18th-Annual “Hands On Charlotte Day” rapidly approaching

On October 16, approximately 1,000 Charlotteans will participate in service projects throughout the city – all part of Hands On Charlotte’s 18th-annual “Hands On Charlotte Day.” The event will focus on projects that support Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.

“This year’s ‘Hands On Charlotte Day’ is going to be an exceptional experience for our volunteers, the city’s public schools and our partnering organizations” said Lisa Quisenberry, executive director of Hands On Charlotte. “It’s a special opportunity for people in Charlotte to spend a morning reinvesting in their community.”

At the participating public schools, efforts will include garden and beautification projects and classroom renovations. In addition to projects at schools, volunteers can serve organizations such as the Carolina Raptor Center, Charlotte Nature Museum, Habitat ReStore, Men’s Shelter of Charlotte and Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina, among others.

Individual and team opportunities to volunteer are still available. To register, please visit our Web site for details.