Volunteer With Us!

We rely on a strong volunteer base to provide programs, activities, and services to the residents of and visitors to the City of Wilmington. Some activities are regular and on-going while others are one-time events where you can volunteer for a few hours. 

A majority of our volunteer positions require an interview and/or a background check. Volunteers who wish to drive are required to have background and driving history checks.

We provide orientation, training, and recognition. We accept volunteers ages 14 years and above depending on the activity. A volunteer application is not a guarantee of placement in a volunteer task or position unless you have confirmation of acceptance by a Parks & Recreation staff member. 

Types of Volunteers

We have three categories of volunteers within the Parks & Recreation Department. We accept teens (ages 14-17) as well as adults (ages 18 and above).

One-Time Volunteers

Individuals who wish to volunteer less than one day (2 to 6 hours)

Examples: 

• Park Beautification (i.e., mulching, trash pick-up, pulling weeds)
• Assist with one-time Special Events 
• Share talents (i.e., external activity instructor) with Afterschool/Athletic Program participants

Short-Term Volunteers

Individuals who wish to volunteer on a temporary basis for 25 hours or less.  

Examples:

• Kids Night Out Program (Davis Center at Maides Park)
• Spring Break Camp (MLK & Davis Community Centers)
• Family Movie Night Series (MLK Center)

Long-Term or On-going Temporary Volunteers

 Individuals that choose to volunteer with the Parks & Recreation Department on an on-going basis for more than 25 hours. On-going volunteers may choose a regular schedule on a weekly or monthly basis.

Examples:

• Afterschool Program (MLK & Davis Community Centers)
• Summer Day Camp Program (MLK & Davis Community Centers)
• Athletic Program Coach (Rotating locations)

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Volunteer Handbook

The purpose of this handbook is to provide you with basic information about the various volunteer opportunities available and our volunteer expectations. We offer short-term and longer-term appointments depending upon the season or activity. Please review the attached materials and choose the volunteer role description that interests you. Contact Cynthia Holden to begin the process and embark on a unique experience.

Volunteer Application

A volunteer application(PDF, 160KB) is not a guarantee of placement in a volunteer task or position unless you have received confirmation of acceptance via Cynthia Holden. We have two categories of volunteers within the Parks & Recreation Department. We accept teens (ages 14-17) as well as adults (ages 18 and above).

Background Check Release Form

Volunteers who work with our vulnerable populations are asked to complete and submit a background check(PDF, 69KB) and volunteer application before beginning to volunteer. Volunteers who wish to drive are required to have background and driving history checks.

Driving History Release Form

Volunteers who work with our vulnerable populations are asked to complete and submit a background check and volunteer application before beginning to volunteer. Volunteers who wish to drive are required to have background and driving history checks(PDF, 33KB).

Volunteer Feedback Survey

This survey is optional, but we value your feedback. Please return within one week of volunteering. Thank you for volunteering and supporting our programs and community!