9demerits
CULTURAL GIVING DEVELOPMENT CENTER
4037 SOFLEY RD, Charlotte, NC 28206
Child Care · NC permit/State ID 2060421507
Latest result9 demerits
Last inspectedJun 26, 2026
Inspections on record13
On record sinceDec 6, 2018
This facility type is scored in demerits: lower is better (0 = no violations found).
Score history
Dec 6, 2018Lower is betterJun 26, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jun 26, 2026 9 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Director, Denise McLaughlin, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following:
YAHNISE@HOTMAIL.COM
jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov
#5 · Food properly stored, thawed, prepared, cooked, cooled, handled, served, transported, packaged and identified; only supervised children in kitchen; water from a handwash lavatory not consumed or used for bottle warming:. 2804, .2806, .2808, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2806 (d) Specialty bulk milk that is sent from home for consumption by a child while at the child care center may be stored as set forth in the 2800 rules when the child's parent or guardian provides written permission and the specialty bulk milk is sent to the child care center at the beginning of each week unopened, labeled with the date received by the child care center, and labeled with the name of the child to whom the bulk specialty milk belongs. Any remaining bulk specialty milk shall be sent home at the end of the week with the child to whom the bulk specialty milk belongs. Observed 1 container of specialty milk in full sized refrigerator in kitchen not labeled with date. EHS educated center on notated rule. -General comment.
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed 2 loose toilet seats in 3’s restroom. Repair. -General comment.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
15A NCAC 18A .2825 (a) In child care centers, the walls and ceilings, including doors and windows, of all rooms and areas, shall be kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. All walls and ceilings shall be free of peeling, flaking, chalking, or otherwise deteriorating paint. Observed ceiling cracked and in need of repair in 3’s classroom that is currently not in use.
15A NCAC 18A .2824 (a). Floors and floor coverings in food preparation, food storage, utensil washing, toilet rooms, and laundry areas shall be constructed of nonabsorbent material and shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed floor tiles cracked in toilet room located closet to toddler classroom.
#48 · Pest control; premises free of conditions that harbor or attract pests: .2831, .2832 −3
15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b). (b) Pests shall be excluded from the child care center. Traps set for pests shall only be placed in areas that are inaccessible to children. Observed a few flies in kitchen.
#49 · Premises clean and free of standing water; utility equipment inaccessible; equipment and toys clean and in good repair; sandboxes properly constructed, clean and covered; adherence to air quality forecast quality forecast outdoor activity restrictions when applicable: .2831, .2832 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a). Child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, shall be kept clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests. Observed litter on ground outside of dumpster area.
Dec 9, 2025 12 demerits · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Director, Denise McLaughlin, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following:
YAHNISE@HOTMAIL.COM
jennifer.stansfield@dhhs.nc.gov
#15 · Hot water supplied and maintained in the kitchen: .2815, .2836
15A NCAC 18A .2815 (e) (e) Hot water used for cleaning and sanitizing utensils and laundry shall be provided at a minimum temperature of 120 degrees Fahrenheit at the point of use. Observed hot water at 115-116F at 2 compartment sink in kitchen. Hot water was restored to 120F during time of inspection. -General comment.
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. Observed 1 toilet seat loose in 4-5’s classroom 2nd restroom. Repair. Observed black black debris on outside corner of toilet in 1st restroom in 4-5’s classroom.
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Storage in toilet rooms shall be limited to toileting and diapering supplies. Observed bins containing children coats stored on shelving in toilet room located in toddler classroom.
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f). Coat hooks not in individual cubbies or lockers must be 12 horizontal inches apart.
15A NCAC 18A .2820 (f) A child's coats, hats, bags, and other items or accessories belonging to a child that are stored using cubicles, lockers, or coat hooks shall not come into contact with stored items belonging to other children.
Observed children coats on hooks less than 12 inches apart in 4-5’s classroom resulting in coats touching.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
15A NCAC 18A .2825 (a) In child care centers, the walls and ceilings, including doors and windows, of all rooms and areas, shall be kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. All walls and ceilings shall be free of peeling, flaking, chalking, or otherwise deteriorating paint.
Observed minor touch up paint needed throughout center. Observed ceiling plaster peeling in PreK classroom. Repair.
Jun 6, 2025 8 demerits · 2 violations
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
Observed toilet seat loose in PreK and 3 year old room. Needs to be tightened.
**15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair.
Observed sink cabinet face peeling in the PreK room.
**15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). Lavatories shall be kept clean and in good repair
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed baseboard in need of repair in the restroom in 3 year old room. Observed exit door peeling in the 3 year old room.
**15A NCAC 18A .2825 (a) In child care centers, the walls and ceilings, including doors and windows, of all rooms and areas, shall be kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. All walls and ceilings shall be free of peeling, flaking, chalking, or otherwise deteriorating paint.
Dec 12, 2024 8 demerits · 5 violations
#5 · Food properly stored, thawed, prepared, cooked, cooled, handled, served, transported, packaged and identified; only supervised children in kitchen; water from a handwash lavatory not consumed or used for bottle warming:. 2804, .2806, .2808, .2836
Observed juice stored under the handwashing sink in the restroom. Removed during the inspection. GENERAL COMMENT
**15A NCAC 18A .2806 (g) Food shall be stored above the floor and in a manner to protect it from dust, pests, drip, splash, and other contamination.
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
Observed toilet seat out of order in toddler room.
**15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Observed children blankets stored in cubby baskets in the restroom.
**15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Storage in toilet rooms shall be limited to toileting and diapering supplies.
#27 · Free of storage and in good repair; cleaning and disinfecting solutions labeled; approved diapering methods used; diaper changing and handwashing signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836
Observed diaper changing pad torn in the infant room. GENERAL COMMENT
**15A NCAC 18A .2819 (b). Diapering surfaces shall be made of smooth, intact, nonabsorbent material and shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#49 · Premises clean and free of standing water; utility equipment inaccessible; equipment and toys clean and in good repair; sandboxes properly constructed, clean and covered; adherence to air quality forecast quality forecast outdoor activity restrictions when applicable: .2831, .2832 −2
Observed standing water in play equipment on the playground. Drained during the inspection.
**15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a). Child care center premises, including the outdoor learning environment, shall be kept clean, drained to minimize standing water, free of litter and hazards, and maintained in a manner which does not create conditions that attract or harbor pests.
May 30, 2024 8 demerits · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Website link emailed so center can confirm that RTI had received their request for water testing sample kits.
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814
Observed sanitizer above 200ppm. Water was added to dilute it and bring down the concentration.
**15A NCAC 18A .2812 (g) A testing method or equipment shall be used in accordance with the product manufacturer's instructions to test the strengths of sanitizing solutions to ensure the prescribed concentrations are met.
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
Observed loose toilet seat in the 3 year old room.
**15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed bathroom ceiling in need of repair in PreK room, baseboard in need of repair and touch up paint needed in the 3 year old room and wall in need of repair in afterschool room.
**15A NCAC 18A .2825 (a) In child care centers, the walls and ceilings, including doors and windows, of all rooms and areas, shall be kept clean, free of visible fungal growth, and in good repair. All walls and ceilings shall be free of peeling, flaking, chalking, or otherwise deteriorating paint.
#49 · Premises clean and free of standing water; utility equipment inaccessible; equipment and toys clean and in good repair; sandboxes properly constructed, clean and covered; adherence to air quality forecast quality forecast outdoor activity restrictions when applicable: .2831, .2832
Observed paint peeling on the wooden boarder on the playground.
**15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a).In the child care center premises and outdoor learning environment. Debris, glass, dilapidated structures, and broken play equipment shall be removed from areas accessible to children. Wells, grease traps, cisterns, and utility equipment shall be made inaccessible to children.
Aug 23, 2023 10 demerits · 5 violations
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
Observed toilet seat loose in the restroom in the 4/5 year old room.
**15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a. All toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836
Observed foam letters stored in the restroom near the 1/2 year old room. Letters were removed.
**Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a).
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Observed no high chlorine test strips during the inspection. Vendor list provided during the inspection.
**Provide test strips for the chlorine disinfectant. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c )
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed touch up paint needed throughout the facility.
**Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
#44 · Solid waste properly handled; containers and cleaning equipment kept clean; can cleaning facilities adequate: .2830, .2836
Observed drain plug missing on dumpster. Needs to be installed.
**Install dumpster drain plug to prevent insect and vermin nuisances. 15A NCAC 18A .2830 (d).
Oct 18, 2022 11 demerits · 5 violations
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Provide test strips for the chlorine disinfectant. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ). Observed no test strips within center to measure the strength of chlorine disinfectant.
#30 · Non-hazardous products properly stored: .2820 −3
Approved non-hazardous products must be stored 5 ft above the floor or behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b), (c ) and (d). Observed hand sanitizer (toddler classroom) and disinfectant wipes (4’s classroom) stored below 5 feet.
#32 · Adequate linen provided and properly stored; adequate beds, cots, mats provided, in good repair, properly stored, labeled, spaced during use: .2821, .2836
Children must be spaced at least 18 inches apart or separated by a partition while napping. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (e). Observed children napping closer than 18 inches apart in toddler classroom.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed minor staining on large floor rugs throughout center. Observed minor touch up paint needed to some baseboards and walling throughout center. Observed tape hanging from ceiling in after school classroom. Observed minor ceiling damage in 3’s restroom.
#49 · Premises clean and free of standing water; utility equipment inaccessible; equipment and toys clean and in good repair; sandboxes properly constructed, clean and covered; adherence to air quality forecast quality forecast outdoor activity restrictions when applicable: .2831, .2832 −2
Keep the premises clean and free of dilapidated structures and broken play equipment. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (a). Observed sandbox wooden frame broken.
Sandboxes must be covered when not in use and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (c ) (2). Observed debris (leaves) in sandbox. Observed sandbox uncovered during time of inspection while not in use.
*NOTE: Report emailed to Ms. Denise Mclaughlin at: YAHNISE@HOTMAIL.COM
Jan 13, 2022 10 demerits · 4 violations
#23 · Approved storage in toilet rooms, lavatories free of storage; hand wash signs posted: .2817, .2818, .2836 −2
Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Observed storage on shelving in 3-4's restroom that contained book bags, jackets, hoola hoops, and toys. Storage in restrooms must be limited to diapering and toileting items only, EHS advised center to remove non toileting related items out of restroom.
#26 · Approved cleaning solution and approved disinfectant provided; test kit available when required: .2817, .2818, .2819, .2820, .2836 −2
Prepare disinfectant between 500-800 ppm chlorine daily. 15A NCAC 18A .2819 (c ) and .2801 (7). Observed disinfectant at 200ppm throughout center. Director remade disinfectant during time of inspection for 2's classroom to 500pp chlorine.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed walls and baseboard paint chipping throughout center. EHS advises center to touch up paint where needed throughout center. Observed floor tile chipping in kitchen. Director is aware of chipping floor tile and has inquired on getting the flooring repaired. Observed large floor rugs with staining throughout center. EHS advises center to clean stained floor rugs.
#49 · Premises clean and free of standing water; utility equipment inaccessible; equipment and toys clean and in good repair; sandboxes properly constructed, clean and covered; adherence to air quality forecast quality forecast outdoor activity restrictions when applicable: .2831, .2832 −2
Keep the property free of standing water. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b).
Sandboxes must be covered when not in use and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2832 (c ) (2). Observed sandbox not covered and with leaves build up on outside playground. Per conversation with Director due to COVID sensory play has been limited. EHS advises center to clean out sandbox and remove sand within sandbox if center does not intend to use sandbox or clean and cover sandbox if sandbox will be used.]
*NOTE: Director Ms. Debra was present during time of inspection, report emailed to her at: YAHNISE@HOTMAIL.COM
Jul 6, 2021 11 demerits · 3 violations
#5 · Food properly stored, thawed, prepared, cooked, cooled, handled, served, transported, packaged and identified; only supervised children in kitchen; water from a handwash lavatory not consumed or used for bottle warming:. 2804, .2806, .2808, .2836 −5
Label all food brought from home with the child’s name and the date that the food was brought into the facility. 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (f). Observed specialty milk brought from child's home stored in dorm refrigeration unit without date and name. Follow rule 15A NCAC 18A .2804 (f).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed touch up paint needed to walls and baseboards throughout facility. Observed ceiling damage in older toddler classroom.
#49 · Premises clean and free of standing water; utility equipment inaccessible; equipment and toys clean and in good repair; sandboxes properly constructed, clean and covered; adherence to air quality forecast quality forecast outdoor activity restrictions when applicable: .2831, .2832 −2
Keep the property free of standing water. 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b).Observed toy on walkway to playground with standing water. Follow rule 15A NCAC 18A .2831 (b).
Sep 24, 2020 10 demerits · 3 violations
Inspector comments: NO DEMERITS FOR THE FOLLOWING:
#23. Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Observed storage in 3's restroom that was not toileting or diapering items.
#32. Keep all mats, cots, and cribs clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2821 (a). Observed mats with minor fraying in infant room.
*NOTE: Assistant Director Camillya Masunda was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to
culturalgivingtree@gmail.com
yahnise@hotmail.com
camillyamasunda@yahoo.com
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Prepare a wipe-on or spray-on sanitizer daily at 50 to 200 ppm chlorine. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (d). Observed sanitizer at 1000ppm throughout center.
#21 · Properly sized, located, accessible, and in good repair; sinks, toilets and potty chairs cleaned and disinfected; proper change of use procedure: .2817, .2818, .2836 −4
All toilet fixtures, used by children, shall be child-sized or adapted adult toilets. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Observed loose toilet seat in girls 4 year restroom. Observed loose toilet seat in 3's restroom.
Keep handwashing sinks clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2818 (a). Observed one faucet knob missing on handsink at 3's handwashing sink located in rear of classroom.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed touch up paint needed throughout center to walls and baseboards.
Jan 7, 2020 2 demerits · 1 violation
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Observed sanitizer at 500ppm during the inspection.
**Prepare a wipe-on or spray-on sanitizer daily at 50 to 200 ppm chlorine. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (d)
May 31, 2019 11 demerits · 3 violations
#2 · Proper handwashing procedure: .2803, .2836 −5
Observed children in older class not using paper towels to turn off faucet after drying hands.
Handwashing procedure shall include: (1) using liquid soap and tempered water; (2) rubbing hands vigorously with soap and tempered water for 15 seconds; (3) washing all surfaces of the hands, to include the backs of hands, palms, wrists, under fingernails and between fingers; (4) rinsing well for 10 seconds; (5) drying hands with a paper towel or other hand-drying device; and (6) turning off faucet with a paper towel or other method without recontaminating hands. 15A NCAC 18A .2803 (c).
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Observed floor tiles damaged in infants class. Wall damaged around baseboard near cots in unused class. Wall paint peeling in unused class. Paint raw wood around wall AC unit in older class.
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825.
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
Observed floor vent loose in unused class.
Keep all ventilation related equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (b).
Dec 6, 2018 21 demerits · 7 violations
Inspector comments: No points
#29 - Critical Violation-
-All hazardous items must be stored behind lock and key. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Observed door to kitchen unlocked and door to chemical closet unlocked with key stored in lock.
-Keys used to access hazardous item storage must be out of reach of children (5 ft above the floor) and stored separately from lock. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (b). Observed key stored in lock of chemical storage room. Keys must be stored separately from lock and at least 5 feet above floor
#23 - Limit storage in restrooms to toileting and diapering items only. 15A NCAC 18A .2817 (a). Observed children's bins with sheets, blankets, backpacks, jackets etc. stored in bathroom. Only supplies/clothing for use in the bathroom can be stored in the bathroom.
#5 · Food properly stored, thawed, prepared, cooked, cooled, handled, served, transported, packaged and identified; only supervised children in kitchen; water from a handwash lavatory not consumed or used for bottle warming:. 2804, .2806, .2808, .2836 −5
Food preparation shall occur in the approved kitchen or at an approved food preparation area. 15A NCAC 18A .2807 (a). Observed cold cooked potatoes in domestic refrigerator. PIC cooked potatoes at home for children's lunch. All food must be prepared at center (day of, no cooling or reheating allowed) or permitted catering/restaurant.
#7 · Thermometers provided, accurate: .2804, .2807, .2808, .2836 −2
Provide a numerically scaled metal stem-type thermometer accurate to 2°F. 15A NCAC 18A .2807 (h) Observed dial top thermometer out of calibration. Recommend ditital thermometer.
#11 · Approved sanitizer provided;test kit available: .2809, .2810, .2812, .2814 −2
Provide sanitizer test kit. 15A NCAC 18A .2812 (g) Observed test kits are needed for both sanitizer and disinfectant. Properly label all spraybottles with contents.
#31 · Facilities provided for proper storage, used and kept clean: .2820 −2
Adequate space shall be provided for the storage of equipment, furniture, toys, clothes, linens, backpacks, book bags, diaper bags, beds, cots, mats, and supplies and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2820 (a). Observed children's coats in contact with each other on hooks below cubby. Remove 2nd and 4th hooks
#34 · Clean and in good repair; cleaning, sanitization and maintenance of water play centers: .2822, .2836 −4
Toys, equipment, furniture, and any other items accessible to the children shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2822 (a), (b). Observed cabinets, storage areas getting worn and need repair. Some books are torn.
#37 · Easily cleanable, clean, and in good repair; carpets vacuumed as required and extraction cleaned; date cleaned___________: .2824, .2825, .2832, .2836 −4
Keep all floors, walls, and ceilings, clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2824 and .2825. Observed floors, walls, and ceilings need repair.
#39 · Equipment clean and in good repair; maintained as required: .2826 −2
Keep all ventilation related equipment clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2826 (b). Observed cracked window in bathroom that has 1 adult toilet and 2 child toilets.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “CULTURAL GIVING DEVELOPMENT CENTER” or State ID 2060421507). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.