Community Opportunities
Community Opportunities
Many groups in the Charlotte region host events and opportunities open to anyone interested in getting more involved with sustainability in the community. You can find a list of upcoming events and opportunities below. This list will be updated as new events are scheduled. For nonprofit groups that host multiple events that often recur throughout the year, there is a pull-down menu with details for each group.
nonprofit events
NC Wildlife Federation Charlotte Wildlife Stewards Events – Spring 2026
Keep Charlotte Beautiful Street Cleanup
Date: Saturday, February 28, 10am – 12pm
Location: Panera Bread (3625 City Park Drive, Charlotte, NC 28217)
Go clean and green by joining NC Wildlife Federation Charlotte Wildlife Stewards Chapter in a trash cleanup along a stretch of Tyvola Road. Trash is harmful to wildlife and pollutes our streams, rivers, and oceans. Did you know that every 25 pounds of trash collected turns into a native tree planted by the North Carolina Wildlife Federation? That’s the green part! All tools and equipment will be provided. Registration is required!
Creek Week Cleanup
Date: Sunday, March 22, 3pm – 5pm
Location: Chantilly Ecological Sanctuary (2656 Laburnam Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205)
NCWF Charlotte Wildlife Stewards Chapter will participate in Charlotte Mecklenburg Storm Water Services’ annual Creek Week! Work together to remove trash and debris in and around Briar Creek at Chantilly Ecological Sanctuary. Join NCWF in restoring habitat by removing trash that harms wildlife here and downstream. This is a family-friendly event. Habitat stewards of today and the future are all welcome!
Monthly Educational Programs
Monthly educational programs run from September through May and are offered in-person at Sardis Baptist Church and online. Occasionally, there will be a remote speaker, in which case the program will be online only.
View all of Charlotte Wildlife Stewards’ events and volunteer opportunities here
Habitat for Humanity Events – Spring 2026
Youth and Young Professionals Volunteer Days
Dates: Multiple dates throughout the spring
Location: Various locations across the Charlotte Region
Looking for meaningful ways to make a difference? Habitat Charlotte Region offers a variety of volunteer opportunities for students, young adults, and youth groups. Opportunities include single-day volunteering at the ReStore, construction projects, or organizing a book drive; and ongoing opportunities, including internships and becoming a regular volunteer.
View all of Habitat’s volunteer opportunities here
Innovation Barn Events – Spring 2026
Free Public Tour
Dates: Tuesdays at 1 pm, Fridays at 11 am, and Saturdays at 1 pm
Location: 932 Seigle Ave Charlotte, NC
Innovation Barn tours are first-come-first-served for the first 20 individuals who sign up. On a tour of the Innovation Barn, you’ll experience firsthand how sustainability and innovation intersect to create a zero-waste future for Charlotte. The tour is approximately 45 minutes. Meet at the front desk inside the first set of glass double doors.
Circular Saturdays
Dates: Every Saturday, 11am – 4pm
Location: 932 Seigle Ave Charlotte, NC
Circular Saturdays are a great way to engage with the Innovation Barn and experience sustainability in action. Stop by to grab a coffee, explore the Barn at your own pace, or sign up for a guided tour to learn more about our circular economy initiatives. They also offer hands-on workshops where you can dive deeper into topics like upcycling, composting, and zero-waste living.
See a full calendar of upcoming Innovation Barn events here!
Keep Mecklenburg Beautiful Events – Spring 2026
Quarterly Clean Up
Date: Thursday, March 12, 9am – 12pm
Location: 5225 Spector Drive Charlotte, NC 28269
Join Keep Mecklenburg Beautiful for their quarterly clean-up. Registration is required.
Recycle the Runway
Date: Saturday, April 25th, 10am – 12:30pm; 12:30pm – 3pm
Location: 6801 Northlake Mall Drive, Charlotte, NC 28216
A unique fashion show crafted and designed by students attending a Mecklenburg County public or private high school. Students model their amazing designs and creativity with an Avant Garde outfit that is crafted from 85% of recyclable materials. Volunteer help with the event here.
See a full calendar of upcoming Keep Mecklenburg Beautiful events here!
Sustain Charlotte Events – Spring 2026
Sustain Charlotte Ambassador Training
Date: Saturday, January 24, 10am – 12pm
Location: Plaza Midwood Library (1623 Central Ave Charlotte, 28205)
Become an ambassador for Sustain Charlotte! This free training session will last approximately two hours at the Plaza Midwood Library’s community room. Volunteers will be guided through an initial staff presentation about the mission and history of Sustain Charlotte and learn about efforts being taken today to generate a healthier, more equitable, and vibrant community.
See a full list of upcoming Sustain Charlotte events here!
TreesCharlotte Events – Spring 2026
TreeAmbassador Training Winter Season 26
Date: Tuesday, February 10, 5:30 – 7 PM
Location: 4404 Stuart Andrew Boulevard, Charlotte, North Carolina
Become a TreeAmbassador with TreesCharlotte and advocate for tree planting and preservation in your community. TreeAmbassadors are specially trained volunteers representing TreesCharlotte at outreach events, educational opportunities, and more!
See a full list of upcoming TreesCharlotte events here!
other events
Charlotte Mecklenburg Stormwater Services: Creek Week & The Big Spring Clean
Date: Saturday, March 21st – March 28th (Creek Week), Saturday, March 28th, 9am – 12pm (Big Spring Clean)
Location: Various sites across the Charlotte region
Creek Week 2026 will take place March 21st- 28th, 2026, with The Big Spring Clean rounding up the week on the 28th from 9 am-12 pm. This is a week dedicated to celebrating and appreciating our surface waters through volunteering, education, and environmental stewardship.
City of Charlotte Stormwater Services Volunteer Days
Dates: Every second Saturday and last Thursday of the month
Location: Various locations across the Charlotte region
Come help us keep our surface waters pollution-free! CMSWS hosts a volunteer event twice per month, as well as some additional events throughout the year. Events include: stream cleanup, storm drain marking, and tree maintenance.
Mecklenburg County Parks & Recreation Opportunities
Dates: Multiple through the Spring
Location: Various locations across Mecklenburg County
Join Mecklenburg County Parks & Rec for various community volunteering opportunities – including litter clean-ups and beautification projects.