Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Charleston Area Volunteer Opportunities

Do you want to know how to improve the community where you live? There’s no better way than to give some of your time to a local charitable organization that supports those who are less fortunate. In Charleston, there are endless ways to give back. 

Education

Just down the street from the first residential neighborhoods at Point Hope, the Philip Simmons schools (K-12) are helping children prepare for their futures and build a better tomorrow. But the faculty and staff at our community schools can’t do it alone. They are in constant need of volunteers to help with school events, mentoring programs, PTA fundraisers and more. You can complete an online application at https://apps.raptortech.com/Apply. You must be over the age of 18 to apply. 

Philanthropy

The new Cainhoy Peninsula Rotary Club is a satellite club sponsored by the Rotary Club of Daniel Island, an internationally recognized Club that has raised millions of dollars for philanthropic initiatives in the past two decades. As part of the global Rotary network of 1.4 million participants worldwide, the Cainhoy Peninsula Rotary Club aims to take action to create lasting change within our communities through its philanthropic efforts, educational services and charity events. For more information on how to become a Cainhoy Peninsula Rotarian, visit cainhoyrotary.com.

Animal Welfare

The Berkeley County Animal Shelter is in continual need of support and assistance from the public to ensure rescued and neglected animals have a healthy, safe and loving environment while they wait to be placed into a loving lifelong home. The shelter offers offsite and onsite volunteer opportunities, and you can also donate towards medical expenses, foster supplies and general care. Visit animalcenter.berkeleycountysc.gov to learn more.

Veteran Support

Founded by American Veterans, the Warrior Surf Foundation provides surf therapy programs to enhance the psychological and physical well-being of Veterans, active duty service members and their families. The programs strive to address challenges such as PTSD, moral injury, physical disabilities and TBI through socialization, team building, family participation and interpersonal communication skills. Go to warriorsurf.org to find out more about this amazing local organization.