Safe Harbor of NC

Safe Harbor of NC OUR VISION: To inspire everyone we encounter to a thriving and purposeful life in Christ

Safe Harbor's Whole Woman Residential Program is a free year-long residential program for women in recovery that focuses on holistic healing in an intentional Christ-centered community aimed at long-term recovery through connection that empowers women to renew, rebuild and recover. Safe Harbor's Greenleaf Transitional Housing Program provides low-cost, furnished, clean and safe apartments in a community for women and children looking for structure and support while preparing for successful independent living as they are offered services and taught life skills. Safe Harbor's Day Center offers a safe place for women and children who are at risk for homelessness to access an array of services through a trained Services Navigator and provides meals, showers, laundry facilities and transportation. Safe Harbor's On Purpose Classes are designed to help women in our programs and our community discover their purpose in life, their identity in Christ, and experience freedom. Core On Purpose Classes:
Peacemaker
Pathways to Freedom
Safe People/ Boundaries
My Divine Design

Safe Harbor is a venue for Co-Ed Recovery and Support Groups.

We’re getting closer and closer to a night that will change lives — and we owe a heartfelt thank-you to Granite Insuranc...
02/25/2026

We’re getting closer and closer to a night that will change lives — and we owe a heartfelt thank-you to Granite Insurance for their incredible support in building this event from the ground up. 💙

On March 13th, we’ll come together for an evening of entertainment and purpose as we work toward Safe Harbor’s mission of building transitional homes that empower women on their path to life restoration in Christ.

02/25/2026

Katherine entered the Whole Woman program carrying deep brokenness—but she also carried something powerful: a mother’s steadfast love.

Katherine's mom never enabled her addiction, but she never stopped loving her. She sent a few dollars for snacks in the prison canteen. She prayed. She believed. She held onto hope for the day Katherine would walk in freedom.

It was even her mom who reminded her of Safe Harbor—memories tied all the way back to their thrifting days at ReSource Warehouse.

Today, Katherine has completed our one-year residential recovery program and moved into one of our transitional apartments. When we asked what she’s looking forward to most, her answer was breathtaking:

“I want to work, save for a house, and create a place where I can take care of my mom.”

After years of her mother praying, sacrificing, and loving her through the darkest moments, Katherine is dreaming of the day she can return that care.

This is redemption.
This is generational faithfulness.
This is what God can restore.

And we can’t wait to see all He builds in this next season—not just a home, but a renewed legacy.

02/24/2026

In 2025, we received 14,828 requests for help with food and meals, which is consistently one of the top three needs people contact us about. We can connect you with food resources in your area, including pantry and meal locations, assistance programs, and help with accessing SNAP.

Need help with food? Call 211, text your zip to 898211, email us at help@211info.org, visit 211info.org/food, or choose the food icon in our app. We’re here to help!

Our hearts are full as we celebrate Granite Insurance Agency continuing their partnership with us. Their generosity is i...
02/24/2026

Our hearts are full as we celebrate Granite Insurance Agency continuing their partnership with us. Their generosity is impacting women, children, and families for generations to come. Thank you for believing in our mission!

In honor of Black History Month, Safe Harbor honors the life and legacy of Shirley Chisholm—the first Black woman electe...
02/23/2026

In honor of Black History Month, Safe Harbor honors the life and legacy of Shirley Chisholm—the first Black woman elected to Congress and a fearless advocate for social equity. Her work to combat poverty and improve housing conditions continues to inspire us today.

At Safe Harbor, we carry that same heart by helping women and children find safe, stable housing and a fresh start. Her courage reminds us that access to security, dignity, and opportunity is worth fighting for—every single day.

Spreading the word!
02/23/2026

Spreading the word!

Our friends at Catawba County Partnership for Children and the Children's Resource Center have great free parenting classes in English and Spanish available for families in our community.

A huge thank you to the amazing ladies from Edgewater Development for hosting a chili cookoff and providing a delicious ...
02/23/2026

A huge thank you to the amazing ladies from Edgewater Development for hosting a chili cookoff and providing a delicious meal for everyone in our Community Center. Your generosity, warmth, and community spirit mean so much to us!

This statement may sound intense, but the truth is—we’re all recovering from things we may not talk about. Different sto...
02/20/2026

This statement may sound intense, but the truth is—we’re all recovering from things we may not talk about. Different stories, different pasts, but the same hope.

The women we serve at Safe Harbor come from many circumstances, but are all recovering from something. Here, women learn to share their journeys with pride as God creates something new through them.

No one recovers in silence—your story deserves to be heard. You never know how many lives it could save.

Social justice isn’t a day—it’s our daily work to build safety, equity, and dignity for all.
02/20/2026

Social justice isn’t a day—it’s our daily work to build safety, equity, and dignity for all.

God’s command to ‘love your neighbor as yourself’ reminds us that healthy love starts within. When we accept His grace, ...
02/19/2026

God’s command to ‘love your neighbor as yourself’ reminds us that healthy love starts within. When we accept His grace, forgive ourselves, and embrace our worth in Him, we become better equipped to love others with patience, compassion, and joy.

Experience Safe Harbor up close and personal! Join us for Lunch & Tour every first and third Thursday of each month. Lea...
02/19/2026

Experience Safe Harbor up close and personal! Join us for Lunch & Tour every first and third Thursday of each month. Learn our story, hear real testimony from the women we serve, and witness how God is moving in this place all while enjoying lunch, on us! Don’t wait—reserve your seat today!

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112 2nd Avenue SE
Hickory, NC
28602

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Our Story

Safe Harbor is a Christ-centered community dedicated to rebuilding, renewing and recovery. Our vision is to inspire everyone we encounter to a thriving and purposeful life in Christ. Safe Harbor’s New Day Now provides safety, shelter and positive programming during the day for homeless women and children. Safe Harbor's residential program is a 1 year faith based program and provides women with the opportunity and resources to heal from past wounds and resulting coping behaviors with Life Restoration and transition to independent living as the end goal. Safe Harbor also offers groups and classes open to the public for recovery and emotional healing.