Volunteer in Charlotte

We appreciate your interest in volunteering with us! At Catholic Charities, we are committed to adapting to the changing needs of the community, and our volunteers play a crucial role in achieving our mission. Together, we channel our collective efforts toward a set of strategic priorities that positively impact the lives of those in need.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

CHARLOTTE FOOD PANTRY

At Catholic Charities, volunteers are the heart of our mission to serve neighbors facing food insecurity. There are many ways you can make a meaningful impact by assisting our staff at the Charlotte Food Pantry.

Volunteer opportunities include:

  • Restocking shelves to ensure pantry items are organized and readily available
  • Packing food boxes with nutritious essentials for individuals and families in need
  • Distributing shopping bags and assisting clients as they select their groceries
  • Picking up food donations from local food banks and community partners
  • Assisting with inventory management and sorting donations
  • Helping during special food drives and seasonal initiatives

Your time and compassion help us provide nourishment, dignity, and hope to those we serve. Whether you can volunteer regularly or occasionally, your support makes a difference! Join us and be part of cultivating a stronger, more compassionate community.

Call 704-370-3262 for more information on how to get involved.

TUTORING & SUMMER CAMP VOLUNTEERS

Catholic Charities welcomes volunteers who are passionate about helping refugee children build a strong foundation for their future. Through our after-school tutoring programs and summer camps, volunteers provide critical academic support, mentorship, and encouragement to children adjusting to life in a new country.

Volunteer opportunities include:

  • Tutoring refugee children in core subjects such as reading, math, and science
  • Assisting with homework help and language development activities
  • Leading recreational activities, arts and crafts, and enrichment programs during summer camp
  • Serving as positive role models, helping children build confidence and a sense of belonging

Your time and compassion help refugee children thrive academically and socially as they navigate their new homes. Whether you can volunteer during the school year, summer months, or both, your presence can make a lasting impact. Join us in nurturing hope, education, and opportunity for refugee families in our community!

Call 704-370-3262 for more information on how to get involved.

INTERPRETER VOLUNTEERS

Catholic Charities is seeking compassionate volunteers to serve as interpreters for individuals and families who are navigating critical services in a new language and culture. Interpreter volunteers play a vital role in helping clients access resources, understand essential information, and feel welcomed and supported.

Volunteer opportunities include:

  • Providing language support during client appointments, workshops, and community events
  • Assisting staff in communicating important program information and services
  • Helping refugee and immigrant families feel empowered and understood as they adjust to life in a new community

By bridging language barriers, you help open doors to hope, opportunity, and self-sufficiency for those we serve.

Fluency in Spanish, Arabic, Dari, Pashto, Swahili, and other high-need languages is especially needed.

Call 704-370-3262 for more information on how to get involved.

MAKING A HOUSE A HOME

Catholic Charities helps transform empty spaces into welcoming homes for individuals and families starting a new chapter in their lives. Through our furniture program, we provide essential household items — from beds and tables to sofas and kitchen supplies — helping create comfortable, dignified living environments.

Our volunteers assist with delivering furniture, setting up homes, and offering a warm welcome to those transitioning into new housing.

We serve a variety of vulnerable populations, including:

  • Refugee and immigrant families resettling in the Charlotte area
  • Survivors of domestic violence starting over in safe housing
  • Families emerging from homelessness and moving into permanent homes
  • Low-income seniors and individuals with disabilities seeking stability and comfort

Volunteer opportunities include:

  • Picking up donated furniture
  • Working in our furniture warehouse
  • Setting up homes for new residents
  • Assisting with light repairs or assembling furniture

By offering not just furniture but dignity and hope, you help create a true sense of home for our neighbors in need.

CLICK HERE for more information or call 704-370-3262 for more information on how to get involved.

DONATION KITS

Students, school groups, parish ministries, and service organizations can make a meaningful impact by assembling donation kits for our neighbors in need. These projects are a great way to earn service hours, foster teamwork, and support our community.

Whether you choose to organize a drive or personally assemble kits, your efforts directly help individuals and families facing hardship.

Opportunities include:

  • Assembling Food Pantry Toiletry Kits (learn more)
  • Create Welcome Home Kits for individuals and families in need (get the details)

Your small act of kindness can bring comfort, dignity, and hope to someone rebuilding their life!

Call 704-370-3262 for more information on how to get involved.

REFUGEE PROGRAM

Learn about current opportunities.