As a non-profit organization, we rely on the support and dedication of volunteers to help us achieve our mission of improving the lives of children and families in Chatham County. Whether you have a few hours to spare or are looking for a long-term commitment, we have a variety of opportunities available to fit your schedule and interests.
Our volunteers play a crucial role in assisting with events, programs, and services that benefit children and families in our community. By volunteering with us, you will have the chance to make a meaningful impact and connect with others who share your passion for helping others.
To get started, please complete our volunteer application form on our website. Once we receive your application, we will contact you within five business days to discuss available opportunities and next steps.
Thank you for considering volunteering with Chatham County Partnership for Children. We look forward to having you on our team!
If you are a Chatham County resident, at least 18 years old (OR enrolled in High School and completing community service), interested in children, and willing to volunteer your time and expertise to your community, please fill out and submit the online volunteer application!
Event Volunteer
Board/Committee Volunteer
If you prefer, you can download the volunteer application and mail it to Chatham County Partnership for Children, PO Box 637, Pittsboro, NC 27312.
Events Volunteer Application.pdf
Board and Committee Volunteer Application.pdf
Volunteer Opportunities
Events
Help at community events and fairs – one time or several times! This includes Day of the Books, Touch a Truck, Pittsboro Street Fair, and so much more! Check out our agency calendar for dates! For more information, contact our Family Outreach Coordinator.
Board and Committee
The Chatham County Partnership for Children is actively seeking interested volunteers to serve on the Board of Directors (3-year term) and its Committees, especially the Fundraising Development Committee and the Program Planning and Evaluation Committee. Volunteers play an important role by providing advice and support to the oversight of our program and the public dollars we administer. The Partnership is a non-profit organization that plans, funds, and implements quality early childhood education, health, and family support initiatives for children from birth to eight. The Partnership is home to Smart Start and NC Pre-K for Chatham County as well as Child Care Resource & Referral and the Child and Adult Care Food Program. For more information, contact our Executive Director.
Board of Directors
The Board is made up of community members representing parents, community and business representatives, child care teachers, and human service providers. The Board meets ten times per year.
Meeting Schedule: 3rd Tuesday, 6:00-7:30 PM, as scheduled (see our Agency Calendar).
Committees vary in size and membership according to their function and purpose. Committees meet between 6 and 12 times per year.
Standing Committees
EXECUTIVE & FINANCE. The Executive Committee shall consist of the Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary, Treasurer, and up to 6 other members of the Board of Directors, appointed by the Chair and approved by the Board of Directors. The Executive committee shall have and may exercise all the authority of the Board in matters pertaining to the basic management of the Corporation between meetings of the Board except as limited by N.C.G.S. 55A-23.
This Committee also serves as the audit committee for the organization and shall provide oversight to ensure the integrity of the financial statements of the organization. This includes quarterly reviews, detailed budget expenditure reports as well as the agencies overall fund balances and balance sheet. An annual budget work session is held in May of each year to provide the opportunity for all Board members and staff to participate in the detailed budget development process. Once adopted by the Board, budget revision requests may be reviewed and approved by the Executive Finance Committee, except in the case of changes to the total budget for an activity or project.
Meeting Schedule: 1st Fridays 12:00-1:30 PM, via ZOOM, or as scheduled (see our Agency Calendar).
PLANNING & EVALUATION. The Planning & Evaluation Committee is chaired by the Board Vice-Chair and is responsible for identifying future goals, developing proposals for reaching those goals, evaluating the effectiveness of current activities, and submitting recommendations for consideration by the Board.
Meeting Schedule: MONTHLY: 1st Thursdays, 10:00 AM via ZOOM
NOMINATING COMMITTEE. The Nominating Committee is responsible for presenting a slate of Officers and Board members. Nominations to the Board shall be for specific seats on the Board. Further nominations may be made from the floor.
Meeting Schedule: January-June, monthly, via ZOOM, as scheduled (see our Agency Calendar).
Select Committees
FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE. This is the fundraising committee which provides leadership for involving the Board in fundraising and works with the staff to implement a strategic resource plan for the organization.
Meeting Schedule: Monthly, via ZOOM, as scheduled (see our Agency Calendar).
NC PRE-K ADVISORY COMMITTEE. The NCPK Program provides high quality early childhood education to children at risk of school failure due to poverty and other factors. The Advisory Committee provides guidance and oversight to the implementation of this program and is comprised of community partner agency representatives, classroom teachers, parents, and other child care providers. This committee is chaired jointly by the Superintendent of Schools and the Board Chair for the Partnership for Children or their designee.
Meeting Schedule: Select Thursdays, 12:00 – 2:00 PM, via ZOOM. As scheduled (see our Agency Calendar).
