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Outreach staff is so very grateful for all the support we receive from our generous community.
About Us

Outreach is nestled within the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina in the town of Columbus, just east of Tryon, NC.  Outreach serves Polk County families and individuals that need assistance with day-to-day necessities such as food, heat and housing.    

Since 1991, Outreach has served with caring hearts and helping hands to meet the needs of countless people.  Many of those in need come to us because they are in a short-term crisis and are unable to pay the electric bill or buy food for their children. Others live with the devastating effects of long-term poverty and thus depend on the services of Outreach.  Thanks to the generosity of our board, staff, volunteers, donors, and countless friends, Outreach continues to provide quality services to those in need.  If you are experiencing a crisis, please Contact Us or click on Our Services to learn more about how we can help you and your family. 
"Without Outreach, my family would go hungry and without their help, I may have become homeless. Thanks Outreach for the help and God Bless!"
                                                             ​~ Outreach client
Our Mission

To provide compassionate assistance to Polk County residents who do not have the resources to provide for their basic life needs.
Our Vision

The vision of Outreach is to be the heart of a unified, community-wide effort through which no individual or family in Polk County goes hungry, cold or without shelter.


Hours of Operation

Monday - Thursday: 9:00am - 12:00pm & 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Friday: 9:00am - 12:00pm

"As a single mom, I am grateful to Outreach for being there for me and my daughter in our time of need. The food pantry is security and peace of mind for single parents and those without jobs or any other support. Thank you so much for keeping us afloat."
                                                          ~ Outreach client
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Outreach 

       134 White Drive
       P.O. Box 834
       Columbus, NC 28722
       828.894.2988

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  • HOME
    • About Us
    • History
    • Executive Director Message
    • Board
    • Staff
    • Employment
    • Events
  • OUR SERVICES
    • Eligibility Requirements
    • Financial Assistance
    • Food Assistance >
      • Feed-A-Kid Program
      • Food Pantry Program
    • School Supply Program
    • Holiday Programs
    • LifeWorks
    • Hope Village (rental housing development)
    • Helpful Resources
  • Ways to Give
    • Donate Now
    • Send gifts by mail or online
    • Honorariums/Memorials
    • In-Kind Giving
    • Planned Giving
    • Matching Gifts
    • Donate Stock
    • Thank you!
  • VOLUNTEER
    • Volunteer Sign-Up Form
    • Outreach Ambassador
  • Empty Bowls
  • CONTACT US
    • Driving Directions
  • News
    • Newsletter Sign-Up
  • Privacy Policy
  • Annual Report / Audit / IRS 990