Charlotte Emergency Housing- The only family shelter in Charlotte where men, women and children can all stay for free.  CROSS groups help with maintenance to the facility/grounds such as lawn mowing, shampooing carpets,  fix- it jobs, etc. (Morning Site--15 max)http://www.charlotteemergencyhousing.com 

Crisis Assistance Ministry- A wide reaching ministry that provides rent assistance, medical aid and referrals, free furniture and clothing.  CROSS groups help with sorting, folding and hanging clothes for the store that is free for Crisis’ clients.  We have started a fashion show/contest for the person who can find and wear the craziest outfit will receive a prize at the end of the trip.  (Morning Site, fill up fast but can take a large group if planned in advance)http://www.crisisassistance.org/ 

Habitat Restore- A store where all proceeds benefit building Habitat Homes.  CROSS groups help to organize shelves to create a more items more appealing for sale, help with unloading donations, etc. (Afternoon site- high school only)

The Haven In Highland Creek -The Haven is an assisted living facility for up to 60 Alzheimer’s and dementia individuals.  CROSS groups read to individuals, play bingo, Bible share, sing or play musical instruments (if gifted in this area) clean wheelchairs, wash windows, craft project, etc.  (Afternoon Site--no max) No website at this time (site is behind Concord Mills Mall and could be planned in the afternoon so your group could explore the mall for dinner and your free night  http://www.mapcharlotte.com/ch_concordmills2.html)

Joshua’s Farm-  A farm where youth and adults with disabilities can experience the outdoors and receive physical therapy  through horseback riding and pet therapy.   CROSS groups helps with physical labor on the farm. http://joshuasfarm.org/ Morning Site--15 max) 

Loaves and Fishes- A local food warehouse that collects, sorts, and stores food supplies for 16 local pantries.  The pantries provide a full week of food for families in need.  CROSS groups sort food into bins. (Morning or Afternoon Site--10 max)  http://www.loavesandfishes.org/ 

Second Harvest Food Bank- A regional food bank affiliated with a nation wide program which serves 16 counties out of the facility.  CROSS groups sort salvaged food from grocery stores such as Harris Teeter, Bi Lo, etc.    (Morning Site--10 max, high school only) http://www.secondharvestcharlotte.org/

Urban Ministry Center-    The main function is a soup kitchen that serves lunch 365 days a year.  The day shelter also provides showers, laundry, mail, phone, message board, counseling, job advice, art and literacy program, support groups, NA meetings, etc. CROSS groups participate in a tour of the facility and apanel made up of homeless individuals which is set up to educate youth and adults on homelessness. (Morning Site)    http://www.urbanministrycenter.org

WEEK SITES  

Boys and Girls Club- A summer camp and after school program for low-income families.  CROSS groups lead games and crafts for 60 children at various sites. www.bgca.org 

Charlotte Emergency Housing- The only family shelter in Charlotte where men, women and children can all stay for free.  CROSS groups help with maintenance to the facility/grounds such as lawn mowing, shampooing carpets, fix-it jobs, etc. http://www.charlotteemergencyhousing.com

Charlotte Rescue Mission -  A free substance recovery program for primarily low-income or homeless men.  The 90 day residential program houses 120 men in their facility in uptown Charlotte .  CROSS groups will prepare, serve and eat lunch with clients. http://www.charlotterescuemission.org/

Classroom Central- A free store for teachers where surplus goods are donated by corporations/individuals to be used in the classrooms of Charlotte-Mecklenburg most needy schools.  CROSS groups work in the warehouse sorting school supplies into a variety of bins. http://classroomcentral.org/ 

Crisis Assistance Ministry- A wide reaching ministry that provides rent assistance, medical aid and referrals, free furniture and clothing.  CROSS groups help with sorting, folding and hanging clothes for the store that is free for Crisis’ clients. We have started a fashion show/contest for the person who can find and wear the craziest outfit will receive a prize at the end of the trip. http://www.crisisassistance.org/ 

Double Oaks Nursery - A non-profit daycare for 6 week olds- 12 years of age that was started by MPPC and a John son C Smith University student for the Double Oaks Daycare some 55 years ago.  Majority of the children receive subsidies from Child Resources for daycare fees. CROSS groups share love with the children through play, games/crafts, or field trips. http://www.myersparkpres.org/www/docs/349

Elon Homes for Children-  A community that provides children who have been abused or neglected a safe haven, life skills and education.   Organization includes a residential program for kids ages 2-21, foster care, mental health services and a charter school. CROSS groups lead a 2 hour time with the youth ages 12-18 full of games and crafts. (CROSS groups need to plan the 2 hour time of games and crafts.  This site is use to having middle and high school youth work with them.) http://www.elonhomes.org 

Friendship Trays- An organization that prepares and delivers food to the elderly, impoverished and shut-in community members.  CROSS groups prepare 750 hot/cold meals and deliver a route of food to approx. 10 homes. http://friendshiptrays.org 

Habitat Restore- A store where all proceeds benefit building Habitat Homes.  CROSS groups help to organize shelves to create a more items more appealing for sale, help with unloading donations, etc. (Afternoon site- high school only)

The Haven In Highland Creek -The Haven is an assisted living facility for up to 60 Alzheimer’s and dementia individuals.  CROSS groups read to individuals, play bingo, Bible share, sing or play musical instruments (if gifted in this area) craft project, etc.  (Afternoon Site--no max) No website at this time (site is behind Concord Mills Mall and could be planned in the afternoon so your group could explore the mall for dinner and your free night  http://www.mapcharlotte.com/ch_concordmills2.html)

Hope Junction- After School and Summer programming emphasizes the development of critical technological, leadership and creative skills to area teens who are primarily low income and underserved to enable them to become essential marketplace players and community leaders.  CROSS groups help with robotics summer camps, cleaning and camp preparations for program.  http://clt.hopejunction.us/hj_fullmenu.htm

Hospitality House- A non-profit service that enables families to stay close to their loved ones in the hospital without the emotional or financial stress of finding suitable lodging or making long communities.  They provide a comfortable bed, hot meals, and a quite place to relax.  CROSS groups assist in maintenance to facility/grounds or making baked goods for the guests. http://hospitalityhouseofcharlotte.org/ 

Jackson Park Ministries- The vision of Jackson Park Ministries is to see the families, children and all individuals of Jackson Park, Charlotte and surrounding communities come to know Christ as their Savior and Lord; becoming productive citizens in the community and serving others as a disciple of Christ.  CROSS groups help in the summers leading VBS and working in their food, clothing and apartment ministries. http://jacksonpark.org

Jacob’s Ladder- A non-profit organization that helps unemployed and underemployed people find and keep living wage jobs.  CROSS groups participate in life skills courses and serve lunch to participants. http://www.jacobsladdercharlotte.org/

Lifespan Circle School-   An integrated daycare for disabled children and traditionally developed children.  CROSS groups assist classroom teachers with playing inside and on the playgrounds, snack time, circle time, etc. http://www.lifespanservices.org/index.html 

Lifespan Providence Center-    An adult daycare for physically, mentally and emotionally disabled seniors.  CROSS groups spend time with residents through bingo, crafts, singing music and dancing. http://www.lifespanservices.org/index.html

Loaves and Fishes - A local food warehouse that collects, sorts, and stores food supplies for 16 local pantries.  The pantries provide a full week of food for families in need.  CROSS groups sort food into bins. http://www.loavesandfishes.org/

McCreesh Place-    Charlotte’s first SRO (single-room occupancy apartment community) designed to help disabled men who were formally homeless with permanent housing and support services.  CROSS groups help with maintenance to the facility/grounds and interact with residents. www.mccreeshplace.org 

Nevins Center- A non-profit organization that provides job training and placement services for adults with developmental and similar disabilities.   CROSS Groups will work alongside adults to complete their assigned work for the day. http://www.nevinsinc.org