Fifth Street Ministries

Tri County Christian Crisis Ministry is a Christian organization based in Elkin, NC, dedicated to providing a united Christian response to the hunger and financial crisis needs of households in Surry, Wilkes, and Yadkin counties. Led by Executive Director Gilda Pruitt, who has over 25 years of experience in recruiting and training volunteers, the ministry aims to extend God's love to everyone by ministering to their spiritual, emotional, and physical needs. With a dedicated team of regular and part-time volunteers, Tri County Christian Crisis Ministry strives to make a long-lasting difference in the community through data-driven models and Christian values. Founded in 1986 by the Tri County Ministerial Association, the ministry's mission is to address the hunger and financial crisis needs of households in the designated areas. They work towards enabling clients to achieve relative independence and limiting the recurrence of crisis by coordinating resources in churches and the private sector. Tri County Christian Crisis Ministry also partners with Second Harvest Food Bank to fulfill their mission and provide essential assistance to those in need.Generated from the website

Disability Rights & Resources is a nonprofit Center for Independent Living based in Charlotte, NC, dedicated to creating a fully inclusive community where people with and without disabilities can pursue their goals. Established in 1980, it is one of over 340 Centers for Independent Living in the U.S., with a mission that emphasizes consumer control, advocacy, and community integration. The organization provides a range of services, including advocacy, independent living skills training, and peer mentoring, aimed at empowering individuals with disabilities to overcome barriers and live independently. With a strong emphasis on cross-disability support, they serve the counties of Mecklenburg, Gaston, Union, and Cabarrus, focusing on fostering independence and community participation. Generated from the website