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Volunteers are the core of our ministry! We have many opportunities for individuals and groups to help and serve, whether for a few hours daily, weekly or monthly. If you have even an hour of extra time, we invite you to learn more by contacting us at 828-327-9102.

You Can Make a Difference Today

CCM Hickory relies on people just like you. Check the lists below to see how you can help today—whether by dropping off donations or signing up to serve. Your gift of time or resources directly supports families and individuals in need.

Some of our most needed items are:

  • XL Print Bibles in (NLT, NIV, Holman, NKJV, ESV, ASV, Recovery, or similar translations)
  • Study Bibles
  • Christian Books and devotionals
  • Bicycles
  • Sleeping bags and Blankets
  • Tents
  • Gloves, hats, scarves, socks, ear-warmers
  • Coats
  • Thermals
  • Warm Clothing
  • Cargo pants
  • Men’s Underwear
  • Walking shoes, tennis shoes, sneakers
  • Waterproof Boots
  • Waterproof Book bags
  • Sugar free can goods and packaged foods
  • Fresh produce
  • Meats
  • Cases of water
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Hand vacuum
  • Green Way Bus Tickets
  • Art Supplies for Art Therapy Classes
  • Music Supplies for music therapy classes
  • Board Games
  • Landscaping Volunteer
  • Picnic Tables
  • Peragallo or Gazebo
  • Ring Camera
  • White Bookshelf
  • Office Desk
  • Emergency Tin Blankets
  • Hand and foot warmers
  • Umbrellas
  • Bleach
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Laundry Detergent

Volunteer Needs

  • Pastoral Care
  • Counselors 
  • Van driver
  • Medical Providers (NP, PA, NR, PCP, MD)
  • Medical specialty providers
  • Bilingual interpreters and translators 
  • Social media content creators
  • Graphic designer
  • Videographer
  • Photographer
  • Landscaping
  • Prayer Teams
  • Community Gardening
  • Celebrate Recovery, NA, and AA Facilitator 
  • Receptionist, Front desk
  • Crisis closet assistant
  • Community Advocates and Ambassadors
  • Discipleship Mentors
  • Music or Art Therapy Facilitators 
  • Life-skills coach 
  • Facilitators for stress-management, anger-management, grief-share, divorcecare, etc.
  • Budget and financial literacy coaches
  • Felon friendly employers
  • Small groups who want to lead worship or share a devotional in our lobby
  • Landlord that will work with those who have an eviction on their record
  • Pet sitters and temporary fosters
    • Emergency Pet Foster (Cold Weather Shelter Support): Provide temporary overnight foster care for pets so clients experiencing homelessness can stay in shelter during freezing temperatures when pets are not permitted.
    • Recovery Support Pet Foster: Offer short term foster care for pets while clients enter detox or rehabilitation programs, removing a major barrier for individuals seeking freedom from addiction who consider their pets family.
    • Appointment Pet Sitter: Care for clients’ pets during essential appointments such as medical visits, job interviews, court dates, disability hearings, or other engagements where pets are not allowed, helping clients access critical services and opportunities.
    • Pet Support: Care for clients’ dogs during work hours so their owners can maintain employment, build savings, and move toward stable housing, offering compassion and practical support during a critical season.