Serving the Community During COVID-19

The Schools in Wilkes County will have asked for help serving breakfast (7:30-8:30) and lunch (11:30-12:30). Below are the numbers for the schools in our surrounding area that may need help. Please contact these schools if you are available in order to see if there is a need for volunteers.

Mulberry Elementary (336) 667-4641

Mountain View Elementary (336) 696-5512

North Wilkesboro Elementary (336) 838-2872

North Middle (336) 903-6224

North High (336) 903-4040

Care for those around you who are elderly or immuno-compromised

Pick up groceries or medications

Call or Send a message to let them know they are not alone

Volunteer to help someone who is still working

Offer to help with child care due to school closures

Run an errand for them while they are at work since many businesses are closing early

Support the healthcare workers you know

Send them a text message of encouragement

Deliver a meal or run an errand while they are at work

Donate Food

The Crisis Center is still operating to help with the needs in our community

If you know someone with a need the number is (336) 838-5847

Support Local Businesses

Many local restaurants are participating in take-out options

Many individuals are delivering food via apps like door dash

You may also want to purchase gift cards at local businesses

Give Blood

If you are healthy, think about giving as many blood drives have been canceled

Stay Home

Stay home to limit exposure risk for yourself and those around you

Wash your hands often with soap and water

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