Neighbors Helping Neighbors Fund

A permanent, community-powered resource that delivers fast, stabilizing support to people and organizations across the Triangle when unexpected needs arise.

This fund provides timely assistance to residents and nonprofits in Orange, Durham, Johnston, and Wake counties when a crisis interrupts everyday life. Grounded in our Invest–Convene–Amplify approach, it strengthens the region’s ability to respond quickly and ensures families and community partners get the help they need without delay. Because it is fueled entirely by donor support, every contribution goes directly to stabilizing neighbors and helping them move forward.

Residents in any of the four counties can apply directly. Eligible support may include housing stability, food access, transportation, or other essential needs created by a crisis. Nonprofits may apply when a crisis leads to a clear spike in requests for help. Funding can be used for direct assistance, expanded capacity, or other critical needs tied to serving residents facing instability.

United Way of the Greater Triangle retains a 5% administrative fee that covers application processing, review, communications, and reporting. This fee is intentionally kept low so the vast majority of funds reach the community.