Free Medicine Giveaway Coming to Durham and Wake Counties—No ID, No Insurance Required
NC MedAssist brings mobile pharmacy to the Triangle, offering free OTC medications to hundreds
Access to basic healthcare shouldn’t be a luxury—and for hundreds of families across the Triangle, it won’t be. A major free medicine giveaway is headed to Durham and Wake counties this April, delivering essential over-the-counter medications directly to the community with no insurance, no ID, and no barriers to access.
Free Medicine Events Set for Durham and Wake Counties
NC MedAssist, the state’s only statewide nonprofit pharmacy, is hosting two Mobile Free Pharmacy events:
📍 Durham County Event
- Date: Friday, April 24, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Location: The River Church
4425 Ben Franklin Blvd, Durham, NC
📍 Wake County Event
- Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Location: Poole Family YMCA
2110 Aversboro Rd, Garner, NC
What You Can Get—for Free
Residents can take home a wide range of over-the-counter medications, including:
- Allergy relief
- Cough and cold medicine
- Pain relievers
- Vitamins
- Children’s medications
- And more
No appointment is required, and there are no income restrictions.
How the Program Works
Attendees have two options:
✔ Walk-up service on event day
✔ Preorder medications online for faster pickup
Preorder deadlines:
- Durham: April 17 or until capacity (500 orders). Click here to preorder medications.
- Wake: April 18 or until capacity (500 orders). Click here to preorder medications.
Even if preorder slots fill up, walk-ups are still welcome.
Who Can Participate
The program is designed to eliminate barriers to care:
- Must be 18 years or older
- No ID required
- No insurance required
- Open to everyone
A Mission to “Dispense Hope”
NC MedAssist continues to play a critical role in addressing healthcare access across North Carolina.
As the state’s only statewide nonprofit pharmacy, the organization provides:
- Free prescription medications to uninsured residents who qualify
- Over-the-counter supplies through its Free Store and mobile events
Their mission is simple but powerful: improve health outcomes by removing barriers to essential medication.
Why This Matters
With rising healthcare costs and limited access for many families, events like this provide immediate relief and long-term impact—ensuring communities have what they need to stay healthy.
Get More Information
For questions, contact:
Anita Boswell-Russell
[email protected]
Conclusion
In a time when access to care remains a challenge, NC MedAssist is stepping in with real solutions—meeting people where they are and delivering resources that can make a meaningful difference. For Durham and Wake County residents, this is more than a giveaway—it’s an opportunity to take control of their health.