Housing and financial assistance for women combines federal programs (HUD, TANF, SNAP, LIHEAP) with state and local efforts. Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and public housing are administered by local Public Housing Authorities (PHAs), with VAWA giving survivors of domestic violence priority and emergency transfer rights. Emergency shelter and rapid rehousing run through HUD's Continuum of Care and Coordinated Entry. Mothers with custodial children typically qualify for TANF cash assistance and family-priority housing. Community action agencies and 211 lines coordinate utility help, emergency funds, and rent assistance. This directory covers PHAs, shelter systems, 211 referral lines, and community action agencies.
North Carolina district courts handle family matters in all 100 counties, with some counties having dedicated family court sessions. The Child Support Services Section operates under DHHS. Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, Durham, and Winston-Salem are the largest metros. Legal Aid of North Carolina and the North Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCCADV) serve women statewide.
NC Housing Finance Agency is the go-to housing and financial resource in the Raleigh area for rental assistance, utility help, emergency funds, and housing stability. Contact (919) 877-5700 to ask about appointments, documents to bring, and waitlist status. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm — confirm by phone before driving in. Free for qualifying North Carolina mothers and their children.
(919) 877-5700 · 3508 Bush St, Raleigh, NC 27609 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Charlotte Housing Authority works with women across North Carolina on rental assistance, utility help, emergency funds, and housing stability. Contact (704) 336-5183 to ask about appointments, documents to bring, and waitlist status. Hours are Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. Free of charge for women meeting income or program eligibility.
(704) 336-5183 · 1301 S Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28203 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Raleigh Housing Authority is the go-to housing and financial resource in the Raleigh area for rental assistance, utility help, emergency funds, and housing stability. Dial (919) 831-8300 for an initial conversation about your situation. Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm — confirm by phone before driving in. Free of charge for women meeting income or program eligibility.
(919) 831-8300 · 900 Haynes St, Raleigh, NC 27604 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
NC Emergency Rental Assistance provides rental assistance, utility help, emergency funds, and housing stability for women in North Carolina. Phone (888) 927-5467 for case-by-case eligibility, current openings, and next steps. Hours are Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. Free of charge for women meeting income or program eligibility.
(888) 927-5467 · Statewide program · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Salvation Army NC — Emergency Aid provides rental assistance, utility help, emergency funds, and housing stability for women in North Carolina. Phone (800) 725-2769 for case-by-case eligibility, current openings, and next steps. Available Mon-Fri 9am-4pm; the team can answer questions about documents and timing. Services are offered at no cost to women who meet program criteria.
(800) 725-2769 · Multiple locations statewide · Mon-Fri 9am-4pm · Visit Website
Habitat for Humanity — Charlotte serves women in Charlotte and surrounding North Carolina communities with rental assistance, utility help, emergency funds, and housing stability. Dial (704) 376-2054 for an initial conversation about your situation. Hours are Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, and walk-ins may be accepted depending on staffing. Services are offered at no cost to women who meet program criteria.
(704) 376-2054 · 3220 N Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28205 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
Federal housing assistance hub. Section 8, public housing, homeless services, and HUD office locator for every state for low-income women and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women and families who need vetted, plain-language information on rental assistance, emergency shelter referrals, utility help, and housing search support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Federal homeless assistance programs and Continuum of Care contacts in every community for low-income women and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women and families who need vetted, plain-language information on rental assistance, emergency shelter referrals, utility help, and housing search support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program — help with heating, cooling, and weatherization in every state for low-income women and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women and families who need vetted, plain-language information on rental assistance, emergency shelter referrals, utility help, and housing search support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Emergency shelter, rent assistance, food, utilities, and transitional housing in nearly every US community for low-income women and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women and families who need vetted, plain-language information on rental assistance, emergency shelter referrals, utility help, and housing search support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Emergency assistance, housing, food, and family support — local agency in nearly every diocese nationwide. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women and families who need vetted, plain-language information on rental assistance, emergency shelter referrals, utility help, and housing search support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Local United Ways provide housing assistance, food, financial coaching and 211 referrals for low-income women and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women and families who need vetted, plain-language information on rental assistance, emergency shelter referrals, utility help, and housing search support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Affordable homeownership opportunities for working families in every state. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women and families who need vetted, plain-language information on rental assistance, emergency shelter referrals, utility help, and housing search support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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National network helping homeless families achieve sustainable independence through community-based programs. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for low-income women and families who need vetted, plain-language information on rental assistance, emergency shelter referrals, utility help, and housing search support. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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