no longer have to worry about where we’ll sleep each night.” But Hope Station’s assistance didn’t stop at shelter. They provide Ashley with resources to help her children and are working with her to overcome personal barriers. Today, she is on a path to securing stable housing. “Hope Station has helped me get back on my feet again. They’ve given me a chance to start over, and for that, we are so thankful.” Hope Station is proud to be part of Ashley’s journey and to offer a lifeline to families in need.
Nearly 10,000 people and 1,000 households experience homelessness on any given day in North Carolina. (Source: United States Interagency Council on Homelessness)
Our Shelters Help Meet That Need
Our 20-bed Men’s Shelter and 10-bed Westview Family Shelter provided over 6,700 nights of shelter in 2024. These include veterans, senior citizens, women and children. We provide them with wrap around services to help them navigate this crisis in their lives.
Henry lost everything – his home, health, and hope. Homeless and alone, he turned to Hope Station, where he found a lifeline of support. With their guidance, Henry joined Alcoholics Anonymous, began his sobriety journey, and rediscovered his faith and community. Hope Station helped him secure disability benefits, resolve debts, and obtain housing voucher, leading him to transition into a cozy apartment, giving him the stability he needed to rebuild. Over time, Henry’s resilience blossomed. He repaired relationships with his ex-wife and son, embraced a healthier lifestyle and found purpose in giving back. Today, he occasionally volunteers at Hope Station, working in the food pantry and offering others the same lifeline of hope that transformed him. Henry’s story is a powerful reminder that with faith, support, and determination, even the most broken lives can be restored.
Our Services Help Meet That Need
Our social workers help families in crisis with Rapid Rehousing and Prevention services to assist with a transition to stable housing or to keep from becoming homeless in the first place. In 2024, we assisted 44 households in transitioning from homelessness to stable housing and prevented homelessness for an additional 20 households.
