Dobson

Local offices in Dobson

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Utilities · City office

  Dobson Utility Billing

  307 N Main Street, Dobson, NC 27017

  Help here

  • Water and sewer billsPay water and sewer bills, start or end service, or request a leak adjustment.Apply online
  Call 336-356-8962DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dobson-nc.com

• Local office · City office

  Dobson Town Hall

  307 N Main Street, Dobson, NC 27017

  Help here

  • Town administrationVisit or call Town Hall with questions about town services and administration.
  Call 336-356-8962DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on dobson-nc.com

• Jobs and training · Regional office

  NCWorks at Surry Community College

  Surry Community College, 630 S Main Street, Dobson, NC 27017

  Help here

  • Job search and career helpGet help with job searches, career guidance, and access to training and employment resources.
  Call 336-779-3461DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ptrc.org

• Library · Regional office

  Dobson Community Library

  113 S Crutchfield Street, Dobson, NC 27017

  Help here

  • Library servicesBorrow books and other materials, use public computers and Wi-Fi, or attend library programs.
  Call 336-386-8208DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on nwrl.org

Town of Dobson website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Food near you

Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Dobson first. Hours change, so call first when you can.

• Food pantry

  Food Pantry & Clothing Closet

  Bethabara Moravian Church

  29 miles from the center of Dobson

  2100 Bethabara Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27106

  Hours

  • Sat10 AM to 12 PM (3rd of the month)

  Who can come: Anyone

  Call 336-924-8789DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on bethabara.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Refuge Food Pantry

  Cathedral of Refuge

  31 miles from the center of Dobson

  534 Oak Summit Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27105

  Hours

  Hours not listed. Call first.

  Every 2nd and 4th Saturday, 10:00am-12:00am

  Call 336-829-5155DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on refugews.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  The Dwelling Community Meal

  The Dwelling

  33 miles from the center of Dobson

  502 N Broad Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101

  Hours

  Hours not listed. Call first.

  Sunday mornings: 10:00am(ish) fellowship with light breakfast; 12:00pm(ish) community meal

  Who can come: The community

  Call 336-207-0931DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on thedwellingws.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Food Pantry & Diaper Bank

  The Shalom Project

  33 miles from the center of Dobson

  726 N Cherry St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101

  Hours

  • Tue9 AM to 12 PM

  What to bring: Clients may use the pantry once every 28 days.

  Call 336-721-0606DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on theshalomprojectnc.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free meals

  Samaritan Soup Kitchen

  Samaritan Ministries

  33 miles from the center of Dobson

  414 E Northwest Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC 27105

  Hours

  • Mon11 AM to 1 PM
  • Tue11 AM to 1 PM
  • Wed11 AM to 1 PM
  • Thu11 AM to 1 PM
  • Fri11 AM to 1 PM
  • Sat11 AM to 1 PM
  • Sun12 PM to 2 PM

  Who can come: Anyone in need

  Call 336-748-1962DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on samaritanforsyth.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Catholic Charities Diocese of Charlotte Food Pantry

  Catholic Charities Diocese of Charlotte

  34 miles from the center of Dobson

  1612 14th Street NE, Winston-Salem, NC 27105

  Hours

  • Thu9 AM to 12 PM

  What to bring: Call at least 24 hours ahead to schedule an appointment. Appointments can also be scheduled online.

  Call 336-727-0705DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on ccdoc.org, checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Dobson

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Surry County

Dobson is in Surry County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Surry County Department of Social Services

  118 Hamby Road, Dobson, NC 27017

  Help here

  • Benefits and social servicesAsk about county social services and apply for available benefits.
  • Child supportGet help with child support services through the county social services office.
  Call 336-401-8700DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ncdhhs.gov

• Public health · County office

  Surry County Health and Nutrition Center WIC Clinic

  118 Hamby Road, Dobson, NC 27017

  Help here

  • WICAsk about WIC food and nutrition support and make an appointment.
  Call 336-401-8400DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ncdhhs.gov

• Community action · Nonprofit

  ARCAP Community Action Agency

  533 North Carolina Avenue, Boonville, NC 27011

  Help here

  • Community action servicesContact the agency to ask about community action services available to Surry County residents.
  Call 336-367-7251DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nccaa.net

• Public health · County office

  Surry County Health and Nutrition Center

  118 Hamby Road, Dobson, NC 27017

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the county health department about local public health services.
  Call 336-401-8411DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on co.surry.nc.us

• Emergency help · County office

  Surry County Emergency Management

  Help here

  • Emergency preparedness and alertsContact the county office for emergency preparedness information and local alerts.
  Call 336-783-9000Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on ncdps.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  NCWorks Career Center of Surry County

  942 West Pine Street, Mount Airy, NC 27030

  Help here

  • Job search and career helpGet help with job searches, career advice, and training opportunities.
  Call 336-415-6120DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on jetzero.ncworks.gov

Everything in Surry County

North Carolina programs by kind of help

These are run by North Carolina and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• HealthCare.gov

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The federal marketplace for health insurance plans. Many people can get lower monthly costs based on their income.

  Call 1-800-318-2596
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026