Whether you are with a group of people ready to get their hands dirty, or just one individual looking to lend a hand, United Way can connect you with agencies that can use your help. Click on the links below or simply contact the Volunteer Center at 704-371-6324 or VolunteerCenter@uwcentralcarolinas.org.

Volunteering provides businesses or groups the opportunity to give back to the community -- a rewarding experience for everyone involved.

Your volunteering employees will:

• gain a stronger sense of teamwork
• experience the gratification that comes from serving

Plus, volunteering shows the community your company's commitment to improving the lives of people in our community.

United Way has a number of year-round opportunities you can easily choose from. Or United Way's Volunteer Center can create a meaningful volunteer experience customized for your group based on size, availability and interests.

Please call us at 704-371-6324 or email VolunteerCenter@uwcentralcarolinas.org for more information.

August - October WhatSeason of Caring (formerly Week of Caring) is a major community-wide volunteer service event that mobilizes more than 3,100 volunteers to help United Way agencies, other nonprofits, Charlotte-Mecklenburg public schools and Mecklenburg County Parks. Volunteers from all walks of life participate by refurbishing, beautifying, painting and interacting with different agencies and their clients.

WhenWeekdays and some weekends available.
WhereUnited Way agencies, other nonprofits, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools and Mecklenburg County Parks.

WhyThe benefits of participating in Season of Caring include:

Positioning your company as an active and positive corporate citizen

Promoting team building within your company and helping to improve employee morale

Helping to meet critical social needs and strengthen the community

Experiencing first-hand how your United Way works every day to address our community's most pressing needs

WhoMost Season of Caring groups consist of teams of employees from businesses, schools, churches and civic organizations. Teams generally consist of 10 or more people. Companies are encouraged to provide release time for their employees for full day or half-day shifts.

HowGet involved. It's easy! Just follow these easy steps:

Organize a group of co-workers who want to volunteer

Appoint a team captain

Log on to our website and submit an online registration form for your group

Click here to sign up. Click here to fill out a project evaluation form (after your project is complete).

Feel like you have something unique to offer? Help United Way of Central Carolinas make key decisions by serving on a committee. As a Community Investment Council volunteer, you’ll help us determine the best way to allocate funds for the greatest impact in our region. Additionally, each United Way department benefits from volunteers who offer their expertise and guidance in operational decisions by serving on various committees. We invite you to learn more about the Citizen’s Review Process and become involved in a council by clicking here and then select "register as a volunteer" to learn more.

United Way of Central Carolinas’ Citizen Review Councils focus on 10 different areas of service. The Councils combine the expertise of professionals in the health and human services field with the independent outlook of individual community volunteers.

These volunteers gain greater insight into issues facing people within our community while providing fresh perspectives for service providers to consider. Together, they respond to community needs with innovation, collaboration and accountability.

Recruiting for Community Investment Council Volunteers in the following areas is currently under way:
Mooresville-Lake Norman area
Union County.

The Mooresville-Lake Norman United Way needs volunteers for all four of its councils:

• Crisis and Disaster Services Council
• Family and Youth Services Council
• Financial Stability Services Council
• Health and Wellness Services Council

For more information, or to volunteer, please contact Tamara Roach at (704) 664-2284 or email troach@uwcentralcarolinas.org.

Deadline is Nov. 30.


The Union County United Way needs volunteers for all four of its councils:

• Increasing Self-Sufficiency Council
• Helping People Live Independently Council
• Promoting Health and Wellness Council
• Strengthening Youth & Families Council

For more information, or to volunteer, please contact Paul Smith at (704) 226-5105 or email pfsmith@uwcentralcarolinas.org.

Deadline is Jan. 31, 2008.

For other counties, check back here at another time or contact the Community Investment department at (704) 371-6226 or email civolunteer@uwcentralcarolinas.org.

United Way has three opportunities for you to get involved by connecting with like-minded people. As a part of a group, you’ll have the opportunity to network and participate in year-round volunteer events.

African-American Leadership Initiative

Women's Leadership Initiative

Young Leaders Initiative