Lend a Hand in Leland is a community-wide day of service initiative aimed at fostering collaboration and volunteerism within our beloved Town. We're dedicated to bringing together a diverse group of individuals, families, and organizations to make a positive impact in our community through various volunteer projects and activities.
Our next Lend a Hand in Leland will take place on Saturday, October 4 from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and feature seven meaningful volunteer opportunities in partnership with local organizations. Learn more about each project by clicking the green tabs below.
Join Cape Fear River Watch to clean a Leland area watershed.
Saturday, Oct. 4, 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
All participants will start at the Leland Cultural Arts Center at 8:30 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 4, 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
All participants will start at the Leland Cultural Arts Center at 8:30 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 We Live Here to plant trees in Leland to beautify the community, improve the environment, and enhance walkability.
Saturday, October 4, 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
All participants will start at the Leland Cultural Arts Center at 8:30 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.
Have a green thumb? Help AARP spruce up the Brunswick Center at Leland with some fresh landscaping! There will be weeding around the flagpole, entrance, and garden beds to make the space shine for everyone who visits.
Saturday, October 4, 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
All participants will start at the Leland Cultural Arts Center at 8:30 a.m., where they will check in, meet with their groups, and enjoy light refreshments before departing for their project sites.
Project location: Brunswick Center at Leland
Volunteers will assist AARP with basic landscaping around the Brunswick Center at Leland to help maintain a clean and welcoming environment. Tasks will include pulling weeds around the flagpole, along the building entrance, and around bushes and garden beds. This project is ideal for those who enjoy outdoor work or want to contribute to improving a community space.
Participants of all ages are welcome. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
All necessary equipment will be provided; volunteers need to bring their own gardening gloves. Please bring water.
AARP is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people as they age, promoting independence and well-being.
As part of its affordable housing mission, Brunswick County Habitat for Humanity will be constructing 10 new homes off Highland Hills Drive in the Fuller Court Neighborhood. For Lend a Hand in Leland, Habitat will host a build day at this location. A build day consists of volunteering on the construction site and can include tasks such as framing, window and door installation, applying exterior siding, interior trim work, flooring, cabinet installation, and site cleanup.
More project details will be shared closer to the event.
Participants must be at least 16 years old. Anyone who is 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. All skill and labor levels are welcome.
Proper construction site clothing with closed-toe footwear is required. Please bring water.
Brunswick County Habitat for Humanity was founded in 1993 and is a locally run affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International.
We believe that safe and decent shelter should be a fundamental human right. Our goal and mission is to end substandard housing. People from all walks of life are invited to work together with us to help build houses for those families in need. Our homeowners include young families with small children, single parents and those with disabilities.
Our homes are built with volunteer labor, tax deductible donations, and proceeds from our ReStore retail locations. Homeowners invest a substantial amount of time and sweat equity into building their own homes. The house is then sold to the partner family with a below market interest rate. Money collected from partner family mortgage repayments is used to help finance the construction of future Habitat homes.
Assist First Baptist Church of Leland with its drive-thru food bank.
Saturday, October 4, 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
All participants will start at the Leland Cultural Arts Center at 8:30 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. Please wear closed toe shoes. Since project will take place both indoors and outdoors, we also recommend bringing a hat, jacket, sunglasses, and a water bottle. 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.
Join North Brunswick High School for a campus-wide cleanup.
Saturday, October 4, 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m.
All participants will start at the Leland Cultural Arts Center at 8:30 a.m., where they will check in, meet with their groups, and enjoy light refreshments before departing for their project sites.
Project location: North Brunswick High School
North Brunswick High School is hosting a campus-wide cleanup to clear away trash and remove items that are no longer needed, focusing on the courtyard, athletic areas, and spaces around the campus to help create a cleaner, more welcoming environment for everyone.
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.
North Brunswick High School is a vibrant learning community where communication is open and respectful, accomplishments are recognized, and accountability drives our shared success.
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.
