CURRENT SERVICE PROJECT
THIRST NO MORE: Daily Water Disbursement
Thirst No More
At Urban Empact, we recognize the critical importance of hydration, particularly for those facing homelessness. Our "Thirst No More" initiative ensures that individuals in the Triangle area who are unhoused have access to the water and sports drinks they need to stay healthy. Hydration is key to preventing heat exhaustion, fatigue, and other health risks associated with dehydration, making it a vital aspect of well-being.
Within the 3rd and 4th Quarter of this year, we’ve distributed over 14,500 bottles of water and sports drinks to those in need throughout the Triangle. This initiative is a testament to our commitment to ensuring that no one goes thirsty and that everyone has access to the hydration they deserve each day.
If you would like to support this important community service, we welcome your contributions. Your donation helps us continue to provide this vital resource to those who need it most.
All forms of assistance and involvement are welcome.
Become A Donor Or Sponsor
Monetary Donations are vital to continuing our mission and your help is greatly appreciated. To donate, please click on: DONATE NOW
If you represent a water manufacturer, retail store, or distribution entity and are interested in contributing cases of water, kindly share your details via: info@urbanempact.org, and we will contact you promptly.
SERVICE PROJECTS & EVENTS
ADOPT-A-FAMILY
BACK 2 SCHOOL GIVEAWAY
BACK 2 SCHOOL GIVEAWAY
Adopt-A-Family Program
Designed to help those in critical need this holiday season and is for families not receiving help from another source. The program pairs referred clients/families with groups or individuals who have volunteered to adopt a family for Christmas.
***Family adoptions are contingent upon volunteer participation***
BACK 2 SCHOOL GIVEAWAY
BACK 2 SCHOOL GIVEAWAY
BACK 2 SCHOOL GIVEAWAY
K-12 Back 2 School Giveaway
Getting back into the school routine can be challenging. Gifting K-12 Students with back-to-school supplies encourages school spirit, prepares students, and the motivation they need to excel for the new school year.
CLASS OF 2020
BACK 2 SCHOOL GIVEAWAY
CLASS OF 2020
Class of 2020 "Adopt-A-Senior”
This program allowed C/O 2020 Seniors to be celebrated and recognized despite a global pandemic. The “adopters” performed various acts of kindness for their adopted senior, such as: buying them gifts, sending a card, etc.
HBCU GIVEAWAY
MOBILE BROWN BAG
CLASS OF 2020
HBCU Giveaway
Preparing for college can be overwhelming. Gifting HBCU College Students with small monetary gifts to purchase supplies, gas, or even a few meals to make the semester a little less stressful.
MOBILE BROWN BAG
MOBILE BROWN BAG
MOBILE BROWN BAG
Fight Against Hunger
At Urban Empact, we are dedicated to combating food insecurity among the unhoused and underserved members of our community. Several times each quarter, our team and volunteers hit the streets to distribute lunch bags and other essential items to our brothers and sisters in need.
In the last quarter of 2024 alone, Urban Empact provided over 300 lunch bags and dinners and distributed more than 14,500 bottles of water and sports drinks to the unhoused across the Triangle area. This initiative reflects our unwavering commitment to ensuring that no one goes hungry and that everyone has access to the nourishment and support they deserve. Together, we continue to make a difference—one meal, one drink, one act of kindness at a time.
RANDOM GIVEAWAYS
MOBILE BROWN BAG
MOBILE BROWN BAG
Random Giveaways
Nothing is better than winning a prize. These random acts of kindness, both big and small embodies and promotes — that you too can conquer the world one random act of kindness at a time.
***Winners are chosen at random, and there is no purchase required to enter***
SENIOR OUTREACH PROGRAM
Senior Grocery Program
This program is available to low-income, non-mobile seniors aged 65 and older within the Akron service area. It is designed to address the nutritional needs of seniors by providing grocery options that are low in sodium, sugar, and fat.
In 2022, Urban Empact proudly distributed 100 grocery bags to seniors in need, ensuring access to healthier food choices and supporting their overall well-being.
SOLE SUPPORT: SHOES FOR THE HOMELESS
Shoes for the Homeless
Walking serves as the primary mode of transportation for the homeless, and the absence of suitable shoes significantly hinders their mobility. In addition to providing comfort and protection against environmental conditions, shoes play a vital role in preventing various foot-related health problems.
Having a high-quality pair of shoes often leads to an improved quality of life and increased self-confidence. In some cases, this positive transformation has opened doors to employment opportunities and raised living standards. We envision a future where every homeless person, regardless of age or gender, has access to quality footwear, empowering them with the confidence to move forward into a more promising future.
All forms of assistance and involvement are welcome.
Y.E. SMITH ELEMENTARY
Y.E. SMITH ELEMENTARY
Supply Drive
Since 2019, Urban Empact has provided hundreds of school supplies to scholars in need across Eastern North Carolina and the Triangle area, showcasing our dedication to supporting educators and young learners.
In Summer 2024, Urban Empact donated essential items—crayons, colored markers, glue sticks, pencils, sanitizer, and copy paper—to Y.E. Smith Elementary School in East Durham. This effort aimed to ease the burden on teachers facing state budget challenges and to equip students with the tools necessary for success.