✨ Exciting news — the SECU Hope Center is now open. Our new home for healing, learning, and hope.Learn More →
Serving Onslow County Since 1998
At One Place, we wrap children and families in the programs, care, and community they need — from a baby’s first book to healing after trauma. Right here in Jacksonville, NC.
4,200+children and families served every year — a trusted 501(c)3 with 92% of every dollar going directly to programs.
Pick what your gift does, then give monthly.
Pick what your gift does, then give monthly.
A year of books for one child
One counseling session
Early care for one month
One child abuse exam
🔒 Secure · Tax deductible · Cancel anytime
Founded in 1998, One Place has grown into the heart of Onslow County — connecting thousands of children and families every year to the programs they need to thrive. Children are no small matter.
In Onslow County, too many children face challenges that stand between them and a healthy future. At One Place, we show up — for every child, every family, every time.
From a baby’s first book to healing after trauma — our programs meet families where they are and walk alongside them toward a brighter future.
Our nationally accredited Child Advocacy Center provides forensic interviews, trauma-informed therapy, medical exams, and case coordination — creating a clear path from crisis to healing.
NC Pre-K, Three School, and Early Head Start: high-quality, no-cost early learning for eligible children from birth through age 5.
Looking for child care? Child Care Referral Central (1-855-327-5933) now helps North Carolina families search for care. One Place helps you understand and apply for child care subsidy.
Through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, we’ve mailed more than 1 million free books to Onslow County children. Little Free Libraries and family literacy tools spark lifelong readers.
Home to one of NC’s largest active-duty populations, we help military-connected families navigate transitions, access early learning and child care subsidy, and find trauma-informed support after deployment.
Safe Kids Coalition, Triple P Positive Parenting, and family workshops give parents the tools to build safe, nurturing homes where every child can genuinely flourish.
When our family hit rock bottom, One Place was the only place that didn’t give up on us. They helped us find care for our youngest and therapy for our oldest. Today, both are thriving.
— Local parent, Jacksonville, NC
Every photo is a child who was seen. A family that was held. A future that was protected.
Whatever you need — whatever role you play — One Place is your one place.
Child care, early education, parenting support — we’re your starting point, no matter what your family is going through.
Your gift doesn’t just help one child — it strengthens an entire community. See exactly where your generosity goes.
Nonprofits, educators, businesses — partner with us to create a county where every child has the chance to thrive.
Research shows that every $1 invested in early childhood education returns $4–$16 to the community in improved outcomes, reduced costs, and stronger families. That’s why we do what we do.
returned to the community for every $1 invested in early childhood
The SECU Hope Center is now open: a permanent home for One Place, designed for healing, learning, and connection, and built to transform how we serve Onslow County families for decades to come.
Every dollar goes directly to the children and families who need it most. See exactly what your gift makes possible in Onslow County.
/ month
A month of books for one child through Imagination Library — sparking a lifelong love of reading.
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A trauma counseling session for an abuse survivor — helping a child begin the journey back to themselves.
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One week of preschool for a child in need — giving every child the strong start they deserve.
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Fund one complete child abuse exam — ensuring a survivor receives thorough, compassionate care.
Want to give a one-time gift or choose where your donation goes?
What to look for, what to ask, and how to feel confident about the child care program you choose for your family.
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Moving to a new duty station is hard. These One Place guides make it a little easier for your family.
Your support keeps our doors open, our programs running, and our community strong. Give today — and help us create a future where every child in Onslow County is safe, seen, and supported.
