With temperatures to drop to near-record levels, some of Anderson's non-profits are preparing to help.

Hope Missions of the Upstate, which hosts emergency warming shelter during serverely cold weather, will be open for extended hours through Monday to provide a warm place for those with nowhere to go.

The shelter, which also offers breakfast, is located at 213 S. Towers Street, and will be open 24 hours Friday-Monday. Volunteers are needed for this effort. More information here.

Hope Missions will also need donations to help with the increased time of service. Visit here for a list of needs, or here to donate money. 

Meanwhile, Meals on Wheels needs drivers to help during the winter months. Call 225-6800, or visit   

The group will be all be distributing blankets, donated by WestPointe Home, to seniors in disabled on their routes in the weeks ahead.

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