Looking for community service opportunities on SHARE? Here's how to find them quickly:
- Select "who" you would like to help. In the example above we've selected "Kids." (Tip: you can select multiple categories at the same time to search the entire Collection of Good for opportunities!)
- Select the type of community service you're looking for (either student or court-ordered).
- Click "Update"
Volunteering doesn’t need to be overwhelming, scary or difficult. You just need to start. Answer these four questions and you'll be ready to go.
1. Who would you like to help?
There are hundreds of nonprofits in Charlotte helping a variety of people and causes. First, decide “who” you'd like to help. You can focus on kids, animals, the environment, seniors, the military, or any group or cause that’s meaningful to you. Pick the “who” first and that will help narrow your search.
2. How much time do you have?
Volunteering can happen even when you’re crazy busy! Check out this quick opportunity to do good:
Nonprofit: Alexander Youth Network's Birthday Brigade
When: Date and time are flexible, the commitment is 2 hours
Where: Thermal Road Campus, 6220 Thermal Road Charlotte, NC 28211
Who: Great for small or large groups
We had fun with this post about Let Me Run, and it looks like you did too! Here's the Readers' Favorite from February:
“For everyone of us that succeeds, it’s because there’s somebody there to show you the way.” ~ Oprah Winfrey
If you’re the parent of a boy, or there’s a boy in your life you absolutely adore, then Ashley Armistead’s words will ring true. Let Me Run
Senior citizens in Mecklenburg County face a number of challenges, including access to transportation and caregiving support. An assessment recently completed by UNC Charlotte Urban Institute for the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Council on Aging recommended a county-wide aging plan and more collaboration as ways to improve services to the elderly.
Volunteering can happen even when you’re crazy busy! Check out this quick opportunity to do good:
Nonprofit: Samaritan House (opportunity coordinated by J. Divine Group)
When: March 28th, 12-2pm
Where: Samaritan House, 611 Fortune Street Charlotte, NC 28205
Who: Great for groups or individuals
We had fun with this post about BRAKES, and it looks like you did too! Here's our Readers' Favorite from January:
Baseball is like driving, it’s the one who gets home safely that counts. ~Tommy Lasorda
As my son approaches his teens, I’ve started worrying about the prospect of him behind a steering wheel. I have a few years before that becomes a reality, but I can’t help but think about the fact that every year more than 5,000 teens lose their lives in traffic accidents.
The ice outside may not show it, but the calendar says warmer weather is on its way. That means 5K races are in the works. Here are 3 good reasons to lace up to participate - as a volunteer.
- It gives you something to look forward to. Put a big "X" on your calendar to remind yourself that spring really will be here soon.
- You can support a friend or family member who is running by being there and helping out with the event.
For our nonprofit partners - have you heard about these upcoming events & opportunities?
- Nonprofit Residency at Hygge Sponsored by Next Stage Consulting
