POWER OF GIVING Volunteer Fair Digital Guide
Duke Energy is partnering with SHARE Charlotte to host this event and help our employees to find engagement and volunteer opportunities.
SHARE Charlotte is an online platform designed to make it easy to find and support local nonprofits through sharecharlotte.org. They have over 740 nonprofits on their site that serve Mecklenburg County!
BEDS FOR KIDS
Beds for Kids delivers beds and furniture to families in need. Volunteer, donate, or host a drive to help turn houses into homes.
EVENTS:
We’re planning 2025 events, with details currently being finalized and confirmed.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
Welcoming volunteer events are available all throughout the year.
BOARD POSITIONS:
No opportunities available right now please check back soon!
CONTACT: Rachel Grotheer, volunteers@bedsforkids.org
CAROLINA RAPTOR CENTER
The Carolina Raptor Center inspires passion for raptors and responsibility for nature through rehabilitation, education, and conservation efforts.
EVENTS:
Join us at Carolina Raptor Center for the exciting Birds & Brews event!
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
Welcoming volunteer events are available all throughout the year.
BOARD POSITIONS:
No opportunities available right now please check back soon!
CONTACT: Rachel Dupree, rdupree@carolinaraptorcenter.org
CHARLOTTE BILINGUAL PRESCHOOL
Charlotte Bilingual Preschool prepares Spanish-speaking children for school and life success through innovative, dual-language early education in partnership with families.
EVENTS: We offer community events and volunteer opportunities throughout the year.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
Welcoming volunteer events are available all throughout the year.
BOARD POSITIONS:
No opportunities available right now please check back soon!
CONTACT: Sara Orr, sara.orr@bilingualpreschool.org
CHARLOTTE TOOLBANK
Charlotte ToolBank fills a critical nonprofit need by offering affordable access to tools and event equipment for community organizations and service projects.
EVENTS:
To be determined: our upcoming move and community tool sale event
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
Weekday group volunteer opportunities are always warmly welcomed.
BOARD POSITIONS: No opportunities available right now please check back soon!
CONTACT: Maureen Krueger, maureen.krueger@toolbank.org
DIGI-BRIDGE
Digi-Bridge fosters STEAM learning, ensuring students from underrepresented communities gain access, opportunities, and skills to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.
EVENTS:
Community STEAM Kit Build event is planned to engage and inspire participants.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
Groups of all sizes welcome for hands-on STEAM volunteer experiences.
BOARD POSITIONS:
No opportunities available right now please check back soon!
CONTACT: Kaity Scruggs, kaity@digi-bridge.com
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF THE CHARLOTTE REGION
Habitat Charlotte Region builds strength, stability, and self-reliance through home construction, repairs, financial literacy, and revitalization to ensure decent housing for all.
EVENTS: Gaston Gala, Homegrown Luncheon, Women’s Build, and Operation Playhouse are impactful community and fundraising events
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Construction and ReStore volunteer opportunities available year-round.
BOARD POSITIONS: No opportunities available right now please check back soon!
CONTACT: Rachel Hurst, rhurst@habitatcltregion.org
LIONS SERVICES, INC.
We provide jobs for individuals who are blind or have low vision, along with assistive technology training and health equity programs.
EVENTS:
Braille Trail Walk, White Cane Awareness Day, Breakfast in the Dark, and Trail Project events.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
Volunteers are needed to assist the Lions Services Low Vision Bowling Team.
BOARD POSITIONS:
No opportunities available right now please check back soon!
CONTACT: Agatha Bisbikis, agathab@lionsservices.org
PROJECT OUTPOUR
Project Outpour offers free mobile showers and hygiene services to individuals experiencing homelessness, restoring dignity and supporting their journey toward stability.
EVENTS:
Neighbors’ Harvest, Strides for Shelter 5K, and Giving Tuesday warmly support housing and community programs.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
Join us to welcome guests and help maintain clean shower spaces.
BOARD POSITIONS:
Seeking volunteer board support in marketing, accounting, and management.
CONTACT: MaShonna Hughes, hello@projectoutpour.org
REBUILDING TOGETHER OF GREATER CHARLOTTE
Rebuilding Together Greater Charlotte repairs homes, revitalizes communities, and rebuilds lives by providing essential home repairs and accessibility modifications to neighbors in need.
EVENTS:
We’re planning 2025 events, with details currently being finalized and confirmed.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
Seeking regular volunteers for impactful home repairs and maintenance tasks.
BOARD POSITIONS:
Seeking a general board member to join our team.
CONTACT: Tela DuRant, volunteer@rebuildingtogetherclt.org
SHE BUILT THIS CITY
She Built This City inspires youth, women, and marginalized communities to enter skilled trades through hands-on training and community-driven workforce programs.
EVENTS:
Summer Youth Programming prep and Sleep in Heavenly Peace bed builds happening regularly.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
Welcoming volunteer events are available all throughout the year.
BOARD POSITIONS:
Seeking volunteers with legal and technology expertise.
CONTACT: Kim Lindstrom, kim.lindstrom@shebuiltthiscity.org
SUPPORTIVE HOUSING COMMUNITIES
SHC is a Charlotte nonprofit working for 30 years to end homelessness and suffering through permanent, supportive, and affordable housing solutions.
EVENTS:
Our annual Neighbor of the Year event will take place at year-end, celebrating community impact.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
Joyfully helping with meals, parties, cleaning, and yard work.
BOARD POSITIONS:
Seeking members for Young Professionals Board, Fundraising, and Engagement Committees.
CONTACT: Leslie Leitner, leslie@aplacetoliveagain.org
TAILS OF THE UNWANTED
We rescue dogs and cats from shelters or owners, place them in foster care, and adopt to families in Charlotte-area NC and SC counties.
EVENTS:
We warmly welcome foster volunteers to help provide loving temporary homes for animals.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
We need fosters to help animals become familyready companions.
BOARD POSITIONS:
Seeking general backend and administrative help for the rescue.
CONTACT: Tori Frizzell, Info@totuanimalrescue.org
THE PARK COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
The Park CDC creates sustainable change in marginalized communities by investing in solutions that support affordable housing, healthy living, and economic mobility.
EVENTS:
No opportunities available right now—please check back soon!
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
Sunset Farm and Cooking Matters volunteers support gardening and nutrition education programs.
BOARD POSITIONS:
Seeking Development Committee member to assist with fundraising and outreach.
CONTACT: Havona LeSane, volunteer@theparkcdc.org
UNITED WAY OF GREATER CHARLOTTE
United Way of Greater Charlotte creates innovative solutions to urgent regional challenges by partnering closely with neighborhoods and grassroots nonprofit organizations.
EVENTS:
Join us in September at Truist Ballpark for brunch, connection, and inspiring conversations.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
Join us this September for meaningful volunteer opportunities in Huntington Green.
BOARD POSITIONS:
No opportunities available right now please check back soon!
CONTACT: Dazia Miller, dmiller@unitedwaygreaterclt.org
WING HAVEN
Wing Haven’s three public gardens in Charlotte offer a sanctuary for people and wildlife, with tours, events, and educational programs inspiring all ages.
EVENTS:
The Gardener’s Garden Tour (April 2026) and volunteer workdays offer engaging team activities.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
Love connecting participants with meaningful volunteer opportunities at Wing Haven.
BOARD POSITIONS:
Seeking help in Engineering, Technology, and Finance to improve efficiencies.
CONTACT: Melinda Lilly, melinda@pflagcharlotte.org
