WILMINGTON — For some students, summer is a time to take a break from studies — but, honestly, for most, it’s a chance to pick up summer jobs, internships, summer classes, and of course volunteer opportunities.
If you (or someone you know) are still looking to give back this summer, don’t worry: there’s still plenty of time, and plenty of places to volunteer your time. Here’s five in the Wilmington area (have one to suggest? Let us know in the comments).
- Lumina Academy
Lumina Academy is home to some amazing students from high schools to universities across America contributing to its mission to help under-privileged students around the globe in their education through technology. Whether it’s through Pen Pal programs or site visit summer programs, there are many opportunities to volunteer.
Find more info online.
- DREAMS
DREAMS of Wilmington, Inc. is a nonprofit dedicated to building creative, committed citizens, one child at a time, through providing youth in need with high-quality, free-of-charge programming in the literary, visual, multimedia and performing arts.
Find more info online.
- Community Boys & Girls Club
Community Boys & Girls Club has the goal of opening doors and transforming lives by providing a safe place where young people can be themselves, be proud, and experience opportunities never thought possible. The Club challenges youth to experience the world outside their doorsteps and gives them the tools they need to succeed. Volunteer orientation can be completed Monday through Friday between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Find info online, or call Brenda Bowden at 910-762-1252
- Work On Wilmington
Work On Wilmington works in partnership with community organizations and agencies to create meaningful, hands-on service projects that improve the quality of life and achieve tangible results to improve life in the Wilmington area.
Find more info online.
- Carousel Center
Carousel Center is a nonprofit dedicated to providing medical and legal services for children who are victims of physical and/or sexual abuse. Volunteer tasks include organizing events and fundraisers.
Find information online, or email Sarah Brickels at sarah.brickels@carouselcenter.org
