Charles Village Recreation League (CVRL) is a community-based, volunteer organization whose purpose is to provide recreation activities primarily for school-aged children in an environment that emphasizes the fun, skills, and exercise of sports more than the competitive aspects. It was founded in 1993 by three parents in Charles Village interested in having local recreation programs available. We now serve families throughout north Baltimore, and all children are welcome.

All activities are designed, organized, and coached by volunteers, mostly parents of the children participating. These activities are provided at reasonable rates to ensure the widest possible access to our league. To keep costs low, we depend on volunteers and a cooperative relationship with the City of Baltimore, Department of Recreation and Parks, Greenmount School, Saints Philip and James Church, and Lovely Lane Church.

The success of our program depends on volunteers. All parents are encouraged to help. Tasks include coaching, assistant coaching, developing new recreation activities, organizing snacks and refreshments, and administrative tasks such as mailings, database management, and generally helping out.