Boys & Girls Homes of NC hosts a cost-free day of physicals, eye exams, and school giveaways with no ID or appointments required.
By BC News Staff Writer
LAKE WACCAMAW, NC — Boys & Girls Homes of North Carolina (BGHNC) will host a community-focused “Day of Hope” next month, aiming to provide essential services, health resources, and family fun for local residents.
The Columbus County Day of Hope is scheduled for Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The free event will take place on the campus of Boys & Girls Homes of NC, located at 400 Flemington Drive in Lake Waccamaw.
Organizers have designed the day to serve all Columbus County children and families by bringing multiple health, safety, and community resources together in one accessible location. BGHNC has a long history of serving vulnerable youth and families in the region, operating residential, foster care, and community-based programs from its Lake Waccamaw campus.
A core focus of the Day of Hope is providing cost-free wellness and safety checks for children. Key services scheduled for the event include:
- Backpack Giveaway: While supplies last, free backpacks will be distributed to children from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Lions Vision Van: Staff will be on-site to provide free professional eye exams.
- Free Physical Exams: Medical volunteers will offer free physicals to attending youth.
- Kids Fingerprinting Safety Station: The Columbus County Sheriff’s Office will host an interactive station to provide parents with official safety fingerprint records for their children.
Family Activities and Entertainment
In addition to health services, the event features a wide range of recreational activities, interactive displays, and local vendors:
- Touch-A-Truck: Children can get an up-close look at and explore local law enforcement and first responder vehicles.
- Special Attractions: The event will feature a BTS Race Car, food trucks, and live entertainment.
- Community Exhibits: Various educational and informational exhibitors will be stationed throughout the grounds offering resources for local families.
There are no appointments or identification cards required to attend the event or receive any of the complimentary services.
Residents seeking further information are encouraged to contact the BGHNC Development Office directly at 910-646-3083.
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