Agencies Dedicated to Serving Children and Adolescents |
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Please contact the agency directly to apply. CFCC does not place students in volunteer or service learning positions in external agencies. You may also find local volunteer opportunities posted on sites such as Cape Fear Volunteer Center, 1-800-Volunteer, and Volunteer Match.
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"International college preparatory program, available at several middle and high schools within New Hanover County Schools, which is designed for students typically underserved by colleges and universities."
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Contact:
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Jessica Eliot, Coordinator |
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910.254.4304 |
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New Hanover County Middle and High Schools |
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The Youth Enrichment Zone is designed to make community resources available to reduce youth violence, increase education rates and make a brighter future for children, families, and individuals living within a specific zone in North Wilmington.
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See website (above) |
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See website (above) |
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Sites located throughout Northside Wilmington |
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"The Boy Scouts of America will prepare every youth to become a responsible, participating citizen and leader who is guided by the Scout Oath and Scout Law."
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Andrew Zeldin, District Executive |
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910.395.1100, ext. 21 |
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110 Longstreet Drive, Wilmington, NC 28412 |
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Organization that offers "programs and services promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence."
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Angie Hill, Director of Marketing and Development
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Volunteer Opportunities |
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910.392.0747 |
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2759 Vance Street, Wilmington, NC 28409 |
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Program that " offers enrichment opportunities to approximately 500 abused, neglected and dependent children who find themselves in the foster care system in New Hanover and Pender Counties, and supports the 150 Guardians ad Litem (GAL) who advocate in court for these children."
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910.251.2733 ext. 241 or 148. |
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320 Chestnut St. Suite 405, Wilmington, NC 28401 |
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Oldest history museum in North Carolina . . . [that] collects images and artifacts that help us understand the history, science and cultures of the region." This museum has several child-friendly events and programs.
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910.798.4366 |
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814 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 |
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"Cape Fear Soccer Association (CFSA) is a non-profit (501(c)3) North Carolina Corporation organized to promote and administer the operation of a participation youth recreational soccer division, challenge soccer division, classic soccer division, and an adult amateur soccer division."
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Contact:
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Tara Richardson, Director of Recreation |
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910.392.0306 |
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Wilmington, NC
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Organization designed to be a "regional community resource for parents, families and children through nurturing, education, mentoring, advocacy, empowerment, and child abuse prevention."
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Contact:
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Karin Mackinnon, Agency Director |
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910.791.1057 |
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1401 39th Street, Wilmington, NC 28403 |
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Interactive, play-based museum for children that "provides magical and playful experiences for children ages 1-8. Children and the adults who bring them find ample opportunities to explore and better understand the arts, sciences, culture and more, through engaging exhibits and programs."
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Contact:
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Mary Ellen Boylan, Art and Early Childhood Educator |
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910.254.3534, ext. 103 |
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116 Orange St., Wilmington |
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Program that offers children with disabilities the opportunity to participate in therapeutic horseback riding sessions.
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Contact:
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Kim Niggel, Executive Director |
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910.470.0490 |
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3507 N. Kerr Ave., Wilmington 28401 |
Instructions:
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Contact agency for volunteer opportunities and guidelines. |
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"After school and summer programs designed to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens."
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Contact:
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Kristin Zachary, Program Director |
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910.762.1252 |
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Wilmington: 901 Nixon Street Wilmington, NC 28401 |
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Southport: 705 North Lord Street Southport, NC 28461 |
Application:
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www.cbgcw.org/volunteer.pdf |
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Local affiliate the nation's largest dropout-prevention program. CIS is "dedicated to facilitating the connection between community resources and the public schools of New Hanover and Pender Counties for the purposes of helping young people learn, stay in school and prepare for life. . . . CISCF offers programs in area schools and brings community resources, services, parents and volunteers together to help meet students' needs. With mentoring and tutoring support, students can concentrate on learning and educators can concentrate on teaching."
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Contact:
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Lisa Brewer, Program Director
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Phone:
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910.343.1901 |
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20 N. Front Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 |
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CUE (Community United Effort) is an organization that provides free services and support for missing persons and their families. CUE also offers college internship and youth mentoring programs.
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Contact:
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Monica Caison, Executive Director |
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910.343.1131 |
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Wilmington, NC |
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http://www.ncmissingpersons.org/category/volunteer-on-line/ |
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Non-profit dance studio that is "committed to nurturing the dance community by providing affordable classes, rehearsal space, and performance opportunities to those underserved artistically, culturally, and economically in the Greater Wilmington Area."
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Contact:
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Anne Firmender, School Director |
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910.763.4995 |
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118 S. 17th St., Wilmington, NC 28401 |
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"A community based, non-profit, non residential program that provides free services to persons with disabilities. dRC is dedicated to assisting all persons regardless of disability in making choices about their own lives and in experiencing success as active participants in society."
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Contact:
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Gloria Garton, Executive Director |
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910.815.6618 |
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140 A Cinema Drive, Wilmington, NC 28403 |
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Non-profit organization that "provides shelter and direct services for victims and their children in New Hanover County. Other areas are served as needed."
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Contact:
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Bonnie Iler, Executive Director |
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910.343.0703 |
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Office Location: 2901 Market Street, Wilmington, NC 28403 |
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Non-profit organization that is "dedicated to building character and self-esteem in young people through involvement in the arts. . . . DREAMS offers programs for children at15 sites throughout the Wilmington area. Through dance, music, painting, and much more, we strive to transcend cultural barriers and emphasize self-discipline and teamwork."
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Contact:
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Emily Prabhaker, Volunteer Coordinator |
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910.772.1501 |
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515 Ann Street, Wilmington NC 28402 |
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Local chapter of Easter Seals that devoted to serving people living with disabilities. Disabilities include cerebral palsy, autism, Spinal Bifida, mental retardation, muscular dystrophy, stroke, spinal cord injuries, head injuries, hearing and visual impairments, and mental health conditions.
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info@nc.eastersealsucp.com |
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910.790.5921 |
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33 Darlington Ave., Wilmington, NC 28403 |
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Open indoor play opportunities for children ages five and under, offering developmental play equipment, musical instruments, transportation play, balls and indoor slides, music and art programs. Outdoor state of the art playground and indoor birthday parties also available. Volunteers must complete a volunteer/intern application.
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Colleen Farrell, Center Director |
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910-341-4630 |
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302 S. 10th St., Wilmington (across from Gregory Elementary School) |
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Program that teaches teach girls “the importance of personal responsibility, the value of goal setting, the spirit of teamwork, and the thrill of accomplishment."
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Michelle White |
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910.538.1270 |
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108 E. Lockhaven Dr. Goldsboro, NC 27534 |
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Junior Achievement (JA) helps students see the relevancy between what they are learning in school and how it relates to life outside of the classroom. Junior Achievement is a partnership between the business community, educators and volunteers --all working together to inspire young people to dream big and reach their potential. JA's hands-on, experiential programs teach the key concepts of work readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy.
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Courtney Hickman , Volunteer & Community Relations Manager |
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910.762.3690 |
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217 N. Fifth Avenue, Suite 101, Wilmington, North Carolina 28401
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Kids Making It (KMI) is a national award-winning program that teaches woodworking skills in a "strong mentoring environment and instilling patience, pride, perseverance, confidence, teamwork and self-esteem. KMI kids are able to build character through community service projects and impart the truth of actions and consequences through the woodworking process."
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Jeff Citrin, Associate Director |
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910.763.6001 |
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15 South Water Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 |
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Public school system serving all of New Hanover County. Students must contact individual schools for volunteer opportunities and guidelines: Public School Directory
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One of three North Carolina State Aquariums. The Fort Fisher Aquarium offers a variety of summer camp and youth enrichment programs.
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Suzanne Holtzclaw, Coordinator |
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910.458.8257, ext. 232 |
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900 Loggerhead Road, Kure Beach, NC 28449 |
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www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/ap?AP=1884663901 |
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"Nourish NC began in 2008 when a small group of concerned women discovered that children in their school were going hungry on weekends. These parents decided to take action and funded a backpack program for those 20 children at Carolina Beach Elementary School. News of the success spread quickly and Nourish NC expanded to a middle school in 2009. With widespread interest in the program, Nourish NC became a 501(c)3 non-profit and now provides weekend meals for over 190 children in New Hanover County schools. Nourish NC also provides weekend food for the long holiday and summer breaks."
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910.442.7831 |
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New Hanover County |
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Public school system serving all of Pender County. Students must contact individual schools for volunteer opportunities and guidelines: Public School Directory
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Local affiliate of Special Olympics that "offers 11 sports including golf, soccer, basketball, aquatics, bocce, softball, tennis, power-lifting, athletics, roller skating and bowling. In addition to sports we offer seasonal dances and social get-togethers and Camp Shriver, a sports day camp."
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910.341.5876 |
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302 Willard Street, Wilmington, NC 28401 |
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Village of Greenfield Community Center |
Community center that provides an after school tutoring, mentoring, and recreation program for children in grades K-12.
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Contact:
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Swandella Nixon, Director of Resident Services |
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910.772.9889 |
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1400 S. 11th St., Wilmington, NC 28401 |
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After school program at Wesley Memorial Church.
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Contact:
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Mae Spencer or Regina Steigerwald |
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910.791.4002 |
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1401 S. College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403 |
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The Wilmington Family YMCA is a "non-profit association committed to a mission of supporting Judeo-Christian principles through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all."
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Contact:
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Emily Foster, New Hanover Youth Director |
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Dana Youmans, Director of Y.E.S. Program in Pender County |
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910.251.9622, ext. 255 |
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2710 Market St. Wilmington, NC 28403 |
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This comprehensive after school program, located at Williston Middle School and D.C. Virgo Middle School, offers a variety of services for at-risk students that "promote self-reliance and healthy lifestyles, through education, mentoring, and advocacy. The mission of WRAAP is to bridge the educational and social gaps that exist amongst our youth, families, and communities."
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Contact:
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Eyrn Teague, Williston Middle School Site Director |
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910.392.6007 |
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2929 Princess Place Dr, Wilmington, NC 28405 |
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Middle and high school after school and mentoring program offered through CIS (Communities in Schools).
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910.343.1901 |
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20 N. 4th St., Wilmington, NC 28401 |
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Contact organization for volunteer opportunities and guidelines. |
