Opportunities From: Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation

Come experience basketball skills and drills and the opportunity to improve sportsmanship, teamwork, and enjoy playing alongside friends. For individuals with disabilities - All experience levels welcome! Junior league will practice from 9am-10am. Senior league will follow 10am-11am. Please make sure to wear closed-toe shoes and bring a water bottle.             
Volunteers will assist participants with basketballs skills and activities. Tasks may include helping with warm-ups, demonstrating drills, assisting with passing, dribbling, and shooting, and proving positive motivation through the session. Volunteers may also help set up and clean up equipment, ensure participant safety, and promote teamwork and fun!

QUESTIONS ABOUT BASKETBALL? Contact Dalia Mena at Migdalia.Mena@MeckNC.gov or (980) 748-6475

LOVE BASKETBALL?? We need some extra help at West Charlotte Recreation Center, to help our Youth Basketball game days (Saturdays) run smoothly! Volunteers will help with checking in coaches for games, running the score-clock, and/or passing out free popcorn during the games. Volunteers may work for the entire day - 9am-4:30pm - or may work a half-day: 9am-1pm or 12:30pm-4:30pm. Please contact the staff member listed here to let them know your preference. 

Volunteers must be at least 18 years old - Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes. 

QUESTIONS? Contact Miles.Judson@mecklenburgcountync.gov or call 980-502-3522 (direct/mobile)

We'll roll out to Spare Time Entertainment for a fun afternoon of bowling and socializing with old or new friends! Practice or develop your bowling skills to get those spares and strikes. Bowling shoes are not required but available to rent if interested. All abilities and skill levels welcome! Offered for adults with disabilities.

VOLUNTEERS may register for any or all of these dates! We need 2 Volunteers on each date to assist by: 

Volunteers MUST be at least 18 years old for this program and should have a current Volunteer application/background check on file if signing up for more than 3 dates. Please wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes. 

QUESTIONS? Contact Anna.Ford@MeckNC.gov or call 980-502-2337

Sign up today to help keep your favorite park or greenway clean and healthy by picking up litter! A great way to spend an hour AT LUNCHTIME by getting outdoors and helping in your community.

Park and meet at Walker Branch Greenway, at Rivergate Shopping Center using the address listed here. We will enter the Greenway next to the PetSmart location. 

Thank you for choosing to Volunteer with Park & Recreation! Below are a few tips and reminders for a SAFE & PRODUCTIVE Volunteer experience:

If you have questions, or if you have a group who would like to help on a different day, please contact the Park & Recreation Volunteer Coordinator at Karen.Howard@MeckNC.gov or 980-314-1046 (office).

Kick off the New Year with a new season of BINGO! Programs for Seniors at the Northern Regional Recreation & Senior Center are always a big hit, and we LOVE having Volunteer help! Volunteers should be at least 16 years old - please dress in comfortable clothing (no tank tops, please) and wear closed-toe shoes.

BINGO Volunteers will assist with calling numbers and/or checking winning cards.

*Volunteers may register for any or all listed dates/shifts! 

If you have questions or if your plans change, please contact Elise.White@mecklenburgcountync.gov or call 980-314-1479

Join us on the dance floor for a fun-filled night of music, dancing, food, crafts, and friends! Get dressed in your Valentine's best to celebrate the month of love and friendship. The event begins at 6pm and will conclude at 8pm. Offered for individuals aged 13 and up with a disability.

VOLUNTEERS are needed to help with:

Please wear comfortable clothing (dress up if you like!) and closed-toe shoes. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old to help with TIRS programs. 

QUESTIONS? Contact Anna.Ford@MeckNC.gov or call 980-502-2337 

Sign up today to help keep your favorite park or greenway clean and healthy by picking up litter! A great way to spend an hour AT LUNCHTIME by getting outdoors and helping in your community. Park and meet at Frazier Park, at the address listed here. 

Thank you for choosing to Volunteer with Park & Recreation! Below are a few tips and reminders for a SAFE & PRODUCTIVE Volunteer experience:

If you have questions, or if you have a group who would like to help on a different day, please contact the Park & Recreation Volunteer Coordinator at Karen.Howard@MeckNC.gov or 980-314-1046 (office).

Join Project Captain Stephen James to show the Park some LOVE! Volunteers will be pulling up and cutting out invasive English Ivy, picking up litter and limbs, and completing whatever other care is needed! Bring your own work gloves, pruners and small shovels - extra tools will be provided.

QUESTIONS? Contact Stephen at stephen.carlton.james@gmail.com or call 704-280-0927.

Sign up today to help keep your favorite park or greenway clean and healthy by picking up litter! A great way to spend an hour AT LUNCHTIME by getting outdoors and helping in your community. 

Park and meet at Long Creek Greenway, at the address listed here for Target Northlake. Take the first left into the lot at the very end of the store building - look for Park & Recreation signs and staff. 

Thank you for choosing to Volunteer with Park & Recreation! Below are a few tips and reminders for a SAFE & PRODUCTIVE Volunteer experience:

If you have questions, or if you have a group who would like to help on a different day, please contact the Park & Recreation Volunteer Coordinator at Karen.Howard@MeckNC.gov or 980-314-1046 (office).

PARKING: Use the listed address for GPS - 3105 Winterfield Place, 28205 - the Garden is on the right directly across from Winterfield Elementary School. Park on the street in front of the Garden's main entrance, or in the school parking lot. 

QUESTIONS? Contact Carla Vitez at winterfieldgarden821@gmail.com 

"Trash Trackers" returns on MONDAYS in 2026! Connect with people and nature, while making a positive difference in Mecklenburg County's green spaces by removing litter! Volunteers will be equipped with litter pick-up sticks and/or gloves. Be aware that trash will be located off trail over uneven and muddy ground. We may walk a cumulative 1-2 miles over uneven terrains. Anyone under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by a parent/ adult. Pre-registration is required - no walk-ups will be accepted!

The instructor will contact all Volunteers a few days before each date to confirm all details.

QUESTIONS? Contact Ariel.Lowery@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or call 704-517-2657.

Celebrate Black excellence, pride, and beauty during Crowned in Culture: A Black History Fashion Experience, an evening of fashion and cultural expression.

Volunteers are needed to help with setup/decoration, event operations and cleanup for an amazing Black History Month Fashion Show at Eastway Regional Recreation Center! Volunteers may help with setup of tables/chairs and decorations; food preparation and serving, activities, etc.; tear-down and cleanup after the event. *African or Traditional attire is encouraged. 

2 shifts are available - you may register for either shift or for BOTH shifts:

> Volunteers should be at least 18 years old - Please wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes (REQUIRED)

QUESTIONS? Contact Katrina.Williams@mecklenburgcountync.gov or 980-314-1469

The Western NC Braille Challenge is coming to Charlotte! Created by the Braille Institute of America, the Braille Challenge is held to motivate students to practice and hone their braille literacy skills, which are essential to academic and employment success. It is open to students in grades 1-12 and is free for participants and their families. Winners of the regional Challenge will have the opportunity to complete nationally in California! Refreshments and lunch are provided for everyone, including volunteers. There will also be informational sessions with speakers on a variety of Blind/VI topics.

VOLUNTEERS are needed to help with general tasks during the event, including registration/check-in, setting up lunch, acting as human guides for participants if needed, etc. You may register for either shift, or for both.  You MUST be at least 18 years old to help with this event. 

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER AS AN EVENT *PROCTOR ASSISTANT* - Braille knowledge is very helpful, but not required. Please contact Natasha Reese at the email or phone below for additional information! 

QUESTIONS? Contact Natasha.Reese@MeckNC.gov or call 980-314-1226

Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks in all aspects of the event, including but not limited to: set-up, clean-up, crafts, games, registration, fairy house building, campfire, obstacle course, etc. Volunteers are needed during 2 shifts: 9:00am-1:00pm or 12:00-4:00pm - you may sign up for either shift or BOTH. Lunch will be provided for Volunteers working both shifts only. Snacks/goody bags for all! 

Please dress for the weather - the Fairy House Festival is a RAIN OR SHINE (or SNOW) event! Many staff and participants wear fairy-themed costumes for this event, so please do so if it makes you happy! Volunteer badges will be provided. 

*Volunteers must be at least age 16! Please also note that adult Volunteers must register and pay for children to attend the Festival (if they are not also Volunteering). 

QUESTIONS? Contact Anjoli.Reynolds@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 980-314-1135

Join Project Captain Ines Trbojevic to help out as we "wake up the Parks" for Spring! Volunteers will be picking up litter and limbs, cleaning up the native plant gardens for the growing season and completing whatever other care is needed! Bring your own work gloves, pruners and small shovels - extra tools will be provided.

QUESTIONS? Contact Stephen at ines_trbojevic@mail.com or call 704-467-6494.

Brunch, Bingo and a Bit o' Luck! Come celebrate St. Patty's Day with great food, festive fun and a classic bingo game with fabulous prizes! Brunch food will be provided. The event begins at 10:00am and ends at 12:00. Offered for individuals aged 13 and up with a disability.

VOLUNTEERS are needed to help with:

Please wear comfortable clothing (green is encouraged!) and closed-toe shoes. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old to help with TIRS programs. 

QUESTIONS? Contact Anna.Ford@MeckNC.gov or call 980-502-2337 

We are seeking friendly, upbeat volunteers to assist local older active adults who are participating in the 2026 Mecklenburg Senior Games and Silver Arts! Under the guidance of Event Managers, volunteers will be responsible for the following tasks for this event: Set up, welcoming participants, check-in, awards presentations, breakdown and basic clean up. Volunteers should be at least 16 years old for this event. 

*This event showcases the talents of Seniors who are participating in the Performing Arts program - we will especially appreciate Volunteers who have experience in performing arts including: theatre arts, music, dance, lighting, photography/video, sound, etc. The event will also include the official OPENING CEREMONY for the Senior Games!

QUESTIONS? Contact Candi.Harper@mecklenburgcountync.gov or call 980-314-1324

We are seeking friendly, upbeat volunteers to assist local older active adults who are participating in the 2026 Mecklenburg Senior Games! Under the guidance of Event Managers, volunteers will be responsible for the following tasks for each event: Set up, welcoming participants, registration, monitoring events, rules enforcement, awards presentations, breakdown and basic clean up. Volunteers must be at least age 12 – anyone under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by a parent/adult.

Familiarity with event rules is appreciated but not required - Park & Recreation staff will instruct all Volunteers! The Fun Walk takes place at the same time as the Performing Arts Showcase inside the Recreation Center. 

QUESTIONS? Contact Michael.Jackson@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 980-314-1359

We are seeking friendly, upbeat volunteers to assist local older active adults who are participating in the 2026 Mecklenburg Senior Games! Under the guidance of Event Managers, volunteers will be responsible for the following tasks for each event: Set up, welcoming participants, registration, monitoring events, rules enforcement, awards presentations, breakdown and basic clean up. Volunteers must be at least age 12 – anyone under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by a parent/adult.

Familiarity with game rules is appreciated but not required - Park & Recreation staff will instruct all Volunteers!

QUESTIONS? Contact Michael.Jackson@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 980-314-1359

We are seeking friendly, upbeat volunteers to assist local older active adults who are participating in the 2026 Mecklenburg Senior Games! Under the guidance of Event Managers, volunteers will be responsible for the following tasks for each event: Set up, welcoming participants, registration, monitoring events, rules enforcement, awards presentations, breakdown and basic clean up. Volunteers must be at least age 12 – anyone under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by a parent/adult.

Familiarity with game rules is appreciated but not required - Park & Recreation staff will instruct all Volunteers!

QUESTIONS? Contact Michael.Jackson@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 980-314-1359

We are seeking friendly, upbeat volunteers to assist local older active adults who are participating in the 2026 Mecklenburg Senior Games! Under the guidance of Event Managers, volunteers will be responsible for the following tasks for each event: Set up, welcoming participants, registration, monitoring events, rules enforcement, awards presentations, breakdown and basic clean up. Volunteers must be at least age 12 – anyone under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by a parent/adult.

Familiarity with game rules is appreciated but not required - Park & Recreation staff will instruct all Volunteers!

QUESTIONS? Contact Michael.Jackson@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 980-314-1359

We are seeking friendly, upbeat volunteers to assist local older active adults who are participating in the 2024 Mecklenburg Senior Games! Under the guidance of Event Managers, volunteers will be responsible for the following tasks for each event: Set up, welcoming participants, registration, monitoring events, rules enforcement, awards presentations, breakdown and basic clean up. Volunteers must be at least age 12 – anyone under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by a parent/adult.

This date includes various "traditional" Track & Field events, including races, long jump, shotput, discus, and football/softball throw. Note that all times and order of events are to be determined. *Ideal for a GROUP of Volunteers! 

QUESTIONS? Contact Michael.Jackson@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 980-314-1359

We are seeking friendly, upbeat volunteers to assist local older active adults who are participating in the 2026 Mecklenburg Senior Games! Under the guidance of Event Managers, volunteers will be responsible for the following tasks for each event: Set up, welcoming participants, registration, monitoring events, rules enforcement, awards presentations, breakdown and basic clean up. Volunteers must be at least age 12 – anyone under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by a parent/adult.

Familiarity with game rules is appreciated but not required - Park & Recreation staff will instruct all Volunteers!

QUESTIONS? Contact Michael.Jackson@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 980-314-1359

We are seeking friendly, upbeat volunteers to assist local older active adults who are participating in the 2026 Mecklenburg Senior Games! Under the guidance of Event Managers, volunteers will be responsible for the following tasks for each event: Set up, welcoming participants, registration, monitoring events, rules enforcement, awards presentations, breakdown and basic clean up. Volunteers should be at least age 16 to help with this event.

Familiarity with game rules is appreciated but not required - Park & Recreation staff will instruct all Volunteers!

QUESTIONS? Contact Michael.Jackson@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 980-314-1359

We are seeking friendly, upbeat volunteers to assist local older active adults who are participating in the 2026 Mecklenburg Senior Games! Under the guidance of Event Managers, volunteers will be responsible for the following tasks for each event: Set up, welcoming participants, registration, monitoring events, rules enforcement, awards presentations, breakdown and basic clean up. Volunteers should be at least age 16 to help with this event.

Familiarity with game rules is appreciated but not required - Park & Recreation staff will instruct all Volunteers!

QUESTIONS? Contact Michael.Jackson@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 980-314-1359

We are seeking friendly, upbeat volunteers to assist local older active adults who are participating in the 2026 Mecklenburg Senior Games and Silver Arts! Under the guidance of Event Managers, volunteers will be responsible for the following tasks for this event: Set up, welcoming participants, check-in, awards presentations, breakdown and basic clean up. Volunteers should be at least 16 years old for this event. 

*The reception will include the awarding of medals for entries in Silver Arts categories including Heritage Arts, Literary Arts, Visual Arts, Performing Arts and Cheerleaders! 

QUESTIONS? Contact Candi.Harper@mecklenburgcountync.gov or call 980-314-1324

We are seeking friendly, upbeat volunteers to assist local older active adults who are participating in the 2026 Mecklenburg Senior Games! Under the guidance of Event Managers, volunteers will be responsible for the following tasks for each event: Set up, welcoming participants, registration, monitoring events, rules enforcement, awards presentations, breakdown and basic clean up. Volunteers must be at least age 12 – anyone under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by a parent/adult.

QUESTIONS? Contact Michael.Jackson@mecklenburgcountync.gov or 980-314-1359

We are seeking friendly, upbeat volunteers to assist local older active adults who are participating in the 2026 Mecklenburg Senior Games! Under the guidance of Event Managers, volunteers will be responsible for the following tasks for each event: Set up, welcoming participants, registration, monitoring events, rules enforcement, awards presentations, breakdown and basic clean up. Volunteers should be at least age 16 to help with this event.

Familiarity with game rules is appreciated but not required - Park & Recreation staff will instruct all Volunteers!

QUESTIONS? Contact Michael.Jackson@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 980-314-1359

We are seeking friendly, upbeat volunteers to assist local older active adults who are participating in the 2026 Mecklenburg Senior Games! Under the guidance of Event Managers, volunteers will be responsible for the following tasks for each event: Set up, welcoming participants, registration, monitoring events, rules enforcement, awards presentations, breakdown and basic clean up. Volunteers should be at least age 16 to help with this event.

Familiarity with game rules is appreciated but not required - Park & Recreation staff will instruct all Volunteers!

QUESTIONS? Contact Michael.Jackson@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 980-314-1359

We are seeking friendly, upbeat volunteers to assist local older active adults who are participating in the 2026 Mecklenburg Senior Games! Under the guidance of Event Managers, volunteers will be responsible for the following tasks for each event: Set up, welcoming participants, registration, monitoring events, rules enforcement, awards presentations, breakdown and basic clean up. Volunteers should be at least age 16 to help with this event.

Familiarity with game rules is appreciated but not required - Park & Recreation staff will instruct all Volunteers!

QUESTIONS? Contact Michael.Jackson@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 980-314-1359

We are seeking friendly, upbeat volunteers to assist local older active adults who are participating in the 2026 Mecklenburg Senior Games! Under the guidance of Event Managers, volunteers will be responsible for the following tasks for each event: Set up, welcoming participants, registration, monitoring events, rules enforcement, awards presentations, breakdown and basic clean up. Volunteers must be at least age 12 – anyone under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by a parent/adult.

Familiarity with game rules is appreciated but not required - Park & Recreation staff will instruct all Volunteers!

QUESTIONS? Contact Michael.Jackson@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 980-314-1359

We are seeking friendly, upbeat volunteers to assist local older active adults who are participating in the 2026 Mecklenburg Senior Games! Under the guidance of Event Managers, volunteers will be responsible for the following tasks for each event: Set up, welcoming participants, registration, monitoring events, rules enforcement, awards presentations, breakdown and basic clean up. Volunteers must be at least age 12 – anyone under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by a parent/adult.

Familiarity with game rules is appreciated but not required - Park & Recreation staff will instruct all Volunteers!

QUESTIONS? Contact Michael.Jackson@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 980-314-1359

We are seeking friendly, upbeat volunteers to assist local older active adults who are participating in the 2024 Mecklenburg Senior Games! Under the guidance of Event Managers, volunteers will be responsible for the following tasks for each event: Set up, welcoming participants, registration, monitoring events, rules enforcement, awards presentations, breakdown and basic clean up. Volunteers must be at least age 12 – anyone under the age of 16 MUST be accompanied by a parent/adult.

Familiarity with game rules is appreciated but not required - Park & Recreation staff will instruct all Volunteers!

QUESTIONS? Contact Michael.Jackson@mecklenburgcountync.gov or 980-314-1359

We are seeking friendly, upbeat volunteers to assist local older active adults who are participating in the 2026 Mecklenburg Senior Games! Under the guidance of Event Managers, volunteers will be responsible for the following tasks for each event: Set up, welcoming participants, registration, monitoring events, rules enforcement, awards presentations, breakdown and basic clean up. Volunteers should be at least 16 years old for this event. 

Familiarity with event rules is appreciated but not required - Park & Recreation staff will instruct all Volunteers!

QUESTIONS? Contact Michael.Jackson@mecklenburgcountync.gov or 980-314-1359

We are seeking friendly, upbeat volunteers to assist local older active adults who are participating in the 2026 Mecklenburg Senior Games! Under the guidance of Event Managers, volunteers will be responsible for the following tasks for each event: Set up, welcoming participants, registration, monitoring events, rules enforcement, awards presentations, breakdown and basic clean up. Volunteers MUST be at least age 16 to help with this event.

Familiarity with game rules is appreciated but not required - Park & Recreation staff will instruct all Volunteers!

QUESTIONS? Contact Michael.Jackson@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 980-314-1359