Day of Action is a United Way event that takes place globally on or around June 21st every year. We love to participate on this incredible day as we aim to make change in our communities and provide local support for those in need.

What we’re doing:

We’ve created three ways to get involved.

Donate directly to United Way
Set up a collection box
Help us sort our donations and pack kits for distribution ON Day of Action, June 21!

Our goal is to create two different types of supply kits to support the needs of individuals and families in unique, creative ways. UWCFA will create Birthday Kits and Basic Essentials kits.

Distribution of the kits will be managed through our non-profit partners and through the UWCFA office.

Join us in a fun and uplifting opportunity that will positively impact the lives of our community members who need us most. Every step from crisis to stability, no matter how small, is a step toward our vision of a united community where everyone is healthy, safe, and prosperous.

Want to Get Involved?

Click the button below to download our Day of Action packet, or email us.

Download our Day of Action PDF

Fund a Kit

Throw the Best of Birthdays

The Birthday Bash Kits will feature birthday party essentials for up to 10 people including cake mix and icing, cupcake sleeves, candles, plates, napkins, a birthday card, and decorations.

Basic Essentials for Emergency Needs

The Basic Essentials Kits will feature basic hygiene items one may need when faced with a dramatic life change or unstable housing situation. We aim to deliver everything from toothpaste and toothbrush to soap, deoderant, and sunscreen.

The Total Essentials Kits will feature basic hygiene items one may need when faced with a dramatic life change or unstable housing situation. We aim to deliver everything from toothpaste and toothbrush to first aid items, undergarments, water, and sunscreen.

Collect Donations & Make a Difference

Deliver by Friday, June 14, 2024

Cake Mix
Icing
Candles
Plates
Napkins
Tablecloths
Cupcake Liners
Gluten Free Cake Mix
B-Day Cards
Banners
Paper streamers
Tissue Paper
13" Gift Bags
Party Hats
Balloons
Cake Toppers

Toothpaste
Toothbrush
Bar Soap
Deoderant
Sunscreen
Clean Wipes
Brush/Comb
Socks
Underwear
Lip balm
Bandaids
Gauze & tape
Antiseptic gel
Alcohol pads
Water bottles
Ziplock bags (quart size)

Collecting donations is a key component to leveraging dollars and making our efforts go further. We've put together a list of needed items, so you can get involved in increasing impact!

Donations can be dropped off at our location in Downtown Wilmington at 127 Grace St from 9am to 2pm on weekdays. If you need help with delivering your donations, please contact us in advance.

"We know only too well that what we are doing is nothing more than a drop in the ocean. But if the drop were not there, the ocean would be missing something." -- Mother Teresa

127 Grace St

Wilmington, NC 28401