Community Groups

[Click on underlined name to link to organization's website.]

Airlie Gardens Airlie Gardens
Matt Collogan
mcollogan@nhcgov.com
798-7707
Established in 1901, Airlie Gardens is a valuable cultural and ecological component of New Hanover County and North Carolina history.
American Cancer Society
Relay for Life
Relay for Life
Kendal Klein, Community Manager, Relay for Life
254-4870
The American Cancer Society consists of more than two million Americans united to conquer cancer through balanced programs of research, education, advocacy, and service. Volunteers are needed to help organize and conduct the relay.
Assistance League of Greater Wilmington Assistance League
Barbara Lloyd, VP Membership
algreaterwilmington@yahoo.com
A national nonprofit organization with 122 chapters that puts caring and commitment into action through community-based philanthropic programs. Currently 5 programs serving children, seniors and families in the Wilmington area.
Bellamy Mansion Bellamy Mansion
503 Market Street
Sharon Stone
790-8738
shstonenc@aol.com
The Bellamy Mansion is one of the state's premier architectural and historic treasures. It currently operates as a nonprofit museum providing docent and self-guided audio tours of this antebellum mansion and the site's slave quarters. Volunteers needed as docents as well as for spring fundraiser, "Art of the Table."
Brigade Boys and Girls Club/Big Buddy Program Brigade Boys
Dana Floyd, Coordinator
392-0747
2 hours per week commitment at the Club, 2759 Vance Street. Program matches adult role models with children in need of extra adult attention.
Cape Fear Literacy Council Cape Fear Literacy Council
1012 South 17th Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
251-0911
The Cape Fear Literacy Council is an independent, non-profit organization whose mission is to provide individualized literacy services for adults in the Cape Fear area so they are able to meet their goals and develop their potential. Volunteers are welcomed as tutors and to assist with awareness-raising and fundraising events.
Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity
20 N. 4th Street
Wilmington, NC 28401
762-4744
We are a Christian housing ministry serving the Cape Fear Area (New Hanover, Pender and northeastern Brunswick Counties), working with God and our community to empower families through homeownership.
Cape Fear Museum of History and Science Cape Fear Museum
Karen Smith,Volunteer Services
798-4351
The Museum is the oldest history museum in North Carolina; it was established in 1898.
Cape Fear River Watch Cape Fear River Watch
Kemp Burdette, Resource Development Coordinator
762-5606
The mission of Cape Fear River Watch, Inc. is to protect and improve the water quality of the lower Cape Fear river basin through education, advocacy and action.
Carolina Canines for Service, Inc. Carolina Canines
Amie Granbois
362-8181
Carolina Canines for Service, Inc. is dedicated to empowering people with disabilities to achieve greater independence and enhanced quality of life and to improving people's lives through the services of specially trained dogs.
Coastal Horizon Crisis Intervention Center Coastal Horizon Center
615 Shipyard Boulevard
790-0187
Promotes choices for healthier lives and safer communities by providing professional assistance to those in need of prevention, crisis intervention, criminal justice alternatives, community outreach, substance abuse and mental health treatment services.
Communities in Schools of Cape Fear Communities in Schools
Tracy Tisdale, Volunteer Coordinator
343-1901
Communities in Schools of Cape Fear conducts the PaSS (Partnership for School Success) for 3rd and 6th grade students in New Hanover and Pender Counties.
Domestic Violence Shelter Billie Blackwell
762-7720
Volunteers are needed to work at the Vintage Values resale shops, whose proceeds support victims of domestic violence.
Dreams Dreams
Tracy Wilkes, Director
772-1501
This is a youth development organization that uses the performing, visual and literary arts to reach young people ages 8-18 who are living in poverty and at risk for involvement in the Juvenile Justice system, as well as for academic failure.
Good Shepherd Center Good Shepherd
Susan Sullivan, Director of Resource Development
763-4424, ext.113
Our mission is to feed the hungry, shelter the homeless and foster transition of those in crisis to independence in the community. Opportunities are available for volunteers of every age, interest, and schedule — days, evening, and weekends. Call today for a tour and to explore the many ways that you can make a lasting positive impact on the lives of those in need,
Guardian ad Litem Program Guardian ad Litem Program
272 N. Front Street, Suite 215
251-2733
A Guardian ad Litem is a trained volunteer who is appointed by the court to advocate for the best interest of an abused or neglected child in order to ensure every child has a safe and permnanent home. No special education or experience is required; compassion for children is essential. Thorough training is provided.
Lower Cape Fear Hospice Lower Cape Fear Hospice
Chris Scott, Community Outreach Coordinator
Chris.Scott@lcfh.org
796-7927
Volunteers provide respite for caregivers and much-needed emotional support for patients and their families. They also assist hospice families with errands as needed. Volunteers act as objective, caring friends to people in need. They also provide administrative support, help with special events, and give assistance with community outreach.
Meals on Wheels Home Delivered Meals
Ashley Huffman, Coordinator
New Hanover Co. Senior Resource Center
ahuffman@nhcgov.com
798-6423
Home Delivered Meals, our local Meals on Wheels provider, is looking for help from people whose desire to give back to their community gives them the inspiration to share some of their time with those that need it most. Volunteers are needed to help prepare and package dinners to be delivered, organize schedules, make phone calls, load delivery vehicles, and deliver meals. Whether you have only a few hours one day per week, can volunteer every day, or can only work a few hours on a weekend, your assistance is needed.
NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher
Suzanne Holtzclaw, Volunteer Coordinator
458-7468 ext. 232
Volunteers assist in the areas of Education, Aquariology and Horticulture and also as certified divers. Volunteers enable visitors to discover, enjoy and learn about exhibits and collections at the Aquarium.
New Hanover County Library Friends of New Hanover County Library
Mary Ann Beltracchi
mabeltracchi@ec.rr.com
686-3332
Donations make free library programs available for children and adults.
New Hanover Health Network New Hanover Health Network
Linda Mueller, Volunteer Coordinator
343-7784
Volunteer service opportunities are available at Cape Fear Hospital, Coastal Rehab Services, Hospitality House, Medical Mall and New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
RSVP: Retired Senior Volunteer Program Barbara Mullins
259-9119, ext. 25
A new program in Pender County where retired volunteers use their life skills to assist others in the community through tutoring, home assistance,and mentoring developmentally disabled to find jobs.
SCORE SCORE
Lee Edwards, Recruitment
452-5395
SCORE is the premier source of free and confidential small business advice for entrepreneurs. Since 1964 both working and retired business executives, business owners and corporate leaders have donated their time and expertise as volunteer business counselors.
Thalian Hall Thalian Hall
Tony Rivenbark, Executive Director
310 Chestnut Street
632-2241
Volunteers are a vital part of our operation, and there are several types of volunteer opportunities available: usher corps, docents, archives.
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