Volunteers at the driving schools help with set-up, registration, clean-up & “kicking cones” on the different courses throughout the day.
B.R.A.K.E.S. hosts several special events throughout the year including benefit dinners, at track events, car shows & various fundraisers. Volunteers assist with set-up, clean-up, guest services, logistics and promotion.
Clerical/Office volunteers assist with data entry, filing, stuffing goody bags, stocking and organizing haulers, and event preparation.
Please be aware our office is located in Concord, NC.
B.R.A.K.E.S. advocates help raise public awareness about B.R.A.K.E.S., our mission, and our goals. Our advocates help lobby insurance companies, corporations, and the local and state governments.
B.R.A.K.E.S board members are volunteers who aid in the growth and development of B.R.A.K.E.S. Our Board Members are elected for one, two, or three year terms.
For more information about volunteering please contact the office at 704-720-3806 or volunteer@putonthebrakes.org.

My oldest daughter went through B.R.A.K.E.S. at 16 (she’s 25 now) and was involved in an accident shortly after. A large pickup towing a landscaping trailer pulled in front of her from an oncoming left turn lane. She had the presence of mind to jam the brakes and control steer into the lighter tr... Click to Read More!
-Derek T
My 17 year old son was driving on the freeway yesterday when his tire blew. He said the Brakes class he took last month taught him how respond. No injuries or accident. Tire was less than a year old. Thank you for your class. I am grateful that you offer these classes to teenage drivers.... Click to Read More!
-Katie P