Mission - to improve the lives and health of those affected by HIV/AIDS while preventing transmission through education and testing.

1120 Fairgrove Rd. SE, Hickory, NC 28602

828.322.1447, alfadirect@alfainfo.org

The American Red Cross, a humantarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies.

1333 Fallston Road, Shelby, NC 28150

828.322.4151

AMOREM was formerly Burke Hospice & Palliative Care and Caldwell Hospice & Palliative Care. MISSION - To provide quality, thoughtful, loving care to our patients and support to their families and offer education and grief support to communities served.

Visit website for contact information and locations.

Mission - to enhance the educational opportunities and experiences of individuals with disabilities at the J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center and advance research-based practices among professionals.

300 Enola Road, Morganton, NC 28655

828.430.7952, assurethefuture.org

Mission - to provide rescue to animals, primarily dogs, who are abused or abandoned, secure them safely in foster homes, and screen adoptive homes for placement.

PO Box 8311, Morganton, NC 28680

828.584.6767, abetterlife@gmail.com

Mission - to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring professionally supported one-to-one mentoring relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.

PO Box 663, Morganton, NC 28680

828.413.0796, burke@bbbswnc.org

Mission - helping people, changing lives.

800 North Green Street, Morganton, NC 28655

828.438.6255, info@brcainc.org

Mission - to develop, manage and distribute gifts to assist Carolinas Healthcare System Blue Ridge in providing excellent healthcare in the local area.

309 South College Street, Morganton, NC 28655

828.580.5358, brfoundation@unchealth.unc.edu

Mission - to enrich the quality of life in Burke County through cultural and artistic activities. We seek to coordinate arts activities in the community, serve as an information and resources center for the arts.

506 S. Sterling Street, Morganton, NC 28655

828.433.7282, director@burkearts.org

Mission - to teach adults and their families to read and/or to improve their literacy skill and to install in all those served a commitment to lifelong learning.

200 North King Street, Morganton, NC 28655

828.437.7477, bclcfamilyliteracy@gmail.com

Mission - to work collaboratively with community partners to provide prevention, education, treatment and recovery support services to all citizens of Burke County regardless of their ability to pay.

203 White Street, Morganton, NC 28655

828.433.1221, contact@burkerecovery.com

Mission - to educate diverse learners, nurture their potentials, and empower them to be competitive, successful and productive citizens.

700 East Parker Road, Morganton, NC 28655

828.439.4312

Mission - to inspire Burke County residents and businesses to create a stronger, healthier and happier community through financial generosity and volunteer commitment.

121 W. Union Street, Morganton, NC 28655

828.433.0681, executive.director@bcuw.org

Demonstrating the love of Christ through food, clothing, crisis assistance and educational opportunities.

576 East Fleming Drive, Morganton, NC 28655

828.433.8075, info@bucm.net

Mission - to help bring about a time when no more abused or abandoned cats will be destroyed.

PO Box 1915, Morganton, NC 28680

828.461.0178, thecatscradlenc@yahoo.com

Mission - Changing lives and inspiring learning through science and wonder.

243 3rd Ave. NE, Hickory, NC 28601

828.322.8169, info@catawbascience.org

Mission - Where Help and Hope Meet

327 1st Avenue NW, Hickory, NC 28601

828.695.5900

205 Morgan St. SE, Valdese, NC 28690

828.624.1900

Mission - to restore individuals who have experienced a life changing event by promoting their well-being and self-sufficiency.

301 E. Meeting Street, Morganton, NC 28655

828.334.6159, info@acaringalternative.com

Mission - the power of family can transform lives and communities.

PO Box 14608, Greensboro, NC 27415

800.632.1400

Mission - to provide a safe, healing journey for hurting children and families - creating hope now and in the future.

Visit website for contact information.

Mission - to provide community access to affordable dispute resolution services through training, meditation and education. The Conflict Resolution Center strives to transform conflict into opportunities for peace and human development for youth, adults, businesses, schools, private organizations and the governmental agencies.

PO Box 1222, Hildebran, NC 28637

828.397.2966

Mission - to empower veterans to lead high-quality lives with respect and dignity.

PO Box 2159, Morganton, NC 28680

828.544.5164

East Burke Christian Ministries is a small crises assistance agency located in Hildebran serving Eastern Burke County. Our main assistance is with food. We also help financially with past due bills for power and rent, medicine and kerosene. You must live in the Eastern part of Burke County to be able to receive services from East Burke Christian Ministries.

103 3rd Avenue SE, Hildebran, NC 28637

828.397.7074

Mission - to provide structure and guidance, joy and meaning for individuals and families through evidence based practices, art, education, and other creative approaches.

PO Box 560, Morganton, NC 28680

828.604.4906

Organization committed to promoting public archeology in the upper Catawba and Yadkin river valley of Western North Carolina. Our mission is to support research, education and outreach on preservation of our past.

220 New Street, Morganton, NC 28655

828.439.2463, ed@exploringjoara.org

Photo credit to Tom Winsch

Mission - to promote the growth and development of young children by supporting and strengthening families and building caring, responsive communities.

300 Enola Road, Morganton, NC 28655

828.608.6700

A nationally accredited regional land trust that inspires conservation in Western North Carolina by permanently protecting land and water for the benefit of people and all living things.

204 Avery Ave., Morganton, NC 28655

828.437.9930, info@foothillsconservancy.org

Mission - to assist the elderly and disabled persons in Burke and surrounding counties making their houses dry, safe, warm and accessible. Those needing handicapped ramps are given priority.

PO Box 86, Rutherford College, NC 28671

828.879.8400, info@foothillsserviceproject.org

Mission - to support the Valdese Park and Recreation Department with volunteer hours and fundraising for the betterment of the Department while at the same time benefitting the town, the citizens, and the environment.

PO Box 994, Valdese, NC 28690

828.604.1122

Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

208 Union Square NW, Suite 101, Hickory, NC 28601

800.672.2148, info@girlscoutsp2p.org

Good Samaritan Clinic is an interdenominational faith-based corporation whose mission is to provide charitable and affordable primary health care and dental care to people living in Burke County who have limited financial resources. The clinic is committed to honoring the God-given dignity and value of people by promoting their health and well-being.

500 East Parker Road, Morganton, NC 28655

828.212.4185, info@gscburke.org

Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.

PO Box 352, Morganton, NC 28680

828.437.0370

Mission - to assist in preservation and restoration of historic buildings and sites in Burke County and provide technical assistance to others engaged in preservation. We encourage awareness of heritage and work to enhance the character and beauty of our community.

PO Box 915, Morganton, NC 28680

828.437.4104, historicburke@gmail.com

Mission - to promote the collection, preservation, educational interpretation and display of those artifacts, documents and events most representative of Burke County - its prehistory and history, its cultural and economical development, its people and institutions.

201 W. Meeting St., Morganton, NC 28655

828.437.1777, burkehistory@compascable.net

Mission - to provide daily emergency shelter to homeless men and to assist every willing man with a “hand up” to better himself, by providing food, shelter, care, and counseling.

PO Box 1371, Morganton, NC 28680

828.433.8921

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Mission - to support the mission of the Burke County Library. To provide access to information for a diverse community. To offer lifelong learning opportunities through innovative and educational programming.

204 S. King St. Morganton, NC 28655

828.764.9260, foundation@bcpls.org

Mission - to end the cycle of homelessness, we provide hope and opportunity to men, women, and children through shelter, transition, and recovery.

PO Box 2861, Morganton, NC 28680

828.432.5659

Mission - to provide professional counseling and to facilitate emotional growth and enrichment of each individual’s unique purpose and plan.

220 Burkemont Avenue, Morganton, NC 28655

828.433.5600

We are dedicated to a philosophy of inquiry based education and emphasize individuals as unique members of a global community.

305 West Concord Street, Morganton, NC 28655

828.437.6782, mail@morgantondayschool.com

Mission - to nurture every student, every day to develop strong character, academic excellence, and good citizenship.

550 Lenoir Road, Morganton, NC 28655

828.437.5753

NCSD students will be confident, collaborative members of an inclusive language rich educational community. All students will be healthy, well adjusted, lifetime learners who will contribute to world culture and succeed in a competitive global economy.

517 West Fleming Drive, Morganton, NC 28655

828.432.5200

Mission - to offer new and enriching exhibitions, programs, and art education for adults and children; serve as a cultural destination for tourists and visitors; and act as a resource for our local communities.

400 Main Street, Valdese, NC 28690

828.838.9806, rsaf1893@gmail.com

Mission - to positively impact the economic development of area families and individuals with the asset building opportunities to achieve financial stability.

200 South College Street, Suite A, Morganton, NC 28655

828.475.4620, ohcedc@ohcedc.org

Mission - to inform and educate citizens of Burke County, while offering support and services to the victims of domestic violence and service to the victims of domestic violence and violent crimes. This is accomplished by providing sanctuary and compassionate services that promote empowerment, prevention, healing, and recovery.

PO Box 2512, Morganton, NC 28680

828.438.9444 Crisis Hotline

Mission - to empower families to break the cycle of generational poverty.

PO Box 1003, Morganton, NC 28680

828.439-8300, info@theoutreachcenter.org

Mission - to serve youth by instilling Scouting values preparing them to make ethical choices to achieve their full potential in life.

1222 East Franklin Road, Gastonia, NC 28054

980.888.8649, 420piedmont@gmail.com

Repay is a private nonprofit agency, which provides services to connect our courts and communities.

PO Box 2423, Morganton, NC 28680

828.438.6218, repayed@repayinc.org

Mission - to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

750 3rd Avenue Place SE, Hickory, NC 28602

828.322.8062

Providing pathways of change for children, families and the community.

PO Box 3387, Morganton, NC 28680

828.584.1105, info@southmountain.org

Mission - to provide accessible, high-quality education that improves lives and promotes growth in our community.

1001 Burkemont Avenue, Morganton, NC 28655

828.448.3500