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Accounting

Discovery Place, Inc.
Purpose of Agency: To stimulate the public’s interest and ignite wonder in understanding science, mathematics, and technology by providing quality educational facilities, activities, and exhibits.
Web Address: www.discoveryplace.org
Contact: Gay Dorsey
Phone: (704) 372-6261
Fax: (704) 337-2670
E-Mail: gayd@discoveryplace.org
Location: 301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
Services: Finance Department. This agency can take accounting students. Other services may be listed in other issue areas below.
Student Requirements: Volunteers are required to attend brief meetings at the start of each shift and become familiar with Discovery Place’s mission statement and requirements upon each department. Background checks are required.

Animals

Carolina Raptor Center
Purpose of Agency: Carolina Raptor Center is dedicated to environmental education and the conservation of birds of prey through public education, the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned raptors, and research.
Web Address: www.carolinaraptorcenter.org 
Contact: Karen Carter
Phone: (704) 875-6521 ext. 128
E-Mail: volunteer@carolinaraptorcenter.org
Fax: (704) 875-8814
Location: 6000 Sample Rd., Huntersville, NC 28078
Services: Volunteers that can only commit to a certain amount of time, not ongoing time, can do various grounds/maintenance, administrative, and special projects. CRC is located on 57 acres in a nature preserve, with many cages, and something is always needed to be fixed, trimmed, weeded, hacked back, etc. Also CRC needs people who are handy with power tools and can help fix/make perches, do general cage repair, etc. Please go to the Website for more information about the regular volunteer program.
Student Requirements: A volunteer application needs to be completed. It can be found on the Website. Please contact Karen Carter to discuss your interests and course requirements.

Charlotte Mecklenburg Animal Care and Control
Purpose of Agency: Pick up and house stray/lost pets; pet adoption; pick up and destroy dangerous animals.
Web Address: www.charmeck.org/departments/animal+control
Contact: Linda Hagemann
Phone: (704) 336-6694
E-Mail: lhagemann@cmpd.org
Location: 8315 Byrum Drive, Charlotte, NC 28217
Services: Students can help with adoption events and educating public about pet ownership.
Student Requirements: No background check for semester basis but students wanting long-term commitment must complete a background check. It takes 3-4 weeks (police background check and reference check). Must be able to volunteer on Saturdays and be 18 years old.

Humane Society of Charlotte
Purpose of Agency: The mission of the Humane Society of Charlotte is to bring love and hope to all animals by ensuring the humane treatment of companion animals through adoption, spay/neuter and education. The Humane Society of Charlotte is working with you to create a world where there are no more homeless and unwanted animals. We are proud to be a “No-Kill of Adoptable Animals” shelter.
Web Address: www.humanesocietyofcharlotte.org
Contact: Cat Belteau
Phone: (704) 494-7706
Fax: (704) 332-8010
E-Mail: cbelteau@humanesocietyofcharlotte.org
Location: 2700 Toomey Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28203
Services: Basic Feline or Canine socialization; office assistant; Animal Care Assistant, Customer Service Assistant; Walk-to-Adopt Volunteer, Spay/Neuter Clinic Assistant; Events Assistant. Also volunteer work can be performed based upon students’ skills. For example, skills in graphic design, computer literacy, carpentry, etc.
Student Requirements: Orientation -- first Tuesday of each month from 5:30-6:30 or by appointment

Lifespan Farm - Therapuetic Riding Center 
Purpose of Agency: Our goal in providing planned programs and activities on the Farm is that each participant will experience growth in the following ways: improve motor skills, increase confidence, enhance social relationships, educate about nature and animals, and expand recreational opportunities in a safe, fully accessible environment designed specifically for the disabled.
Web Address: www.lifespanservice.org  
Contact: Jennifer Frey 
Phone: (704) 393-0333
E-Mail: jfrey@lifespanservices.org
Location: 3701 Kidd Lane, Charlotte, NC 28216
Services: Students work on a farm and/or help with the programs offered.
Student Requirements: No background check required.Read and fill out volunteer packet http://www.lifespanservices.org/forms/VolPkt_August08.pdf

Companion Parrots Re-homed
Purpose of Agency: The Organization seeks to improve the quality of life for all parrots and its objectives are to: Provide educational activities regarding the care and needs of parrots; Facilitate adoption for parrots who need a new family; Provide a home for large parrots who outlive their guardians; and provide a new home for neglected or unwanted parrots.
Web Address: www.parrotu.com
Contact: Lea Waller, manager
Phone: (704) 889-2325 
E-Mail: parrots@parrotu.com  
Address: Located in Parrot University, 321 So. Polk St.  Pineville, NC 28134
Services:  cage upkeep, toy making, socialization of current birds
Student Requirements: None  

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Children

BOLD Kids Afterschool Program
Purpose of Agency: This is an afterschool program intended to provide safe and drug free environments for children after school. We serve children that perform below the reading and math level for state standards. Our purpose is to improve children’s academic performance while providing program and outreach to their parents.
Contact: Carolyn Spellman
Phone: (704) 587-9339
Fax: (704) 587-3950
E-Mail: boldkids@boldchurch.org
Location: 2425-C Westinghouse Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28273
Services: Students will mentor and tutor elementary school children.
Student Requirements: Background checks required and takes around 5 days.

Birthday Blessings
Purpose of Agency:  All children deserve to experience the simple joys of their youth. But sadly, many are missing out. For homeless children, joyous occasions such as birthday parties often go neglected; an unfortunate result of a family’s financial strain and unstable living conditions. The purpose of Birthday Blessings is to help recognize and celebrate the lives of homeless children by providing birthday parties that bring attention and cheer to kids who are in the midst of the most unstable times in their lives. Birthday Blessings has three primary goals for the children it serves to:
·  lift spirits and promote a sense of self worth
·  provide educational and enrichment experience
·  help supplement basic need
Web Address: www.birthdayblessings.org 
Contact: Amy Cervantes
Phone: 704-846-BDAY (2329)
E-Mail:  contact@birthdayblessings.org
Location:  200 Clanton Road Charlotte, NC 28217
Services:  Students will volunteer in events and activities mainly birthday parties. 
Student Requirements: Background check is not required, and volunteers should be available to comfortable interacting with youth, Strong initiative and leadership skills. Good communication skills; desire to learn; strong interest and aptitude for: Event planning: Marketing/PR Community.  All volunteers need to fill out a Volunteer Information Form prior to their service.  It's a short form that can be accessed via our website (Contact Us page).

Girls on the Run of Charlotte
Purpose of Agency: Girls on the Run is a fun after-school character education program for 3-8 graders that uses the power of running to help prepare girls for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living. Through interactive activities such as running, playing games and discussing important issues, participants learn how to celebrate being girls
Web Address: www.gotrcharlotte.org
Contact: Jessica Otto, Program Coordinator
Phone: (704) 837-0088
Fax: (704) 337-2670
E-Mail: jotto@gotrcharlotte.org
Location: 120 Cottage Place, Charlotte, NC 28207 (various run sites across Charlotte-Mecklenburg)
Services: GOTR-C has quite a few volunteer opportunities ranging in time from 1 day to 12 weeks. We are happy to work with each individual to see what opportunities we have that will fit with their interests and our needs. Please tell us your abilities (Graphic Design, Marketing, Computer Skills, Public Speaking Skills, etc) and we will work as best as we can to integrate your talents.
-Head Coach- Women only (3 hours per week commitment)
- Assistant Coach (2-3 hour per week commitment)
- Office Assistance (time frame is flexible)
- Running Buddy (1 day commitment)
Student Requirements: Must attend a full day coach’s training with the Executive Director and/or Program Coordinator. Background checks are required and takes 24 hrs.
 
Charlotte Community School for Girls
Purpose of Agency: At CCSG, we seek to prepare girls in the 5th-8th grades from low-income families for a rapidly changing world and encourage them to pursue higher education.  We seek to present a demanding environment for learning, while offering the attention to help girls succeed.
Web Address: www.charlottecommunityschool.org
Contact: Cathy Sheafor
Phone: 704-439-6740
E-Mail: cathy@charlottecommunityschool.org
Fax: 704-892-9207
Location: PO Box 32305, Charlotte NC 28232
Services: Teaching, tutoring, experience with children.
Student Requirements: Background checks are required.

Joseph W. Grier Academy
Purpose of Agency: Working together to become and remain a school of excellence.
Web Address: www.cms.k12.nc.us
Contact:  Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: (980) 343-5671
Fax: (980) 343-5394
E-mail: 
Location: 8330 Grier Rd. Charlotte, NC 28215
Services: Student tutors and volunteers will have the chance the tutor at the grade level of their choice. They can be reading buddies to students and (or) classes, tutor in another subject that they may help another student in and can also volunteer any other area of the school which are, but is not limited to: office area, library, cafeteria, bus-lot, nurse station etc.
Student Requirements:CMS has updated its Volunteer Management System. All CMS volunteers will need to re-register into the new system. Go to the CMS Web site at www.cms.k12.nc.us and click the link on the right, under Quick Links called ‘Volunteering in CMS.’ Then on the left side, click the link called ‘Register to Volunteer.’

Love in the Name of Christ (Love INC)
Purpose of Agency: Love INC exists to mobilize church volunteers to serve the poor, elderly and disabled in Mecklenburg County. We do that by serving as a Clearinghouse between church congregations and people in need. Love INC verifies the legitimacy of the requests we receive from social service agencies, hospitals, police departments, etc., and then links those requests to church volunteers willing to meet those needs.
Web Address: www.LoveINC-Charlotte.org  
Contact:Pat Marcum.
Phone: (704) 536-5588
E-Mail: pmarcum@loveinc-charlotte.org  
Fax: (704) 536-5338
Location: Eastway Drive (In bdlg. # 1, behind the church. Church has no name because it is not occupied.)
Services: Students can work in the office, talking with clients on the phone, doing data entry or serving in various ways in office. They can also serve in the field in many ways. (See the services offered on our web site.)
Student Requirements: If they work with children or the elderly or disabled, we require a background check. We have an online source for background checks that charges $20. They can also get one at the local police station for less than that. We do require that an application be filled out and we will want to interview them in person, as well.

Crossroads Charlotte 
Purpose of Agency: Assist instructors teach English as a Second Language
Web Address: www.cpcc.edu/literacy  
Contact: Molly Bonnett
Phone: (704) 330-4814 or (704) 258-6493
Fax: (704) 330-4821
E-Mail: molly.bonnett@cpcc.edu
Locations: These classes occur throughout the local Charlotte community
Services: Student volunteers will assist adult-students in learning English as a second language. Students widely range in their level of English proficiency.
Student Requirements: No background check required. A completed registration form as well as attending an orientation is required. Orientations are offered once or twice a month

Charlotte Mecklenburg Park and Recreation
Purpose of Agency: Provides recreation and leisure services to people of all backgrounds and abilities as well as maintain those spaces.
Web Address: www.charmeck.nc.us/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Home.htm  
Contact: Lori Saylor
Phone: (704) 336-5478
Fax: (704) 319-9556
E-Mail: Lori.saylor@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov  
Location: 5841 Brookshire Blvd., NC 28216
Services: Athletics, arts, childern, therapeutic opportunities, seniors, marketing and customer service.This agency can take accounting students.
Student Requirements: Must complete a volunteer enrollment form.

A Child’s Place
Purpose of Agency: A community organization which works in collaboration with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools to provide education and support services and to advocate for children and their families who are homeless or at-risk of being homeless.
Web Address: www.achildsplace.org
Contact: Aimee Brunton
Phone: (704) 343-3790 x9551
Fax: (704) 343-3791
E-Mail: abrunton@achildsplace.org
Location: 601 E. 5th Street, Suite 130, Charlotte, NC 28202
Services: Students assist teachers with classroom activities, become a lunch buddy with a child, provide snacks for children, tutor, and help with special events.
Student Requirements: Background check and reference check required - takes about a week. An orientation is required and may be given one-on-one or with a group. Must complete and return their application before being considered for a position.

L.E.A.D. After School Care
Purpose of Agency: The L.E.A.D. (Learning, Empowerment, Achievement and Development) After School Care program exists to support students, parents, and the schools in helping children achieve academic excellence. With a focus on Math, Science, English and Reading, we create a relaxed, loving and trusting learning atmosphere where children grades 1-5 are supported both in their academic studies and personal interests
Web Address: www.mayfieldmemorial.com
Contact: Dr. Wanda H. Wherry, Program Director
Phone: 704-858-1969
Fax: 704-596-1204
E-mail: afterschool.mayfield@gmail.com
Location: 700 West Sugar Creek Road Charlotte, North Carolina 28213
Services: Tutors are responsible to help ensure a high level of program quality by establishing positive relationships with program participants, being positive role models, and assisting the Educational Specialist as front line implementers of the educational and enrichment content of the L.E.A.D. program. Tutors will assist with processing children in and out of the center, supervising homework completion, tutoring students with specific educational needs, assisting with supervision and cleanup of snack time, preparing learning areas for the next day, and performing other duties as assigned.
Student Requirements: A criminal background check is required. Takes about two business days. Students will complete a Volunteer Application and attend a 1 hour orientation. Tutors must love children, possess good verbal and written communication skills, have ability to maintain confidentiality and must work well with others.

Ada Jenkins Center 
Purpose of Agency: To improve the quality of life for the residents of our communities through the integrated delivery of health, education and human services.
Web Address: www.adajenkins.org  
Contact: Bilingual: Barbara Najenson, English only: Melissa Simpson
Phone: (704) 896-0471, (Barbara- ext.105 or Melissa- ext.125)
Fax: 704/896-0497
E-Mail: barbara.najenson@adajenkins.org; melissa.simpson @adajenkins.org
Location: 212 Gamble Street, Davidson, NC 28036
Services: Students tutor children during an after school program while teaching them about social interactions and world culture.
LATINO SUPPORT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES-We are looking for bilingual (English/Spanish) student volunteers to fill a variety of positions: Teacher of a basic computer training class taught in Spanish (2 hours/week for 8 weeks; flexible with your schedule); Translators for Crisis Assistance Ministry ( Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9-1); Translators for Loaves and Fishes Pantry (Monday, 12:30-3:30; Wednesdays 12:30-3:30; Fridays 9:30-12:30); Assistant in developing and compiling contacts with key organizations in the area who offer bilingual services; Latino Support Desk worker (Monday-Friday, 3:30-5:00)
Student Requirements: No background check is required. Students must be 18 years of age to work in the after school program and willing to work 2 afternoons during the week. Orientations are given on a monthly basis. Contact Melissa Simpson about the date and time.

Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
Purpose of Agency: To provide quality educational experiences so that every child of school age acquires the knowledge and skills to enable him or her to be a successful student now and a productive citizen in the future.
Web Address: www.cms.k12.nc.us  
Contact: Phyllis Crouth
Phone: (980) 343-6618
Fax: (980) 343-3991
E-Mail: phyllis.crouth@cms.k12.nc.us  
Location: 701 East 2nd Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
Services: Students can tutor children, be a lunch buddy, act as a mentor, chaperone field trips, act as a test procter, and /or organize college tours.
Student Requirements: CMS has updated its Volunteer Management System. All CMS volunteers will need to re-register into the new system. Go to the CMS Web site at www.cms.k12.nc.us and click the link on the right, under Quick Links called ‘Volunteering in CMS.’ Then on the left side, click the link called ‘Register to Volunteer.’

Childcare Network #94
Purpose of Agency: To create an understanding of the importance of childcare from a parent aspect and from an economy aspect. 
Contact: Angela Simpson
Phone: (704) 598-1911
Fax: (704) 535-9523
E-Mail: cni94@cnikids.com  
Location: 8216 University Ridge, Charlotte, NC 28213
Services: Interaction with children either one-on-one and/or with a large group in diapering, feeding, indoor/ outdoor activities. Additionally students can interact with teachers to give feedback on childcare.
Student Requirements: No background check. Students must bring a valid ID. On-site training will be given.

Children's Theatre of Charlotte
Purpose of Agency: To enrich the lives of young people, ages 3-18, of all cultures, through theatre and education experiences of the highest quality.
Web Address: www.ctcharlotte.org
Contact: Shannon Hall
Phone: (704) 973-2832
Fax: (704) 973-2850
E-Mail: shannonh@ctcharlotte.org
Location: 300 E. 7th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
Services: Volunteer ushers for Children's Theatre productions and special events at ImaginOn: The Joe & Joan Martin Center.
Student Requirements: Must complete and return a Children's Theatre volunteer application.

GREATER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM, INC.
Purpose of Agency: Greater Enrichment Program, Inc. (GEP) is a free educationally based program providing cultural, recreational and social enrichment for its students. Although the primary target group is the enrolled children, services are also provided to parents in order to promote family values and parenting skills. GEP currently serves 350 plus students in k-5 grades.
Web Address:   www.gepinc.org
Contact: 1st Contact: Bronica Glover2nd Contact: Cathy McIlwain
Phone: (704) 334-8518
E-Mail: bglover@gepinc.org and cmcilwaingep@yahoo.com
Fax: (704) 334-5003
Location: Administrative Office located at 2035 Patton Ave. (2 blocks from Johnson C. Smith University going away from downtown (All contact must be made through Administrative Office)
Program Sites: Charlotte Mecklenburg Public Schools (CMS) Sites: Bruns Avenue Elementary, 501 South Bruns Ave. (Off of West Trade Street) and Merry Oaks Elementary, 3508 Draper Ave. (Off of Central Ave.) Park and Recreation Community Sites: Greenville Recreation Center, 1330 Spring Street (Off of Oaklawn Ave.) and Southview Recreation Center, 1720 Vilma Street (Off of West Boulevard)
Services:  Activities with Elementary Students: Reading Buddy, Math, Writing Tutor, Homework Helper, Sports/Fitness Assistant, Facilitate special creative and fun learning lessons/activities in curriculum areas such as, health and nutrition, science experiments, autobiography writing, etc.; character and career development, substance abuse and pregancy prevention, history, government; computer awareness, storytelling (Open to discuss other areas of interest), Lead/Facilitate a “Fun” Friday Learning Club on topics of interest such as Life skills, Cooking, dance, drama, robotics, sports/fitness, music appreciation, photography, graphic/web and t-shirt design, entreprenuerialship, Junior Achievement, 4-H (Open to discuss other topics of interest), Assist with Community Service Projects and special field trips Activities with Families: Help with Special events for families hosted each month (Call for Events/Dates), Tutors for GED program Administrative Projects: Web design updated, Develop press kit, Assist with the development and writing of a corporate newsletter
Student Requirements: Students must complete a Volunteer Interest Form, Background check  (Free Resource Provided), Short Orientation and Information Session

Guardian ad Litem
Purpose of Agency: Every five minutes a child is abused or neglected in North Carolina. In Mecklenburg county around 15,700 children are thrust into the court system through no fault of their own. Some are victims of violence, psychological torment or sexual abuse. Others have been neglected or even abandoned by their own parents. Most of them are confused and all of them are frightened. Although the numbers are staggering, the Guardian ad Litem program provides an opportunity for people to make a difference. You serve as a trained advocate in court by getting to know the child and the child’s case and by preparing a written report to help the judge understand what is best for the child and to ultimately find them a safe, permanent home.
Web Address: http://www.nccourts.org/Citizens/GAL/ 
Contact: Dana Frady, Volunteer recruiter
Phone: (704) 417-1853 
Fax: (704) 347-7833
E-Mail: dana.s.frady@nccourts.org  
Location: 720 East 4th St., Suite 202, Charlotte, NC 28202
Services: Everyday, Guardian ad Litem volunteers throughout Mecklenburg County help children replace their world of fear with one of hope. But there is a great need for more volunteers. There are currently close to 500 children awaiting a guardian. You can be the voice for an abused child. Students volunteering with our organization can serve as Guardians to abused and neglected children by advocating for their best interest in court. Students will work to learn about their child and their child’s case by meeting with them and visiting their home and speaking with social workers and teachers to try to determine what would be best for a positive outcome.
Student Requirements: Background check required (Criminal and infraction record check).

Seigle Avenue Partners
Purpose of Agency: Building hope into the lives of children and their families in the Piedmont Courts and Belmont Communities:
Web Address: www.seigleavenuepartners.org  
Contact: Tammy Sanders 
Phone: (704) 371-4922
Fax: (704) 371-4922
E-Mail: tsanders@freedomschoolpartners.org
Location: 701 Jackson Ave Charlotte, NC 28204
Mailing Address: PO Box 37363 Charlotte, NC 28237
Services: Need mentors, tutors and classroom assistants, library helpers, office/administrative support, and open to help in other areas.
Student Requirements: Background check is required. This takes 24 hours.

2XSALT’s Faith, Hope and Love Mentoring Program
Purpose of Agency: Faith, Hope and Love is a free, Christ-centered after school program which provides one-on-one mentoring and tutoring for students who are below grade level and eligible for the free and reduced meal program. Our mission is for each child in the program to meet or exceed academic standards for their grade level; to grow spiritually, socially and emotionally, and to share the faith, hope and love that they have witnessed through the program.
Web Address: www.2xsalt.org  
Contact: Susan Turner
Phone: (704) 586-1555
Fax: (704) 586-1588
E-Mail: susanturner@2xsalt.org  
Location: Mentoring sites vary.
Services: We are looking for volunteer mentors who have a desire to impact the lives of youth through a Christ-centered program. Mentors use tutoring as a way to build a relationship with their mentee. Volunteer mentors commit to serving one hour per week for a semester. They meet with their mentee from 5-6 on their chosen day each week at an FHL after school site.
Student Requirements: Prospective mentors must fill out a Volunteer Participation Form (which includes the Child Protection Policy) online. The application process includes character references, a background check, and an orientation session. There is also mentor training and fellowship opportunities throughout the year which are strongly encouraged.

Junior Achievement of the Central Carolinas
Purpose of Agency: We are the passionate people that seek to educate and inspire young people to succeed in a global economy.
Web Address: www.jacarolinas.org  
Contact: Sarah Gamble
Phone:(704) 536-9668
Fax: (704) 563-4864
E-Mail: sgamble@jacarolinas.org  
Location: 201. South Tryon Street LL100, Charlotte, NC 28202
Services: Teach Financial Literacy in a in-classroom environment. Time Frame: Program runs throughout the school year. Volunteers will be committing to teaching five 30 minute lessons. Volunteers will teach one lesson per week over the course of a five week period.
Student Requirements: An hour long training session is required.

Citizen Schools
Purpose of Agency:Citizen Schools is a leading national educational initiative that uniquely mobilizes thousands of volunteers to help improve student achievement by teaching skill-building apprenticeships after school. Our programs blend these real-world learning projects with rigorous academic and leadership development activities, preparing students in the middle grades for success in high school, college, the workforce, and civic life. Launched in Boston in 1995, Citizen Schools currently serves approximately 4,400 students and engages about 3,200volunteers in 20 cities nationwide.  Currently Citizen Schools operates its program at three Charlotte Middle Schools: Albemarle Road, Eastway, and MLK Middle Schools.  
Contact: Meghan Gray
Phone: (704) 332-3645 
E-mail: meghangray@citizenschools.org   
Website: www.citizenschools.org  
Location: 5624  Executive Center Drive, Suite 105, Charlotte, NC 28212; sites at Albemarle Road, Eastway, and MLK Middle Schools
Services:  Fall 2009 semester September 21st- December 14th: Citizen Schools is currently seeking interested student volunteers to work with our students teaching 10 week courses on a topic they are knowledgeable and passionate about, and that can reinforce 21st centurty skills necessary for success in college and the workforce.  Sessions are conducted once a week (Tuesday or Thursday) between 4:30pm and 6:00pm.  Volunteers receive training and assistance from professional educators to plan and implement their lessons.  Drop in mentors/ tutors week days between 3:30 and 4:30 pm are also sought. 
Student Requirements: Background check and online sign-up required. Volunteers should posses an interest and passion for working with students.

Allegro Foundation
Purpose of Agency: We are a nonprofit organization that combines movement instruction with educational and medical expertise, creating a new vehicle to teach children with disabilities and enhance their quality of life. We serve individuals with mental retardation, Down Syndrome, orthopedic challenges (wheelchairs and walkers), Spina Bifida, Cerebral Palsy, learning disabilities, visual and hearing impairments, children "at-risk", and children with cancer.
Web Address: www.allegrofoundation.net  
Contact: Nettie Watkins/Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: (704) 412-5229 
Fax: (704) 364-4041
E-Mail: nettiew@allegrofoundation.net
Location: 3121 Providence Rd. Charlotte, NC 28211
Services: We are looking for a weekly commitment once a week for 30 minutes for volunteers to participate in movement classes with children who have a variety of disabilities. Class locations are throughout the Charlotte area and class times are throughout the day. We have some office work for volunteers on a limited basis, and we also have some opportunities for groups to participate in one time projects on a limited basis.
Student Requirements: Students will be required to fill out an application and undergo a background check.

GUILTY, Inc (Giving U Inspirational Lives Through our Youth)
Purpose of Agency:  A 501(c)(3) community youth development nonprofit organization that works together with the community to better the lives, build confidence, and a positive future for youth labeled “at-risk” and “delinquent”
Web Address: www.imguilty.org 
Contact: Jamila R. White
Phone:  (704) 598-8169
E-Mail:  jrwhite@imguilty.org
Location: 1001 E. WT Harris Blvd., Ste P75, Charlotte NC 28213
Services: Students can be Mentors, Event/Activity Volunteers, and/or Staff Volunteers
Student Requirements:
To be a mentor: Application, Interview, Background check and;
To be a Staff Volunteer: Application, Interview, Background check and;
To be an Event/Activity: Application, possible Interview (depending on the length of the assignment), possible Background Check (depending on the length of the assignment)

Discovery Place, Inc.
Purpose of Agency: To stimulate the public’s interest and ignite wonder in understanding science, mathematics, and technology by providing quality educational facilities, activities, and exhibits.
Web Address: www.discoveryplace.org
Contact: Gay Dorsey
Phone: (704) 372-6261
Fax: (704) 337-2670
E-Mail: gayd@discoveryplace.org
Location: 301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
Services: Exhibitor host and greeter. Helping educate the public with seasonal programs as they become introduced to the community. Marketing interns and Marketing Print Design interns are needed as well.
Student Requirements: Volunteers are required to attend brief meetings at the start of each shift and become familiar with Discovery Place’s mission statement and requirements upon each department. Background checks are required.

Trips for Kids Charlotte
Purpose of Agency: To provide outdoor outings, community service, and educational opportunities for kids that do not have access to these types of activities within their communities or environments.
Contact: Paula Fricke
Phone: (704) 846-3678
E-Mail: frickepj@aol.com
Locations: 512 E. 15th St. Charlotte, Fisher Farms in Davidson, and Colonel Francis Beatty Park in Matthews
Services: Need help in the following areas: marketing/sales –to help promote and sell bikes and write newsletters, accounting – to set up good financial books, etc., bike repair – to help teach in the Earn a Bike program, and Website development – to keep the Website up to date.
Student requirements: A background check is required. 

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Developmentally  Disabled or Physically Disabled

Behind the Arts
Purpose of Agency: To provide an open and comfortable, fee-free, social setting for person with developmental disabilities and mental health issues to express their creativity.
Web Address: http://abchumanservices.com/index.htm
Contact: Barbara Dover
Phone: (704) 810-0092
Fax: (704) 869-6477
E-Mail: barbaradover@abchumanservices.com  
Location: 170 West Franklin Boulevard, Gastonia, NC 28052
Services: Work with individuals who have developmental disabilities and mental health issues
Student Requirements: Must attend an onsite orientation (scheduled as needed for individuals)

Allegro Foundation
Purpose of Agency: We are a nonprofit organization that combines movement instruction with educational and medical expertise, creating a new vehicle to teach children with disabilities and enhance their quality of life. We serve individuals with mental retardation, Down Syndrome, orthopedic challenges (wheelchairs and walkers), Spina Bifida, Cerebral Palsy, learning disabilities, visual and hearing impairments, children "at-risk", and children with cancer.
Web Address: www.allegrofoundation.net  
Contact: Nettie Watkins/Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: (704) 412-5229 
Fax: (704) 364-4041
E-Mail: nettiew@allegrofoundation.net
Location: 3121 Providence Rd. Charlotte, NC 28211
Services: We are looking for a weekly commitment once a week for 30 minutes for volunteers to participate in movement classes with children who have a variety of disabilities. Class locations are throughout the Charlotte area and class times are throughout the day. We have some office work for volunteers on a limited basis, and we also have some opportunities for groups to participate in one time projects on a limited basis.
Student Requirements: Students will be required to fill out an application and undergo a background check.

Hind’s Feet Farm
Purpose of Agency: To provide a robust and meaningful experience for our members in our Day Program and to build and provide a long term family care home. This is a program for people living with brain injuries persuing health and wellness in their recovery post injury.
Web Address: www.HindsFeetFarm.org  
Contact: Martin Foil & Will DeGrauw
Phone: (704) 992-1424
Fax: (704) 992-1423
E-Mail: mfoil@hindsfeetfarm.org;  wdegrauw@hindsfeetfarm.org
Location: 14625 Black Farms Road, Huntersville, NC 28078
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2842, Huntersville, NC 28070
Services: Numerous opportunities available please contact our office for availability.
Student Requirements: Compassion, Empathy, willingness to listen, and background checks only required for volunteers who may be working with members on a one-on-one basis.

National MS Society Mid-Atlantic Chapter
Purpose of Agency: To create a world free of MS.Our chapter provides programs and services to people living with MS in all of South Carolina and 33 counties in Western North Carolina. Our fundraising efforts fund MS research and provide the programs and services to people living with MS
Web Address: www.nationalmssociety.org/ncp
Contact: Linda Vanderbosch- Vice President, Volunteer Engagement
Phone: (704) 525-5906, ext. 103
E-Mail: linda.vanderbosch@nmss.org
Location: 9801-I Southern Pine Boulevard, Charlotte, NC  28273 – We are located off of Arrowood Road, close to the Arrowood Road exit off Interstate 77.
Services:  Special Event Intern, as well as help at the below events:
-Charlotte MS Walk, Spring 2010 at Symphony Park -- community walk to raise funds and awareness for multiple sclerosis. Volunteers are needed to help at the start site or on the route at a rest stop.
-Bike MS, Oct 3-4, 2009 Gaffney, SC-- Bike MS is a 150 mile bike ride over two days. Volunteers are needed to help with the start/finish site in Greenville or as a route volunteer. Route volunteers include rest stops volunteers, medical volunteers, SAG drivers, motorcycle marshals, truck drivers, and route signage placement and removal.
-MS Service Day, Oct. 17th 2009 8am-4pm –volunteers help people living with MS with home repairs and projects
Student Requirements:If the students are participating or volunteering for an event, they can register on-line. If they come to the office to help us here, we will provide them with a volunteer application and a volunteer orientation. Orientation last one hour.

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Disaster Relief

American Red Cross 
Purpose of Agency: The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross/Red Crescent Movement, will provide relief to victims of disaster and help people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. 
Web Address: www.redcrosshelps.org
Contact: Hope Martin
Phone: (704) 378-4628
Fax: (704) 378-4633
Email: martinhope@usa.redcross.org
Location: 2425 Park Road, Charlotte NC 28203
Services: Blood Center, Finance Department, Health and Safety, Disaster Services, Financial Development, as well as transportation needs.
Student Requirements: Background checks are required. Must schedule an interview and training will be provided. **This agency can take accounting students.
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Education

21st Century BOLD Kids Afterschool Program
Purpose of Agency: This is an afterschool program intended to provide safe and drug free environments for children after school. We serve children that perform below the reading and math level for state standards. Our purpose is to improve children’s academic performance while providing program and outreach to their parents.
Contact: Carolyn Spellman
Phone: (704) 587-9339
Fax: (704) 587-3950
E-Mail: boldkids@boldchurch.org
Location: 2425-C Westinghouse Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28273
Services: Students will mentor and tutor elementary school children.
Student Requirements:  Background checks required and takes around 5 days.

Discovery Place, Inc.
Purpose of Agency: To stimulate the public’s interest and ignite wonder in understanding science, mathematics, and technology by providing quality educational facilities, activities, and exhibits. 
Web Address: www.discoveryplace.org
Contact: Gay Dorsey
Phone: (704) 372-6261
E-Mail: gayd@discoveryplace.org
Location: 301 N. Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
Services: Exhibitor host and greeter. Helping educate the public with seasonal programs as they become introduced to the community. Marketing interns and Marketing Print Design interns are needed as well.
Student Requirements: Volunteers are required to attend brief meetings at the start of each shift and become familiar with Discovery Place’s mission statement and requirements upon each department. Background checks are required.

A Child’s Place
Purpose of Agency: A community organization which works in collaboration with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools to provide education and support services and to advocate for children and their families who are homeless or at-risk of being homeless.
Web Address: www.achildsplace.org 
Contact: Aimee Brunton 
Phone: (704) 343-3790 ext. 9951
Fax: (704) 343-3791
E-Mail: abrunton@achildsplace.org  
Location: 601 E. 5th Street, Suite 130, Charlotte, NC 28202
Services: Students assist teachers with classroom activities, become a lunch buddy with a child, provide snacks for children, tutor, and help with special events.
Student Requirements: Background check and reference check required - takes about a week. An orientation is required and may be given one-on-one or with a group. Must complete and return their application before being considered for a position.

Charlotte Community School for Girls
Purpose of Agency: At CCSG, we seek to prepare girls in the 5th-8th grades from low-income families for a rapidly changing world and encourage them to pursue higher education.  We seek to present a demanding environment for learning, while offering the attention to help girls succeed.
Web Address: www.charlottecommunityschool.org
Contact: Cathy Sheafor
Phone: 704-439-6740
E-Mail: cathy@charlottecommunityschool.org
Fax: 704-892-9207
Location: PO Box 32305, Charlotte NC 28232
Services: Teaching, tutoring, experience with children.
Student Requirements: Background checks are required.

Above and Beyond Students, Inc.
Purpose of Agency: Provide academic programs that ensure students are proficient in reading, math and computer skills. Provide enrichment opportunities to help develop and enhance students skills, talents and interests, (i.e. art, music, dance, and more) Promote a positive environment that fosters high self esteem Teach students responsibility to self, family and community Provide a holistic approach to reaching students and family Assist families with meeting basic need for daily living, career development and parenting skills
Web Address: www.aboveandbeyondstudents.com
Contact:Carmen Blackmon
Phone:(704) 281-4491
Fax: (704) 535-6805
E-Mail: absinc2001@yahoo.com
Location: Eastway Middle School - 1501 Norland Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205
Services: We are in great need of a marketing or graphic design person to volunteer to do some web design, and marketing material updates for our organization. Also our school needs ideas for bulletin board design and display. Our students love to work with college students. We have a great working environment that is fun, flexible and close to CPCC downtown.
Student Requirements: Students must go to CMS website www.cms.k12.nc.us  and sign up for volunteer screening. It takes 24 hours to be approved. Once approved they are in the register to do volunteer work at CMS

Citizen Schools
Purpose of Agency:Citizen Schools is a leading national educational initiative that uniquely mobilizes thousands of volunteers to help improve student achievement by teaching skill-building apprenticeships after school. Our programs blend these real-world learning projects with rigorous academic and leadership development activities, preparing students in the middle grades for success in high school, college, the workforce, and civic life. Launched in Boston in 1995, Citizen Schools currently serves approximately 4,400 students and engages about 3,200volunteers in 20 cities nationwide.  Currently Citizen Schools operates its program at three Charlotte Middle Schools: Albemarle Road, Eastway, and MLK Middle Schools.  
Contact: Meghan Gray
Phone: 704-332-3645 
E-mail: meghangray@citizenschools.org   
Website: www.citizenschools.org  
Location: 5624  Executive Center Drive, Suite 105, Charlotte, NC 28212; sites at Albemarle Road, Eastway, and MLK Middle Schools
Services:  Fall 2009 semester September 21st- December 14th: Citizen Schools is currently seeking interested student volunteers to work with our students teaching 10 week courses on a topic they are knowledgeable and passionate about, and that can reinforce 21st centurty skills necessary for success in college and the workforce.  Sessions are conducted once a week (Tuesday or Thursday) between 4:30pm and 6:00pm.  Volunteers receive training and assistance from professional educators to plan and implement their lessons.  Drop in mentors/ tutors week days between 3:30 and 4:30 pm are also sought.
Student Requirements: Background check and online sign-up required. Volunteers should posses an interest and passion for working with students.

ABLE Center
Purpose of Agency: Helping male and female adult students, functioning on a 1st-12th grade level, learn necessary skills to prepare for their GED. Tutors assist students with basic skills that show weakness in a specific area.
Web Address: www.cpcc.edu/literacy
Contact: Molly Bonnett
Phone: (704) 330-4814 or (704) 258-6493
Fax: (704) 330-4821
E-Mail: molly.bonnett@cpcc.edu;
Location:Cato Campus, Central Campus, Dowd YMCA, Harris Campus, Harper Campus, North Campus
Services: Students will assist other students with basic studies, such as reading and math, at a high school level. The math tends to be multiplication/ division, fractions, decimals, percentages, and area/ volume problems. The reading usually consists of a short story with vocabulary and comprehension questions. Students range from a 1st-12th grade proficiency level.
Student Requirements: No background check required. An orientation is required and is offered once or twice a month.

GREATER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM, INC.
Purpose of Agency: Greater Enrichment Program, Inc. (GEP) is a free educationally based program providing cultural, recreational and social enrichment for its students. Although the primary target group is the enrolled children, services are also provided to parents in order to promote family values and parenting skills. GEP currently serves 350 plus students in k-5 grades. Web Address:   www.gepinc.org
Contact: 1st Contact: Bronica Glover2nd Contact: Cathy McIlwain
Phone: 704/334-8518
E-Mail: bglover@gepinc.org and cmcilwaingep@yahoo.com
Fax: 704/334-5003
Location: Administrative Office located at 2035 Patton Ave. (2 blocks from Johnson C. Smith University going away from downtown (All contact must be made through Administrative Office)
Program Sites: Charlotte Mecklenburg Public Schools (CMS) Sites: Bruns Avenue Elementary, 501 South Bruns Ave. (Off of West Trade Street) and Merry Oaks Elementary, 3508 Draper Ave. (Off of Central Ave.) Park and Recreation Community Sites: Greenville Recreation Center, 1330 Spring Street (Off of Oaklawn Ave.) and Southview Recreation Center, 1720 Vilma Street (Off of West Boulevard)
Services:  Activities with Elementary Students: Reading Buddy, Math, Writing Tutor, Homework Helper, Sports/Fitness Assistant, Facilitate special creative and fun learning lessons/activities in curriculum areas such as , health and nutrition, science experiments, autobiography writing, etc.; character and career development, substance abuse and pregancy prevention, history, government; computer awareness, storytelling (Open to discuss other areas of interest), Lead/Facilitate a “Fun” Friday Learning Club on topics of interest such as Life skills, Cooking, dance, drama, robotics, sports/fitness, music appreciation, photography, graphic/web and t-shirt design, entreprenuerialship, Junior Achievement, 4-H (Open to discuss other topics of interest), Assist with Community Service Projects and special field trips Activities with Families: Help with Special events for familities hosted each month (Call for Events/Dates), Tutors for GED program Administrative Projects: Web design updated, Develop press kit, Assist with the development and writing of a corporate newsletter
Student Requirements: Students must complete a Volunteer Interest Form, Background check  (Free Resource Provided), Short Orientation and Information Session

Joseph W. Grier Academy
Purpose of Agency: Working together to become and remain a school of excellence.
Web Address: www.cms.k12.nc.us
Contact:  Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: (980) 343-5671
Fax: (980) 343-5394
E-mail: please call
Location: 8330 Grier Rd. Charlotte, NC 28215
Services: Student tutors and volunteers will have the chance the tutor at the grade level of their choice. They can be reading buddies to students and (or) classes, tutor in another subject that they may help another student in and can also volunteer any other area of the school which are, but is not limited to: office area, library, cafeteria, bus-lot, nurse station etc.
Student Requirements:CMS has updated its Volunteer Management System. All CMS volunteers will need to re-register into the new system. Go to the CMS Web site at www.cms.k12.nc.us and click the link on the right, under Quick Links called ‘Volunteering in CMS.’ Then on the left side, click the link called ‘Register to Volunteer.’

Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
Purpose of Agency: To provide quality educational experiences so that every child of school age acquires the knowledge and skills to enable him or her to be a successful student now and a productive citizen in the future.
Web Address: www.cms.k12.nc.us  
Contact: Phyllis Crouth
Phone: (980) 343-6618
Fax: (980) 343-3991
E-Mail: phyllis.croutch@cms.k12.nc.us
Location: 701 East 2nd Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
Services: Students can tutor children, be a lunch buddy, act as a mentor, chaperone field trips, become a Test Procter, and /or organize college tours.
Student Requirements: CMS has updated its Volunteer Management System. All CMS volunteers will need to re-register into the new system. Go to the CMS Web site at www.cms.k12.nc.us and click the link on the right, under Quick Links called ‘Volunteering in CMS.’ Then on the left side, click the link called ‘Register to Volunteer.’

Charlotte Mecklenburg Park and Recreation
Purpose of Agency: Provides recreation and leisure services to people of all backgrounds and abilities as well as maintain those spaces.
Web Address: www.charmeck.nc.us/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Home.htm  
Contact: Lori Saylor
Phone: (704) 336-5478
Fax: (704) 319-9556
E-Mail: Lori.saylor@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov  
Location: 5841 Brookshire Blvd., NC 28216
Services: Athletics, arts, working with children, seniors, marketing and customer service, therapeutic opportunities.This agency can take accounting students.
Student Requirements: Must complete a volunteer enrollment form.
 

Classroom Central
Purpose of Agency: Classroom Central is a free store for teachers who work in low-income schools in the Charlotte region. The mission is to equip students to effectively learn by collecting and distributing free school supplies. In the 2008-2009 school year, Classroom Central distributed approximately $4.45 million in free school supplies to more than 85,000 students in the Charlotte area.
Contact: Amy Berkowitz
Web Address: www.classroomcentral.org
Phone: (704) 377-1740 ext. 21
Fax: (704) 377-0355
E-Mail: amy@classroomcentral.org
Location: 2116 Wilkinson Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28208
Services: Students will assist with store stocking, teacher shopping- customer service/check out/car loading, merchandising, die-cutting, warehouse donation sorting, and other projects.
Student Requirements: No background check required. An on-site orientation is given on the first day.

Community Charter School
Purpose of Agency: Community Charter School helps each child identify and develop unique skills and abilities through a collaborative, interdisciplinary learning environment within the school and the larger environment. Arts-based charter school grades K-5.
Contact: Kristy Dahlstrom
Phone: 704-377-3180
Email: amiller@commchart.org
Location: 510 S. Torrence Street, Charlotte 28204
Services: Students will tutor and mentor elementary school children.
Student Requirements: Extensive background check that takes 2-3 weeks.

Junior Achievement of the Central Carolinas
Purpose of Agency: We are the passionate people that seek to educate and inspire young people to succeed in a global economy.
Web Address: www.jacarolinas.org
Contact: Sarah Gamble
Phone:(704) 536-9668
Fax: (704) 563-4864
E-Mail: sgamble@jacarolinas.org
Location: 201. South Tryon Street LL100, Charlotte, NC 28202
Services: Teach Financial Literacy in a in-classroom environment. Time Frame: Program runs throughout the school year. Volunteers will be committing to teaching five 30 minute lessons. Volunteers will teach one lesson per week over the course of a five week period.
Student Requirements: An hour long training session is required.

Matthews Elementary School
Purpose of Agency: To ensure that no child is left behind.
Web Address: www.cms.k12.nc.us  
Contact: Betsey Redder
Phone: (980) 343-3940
Fax: (980) 343-3944
E-Mail: e.redder@cms.k12.nc.us 
Location: 200 McDowell Avenue, Matthews, NC 28105
Services: Tutoring, working with small groups, and clerical activities.
Student Requirements: CMS has updated its Volunteer Management System. All CMS volunteers will need to re-register into the new system. Go to the CMS Web site at www.cms.k12.nc.us and click the link on the right, under Quick Links called ‘Volunteering in CMS.’ Then on the left side, click the link called ‘Register to Volunteer.’

Elizabeth Traditional Elementary School
Purpose of Agency: To provide a well-rounded “traditional” education to our students, that is one where the basics of literacy, math, and citizenship are emphasized in a structured, caring environment.
Contact: ask for volunteer coordinator
Phone: 980-343-5475
Location: 1601 Park Drive, Charlotte, NC 28204
Services: Tutoring K-2 with basic math and literacy skills. For grades 3-5 help prepare for end of grade tests in the spring. Opportunities are also available for one day projects.
Student Requirements: CMS has updated its Volunteer Management System. All CMS volunteers will need to re-register into the new system. Go to the CMS Web site at www.cms.k12.nc.us and click the link on the right, under Quick Links called ‘Volunteering in CMS.’ Then on the left side, click the link called ‘Register to Volunteer.’

Catawba Valley Scottish Society
Purpose of Agency: Restoration, preservation, conservation, interpretation and maintenance of the properties of Rural Hill Farm known to be the historic property and home of John Davidson and his offspring and operate a living history farm on the site.
Web Address: www.ruralhill.net
Contact: Edward W. McLean or Tim Lindler
Phone: (704) 875-3113
Fax: (704) 875-3193
E-Mail: dyd-vol@earthlink.net; tim@ruralhill.net
Location: 4431 Neck Road Huntersville, NC 28078
Services: Students can help with the events that take on the farm & also historic preservation. Help with the Amazing-Maize Maze , and educating others about Rural Hill.
Student Requirements: Students do not have to fill out an application or take a background check.

GUILTY, Inc (Giving U Inspirational Lives Through our Youth)
Purpose of Agency:  A 501(c)(3) community youth development nonprofit organization that works together with the community to better the lives, build confidence, and a positive future for youth labeled “at-risk” and “delinquent”
Web Address: www.imguilty.org 
Contact: Jamila R. White
Phone:  (704) 598-8169
E-Mail:  jrwhite@imguilty.org
Location: 1001 E. WT Harris Blvd., Ste P75, Charlotte NC 28213
Services: Students can be Mentors, Event/Activity Volunteers, and/or Staff Volunteers
Student Requirements:
To be a mentor: Application, Interview, Background check and;
To be a Staff Volunteer: Application, Interview, Background check and;
To be an Event/Activity: Application, possible Interview (depending on the length of the assignment), possible Background Check (depending on the length of the assignment)
 

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Environment

Carolina Raptor Center
Purpose of Agency: Carolina Raptor Center is dedicated to environmental education and the conservation of birds of prey through public education, the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned raptors, and research.
Web Address: www.carolinaraptorcenter.org 
Contact: Karen Carter
Phone: (704) 875-6521 ext. 128
E-Mail: volunteer@carolinaraptorcenter.org 
Fax: (704) 875-8814
Location: 6000 Sample Rd., Huntersville, NC 28078
Services: Volunteers that can only commit to a certain amount of time, not ongoing time, can do various grounds/maintenance, administrative, and special projects. CRC is located on 57 acres in a nature preserve, with many cages, and something is always needed to be fixed, trimmed, weeded, hacked back, etc. Also CRC needs people who are handy with power tools and can help fix/make perches, do general cage repair, etc. Please go to the Website for more information about the regular volunteer program.
Student Requirements: A volunteer application needs to be completed. It can be found on the Website. Please contact Louise Bhavnani to discuss your interests and course requirements.

Charlotte Mecklenburg Park and Recreation
Purpose of Agency: Provides recreation and leisure services to people of all backgrounds and abilities as well as maintain those spaces.
Web Address: www.charmeck.nc.us/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Home.htm  
Contact: Lori Saylor
Phone: (704) 336-5478
Fax: (704) 319-9556
E-Mail: Lori.saylor@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov  
Location: 5715 Monroe Rd, Charlotte 28212
Services: Athletics, arts, working with children, seniors, marketing and customer service, therapeutic opportunities. This agency can take accounting students.
Student Requirements: Must complete a volunteer enrollment form.

Reedy Creek
Purpose of Agency: Reedy Creek Nature Center serves as the gateway to the 727 acre Reedy Creek Nature Preserve and is the source for environmental programs and information on the preserve’s natural communities, flora and fauna. The preserve protects the major tributaries of Reedy Creek, a natural heritage site, and areas of cultural significance including the ruins of the Robinson Rock house.
Web Address: Reedy Creek
Contact: Lori Saylor
Phone: (704) 336-5478
Fax: (704) 319-9556
E-Mail: Lori.saylor@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov  
Location: 2900 Rocky River Road, Charlotte, NC 28215
Services: There are many ways for students to get involved with Reedy Creek. Call for more details.
Student Requirements: Must complete a volunteer enrollment form and attend an orientation.

Catawba Valley Scottish Society
Purpose of Agency: Restoration, preservation, conservation, interpretation and maintenance of the properties of Rural Hill Farm known to be the historic property and home of John Davidson and his offspring and operate a living history farm on the site.
Web Address: www.ruralhill.net
Contact: Edward W. McLean or Tim Lindler
Phone: (704) 875-3113
Fax: (704) 875-3193
E-Mail: dyd-vol@earthlink.net; tim@ruralhill.net
Location: 4431 Neck Road Huntersville, NC 28078
Services: Students can help with the events that take on the farm & also historic preservation. Help with the Amazing-Maize Maze , and educating others about Rural Hill.
Student Requirements: Students do not have to fill out an application or take a background check.

Nation Sustainable
Purpose of Agency: To help low-income individuals and families live more environmentally sustainable lives.
Web Address: www.NationSustainable.org
Contact: Justin Rowell
Phone: (704) 999-4636
E-Mail: info@NationSustainable.org
Location: I currently work from home. This may change in three or four months. Most all of the work can be done from any place with a computer, internet and phone access.
Services: Immediate needs: Non-profit legal formation (applications, paperwork), networking, marketing, web design, tax help, grant proposal writing, administrative, GIS mapping of neighborhood demographics and help performing energy audits and upgrades of homes. I am also open to suggestions from students who would be interested in contributing some other skill or service that they feel may be of value to the organization.
Student Requirements: I would first and foremost like a student(s) that is responsible and can take initiative. Experience would be a plus but not as important as the above. Other than that, an interview is all that is required.

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Health and Wellness

American Red Cross
Purpose of Agency: Provides relief to victims of disasters and helps people prevent, prepare and respond to emergencies.
Web Address: www.redcrosshelps.org
Contact: Hope Martin
Phone: (704) 378-4628
Fax: (704) 347-8439
E-Mail: martinhope@usa.redcross.org
Location: 2425 Park Road Charlotte, NC 28203
Services: Assist with the “Get to know Us” presentation, assist in deployment meetings & family readiness events, as well as transportation needs.
Student Requirements: No background check required. Must schedule an interview and training will be provided.

Goodwill Industries
Purpose of Agency: Goodwill believes that all people in our region have the opportunity to develop their fullest potential through the power of work.
Web Address: www.goodwillsp.org 
Contact: Sharee Carter
Phone: (704) 332-0384 ext 3127
E-Mail: sharee.carter@goodwillsp.org
Fax: (704) 371-3919
Location: 2122 Freedom Dr, Charlotte, NC
Services: Students must have an interest and possess motivation to assist providing, teaching, and enhancing life skills, occupational and vocational learning program. Focus areas include: customer Service, Life Skills, Supported Employment, Arts and Recreation, Horticulture, Health and Wellness, Hospitality Call Center, and Construction.
Student Requirements: Students must complete and online application by clicking here. Background checks are required and usually take 3 days. An orientation is also required before service can start.

Harris YMCA
Purpose of Agency: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
Web Address: www.ymcacharlotte.org
Contact:  Molly Mitchum
Phone: (704) 716-6815
E-Mail: molly.mitchum@ymcacharlotte.org
Fax: (704) 716-6801
Location: 5900 Quail Hollow Road, Charlotte, NC 28210
Services: Students can help in the following areas: member services, administration, aquatics, community outreach campaign, wellness and fitness, gymnastics, special events, and youth sports.
Student Requirements: Background checks are only required when the volunteer will be working one-on-one with children.

Lake Norman YMCA
Purpose of Agency: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. All programs are open to members and non-members, with a different fee scale for each.
Web Address: www.ymcacharlotte.org  
Contact: Amber Baker
Phone: 704-716-4444
E-Mail: amber.baker@ymcacharlotte.org  
Location: 21300 Davidson Street, Cornelius, NC 28031
Services: Students can participate in general office work, fundraising, special events, specific programs, or can create their own position.
Student Requirements: Background checks are only required when working one-on-one with children. It takes about a week to get started as a new volunteer.

Trips for Kids Charlotte
Purpose of Agency: To provide outdoor outings, community service, and educational opportunities for kids that do not have access to these types of activities within their communities or environments.
Contact: Paula Fricke
Phone: (704) 846-3678
E-Mail: frickepj@aol.com
Locations: 512 E. 15th St. Charlotte, Fisher Farms in Davidson, and Colonel Francis Beatty Park in Matthews
Services: Need help in the following areas: marketing/sales –to help promote and sell bikes and write newsletters, accounting – to set up good financial books, etc., bike repair – to help teach in the Earn a Bike program, and Website development – to keep the Website up to date.
Student requirements: A background check is required.

University City YMCA
Purpose of Agency: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
Web Address: www.ymcacharlotte.org  
Contact: Loretta Maguire
Phone:  (704) 716-6742
Email: loretta.maguire@ymcacharlotte.org
Fax: (704) 716-6702
Location: 8100 Old Mallard Creek Rd. Charlotte, NC 28262
Services: Students may participate in a variety of projects including: accounting, marketing, working with children’s programs and special events. 
Student Requirements: Students must complete an application, attend an orientation, and fill out a background check form. Background checks will only be submitted if student works with children.

Sunrise Assisted Living
Purpose of Agency: To provide quality assisted care to seniors in a warm, home- like environment.
Web Address: www.sunriseseniorliving.com
Contact: Emily Paxton, Activity & Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: (704) 366-2550
Fax: (704) 336-4041
E-Mail:  eastover.AVC@sunriseseniorliving.com
Location: 3610 Randolph Road, Charlotte, NC 28211
Services: Participate in various activities with seniors and provide companionship.
Student Requirements: Must complete an application and provide references.

Weddington Assisted Living
Purpose of Agency: Assisted living community with a special combination of housing and supportive services for seniors who are unable to live alone, but do not need full time nursing care.
Contact: Joanne Boles
Phone: (704) 847-9477
Fax: (704) 814-9869
E-mail: jboles@brookdaleliving.com
Location: 2404 Plantation Center Drive, Matthews, NC 28105
Services: Various activities with elderly residents. Share a skill or hobby with the residents, such as playing an instrument or writing poetry.
Student Requirements: Background check required. Students must pay for background check and get it on their own from the county courthouse.

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Homelessness

A Child’s Place
Purpose of Agency: A community organization which works in collaboration with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools to provide education and support services and to advocate for children and their families who are homeless or at-risk of being homeless.
Web Address: www.achildsplace.org
Contact: Aimee Brunton 
Phone: (704) 343-3790 ext. 9551
Fax: (704) 343-3791
E-Mail:  abrunton@achildsplace.org 
Location: 601 E. 5th Street, Suite 130, Charlotte, NC 28202
Services: Students assist teachers with classroom activities, become a lunch buddy with a child, provide snacks for children, tutor, and help with special events.
Student Requirements: Background check and reference check required - takes about a week. An orientation is required and may be given one-on-one or with a group. Must complete and return their application before being considered for a position.

Love in the Name of Christ (Love INC)
Purpose of Agency: Love INC exists to mobilize church volunteers to serve the poor, elderly and disabled in Mecklenburg County. We do that by serving as a Clearinghouse between church congregations and people in need. Love INC verifies the legitimacy of the requests we receive from social service agencies, hospitals, police departments, etc., and then links those requests to church volunteers willing to meet those needs.
Web Address: www.LoveINC-Charlotte.org
Contact:Pat Marcum
Phone: (704) 536-5588
E-Mail: pmarcum@loveinc-charlotte.org
Fax: (704) 536-5338
Location: Eastway Drive (In bdlg. # 1, behind the church. Church has no name because it is not occupied.)
Services: Students can work in the office, talking with clients on the phone, doing data entry or serving in various ways in office. They can also serve in the field in many ways. (See the services offered on our web site.)
Student Requirements: If they work with children or the elderly or disabled, we require a background check. We have an online source for background checks that charges $20. They can also get one at the local police station for less than that. We do require that an application be filled out and we will want to interview them in person, as well.

Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina
Purpose of Agency: Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina’s mission is to end hunger in 16 counties by distributing food to over 500 agencies, such as soup kitchens, emergency shelters, group homes, food pantries, and low income daycares.
Contact: Shay Merritt,  Interim Community Development Coordinator
Phone: (704) 375-9639, ext. 29
Fax: (704) 385-9639
E-Mail: smerritt@secondharvest.org
Location: 550-B Spratt Street, Charlotte, NC 28206
Services: Food distribution, community education, Kid’s Café, special events for awareness and fundraising. This agency can take accounting students.
Student Requirements: No background checks required

Habitat for Humanity Re-Store
Purpose of Agency: The ReStore supports the Habitat for Humanity mission to eliminate substandard housing by selling donated items, with proceeds going directly to building homes in partnership with needy families in Charlotte. 
HFH ReStore Mission Statement: Through the selling of donated construction and home related items:
- Increase the number of homes built with low-income families through Habitat for Humanity of Charlotte.
- Prevent usable items from being put in landfills.
- Provide quality building materials to the general public at discounted prices.
Web Address: www.charlotterestore.org
Contact: Kirsten Martin
Phone: (704) 716-7040
Fax: (704) 716-7055
E-Mail: KMartin@CharlotteReStore.org
Location: 1133 N Wendover Road & 3326 Wilkinson Boulevard
Services: sells new and gently used items, all of which have been donated; proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity
Student Requirements: students should look at the list of volunteer positions available on our website to get an idea of what sorts of opportunities are available & what amount of time commitment is required; we ask that students plan to spend a minimum of 2 hours per visit, and closed-toe shoes are required.

Birthday Blessings
Purpose of Agency:  All children deserve to experience the simple joys of their youth. But sadly, many are missing out. For homeless children, joyous occasions such as birthday parties often go neglected; an unfortunate result of a family’s financial strain and unstable living conditions. The purpose of Birthday Blessings is to help recognize and celebrate the lives of homeless children by providing birthday parties that bring attention and cheer to kids who are in the midst of the most unstable times in their lives. Birthday Blessings has three primary goals for the children it serves to:
- lift spirits and promote a sense of self worth
- provide educational and enrichment experiences
- help supplement basic needs
Web Address: www.birthdayblessings.org 
Contact: Amy Cervantes
Phone:  (704) 846-BDAY (2329)
E-Mail:  contact@birthdayblessings.org
Location:  200 Clanton Rd, Charlotte NC 28217
Services:  Students will volunteer in events and activities mainly birthday parties. 
Student Requirements: Background check is not required, and volunteers should be available to comfortable interacting with youth, Strong initiative and leadership skills. Good communication skills; desire to learn; strong interest and aptitude for: Event planning: Marketing/PR Community

Charlotte Rescue Mission
Purpose of Agency: The Charlotte rescue Mission provides a free, 90 day residential recovery program to predominately homeless men and women addicted to drugs and or alcohol. This program includes the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous. The men’s program supervisors a 138-bed facility. The women’s program is a 12-bed facility. Through our program clients receive: food, clothing, lodging; individual and group counseling; addiction education; worship services; life skills training; family education and services; and an opportunity for GED completion.
Web Address: www.charlotterescuemission.org
Contact: Andria Tindall, Coordinator of Volunteers
Phone: (704) 334-4635 ext. 214
Fax: (704) 333-7285
E-Mail: andria_t@charlotterescuemission.org
Location: 907 W. 1st St Charlotte, NC 28202
Services: The volunteer coordinator will be happy to speak with you about the many services that students can participate in. Accounting students are welcome.
Student Requirements: Background checks (will take 3 days) and an orientation is required.

Men’s Shelter of Charlotte
Purpose of Agency: To care for people who are homeless and provide them opportunities to rebuild their lives.
Web Address: www.mensshelterofcharlotte.org  
Contact: Linda Miller
Phone: (704) 334-3187 ext. 111
Fax: (704) 334-1545
E-Mail: Linda.Miller@menshelterofcharlotte.org
Location: 1210 N Tryon Street & 3410 Statesville Ave, Charlotte
Services: Program services, admissions, kitchen, creative writing classes, PR, computer lab, clothing closet, front desk data entry, side entrance, answer phones, buzz security door, prepare and serve breakfast or lunch.
Student Requirements: No background checks required.

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International and Multicultural

International House
Purpose of Agency: To help meet the needs of the international community in the Charlotte area and to build intercultural understanding and awareness among peoples of different cultures.
Web Address: www.ihclt.org  
Contact: Rusty Reynolds
Phone: (704) 333-8099, ext. 17
Fax: (704) 334-2423
E-Mail:  rreynolds@ihclt.org
Location: 322 Hawthorne Lane Charlotte, 28204
Services: (1) Update and maintain all information and referral databases, includes data entry (2) provide direct services to “walk- ins” (3) assist in responding to information and referral requests (4) general office tasks (5) manage rental facilities (6) purchase office and kitchen supplies.
Student Requirements: No background check needed. There is a required interview and volunteer form (found on-line) that must be completed.  Only delay in getting started is when the staff has a hard time getting the interview scheduled.

Catawba Indian Nation
Purpose of Agency: The Catawba Nation is the home to a highly creative group of Native American potters, aboriginal to the Carolinas.
Web Address: http://www.catawbaindiannation.com/index.php
Contact: Patricia Leach
Phone: (803) 366-4792 ext. 242
E-Mail: cinpatricialeach@yahoo.com
Location: 996 Avenue of the Nations, Rock Hill, SC 29730
Services: Volunteer recruitment, office assistant, small business mentor, Adult Education/Computer class coaches, lab monitors, clothing closet/food pantry assistant, landscaping, cultural center assistant. Internship opportunities include: (take out)Small Business Program Administrat, Network Advocate, Vocational Assistant, and Social Services. Students may also work with the Catawba Cultural Preservation Project (www.ccppcrafts.com.) CIN and CCPP are separate entities, however we both need volunteers!
Student Requirements: Volunteer must complete the form at this link.

Crossroads Charlotte
Purpose of Agency: Assist instructors teach English as a Second Language
Web Address: www.cpcc.edu/literacy
Contact: Molly Bonnett
Phone: (704) 330-4814 or (704) 258-6493
Fax: (704) 330-4821
E-Mail: molly.bonnett@cpcc.edu
Locations: These classes occur throughout the local Charlotte community
Services: Student volunteers will assist adult-students in learning English as a second language. Students widely range in their level of English proficiency.
Student Requirements: No background check required. A completed registration form as well as attending an orientation is required. Orientations are offered once or twice a month

Latin American Coalition
Purpose of Agency: The Latin American Coalition, Charlotte’s oldest and largest Hispanic service agency, is dedicated to serving Mecklenburg County’s 75,000 Hispanic families with the services that allow them to overcome language, economic, educational and cultural barriers while offering the wider community opportunities to learn about and connect with the Latino population.
Contact: Maria Del Pilar File-Muriel
Phone: (704) 531-3843
Fax: (704) 531-3850
E-Mail: filemuriel@latinamericancoalition.org  
Location: 4938 Central Ave,  Charlotte NC 28205
Services: Instructor’s aid, citizenship classes, voter registration coordinator, policy research assistant, research assistant, interviewer, ESL instructor, marketing and public relations coordinator, and much more! Please click here to view a complete listing. 
Student Requirements: Bilingual (Spanish –English) person helpful but not required.

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Low Income

Classroom Central
Purpose of Agency: Classroom Central is a free store for teachers who work in low-income schools in the Charlotte region. The mission is to equip students to effectively learn by collecting and distributing free school supplies. In the 2008-2009 school year, Classroom Central distributed approximately $4.45 million in free school supplies to more than 85,000 students in the Charlotte area.
Contact: Amy Berkowitz
Web Address: www.classroomcentral.org
Phone: (704) 377-1740 ext. 21
Fax: (704) 377-0355
E-Mail: amy@classroomcentral.org
Location: 2116 Wilkinson Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28208
Services Students will assist with store stocking, teacher shopping- customer service/check out/car loading, merchandising, die-cutting, warehouse donation sorting, and other projects.
Student Requirements: No background check required. An on-site orientation is given on the first day.

Crisis Assistance Ministries
Purpose of Agency: To provide emergency financial assistance to families and individuals facing a crisis such as eviction or utility disconnection. Many other programs offered by Crisis including the Home Essentials Program.
Web Address: www.crisisassistance.org  
Contact: Kristin Adkins, Volunteer & Events Manager; Julia Setzer (if interested in clothing sorting)
Phone: (704) 371-3001, Kristin: ext 114, Julia: ext 137
Fax: (704) 333-4310
E-Mail: kadkins@crisisassistance.org; jsetzer@crisisassistance.org
Location: 500-A Spratt Street, Charlotte, NC 28206
Services: Students can volunteer for the following: clerical assistance, clothing store assistant, clothing production assistant, furniture office assistant and furniture pick-up.
Student Requirements: No background check. There is a quick, on-site orientation.

Love in the Name of Christ (Love INC)
Purpose of Agency: Love INC exists to mobilize church volunteers to serve the poor, elderly and disabled in Mecklenburg County. We do that by serving as a Clearinghouse between church congregations and people in need. Love INC verifies the legitimacy of the requests we receive from social service agencies, hospitals, police departments, etc., and then links those requests to church volunteers willing to meet those needs.
Web Address: www.LoveINC-Charlotte.org
Contact:Pat Marcum
Phone: (704) 536-5588
E-Mail: pmarcum@loveinc-charlotte.org
Fax: (704) 536-5338
Location: Eastway Drive (In bdlg. # 1, behind the church. Church has no name because it is not occupied.)
Services: Students can work in the office, talking with clients on the phone, doing data entry or serving in various ways in office. They can also serve in the field in many ways. (See the services offered on our web site.)
Student Requirements: If they work with children or the elderly or disabled, we require a background check. We have an online source for background checks that charges $20. They can also get one at the local police station for less than that. We do require that an application be filled out and we will want to interview them in person, as well. 

Jackson Park Ministries
Purpose of Agency: To reach all individuals and people groups within our sphere of influence with the love and saving grace of Jesus Christ by meeting them at their point of need through various ministries of Jackson Park Ministries; having them come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ: and to become productive citizens of their communities, serving others as a disciple of Christ.
Web Address: www.jacksonpark.org
Contact: Donna Lamoureux
Phone: (704) 392-4981, ext. 225
Fax: (704) 391-7647
E-Mail: donnal@jacksonpark.org
Location: 5415 Airport Dr., Charlotte, NC 28208
Services: A variety of services are needed, including: sorting clothes and working with their store, tutoring children, and maintenance.
Student Requirements: A background check is required which takes about 2 weeks.

Loaves and Fishes
Purpose of Agency: To provide emergency food to people in crisis for a two to seven day period.
Web Address: www.loavesandfishes.org  
Contact: Valerie Crockett
Phone: (704) 523-4333
Fax: (704) 523-5901
E-Mail: Valerie@loavesandfishes.org  
Location: P.O. Box 11234, Charlotte, NC 28220 
Services: Students can work in the phone center, at different food pantries, with a delivery crew, work in the warehouse sorting food or help with special events.
Student Requirements: No background checks.

Matthews Help Center
Purpose of Agency: The mission of the Matthews HELP Center is to care for those in our community by providing programs and services that will meet life’s basic needs, and by connecting those in need with resources that improve quality of life.
Web Address: www.matthewshelpcenter.org.
Contact: Kim Rhodarmer
Phone: (704) 847-8383 ext 222
Fax: (704) 847-1621
E-Mail: kim@matthewshelpcenter.org
Location: 119 North Ames, Matthews, NC 28105
Services: Students can assist with store operations.
Student Requirements: Background check will be conducted. Application is available on the website, then click on Volunteer.

Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina
Purpose of Agency: Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina’s mission is to end hunger in 19 counties by distributing food to over 650 agencies, such as soup kitchens, emergency shelters, group homes, food pantries, and low income daycares.
Web Address: www.secondharvestcharlotte.org
Contact: Shay Merritt, Community Development Coordinator & Steve Cross
Phone:Shay:( 704) 375-9639 ext 29;  Steve: (704) 375 9639 ext 27
Fax: (704) 385-9639
E-Mail: smerritt@secondharvest.org; scross@secondharvest.org
Location: 550-B Spratt Street, Charlotte, NC 28206
Services: Food distribution, community education, Kid’s Café, special events for awareness and fundraising. This agency can take accounting students.
Student Requirements: No background checks required, close toed shoes!

The Center for Community Transitions
Purpose of Agency: To reintegrate offenders with their family and community, to help them find employment and support them with any issues that they encounter.
Web Address: www.ecocharlotte.org  
Contact: Kelly Perez
Phone: (704) 374.0762
Fax: (704) 374.1627
E-Mail: kperez@centerforcommunitytransitions.org
Location: 2226 North Davidson Street Charlotte, NC 28205 (between 25th and 26th Streets)
Services: Students are needed to do marketing, office assistance, event planning, graphic arts work and landscaping.
Student Requirements: This organization does not require background checks.

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Political

Generation Engage
Purpose of Agency: Generation Engage is a non- partisan, non- profit organization that empowers young adults to become leaders in their communities and active participants in our democracy.
Web Address: www.generationengage.org
Contact: Ayofemi Kirby
Phone: (704) 941-1528
E-Mail: charlotte@generationengage.org
Location: 500 East Morehead st. Suite 221, Charlotte, NC 28202
Services:  Our chapter connects young Charlotteans to local civic and political organizations and to the activities that can affect the issues they care about. 
Student Requirements: If the students are participating or volunteering for an event, they can email Charlotte@GenerationEngage.org and participate in monthly Ambassador meetings where local young adults plan how they will affect change.

Seniors

Adult Care and Share
Purpose of Agency: To provide a safe and healthy environment in which senior and disabled adults can experience social activities that are mentally and physically stimulating, and provide respite for caregivers, and a way to keep these family members at home.
Contact: Beth Sharpe
Phone: (704) 567-2700
Fax: (704) 567-0706 
Email: bgsharpe@bellsouth.net
Location: 6709 Idlewild Road, Charlotte, NC 28212
Services: Students can enjoy working with people, music, crafts, cooking, leading activities, gardening, decorating and organizing.
Student Requirements: No background checks

Lake Park Nursing and Rehab Center
Purpose of Agency: To provide healthcare and rehabilitation for the aging population.
Contact: Barbara Johnson
Phone: (704) 882-3420
Fax: (704) 882-6954
Location: 3315 Faith Church Road, Indian Trail, NC 28079
Services: Students can assist with various group activities.
Student Requirements: No background checks. It can take a few weeks to get an on-site orientation.

Sunrise Assisted Living
Purpose of Agency: To provide quality assisted care to seniors in a warm, home -like environment.
Web Address: www.sunriseseniorliving.com  
Contact: Emily Paxton, Activity & Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: (704) 366-2550
Fax: (704) 336-4041
E-Mail: eastover.AVC@sunriseseniorliving.com
Location: 3610 Randolph Road, Charlotte, NC 28211
Services: Participate in various activities with seniors and provide companionship.
Student Requirements: Must complete an application and provide references.

Weddington Assisted Living
Purpose of Agency: Assisted living community with a special combination of housing and supportive services for seniors who are unable to live alone, but do not need full time nursing care.
Contact: Joanne Boles
Phone: (704) 847-9477
Fax: (704) 814-9869
E-mail: jboles@brookdaleliving.com
Location: 2404 Plantation Center Drive, Matthews, NC 28105
Services: Various activities with elderly residents. Share a skill or hobby with the residents, such as playing an instrument or writing poetry.Assist the activity director on various outings that will enable the residents to shop or order food in a restaurant. Outdoor yard games like Bocco Ball, Putt-Putt, Horse Shoes,fishing trips, and vegetable gardening.
Student Requirements: Background check required. Students must pay for the background check and get it on their own from the county courthouse.

Jewish Family Services
Purpose of Agency: The mission of Jewish Family Services of Charlotte is to deliver appropriate, professional and confidential counseling and social service assistance based on the identified needs in the Jewish Community. When appropriate, Jewish Family Services also works collaboratively to meet the needs of people in the broader Charlotte area.
Web Address: www.jfscharlotte.org
Contact: Bea Gibbs, Senior Outreach Specialist
Phone: (704) 364-6594
Fax: (704) 364-6596
E-Mail: bgibbs@shalomcharlotte.org
Location: 5007 Providence Road~ Suite #105~ Charlotte, North Carolina 28226
Services: Programming for seniors residing in Assisted Living Facilities, Nursing Home and Independent Care Centers. We need accounting students and volunteers to help assist in planning nutritious and affordable meals for our residents.
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Veteran's Issues

Women's Issues

Girls on the Run of Charlotte
Purpose of Agency: Girls on the Run is a fun after-school character education program for 3-8 graders that uses the power of running to help prepare girls for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living. Through interactive activities such as running, playing games and discussing important issues, participants learn how to celebrate being girls
Web Address: www.gotrcharlotte.org
Contact: Jessica Otto, Program Coordinator
Phone: (704) 837-0088
Fax: (704) 337-2670
E-Mail: jotto@gotrcharlotte.org
Location: 120 Cottage Place, Charlotte, NC 28207 (various run sites across Charlotte-Mecklenburg)
Services: GOTR-C has quite a few volunteer opportunities ranging in time from 1 day to 12 weeks. We are happy to work with each individual to see what opportunities we have that will fit with their interests and our needs. Please tell us your abilities (Graphic Design, Marketing, Computer Skills, Public Speaking Skills, etc) and we will work as best as we can to integrate your talents.
-Head Coach- Women only (3 hours per week commitment)
-Assistant Coach (2-3 hour per week commitment)
-Office Assistance (time frame is flexible)
-Running Buddy (1 day commitment)
Student Requirements: Must attend a full day coach’s training. Background checks are required and takes 24 hrs.

Charlotte Community School for Girls
Purpose of Agency: At CCSG, we seek to prepare girls in the 5th-8th grades from low-income families for a rapidly changing world and encourage them to pursue higher education.  We seek to present a demanding environment for learning, while offering the attention to help girls succeed.
Web Address: www.charlottecommunityschool.org
Contact: Cathy Sheafor
Phone: 704-439-6740
E-Mail: cathy@charlottecommunityschool.org
Fax: 704-892-9207
Location: PO Box 32305, Charlotte NC 28232
Services: Teaching, tutoring, experience with children.
Student Requirements: Background checks are required.

Deaf and Hard of Hearing 

NC Division of Services for the Deaf & Hard Of Hearing, Charlotte Regional CenterDisability Rights and Resources
Purpose of Agency: To guard the civil rights of people with disabilities by empowering ourselves and others to live as we choose
Web Address: http://www.disability-rights.org/
Contact: Peggy Gwen
Phone: (704) 537-0550
Location: 5501 Executive Center Dr Suite 101   Charlotte, NC 28212
Services: Office work in a hearing disability setting
Student Requirements: Orientation, confidentiality form

Cotswold School Hearing Impaired Program
Purpose of Agency:   Cotswold is committed to giving the students education every child deserves
Web Address: http://pages.cms.k12.nc.us/cotswold/ 
Contact: Warrena Hankinson
Phone: (980) 343-6720
E-Mail: warrena.hankinson@cms.k12.nc.us
Location: 300 Greenrich Rd     Charlotte, NC 28211
Services: Help with Hearing Impaired classes and individual students
Student Requirements: Orientation, confidentiality form, also must register on their website as volunteer and receive clearance.

Union County Schools Deaf Program
Purpose of Agency: The mission of Union County Public Schools is to graduate responsible, contributing citizens who are culturally aware and prepared to meet global standards of competition; we will accomplish this in a cooperative effort with parents and community
Web Address: http://ec.ucps.k12.nc.us/whomtocall.php
Contact:Janie Webb or Ami Anderson
Phone: (704) 283-3792
E-Mail: janie.webb@ucps.k12.nc.us;  ami.anderson@ucps.k12.nc.us
Location: 407 N. Main St. Monroe, NC 28112

The Division of Services for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing 
Purpose of Agency :The Division of Services for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing serves individuals who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, Deaf-Blind, their families and their communities in North Carolina by enabling them to achieve equal access, effective communication and a better quality of life.
Web Adress: http://dsdhh.dhhs.state.nc.us/
Contact: Linda Linfors Regional Manager
Phone: (704) 568-8558
Fax: (704) 568-9615
Address: 5501 Executive Center Dr. #101 Charlotte, NC 28212
Email: linda.linfors@ncmail.net
Services: Answer phone and TTY during lunch hour for Office Assistant and during staff meetings. These duties will allow the volunteer to be exposed to customers and staff who use American Sign Language and/ or Hard of Hearing persons.
Student Requirements:  Knowledge of the ASL (American Sign Language) is helpful. Must meet with Regional Manager for interview before you can start volunteering.
Services: Answer phone and TTY during lunch hour for Office Assistant and during staff meetings. These duties will allow the volunteer to be exposed to customers and staff who use American Sign Language and/ or Hard of Hearing persons.

Gaston County Schools Deaf Program
Purpose of Agency: The mission of the Gaston County Schools' Department for Exceptional Children is to ensure that children and youth with disabilities develop educationally, socially, emotionally, and vocationally through the provision of a free, appropriate education and related services in the least restrictive environment.
Web Address: www.gaston.k12.nc.us
Contact: Sadie Broome  Executive Director of Programming
Phone: (704) 866-6173
Fax: (704) 866-6175
Location:943 Oscela St., P.O. Box 1397, Gastonia NC 28054
Dept. for Exceptional Children - 215 W. 3rd Ave., Gastonia NC 28052
Requirements: Obtain badge through Human Resources, background check, orientation.

Cabarrus County Schools Deaf Program
Purpose of Agency: The Mission of the Cabarrus County Schools' Exceptional Children's Program is to facilitate the successful participation of atypical learners in the mainstream of education; to provide a full range of program options to meet the diverse needs of exceptional children; to prepare each exceptional student to successfully transition into the adult world; to work collaboratively with regular education programs to promote the success of all "at risk" students and to help make the mainstream hospitable to an increasing range of student needs; and to promote acceptance and prizing of individual differences within our society
Website: www.ccsweb.cabarrus.k12.nc.us
Contact: Audry Scurfield  Deaf and Hard of Hearing Specialist
Phone: (704) 786- 6191 ext.111
Fax: (704) 786-6141
Location: 4401 Old Airport Road, Concord, N.C. 28025

NC School for the Deaf
Purpose of Agency: The Mission of the Office of Education Services is to provide quality, comprehensive, developmental, and educational opportunities for eligible students ages birth to 21 and their families so that students can develop the skills necessary to lead productive lives - vocationally, socially, and personally - resulting ultimately in the achievement of their highest potential for independent and successful lives.
Website: www.ncsd.net
Contact: Ruth Jones
Phone: (828) 432-5217
Fax: (828) 433-4044
Location: Main Building, 517 W. Fleming Dr, Morganton, NC 28655
Student Requirements: Student must be 18 years or older.

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Agencies Near the Cato Campus

ABLE Center
Purpose of Agency: Students are assisted with high school level studies.
Web Address: www.cpcc.edu/adult_high_school
Contact: Molly Bonnett
Phone: (704) 330-4855
Fax: (704) 330-4821
E-Mail: molly.bonnett@cpcc.edu
Location: Cato Campus 261
Services: Students will assist other students with basic studies, such as reading and math, at a high school level.
Student Requirements: No background check required. An orientation is required and is offered once or twice a month.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS)
Purpose of Agency: To provide quality educational experiences so that every child of school age acquires the knowledge and skills to enable him or her to be a successful student now and a productive citizen in the future.
Web Address: www.cms.k12.nc.us  
Contact: Phyllis Crouth 
Phone: (980) 343-6618
Fax: (980) 343-3991
E-Mail: phyllis.croutch@cms.k12.nc.us
Location: 701 East 2nd Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
Services: Students can tutor children, be a lunch buddy, act as a mentor, chaperone field trips, act as a Test Procter and /or organize college tours.
Student Requirements: CMS has updated its Volunteer Management System. All CMS volunteers will need to re-register into the new system. Go to the CMS Web site at www.cms.k12.nc.us and click the link on the right, under Quick Links called ‘Volunteering in CMS.’ Then on the left side, click the link called ‘Register to Volunteer.’

Lifespan Farm - Therapuetic Riding Center 
Purpose of Agency: Our goal in providing planned programs and activities on the Farm is that each participant will experience growth in the following ways: improve motor skills, increase confidence, enhance social relationships, educate about nature and animals, and expand recreational opportunities in a safe, fully accessible environment designed specifically for the disabled.
Web Address: http://www.lifespanservices.org/index.php/section/?cgi-bin=0&session_id=811102ba645398427b4a0820c0ac3077&id=19     
Contact: Jennifer Frey 
Phone: (704) 393-0333
E-Mail: jfrey@lifespanservices.org  
Location: 3701 Kidd Lane, Charlotte, NC  28216
Services: Students work on a farm and/or help with the programs offered.
Student Requirements:Volunteers must read and fill out volunteer packet. No background check required. http://www.lifespanservices.org/forms/VolPkt_August08.pdf

L.E.A.D. After School Care
Purpose of Agency: The L.E.A.D. (Learning, Empowerment, Achievement and Development) After School Care program exists to support students, parents, and the schools in helping children achieve academic excellence. With a focus on Math, Science, English and Reading, we create a relaxed, loving and trusting learning atmosphere where children grades 1-5 are supported both in their academic studies and personal interests
Web Address: www.mayfieldmemorial.com
Contact: Dr. Wanda H. Wherry, Program Director
Phone: 704-858-1969
Fax: 704-596-1204
E-mail: afterschool.mayfield@gmail.com
Location: 700 West Sugar Creek Road Charlotte, North Carolina 28213
Services: Tutors are responsible to help ensure a high level of program quality by establishing positive relationships with program participants, being positive role models, and assisting the Educational Specialist as front line implementers of the educational and enrichment content of the L.E.A.D. program. Tutors will assist with processing children in and out of the center, supervising homework completion, tutoring students with specific educational needs, assisting with supervision and cleanup of snack time, preparing learning areas for the next day, and performing other duties as assigned.
Student Requirements: A criminal background check is required. Takes about two business days. Students will complete a Volunteer Application and attend a 1 hour orientation. Tutors must love children, possess good verbal and written communication skills, have ability to maintain confidentiality and must work well with others.

Crossroads Charlotte 
Purpose of Agency: To teach adult parents the English language and show them how to navigate community and school resources so parents can become more involved in their child’s education.
Web Address: www.cpcc.edu/literacy  
Contact: Erin Turner, Molly Bonnett (Cato Campus)
Phone: (704) 330-4814
E-Mail: erin.turner@cpcc.edu; molly.bonnett@cpcc.edu
Locations: Starmount Pre-K, 1600 Brookdale Ave. Charlotte, NC 28210, Merry Oaks Elementary School, 3805 Draper Ave., Charlotte, NC 28205, Montclaire Elementary School, 5801 Farmbrook Dr. Charlotte, NC 28210, Refugee ESL, 1501 Eastcrest Dr, Apt 101, Charlotte, NC 28205
Services: Volunteers will assist adults in small groups or one-on-one to learn English.
Student Requirements: No background check required. A completed registration form as well as attending an orientation is required. Orientations are offered once or twice a month

Reedy Creek
Purpose of Agency: Reedy Creek Nature Center serves as the gateway to the 727 acre Reedy Creek Nature Preserve and is the source for environmental programs and information on the preserve’s natural communities, flora and fauna. The preserve protects the major tributaries of Reedy Creek, a natural heritage site, and areas of cultural significance including the ruins of the Robinson Rock house.
Web Address: Reedy Creek
Contact: Lori Saylor
Phone: (704) 336-5478
Fax: 704/319-9556
E-Mail: Lori.saylor@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov
Location: 2900 Rocky River Road, Charlotte, NC 28215
Services: There are many ways for students to get involved with Reedy Creek. Call for more details.
Student Requirements: Must complete a volunteer enrollment form and attend an orientation.

University City YMCA
Purpose of Agency: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.
Web Address: www.ymcacharlotte.org  
Contact:  Loretta Maguire
Phone: (704) 716-6742
Email: loretta.maguire@ymcacharlotte.org   
Fax: (704) 716-6702
Location: 8100 Old Mallard Creek Rd. Charlotte, NC 28262
Services: Students may participate in a variety of projects including: accounting, marketing, working with children’s programs and special events. 
Student Requirements: Students must complete an application, attend an orientation, and fill out a background check form. Background checks will only be submitted if student works with children.

Joseph W. Grier Academy 
Purpose: Working together to become and remain a school of excellence.
Web Address: www.cms.k12.nc.us  
Contact: Volunteer Coordinator
Phone: (980) 343-5671
Fax: (980) 343-5394
E-mail:
Location: 8330 Grier Rd. Charlotte, NC 28215
Services: Student tutors and volunteers will have the chance the tutor at the grade level of their choice. They can be reading buddies to students and (or) classes, tutor in another subject that they may help another student in and can also volunteer any other area of the school which are, but is not limited to: office area, library, cafeteria, bus-lot, nurse station etc.
Student Requirements:
CMS has updated its Volunteer Management System. All CMS volunteers will need to re-register into the new system. Go to the CMS Web site at www.cms.k12.nc.us and click the link on the right, under Quick Links called ‘Volunteering in CMS.’ Then on the left side, click the link called ‘Register to Volunteer.’

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Agencies Near the Levine Campus

Lake Park Nursing and Rehab Center
Purpose of Agency: To provide healthcare and rehabilitation for the aging population.
Contact: Barbara Johnson
Phone: (704)882-3420
Fax: (704)882-6954
Location: 3315 Faith Church Road, Indian Trail, NC 28079
Services: Students can assist with various group activities.
Student Requirements: No background checks. It can take a few weeks to get an on-site orientation.

Matthews Elementary School
Purpose of Agency: To ensure that no child is left behind.
Web Address: www.cms.k12.nc.us  
Contact: Betsy Redder
Phone: (980) 343-3940
Fax: (980) 343-3944
E-Mail: e.redder@cms.k12.nc.us
Location: 200 McDowell Avenue, Matthews, NC 28105
Services: Tutoring, working with small groups, and clerical activities.
Student Requirements: CMS has updated its Volunteer Management System. All CMS volunteers will need to re-register into the new system. Go to the CMS Web site at www.cms.k12.nc.us and click the link on the right, under Quick Links called ‘Volunteering in CMS.’ Then on the left side, click the link called ‘Register to Volunteer.’

Matthews Help Center
Purpose of Agency: The mission of the Matthews HELP Center is to care for those in our community by providing programs and services that will meet life’s basic needs, and by connecting those in need with resources that improve quality of life.
Web Address:www.matthewshelpcenter.org.
Contact: Kim Rhodarmer
Phone: (704) 847-8383 ext 222
Fax: (704) 847-1621
E-Mail: kim@matthewshelpcenter.org
Location: 119 North Ames, Matthews, NC 28105
Services: Students can assist with store operations.
Student Requirements: Background check will be conducted. Application is available on the website, then click on Volunteer.

Weddington Assisted Living
Purpose of Agency: Assisted living community with a special combination of housing and supportive services for seniors who are unable to live alone, but do not need full time nursing care.
Contact: Joanne Boles
Phone: (704) 847-9477
Fax: (704) 814-9869
E-mail: jboles@brookdaleliving.com
Location: 2404 Plantation Center Drive, Matthews, NC 28105
Services: Various activities with elderly residents. Share a skill or hobby with the residents, such as playing an instrument or writing poetry.Assist the activity director on various outings that will enable the residents to shop or order food in a restaurant. Outdoor yard games like Bocco Ball, Putt-Putt, Horse Shoes,fishing trips, and vegetable gardening.
Student Requirements: Background check required. Students must pay for background check and get it on their own from the county courthouse.

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Agencies Near the North Campus

Ada Jenkins Center
Purpose of Agency: To improve the quality of life for the residents of our communities through the integrated delivery of health, education and human services.
Web Address: www.adajenkins.org  
Contact: Bilingual: Barbara Najenson, English only: Melissa Simpson
Phone: (704) 896-0471, (Barbara- ext.105 or Melissa- ext.125)
Fax: 704/896-0497
E-Mail: barbara.najenson@adajenkins.org; melissa.simpson @adajenkins.org
Location: 212 Gamble Street, Davidson, NC 28036
Services: Students tutor children during an after school program while teaching them about social interactions and world culture.
LATINO SUPPORT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES-We are looking for bilingual (English/Spanish) student volunteers to fill a variety of positions: Teacher of a basic computer training class taught in Spanish (2 hours/week for 8 weeks; flexible with your schedule); Translators for Crisis Assistance Ministry ( Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9-1); Translators for Loaves and Fishes Pantry (Monday, 12:30-3:30; Wednesdays 12:30-3:30; Fridays 9:30-12:30); Assistant in developing and compiling contacts with key organizations in the area who offer bilingual services; Latino Support Desk worker (Monday-Friday, 3:30-5:00)
Student Requirements: No background check is required. Students must be 18 years of age to work in the after school program and willing to work 2 afternoons during the week. Orientations are given on a monthly basis. Contact Melissa Simpson about the date and time.

Carolina Raptor Center
Purpose of Agency: Carolina Raptor Center is dedicated to environmental education and the conservation of birds of prey through public education, the rehabilitation of injured and orphaned raptors, and research.
Web Address: www.carolinaraptorcenter.org 
Contact: Karen Carter
Phone: (704) 875-6521 ext. 128
E-Mail: volunteer@carolinaraptorcenter.org 
Fax: (704) 875-8814
Location: 6000 Sample Rd., Huntersville, NC 28078
Services: Volunteers that can only commit to a certain amount of time, not ongoing time, can do various grounds/maintenance, administrative, and special projects. CRC is located on 57 acres in a nature preserve, with many cages, and something is always needed to be fixed, trimmed, weeded, hacked back, etc. Also CRC needs people who are handy with power tools and can help fix/make perches, do general cage repair, etc. Please go to the website for more information about the regular volunteer program.
Student Requirements: A volunteer application needs to be completed. It can be found on the Website. Please contact Karen Carter to discuss your interests and course requirements.

Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
Purpose of Agency: To provide quality educational experiences so that every child of school age acquires the knowledge and skills to enable him or her to be a successful student now and a productive citizen in the future.
Web Address: www.cms.k12.nc.us  
Contact: Phyllis Crouth 
Phone: (980) 343-6618
Fax: (980) 343-3991
E-Mail: phyllis.croutch@cms.k12.nc.us
Location: 701 East 2nd Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
Services: Students can tutor children, be a lunch buddy, act as a mentor, chaperone field trips, act as a Test Procter, and /or organize college tours.
Student Requirements: CMS has updated its Volunteer Management System. All CMS volunteers will need to re-register into the new system. Go to the CMS Web site at www.cms.k12.nc.us and click the link on the right, under Quick Links called ‘Volunteering in CMS.’ Then on the left side, click the link called ‘Register to Volunteer.’

Hind’s Feet Farm
Purpose of Agency: To provide a robust and meaningful experience for our members in our Day Program and to build and provide a long term family care home. This is a program for people living with brain injuries perusing health and wellness in their recovery post injury.
Web Address: www.HindsFeetFarm.org
Contact: Martin Foil & Will DeGrauw
Phone: (704) 992-1424
Fax: (704) 992-1423
E-Mail: mfoil@hindsfeetfarm.org; wdegrauw@hindsfeetfarm.org
Location: 14625 Black Farms Road, Huntersville, NC 28078
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2842, Huntersville, NC 28070
Services: Numerous opportunities available please contact our office for availability.
Student Requirements: Compassion, Empathy, willingness to listen, and background checks only required for volunteers who may be working with members on a one-on-one basis.

Catawba Valley Scottish Society
Purpose of Agency: Restoration, preservation, conservation, interpretation and maintenance of the properties of Rural Hill Farm known to be the historic property and home of John Davidson and his offspring and operate a living history farm on the site.
Web Address: www.ruralhill.net
Contact: Edward W. McLean or Tim Lindler
Phone: (704) 875-3113
Fax: (704) 875-3193
E-Mail: dyd-vol@earthlink.net; tim@ruralhill.net
Location: 4431 Neck Road Huntersville, NC 28078
Services: Students can help with the events that take on the farm & also historic preservation. Help with the Amazing-Maize Maze , and educating others about Rural Hill.
Student Requirements: Students do not have to fill out an application or take a background check.

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Agencies Near the Harris Campus

BOLD Kids Afterschool Program
Purpose of Agency: This is an afterschool program intended to provide safe and drug free environments for children after school. We serve children that perform below the reading and math level for state standards. Our purpose is to improve children’s academic performance while providing program and outreach to their parents.
Contact: Carolyn Spellman
Phone: (704) 587-9339
Fax: (704) 587-3950
E-Mail: boldkids@boldchurh.org
Location: 2425-C Westinghouse Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28273
Services: Students will mentor and tutor elementary school children.
Student Requirements:  Background checks required and takes around 5 days.


Charlotte Mecklenburg Animal Care and Control
Purpose of Agency: Pick up and house stray/lost pets; pet adoption; pick up and destroy dangerous animals.
Web Address: www.charmeck.org/departments/animal+control
Contact: Linda Hagemann
Phone: (704) 336-6694
E-Mail: lhagemann@cmpd.org
Location: 8315 Byrum Drive, Charlotte, NC 28217
Services: Students help with grooming and exercising animals, clinics on rabies, spaying and neutering; cleaning, and being an information specialist. Student Requirements: No background check for semester basis but students wanting long-term commitment must complete a background check. It takes 3-4 weeks (police background check and reference check). Must be able to volunteer on Saturdays and be 18 years old.

Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
Purpose of Agency: To provide quality educational experiences so that every child of school age acquires the knowledge and skills to enable him or her to be a successful student now and a productive citizen in the future.
Web Address: www.cms.k12.nc.us  
Contact: Phyllis Crouth 
Phone: (980) 343-6245
Fax: (980) 343-3991
E-Mail: phyllis.croutch@cms.k12.nc.us
Location: 701 East 2nd Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
Services: Students can tutor children, be a lunch buddy, act as a mentor, chaperone field trips, act as a Test Procter and /or organize college tours.
Student Requirements: CMS has updated its Volunteer Management System. All CMS volunteers will need to re-register into the new system. Go to the CMS Web site at www.cms.k12.nc.us and click the link on the right, under Quick Links called ‘Volunteering in CMS.’ Then on the left side, click the link called ‘Register to Volunteer.’

Classroom Central
Purpose of Agency: To serve the educational and creative needs of children in the greater Charlotte area by providing a unique means to transfer donated merchandise from businesses and individuals free to teachers for use in their classrooms.
Contact: Taryn Rimland
Web Address: www.classroomcentral.org  
Phone: (704) 377-1740 ext. 21
Fax: (704) 377-0355
E-Mail: taryn@classroomcentral.org
2116 Wilkinson Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28208
Services: Store assistance and clerks  - duties include: merchandising, customer service, sorting donations, and stocking shelves.
Student Requirements: No background check required. An on-site orientation is given on the first day.

Goodwill Industries
Purpose of Agency: Goodwill believes that all people in our region have the opportunity to develop their fullest potential through the power of work.
Web Address: www.goodwillsp.org 
Contact: Sharee Carter
Phone: (704) 332-0384 ext 3127
E-Mail: sharee.carter@goodwillsp.org
Fax: (704) 371-3919
Location: 2122 Freedom Dr, Charlotte, NC
Services: Students must have an interest and possess motivation to assist providing, teaching, and enhancing life skills, occupational and vocational learning program. Focus areas include: customer Service, Life Skills, Supported Employment, Arts and Recreation, Horticulture, Health and Wellness, Hospitality Call Center, and Construction.
Student Requirements: Students must complete and online application by clicking here. Background checks are required and usually take 3 days. An orientation is also required before service can start.

Jackson Park Ministries
Purpose of Agency: To reach all individuals and people groups within our sphere of influence with the love and saving grace of Jesus Christ by meeting them at their point of need through various ministries of Jackson Park Ministries; having them come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ: and to become productive citizens of their communities, serving others as a disciple of Christ.
Web Address: www.jacksonpark.org
Contact: Donna Lamoureux
Phone: (704) 392-4981, ext. 225
Fax: (704) 391-7647
E-Mail: donnal@jacksonpark.org
Location: 5415 Airport Dr., Charlotte, NC 28208
Services: A variety of services are needed, including: sorting clothes and working with their store, tutoring children, and maintenance.
Student Requirements: A backrgound check is required which takes about 2 weeks.Location:

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Agencies Near the Harper Campus

Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools
Purpose of Agency: To provide quality educational experiences so that every child of school age acquires the knowledge and skills to enable him or her to be a successful student now and a productive citizen in the future.
Web Address: www.cms.k12.nc.us  
Contact: Phyllis Crouth
Phone: (980) 343-6618
Fax: (980) 343-3991
E-Mail: phyllis.croutch@cms.k12.nc.us
Location: 701 East 2nd Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
Services: Students can tutor children, be a lunch buddy, act as a mentor, chaperone field trips, act as a Test Procter and /or organize college tours.
Student Requirements: CMS has updated its Volunteer Management System. All CMS volunteers will need to re-register into the new system. Go to the CMS Web site at www.cms.k12.nc.us and click the link on the right, under Quick Links called ‘Volunteering in CMS.’ Then on the left side, click the link called ‘Register to Volunteer.’

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