Our Story
February 2019
Street Reach of Johnston County began as a ministry of Temple Dream Center, with a mission to serve and support our unsheltered neighbors. Mark and Regina Rodgers took on the role of coordinators for the centers Homeless Outreach, forging relationships and connecting individuals to available resources. However, they quickly discovered that local support was severely limited, often requiring them to transport individuals out of the county to access shelters and treatment services. Recognizing this gap, they realized the need to collaborate with other agencies and churches in the area to create the resources that didn’t yet exist.
January 2024
The White Flag Shelter opened in a local church, providing emergency shelter and deepening connections within the unhoused community.
March 2024
The Resource Center launched in a local church, offering essential services such as clothing, hygiene supplies, computer access, ID assistance, referrals, recovery meeting connections, and a shower trailer.
September 2024
Recognizing the urgent need for expanded services, Street Reach of Johnston County officially became a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit , allowing us to further our mission and impact.
Resources, Community & Shelter
ESSENTIAL NEEDS
ID’s & Birth Certificates
Hygiene Items
Clothing & Shoes
Mailing Address
Laundry
Computer Lab
REFERRALS
Medical & Mental Health Care
Employment
Housing
Recovery Meetings
COMMUNITY CENTER
Bible Study
Music Classes
Art Classes
LIFE CHANGING SUPPORT
Transportation to Detox & Treatment Centers
Community Recovery Resources
Peer Support
COLD WEATHER SHELTER
Transportation to/from shelter
Hot Meal
Safe & Warm Place to Sleep
Vision, Mission & Commitment
Our Vision
Street Reach envisions a community where every individual has access to the support and resources needed to live a healthy, fulfilled life, empowered by the love of Christ as they navigate the challenges of homelessness, addiction, and mental health struggles. We aim to build a future where those experiencing crisis can find hope, healing, and a pathway to recovery through faith, compassion, and a shared commitment to serve one another.”
Our Commitment
Homelessness is often intertwined with challenges like addiction, mental illness, incarceration, trauma, and poverty. At Street Reach, we work to identify gaps in available services and collaborate with local churches, agencies, and community members to fill those needs. Through compassion, advocacy, and direct support, we strive to bring hope and lasting change to the lives of those we serve.
Our Mission
Street Reach is dedicated to serving individuals experiencing homelessness in Selma, Smithfield, and surrounding areas. Our work is centered on four key pillars:
Homeless Resources – Providing tangible support such as clothing, hygiene items, referrals, and shelter access.
Awareness – Shedding light on the realities of homelessness in our community.
Community Education – Engaging and informing the public about the root causes and solutions to homelessness.
Hope – Building relationships and fostering a pathway toward stability and recovery.
Together, we can make a difference—one person, one step, and one resource at a time.