Community Building Initiative

The Charlotte Area Fund ( CAF ) is a private non-profit corporation and Mecklenburg County's designated community action agency. The purpose of the agency is to combat poverty by assisting low-income individuals and families with becoming self-sufficient. Since 1963, CAF has initiated and provided a variety of programs and services to serve the poor in Mecklenburg County. Promise Of Community Action Community action changes people's lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other. CAF receives grant funds from the state of North Carolina to serve the economically disadvantaged in Mecklenburg County. We also receive a small amount of donations to assist in providing services that may not be provided otherwise due to grant restrictions.

Safe Alliance is a non-profit organization based in Charlotte, NC, dedicated to providing support and resources to individuals affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and trauma. Through their various programs and services, including a 24/7 helpline, shelter, court assistance, and survivor resource centers, Safe Alliance aims to empower and assist survivors in their journey towards safety, healing, and independence. With a strong commitment to community engagement, Safe Alliance also offers volunteer opportunities, awareness events, and educational initiatives to raise awareness about domestic violence and sexual assault, and to promote a culture of respect and equality. Their dedicated staff and allies, including those who speak Spanish and can provide interpretation services in any language, work tirelessly to ensure that survivors have access to the support and resources they need to rebuild their lives.Generated from the website