Join us on Oct. 3, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., for Lend a Hand in Leland!
Lend a Hand in Leland is a community-wide day of service designed to bring people together through collaboration and volunteerism across our beloved Town. The initiative unites individuals, families, and organizations around meaningful projects that make a lasting, positive impact in our community.
The event begins at 8 a.m. at Founders Park, located at 113 Town Hall Drive, where volunteers will check in, enjoy light refreshments, connect with fellow participants, and learn more about the organizations they'll be supporting. At 9 a.m., volunteers will travel to their assigned locations and begin serving throughout the community.
Join Cape Fear River Watch to clean a Leland area watershed.
Saturday, Oct. 3, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
All participants will start at Founders Park at 8 a.m., where they will check in, meet with their groups, and enjoy light refreshments before departing for their project sites.
Project location: Cypress Cove Park
Cape Fear River Watch is excited to partner with the Town of Leland for another Lend a Hand in Leland! For this event, Cape Fear River Watch will be hosting a cleanup near a waterway in Leland.
Escaped litter is not just unsightly, it also has detrimental effects on the environment and wildlife. A cleanup is a great way to raise awareness of this issue in addition to removing litter that is polluting the environment in Leland.
All ages are welcome. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Cape Fear River Watch will provide all necessary equipment, including pickers, gloves, safety vests, bags, bug spray, kayaks, and life vests.
Closed-toe shoes are required on site. Long pants are suggested. Please bring water.
Cape Fear River Watch is an environmental nonprofit based in Wilmington, but its work encompasses the whole Cape Fear River Basin from the headwaters to the mouth and everywhere in between. The mission of Cape Fear River Watch is to protect and improve the water quality of the Cape Fear River Basin for all people through education, advocacy, and action.
Volunteers will join We Live Here to pick up roadside trash in the Westgate District.
Saturday, October 3, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
All participants will start at Founders Park at 8 a.m., where they will check in, meet with their groups, and enjoy light refreshments before departing for their project sites.
Project location: Westgate District (Gateway Boulevard and Ploof Road)
Join We Live Here to pick up roadside trash in the Westgate District, focusing on Gateway Boulevard and Ploof Road. Our goal is to pick up the entirety of Gateway Boulevard, Ploof Road, and Westgate Drive. We will then analyze this trash for trends and are happy to make the data available to anyone committed to addressing the problem.
More project details will be shared closer to the event.
Participants of all ages are welcome. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
We Live Here will provide all necessary equipment. Please bring water.
We Live Here is a group of highly social, purpose-centered people in Leland working together to make sure the place we live is a place we love.
Join Alliance for Cape Fear Trees to plant trees in Leland to beautify the community, improve the environment, and enhance walkability.
Saturday, October 3, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
All participants will start at Founders Park at 9 a.m., where they will check in, meet with their groups, and enjoy light refreshments before departing for their project sites.
Project location: Westgate District (Gateway Boulevard and Ploof Road)
In March, volunteers planted eight Brandywine Maples along Gateway Boulevard. To further enhance and beautify this area, We Live Here, in partnership with Lowe's Home Improvement, plans to plant additional trees along the same stretch of road.
Participants should expect some lifting and repositioning of trees, as well as potential digging to prepare the necessary holes.
Participants of all ages are welcome. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
All necessary equipment will be provided. Please bring water.
We Live Here is a group of highly social, purpose-centered people in Leland working together to make sure the place we live is a place we love.
Help AARP help inform future improvements along Village Road by joining their walk audit.
Saturday, October 3, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
All participants will start at Founders Park at 8 a.m., where they will check in, meet with their groups, and enjoy light refreshments before departing for their project sites.
Project location: Founders Park to the Hardee's on Village Road
Volunteers will assist AARP by participating in a walk audit and providing feedback using the organization's Walk Audit Toolkit.
Participants of all ages are welcome. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
AARP is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people as they age, promoting independence and well-being.
Assist First Baptist Church of Leland with its drive-thru food bank.
Saturday, October 3, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
All participants will start at Founders Park at 9 a.m., where they will check in, meet with their groups, and enjoy light refreshments before departing for their project sites.
Project location: First Baptist of Leland Church
Join First Baptist Church of Leland for a drive-thru food distribution event aimed at supporting food access in our community. As individuals arrive, they’ll check in with church staff, and volunteers will load groceries directly into their vehicles
Participants must be at least 12 years old. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
All necessary equipment will be provided. Volunteers should be comfortable lifting and carrying heavy items as part of the distribution process.
First Baptist Church of Leland is committed to serving everyone in the community—regardless of their faith journey—through compassionate prayer, meaningful connections, and accessible food outreach that supports individuals and families.
Assist First Baptist Church of Leland in collecting donated goods for future food pantries.
Saturday, October 3, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
All participants will start at Founders Park at 9 a.m., where they will check in, meet with their groups, and enjoy light refreshments before departing for their project sites.
Project location: First Baptist of Leland Church
Join First Baptist Church of Leland in collecting food donations that will help feed local families and strengthen our community.
Participants must be at least 12 years old. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
All necessary equipment will be provided. Volunteers should be comfortable lifting and carrying heavy items as part of the distribution process.
First Baptist Church of Leland is committed to serving everyone in the community—regardless of their faith journey—through compassionate prayer, meaningful connections, and accessible food outreach that supports individuals and families.
About Lend a Hand in Leland
Lend a Hand in Leland strives to foster a strong sense of community ownership and pride by connecting residents with local volunteer opportunities through collective days of service. We aim to empower individuals to make a positive impact, enriching the fabric of our Town and enhancing the quality of life for all.
- To encourage ownership and a sense of pride in residents through volunteerism.
- To provide opportunities for residents to participate in reoccurring days of community service.
- To engage residents and community groups in a variety of diverse projects.
- To work together to strive for a Leland where the spirit of service thrives year-round.
- Engage residents of all ages and backgrounds in meaningful volunteer activities that address local needs and promote community well-being.
- Forge strong partnerships with local non-profit and governmental organizations, businesses, institutions, and community groups to expand volunteer opportunities and maximize collective impact.
- Ensure that volunteer opportunities are accessible and inclusive to all residents, regardless of socio-economic status, abilities, or backgrounds, fostering a sense of belonging and unity within the community.
If you'd like to learn more about Lend a Hand in Leland or how to get you or your organization involved, please email us at lendahand@townofleland.com.
