Volunteer Opportunities in Wrightsville Beach, NC

 

There are many volunteer opportunities in the Wrightsville Beach and Figure Eight Island, NC, area. In this section, you'll find a listing of organizations in the area looking for people who want to give back. Check out our Wilmington site for more options.

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Cape Fear Volunteer Center Wrightsville Beach Volunteer OpportunitiesCape Fear Volunteer Center1213 Culbreth Dr. Suite 233
Landfall Executive Center
Wilmington, NC 28405 • map(910) 392-8180
capefearvolunteercenter.org

The goal of the Cape Fear Volunteer Center is to recruit, train and mobilize volunteers in the Wilmington community. The organization also looks to strengthen existing volunteer services within other entities such as churches and civic groups. Aiding numerous nonprofit organizations, the volunteer center is a great resource for those looking...more about Cape Fear Volunteer Center

New Hanover Regional Medical Center Wrightsville Beach Volunteer OpportunitiesNew Hanover Regional Medical Center2131 S. 17th St.
Wilmington, NC 28401 • map(910) 343-7784
nhrmc.org/volunteer • facebook

The medical center has many areas of volunteer involvement, and opportunities for new services are constantly evaluated. Volunteers provide assistance in the main hospital, Cameron Women's & Children's Hospital, Surgery Pavilion, Zimmer Cancer Center, Rehabilitation Services and Hospitality House. If you have four or more hours per week to give to...more about New Hanover Regional Medical Center

American Red Cross, Cape Fear Chapter1102 S. 16th St.
Wilmington, NC 28401 • map(910) 762-2683

If you like to help people, you have come to the right place. Your local American Red Cross chapter has just the opportunity, from responding to disasters to supporting a community blood drive, from raising money in support of their humanitarian mission to representing the Red Cross at community events. The...more about American Red Cross, Cape Fear Chapter

Cape Fear Literacy Council1012 S. 17th St.
Wilmington, NC 28401 • map(910) 251-0911

The Cape Fear Literacy Council (CFLC) has two programs to help adults achieve their academic and personal learning goals: 1) Adult Basic Literacy which focuses on reading, writing and math as well as preparation for the GED; and 2) English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), which helps adults from other...more about Cape Fear Literacy Council

Cape Fear River Watch, Inc.617 Surry St.
Wilmington, NC • map(910) 762-5606

Cape Fear River Watch, Inc. is committed to the improvement and protection of the water quality of the Lower Cape Fear River Basin through education, advocacy and action. Volunteers are needed to assist with many programs, including outdoor education and recreation, clean-ups, outreach, wetlands restoration, fund-raising and administrative tasks. To raise...more about Cape Fear River Watch, Inc.

Coastal Horizons Center615 Shipyard Blvd.
Wilmington, NC • map(910) 790-0187

Toll-Free Crisis Line Hotline (800) 672-2903 (24 hours)
First Call For Help Hotline (910) 397-0497 (24 hours)
Rape Crisis Center- New Hanover (910) 392-7460 (24 hours)
Rape Crisis Center- Brunswick (910) 754-7949 (24 hours)
Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Treatment (910) 343-0145
Open House Emergency Youth...more about Coastal Horizons Center

Domestic Violence Shelter and Services, Inc.2901 Market St.
Wilmington, NC 28402 • map(910) 343-0703

This agency shelters women and children who are fleeing domestic violence. Volunteers are needed for the Vintage Values resale shops, board committees, on-call workers, office assistants, children's advocacy, court advocacy, fund-raising, speaker's bureau, EVOLVE Wilmington and direct services. The shelter supported more than 1,500 women and children in the past year. Volunteers are...more about Domestic Violence Shelter and Services, Inc.

Elderhaus, Inc.1950 Amphitheater Dr.
Wilmington, NC 28401 • map(910) 251-0660

Elderhaus provides structured and stimulating daycare activities for adults, primarily the elderly. Elderhaus serves persons with a variety of needs, including those with Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Elderhaus also serves veterans. Volunteers are needed as program aides, activity assistants and meal servers. Volunteer board members oversee fund-raising, public relations, educational activities...more about Elderhaus, Inc.

LINC, Inc.907 Castle St.
Wilmington, NC • map(910) 762-4635

Leading Into New Communities (LINC) is a nonprofit organization assisting individuals in realizing their goals by creating bridges between them and valuable resources. LINC provides shelter and services to men and women who have been released from local or federal prisons and on occasion young adults who have been released from...more about LINC, Inc.

Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter1414 Physicians Dr.
Wilmington, NC 28401 • map(910) 796-7900

Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter serves the needs of hospice patients and their families when life-limiting illness occurs. Volunteers provide respite for caregivers and much-needed emotional support for patients and their caregivers, give administrative support, assist with special events, and offer community outreach. A 15-hour volunteer training course is required....more about Lower Cape Fear Hospice & LifeCareCenter

New Hanover County Senior Resource CenterDepartment of Parks/Gardens/Senior Resources
2222 S. College Rd.
Wilmington, NC 28403 • map(910) 798-6400

The New Hanover County Senior Resource Center is a one-stop shop for many volunteer opportunities. The center coordinates programs for the Corporation for National Service Senior Corps, a national program that puts the experience and talents of seniors ages 55 and older to work getting things done in the community. Contact...more about New Hanover County Senior Resource Center

Salvation Army820 N. Second St.
Wilmington, NC 28401 • map(910) 762-7354

The Salvation Army provides shelter for the homeless and assistance for people in difficult circumstances. It needs volunteers in fund-raising activities and public relations efforts. Volunteers may serve on the Advisory Board and Ladies Auxiliary and in the shelter, which serves men, women and children. Volunteers may also work at the...more about Salvation Army

Senior CorpsNC • map(800) 942-2677

The Senior Corps is a national service program that puts the experience and talents of seniors ages 55 and older to work getting things done in the community. Several entities come under this umbrella, allowing for a variety of volunteer opportunities....more about Senior Corps

United Way of the Cape Fear AreaArboretum Center, Bldg. II, 5919 Oleander Dr.
Ste. 115
Wilmington, NC 28403 • map(910) 798-3900

The United Way of the Cape Fear Area is a non-profit, locally owned and operated organization that supports local health and human service programs that address the highest priority needs in Brunswick, New Hanover, Pender and parts of Columbus counties. Programs supported provide resources and services for those in need in...more about United Way of the Cape Fear Area

 
 
 
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