Charity Organization in Union, North Carolina

8 found · ← All categories in Union

Friends for Special Needs

Charity Organization

Waxhaw, NC

Friends for Special Needs organizes community events specifically for children and adults with special needs in York and Mecklenburg counties.

  • supporting children and adults with special needs
  • community events focused on inclusivity
  • volunteering opportunities for community members

Loaves and Fishes of Union County

Charity Organization

Monroe, NC

Loaves and Fishes of Union County has been supporting local families in crisis with free food distribution since 1983.

  • families in crisis needing food assistance
  • community members seeking to support local hunger efforts

Signposts Ministries

Charity Organization

Monroe, NC

Signposts Ministries provides durable medical equipment and adaptive supplies to families in need, free of charge.

  • families with children or youth who have special healthcare needs

Turning Point Shelter

Charity Organization

Monroe, NC

Turning Point Shelter is the only organization in Union County providing emergency resources for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.

  • survivors of domestic violence
  • survivors of sexual assault
  • children affected by abuse

Emergency available

Adam Faulk Tanksley Foundation

Charity Organization

Waxhaw, NC

The Adam Faulk Tanksley Foundation raises 100% of event proceeds for pediatric cancer research and operates as a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit.

  • supporting pediatric cancer research
  • community involvement in childhood cancer awareness

Carolina Pyr Rescue

Charity Organization

Marshville, NC

Carolina Pyr Rescue specializes in adopting Great Pyrenees and has been in operation since 1992.

  • families looking to adopt Great Pyrenees
  • individuals interested in breed education
  • community members supporting animal rescue

applications processed as quickly as possible, up to two weeks

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FAQ

How do I get emergency help for domestic violence in Union County?

Turning Point Shelter is the only organization in Union County providing emergency resources for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, including a shelter and a Children's Advocacy Center. Contact them directly for immediate assistance.

How often can I receive food assistance in Union County?

Loaves and Fishes of Union County distributes food free of charge to certified Union County residents up to three times within a twelve-month period. Eligibility is certified through their partner agencies.

Where can I get free medical equipment for a child with special needs?

Signposts Ministries provides durable medical equipment and adaptive supplies at no cost to families with children or youth who have special healthcare needs. The organization is entirely volunteer-run.

Are donations to these charities tax-deductible?

Most of these organizations, including Loaves and Fishes, Signposts Ministries, and the Adam Faulk Tanksley Foundation, are registered 501(c)(3) nonprofits, meaning qualifying donations are tax-deductible.

How can I support pediatric cancer research locally?

The Adam Faulk Tanksley Foundation directs 100% of event proceeds to pediatric cancer research and has raised $1.2 million as a founding member of the Carolinas Kids Cancer Research Coalition.