What We Do
The Relatives is a system of resources that helps children and youth find shelter and support. Our Youth Crisis Center, On Ramp Resource Center and Housing programs keep kids safe and families together.
The Relatives serves as the Safe Place agency for Mecklenburg County and the surrounding area, partnering with local businesses to ensure young people in need have access to immediate help and supportive resources.
IMPACT OF COVID-19 - SPECIFIC NEEDS:
How You Can Help:
Over these next few critical weeks, would you consider helping us by donating or purchasing item(s) from our Wish List, the links are provided below:
Donations:
- Through our website (https://therelatives.org/donate/)
- Taking part in our FB fundraising campaign and challenging your friends to join in:
https://www.facebook.com/donate/576914913226673/
Wishlist Items:
- Gift cards listed there - Costco, BJs, Target, Walmart, etc. to shop for supplies
https://therelatives.org/make-a-difference/needs-list/
- Cleaning supplies & DIY masks to distribute to our youth and young adults will be an
ongoing need.
Interesting Info
Give Shop® Wish List
Volunteer Opportunities
| Drop off a meal/ Have a meal delivered |
Repeats every day until Mon Aug 31 2020. Monday, July 13, 2020 (All day) |
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| Make snack packs with a note of encouragement |
Repeats every day until Mon Aug 31 2020. Monday, July 13, 2020 (All day) |
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| Hosting a Virtual Life Skills Workshop |
Repeats every day on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday until Fri Jul 31 2020. Monday, July 13, 2020 - 12:00pm |
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| Breakfast With The Relatives 2020 - Set Up | Tuesday, October 13, 2020 - 12:00pm | Read more » |
Upcoming Events
| The Relatives' Volunteer Orientation - Virtual |
July 15, 2020 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm |
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| The Relatives' Volunteer Orientation - Virtual |
August 19, 2020 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm |
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| The Relatives' Volunteer Orientation |
September 16, 2020 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm |
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| The Relatives' Volunteer Orientation |
October 21, 2020 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm |
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| The Relatives' Volunteer Orientation |
November 18, 2020 - 6:00pm to 7:00pm |
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