Support Local Coverage

Here's a searchable, sortable database to help support local businesses and restaurants severely impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.


Support Local Out and About

Restaurants and other local businesses are being hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic.

“Here to Help: Support Local Business” held an all-day virtual fundraiser for our local restaurant community on March 26 and raised $350,000 for theNC Restaurant Workers Relief Fund, which will provide immediate financial relief to restaurant and hotel workers affected by pandemic related layoffs.
You can still donate: Go to the NC Restaurant Relief Fund website or text "HELP" to 919-860-1015

From purchasing gift cards to getting take out orders, there are lots of ways you can help. Search by city or business name, or browse our list of more than 650 businesses in Central and Eastern North Carolina. WRAL and Capitol Broadcasting Company are here to help support local businesses with this database, fundraising and other efforts.

Local businesses offering take-out, curbside pick-up, delivery and online options

Looking to help individuals and local nonprofits? We've got a list of ways to help out