Crisis Assistance Ministry

Charlotte, NC

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Volunteer with Us

Volunteers of all ages and backgrounds support services that stabilize housing for Mecklenburg County families.

Opportunities are available for:

  • individuals
  • corporate teams
  • social organizations
  • youth groups
  • faith communities
  • families
  • friends celebrating a milestone.

Young people ages 10 to 15 can volunteer with an adult. Teens age 16 and up may volunteer on their own.

Need Community Service Hours?

If you are completing required community service for school or the courts, please complete this registration to ensure proper placement and documentation.

Required Community Service Registration

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To be sure you've got the latest information, take a look at opportunities on our Volunteer Portal, create a volunteer account, and sign up to help foster housing stability for families in financial crisis

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Volunteer Stories

Hindsight & Hope

Volunteers provide dignity and hope to neighbors in need.

Your Guide to MLK Day of Service 2026 in Mecklenburg County

As we approach Martin Luther King Jr Day Charlotte 2026, residents across the Queen City are preparing to turn the holiday into a “day on, not a day off.” Whether you are looking for volunteer opportunities in Mecklenburg County for yourself, your company, or your family, this year’s calendar is packed with ways to serve. […]

2026 MLK Day of Service Resource Kit: Free Downloads for Charlotte Families & Teams

On January 19, 2026, the Queen City will unite to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by turning a federal holiday into a powerful “day on, not a day off.” Whether you are leading a corporate team, a classroom of students, or your own family, you are part of a massive movement […]

When Education Runs the World Students Go Viral with Service

October was a remarkable month at Crisis Assistance Ministry, showcasing the genuine compassion and commitment of groups from the education sector. From elementary schools to special education academies and youth missions, these devoted volunteers demonstrated the immense impact that students and educators have when they step up to serve their Mecklenburg community. Interestingly, this theme […]

I Know How It Feels

On the day her family sought help at Crisis Assistance Ministry, Jennifer had to use her gas card at the convenience store to get bread and peanut butter to feed her three young children. It was the only way. They were completely out of cash and she did not have anything else to help them […]

Julia: Giving Back in Gratitude

When we first told Julia’s story, almost a decade ago now, she was emerging from life-altering tragedy and grateful to have found help and hope at Crisis Assistance Ministry. With your support, her utilities were restored, she was connected to one-on-one coaching for longer term housing stability, and later found her voice as a Customer […]

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