The Reidsville Outreach Center was organized over twenty years ago by individuals with the compassion and willingness to provide assistance to needy and disadvantaged individuals and families in Reidsville and Rockingham County. Over the years it has evolved as one of the largest food pantries in Reidsville.
Mission Statement
The Primary Mission of the Reidsville Outreach Center is to provide nutritious food to families and individuals in need of such in Rockingham County, North Carolina, in a compassionate, non-judgmental, and indiscriminate manner while allowing these persons to maintain their dignity and individuality.
Facts and Statistics
- During the year 2023, (post covid) we distributed food items to over 5,500 families. This represents over 13,000 individuals.
- We deliver food items to a select few of our clients who are Home Bound.
- Every other week, we distribute food to an average of 135-175 families which are made up of over 450-550 individuals.
- The Center partners with St. Thomas Episcopal Church to administer the “Back Pack” program at one of the elementary schools in Reidsville to feed children who are at risk of hunger on weekends and holidays. Food items are packaged for them to take home.
- We are a beneficiary of food items from the U. S. Postal Service in Reidsville from its annual food drive. Food donations also come from area grocery stores and area churches.
- We average over $24,000 in financial support from area churches and individuals.
- We have received grants from the Salem Presbytery through their grant program to provide finance support.
- We are a member agency of the Second Harvest Food Bank of NW North Carolina, located in Winston-Salem, NC. from which we purchase food items at a great reduced price.
- We have received grants from the Reidsville Area Foundation to provide finance support for projects and other needs.