Emergency Food and Shelter

Emergency financial services provides assistance to families who are in a "crisis" situation, thus preventing eviction, disruption of services and preventing homelessness. This is done by providing a central information base for community service agencies that can render needed services.  If you have lost your place of residence or are at risk of losing your home or necessary services, call for emergency assistance

Emergency Food and Shelter:  This program is funded by the Emergency Food and Shelter National Board with funds received from the Federal Emergency Management Authority (FEMA). We are the designated agency to handle Newport News and Hampton applicants. Due to the limited amount of funding the program usually runs from February through June. The program broadens the Community Outreach Center's capacity for providing food, clothing, and shelter to residents through direct services or referrals to other agencies for assistance. Assistance with Rent/Mortgage and Utility bills is also provided.

Food Pantry: Emergency Services maintains two food pantries (2708 Chestnut Avenue and 6060 Jefferson Avenue 2nd Floor Rouse Tower (Department of Human Services) - both in Newport News. Emergency Services is a member of the FoodBank and receives food from their agency at $0.14 a pound. The FoodBank also provides food for special events such as flooding, hurricane, and other emergencies. This food is usually free. We receive canned, dry goods, bread, meat, and fresh vegetables. Traditionally during the November and December holidays, we provide a larger food supplement. The recipients receive the food at no cost to them and no more than once a quarter. However, this can change depending on the individual's plight. They are monitored with our intake application and are asked to volunteer at their church or charity.