How to give back to nonprofits in your neighborhood: NoDa edition
Who doesn’t love NoDa? I know things are changing a lot over there, but when you’ve got The Daily Press, Neighborhood Theatre and Salud Beer Shop, life is always good.
It’s also a place where you can do a whole lot of good. If you got some time, why don’t you…
…Spread your love of soccer to others.
Peace Passers collects soccer balls, gear and other accessories to redistribute to Charlotte nonprofits, church groups and other organizations around the world.
I’ve seen Charlotte get pumped for soccer matches at Bank of America Stadium. Use that enthusiasm to fundraise and contribute to local and international groups who use soccer as a means to build community.
Thank you @_JulieJohnston_ for sharing the world's beautiful game w @PeacePassers & @oneworldplayprj ! #USWNT pic.twitter.com/PJbFUL6z2M
— Peace Passers (@PeacePassers) September 11, 2015
…Use your talents to help others.
Supportive Housing Communities at McCreesh Place works to help people transition out of homelessness and get back on their feet.
Where do you fit in? If you are vocally gifted, you can sing your heart out with the choir every Thursday at 5:15 p.m. If you have a green thumb (or are really good at keeping plants alive) you can work with residents at the community garden.
Or, you can focus on the Six Most Impactful Volunteer Opportunities.
An easy way to support homeless & impact work that SHC is doing-Click this link when making your Amazon purchases. http://t.co/1WKlUOoxM4
— SHC Charlotte (@SHC_Charlotte) July 11, 2014
…Use your noggin’ and support the arts.
Behailu Academy runs an arts-based youth-development program for middle and high school students from Title I schools.
They are pretty new to the nonprofit scene so they can use any help they can get. Specifically, they need someone who can help them troubleshoot and maintain their desktop computers so that students can use them for homework. If you know your way around Macs & PCs and want to support arts education. reach out to them.
We are at the 2015 Mosaic Awards! Get ready for next year's event May 14, 2016! #differencemakers pic.twitter.com/IMTJqAZHMh
— Behailu Academy (@BehailuAcademy) September 12, 2015
…Make sure everyone can be who they are.
Time Out Youth is dedicated to providing a safe environment for LGBTQ youth and their allies. They offer spaces where discussion groups can be held, offer their homes to youth that have not been accepted by their families and more.
They hold volunteer orientations twice a year (the next one is in December). Volunteers often help by cooking meals at their center for their Friday Night meals or assist them during special events. Some volunteers even open up their homes to kids who need some moral support.
Staff presenting Trans 101 to #CLT Public Defenders Office!#SafeSpace #TimeOutYouth #Trans101 #lgbT pic.twitter.com/DHqagc1yho
— Time Out Youth (@TimeOutYouth) September 29, 2015
Don’t have the time? Here are other ways to help.
You can shop and donate highly needed items to some of these nonprofits by visiting SHARE Charlotte‘s Give Shop.
Of course, all of these organizations could use some extra cash. Click links below to visit their donation pages.
– Supportive Housing Communities
Photo: Brigitte Acosta
This story was originally published October 14, 2015 at 10:00 PM with the headline "How to give back to nonprofits in your neighborhood: NoDa edition."