Community Resources

N.C A&T and the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (CAES) are part of a community that extends well beyond our campus. As the place where science meets society, we go straight to the people and places that comprise the Triad and North Carolina. We are community members, providing trusted information and practical education to help families, farmers, youth, educators, business owners, and others solve problems and improve their lives.

The links below aim to help community members make connections and find resources, such as access to fresh foods, mental health support and transportation. This is not a comprehensive list – please reach out to your county Cooperative Extension office for help with specific problems or to CAES for more information on the college’s outreach programs.

"The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassion of its members."
–Corretta Scott King

Vendor at a farmers market holding a watermelon and speaking with a customer at a produce stand. — Vern Switzer of Rural Hall is among several farmers from across the state selected as mentors for A&T Extension's Farmer-to-Farmer Program. A regular at the downtown farmer's market in Winston-Salem, Switzer also will be regularly assisting other Forsyth County farmers in their quests for profitable alternative crops and cost-effective production methods.

Food Access Resources

Food & Nutrition

Food insecurity threatens many families in our communities, sometimes due to financial challenges, other times due to a lack of fresh food options. Explore maps, food banks and other resources below.

Aggie Source The mission of the Aggie Source Food Pantry is to provide support to registered students facing short-term food insecurity and financial challenges. We aim to ease these burdens by collecting and distributing non-perishable and shelf-stable food items, fostering a community of care and stability.
N.C. Food Access Maps Interactive tools to locate food resources and services statewide.
Food Bank of Central and Eastern NC Regional food distribution supporting pantries, programs, and communities.
Food Security Hub Maintained by Guilford County Cooperative Extension and the Guilford County Food Action Network.

Mental Health Resources

Support

Life can be stressful and demanding. Support from mental health experts helps communities, and individuals, stay strong and resilient..

NC Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network Offered through the N.C. Agromedicine Institute.
Stress Assistance Network for N.C. Farmers and Ranchers Confidential support tailored to farmers, ranchers, and their families.
Tips for Managing Stress Self-care strategies and guidance from Cone Health behavioral health specialists.

Join our Small Farmers of the Year, 2025, as they discuss farmer mental health and food security.

Watch the video: N.C. Small Farmers of the Year2025 Discuss Farmers' Mental Health
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Transportation Resources

Getting There

Getting around easily means a connected community where everyone can access the resources they need, including medical appointments, food banks, school and work. These services offer secure travel for individuals, families, older adults and people with disabilities..

Guilford County Transportation and Mobility Services (TAMS)
For residents who cannot use the Greensboro Transit Agency (GTA) or High Point Transit System. Provides rides for nutrition sites, medical appointments, employment, and senior services, with shared-ride and door-to-door options. Contact TAMS directly to confirm current details.
Medicaid Transportation
If you have a Medicaid pink or blue card and no other transportation, you may qualify for free rides to medical appointments through Guilford County Economic Services.
Community Support & Nutrition Program (CSNP) Home Delivery
A volunteer-driven delivery service for patrons with disabilities or transportation barriers. Check with the program to see if you are eligible.
Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) Titan Link
Students can receive referrals to transportation assistance programs and food bank access.
Piedmont Authority for Regional Transportation (PART)
Provides inter-city and regional public transportation across the Piedmont Triad area.

Nutrition Education Resources

Learning

Learn how to stretch your food dollars, build healthy habits, and make nourishing meals for yourself and your family.

N.C. Cooperative Extension — Try Healthy Program
At Try Healthy, a part of Cooperative Extension at N.C. A&T, we believe everyone deserves access to fresh, affordable, and nutritious foods. The program offers tools, recipes, and guidance to help you make the most of your food budget while supporting better health.

Contact Try Healthy coordinator Shewana McSwain at slhairst@ncat.edu or call (336) 285-4673.

A woman examines leafy green vegetables growing in a community garden. — Community gardens and education programs help households grow and prepare fresh, nutritious foods.

Resource Finder

Connect

Use this digital resource library to connect with experts and local partners who can help you find answers, programs, and opportunities.

NCSmall.Farm’s Regeneration Engine
Find the people, resources, and answers you need with the Regeneration Engine, a digital resource library designed to connect people with experts by providing access to research, education, resources, partners, and opportunities.

Connect to county Extension offices, public health offices, soil and water agencies, public health departments and other vetted sources through N.C Cooperative Extension's Small Farms Resource and Innovation Center, in partnership with Open Futures Coalition.