What is a White Flag Emergency Shelter?
A White Flag Shelter is a temporary emergency shelter that opens during dangerously cold weather.
Shelter Information
Primary Location:
First Baptist Church
311 W Nash St.
Wilson, NC 27893
Alternative Location:
St. John AME Zion
119 Pender St E
Wilson, NC 27893
How Can You Help?
- Spiritually - Pray for shelter guests and volunteers. Share updates with your church.
- Financially - Donate funds or items for meals, cots, blankets and operations
- Physically - Volunteer for shifts (setup, meals, guest support)
We Need Volunteers!
- Adults 21+, background screening and volunteer training required
- Evening setup and guest check-in
- Overnight support and hospitality
- Morning clean-up and shelter breakdown
For more information contact Judi Thurson 919-709-6426 or director@unitedwayofwilson.org