Opportunities From: Mecklenburg County Volunteer Program

Volunteer: Storm Drain Marking

Storm Drain Marking involves walking and/or driving to a secondary location and gluing a small placard to the storm drains in the area. During Storm Drain Marking, we will be using an app called Quick Capture to log the drains we mark.

Parking: Parking is available at the listed address (Lake Wylie Baptist Church). You can meet staff at the check-in table near the entrance of the parking lot to check in and receive supplies and instructions.

What to Bring: To limit single-use plastic, please bring a filled reusable water bottle. We will provide all necessary supplies for Storm Drain Marking.


What to Wear: We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes and clothes for warm/hot weather. We will also have sunscreen and bug spray for those who need it.



Details regarding weather or cancellations will be sent the day before the event.

Agency: Storm Water Services

Storm Drain Marking involves walking and/or driving to a secondary location and gluing a small placard to the storm drains in the area. During Storm Drain Marking, we will be using an app called Quick Capture to log the drains we mark.

Parking: Parking is available at the listed address (Lake Wylie Baptist Church). You can meet staff at the check-in table near the entrance of the parking lot to check in and receive supplies and instructions.

What to Bring: To limit single-use plastic, please bring a filled reusable water bottle. We will provide all necessary supplies for Storm Drain Marking.


What to Wear: We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes and clothes for warm/hot weather. We will also have sunscreen and bug spray for those who need it.



Details regarding weather or cancellations will be sent the day before the event.

Agency: Storm Water Services

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Jul 11, 2026

Zip Code: 28278

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Mountain Island Lake Cleanup @ Neck Road

Volunteers will be removing litter around the boat ramp and the edge of the lake at the Neck Road Boat Ramp.

Parking: Parking is available around the boat ramp at the listed address. You can meet staff by the kayak launch near the boat ramp for registration and to receive supplies and instructions. 

What to Bring: To limit single-use plastic, please bring a filled reusable water bottle. Trash grabbers will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, but we will bring as many as we can.

What to Wear:  All volunteers will be provided with gloves and trash bags. Feel free to bring your own gloves if you’d like! We recommend wearing closed-toe shoes to this event.


Details regarding weather or cancellations will be sent on 7/29/2026. To see all other upcoming events, visit our main Registration Page. 

Agency: Storm Water Services

Volunteers will be removing litter around the boat ramp and the edge of the lake at the Neck Road Boat Ramp.

Parking: Parking is available around the boat ramp at the listed address. You can meet staff by the kayak launch near the boat ramp for registration and to receive supplies and instructions. 

What to Bring: To limit single-use plastic, please bring a filled reusable water bottle. Trash grabbers will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, but we will bring as many as we can.

What to Wear:  All volunteers will be provided with gloves and trash bags. Feel free to bring your own gloves if you’d like! We recommend wearing closed-toe shoes to this event.


Details regarding weather or cancellations will be sent on 7/29/2026. To see all other upcoming events, visit our main Registration Page. 

Agency: Storm Water Services

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Jul 30, 2026

Zip Code: 28078

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Park, Stream & Street Cleanup @ Little Sugar Creek

This event is a TRIFECTA Cleanup in partnership with Keep Charlotte Beautiful and Park & Recreation! Volunteers will tackle Little Sugar Creek, the surrounding streets, and the park property along the stream by removing litter. You can decide which activity to focus on at the start of the event.

Parking: Street parking is available along Cullman Ave. You can meet staff at the check-in table in the grassy area near the listed address to register and receive supplies and instructions. Parking is limited at this location, so public transportation is encouraged if possible, or there is a paid parking lot across the street at 3400 Philemon Ave, Charlotte, NC 28206.

What to Bring: To limit single-use plastic, please bring a filled reusable water bottle. Supplies such as hip waders and grabbers will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, but we will bring as many as we can. All volunteers will be provided with gloves and trash bags. Feel free to bring your own gloves and boots if you’d like!

What to Wear: We recommend wearing closed-toe shoes and long pants for this event.


Details regarding weather or cancellations will be sent the day before the event. If you have any questions, please email Taylor Mebane at STW-Volunteers@MeckNC.gov

Agency: Storm Water Services

This event is a TRIFECTA Cleanup in partnership with Keep Charlotte Beautiful and Park & Recreation! Volunteers will tackle Little Sugar Creek, the surrounding streets, and the park property along the stream by removing litter. You can decide which activity to focus on at the start of the event.

Parking: Street parking is available along Cullman Ave. You can meet staff at the check-in table in the grassy area near the listed address to register and receive supplies and instructions. Parking is limited at this location, so public transportation is encouraged if possible, or there is a paid parking lot across the street at 3400 Philemon Ave, Charlotte, NC 28206.

What to Bring: To limit single-use plastic, please bring a filled reusable water bottle. Supplies such as hip waders and grabbers will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, but we will bring as many as we can. All volunteers will be provided with gloves and trash bags. Feel free to bring your own gloves and boots if you’d like!

What to Wear: We recommend wearing closed-toe shoes and long pants for this event.


Details regarding weather or cancellations will be sent the day before the event. If you have any questions, please email Taylor Mebane at STW-Volunteers@MeckNC.gov

Agency: Storm Water Services

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Aug 8, 2026

Zip Code: 28206

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Invasive Plant Removal @ Clarke Creek

Invasive plant removal involves training volunteers on how to identify non-native and invasive plants in the area and removing those plants so that native species have a better chance on growing in along the stream buffer.  This event will involve walking along uneven terrain, along with shoveling and pulling. 

Parking: Street parking is available along Winmau Ln and Memory Ln.

What to Bring: To limit single-use plastic, please bring a filled reusable water bottle. Supplies such as pruners, loppers, shovels, and saws for invase removal will be provded by staff. We will also bring work gloves for each volunteer. You are welcoming to bring you own gloved if youd like. 

What to Wear: We recommend wearing closed-toed shoes and long pants to this event to protect legs and feet against sharp or prickly tree branches and poison ivy.

Details regarding weather or cancellations will be sent the day before the event. If you have any questions, please email Taylor Mebane at STW-Volunteers@MeckNC.gov

Agency: Storm Water Services

Invasive plant removal involves training volunteers on how to identify non-native and invasive plants in the area and removing those plants so that native species have a better chance on growing in along the stream buffer.  This event will involve walking along uneven terrain, along with shoveling and pulling. 

Parking: Street parking is available along Winmau Ln and Memory Ln.

What to Bring: To limit single-use plastic, please bring a filled reusable water bottle. Supplies such as pruners, loppers, shovels, and saws for invase removal will be provded by staff. We will also bring work gloves for each volunteer. You are welcoming to bring you own gloved if youd like. 

What to Wear: We recommend wearing closed-toed shoes and long pants to this event to protect legs and feet against sharp or prickly tree branches and poison ivy.

Details regarding weather or cancellations will be sent the day before the event. If you have any questions, please email Taylor Mebane at STW-Volunteers@MeckNC.gov

Agency: Storm Water Services

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Happens On Aug 27, 2026

Zip Code: 28078

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Senior Citizens Nutrition Program Volunteer

The Senior Citizens Nutrition Program (SCNP) provides nutrition support and socialization opportunities for individuals 60+ residing in Mecklenburg County. Volunteers may assist with activities such as exercise, arts, health education, and educational programs, as well as lunch service! If you are looking for an opportunity to engage with older adults in a meaningful way, SCNP has more than 12 locations throughout the County! 

Find the nearest location to volunteer in your community!

Agency: Age-Friendly Mecklenburg

The Senior Citizens Nutrition Program (SCNP) provides nutrition support and socialization opportunities for individuals 60+ residing in Mecklenburg County. Volunteers may assist with activities such as exercise, arts, health education, and educational programs, as well as lunch service! If you are looking for an opportunity to engage with older adults in a meaningful way, SCNP has more than 12 locations throughout the County! 

Find the nearest location to volunteer in your community!

Agency: Age-Friendly Mecklenburg

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 28208

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Mobile Market Volunteer

The Senior Citizens Nutrition Program (SCNP) facilitates the Mobile Market to provide fresh produce and grocery items directly to aging communities. Our operating hours are 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at various locations throughout Mecklenburg County.

Volunteers are needed to refill produce bins, distribute pantry supplies, and assist individuals as they shop. 

Stand for long periods of time Be comfortable working outside  Lift 10 pounds

 

Anita Stroud                                                          Chambers Point at Arysley                                 

1110 rising Oak Dr., 28206                                    10124 Shaffer Valley Way, 28273  

3rd Wednesday of the month                             4th Wednesday of the month                

 

The Dannelly at the Catawba                                  Crown Court Apartments

308 Mt. Holly-Huntersville Rd., 28214                       9283 Nolley Ct.

4th Tuesday of the month                                         4th Thursday of the month

 

Gables I & Gables II at Druid Hills                            The Mulberry Apartments

1125 & 1145 Kohler Ave., 28206                              5945 Tuckaseegee Rd., 28208

1st Wednesday of the month                                   2nd Thursday of the month

 

Avion Apartments                                                  Clinton AME Zion

2340 Apex Landing Way, 28217                              319 Whitehaven Ave., 28208

2nd Wednesday of the month                                  3rd Thursday of the month

 

CN Jenkins Church                                                   Plaza Terrace Apartments

1421 Statesville Ave., 28206                                    1327 Murdock Rd., 28205

3rd Thursday of the month                                       1st Thursday of the month

 

Weeping Willow Church

2220 Milton Rd., 28215

1st Tuesday of the month

Agency: Age-Friendly Mecklenburg

The Senior Citizens Nutrition Program (SCNP) facilitates the Mobile Market to provide fresh produce and grocery items directly to aging communities. Our operating hours are 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at various locations throughout Mecklenburg County.

Volunteers are needed to refill produce bins, distribute pantry supplies, and assist individuals as they shop. 

Stand for long periods of time Be comfortable working outside  Lift 10 pounds

 

Anita Stroud                                                          Chambers Point at Arysley                                 

1110 rising Oak Dr., 28206                                    10124 Shaffer Valley Way, 28273  

3rd Wednesday of the month                             4th Wednesday of the month                

 

The Dannelly at the Catawba                                  Crown Court Apartments

308 Mt. Holly-Huntersville Rd., 28214                       9283 Nolley Ct.

4th Tuesday of the month                                         4th Thursday of the month

 

Gables I & Gables II at Druid Hills                            The Mulberry Apartments

1125 & 1145 Kohler Ave., 28206                              5945 Tuckaseegee Rd., 28208

1st Wednesday of the month                                   2nd Thursday of the month

 

Avion Apartments                                                  Clinton AME Zion

2340 Apex Landing Way, 28217                              319 Whitehaven Ave., 28208

2nd Wednesday of the month                                  3rd Thursday of the month

 

CN Jenkins Church                                                   Plaza Terrace Apartments

1421 Statesville Ave., 28206                                    1327 Murdock Rd., 28205

3rd Thursday of the month                                       1st Thursday of the month

 

Weeping Willow Church

2220 Milton Rd., 28215

1st Tuesday of the month

Agency: Age-Friendly Mecklenburg

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 28208

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Age-Friendly Mecklenburg Volunteer

Join Age-Friendly Mecklenburg to assist with community outreach, education, and program facilitation! This volunteer role is great for anyone looking to engage with the community to increase awareness and accessibility of resources. 

Roles:

Resource Fairs

Informational Presentations

Fall Prevention Workshops

Scam + Fraud Education

Agency: Age-Friendly Mecklenburg

Join Age-Friendly Mecklenburg to assist with community outreach, education, and program facilitation! This volunteer role is great for anyone looking to engage with the community to increase awareness and accessibility of resources. 

Roles:

Resource Fairs

Informational Presentations

Fall Prevention Workshops

Scam + Fraud Education

Agency: Age-Friendly Mecklenburg

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Flexible

Zip Code: 28208

Allow Groups: No