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Day of Action is a United Way event that takes place globally on or around June 21st every year. We are excited to announce this will be United Way of the Cape Fear Area’s first year participating in this incredible day as we aim to make change in our communities and provide support for those in need. 


What we’re doing: 

This year, we’ve created three ways to get involved leading up to the big day. 

  • Donate directly to United Way
  • Set up a collection box
  • Help us sort our donations and pack kits for distribution on the Day of Action! 


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 day of volunteering 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, which includes a list all of our needed donation items and information about our kits!

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 Wednesday, June 14, 2023

From 9am to 3pm

  • 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 during the hours listed above. If you need help with delivering your donations, please contact us in advance so that we may arrange for someone to assist you. Donations may be delivered any time before and on this date. Please call before you come!


"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