OUR MISSION
RCS is committed to addressing the basic needs of our community by providing food, clothing and shelter to those who need it most. We do this by:
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BUILDING a supportive community,
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ENGAGING people holistically, and
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EMPOWERING permanent life-change
Through various forms of assistance and support we are dedicated to the love and reverence of God through reaching out faithfully and respectfully to serve people in times of need.

We help your friends, neighbors, and family. It is our goal to help anyone who comes to us in their time of need.
ABOUT US
RCS is a faith-based organization addressing the basic needs of the community by providing food, clothing, and shelter to those who need it most. We have a diverse group of volunteers who come to us from local churches and businesses; all giving of themselves to help others. Our primary programs include the Community Kitchen, Clothing Closet, and Temporary Shelter, but we have other thriving programs to help nourish the whole person: Mind, body, and spirit. RCS always welcomes volunteer and monetary support for the following programs:
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Community kitchen
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Clothing closet
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Temporary shelter
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Transportation assistance
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Disaster relief and recovery
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Food pantry
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Enrichment programs
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Employment Readiness Boot Camps with Craven Community College
WHO WE HELP:
RCS helps men and women who have lost their job for reasons beyond their control. We help children who need a well-balanced meal when school is not in session. Our volunteers help families who have lost their homes from an unforgiving natural disaster and need a place to stay or assistance starting over. RCS also helps abused women who need a safe place to stay with their children. We help your neighbors, friends, and family. Our goal to help anyone who comes to us in their time of need by providing quality programs and services that provide assistance and promote self-sufficiency.
WHO WE ARE:
RCS is made up of the following groups:
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Sixteen individuals serve on our Board of Directors
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An Executive Director, Finance Director, Operations, and Special Events Coordinator
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A part-time staff of 10 who oversees the Community Kitchen, Homeless Shelter, Food Pantry, Clothing Closet, Prescription Medicine, Rent & Utility Assistance, Enrichment & Education, and Community Outreach
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More than 300 volunteers ready to serve in the kitchen, warehouse, or shelter.
OUR STAFF:
We are blessed with an amazing staff who works closely with both our guests and supporting community.
Zeb Hough, Executive Director
Mark Devanney, Operations Manager
Catherine Ackerman, Development Manager
Krishanda Jones, Administrative Assistant
Ann Marie Devanney, Program Manager
Summer Hough, Assistant Program Manager
Chad Morse, Shelter Services Coordinator
Jessica Reyes, Business and Finance Manager
Teresa Seal, Operations Assistant
Judy Myrick, Emergency Assistance Case Manager
Jose "Tony" Laboy, Custodian
Michael Wilson, Resident Assistant
Maurice Credle, Resident Assistant
Katrina Henderson, Case Manager
Lorrie Durning, Food Services Coordinator
BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
The Board of Directors meet once a month at the RCS Annex. RCS is proud of the diverse group we have and encourage all Board Members to actively engage in the ministries and special events we offer. If you're interested in joining us, or know someone who is, please contact David Kick at 252.633.2767.
David Kick, President
Clayton Gaskins, Vice President
Dena Riley, Treasurer
Jennifer Lewis, Secretary
Harry Ballard
Pastor Paulette Bryant
Rusty Cready
Amy Heidt
C. Randall Hunter
Hope Koontz
Nick Lucas
Geoffrey C. Marett
Rich Maher
Angelo Midgette
Robert Millns
Capt. Marquie Morrison-Brown
Paul Oglesby
Shelia Stansberry