Champions

Join Our Network of Poverty Fighters Across North Carolina

North Carolina's 1.4 million low-income families are struggling more than ever. The need for affordable housing, reliable transportation, living-wage employment and sufficient nutrition abound, especially in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. It takes time, money, and dedication to help families overcome the challenges of poverty and achieve economic self-sufficiency. Your donation supports our statewide work to help more people in need. Every dollar makes a difference.

Use Amazon Smile

Make us your charity of choice on Amazon. They'll donate a small percentage of your purchase to us everytime you shop. And best of all, it won't cost you anything extra.

send a check

Send a check to 4428 Louisburg Road, STE 101, Raleigh NC 27616 payable to the North Carolina Community Action Association.

donate in honor or memory of

Honor a special person in your life by donating in their honor or memory. Just write who the donation is in honor/memory of in the notes.

seek a matching contribution

Many companies will match employee gifts to non-profit organizations like NCCAA. Talk to your HR department to find out if you're company will double your impact and to obtain a matching gift form. Email us at for our 501(c)3 tax ID number.

Host an event

Host an event or challenge to raise donations. Some event ideas are a spare change drive, golf tournament, dance-off, yard sale or bake sale.

Buy some coffee

Our coffee brand, NEW Grounds Coffee, provides unrestricted funds to our organization, which fills the gap in our funding. Drink coffee knowing you're helping people in need.

host a facebook fundraiser

Raise money on Facebook to support our cause. Unlike other platforms, Facebook will not charge a fee for any funds you raise for us.

become a member

Consider joining our cause as a member. Memberships are affordable and come with a number of perks like discounts.