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The Department of Health and Human Services manages the delivery of health and human-related services for all North Carolinians, especially our most vulnerable citizens – children, elderly, disabled and low-income families. The Department works closely with health care professionals, community leaders and advocacy groups; local, state and federal entities; and many other stakeholders to make this happen. The Department is divided into 30 divisions and offices. NCDHHS divisions and offices fall under four broad service areas - health, human services, administrative, and support functions. NCDHHS also oversees 14 facilities: developmental centers, neuro-medical treatment centers, psychiatric hospitals, alcohol and drug abuse treatment centers, and two residential programs for children. Mission: In collaboration with our partners, DHHS provides essential services to improve the health, safety and well-being of all North Carolinians. Vision: Advancing innovative solutions that foster independence, improve health and promote well-being for all North Carolinians. Values: People-Focused Focus on the people we serve, deliver value and make a positive impact on their lives and communities. Teamwork We are all one department, one team, working toward one goal: to improve the health, safety and well-being of all North Carolinians. Proactive Communication Maintain an open and trusting environment for collaboration and continuous improvement with our team, stakeholders and the people we serve. Transparency Share expertise, information and honest feedback within the Department and with stakeholders and the community. Ask for help when needed. Stewardship Be good stewards of resources and time to create a positive impact for those we serve. Joy Have joy and balance at work so we all bring our A-game when serving the people of North Carolina.

Every day, North Carolinians face life-changing civil legal issues such as domestic violence, unsafe housing, veteran benefits, disaster recovery, and consumer scams without access to legal help. Nearly 3.7 million North Carolinians are eligible for legal aid services, yet there is no guaranteed right to an attorney in civil cases. Without representation, people are more likely to lose their homes, remain in unsafe situations, lose access to income or healthcare, or struggle to recover after disasters. These unresolved legal problems often place additional strain on courts, shelters, healthcare systems, and other community resources. Founded in 2002, Legal Aid of North Carolina is the state's only statewide nonprofit law firm providing free civil legal services in all 100 counties. Through direct representation, community outreach, legal clinics, self-help resources, and innovative tools such as JusticeHub and our AI-powered Legal Information Assistant, we help people access trusted legal support when and where they need it most. Services and resources are available in both English and Spanish. Each year, our team handles more than 25,000 cases and helps nearly 63,000 people, including more than 28,000 children. From helping survivors find safety and keeping families housed to securing critical benefits for seniors and veterans, our work creates safer, more stable communities across North Carolina. This impact is made possible through partnerships with courts, libraries, community organizations, private attorneys, law schools, local leaders, and generous supporters. Together, we are expanding access to justice and helping ensure more North Carolinians can get the legal help they need. There are many ways to support this work: • Donate at LegalAidNC.org/donate • Volunteer as a pro bono attorney at LegalAidNC.org/pro-bono • Partner with us through the LANCMobile program • Share our mission with your network • Explore resources at LegalAidNC.org

Among the largest anti-hunger organizations in the United States, the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina works every day to provide food to people in need while advancing longterm solutions to end hunger in our communities. The Food Bank and our Branch locations serve as the central hub of a network of 700+ partner programs throughout our 34-county region — including free food markets, pantries, meal sites, and a host of initiatives serving children, adults and seniors. Together, we're working to overcome hunger and create an environment where everyone in North Carolina can thrive. Learn more and get involved at foodbankcenc.org or @foodbankcenc on social media.