State benefits guide

State benefits guide

North Carolina

North Carolina

North Carolina

North Carolina Resources

North Carolina Resources

North Carolina Resources

Last reviewed: August 6, 2026

Last reviewed: August 6, 2026

Heat Relief Available Through October 31

Heat Relief Available Through October 31

Eligible adults age 60+ and adults with disabilities may be able to receive free fans through North Carolina’s Operation Fan Heat Relief program. Assistance is available through October 31, 2026, while supplies are available.

Eligible adults age 60+ and adults with disabilities may be able to receive free fans through North Carolina’s Operation Fan Heat Relief program. Assistance is available through October 31, 2026, while supplies are available.

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Food Assistance

Food Assistance

Food Assistance

North Carolina Resources

SNAP Benefits

SNAP Benefits

Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) helps eligible North Carolina households buy groceries each month through an EBT card.

WIC Benefits

WIC Benefits

North Carolina WIC provides healthy food, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals for pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children under five.

EBT Card Help

EBT Card Help

Check your EBT balance, replace a lost or stolen card, reset your PIN, and get help with your North Carolina benefits account.

More Household Support

More Household Support

More Household Support

Utility Assistance

Find official North Carolina utility assistance programs and energy-bill support.

Healthcare and Medicaid

Find NC Medicaid coverage, enrollment help, and healthcare resources.

Childcare Assistance

Explore official North Carolina childcare and early education support programs.

Housing Assistance

Find official housing support, rental assistance, and local housing resources in North Carolina.

Cash and Family Assistance

Explore official cash aid and family support programs available in North Carolina.

Food Banks and Emergency Food

Find nearby food banks, community meals, and emergency food assistance in North Carolina.

Help The Hive is an independent resource guide and is not affiliated with any government agency. Always confirm eligibility and application details with the official program website.

Help The Hive is an independent resource guide and is not affiliated with any government agency. Always confirm eligibility and application details with the official program website.

How to Apply or Get Help

How to Apply or Get Help

Use the official application links in each benefit card. For one-on-one support, contact your state benefits agency or a local community action organization.

Latest Benefit Updates

Latest Benefit Updates

Latest Benefit Updates