Charlotte Organizations Provide Emergency Shelter During Severe Winter Weather

Local groups and officials unite to offer expanded capacity and aid ahead of expected cold snap.

Jan. 30, 2026 at 9:47am

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A coalition of Charlotte organizations, including Roof Above, the Salvation Army Center of Hope, and the Hearts for the Invisible Charlotte Coalition, are working with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management Office to provide emergency shelter and assistance due to severe winter weather hitting the region. Emergency weather protocols have been activated, and street teams are being deployed to encourage those in homeless encampments to seek shelter.

Why it matters

With frigid conditions expected, this coordinated effort ensures that vulnerable members of the Charlotte community have access to warm, safe shelter and necessary supplies during the extreme weather event.

The details

Roof Above is providing shelter for men at 3410 Statesville Avenue, while the Salvation Army at 534 Spratt Street is offering shelter for women and families. Roof Above's Day Services Center at 945 North College Street will also be operational from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is offering free rides to any of these shelter locations.

  • Emergency weather protocols activated on Friday at 4 p.m.
  • Shelter services available through next Monday morning.

The players

Roof Above

A local organization providing shelter and services for men in Charlotte.

Salvation Army Center of Hope

A local organization providing shelter and services for women and families in Charlotte.

Hearts for the Invisible Charlotte Coalition

A coalition of local organizations working to support the homeless community in Charlotte.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management Office

The local emergency management agency coordinating the response to the severe winter weather.

Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS)

The public transportation system in Charlotte offering free rides to shelter locations.

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What they’re saying

“We must ensure that all of our neighbors have access to warm, safe shelter during these extreme conditions.”

— Unspecified

What’s next

The emergency weather protocols and shelter services will remain in effect through next Monday morning as the region continues to experience the severe winter weather.

The takeaway

This coordinated effort by local organizations and officials demonstrates Charlotte's commitment to supporting its most vulnerable residents during times of crisis, ensuring that no one is left out in the cold.