What: Located in downtown Charleston, Florence Crittenton Programs has been serving the entire state of South Carolina for 113 years. They provide education, counseling services, medical care, social support, and a safe haven for young pregnant and parenting mothers in need. After completing the program, clients have the skills to become responsible parents and members of the community. Everyone benefits as they become self-sufficient, responsible mothers, and their babies grow up happy, healthy, loved, and safe.  When: Third Monday of every month, 6:50pm at FloCrit; one Saturday/month for maintenance, 8:45am at FloCrit
Where: 19 Saint Margaret St, Charleston, SC 29403 

Jobs for Life

http://www.jobsforlife.org/
http://www.2riverspca.com/events/1248631
What:
The class takes the students on a journey – a journey to discover who they are, their unique value, and the principles they need to overcome roadblocks in their lives. Centered on the Bible, the course covers lessons learned from the lives of characters such as Joseph, David, and Ruth, the teachings of Jesus’ parables, and examples of real world heroes. In addition, the class equips the students with core work readiness skills such as presenting their 60 second commercial, developing a vocational plan, building a resume, learning effective interviewing skills, and many others.  
What's needed:
Van drivers to pick up participants; volunteers to check on student's progress and how they're feeling about the program; Volunteers to network with local businesses to find employment and "jobs for life"; Volunteers to teach classes on how to build soft skills in the business world
When:
Every Thursday from Aug 19 - Oct 22 from 7-9 pm
Where:
Two Rivers Center, 1082 East Montague St, downtown Old North Charleston 

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Without Walls Ministries

http://withoutwallsministry.com/

It is about taking the love of Jesus outside the four walls of the church by meeting the needs of the community through physical and spiritual outreach. Ultimately, it is meeting needs and saving souls in a mission field right in our own backyard. 

What's needed:  Volunteers to help with the Convoy of Hope in various roles; Volunteers to help with weekly outreach efforts 

When: times vary 

Where: WOW is a ministry of Hope Assembly Church, located at 633 King St, directly across from the Post and Courier 

Special Events: Charleston Area Convoy of Hope - http://charlestonconvoyofhope.org/

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Children's Garden Project

http://www.childrensgardenproject.org/
The Charleston Area Children's Garden Project works to provide kids with a community-based outdoor learning experience. Most of our gardens are planted in neighborhoods where problems such as crime, poor health, or financial hardship are part of everyday life for many youngsters.
What's needed: Volunteers to help children learn about growing plants; Volunteers to help with fundraising efforts.
Where: http://www.childrensgardenproject.org./gardens_map.html

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Charleston Area Pregnancy Center

http://lcpcdonors.com/
The Lowcountry Pregnancy Center is a nonprofit ministry offering life-affirming alternatives to abortion and compassionate Christian counsel to those who face pregnancy and abortion-related issues.
What's needed:
Volunteers to counsel pregnant and potential mothers and fathers through the process, encouraging a Biblically based approach to pregnancy and parenting. Volunteers to help with fundraising efforts (annual Walk for Life, etc)
When: Times vary
Where: various locations
Special Events: Lowcountry Walk for Life 2010 - Nov 13, 2010, 9 am at Wannamaker and Palmetto Islands County Park

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Rise Up and Read (RUAR)

Help kids learn to read in a supportive environment
What's needed: Volunteers to help teach kids to read
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays - 3-5pm
Where: RPC Fellowship Hall

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Seacoast Church North Charleston