American Cancer Society

Organization

Wilmington, NC

American Cancer Society provides a 24/7 cancer helpline, weekday live chat, and cancer information in Spanish, Arabic, and Simplified Chinese.

  • People seeking guidance after a cancer diagnosis
  • Caregivers and families needing cancer resources
  • Patients needing referrals to cancer support programs

Family Promise Of The Lower Cape Fear

Organization

Wilmington, NC

Family Promise of the Lower Cape Fear shelters families experiencing homelessness, with 85% of sheltered families reportedly finding housing.

  • families experiencing homelessness
  • families needing shelter and housing support
  • families needing targeted case management

NC Ports

Organization

Wilmington, NC

NC Ports handles container, bulk, breakbulk, refrigerated, and roll-on/roll-off cargo through Wilmington and Morehead City.

  • Container shipping through Wilmington
  • Refrigerated cargo requiring more than 1,500 reefer plugs
  • Dry bulk commodities such as grains, fertilizers, and direct reduced iron

From sea to Queen City in one day

Plastic Ocean Project

Organization

Wilmington, NC

Plastic Ocean Project is a Wilmington-based youth-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit conducting microplastics research, environmental education, cleanups, and Ocean Friendly Establishment certification.

  • Businesses seeking Ocean Friendly Establishment certification
  • Schools and organizations seeking plastic-pollution education or traveling exhibits
  • Community groups organizing public or private cleanup events

Prodigal Recovery Of Nc, Inc

Organization

Wilmington, NC

Prodigal Recovery provides recovery housing in a 7-bedroom Wilmington home, two blocks from Narcotics Anonymous meetings and 0.75 miles from daily Alcoholics Anonymous meetings.

  • People seeking structured recovery housing after treatment or incarceration
  • Residents wanting close access to Narcotics Anonymous and Alcoholics Anonymous meetings
  • People seeking a recovery residence with recreational amenities including billiards, basketball, volleyball, and a gym

Wbs Foundation

Organization

Wrightsville Beach, NC

WBS Foundation raises discretionary funds for Wrightsville Beach School's HR needs and has operated as a 501(c)(3) since 2012.

  • Supporting Wrightsville Beach School beyond traditional public funding
  • Participating in school fundraising events
  • Bidding in a virtual silent auction open to anyone

Wilmington-cape Fear Home Builders Association

Organization

Wilmington, NC

Wilmington-Cape Fear Home Builders Association, established in 1965, connects members with NCHBA and NAHB through a 3-in-1 membership.

  • Builders and remodelers seeking industry advocacy
  • Home-building businesses seeking networking and educational programs
  • New-home sales and marketing professionals seeking training and MAX! Awards participation

Dolphin Bay Hoa

Organization

Wilmington, NC

Dolphin Bay Hoa is a 93-home waterfront community where each home receives a 25-foot boat slip.

  • Homeowners seeking a waterfront community with assigned boat slips
  • Residents wanting access to a marina, private beach, pool, and clubhouse
  • Households seeking discounted group internet and cable services

Landfall Property Owners Association

Organization

Wilmington, NC

Landfall is a 2,200-acre controlled-access Wilmington community with approximately 2,000 homesites, trails, sports facilities, and year-round residents.

  • Year-round residential living in Wilmington
  • Families seeking playgrounds, sports fields, trails, and recreation facilities
  • Residents wanting Intracoastal Waterway access and conservation areas

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FAQ

Which organization can answer cancer questions outside normal business hours?

American Cancer Society lists a cancer helpline staffed by trained cancer information specialists 24/7. Its live chat is listed as available weekdays from 7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Central Time.

Where can a homeless family in New Hanover County seek housing support?

Family Promise of the Lower Cape Fear provides shelter, targeted case management, and housing placement support for families experiencing homelessness.

Can these organizations provide emergency medical treatment or detox?

No. American Cancer Society provides information and referrals rather than diagnosis or treatment, and Prodigal Recovery provides sober living rather than medical detoxification or inpatient clinical care.

Are fees listed for these nonprofit services?

The provided listings do not state prices or eligibility fees. Contact the specific organization to confirm costs, availability, and application requirements before relying on a service.

Which listed organizations identify as 501(c)(3) nonprofits?

Plastic Ocean Project and WBS Foundation are identified as 501(c)(3) organizations in their listings. Donation deductibility and applicable restrictions should be confirmed with the organization or a tax adviser.