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Humanitarian Organizations

Inside the Village of Blowing Rock
 

NEW DIRECTION MUSTARD SEED

Our mission has been focused on restoration of single parent families. A faith based ministry has offered professional Christian counseling, Legal representation for protective custody of children, Financial assistance & budgeting, & Restorative retreats. It is not an emergency crisis ministry but a long-term relational ministry.
452 Sunset Drive Unit 6
Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Telephone: 828-206-0495
In the Area
 

BLUE RIDGE CHAPTER, AMERICAN RED CROSS

Serving the residents of Watauga County since November 1917 by providing relief to victims of disasters and helping people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies.
331 Queen Street
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone: 828-264-8226

COMMUNITY CARE CLINIC

The Community Care Clinic was established in 2006, in response to a growing number of uninsured in our community. It is estimated that over 4,000 adults in Watauga County will remain uninsured in spite of the Affordable Care Act. Our clinic is located in the Hannah Building (the former Health Department) off of Bamboo Road.
141 Health Center Drive
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone: 828.265.8591

DYLAN'S HEARTS

We have two main goals: Mitigate unnecessary pain & suffering in animals who can’t access emergency veterinary treatment due to owners’ financial limits. Assist owners in making animal care decisions based on needs of the animal, not financial limits, helping reduce unnecessary euthanasia.
3508-A Gaston Road
Greensboro, NC 27407
Telephone: 336-299-6392

HIGH COUNTRY BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION INC.

Our mission is to support patients, survivors & their families in the High Country. Through events like our Walk/Run for Breast Cancer, we raise funds that are awarded as scholarships to local women & men fighting breast cancer. An all-volunteer foundation whose funds remain in the community.
328 Shulls Mill Rd
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone: 614.928.6544

HUNGER & HEALTH COALITION

Our mission is to relieve poverty & hunger in a compassionate manner for families & individuals experiencing economic hardship & food shortages. Assistance may include food, medicine & referrals to other community resources. We meet emergency needs while acting as a resource to help find a more permanent solution.
141 Health Center Dr., Ste C
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone: 828-262-1628

NC GUARDIAN AD LITEM 24th JUDICIAL DISTRICT

North Carolina Guardian ad Litem equips community volunteers to serve abused and neglected children by advocating for their best interests in court.
Toll-Free: 800.982.4041
Telephone: 828.737.6721

SAMARITAN'S PURSE

When disaster strikes, Samaritan's Purse is there to bring help and hope in Jesus' Name around the world. Samaritan's Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people since 1970, helping victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God's love through His Son, Jesus Christ. Examples of our programs include: -International Crisis Response -Operation Christmas Child -Children's Heart Project -Operation Heal Our Patriots -United States Disaster Relief -World Medical Mission -And more! Visit www.samaritanspurse.org for more information on how you can be involved.
801 Bamboo Road
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone: 828-278-1164

THE CHILDREN'S COUNCIL

A local nonprofit that works to build a strong foundation for children's learning and development by strengthening families, the early childhood system, and the wider community.
225 Birch St.
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone: 828.262.5424 215

WAMY COMMUNITY ACTION

Partnering with families and communities to provide the disadvantaged the support and tools they need to become self-sufficient.
225 Birch Street
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone: 828-264-2421

WATAUGA COUNTY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

A Christian housing ministry building safe and affordable homes with families who earn 40-70% of Watauga County median income. Donations of land, materials & volunteer labor keep homes affordable. Families contribute sweat equity & receive zero interest mortgages.
1200 Archie Carroll Rd.
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone: 828-268-9545

WATAUGA HUMANE SOCIETY

Over 200 adoptable cats, dogs, guinea pigs & bunnies. Adoption fee includes spay/neuter, vaccination, microchip & more! A 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to making the lives of pets better in Watauga County through sheltering, low-cost spay/neuter & education. Day, seasonal & annual dog park passes available at front desk w/ proof of vaccination. See website for hours.
312 Paws Way
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone: 828-264-7865

WESTERN YOUTH NETWORK

A relationship-focused resource for youth & families in the High Country. Through prevention & intervention programs, WYN specializes in providing youth with the tools they need to reach their potential & discover their place in our community & world.
155 WYN Way
Boone, NC 28607
Telephone: 828-264-5174