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Be the mentor. Be the difference.

Help young people in Charlotte and surrounding areas build confidence, plan their future and lead. No experience required, just heart.

Sign up to volunteer Open to men and women from all backgrounds.
Young men listening to a guest speaker at a B.E.A.M. session

Where you can serve

Give a few hours at an event or mentor all year. Pick the program that fits your time and your talents.

Grades K–12

Pack & Troop 1906

Help lead Scouting events, camping trips and outdoor activities that build life skills and confidence.

Grades 6–9

Alpha Academy

Mentor students through regular sessions on academics, goal setting and personal growth.

Grades 6–9

Summer Tech Accelerator

Support students learning Python, cybersecurity and AI each summer. No tech background required.

Grades 10–11

PHARAOHS

Mentor high school students on identity, values and college readiness.

Grade 12

Alpha Beautillion

Support seniors through leadership, etiquette and service sessions, the scholarship process and the Gala.

Ages 12–15

Project Alpha

Help lead sessions on decision-making, respect and healthy relationships.

Why volunteer?

  • Flexible commitments, from one-time events to ongoing mentoring
  • Real impact with real students in Charlotte
  • A welcoming team and the support you need to get started
  • A chance to use your talents, or discover new ones

How it works

  1. 1 Sign upFill out the form below. It takes about two minutes.
  2. 2 Get connectedWe'll match you with a program chair. Everyone who works with youth completes a background screening before they start.
  3. 3 Start servingJoin your first event or session, and we take it from there.

Ready to volunteer?

Fill out the form and we'll follow up with next steps. No membership or prior experience required.

Questions? Email [email protected].

B.E.A.M. Foundation Building Excellence. Affirming Manhood. Serving young people in Charlotte and surrounding areas since 1997.
Visit B.E.A.M. Facility
5639 Beatties Ford Road
Charlotte, NC
Contact [email protected] P.O. Box 562133
Charlotte, NC 28256
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