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Volunteering

Are you interested in serving your community? The Town of Leland offers a variety of volunteer opportunities throughout the year. Please complete the Volunteer Interest Form below, then review the available opportunities to get started.

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The Town of Leland hosts fun and exciting events throughout the year in Town parks and facilities including the Leland Cultural Arts Center. Volunteers assist in many capacities including setup, parking, greeters, hands-on activities, and more.

The Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Department offers programs for all ages throughout the year. Volunteers may help with regularly scheduled or special one-time workshops for youth through adults in a variety of program areas.

Volunteer Policy

 

Event / ProgramDate & TimeEvent / Program DescriptionVolunteer Role

Social Dance Nights

OngoingJoin us as we partner with the local Contra, Latin, and Swing dance communities to host group social dances. 
  • Event Greeter

Free to be Me, With You!

OngoingDiscover the world of child-centered art through color, shapes, animals, and more by squishing playdough, experimenting with paint, collaging, and gluing. Engage in storytelling, build friendships, and develop fine motor skills.
  • Assist staff with setup
  • Assist staff with facilitating the program
  • Assist staff with cleanup

Candy Bar Bingo

March 26, 2026Join us for all-ages bingo at the LCAC!  Prizes include various chocolate bars and fruity candies.
  • Help check cards for Bingo and hand out candy to winners.

Leland Spring Fling

March 28, 2026

The Town of Leland is excited to host Spring Fling, formerly Eggspedition, at the newly renovated Founders Park. Spring Fling expands on the classic egg hunt experience to create a more community-focused festival.

The community can enjoy age-inclusive egg hunts, a trail of local organizations (plus even more candy!), face painting, and a variety of food trucks.

  • Distribute eggs for the egg hunts
In Bloom FestivalMay 16, 2026In Bloom is the latest addition to the Town of Leland’s Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Department. Taking place in the newly renovated Founders Park, this event is meant to celebrate the arts, plants, and people of the Southeastern North Carolina region. Alongside artists and vendors, this event will include diverse native plant educators, performing artists, live music, dance lessons, and delicious food vendors.
  • Assist staff with setup and clean up
  • Help track attendance
  • Assist participants with directions and event information

 

 

The Town of Leland relies heavily on community-minded citizens to get involved with their local government and serve on one of the Town’s Advisory Boards. Learn more about the Town's Boards and Committees and how you can get involved