2025 Volunteer Spotlights
Our mission moves forward because of our dedicated volunteers. From the Day Shelter to the Food Pantry, our volunteers are the driving force behind every life changed. This year, we are honoring a community of 1,028 active volunteers who collectively served 21,090 hours. Explore and celebrate some of the individuals and groups who poured their time and unconditional love into our community in 2025.
Honoring Our 2025
Lead Volunteer Groups
New Hanover Community Service
Christ Community Church
Long Leaf
Baptist Church
Thursday Dinner Team
Steve Moore's Team
Terry's Team
Geri's Team
Diane's Team
Steve Moore's community service team have been active volunteers since 2022, serving faithfully in our Food Pantry every month.
Since 2020, Terry's team has played a vital role in the operation of our Outreach Lunch Services on Tuesday's and Thursday's.
For the past few years, members of Long Leaf Baptist church have volunteered every month during our Outreach Lunch Services for Ladies' Day.
This committed team, comprised of several individuals, helps ensure our Thursday Outreach Dinner goes smoothly.
Global River Church
Toni's Team
For the past several years, Toni's team from Global River Church have supported our staff during Outreach Lunch Services on Ladies' Day.
Level II Volunteers
These dedicated individuals work closely with our most vulnerable populations to provide dignity and support.
RSVP Volunteers
RSVP Volunteers have been a consistent presence at First Fruit Ministries, serving in a variety of capacities on campus.
Laundry Team
Terri's Team
Every Thursday, Terri's Laundry Team shows up to connect with our clients and lead the operations of our free laundry services in our Outreach Center.
Celebrating our
Top 25 Volunteers of 2025
Sean Sullivan - 555 hours served
Michael McLaughlin - 520 hours served
William Jarman - 484 hours served
Roland Lafleur - 449.5 hours served
Aundrea Moore - 449 hours served
Carol Malinoski - 305.5 hours served
Maryleigh Preston-McClure - 289 hours served
Elizabeth Troiano - 281 hours served
Sheila Reaves - 249 hours served
Tammy Cobb - 243 hours served
Cindi Thomas - 240 hours served
Dan Parks - 215.5 hours served
Latoy Moore - 215 hours served
​Scott Powell - 211.5 hours served
Brenda Carlton - 208 hours served
Debbie Arenas - 204 hours served
Tony Woodrich - 199.5 hours served
Fred Jackson - 198 hours served
Theresa Brockway - 185 hours served
Joe Craig - 184 hours served
Robbie Adams - 181 hours served
Heather Steven - 170 hours served
Terry Schwartz - 170 hours served
Terrence Walters - 170 hours served
Adrienne Asbury - 168 hours served