Do Good Week - Digital Guide 2026-F

About Do Good Week

SHARE Charlotte’s 10th annual Do Good Week (April 20–24), powered by Honeywell, is Charlotte’s local celebration of National Volunteer Week.

This week brings our community together to Do Good locally— volunteering time and talent in support of hundreds of local causes and organizations across the region.

After a record-breaking year in 2025 with 5,438+ volunteer applications, SHARE Charlotte is declaring 2026 the Year of the Volunteer—and inviting everyone to be part of the good.

Why Volunteering Matters

• It strengthens local nonprofits. One hour of volunteer time is valued at $34.79, providing critical support many organizations couldn’t otherwise afford.

• It benefits your well-being.

Regular volunteers report lower stress and improved mental health, with research linking volunteering to reduced rates of depression.

• It creates ripple effects of GOOD. Good is contagious! One act of kindness can inspire friends, family, and coworkers to get involved too.

How You Can Get Involved

The following pages highlight opportunities to make an impact this spring and summer - with nonprofits sharing their biggest needs right now.

And remember: you can always find hundreds more year-round opportunities at sharecharlotte.org.

Thank you, Honeywell, for powering our 2026 Do Good Week!

We’re thankful for how your Futureshapers serve our community.

In November, Honeywell team members came together to feed our unhoused neighbors - packing 600 lunch bags for Roof Above and 200 snack kits for Hearts for the Invisible Charlotte Coalition.

ARTS, CULTURE AND HUMANITIES

Barre Belle

Barre Belle empowers youth in underserved communities by providing tuitionfree ballet and creative movement classes at community centers and afterschool programs within their own neighborhood, fostering confidence, discipline and a life long love of movement.

GET INVOLVED:

Board Member: Serving on the Barre Belle Board helps expand access to tuition-free ballet and creative movement classes for children in underserved communities.

Charlotte Museum of History

We save and share the history of Charlotte to include the stories of all.

GET INVOLVED:

Field Trip Helpers: Volunteers play a meaningful role in bringing hands-on learning to life for K–12 students across Mecklenburg County.

Charlotte Center for the Arts

Charlotte Center for the Arts creates accessible and affordable spaces for performance, exhibition, and arts education, breaking down barriers for artists and audiences while building a vibrant, collaborative arts community in South Charlotte.

GET INVOLVED:

Arts Center Volunteer: From event support to outreach and planning, volunteers help bring Charlotte Center for the Arts’ vision for a vibrant creative space to life.

The Lotus Project

To build community and inspire change through accessible and inclusive theatre experiences, by using the arts to teach empowerment, conflict resolution, and community advocacy.

GET INVOLVED:

Volunteer Usher: Volunteer ushers help create a welcoming experience by guiding guests, assisting with seating, and supporting smooth event flow.

CHILDREN & YOUTH

Learning Help Centers of Charlotte

We provide scholastic, social, and spiritual support to and empower our neighbors.

GET INVOLVED:

Youth Mentors: Mentors partner with families to guide students from 8th grade through high school, helping them plan for success and navigate next steps.

Anderson Outreach

Anderson Outreach exists to serve and become a safety net for forgotten youth with mental health diagnosis who reside in treatment facilities without family or parents.

GET INVOLVED:

Joy Makers: Joy Makers prepare thoughtful gifts and essential items to support youth transitioning through foster care, group homes, and treatment programs.

Hugaroo, Inc.

We provide new stuffed animals to children who have experienced a life-threatening illness, traumatic event or are at risk.

GET INVOLVED:

Hug Volunteer: Volunteers help prepare and package stuffed animals, ensuring each one is ready to bring comfort and joy to a child in need.

HopeKids NC

HopeKids provides ongoing events, activities, and a powerful, unique support community for families who have a child with cancer or some other life-threatening medical condition.

GET INVOLVED:

Golf Tournament Volunteer (August 10): Support a meaningful day on the course by helping with event logistics for a tournament benefiting families facing serious childhood illness.

Charlotte Choir School

Our mission is to enrich and strengthen young lives through music education and vocal performance.

GET INVOLVED:

Spring Concert Volunteers (May 8–9): Volunteers support concert success by serving as greeters, ushers, and box office assistants.

ourBRIDGE for KIDS

ourBRIDGE fosters the education, acculturation, and well-being of refugee and immigrant families through out-of-school programs and comprehensive, culturallyresponsive wraparound support.

GET INVOLVED:

Afterschool Program Volunteers: Volunteers support engaging afterschool activities that help students learn, grow, and thrive in a safe environment.

Circle Camps for Grieving Children

Circle Camps provides free summer camp for girls who have experienced the death of a parent.

GET INVOLVED:

Camp Counselor (June 27th - July 3rd, Rutledge, GA): Volunteer counselors provide a supportive space for grieving children while building meaningful connections and lifelong impact.

Path to Permanency

Our mission is to reduce the length of time it takes for kids in Mecklenburg County foster care to receive a permanent home.

GET INVOLVED:

Advocate with us on April 21: Bring a friend or your kids and join a community gathering to support children in foster care through connection, advocacy, and collective voice. Meet at the Government Center steps at 5pm on April 21.

Center 360

Our mission is to empower middle-school youth who are at risk of disengaging from school by providing non-traditional enrichment opportunities.

GET INVOLVED:

Passion Sessions Volunteer: Lead a one-time or short-series workshop (art, fitness, music, finance, entrepreneurship, etc.). One hour of your passion can unlock a lifetime of confidence and purpose in a young person.

Firm Foundations Youth and

Family Outreach

Firm Foundations’ mission is to educate, expose, and empower youth and their families by providing transformative mentoring and enrichment programs that build confidence, resilience, and self-sufficiency—equipping them to thrive in school, life, and society.

GET INVOLVED:

VIP Guest Reader: Guest readers spend 20–30 minutes sharing stories that promote character development with elementary-aged students.

Charlotte Chinese Story Time

We inspire children and families through Chinese language and culture.

GET INVOLVED:

Storytime Volunteer: Volunteers support interactive storytelling and cultural programs, helping create meaningful cross-cultural experiences for families.

Asian American Foundation for the Carolinas

The Carolinas Asian-American Chamber of Commerce exists to foster cooperation and interaction within the Asian communities and between the community at large in Charlotte and the Carolinas for the betterment of commerce, culture and communication. We promote, sponsor and support efforts to sustain our traditional heritages through excellence in business practice, education, volunteerism and public service.

GET INVOLVED:

Board Member: Board members provide leadership, guidance, and support to help advance the organization’s mission and impact.

Prospera North Carolina

Prospera’s mission is to help start, sustain, and grow Hispanic-owned businesses to achieve community prosperity.

GET INVOLVED:

Guest Speakers: Bilingual speakers share expertise on topics like marketing, finance, and operations to support local entrepreneurs.

PFLAG Charlotte

To create a caring, just, and affirming world for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them.

GET INVOLVED:

Outreach Volunteer: Help represent PFLAG Charlotte at community events by engaging with neighbors and sharing helpful resources.

First Gen Success

Our mission is to empower high-performing young women with limited resources to become the first in their families to attend and graduate from college through transformative programs and meaningful mentorship.

GET INVOLVED:

Mentors: Mentors support high school seniors with guidance, encouragement, and real-world insight as they prepare for college and beyond.

Right Moves For Youth

The mission of Right Moves For Youth is to help students in grades 6 - 12 make the most of their education, networks, and opportunities to set themselves up for future success.

GET INVOLVED:

Twilight 5K Volunteer (April 24): Help bring this fun community event to life by assisting with check-in, finish line support, and celebrations.

Allegro Foundation

Allegro Foundation champions children with disabilities by combining movement instruction with educational and medical expertise to create innovative teaching techniques that enhance their quality of life.

GET INVOLVED:

Allegro Summer Classes Volunteer: Work one-on-one with students in movement classes, supporting their growth through personalized attention.

The Academy of Goal Achievers

To help high school students and young adults prepare for college and careers within a multigenerational approach.

GET INVOLVED:

Youth Mentor: Support students and families as they navigate high school and prepare for future education and career opportunities.

The Kaizen Foundation

The mission of the Kaizen Foundation of NC is to strengthen individuals and communities by delivering financial education, targeted assistance, and accessible resources that promote lasting stability, informed decision-making, and true financial independence.

GET INVOLVED:

Concessions Fundraising: Volunteers assist with concessions at Charlotte FC matches, where a percentage of proceeds generates funding that supports financial literacy and economic empowerment programs.

Augustine Literacy Project

The mission of Augustine Literacy Project-Charlotte (ALP) is to improve the reading, writing, and spelling skills of young, aspiring readers in under-resourced communities by providing free, long-term, one-on-one instruction from highly trained tutors.

GET INVOLVED:

ALP Tutor: Work with your student 45 minutes, twice a week (in person or virtually) to help them become a confident reader on the path to literacy success. Training provided.

Anne Springs Close Greenway

Our Mission is to connect people to nature through recreational and educational activities while fostering a passion for environmental conservation, animal habitat, and protection of natural resources.

GET INVOLVED:

Greenway Volunteer: Whether you are a seasoned environmental advocate or someone just starting their journey into the world of conservation, your unique skills and perspectives are invaluable.

Wing Haven

Our mission is to cultivate sanctuary in nature, environmental stewardship, and the legacy of Southern horticulture

GET INVOLVED:

City Nature Challenge Volunteer: Help engage visitors by sharing information about local biodiversity and guiding participation in the City Nature Challenge.

Agape Acres

Agape Acres exists to rescue the horse, mentor the vulnerable or special needs child, and inspire the community through equine-assisted activities.

GET INVOLVED:

Animal Care Team: Volunteers support daily farm care by feeding animals, maintaining spaces, and assisting with basic grooming tasks.

Next Step Clubhouse

Next Step Clubhouse provides teens and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) access to inclusive, high-quality social and recreational programming that promotes healthy living, meaningful relationships, creative expression, functional skill development, and community engagement.

GET INVOLVED:

Lunch Buddy: Our members love new friends! Join members for lunch and conversation, building friendships and fostering a sense of community.

Families Forward Charlotte

Our mission is to partner with families experiencing poverty to achieve lasting economic stability through education, essential support, and individualized mentoring.

GET INVOLVED:

Family Liaison Mentor: Walk alongside families working toward stability, offering encouragement, guidance, and consistent support.

Ada Jenkins Center

The Ada Jenkins Center exists to help people create lasting solutions for economic stability.

GET INVOLVED:

Camp LEARN Works Volunteer: Join us for our 2026 Camp LEARN Works summer event! Volunteers are needed for various roles.

United Way of Greater Charlotte

Through data-driven, collective efforts, we break down barriers to create uniquely impactful programs that help lift people out of poverty.

GET INVOLVED:

Live United Days Volunteer (Coming Soon): Participate in community-led service projects designed to address neighborhoodidentified needs.

Care Ring

To empower individuals with limited resources to establish and maintain good health.

GET INVOLVED:

Client Choice Food Assistant: Help neighbors shop for groceries while supporting smooth pantry operations and a welcoming experience.

Lift Up Carolinas

Lift Up Carolinas is a nonprofit volunteer organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and families through community-based philanthropic programs - we feed, we clothe, we mentor, we educate.

GET INVOLVED:

Pop-Up Food Share Volunteer: Assist with food distribution events that provide neighbors with access to fresh, nutritious groceries.

Champion House of Care Project One

Fighting food insecurity in the I-85 and Sugar Creek areas.

GET INVOLVED:

Food Pantry Volunteer: Help sort, stock, and distribute food while supporting weekly pantry operations for the community.

HopeWay

HopeWay is making HOPE tangible by inspiring mental wellness for all.

GET INVOLVED:

Bloom Service Volunteer: Brighten spaces by arranging and distributing flowers to bring comfort and joy to clients.

Diaper Bank of North Carolina - Charlotte

Distributing Dignity Across North Carolina, providing essential products to help families thrive at all stages of life.

GET INVOLVED:

Diaper Bank Volunteer: Prepare and organize essential supplies to support families with diapers and hygiene products.

Brave Step

Brave Step supports adults impacted by sexual violence. We provide trauma-focused services, education and community for survivors, loved ones and allies.

GET INVOLVED:

Color It Blue DIY Volunteer: Color It Blue is Brave Step’s annual awareness campaign during Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Child Abuse Prevention Month. Take part in a hands-on awareness campaign supporting survivors and prevention efforts.

Project Outpour

Project Outpour promotes dignity and pathways to stability by providing free mobile shower access and hygiene services for unhoused neighbors.

GET INVOLVED:

Shower Service Volunteer: Help provide hygiene support by preparing supplies and maintaining clean, welcoming shower spaces.

KinderMourn

KinderMourn’s mission is to provide hope for bereaved parents, grieving children and teens by offering support and counseling programs, creating awareness of bereavement issues and empowering the community to effectively assist those who have suffered an unthinkable loss.

GET INVOLVED:

Hope Floats Duck Race Volunteer (May 3): Support our annual community event honoring loved ones while helping create a fun, impactful community experience.

Piedmont Music Therapy

The mission of Piedmont Music Therapy is to engage, empower and accompany individuals to reach their goals grounded in the frameworks of music therapy and social work. PMT strives to meet students and clients where they are and support them in improving their quality of life. Additionally, PMT serves to promote the growth of music therapy students and board certified music therapists by offering educational opportunities plus increasing the community’s awareness of the field of music therapy.

GET INVOLVED:

Gala Support: Your support of sharing time and talents will help our organization expand its reach, enhance programs, and provide greater access to music therapy services for those who need them most.

About Out Father’s Business

AOFB’s mission is to restore dignity, bring hope, and transform lives by joyfully serving vulnerable communities.

GET INVOLVED:

Laundry Attendants: Wash, dry, fold, and pack clothes.

Despierta

Our mission at Despierta is to transform the lives of Latina youth and women through mental health and educational programs, empowering them to develop their talents and become leaders within their communities.

GET INVOLVED:

Workshop Support Volunteer, Noche de Impacto Fundraiser volunteer.

Assist ME

Assist ME provides free, essential mobility equipment to individuals with low incomes or little to no insurance to help them move safely from hospital to home or from home back into community life with dignity and independence.

GET INVOLVED:

Patient Satisfaction Survey Callers: Check in on our mobility equipment recipients and collect great data that helps Assist ME speak to partners and funders about our important mission to help neighbors in need.

Metrolina Association for the Blind

To reduce, prevent or eliminate the daily challenges experienced by people living with blindness or visual impairment and to facilitate the personal growth and development of such individuals.

GET INVOLVED:

Home Helper: Support individuals with vision challenges by assisting with light household tasks and organization.

HOUSING AND SHELTER

Supportive Housing Communities

The mission of Supportive Housing Communities (SHC) is to alleviate homelessness and human suffering. SHC primarily serves the chronically homeless population –which is defined as those individuals that have been homeless for at least one year, and have a disabling condition, such as substance abuse, mental illness, physical disability or chronic disease – by providing a full continuum of financial support (so they can afford a place to live) and case management (so they can keep it).

GET INVOLVED:

Young Professionals Board: Join a community of Charlotte YPs working to raise awareness and support for suppotive, affordable housing.

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Help Us Inspire and Celebrate Volunteerism in Charlotte!

SHARE Charlotte wants to hear how, where, and why you are making a difference by serving with local nonprofits. Your stories will help inspire others to get involved and show the impact of neighbors coming together.

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