Center for Career and Civic Engagement
Division of Student Life • Winthrop University
Contact Us: 803/323.2141 • www.winthrop.edu/CCE
Volunteer Directory
Adult Enrichment Centers
http://www.adultenrichmentcenters.org
359 Park Avenue Rock Hill, SC 29730
Contact: Dee Curren, 803-327-7448
Adult Day Care Services is a daytime community program providing supportive health and social services to
frail adults (18 & older). A holistic approach to client activities helps to maintain their maximum level of
independence, support their physical and mental functioning, and provide respite to family and other
caregivers.
Volunteers assist with age and limitation appropriate exercises, crafts, games, songs, hand/foot care, reading
aloud, walking, and mealtimes.
Alexander Youth Network
http://www.alexanderyouthnetwork.org
6220 Thermal Road, Charlotte, NC 28211
Contact: Ashley Niezes, 704-227-9115
Alexander Youth Network is North Carolina’s leading provider of children’s behavioral healthcare. We provide a
comprehensive array of services developed to treat children with, or at risk for, serious emotional disturbance.
Our services include day treatment, outpatient therapy, psychiatric residential treatment, diverse array of
therapeutic family homes, community-based services, a shelter for children in crisis, and mentoring for children
involved with the juvenile justice system. Alexander serves more than 1,000 children each year from nearly
three quarters of North Carolina’s 100 counties.
Volunteers are needed to serve in a variety of capacities: special events, tutors, volunteer groups to leads
activities with children, and administrative duties.
All American Athletes
http://www.firstarp.org/just-joy
201 E. White Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730
Contact: Lesslie Pursley, Co-Director, at 803.367.1455 or allamericanathletes@gmail.com
Jamey Dagenhart, Co-Director, at 803.517.4893 or justjoy@firstarp.org
All American Athletes (AAA) mission is to enable all students, regardless of disability, to participate in
extracurricular sports activities. AAA provides an environment where kids can learn social skills, selfconfidence, and motor skills all while having fun! AAA insures maximum participation regardless of skill or
ability levels. AAA is all about breaking barriers, developing independence, fostering friendships and sharing
Christ’s love through a recreational sports league. AAA consists of a Fall, Winter, and Spring League that is
held on Sunday afternoons. AAA is a 5-week commitment each season for approximately 1.5 hours each
week.
Boys and Girls Clubs of York County
http://www.bgcyc.org/
410 E. Black St., Rock Hill, SC 29730
Contact: Rasheeda White, 803-810-8423/803-324-7920, rwhite@bgcyc.org
The Boys & Girls Clubs of York County’s mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us
most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens.
Volunteers assist with PowerHour, after-school homework assistance, as well as programs in the areas of
Character & Leadership Development; Health & Life Skills; The Arts; Sports, Fitness & Recreation and
Education & Career Development. Volunteers are needed to mentor teens, assist in sporting events, and serve
as coaches and referees.
There are 5 sites: Northside (elementary site), Fort Mill (elementary site), Rock Hill Teen Center, Catawba
Teen Center, and Clover Teen Center. The hours for the elementary sites operate 2:30 pm- 6 pm. The teen
sites 3:30 pm- 8:00 pm; Clover is 3:00 pm- 7:30 pm.
Internships are available for Winthrop University students.
Last updated: March 2016
Affinity Health Center
http://affinityhealthcenter.org/
500 Lakeshore Parkway, Rock Hill, SC 29730
Contact: Lane Brafford, 803-909-9709, lbrafford@affinityhealthcenter.org
Affinity Health Center offers a variety of services, medical, dental, nutrition, mental health, Case management
and prevention services.
Volunteers are needed for prevention educational programs, social and support groups, as office assistants
and special projects. Please fill out the application online in order to take part in volunteer opportunities.
Central Child Development Center
http://ccd.rock-hill.k12.sc.us/
414 East Black Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730
Contact: Missy Pusey, mpusey@rhmail.org
The Central Child Development Center and its satellite campus at the Applied Technology Center serve over
300 4-year olds who exhibit a need in the school district. It is a public school with certified teachers that offers
morning sessions at 7:30-10:15 and afternoon sessions at 11:20-2:05.
Volunteers are needed to serve as mentors and tutors to read to students and participate in activities.
Volunteers must be approved by the school district before beginning any volunteer experience. Volunteer
applications are available on the school district website and it takes about 2 weeks for the process (including a
background check) to be completed. Students need to contact Missy Pusey after they have been approved as
volunteers and at least a week before they would like to volunteer.
The Children’s Attention Home
http://www.attentionhome.org
P.O. Box 2912, Rock Hill, SC 29732
Contact: Sharada Abraham, 803-328-8871, sabraham@attentionhome.org
The Children’s Attention Home provides emergency residential and supportive service to children who have
been victims of abuse, neglect, and abandonment, ages birth to 21.
Volunteers are needed to serve as tutors, homework helpers, classroom buddies. All talents and skills are
needed.
Department of Juvenile Justice
http://www.state.sc.us/djj/index.php
1070 Heckle Blvd, Rock Hill, SC 29732 Suite 203
Contact: Vanessa Williams, 803-909-7500, vselmo@scdjj.net Anna Melvin ext.7500
The Department of Juvenile Justice is responsible for providing rehabilitation and custodial care for the state’s
juveniles who are on probation, incarcerated, or on parole for a criminal or status offense.
Volunteers are needed to serve at the TASC (Teen After School Center) and as auxiliary probation officers.
Auxiliary probation officers must be 21. Volunteers must undergo an extensive criminal background check and
DSS check (no fee is involved; DJJ will submit information for you).
Door of Hope 4 Teens
http://www.doorofhope4teens.org/
Address: Regent Park, Fort Mill, SC 29715
Contact: Debra Cornacchia, 914-393-1904, doorofhope4teens@gmail.com
Door of Hope 4 Teens is a nonprofit organization or headquarters are in Fort Mill South Carolina. We help
teens and young adults who are struggling with self-harm also known as cutting. Teens reach us via text
messaging, email, phone calls and local support group here in Fort mill.
This is the criteria that is needed for our volunteers: Must be 22 years old and over; studying slats for majoring
in mental health; youth ministry, and/or psychology; have a passion to work with teens and young adults who
are struggling with addictive behaviors; be able to meet monthly and Fort mill location for workshops/training;
and have access to cell phone and personal laptop
Last updated: March 2016
Dorothy Day Soup Kitchen
902 Crawford Rd., Rock Hill, SC 29730 (Bannon Hall of St. Mary’s Catholic Church)
Contact: Beverly Carroll, 803-366-4142
The Dorothy Day Soup Kitchen exists to serve a free, hot meal in safe pleasant surroundings to whoever
comes through the door. Everyone is welcome and no questions are asked.
Volunteers are needed from 10:30 am to 1:00pm Monday-Saturday. Volunteers need to be scheduled a
minimum of one month ahead. Volunteers are needed to help with meal preparation, serving and clean-up. All
volunteers must be scheduled in advance with Beverly Carroll.
Emmett Scott Recreation Center/C.R.A.V.E.
http://www.cityofrockhill.com/departments/parks-recreation-tourism/parks-facilities/emmett-scott
801 Crawford Road, Rock Hill, SC 29730
Contact: Laurie Helms, 803-329-5620
The Emmett Scott Recreation Center is home to the C.R.A.V.E. after school program. C.R.A.V.E. is dedicated
to helping the development of youth by providing role models and positive messages for these young people.
Volunteers are needed to work with youth in various programs.
Family Promise of York County
http://familypromiseyc.org/
404 East Main Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730
Contact: Jennifer Malzahn, 803-329-2456
Family Promise of York County is a non-profit organization that provides meals, shelter, support services, and
life skills training for homeless parents and children through coordination with area churches, social service
agencies, and volunteers. The vision of Family Promise of York County is that parents and children leave the
program better equipped to meet life’s challenges. The goal of Family Promise of York County is that families
resume and maintain self-sufficiency and independence in permanent housing.
Family Promise of York County Day Center needs volunteers to provide transportation to agencies,
employment, medical appointments, etc. Volunteers can also baby-sit, provide companionship, assist in filling
out forms, writing resumes, job searches, provide children’s activities, tutor, supervise office when staff is out,
supervise and plan weekend activities, cover early mornings, run errands, assist with maintenance repairs, and
more.
Florence Crittenton Services (FCS)
http://www.fcsnc.org/
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 36392, Charlotte, NC 28236
Physical Address: 1300 Blythe Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203
Contact: Jessie Craig, 704-372-4663 ext.401, jcraig@fcsnc.org
Florence Crittenton Services promotes health and hope for tomorrow’s children by providing comprehensive
health, educational, and social services to single, pregnant adolescents and women and their families.
Volunteers are needed to serve as tutors, babysitters, gardeners, maintenance assistants, cooks, and activity
group participants.
Fort Mill Care Center
http://www.fortmillcarecenter.org
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1401, Fort Mill, SC 29716
Physical Address: 2760 Old Nation Road Fort Mill, SC 29715
Contact: Diana Bernard, 803-547-7620/803-547-7850, president@fortmillcarecenter.org
A volunteer run non-profit organization of concerned citizens who address the immediate needs of other
citizens within the town of Fort Mill, South Carolina. Our major emphasis is helping families who find
themselves in need of basic necessities. If we cannot provide adequate assistance, we try to provide counsel,
or guidance to other agencies that can help. We’re open Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9AM to
12PM.
Volunteers are needed to perform jobs as receptionists, interviewers, or filers.
Last updated: March 2016
Girls on the Run
www.gotrtricountysc.org
215 Whitegrove Drive, Fort Mill, SC 29715
Contact: Sarah Heins, 803-493-3834, sarah.heins@girlsontherun.org
Girls on the Run is a life changing learning program for girls ages 8-13. The program is designed to increase
physical activity and emotional health by providing girls with the tools to make healthy decisions and form
healthy self images.
Volunteer opportunities are available for coaches, assistant coaches, mentors, and assistants at our 5K race.
Girl Scouts Hornets’ Nest Council
www.hngirlscouts.org
7007 Idlewild Rd. Charlotte, NC 28212
Contact: Sydney Crouch, 704-731-6508, scrouch@hngirlscouts.org
Girl Scouts is the world's preeminent organization dedicated solely to girls where, in an accepting and nurturing
environment, girls build character and skills for success in the real world. In partnership with committed adults,
girls develop qualities that will serve them all their lives: strong values, social conscience, and conviction of
their own self-worth.
There are many ways to volunteer with Girl Scouting: be a leader, work with at-risk girls, help with day-events
or be an outdoor facilitator!
Head Start/Carolina Community Action
http://carolinacommunityactions.org/html/head_start_programs_.html
Mailing Address: PO Box 933, Rock Hill, SC 29731
Physical Address: 138 South Oakland Avenue, Rock Hill, SC 29731
Contact: Weyling White, 803-366-5398, wwhite@ccainc.org
Head Start provides comprehensive educational services, which include Social Services, Transportation,
Transition, Disability and Health. Head Start serves children, ages three to five, who meet federal income
guidelines.
Volunteers are needed to assist in classrooms, nurturing children, chaperoning field trips, and performing
general office duties.
Hospice & Community Care
http://www.hospicecommunitycare.org
Contact: Sarah Dunning, 803-329-1500, sdunning@hospicecommmunity.org
Mailing Address: PO BOX 993, Rock Hill, SC 29731
Physical Address: 2275 India Hook Road, Rock Hill, SC 29732
Hospice & Community Care is a nonprofit organization that serves terminally ill patients and their families.
Their goal is to provide quality health care, pain and symptom management, as well as social, spiritual, and
volunteer support.
Volunteers are needed for patient companion, clerical support, customer service and sorting at the resale
shop, fundraising, public events, and assisting with children and family bereavement program.
Iswa Head Start
http://iswaheadstart.com/
1540 Tom Steven Rd., Rock Hill, SC 29730
Contact: Melissa Harris, (803) 328-2267, mharris@iswaheadstart.com
The Head Start mission is to improve the lives of low-income children by providing quality comprehensive child
development services that are family focused, including education, health, nutrition and mental health.
Volunteers are needed to assist in classrooms, nurturing children, and chaperoning field trips and ground
maintenance.
Last updated: March 2016
Keystone Substance Abuse Services
www.keystoneyork.org
199 S. Herlong Ave. Rock Hill, SC 29732
Contact: Marianela Colclough, 803.323.6862, MColclough@keystoneyork.org
Keystone provides treatment, intervention, and prevention services related to alcohol, tobacco, and other
drugs. They offer educational programs, individual counseling, and structured groups for adolescents and DUI
offenders, as well as in-patient detoxification. The agency also provides intensive outpatient treatment for
those who work during the day and for addicted women and their children.
Volunteers are needed to help with Health Fairs, event planning and similar activities throughout the year. In
addition, volunteers are needed for the “Summer Safety Fun Festival” in early May and the “Chocolate
Festival” in November.
Life Builders ESL Ministry
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 36817, Rock Hill, SC 29732
Contact: Bill Ragan, 803-579-1511, lifebuilders@yorkbaptists.org
Life Builders ESL Ministry was organized in 2000 in order to help Internationals, by teaching English to those
who were coming to live in the York County, SC, area. The work of Life Builders is to teach English; the goal is
to be able to share Christ's love with all of the students.
Volunteer needs assistant teachers and child care workers. Two sites that host this program are: El
Tabernaculo De Testimonio Wednesday night at 7pm and Convenient Presbyterian Tuesday night at 7pm
Love N Cherish Family Center, Inc.
www.lovencherish.org
2199 Mt Holly Road Rock Hill, SC 29730
Contact: Erica Roseborough, 803-327-3761, erica@lovencherish.org
Love N Cherish Family Center, Inc. provides quality childcare through Love N Cherish Academy benefiting the
child, the parent, the staff, and the community. In addition to educating early learners Love N Cherish provides
nutritious meals and necessities to families participating in the childcare program as well as those in the
community.
Volunteers are needed in a variety of capacities: assist in classrooms, plan early learning activities, lead family
and community involvement activities, fundraise, serve as P.A.L.S (Partners at the Academy Learning and
Sharing), administrative duties, boutique managers, prepare food/necessity bags, maintain necessity closet,
building maintenance, donation pick up, playscape (playground) design/makeover, ground maintenance, and
more. All skill sets are welcomed.
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
http://www.nationalmssociety.org/Chapters/NCT
9771 Southern Pine Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28273
Contact: Alicia Hyatt, (704) 525-2955
The Greater Carolinas Chapter works to improve the quality of life for people affected by MS in North Carolina
and South Carolina and raise funds for critical MS research. Join the movement toward a world free of MS.
Volunteers are needed to assist with mass market events including 19 walks (cities vary across NC and SC)
and 3 bike events. Volunteers are also needed year-round to assists with office needs.
P.A.T.H., Inc.
www.pathyork.org
Mailing Address: PO Box 52, York, SC 29745
Physical Address: 204 Raille Street, York, SC 29745
Contact: Laurielynn Comer, 803-684-3992, laurielynncomer@gmail.com
PATH is an emergency assistance center that provides food, financial assistance, and clothing to those in
need.
Volunteers needed to serve as food pantry workers, intake interviewers, food packagers, and clothing sorters.
Last updated: March 2016
Piedmont Medical Center – Volunteer Auxiliary
http://www.piedmontmedicalcenter.com/en-US/Pages/default.aspx
222 S. Herlong Avenue, Rock Hill, SC 29731
Contact: Susan Malette, 803-329-6828, susan.malette@tenethealth.com
The purpose of the Volunteer Auxiliary is to promote the welfare of patients in the Piedmont Healthcare System
by personal service to the hospital and its patients.
Volunteers are needed to help with the ER Dept. information desk, imaging, flower delivery, surgery support,
resource center, and patient assistance.
Pilgrim’s Inn
http://www.pilgrimsinn.org
Mailing Address: PO Box 11328, Rock Hill, SC 29731
Physical Address: 236 W. Main Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730
Contact: Meagan Gostomski, 803-327-4227, mgostomski@pilgrimsinn.org
Pilgrim’s Inn provides supportive services which empower others towards self-sufficiency. This is
accomplished through two (2) residential programs for homeless women and children (a 90-day shelter for
single women, and, families of women with children under the age of 18; and, transitional apartments for
women and children who have a mental health diagnosis as well as are chronically homeless), an emergency
assistance food pantry, and affordable child care for pre-school aged children.
Volunteers are needed to assist in each of these programs in addition to general opportunities which include
the reception areas (main entrance and child care center), tutoring for adults and children, grounds
maintenance and special events/activities.
Project Hope
http://www.projecthope-rockhill.org/
Mailing Address: PO Box 774, Rock Hill, SC 29731
Physical Address: 411 Park Avenue, Rock Hill, SC 29731
Contact: Bo Coleman, 803-230-3401/(803) 328-8000
Project Hope is a Christian scripture based organization that assists members of the community who are facing
crisis situations. The organization has a food bank, clothing closet, and also provides financial support to pay
utility bills.
Volunteers are needed to take applications, make food bags, and work at the Clothing Closet.
Providence Care
www.providencecanhelp.com
1736 Old York Road, York, SC 29745
Contact: Nicci Melton, (803) 818-6955, nmelton@providencecanhelp.com (Never in office)
Providence Care is a geriatric wellness system consisting of House Calls, Hospice, and Palliative Care. We
serve York County and surrounding counties. In every life we touch, we believe in challenging the boundaries
of what we think we know. We believe in healing beyond a cure by inspiring, leading, and empowering others
to see and obtain for themselves a greater vision of what can be. We are hope in action, and we refuse to
stand still.
Volunteer opportunities include activities, crafts, friendly visits, clerical/marketing support, pet therapy, Life
Stories and Legacies project, lawn and garden assistance, beautician services, bereavement support, and
more.
Rebound Alternative Program
http://rb.rock-hill.k12.sc.us/
1234 Flint Street Ext. Rock Hill, SC 29730
Contact: Hank Hammond, 803-981-1087, hhammond@rhmail.org
Project Rebound is an alternative school for middle school students who have been trouble at school.
Volunteers needed to tutor during school hours, Monday through Friday.
Last updated: March 2016
Renew Our Community (ROC)
http://www.renewoc.org/
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 907, Rock Hill, SC 29731
Physical Address: 119 East White Street, Rock Hill, SC 29731
Contact: Jean Dickenson, (803) 328-0003, j.dickenson@renewoc.org
ROC is a community outreach program that provides many services to its clients. Clients can receive job and
education counseling, have access to a computer lab, get a ride through our transportation service, or have
temporary home base to rest their heads at night. Please look into the services we offer to our clients, and
maybe there is someone you know that could use the help to getting back on track.
Safe Passage
http://safepassagesc.org/Library1004-1/Index.asp
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 11458, Rock Hill, SC 29731
Contact: Crystal O'Gorman, (803) 329-3336 Ext.229, cogorman@safepassagesc.org
Safe Passage is a nonprofit that advocates for victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and
child abuse in York, Chester, Lancaster and Union counties. We offer services such as emergency housing for
domestic violence victims and their children, crisis counseling, legal advocacy, residential and non-residential
goal-focused advocacy, life skills classes and support groups. We also have a 24/7 crisis hotline and a
community outreach program.
Volunteers can work in any department that meets their interest, skills and availability. Volunteer roles include
administrative support, crisis call advocate, child advocate, childcare, life skills and activities facilitator, legal
advocate, residential advocate (shelter support) and community outreach support. All volunteers will receive 25
hours of training and job shadowing.
Saint Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital
http://www.stjude.org/
6000 Fairview Road, Charlotte, NC 28210
Contact: Maya Smith, 704-554-7710, maya.smith@stjude.org
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood
cancer and other life-threatening diseases. It is the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive
Cancer Center devoted solely to children.
Volunteers will assist in fundraising events and activities to support St. Jude.
Salvation Army
http://www.salvationarmycarolinas.org/rockhill/home/
Mailing Address: PO Box 11585, Rock Hill, SC 29731
Physical Address: 119 South Charlotte Avenue, Rock Hill, SC 29731
Contact: Nancy Landermen, 803-324-5141 #6
The Salvation Army is an evangelical part of the Universal Christian Church. Its mission is to preach the gospel
of Jesus Christ and meet human needs without discrimination.
Volunteers can help as drivers and servers on Wednesday nights, and help with cleaning on Fridays. Help is
also needed around the Christmas holiday to ring bells and assist with the toy drive.
SpringCroft at Ashley Park
6770 Broad Street, Charlotte, NC 28210
Contact: Jenny Godfrey, 704-643-5090, sccoordinator@slnusbaum.net
SpringCroft at Ashley Park is a low-income and active/independent senior apartment building. We are looking
for volunteers that would enjoy spending time with our seniors.
We need volunteers for activities such as, arts and crafts, games, music, exercise, computers, and other
activities.
Last updated: March 2016
STAR (Student Tutorial and Recreation Program) - Oakland Avenue Presbyterian Church
421 Oakland Avenue, Rock Hill, SC 29730
Contact: Leslie Williford, 803-493-2306
STAR is an after-school program conducted in conjunction with Ebenezer Elementary School for children in 1st
through 5th grades. The program provides activities that support and encourage success in school in the
earliest grades.
Volunteers serve as tutors for 1st-6th graders. Hours are Thursdays from 2:15 – 4:00.
Tender Hearts Ministries
http://www.tenderheartsinyork.org/
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 634, York, SC 29745
Physical Address: 130 Inmans Cross Road, York, SC 29745
1735 Heckle Blvd #117, Rock Hill, SC 29732
Contact: Ainslee House, 803-684-3131, ainslee@tenderheartsinyork.org
Tender Hearts Ministries exist so that those in needs may receive food, clothing, shelter, access to local
human service agencies, educational opportunities and compassion. Distribute food, maintain supply closet,
building maintenance, lawn care, office support, retail thrift store, recreation special events, teaching classes:
GED tutoring, nutrition/ cooking, music, and more.
Volunteers are need to distribute food, maintain supply closet, building maintenance, lawn care, office support,
retail thrift store, recreation special events, teaching classes: GED tutoring, nutrition/ cooking, music, and
more.
Thompson Child & Family Focus and York Place
http://thompsoncff.org
6800 Saint Peters Lane, Matthews, NC
Contact: Mallory Seibel, (704) 644-4436, meseibel@thompsoncff.org
Thompson centers on the well-being of children and their families. Founded in 1886 as an orphanage,
Thompson is a non-profit organization operating across the Carolinas, each providing comprehensive
education, treatment, and care for children (birth to 18 years) in need.
At Thompson, we do whatever it takes to help strengthen children, families, and communities. We offer an
array of services, including Psychiatric Residential Treatment, Foster Care, Early Childhood Education &
Outreach, Family Education, Outpatient Therapy, NC Wraparound, Family Partners, and Intensive In-Home
Services. Thompson serves over 12,000 children and families a year from four distinct campuses.
York County Board of Disabilities and Special Needs
http://www.yorkdsnb.org/
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 549, York, SC 29745
Physical Address: 7900 Park Place Road, York, SC 29745
Contact: Jackie Davis, 803-628-5999, jdavis@yorkdsnb.org (No longer after Mon.)
YCBDSN provides services and support to individuals with intellectual disabilities, related developmental
disabilities, and survivors of head and spinal cord injuries.
Volunteers are needed to help individuals participate in community activities, serve as “buddies,” and assist
with clerical work.
York County Christian Women’s Job Corps
http://www.yorkcountycwjc.org/
Mailing Address: PO 36698, Rock Hill, SC 29730.
Physical Address: 434 Museum Road, Rock Hill, SC 29732
Contact: Carrie Mann, 803-327-6077, cwjc@yorkcountycwjc.org
York County Christian Women's Job Corps began in 1996 as one of five pilot sites for Christian Woman's Job
Corps, a ministry of WMU, in the nation. This ministry was created to address the spiritual, emotional and
practical needs of economically disadvantaged women and children in York County. Its purpose is to provide a
Christian context in which women are equipped for life and employment, in an environment where women help
women. That purpose is fulfilled when a woman has the skills to be self-sufficient within her culture.
Last updated: March 2016
York County Council on Aging
http://www.yccoa.com
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 11519, Rock Hill, SC 29731
Physical Address: 917 Standard Street, Rock Hill, SC 29731
Contact: Lyn Garris, 803-328-0197, ext. 311, lgarris@yccoa.com
The York County Council on Aging assists senior citizens in remaining independent by providing services to
further that goal, including congregate meals in our 7 senior centers, home delivered meals, homemaker
services, transportation and housing. Our senior centers are located in Rock Hill, York, Fort Mill and Clover in
York County; and Edgemoor, Chester and Great Falls in Chester County. There are volunteer opportunities at
each center.
Volunteers are needed to deliver lunches Monday through Friday between the hours of 10:30 and 11:30 am for
about an hour. We also invite volunteers to visit any one of our senior centers to deliver meals, call Bingo, lead
a singing session, put on a performance, help with crafts, coordinate Wii bowling or other games, or to speak
on any topic that might be of interest to our seniors.
Youth Development – Clemson Extension (4-H)
http://www.clemson.edu/york
Mailing Address: PO Box 669, York, SC 29745
Physical Address: 120 North Congress Street, York, SC 29745
Contact: Faith Isreal, 803-684-9919 ext.113, fisreal@clemson.edu
Clemson Extension agents with primary Youth Development responsibilities work closely with state extension
specialists and researchers located on campus and at the various research and education centers located
across the state. They provide expertise in topics including animal agriculture and veterinary science, natural
resources and the environment, gardening, leadership and citizenship, personal growth and development, and
science.
The Youth Source
http://youthsourcesupporters.blogspot.com/
Mailing Address: PO Box 3144, Rock Hill, SC 29731
Physical Address: 1365 Ebenezer Road, Rock Hill, SC 29731
Contact: Trina Ricks, 803-366-9119, theyouthsource@gmail.com (Carol)
Formerly the Teen Health Center, The Youth Source serves those ages 11-18 in York County. Every child
deserves a bright future and the tools to help them get there. That’s what The Youth Source offers. Whether
benefitting from programs, friendship and guidance, or from their own efforts to assist other young people, the
youth of York County find the tools they need at The Youth Source to grow into healthy adults of good
character and strong personal skills. Investing in our youth & families by giving them V.O.I.C.E.S. to make
positive decisions through Volunteering, Outreach, Information, Character Development, Education, and
Support.
Volunteers contribute in many ways. Here are just a few: Create interactive education games and activities,
research current education facts and statistics, plan and/or supervise events and activities, promote The Youth
Source at community events, become a mentor, and help with or host a fund-raiser in The Youth Source’s
name.
York Health Clinic
http://yorkcountyfreeclinic.org/
Mailing Address: PO Box 3123 Rock Hill, SC 29732
Physical Address: 410 Oakland Avenue Rock Hill, SC 29730
Contact: 803-366-6337, info@yorkcountyfreeclinic.org
The International House
http://www.ihclt.org/index.php
1817 Central Avenue, Suite 217 Charlotte, NC 28205
Contact: Tanja Pauler, 704-333-8099, ext. 140, tpauler@ihclt.org
International House is Charlotte’s front-door to the world, promoting international understanding and helping
immigrants integrate fully into our community. Over the past 30 years, International House has been providing
recent immigrants to the Charlotte region with language and citizenship classes, tutoring, legal assistance, and
Last updated: March 2016
a support network to empower them to become self-sufficient, engaged members of our community. We also
promote several educational and cultural programs, including an international book club, a young professionals
group, and a summer literacy program in partnership with CMS for elementary school kids who speak English
as a second language. We serve newcomers from every corner of the world, as well as Charlotte residents of
all ages looking for unique multicultural experiences.
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Habitat for Humanity
http://www.yorkcountyhabitat.org/habitat
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 4255 Rock Hill, SC 29732
Physical Address: 825 N Anderson Road Rock Hill, SC 29730
Contact: 803-328-1728
International Center of York County
http://www.icycsc.org/
410 East Black Street Rock Hill, SC 29730
Contact: (803) 980-2098
Robby Goggins
Arts Council of York County
(803) 328-2787
rgoggins@yorkcountyarts.org
Last updated: March 2016