I did some volunteer work with the Urban Ministry Center's Community Works 945 project earlier this…read moreyear, and it was an amazing place. The 945 Project combines efforts from artists and activists within our community with the talents of local homeless for various projects to beautify our community and to help the local homeless move towards employment and self-sufficiency. I did a little tutoring for folks studying for the GED exam as well as helping people with resumes, and it was a fulfilling experience. The environment around the 945 building is amazing. There's all this art all over the place, and people kind of wander in and out to work on their projects and talk about what's going on in their lives. It was a really healing, healthy place to hang out, and I met a lot of interesting people. If you're public-service inclined and looking for a place to do some volunteer work, I'd recommend checking out the Urban Ministry Center. They are pretty creative about putting people's skills to work, so you might be surprised at how they can use your talents.

It is so nice what they are doing here. It is a place that the less fortunate can go to for food…read more They can also do their laundry there. There are arts and crafts and it turns out a lot of the neighbors there can make some nice art! They can also sell it at the fairs they have too which is awesome. It's always good to give out a helping hand.

I recently started volunteering at Nourish Up, helping out with the prepared meals that are…read moredelivered M-F for meal plan recipients. You can also volunteer to be a delivery driver, work in the food bank sorting food, assist people with their shopping, etc. The website shows all of the volunteer opportunities available. The facility is really clean and organized. If you're looking for ways to volunteer in the community, please consider Nourish Up.

Give back! They always need volunteers, especially during their big drives. Consider volunteering…read morea couple of hours with a few friends!

This is a great organization and I love what they are doing for so many teachers to have the…read moresupplies they need for their classroom! Today was my first time volunteering with them stocking the store and it was an awesome experience!! I will be back and hopefully be able to coordinate a group from my workplace to volunteer with me in the near future. If you are looking for a place to serve in the community, I highly recommend Classroom Central!

I had the pleasure of volunteering here earlier this week and had a great time. I went with about…read more10 of my coworkers, and we all had different "jobs" to do from helping with check out to running the stamps to cut out shapes for bulletin boards. What Classroom Central does, is provide free school supplies for teachers in underprivileged school districts. They cover about 7 districts from Union to Mecklenburg to even one in SC. They have everything set up for teachers to "shop" the store. They get a certain quantity of each item and can pick up to 25 different items. These items range from book bags, to one subject notebooks, to markers, pens, pencils, and crayons. All the items are donated and Classroom Central doesn't receive money from the state. Risa is in charge of the volunteers who work there, and she is a gem. She's very patient with people like me who ask a lot of obvious questions, and I can tell she appreciates everyone who comes in. If you ever have the chance to volunteer, please do so. They have a sign up online, and normally go in 4 hour shifts. Mine was 1:30-5.

This is our go-to place for accepted donations from our Estate clean-outs. I know a lot of people…read moreand surrounding community are disappointed at how expensive many of Habitat of Humanity items are but I am always quick to remind them where the money goes. It would be different if they were selling items just for profit only but they do a lot of good things for people who need housing and assistance. Don't hesitate to give to HFH so it can go back into the community. Goodwill is a for profit donation business. Please do not compare them.

I know the money made here goes to a good cause, but the prices here are ridiculously high for used…read moremerchandise that was given to them. Yes you are helping the community for low income people to purchase a home, but low income people cannot afford these prices if they need things to fill these homes. I heard a worker tell a customer today that they put a lot of stuff on sale because it wasn't moving. Well put affordable prices on this used merchandise so maybe someone who cannot afford new, can furnish their home. You along with other used stores are forgetting why these types of stores were started. To help the less fortunate who's income does not allow them to buy new And hopefully keep things out of the landfill. It was a win-win, but now it seems greed had taken over.

It took one visit to this church with my family and we knew Grace City Church was our new church…read morehome. Pastor Dan and First Lady Kijifa Smith are authentic, wonderful, blessed, and bible based Christian worshiping people who are welcoming the community young and old. I enjoy you can come as you are or give God your best and you are not judged, but welcomed with open arms. This church has a mixed loving congregation so we felt right at home. I highly recommend this church! Feel free to visit in person or online.

Had the pleasure of visiting this location while volunteering with a couple of friends and cooking…read morebrunch for the families. Such a grand but homey house. All the employees were super welcoming and pleasant. 3 story house with plenty of rooms with private bathrooms, which is a huge plus for the families needing to stay here. They do offer shuttles to get you to and from the hospital. They have a huge family room, with crafts, games, and huge tvs for the families to be able to unwind. They have a library with plenty of puzzles and books to choose from. They have a laundry facility as well as a communal kitchen. Such a great visit, albeit a bit emotional just thinking of the reasons why families stay here but nonetheless, everything and everyone is bright and cheery!

A jewel in Charlotte's crown, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Charlotte is a critically…read morevital organization that assists families while they deal with a child's injury or illness. Ronald McDonald House enables families to remain as close as possible to their children when they need it most by giving the gift of togetherness.

My family and I had the privilege to help out this year with this organization. I'm always very…read morecautious when it comes to donating around the holidays for fear that some are not who they say they are or truly aren't there for the children. I was pleased to see that Carolina Christmas Angel's is the real deal. Great experience!!!

The care and service provided was excellent. Children was blessed with many gift. Greatful grandma…read more Thank you

This bright free pantry is located next to a parking lot that serves Revolution Park. It is a…read morebright white with green trim and stands on a single reinforced white post. The single door is secured with a catch. Inside, two shelves. Today, those shelves were empty except for two children's books. I need to buy a box of canned goods from ALDI next time so that I have stuff to put into these neighborhood food banks. This Blessing Box is not on the Little Free Pantry database map so I don't know who sponsors it - the Greater Mount Sinai Baptist Church is nearby, maybe it's them? [Review 39 of 2025 - 4022 in North Carolina - 23610 overall]

Great help also love giving back as well .................................................... I…read moredon't know anything about this stuff here.