Volunteer for Wings up for Wilmington 2026

Established in 1983 as a modest Soup Kitchen, Good Shepherd has grown to become the largest provider of homeless services in the region. Current programs include the Soup Kitchen which serves over 89,000 meals a year; Second Helpings food salvage and distribution program; Sgt. Eugene Ashley Center providing transitional and permanent supportive housing for Veterans and men with disabilities; a Day Shelter providing the homeless with access to showers, clothing, transportation, and on-site mental health and health services; and a Night Shelter with 118 beds for homeless men, women, and families with children. Good Shepherd recently opened SECU Lakeside Reserve, an affordable housing unit with 40 apartments for chronically homeless adults with disabilities, including seniors and Veterans.

Volunteers will weed, water and harvest our community garden and provide general property upkeep of our Sgt. Eugene Ashley Center.

Arrival: Please plan to arrive a few minutes before your scheduled start time. Emily will meet your group upon arrival.
Attire: Closed-toed shoes are required.
Recommended: Tall socks, sunscreen, bug spray, work gloves, and a reusable water bottle.
Project: We'll be working outdoors in the community garden, so please dress comfortably for the weather and be prepared for heat and sun exposure.