08/23/2026
Looking for help? Here are some resources:
1. Sunnyside Ministry (Serves ZIP code 27107 directly)
Phone: (336) 724-7558
Address: 319 Haled St, Winston-Salem, NC 27127
Services: Direct financial help for rent (eviction notice required) and utilities (disconnect notice required), plus a food pantry and clothing assistance.
2. Forsyth County Housing Center / Coordinated Intake
Phone: (336) 721-9327
Services: Official central entry point for homelessness prevention, ESG (Emergency Solutions Grants), and CoC emergency rent back-pay.
3. Crisis Control Ministry
Phone: (336) 724-7453
Address: 200 E 10th St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Services: Emergency rent, mortgage, and utility payments made directly to landlords or service providers. Call mornings for intake appointments.
4. Forsyth County Department of Social Services (CIP Energy Program)
Phone: (336) 703-3800
Address: 741 N Highland Ave, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Services: Ask specifically for the Crisis Intervention Program (CIP) for up to $600 in utility disconnect help (single adults qualify; no children required).
5. Experiment in Self-Reliance (ESR) - Community Action Agency
Phone: (336) 722-9400
Address: 3480 Dominion St NE, Winston-Salem, NC 27105
Services: Community action housing stabilization, emergency rental assistance, and financial counseling for low-to-moderate-income adults.
6. NC 2-1-1
Phone: Dial 2-1-1 or 1-888-892-1162
Services: Free, live 24/7 hotline that routes you to open local non-profit grants, food assistance, and emergency shelter resources.
7. Salvation Army of Greater Winston-Salem
Phone: (336) 723-6366 or (336) 722-8721
Address: 1255 Trade St NW, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Services: Direct rent and utility emergency grants.