Poster boards that I re-worked in one of the shelter’s hallways. The residents voted for “throwback cartoons” as the theme. :) When I first came into this internship I wasn’t too sure what to expect, but I couldn’t be more grateful for what work I was able to do. I do my best work when I feel like I’m doing something meaningful and impactful, and this internship gave me the opportunity to do just that. I walked away from the shelter every shift feeling like I had done somethi

I’ve always believed the smaller things make the biggest difference: saving a seat for someone at the table, telling someone their outfit looks good that day, or sharing notes from a class a peer missed. At Hospitality House of Northwest North Carolina, this philosophy rings true. Taking the time to ask a client how their day was, making sure their meal is nutritious, and passing on a smile and a wave as staff walk through the hallways — all of these small actions make Hosp

I began my internship midway through the summer and was welcomed with open arms. Learning from the coordinators has helped to shape my career goals and allowed me to figure out my next steps within social work. The relationships that I have created with staff and resident are unmatched to any other organization I have worked with. Being just a small part in an individuals story means a great deal to me and I am honored to carry their stories with me. My favorite memory would

My internship this summer has been an incredibly meaningful experience, and I am grateful for every opportunity I had to learn while serving the community. No day was the same and I got to build rapport with dozens of clients which was always the most special part- getting to hear their stories and despite all that they've been through, they're still here and trying to get back on their feet. I was always happy to help in any way I could, whether that be connecting a client t

Let's celebrate! Our Food Pantry was recently awarded the Farm Fresh Nourish Shared Purpose Award by Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest N.C. for being part of their Farm Fresh Nourish program since its inception five years ago.

Since the day I began with this organization, almost 15 years ago, we have been growing our food story and I started thinking some while back, that our food story is so much more, it is impressive! You may not be aware that Hospitality House of Northwest N.C. operates four food programs. Our 24/7 Community Kitchen serves three meals a day, not only to the clients who live onsite, but to every person in our housing programs offsite and anyone in need of a meal in the community

I have written many times over the years to share a story, a thought, a word. Well this year the word home has been heavy on my heart. Many of our mountain neighbors do not have a place to call home. This time of year can be even more challenging when you face the holiday season not knowing where you might sleep. And children, they seem to think about it on a more simple level. When they constantly move from place to place, stay in a car at night, or even have a bed in our

This is the time of year that I write to share with you success stories and good news; and I’m still going to do that. However, I also need to make you aware of some significant altering challenges that our agency is facing. As you know, these past five years we have survived a global pandemic, an unprecedented hurricane, and a dramatic rise in inflation. Now we are faced with massive government funding cuts and policy shifts. As you may or may not know, facing challenges is

This summer, I was incredibly fortunate to intern at the Hospitality House, a nonprofit homeless shelter committed to serving and...

Abby and me at the Farmers' Market. Being able to intern with Hospitality House this summer has been an honor—not only have I made...

This summer, I had the amazing opportunity to join Hospitality House as a summer Public Relations Intern. As I prepare to enter my senior...

When I decided that I wanted to do an internship this summer, Hospitality House was the very first place I applied. I had been...

My summer spent interning as the Food and Nutrition Intern at Hospitality House has been one of the rewarding and valuable parts of my...

Nationally recognized homelessness advocate, documentarian, and author Diane Nilan spoke these words and they have never been more true...

Our leadership team spent two days in Raleigh for “BRINGING IT HOME” — the conference to end homelessness in NC, hosted by North Carolina...

Hi, my name is Melody Ripley and I was given the opportunity to intern at Hospitality House from Fall 2024, to Spring 2025! In my time...

As 2024 comes to a close, I want to pause and express my thanks. When I look back on this year, we do have much to be grateful for. We...

"I don't think I'll ever see homelessness the same way again." Those words have been spoken to me over and over again in the past three...

As a summer intern I learned a little bit of everything while working at Hospitality House of NWNC. I mainly focused on the...

During the spring of 2024, I had the incredible privilege of being an intern at the Hospitality House and I cannot be more grateful for...