To honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., Student Engagement is hosting a Martin Luther King Jr. Challenge during January 2023. The purpose of this challenge is to engage the Central Piedmont community in advancing racial and social justice, developing a deeper knowledge of self-identity and community activism, and honoring the legacy of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
In order to maximize the number of students participating, we ask that you sign-up for only one event.
Volunteer Sign Up formCentral Piedmont is offering multiple service opportunities that may fit your schedule. There will be a group reflection and lunch to follow.
Join us for the opening program: Honoring the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
This event will be held on the Central Campus in the Parr Center Theater.
Volunteer and help create an inspiring space where locals can come together and see individuals with Down Syndrome thrive. Through a variety of painting projects, help create an atmosphere where community can come together and promote positivity.
Spend two hours of your time prepping, cooking and packaging a meal for 20-25 individuals staying at the Hospitality House while their loved ones undergo medical procedures. You will also be writing encouraging notes/cards and creating welcome bags.
Your afternoon will be spent volunteering with local Charlotte youth in their after school program. Their Youth Learning Centers provide programming to help boost the reading and learning skills of children in low socioeconomic communities.
Spend two hours of your time prepping, cooking and packaging a meal for 20-25 individuals staying at the Hospitality House while their loved ones undergo medical procedures. You will also be writing encouraging notes/cards and creating welcome bags.
Your afternoon will be spent volunteering with local Charlotte youth in their after school program. Their Youth Learning Centers provide programming to help boost the reading and learning skills of children in low socioeconomic communities.
Join us at GiGi's Playhouse Charlotte and engage in a variety of fun activities partnered with an individual with Down Syndrome. Together you'll make a craft, create something tasty in the kitchen and participate in some physical activity!
Help prepare ready to go care kits for adults and youth that are in need and utilize our clothing closet. Pack, organize and prepare for delivery of essential items for those in the most critical need.
The youth are the heart of the Hope for Harvest mission. Work with our after school program and you will lead group activities, help with homework, and engage participants in thought provoking activities.
Your afternoon will be spent volunteering with local Charlotte youth in their after school program. Their Youth Learning Centers provide programming to help boost the reading and learning skills of children in low socioeconomic communities.
Join us at GiGi's Playhouse Charlotte and engage in a variety of fun activities partnered with an individual with Down Syndrome. Together you'll make a craft, create something tasty in the kitchen and participate in some physical activity!
Spend two hours of your time prepping, cooking and packaging a meal for 20-25 individuals staying at the Hospitality House while their loved ones undergo medical procedures. You will also be writing encouraging notes/cards and creating welcome bags.
Your afternoon will be spent volunteering with local Charlotte youth in their after school program. Their Youth Learning Centers provide programming to help boost the reading and learning skills of children in low socioeconomic communities.
Spend your morning listening to and participating in their impactful curriculum. End your day creating classroom baskets of materials for the summer literacy program teachers.
Find our partner organizations on the map.
Freedom School Partners aim to provide summer programming that delivers a culturally diverse curriculum to affirm students of color with engaging literature and exposure.
It was created during the civil rights movement to serve families who lack access to quality summer enrichment.
Address:
1030 Arosa Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28203
The mission of Gigi's Playhouse is to change the way the world views Down Syndrome and to send a global message of acceptance for all.
Gigi's Playhouse changes lives through free educational, therapeutic-based and career development programs for individuals with Down Syndrome, their families, and the community.
Address:
9101 Kings Parade Boulevard, #102
Charlotte, NC 28273
The Hope for Harvest Youth Center provides services and programming designed to uplift, inspire, and empower underserved and housing-insecure youth in and around Charlotte.
Hope for Harvest equips young people with knowledge, resources, and experiences in order to explore personal and professional interests, set goals, and break the cycle of generational poverty.
Address:
1800 Brewton Drive
Charlotte, NC 28206
Hospitality House of Charlotte provides temporary lodging for patients and their families experiencing a medical crisis while receiving treatment at a Charlotte medical facility.
Hospitality House addresses unmet healthcare needs and access to health for all.
Address:
1400 Scott Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28203
The YWCA provides a safe place for women and their families facing instability and empowers children to reach literacy goals.
YWCA is on a mission to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
Addresses:
Albemarle YWCA
5027 North Idlewild Road
Charlotte, NC 28227
Billingsville YWCA
124 Skyland Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28205
Park Road YWCA
3420 Park Road
Charlotte, NC 28209
Southside YWCA
435 Fairwood Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28203
Sugar Creek YWCA
943 West Sugar Creek Road
Charlotte, NC 28213
Sunridge YWCA
4005 Sunridge Lane
Charlotte, NC 28215
Contact our Assistant Director of Service Learning and Civic Engagement, Whitney Williams, with any questions or to learn more.