The Distribution Center, located in the Trident United Way building at 117 South Main Street, provides food and clothing to families experiencing crisis such as sudden unemployment, death/illness of a provider, and destruction of a home due to fire or acts of nature and other hardship situations. Both food and clothing are provided free. New applicants should have 2 forms of identification – one, a picture I.D. if possible.

Food: Food distribution consists of dry or canned goods. New applicants are also referred to DSS so they can apply for food stamps. In the event the client does not have an income, referral is made to DSS for financial help and food stamps and the client is provided food to sustain the entire family for approximately 14 days or more.

Clothing: Clients are allowed 7 complete outfits Per family member, except in situations where need is evident, as in a “burn out” case. In cases where need is critical there are no limitations to the quantity of clothing distributed. When there is ample clothing in stock, the “7 rule” is waived.