Opportunities From: Montgomery County Volunteer Center

Join us in honoring Earth Day with a community cleanup and gardening in Prathertown! Together, we’ll make a hands-on difference by keeping our local environment healthy and beautiful on Saturday, April 25, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm (weather permitting). 

Spend a Saturday outdoors enjoying the fresh air, connecting with neighbors, and helping care for our planet. Participants will collect litter and recyclables along 1.5 miles Wightman Road. Students can earn SSL hours. We’ll meet at the corner of Prathertown and Wightman Road. In the morning we will be having a community cleanup, followed by sustainable gardening. We will work together to count and take photos of every bag of trash collected for a report to the Department of Transportation. You’re also welcome to bring a canned food item for our Earth Day food drive supporting local families.

Impact

Prathertown is a neighborhood in Gaithersburg originally founded in 1883 by emancipated people. It has a long and deep rooted history that is evident today in Prathertown's many artifacts and historical homes. By volunteering, you will be contributing to the health of Prathertown’s environment and reducing litter. 

By collecting and removing litter from Prathertown, the animals benefit from a cleaner, safer habitat that helps protect them from pollution, injury, and contaminated food sources. 

By registering, you acknowledge that volunteering may involve physical activity, handling sharp or heavy objects, and contact with unfamiliar persons or animals. Please exercise reasonable care and understand you assume any personal risk of injury or property damage.

Wear long-sleeve shirts and pants

Apply sunscreen and insect repellent

Provide a contact number in case of schedule or weather updates

Bring a reusable water bottle

Arrive on time by 9 am!

Keeping all participants safe is our highest priority. Parents or guardians may contact us directly with any questions or concerns.

Contact:

info@prathertown.org - Phone: (301) 258-1003 - www.prathertown.org

Please note: No restrooms are available on-site. Breaks will be provided

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

BetterPlanet4kids Mission:

​ Empower youth with a platform for action, advocacy, awareness, and policy engagement around environmental wellness, educational equity, and civic engagement

Come join Better Planet 4 Kids to celebrate 2026 Earth Day by cleaning up 

Rock Creek Regional Park

15700 Needwood Lake Circle

Rockville, Maryland 20855

Age: anyone 10 and above, entire family/groups welcome. 

Two SSL hours will be awarded to eligible MCPS students.

Contact:

Raj Awasthi

Founder, BetterPlanet4Kids 

Host: YouthRUs Podcast (Spotify, YouTube)

Email: betterplanet4kids@gmail.com

Te: (512) 791-9617

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Vines and bushes are killing our native trees and plants. Volunteers will use clippers, saws and other hand tools to remove the invasive plants and free the trees. Participants have told us that they can hear the trees thanking them. It's an opportunity to be outside and make a difference for the environment. The activity is open to everyone. Training is on site.  We have tools and gloves to lend. 

Meet at the Willard Avenue Park entrance at 5310 Willard Avenue.  We will be working on removing ivy from the trees there.  There is free parking along Willard Avenue. 

Visit LFWA.org/events for registration and complete details.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Join the City of Takoma Park in volunteering for the City's Earth Day Event! This popular annual event is held rain or shine and will take place this year on Sunday, April 12th, 2026. Volunteers are needed to support a number of activities, including set-up, breakdown, partner outreach booth support, children's activities support, bike activities support, EV showcase support, and more. This event will be held in 2 location nodes; the Sligo Creek Stream Valley Park and the Takoma Park Silver Spring Co-op. More detailed information will be available on the City's website: https://takomaparkmd.gov/1950/Earth-Month-in-Takoma-Park

All volunteers will be requested to attend a mandatory in-person training at the City's Public Work Office ahead of the event, where node location and activities will be assigned. The trainings will be held on:

-Tuesday, March 31st, 2026 from 6:30pm-8:00pm 

OR

-Wednesday, April 8th, 2026 from 6:30-8:00pm

Further details will be sent upon registration. Volunteers will receive a free t-shirt and those working shifts of 3 hours or more will be provided lunch at the event. SSL hours are available for this event. We thank you for volunteering with us; this event wouldn't be possible without you!

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

*as with all KindWorks projects, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus, the lifting of heavy objects, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage, and agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Volunteer with The Urban Studio in celebrating Montgomery County Green Fest while also connecting the community with nature in the Chesapeake Bay through art. This tabling event aims to provide nature art-themed coloring pages where families can stop by the table and color illustrations of local plants and animals.

What you'll be doing:

When: Saturday, April 25, 10am-5pm

Where BlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Dr, Germantown, MD

We hope to see you there!

To fully register you must register on Eventbrite and select a shift or multiple shifts.

*This is not a ticket to attend Green Fest; this is a ticket to help The Urban Studio in hosting a table during the Green Fest event.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Visit www.LFWA.org to register

Join us for a maintenance day at our Falmouth Road Habitat restoration project. We will be weeding and removing non-native invasives that are encroaching on the project. We provide all the necessary tools and gloves. Wear long sleeves, long pants and closed toe shoes and bring water to drink.  Under 14 must be accompanied by a supervising adult.

Meet at the corner of Massachusetts Avenue and Falmouth RD (or plug in 5427 Falmouth RD to your GPS). There is parking along Blakeford Ct.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Visit www.LFWA.org to register

Join us for a maintenance day at our Falmouth Road Habitat restoration project. We will be weeding and removing non-native invasives that are encroaching on the project. We provide all the necessary tools and gloves. Wear long sleeves, long pants and closed toe shoes and bring water to drink.  Under 14 must be accompanied by a supervising adult.

Meet at the corner of Massachusetts Avenue and Falmouth RD (or plug in 5427 Falmouth RD to your GPS). There is parking along Blakeford Ct.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

visit www.LFWA.org to register

Save our natural areas along the Capital Crescent Trail by pulling vines and non-native invasives that are killing our trees and choking out native bushes. We provide all the necessary tools and gloves. Wear long sleeves, long pants and closed toe shoes and bring water to drink.

The entrance to the Park is via a path at the end of the cul-de-sac of Brookeway Drive.  You can plug in 4900 Brookeway Drive, Bethesda, into your GPS.  Brookeway Drive intersects with Fort Sumner Drive.  There is parking on the street.  Walk up the path to the first bench; we will meet there. Call 301-325-5301 if you can't find us.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Visit www.LFWA.org to register

Save our natural areas in the Little Falls Park by pulling vines and non-native invasives that are killing our trees and choking out native bushes. We provide all the necessary tools and gloves. Wear long sleeves, long pants and closed toe shoes and bring water to drink.

Entrance to the park is at Sangamore Ln and Macarthur Blvd.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

A guided, nature-based art experience focused on exploration and fun

For SSL hours, join us in the setup and facilitation for a free, lively, exploratory pop-up workshop designed to spark imagination and creative confidence. You will help to experiment, combine materials, break small rules, and follow curiosity rather than instructions. Assist them in discovering native plants and animals, rain gardens, or neighborhood green spaces, and create unique line drawings that can be used as coloring pages or shared with others. Premade coloring pages will also be available for attendees who do not want to paint.

You will be working with kids for this volunteer opportunity since this workshop will be geared towards kids ages 6-12.

For students looking to earn SSL hours, you will be supporting the workshop facilitators in setting up, leading, and post workshop cleaning.

No prior art experience is required, and all materials are provided.

Once you register on this site, we will send you an eventbrite link to sign up to volunteer.

The program will take place at the Maggie Nightingale (Poolesville Library). 

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

PLEASE REGISTER FOR THE CLEANUP HERE! 

*All Montgomery Park Volunteer Opportunities require a separate sign-up on our website to be considered officially registered as a volunteer - you are not registered if you have ONLY signed up on the Montgomery County Volunteer website! MCPS Students - PLEASE DO NOT USE YOUR SCHOOL EMAIL*

Join Montgomery Parks, Neighbors of Northwest Branch, & Clifton Park as we celebrate Earth Month through a volunteer park cleanup! Help beautify your community green spaces, keep litter out of our streams, and protect wildlife!  

Please click on the ‘Register’ button to sign up for the cleanup. Please note that when an event fills up, it disappears from the schedule. Cleanups will be added throughout the season, so check back often! We’ll send cleanup details to all registered volunteers on the week of the cleanup.

Cleanup Leader: Cob Blaha 

For questions contact: volunteercleanups@montgomeryparks.org

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

PLEASE REGISTER FOR THE CLEANUP HERE

*All Montgomery Park Volunteer Opportunities require a separate sign-up on our website to be considered officially registered as a volunteer - you are not registered if you have ONLY signed up on the Montgomery County Volunteer website! MCPS Students - PLEASE DO NOT USE YOUR SCHOOL EMAIL*

Join BetterPlanet4Kids and Montgomery Parks for a volunteer cleanup celebrating Earth Month! 

How to register:

We’ll send cleanup details to all registered volunteers on the week of the cleanup. Please note that when an event fills up, it disappears from the schedule. Contact the Watershed Cleanups Program staff if you need assistance with registration.

Cleanup Leader: Anand Awasthi

Email BetterPlanet4Kids for questions about this event.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

PLEASE REGISTER FOR THE CLEANUP WITH THIS LINK! 

This listing is for information purposes only. See link above to go to the Rock Creek Conservancy website and register.

*Rock Creek Conservancy volunteer opportunities require a separate sign-up on our website to be officially registered. Signing up only through the Montgomery County Volunteer website does not count as registration. MCPS students: Please do NOT use your school email when registering*

Join Rock Creek Conservancy, Potomac Conservancy, and Montgomery Parks for a litter removal restoration event at Aspen Hill Local Park. Trash is the visible form of stormwater pollution, a major threat to water quality and park health and its removal makes the parklands cleaner, safer, and more beautiful for all. This event is part of the Annual Rock Creek Extreme Cleanup - a month-long push to remove litter throughout the Rock Creek watershed! Additional information will be sent from the event leader one business day before the event. Event location, directions, and information will be sent from the event leader 48 hours prior to the event.

What to Wear: Please dress appropriately for the work and weather. We recommend wearing sturdy boots or sneakers and long layers, including pants and long sleeves - this ensures safety and reduces likelihood of exposure to nuisances like poison ivy. 

What to bring: We recommend bringing water, and snacks if desired. Tools and supplies will be provided. Please bring your own gloves if you have them. 

Leader Contact Information:  Jenn Garcia-Herrera

For questions contact: volunteer@rockcreekconservancy.org

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Clean up trash with the with Glenmont Forest Neighbors Civic Association (GFNCA)

Join the Glenmont Forest Neighbors Civic Association on the second Sunday of each month from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM to help clean up trash and recycling in the Glenmont Forest neighborhood and surrounding areas.

You are welcome to participate as often as you’d like — monthly attendance is encouraged but not required.

Why It Matters

During rainstorms, discarded trash and recycling wash into storm drains and flow into rivers, lakes, and oceans. By removing litter from our neighborhood, we help prevent pollution and protect our waterways — even our drinking water. Together, we can make a visible difference in our community and environment.

Meeting Location: Little Library at Lindell St. & Judson Rd. Silver Spring, MD

What’s Provided:

What to Bring & Wear:

Please wear:

Please bring:

Student Service Learning (SSL) SSL hours are available for students.

Come help keep our neighborhood clean and protect our shared environment.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Clean up trash with the with Glenmont Forest Neighbors Civic Association (GFNCA)

Join the Glenmont Forest Neighbors Civic Association on the second Sunday of each month from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM to help clean up trash and recycling in the Glenmont Forest neighborhood and surrounding areas.

You are welcome to participate as often as you’d like — monthly attendance is encouraged but not required.

Why It Matters

During rainstorms, discarded trash and recycling wash into storm drains and flow into rivers, lakes, and oceans. By removing litter from our neighborhood, we help prevent pollution and protect our waterways — even our drinking water. Together, we can make a visible difference in our community and environment.

Meeting Location: Little Library at Lindell St. & Judson Rd. Silver Spring, MD

What’s Provided:

What to Bring & Wear:

Please wear:

Please bring:

Student Service Learning (SSL) SSL hours are available for students.

Come help keep our neighborhood clean and protect our shared environment.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Become a Serenity Community Gardens Steward

The Serenity Community Gardens and Urban Farm is seeking volunteers who would like to steward a garden plot(s) to help feed themselves, their family, and our community.
This is a hands-on opportunity to grow food, build relationships with neighbors, and care for our shared environment. Garden Stewards help cultivate a thriving, welcoming space where food and knowledge are shared.

About the Garden Steward Role
Garden Stewards play an active part in growing and maintaining the garden.

This role involves:

This is a shared community space rooted in cooperation, care, and mutual support.

Ideal volunteers:

Whether you are an experienced gardener or just getting started, you are welcome here.

Why Volunteer?

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

Every year, LFWA joins forces with the Alice Ferguson Foundation to help clean the entire Potomac River watershed. Hundreds and hundreds of pounds of trash will be pulled out of the River and its tributaries and feeder creeks. Come for an hour or two, come on time, come late, leave early or stay the entire time - whatever suits your schedule is perfect for us. We have bags and gloves to share. Come prepared to get muddy! Bring grabbers if you have some to reach trash in trees and other hard to get spots.

Register here for the Bethesda Pool location

Bethesda Pool (Corner of Hillandale and Little Falls Parkway) Little Falls Parkway between River Road and Mass Ave. Park at the pool parking lot at the corner of Hillandale and Little Falls Parkway. We will be cleaning the Willett Branch, the Capital Crescent Trail north of the pool and the Little Falls Parkway from Arlington Blvd to River Road.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Every year, LFWA joins forces with the Alice Ferguson Foundation to help clean the entire Potomac River watershed. Hundreds and hundreds of pounds of trash will be pulled out of the River and its tributaries and feeder creeks. Come for an hour or two, come on time, come late, leave early or stay the entire time - whatever suits your schedule is perfect for us. We have bags and gloves to share. Come prepared to get muddy! Bring grabbers if you have some to reach trash in trees and other hard to get spots.

Register here for the Little Falls Park location

Little Falls Stream Valley Park at the corner of Massachusetts Avenue and Little Falls Parkway in Bethesda, MD.  Park at the gravel parking lot off of Little Falls Parkway.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Every year, LFWA joins forces with the Alice Ferguson Foundation to help clean the entire Potomac River watershed. Hundreds and hundreds of pounds of trash will be pulled out of the River and its tributaries and feeder creeks. Come for an hour or two, come on time, come late, leave early or stay the entire time - whatever suits your schedule is perfect for us. We have bags and gloves to share. Come prepared to get muddy! Bring grabbers if you have some to reach trash in trees and other hard to get spots.

Register here for the Willard Avenue Park location

Willard Avenue Neighborhood Park (Willard Avenue and River Road). Park on Willard Avenue or in the small parking lot off River Road. At this site, we will be focusing on the Little Falls creek between the Somerset Pool and River Road as well as the sidewalk along River Road and Willard Avenue.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

One Montgomery Green (OMG) is hosting a FREE Community Paper Shredding and Electronic recycling event for the community on April 11, 2026. from 10 am-1 pm at the Silver Spring Methodist Church parking lot 8900 Georgia Ave Silver Spring MD 20910.

We are looking for volunteers to staff the information booth, help direct traffic and provide general information about OMG. Volunteers are expected to arrive by 9:30a to help set ups stations.

Volunteers have be to at least 14 years old. SSL hours are available. 

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Join us for our big spring cleanup for Earth Month! Meet at the corner of Oakview Dr. & E. Light Dr. in Silver Spring. Cleanup supplies will be provided. Students can earn SSL hours.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

**You must apply directly on Montgomery Parks' Website to this opportunity**

As a volunteer camp counselor, you'll assist staff in supervising children and leading activities. It's a great way to earn SSL hours while gaining experience working with kids, and it's a lot of fun!

Check out this year's list of camps to see which topic fits your schedule and interests:

Week 1: June 22 - June 26
Mission: Possible Spy Camp *new*

Week 2: June 29 - July 2 (4 days)
Animal Neighbors Preschool Camp (half-day)

Week 3: July 6 - July 10
Creek Explorers Camp

Week 4: July 13 - July 17
Wonderful Water Preschool Camp (half-day)

Week 5: July 20 - July 24
Junior Naturalist Camp

Week 6: July 27 - July 31
Bugs & Butterflies Preschool Camp (half-day)

Regular camps meet for a full day, and volunteer hours are 8:30am to 4pm

Preschool camps meet for only a half-day, and volunteer hours are 8:30am to 12:30pm.

See Duties and Requirements below for a complete program description of each camp week.

Apply Now!
There are a limited number of positions and they fill quickly. The position closes when full. Apply now to get an early interview date!

*SSL Forms will be signed after camp week is completed*

Camp Counselors are required to volunteer for at least one week-long camp totaling 40 hours per session (20 hours for half-day preschool camps). Camps run Monday through Friday. All applicants must attend a Camp Counselor Training on Saturday, June 13 from 10am to 2pm at Locust Grove Nature Center. Camp Counselors must be comfortable working outside for the majority of their shift in variable conditions, including heat, humidity, rain, and mud. Camp activities make use of our various outdoor areas including the nature play space, the creek, campfire rings, outdoor classrooms, and our natural surface trails. All volunteers are expected to show up for their shift on time, be fully engaged with their group, report incidents or safety concerns to staff immediately, and proactively work to create a positive camp atmosphere for all. All volunteers must be at least 14 years of age and submit to a background check.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

*NEW DATE for Build Day will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026.*

We will no longer be planting on Saturday March 21, 2026.

Join the Community Design Lab for a hands-on Volunteer Build Day as we bring our student-designed conservation garden to life at BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown. This is the final step of our Spring Design+Build program, where local students and volunteers work side by side to transform ideas into a living landscape that supports pollinators, manages stormwater, and beautifies the community.

You don’t need any special skills, just a willingness to dig in, plant, and learn. We’ll provide tools, gloves, and guidance. Together, we’ll install native plants like black-eyed susans, purple coneflowers, and butterfly weed, creating a lasting outdoor classroom and gathering space for all.

What to expect:

*NEW DATE* When: Saturday, May 2, 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Where: BlackRock Center for the Arts, 12901 Town Commons Drive, Germantown, MD

Please register using our Eventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/garden-build-day-blackrock-center-for-the-arts-tickets-1981272948724?aff=oddtdtcreator

* All volunteers under 18 must provide parent or guardian information when registering on Eventbrite.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

We are seeking 20–25 volunteers to help prepare NCC’s Urban Garden for the growing season. Volunteers will assist with gardening, planting, and general cleanup across the garden’s 83 raised beds in the ADA‑accessible space.

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how opportunities may be considered for SSL.

PLEASE REGISTER FOR THE CLEANUP WITH THIS LINK! 

This listing is for information purposes only. See link above to go to the Rock Creek Conservancy website and register.

*Rock Creek Conservancy volunteer opportunities require a separate sign-up on our website to be officially registered. Signing up only through the Montgomery County Volunteer website does not count as registration. MCPS students: Please do NOT use your school email when registering*

Join Rock Creek Conservancy and Montgomery Parks for a litter removal restoration event at Glenmont Local Park. Trash is the visible form of stormwater pollution, a major threat to water quality and park health and its removal makes the parklands cleaner, safer, and more beautiful for all. This event is part of the Annual Rock Creek Extreme Cleanup - a month-long push to remove litter throughout the Rock Creek watershed!

Event location, directions, and information will be sent from the event leader 48 hours prior to the event.

What to Wear: Please dress appropriately for the work and weather. We recommend wearing sturdy boots or sneakers and long layers, including pants and long sleeves - this ensures safety and reduces likelihood of exposure to nuisances like poison ivy. 

What to bring: We recommend bringing water, and snacks if desired. Tools and supplies will be provided. Please bring your own gloves if you have them. 

Leader Contact Information:  Jenn Garcia-Herrera

For questions contact: volunteer@rockcreekconservancy.org

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Join our online KindSoup For Students!

Want a delicious way to have some fun, improve your kitchen skills, learn a new recipe, make some delicious and nutritious food for your family and for others in the community AND earn SSL Hours?? On the first and third Sundays of every month, we will make a large pot of soup together!

This time around we will cook up Vegetable Soup with Pesto led by an experienced student KindSoup Chef via zoom. Join us from the comfort of your kitchen on Sunday, May 3rd from 5pm-6pm.

Students can earn 1 Student Service Learning Hour for every 2 quarts of frozen soup delivered to others. There is a maximum of 10 quarts that can qualify for any given day (5 SSL hours). Most recipes render 6 quarts of soup, 3 SSL hours. 

Please note the following guidelines for student service through live virtual platforms:

Annual one day pick up trash within the C&O Canal NHP at selected sites in Montgomery County.

If interested, please contact Jim Heins at vip@candocanal.org.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Our Civic Association is seeking dedicated community members to serve as Volunteer Board Members in the Glenmont Forest Community. This is an opportunity to help shape the future of our neighborhood, strengthen community connections, and support initiatives that enhance the quality of life for residents. Board Members play an important leadership role in guiding the vision, priorities, and activities of the association.

About the Board Member Role:

Board Members help provide direction, oversight, and support for the association’s work.

Responsibilities may include:

Ideal Board Members:

Why Serve on the Board?

No prior board experience is required — just a willingness to participate, learn, and contribute..

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

Join our online KindSoup For Students!

Want a delicious way to have some fun, improve your kitchen skills, learn a new recipe, make some delicious and nutritious food for your family and for others in the community AND earn SSL Hours?? On the first and third Sundays of every month, we will make a large pot of soup together!

This time around we will cook up Vegetable Soup with Pesto led by an experienced student KindSoup Chef via zoom. Join us from the comfort of your kitchen on Sunday, April 19th from 5pm-6pm.

Students can earn 1 Student Service Learning Hour for every 2 quarts of frozen soup delivered to others. There is a maximum of 10 quarts that can qualify for any given day (5 SSL hours). Most recipes render 6 quarts of soup, 3 SSL hours. 

Please note the following guidelines for student service through live virtual platforms:

The Muddy Branch Alliance is holding its annual native plant sale! We need volunteers to help 1200 native plants reach their new homes in our community. The event functions as an online pre-sale; when we receive the plants, volunteers play a key role in sorting the plants and distributing orders to customers. Help us make it happen! Volunteer activities include picking up plants from the nursery, sorting plants into customer orders, calling customers to remind them to come get their plants, and helping customers carry plants to their cars.

No special knowledge of plants is needed - we will teach you the sorting process. Join us for this fun event!

Sign up for FRIDAY, the sorting day, if you like working with plants. Sign up for SATURDAY, the pick-up day, if you like working with people.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Join us for the Explore Gaithersburg! Malcolm King Park Clean-up

April 18, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Malcolm King Park

The Gaithersburg Parks, Arts, and Recreation Corporation (G-PARC) continues its efforts to maintain the parks and trails in the City, and has planned a family-friendly outdoor activity during Green Month that will include:

·         Clean-up of Malcolm King Park: volunteers will pick up trash along the trails of Malcolm King Park. Trash bags, pick-up sticks and gloves will be provided. 

Those under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. We will meet at the West Side Drive entrance to Malcolm King Park (1200 West Side Drive, Gaithersburg). SSL hours available. Water/light snacks will be provided. Register by sending your name and number of people (and ages if under 18) attending to gparc@gaithersburgmd.gov.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Silver Spring Village sustains a robust neighbors-helping-neighbors network that supports older adults who wish to live as independently as possible and be fully engaged in their community as they age. Our service area includes zip codes 20910, 20901, 20815 east of Rock Creek Park part of 20902 (Wheaton) east and south of Wheaton Regional Park as well as Kemp Mill.

Volunteers are requested to help with weeding, mulching or planting flowers or a vegetable garden. Members might also ask for a volunteer to help get their yard ready for a change of season or other small projects around their yard.

Volunteering with Silver Spring Village is flexible. Volunteers can do as much or as little as their schedule allows. Village volunteers must undergo a criminal background screening and attend an orientation/training session before volunteering. For more information and to volunteer, please contact Vanessa Ripps at vanessa.ripps@silverspringvillage.org

NOT ELIGIBLE FOR SSL HOURS. 

This listing is for information purposes only. See link below to go to the Rock Creek Conservancy website and apply.

The Rock Creek Conservation Corps (RC3) program provides high school students in Montgomery County, MD and Washington, DC with a 6-week (June 29 to August 7) paid summer job in the conservation field. Students gain hands-on field experience, learn about environmental restoration efforts, and develop teamwork and leadership skills. Students learn about forest health, water quality, and stormwater management, and apply what they learn by participating in invasive plant removals, litter cleanups, and other related activities. Upon completion of the program, students have a wealth of knowledge and skills that they take with them in their next steps and gain a deeper connection to their community and Rock Creek. 

Eligibility:

No prior experience required! RC3 provides all necessary training and skills. Program Details:

As an RC3 member, you’ll work outdoors in Rock Creek and surrounding areas, helping to restore and protect this beautiful natural space. A majority of the program will take place outside, except when weather conditions are unsafe. Please note that participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from the work sites each day.

Learn more about RC3 on our website. Contact us at volunteer@rockcreekconservancy.org if you have questions or need assistance.

Apply Now!

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

Do you love being outdoors, getting your hands in the soil, and helping beautiful spaces thrive? We’re looking for volunteer gardeners to support our community gardens and help maintain green spaces that seniors, families, and neighbors enjoy all year long.
What You’ll Do:
- Plant, water, weed, and care for flowers, shrubs, and vegetables
- Help maintain garden beds, walkways, and small landscape features
- Support seasonal clean‑ups and beautification days
- Work alongside neighbors to create welcoming, healthy outdoor spaces
What You Bring:
- A love for gardening or a willingness to learn
- Reliability and respect for shared community spaces
- Ability to do light to moderate outdoor tasks
- A spirit of teamwork and care for the environment
Why It Matters:
Community gardens strengthen neighborhoods, support pollinators, and offer peaceful spaces for reflection and connection. Your time helps preserve these green spaces and keeps them vibrant for everyone.
If you’re ready to dig in and make a difference, we’d be excited to have you join our volunteer gardening team.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

This listing is for information purposes only. See link below to go to the Rock Creek Conservancy website.

Join Rock Creek Conservancy and partners (National Park Service, Montgomery Parks) to remove invasive plants from Rock Creek. Invasive plants are a major threat to our fragile forests, and stopping their spread helps allow native plants to thrive in the understory. Volunteers help restore forest areas, improve water quality, and protect native wildlife while working outdoors.

Rock Creek Conservancy provides tools and instruction at each event. No prior experience is required. 

For upcoming dates, locations, and registration information, please visit https://www.rockcreekconservancy.org/calendar. 

Questions? Contact volunteer@rockcreekconservancy.org

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

This listing is for information purposes only. Please use the link below to go to the Rock Creek Conservancy website.

Join Rock Creek Conservancy and partners to remove litter from Rock Creek. Trash is a visible form of stormwater pollution, a major threat to water quality and park health and its removal makes the parklands cleaner, safer, and more beautiful for all.

Rock Creek Conservancy provides tools and instruction at each event. No prior experience is required. 

For upcoming dates, locations, and registration information, please visit https://www.rockcreekconservancy.org/calendar. 

Questions? Contact volunteer@rockcreekconservancy.org

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Whether you are an adult or a student seeking SSL hours, volunteering at the Farmers Market is fun to support your community. Volunteers sign up in advance to work 6.5-hour shifts from 9 am to 3:30 pm, May 13 to October 28, 2025. At the rear parking lot of the (National Cancer Institute) NCI campus. Facing Key West Ave at the intersection of Broschart Rd/Diamondback Rd. 9605 Medical Center Drive, Rockville, MD 20850.    

Students: We invite students who can work independently and make the best of verbal directions. Students willing and able to help market staff and vendors set up and break down tents and market displays, help out elderly customers, and support the Welcome Booth with greeting, administrative, and outreach duties.

Adults: We are looking for volunteers 18 and over who can lead activities and help guide high school and middle school volunteers in setting up and breaking down the market tents, tables, and chairs and folding the trash bins. Please sign up to volunteer at Shady Grove Market on Wednesdays. 

The Shady Grove Farmers Market is located in Rockville. Signup on our calendar by your available dates for the Shady Grove market on Wednesdays here:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805094FA8A72DAB9-61574520-2026#/

Thanks, and please email directly to milkladymarkets@gmail.org if you have questions. See you at the market! 

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Whether you are an adult or a student seeking SSL hours, volunteering at the Farmers Market is a fun way to support your community. Volunteers sign up in advance to work 6.5-hour shifts from May 2 to October 10 at Derwood Farmers Market in the front yard of Neighborhood Church, 16501 Redland Rd, Rockville, MD 20855. 

All volunteers must attend the Volunteer Orientation Training Day on April 11, from 10 am to 1 pm. 

Adults: We are looking for volunteers 18 and over who can lead activities and help guide high school and middle school volunteers in setting up and breaking down the market tents, tables, and chairs, and folding the trash bins. Sign up to volunteer at Derwood Market. 

Students: We invite students who can work independently and make the best of verbal directions. Students who are willing and able to help market staff and vendors set up and break down tents and market displays, help out with elderly customers, and support the Welcome Booth with greeting, administrative, and outreach duties.

The Derwood Farmers Market is located in Rockville. Please email directly to milkladymarkets@gmail.org or sign up on our calendar by your available dates for the Derwood market on Saturdays here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805094FA8A72DAB9-61352111-2026#/

Thanks, and see you at the market!

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

WeAchieve, Inc., has been “Lifting the Limits” and breaking through barriers for people to contribute, connect and lead lives they choose since 1948. If you are kind, compassionate, energetic, and creative, then we are looking for you.

WeAchieve is a not-for-profit service provider, founded in 1948.  We support individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities and their families.  We assist individuals in finding and keeping employment in the community, living independently as possible with a wide range of staff support options, nursing case management, and exploring and participating as fully as desired in their communities.  We are seeking volunteers and groups who are interested in joining us in our mission.

Activities and potential projects include art, crafting, job coaching, providing

one-on-one companionship, home renovation, gardening, music

movement, exercise, travel, cooking and more!  We welcome

any time commitment and look forward to growing and engaging

the WeAchieve community through meaningful relationships.

Please contact our Coordinator of Volunteer Services, Patricia Burns, at

301-873-5271 or pburns@weachieveinc.org for more information. 

Visit us on the web at www.weachieveinc.org and like us on facebook.

This opportunity is especially good for groups, and can also be served by one or two volunteers. Assist our elderly client keep their yards and gardens in good shape through the growing season and/or when the leaves fall. Choose to volunteer on one day, raking leaves or trimming plants, or make it ongoing from Spring through Autumn or beyond by cutting grass as needed, weeding and trimming, clearing snow or fallen branches after storms.

Trash Pick-up along the Little Falls Parkway and in the Little Falls creek

Little Falls Stream Valley Park Little Falls Parkway at Massachusetts Avenue Bethesda, MD

We have gloves, bags and even some boots to lend.

Gravel parking lot which is located on Little Falls Parkway near the Mass Ave intersection. If you are late, find us working our way towards River Road. 

register at www.lfwa.org/events

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

sorting, tagging, organizing ,arranging clothes ,run errands, help customers with purchases, educate them about preventing landfill , making a poster/flyer, take photographs/video

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Look Again Resale shop in Kensington Maryland is looking for volunteers for our thrift/antique shop.  If you love vintage clothing, hard to find treasures and collectables then Look again resale shop is the place for you! Proceeds from our shop benefits The Prevention of Blindness Metropolitan Washington.

Duties include:

Sorting and processing donations, Cleaning and organizing shop, carrying boxes of donations in from customers, Assisting with day to day functions of the store.  By the way we have fun giving back!

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Many middle schools seek high school volunteers to assist with their Grade 6 Outdoor Education program, and the schools listed on the Google form linked below have asked for assistance in identifying potential assistants to work with them during Outdoor Ed. 

High school assistants who are selected to support a middle school will accompany middle school students and staff to one of the three sites MCPS utilizes for a 3-day, 2-night program and will assist with supervision, instruction, and activities throughout that program. 

There is no cost for high school assistants to participate, meals are provided, and assistants will have dedicated study time each day. High school assistants will need to submit a permission slip signed by a parent or guardian and must also receive permission from their teachers and administrators to participate.

High school assistants can earn up to 16 SSL hours through their work as an Outdoor Education Assistant. 

Please note: By submitting the form below, you are expressing your interest in serving as an Outdoor Education Assistant; it does not indicate that you have been selected to fill that role. Please note that the interest form only lists Outdoor Education sessions for the first few months of the school year and will be updated quarterly.

Your name and contact information will be shared with staff from the middle school(s) you select, and those staff members will contact you to share next steps regarding their selection process.  All decisions on high school assistant selection are made by the staff in each middle school.

If you are interested, please complete and submit this form. 

This form must be completed by MCPS students using their MCPS Gmail accounts.

Come out and help care for our animals.  Our Saturday workdays involve cleaning barns, putting down fresh bedding, scrubbing water buckets and troughs, keeping pastures maintained, and performing regular animal husbandry tasks such as deworming, regular exams, giving shots, hoof trims, and more. 

Requirements prior to volunteering:

(1) Please fill out our volunteer application form here: https://www.stargazingfarm.org/volunteer

(2) Attend an orientation (held every first Saturday of the month from 12:30-1:15). After filling out the application form you'll receive a link to sign up for orientation.

(3) Fill out our liability waiver form.  This form will be sent to you after you've filled out the application form. 

Thank you for your interest! 

Join the Eco Youth Chapter 2025 and be part of a growing movement of young changemakers committed to protecting our planet. This is a year-long volunteer opportunity for youth to:

Learn about environmental stewardship and sustainability.

Lead and participate in eco-projects such as tree plantings, community clean-ups, waste reduction, and awareness campaigns.

Develop leadership and teamwork skills while working with peers across Montgomery County.

Contribute to a greener, healthier, and more sustainable future for our community.

This chapter is an opportunity for youth to connect service, leadership, and the environment while building lifelong friendships.

Ages: 13–22

Passionate about the environment, service, and teamwork

Willing to commit a few hours per month for meetings, planning, and projects

No prior experience required — just an open mind and eagerness to learn!

September – December 2025

Monthly chapter meetings (1–2 hours each)

Participation in seasonal projects/events (~4–6 times a year)

Activities will take place in Rockville, MD and at various community project sites across Montgomery County.

Gain leadership and project management experience

Earn community service hours

Be part of a supportive youth community

Learn practical ways to live sustainably and inspire others

For questions or more details, please reach out to:

Ramandeep Kaur (703)-863-4843

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Help Save the Bay by planting trees! Did you know forested streamside buffers (a.k.a. "riparian buffers") have been scientifically proven to be the most effective and least costly best management practice for preventing pollution of our rivers and streams? It's a great way for farmers to improve the quality of the streams running through their farmland. Join CBF's Farm Stewardship Program as we restore these valuable resources. No experience is necessary and all supplies are provided. Families, children accompanied by an adult, and groups are all welcome. Visit www.cbf.org/mdrestoration for additional information and online registration.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Love history and the C&O Canal? Are you over 18 and interested in joining a team of dedicated volunteers to provide light support of an 1830s-era lockhouse and the guests who visit it? Then this may be the opportunity for you!

The C&O Canal Trust is seeking volunteer Quartermasters for our award-winning overnight interpretive program (www.canalquarters.org), in which park visitors (yes - even you!) can spend a few nights in an authentic lockkeeper's home and experience a bit of canal history for themselves. 

Each house is supported by a team of volunteer Quartermasters who perform regular upkeep and light maintenance duties between guest stays, such as restocking cleaning supplies or lantern batteries, and generally keeping the house and its yard and firepit looking tidy.  In addition, Quartermasters rotate remaining on call for guests with urgent issues such as a lockout or needing basic supplies.

The ideal Quartermaster will possess some basic home care or light maintenance skills, lives relatively close by, and is friendly and generous with both the lockhouse guests and their fellow Quartermasters. They'll value the historic nature of working in a 200-year-old lockhouse in a national park and delight in sharing this unique resource with others. 

For more details, please visit https://www.canaltrust.org/programs/canal-quarters/quartermasters/. We can't wait for you to join us!

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

Love history and the C&O Canal? Are you over 18 and interested in joining a team of dedicated volunteers to provide light support of an 1830s-era lockhouse and the guests who visit it? Then this may be the opportunity for you!

The C&O Canal Trust is seeking volunteer Quartermasters for our award-winning overnight interpretive program (www.canalquarters.org), in which park visitors (yes - even you!) can spend a few nights in an authentic lockkeeper's home and experience a bit of canal history for themselves. 

Each house is supported by a team of volunteer Quartermasters who perform regular upkeep and light maintenance duties between guest stays, such as restocking cleaning supplies or lantern batteries, and generally keeping the house and its yard and firepit looking tidy.  In addition, Quartermasters rotate remaining on call for guests with urgent issues such as a lockout or needing basic supplies.

The ideal Quartermaster will possess some basic home care or light maintenance skills, lives relatively close by, and is friendly and generous with both the lockhouse guests and their fellow Quartermasters. They'll value the historic nature of working in a 200-year-old lockhouse in a national park and delight in sharing this unique resource with others. 

For more details, please visit https://www.canaltrust.org/programs/canal-quarters/quartermasters/. We can't wait for you to join us!

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

Love history and the C&O Canal? Are you over 18 and interested in joining a team of dedicated volunteers to provide light support of an 1830s-era lockhouse and the guests who visit it? Then this may be the opportunity for you!

The C&O Canal Trust is seeking volunteer Quartermasters for our award-winning overnight interpretive program (www.canalquarters.org), in which park visitors (yes - even you!) can spend a few nights in an authentic lockkeeper's home and experience a bit of canal history for themselves. 

Each house is supported by a team of volunteer Quartermasters who perform regular upkeep and light maintenance duties between guest stays, such as restocking toilet paper or dish soap, and generally keeping the house and its yard and firepit looking tidy.  (Please note that for Lockhouse 21, we do contract a cleaning company to clean the bathroom and kitchen, so no toilet-scrubbing here!) In addition, Quartermasters rotate remaining on call for guests with urgent issues such as a lockout or needing basic supplies, etc.

The ideal Quartermaster will possess some basic home care or light maintenance skills, lives relatively close by, and is friendly and generous with both the lockhouse guests and their fellow Quartermasters. They'll value the historic nature of working in a 200-year-old lockhouse in a national park and delight in sharing this unique resource with others. 

For more details, please visit https://www.canaltrust.org/programs/canal-quarters/quartermasters/. We can't wait for you to join us!

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

Interested applicants can sign up here: https://successinstyle.org/volunteer/

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how opportunities may be considered for SSL.

Join Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland's Crew Leader team, a dedicated group of skilled construction volunteers. Crew Leaders are the backbone of the construction department.  They work alongside Habitat's licensed Construction crew and work on new construction, rehabilitation of vacant homes, and repair work throughout our community.  Crew Leaders oversee small groups of unskilled volunteers, helping to ensure their safety and the successful completion of their assigned construction task.  Crew leaders need some construction skills, but can learn more skills from our constructions staff.  Being a Crew Leader is a fun way to use your current skills, learn new skills, give back to the community, and get to know other incredible volunteers!

Key Responsibilities: 

•     Oversee unskilled volunteers on Habitat construction sites, helping to ensure they are working safely and effectively.

•     Have a positive attitude, keeping the unskilled volunteers engaged and excited.

•     Assist Construction Managers on various construction tasks throughout the life of each project.

•     Complete safety training both virtually and hosted by HFHMM staff.

•     Provide feedback and input where needed to improve processes and volunteer engagement.

•     Be safe and have fun!

Qualifications:     

•      Some basic construction skills.

•      Willingness to lead, train, and engage other volunteers.          

•      Positive attitude.

•     Ability to work with diverse groups.

Time commitment:  At least one full day of volunteering once a month, 8:00am to 3:00pm

                                                               Sign Up Here                                                            

We are seeking a volunteer to help with our graphic design for social media, newsletter and event flyer promotion. We are busy planning an exciting year of programming for 2025 and can use some help with marketing and promotion.  

Volunteers are integral to restoring the Anacostia River. It is thanks to the work of the hundreds of thousands of Anacostia Watershed Society volunteers through the years that the river has improved. Our volunteers restore wetlands, plant native plants, collect seeds, and help with many other projects - often times pieces of larger plans that make a big impact on the river. All of our volunteer activities have an educational component and are an opportunity to learn about the watershed.

To stay in the know about our volunteer opportunities, join our monthly/seasonal Volunteer Email Newsletter! This monthly email will share upcoming events, pictures and stats about past volunteer successes, and seasonal tips to make the most of your volunteering experience.

Click here to sign up for the Anacostia Watershed Society Volunteer Newsletter.

Additionally, we have another list for #MusselPower-related events.  This work can require a more specific familiarity with the activities, so click here to sign up to join this specialized list.

We have several ways that you can get involved:

If you would like to volunteer as an individual or with a group of fewer than eight participants, please check out events listed on our event calendar.

If you have a group greater than eight participants and would like to volunteer as a group, please fill out our Volunteer Group Information Sheet by clicking here.  We will follow-up with you and try to find an event that suits your needs.

If you are a Scout interested in volunteering as an individual or with a group of fewer than eight participants, please check out events listed on our event calendar.

If you are interested in bringing out your troop as a large group, please fill out our Volunteer Group Information Sheet by clicking here. We will follow-up with you and try to find an event that suits your needs.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours in a public space under direct supervision of the nonprofit organization. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

The Button Farm seeks volunteers for a variety of activities. Opportunities include gardening, animal care, general site maintenance and support for open house events. On pre-scheduled Volunteer Days tasks are assigned day-of and upon your arrival. Activities are good for individuals, families, and small groups. Volunteer opportunities will be weather permitting. Volunteers will receive a notice of upcoming volunteer days via email.

The Button Farm Living History Center is set on 40-pristine acres inside Seneca Creek State Park, and is Maryland's only living history center depicting 19th century slave plantation life and the inspirational story of the Underground Railroad. Our site features a Civil War-era Barn, Historic Outbuildings, Livestock Pens, Museum Garden, and Slave Cemetery.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

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Construction volunteers work alongside Habitat’s experienced Site Supervisors and Crew Leaders, our experienced regular volunteers, and the families who will purchase Habitat homes.

Volunteers assist in a variety of tasks ranging from framing and flooring to interior carpentry and landscaping. No prior experience is necessary.

We build year-round, Wednesdays through Saturdays, and welcome anyone 18 or older who wants to help.

Visit our Corporate Sponsorships page or contact our Development Department at Development@HabitatMM.org to learn more about setting up a Team Build.

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Are you passionate about the environment and eager to make a positive impact? Join us in our Green Entrepreneurship Program, Green Careers initiative, Tree Planting, and other sustainability efforts. Your involvement will help shape a greener, more sustainable future for our community!

Together, let’s grow a brighter, greener tomorrow!

This opportunity is hybrid and will operate both in-person and virtually/remotely.

Our nonprofit organization, Live Peace Tech Corporation, will be engaging with students through a live virtual platform (i.e. Zoom, Google Meet, Webex, etc.). 

We will provide direct supervision by an adult nonprofit representative (who is not the student’s parent/guardian or relative) in any virtual space (including breakout sessions) for the entire session. 

Please review the following information while considering this opportunity

A student’s parent/guardian must provide our organization with written approval of the student’s participation in the virtual platform prior to the student serving/volunteering.

Students must use personal/private accounts (not MCPS student accounts) to engage in the virtual platform.

Students will only engage with others under the direct supervision of a nonprofit supervisor. The nonprofit supervisor will be directly present in the virtual space (including any breakout sessions) at all times.

The nonprofit supervisor will initiate and host all virtual sessions. If the nonprofit supervisor is not available to initiate and host the virtual session, the session will not occur.

Virtual sessions will not be recorded.

Students should not share or upload any videos, pictures, or images of themselves, unless the nonprofit organization has obtained a signed form/waiver from the student’s parent/guardian authorizing permission/release.

Students’ email addresses/home addresses or any personally identifying information will remain protected and not shared.

Process for tracking, logging, and verifying students’ service hours:

#For any activities that are supervised live through a virtual platform or in a public space, students will earn hour-for-hour the amount of time served when they are directly supervised.

#For any activity that will be performed by the students on their own at home without direct/live supervision:

For activities that students complete independently at home without direct or live supervision, the following criteria must be met to ensure successful completion:

Clear Objectives: Each activity must have a specific goal or outcome that aligns with the organization’s mission. The student should be able to articulate how their work meets these objectives.

Verification: Evidence of the completed activity must be submitted, including but not limited to:

Photos of the work completed

Written reflection or description of the process and outcomes

Presentation or report (video, PowerPoint, etc.)

Quality Standards: The final product must meet the quality standards set by the organization. These standards should be clearly communicated upfront to the students and include:

Relevance to the environmental, economic or social cause

Accuracy, creativity, or effectiveness of the solution

Ability to demonstrate a connection to the learning outcomes

To ensure equitable awarding of SSL (Student Service Learning) hours, students will be credited based on the successful completion of specific activities rather than a log of time spent. The following equivalency model will be used:

Activity 1: Green Entrepreneurship or Green Career Program

Research and present a report on a sustainable business idea.

Equivalency: 2 hours for research + 1 hour for the presentation = 3 SSL hours.

Activity 2: Community Engagement Campaign

Design a campaign (flyers, social media) to raise awareness of sustainability issues in the community.

Equivalency: 2 hours of design work = 2 SSL hours.

Students are required to submit their final products for review to the organization, following these steps:

Submission of Materials:

All completed materials (photos, reports, presentations) must be submitted via email or an online submission form provided by the organization.

A deadline for submission will be clearly communicated.

Review Process:

A designated reviewer from the organization will assess the submissions against the set criteria for completion and quality.

Feedback will be provided within one week of submission.

Final Approval:

Upon successful completion of the project, the student will receive confirmation of the awarded SSL hours.

If revisions are needed, students will be given guidance and a deadline for resubmission.

All activities and SSL hours must adhere to the MCPS SSL guidelines for virtual/remote service, including documentation and approval processes.

By following these steps, we ensure students receive SSL hours equitably while contributing meaningfully to the community.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy at any time the student is interacting with the nonprofit and its clients. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. This service activity is designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home. 

Join our Green Corps team and become a core volunteer in our Neighborhood Engagement Department!  Volunteers with experience in landscaping and gardening are needed to help lead teams on Neighborhood Engagement projects. Tasks may include picking up litter, cutting down weeds, installing walkways, creating garden beds, and planting trees. Some light construction work also included.  Habitat’s decades of work illustrate that individuals and families thrive when they have a safe and stable home in a safe and stable community. Participating in neighborhood engagemnet work allows Habitat to fully embrace our mission – to build homes, communities and hope.

All work is outdoors, and most work is physically demanding. Volunteers should be willing and able to:

Please contact our Volunteer Supervisor for more information: Sandra Limjuco

Join the Gardening Team & plant and maintain gardens at Inwood House. In this role, volunteers will help cultivate grounds that are well-cared for and welcoming. Volunteers who enjoy being outdoors, working with their hands, engaging with residents and educating residents on gardening, and being creative will thrive in this role.

COMMITMENT This position has flexible hours, and we will work with your schedule. Having one consistent day/time per week to assist in the gardens and assist the residents with gardening is preferred.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Perform gardening duties including weeding, digging, pruning, planting, sweeping paths, poisoning weeds, cleaning, general repairs and ad hoc duties as assigned.

 2. Help maintain the gardens and grounds in good condition together with various displays of plants.

 3. Assist with planning and development of garden and grounds.

 4. Maintain herbs, fruits and vegetable garden and harvest herbs, fruits and vegetables when ready.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

This is a part-time internship opportunity for rising grant writers.

Interns will work their negotiated schedule with our grants team and will assist with all parts of the grant writing process.

This opportunity has the potential for growth within the organization.

Please send a cover letter & resume to abonney@sowhatelse.org

Warmer weather means good times to garden outside. Please come and help our garden look beautiful for our clients and residents. Possibilities include general upkeeping, as well as planting flowers/vegetables. 

Winter Growth is an Adult Daycare, as well as an Assisted Living. Our daycare runs Monday-Friday from 10 am-3 pm. We include stimulating activities that our clients and residents can enjoy. Our services are designed to meet the needs of older and disabled adults; many who have a form of dementia.  

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Clagett Farm is currently open to visitors and volunteers in limited numbers and by appointment only. 

Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Activities:  Field work (weeding, planting, mulching, etc.) and harvesting.
To sign up: Visit https://events.cbf.org/calendar to see available shifts and register online. Registration is limited and must be completed online.
Number of volunteers we need per day: 10

Volunteers must be 16 and older. Please plan to get dirty and please dress for the weather—rain gear if it might rain, warm layers if it will be cold, and long, light-colored, light-weight clothes, a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen if it will be hot. Always bring a water bottle. We have plenty of fresh water to re-fill your bottle. We have extra long-sleeve shirts and gloves to protect you against irritating plants, but you might prefer to wear your own. We also recommend bringing a spare pair of long pants if you don't plan to wear them, since some of our crops, such as squash and okra, can be itchy.

Complete the Volunteer Health and Information Form (provided upon registration) prior to your scheduled arrival at the farm.
If you will be here during lunch, bring food with you. And please take your garbage home with you, since food waste tends to attract pests when left in our garbage cans.

Garbage recycling

Sample

       6. Send annotated photos and photos to our official email alex@cleanplanetcollective.org once a month.

       7. The other type of garbage container is also fine, but the size need to be at least 20*30*40inches (similar to the size of the MCPS bin), and they must be placed with a MCPS blue bin when taking photos.

       8. Montgomery County garbage sorting policy

       9. 1 SSL Hour per week

Are you a part of a youth/adult group, 4H club, church group, Scout troop, class, team, or any group of people that want to work together and do good? Sign up together to volunteer as a team and have some fun on the farm!

Volunteer groups make a difference in the lives of our horses while promoting community and team spirit.

Scheduled group volunteer days are flexible and can be catered towards the need(s) of your team. Volunteers will help with an assigned project that could include, but is not limited to:

Groups are welcome to have full use of our outdoor pavilion or indoor classroom for lunch or to use as a place to meet and follow up about the day.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

This position is for those who want day-to-day interaction with rescued horses assisting with daily care - PRIOR HORSE EXPERIENCE NOT REQUIRED! Caring for up to 120 horses would not be possible without the hard work and kindness of our volunteers!

REQUIREMENTS

Those interested in becoming a Barn Chore and Equine Care volunteer are required to attend a "Welcome to DEFHR" New Volunteer Orientation. Dates and registration can be found HERE.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

On the Barn Chore team. volunteers take part in a variety of tasks to help our horses throughout the day; some examples are:

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

AAUW Gaithersburg sponsors a large used book sale April 11 - 13, 2024, to raise funds for scholarships for women and advocacy programs for women/girls. We promote a clean environment by recycling over 30,000 books at modest prices to encourage reading and literacy. Books are organized into 60+categories.

From April 4-14 we need help from both students and adults . To volunteer, send an e-mail to booksale@meral.com with the dates and times you can help and a phone number. Students - include your school and grade. Perfect opportunity for people who like books.

We need help to:

We especially need help Fri. April. 5, Sat. April 6, Sun. April 7, Sat. April 13; Sun, April 14.

Location: Rosborough Center Community Rooms Building 409, Asbury Methodist Village, Gaithersburg 20877. Enter the campus only at Lost Knife Rd. and Odendhal Ave, across from the bus terminal at Lakeforest Mall. Using GPS, enter 301 Odendhal Ave, Gaithersburg, 20877.

Directions: Take I-270 to Exit 11, Montgomery Village Ave, Go East, cross Rt. 355, pass Lakeforest Mall, turn right on Lost Knife Road continue straight into Asbury to Bldg. 409. Only Enter Asbury at Lost Knife Rd. and Odendhal Ave, across from the Lakeforest Mall bus terminal. After passing the gate, go straight about 200 yds. Rosborough is a one story building on the right with a green roof. Park across the street in the big lot.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

**PLEASE DON'T APPLY TO THIS OPPORTUNITY - SEE LINK BELOW TO GO TO PARK'S WEBSITE**

*MCPS STUDENTS - PLEASE DO NOT USE YOUR SCHOOL EMAIL - EMAILS to STUDENTS FROM OUTSIDE THE SCHOOL SYSTEM ARE NOT ALLOWED AND WE CANNOT RESPOND TO YOU*

This listing is for information purposes only.

Montgomery Parks has many Student Service Learning (SSL) approved volunteer opportunities! Students can earn SSL hours volunteering in a variety of ways, depending on the time the year and what's available.  Some of the opportunities MAY include staffing and/or taking photos at our special events; helping out at nature centers as animal caretakers, camp counselors and naturalist aides; helping our Archeology Crew; assisting office administration; removing invasive plants and vines; helping out at park & stream cleanups; gardening; and much more!

Please search for and sign up for these or other SSL approved volunteer opportunities on our website at www.ParksVolunteers.org. SSL coordinators can contact the Parks Volunteer office at 301-495-2504 if there are any questions.

FYI - SSL hours will only be awarded by Park staff if they were notified and have given approval for the volunteer work ahead of time. For most of our SSL opportunities, volunteers must be at least 14 and older to volunteer on their own, but we do have some family volunteer opportunities that are eligible for SSL hours (Parent AND Child must fill out separate applications). Go to our website at www.ParksVolunteers.org, Search and Apply for Volunteer Opportunities, then click on Children and Families to see a list.

Success in Style’s mission is to assist in-crisis individuals in becoming employed and self-sufficient. We promote dignity and professionalism through appropriate business attire, practical fashion advice and interview counseling. We enhance our client’s appearance and help them conquer the initial barrier-first impressions. We build self-esteem so our clients radiate the professionalism and confidence necessary to gain employment and build a career. We help improve the quality of life for our clients and their families and the community at large by committing to establish a social culture of equality and respect for all people.

Our upscale resale boutiques, Charity’s Closet, Phil’s Closet, Charity’s First Picks, and Cherie Sustainable Bridal support our mission by selling fabulous donated fashions. We need volunteers to assist with retail operations and processing of clothing and accessory donations.

Volunteer Application required. Please fill out and submit the application on our web site. You will be contacted once it's received. https://successinstyle.org/volunteer/

How can we empower our communities to help care for their local parks and streams with a deeper understanding of watershed science and stream ecology?

The Montgomery Parks Stream Striders volunteer program is accepting applications! Stream Striders facilitate conservation projects that involve an educational component as well as a service component. Applications are open for adult volunteers interested in leadership, watershed education, & community engagement at their local stream valley parks.

How do I become a Stream Strider?
1. Read the program qualifications & requirements HERE
2. Click "apply" 
3. Create an account & fill out application (have you vax card ready)
4. We will contact you for a brief interview
5. Complete a 2-part training

STREAM STRIDER WATERSHEDS:
Northwest Branch-Anacostia (1)
Rock Creek (1)
Paint Branch & Little Paint Branch (1)
Sligo Creek (2)
Long Branch (1)
(the numbers indicate spaces available)

QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be 18 years+
- Complete a background check with Montgomery Parks
- Follow park protocols and safety measures
- Ability to work with a variety of groups in a leadership position
- Ability to present information and educate others
- Able to walk outdoors for up to 3 hours in a variety of trail surfaces and weather conditions (not including severe weather)
- Must be comfortable accessing areas off trail & in streams

COMMITMENT:
- Minimum of 4 months
- Minimum of one project/month
- Scheduling is flexible!

VOLUNTEER BENEFITS:
- Strong resume builder, long-term opportunity to build your leadership skills
- Improve the water quality at your local stream
- Work with volunteers from all ages, backgrounds, and abilities
- Access to stream/nature workshops happening in our parks
- Earn service credit toward your program/course (verification letters available)
- Volunteer on a flexible schedule

Questions?
301-495-1302 valeria.espinoza@montgomeryparks.org

Website: https://www.montgomeryparks.org/support/volunteer/

Montgomery Parks can be a great place for you to do your Girl Scout Silver or Gold Award projects!

Although sometimes Park Staff have projects in mind, the number of applicants far outnumbers them. It is often up to the scout to find a suitable project. We suggest you choose a park location that is convenient to you and explore the area to see what amenities you can help create or restore. 

Park staff will work with you to review your project proposal prior to approval.  The scout will then be responsible for good communication with Park Staff, and completing the project in a timely manner.

Follow this link to find out more and to register!

The JCA Samuel J. Gorlitz Kensington Club in Rockville is a social club designed for seniors in the early stage of memory loss. 

The Kensington Club@Parklawn on the JCA Headquarters Terrace has a large patio with raised flower beds and patio furniture. We are in search of 1-2 summer volunteers from June 1 to September 1(end date flexible), who are interested in horticulture and could provide regular care to patio plants at least one day per week, about 1-4 hours per week. Volunteer can take care of plants on Tuesdays or Thursdays anytime between 8-6pm. Student to communicate all lengthy and scheduled absences to supervisor to arrange coverage during this absence. Hours can vary during summer as long as mutually agreed upon between volunteer and supervisor. Orientation will be provided. The student must possess self-motivation, good judgement, good communication, and reliability to maintain this summer commitment to keep plants alive and thriving for the seniors in this day program. 

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers who seek flex hours but who enjoy working with plants and providing an independent, indirect service to program for seniors with dementia.  

*For students, there is a potential for 20-30 SSL hours for a 8 week summer commitment. July 1 - September 1, 2023 (negotiable).

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

All you need to participate is a bottle of water, closed-toe shoes, and a smile!

Potomac Conservancy provides the equipment and any training necessary before you get started.

Questions?

Contact Weyessa McAlister at community@potomac.org

We can't wait to see you on the river and park trails! 

House with a Heart is a senior pet sanctuary in Laytonsville, Maryland and is a 501(c)(3) charity. Sanctuary residents are seniors and special needs dogs and cats who have lost their homes through no fault of their own. Once a senior dog or cat becomes a resident, they have a home for life.

We are looking for an outdoor volunteer who is experienced in yard maintenance to help care for the grounds so that our residents have a beautiful safe place to play.

This position is for 3 hours a week Mon – Saturday 11am to 2pm. You choose the day.

Duties: blowing and raking leaves, weeding, mow and edge small yards, trim bushes, watering plants, special projects.

Qualifications:
Must be 18+ yrs old. Hard worker, self motivated, eye for detail, takes pride in their work. This position requires lifting, bending, and stooping.

On the first Saturday of each month, let us come together to clean up trash and recycling in our community! We will met at Clifton Park Baptist Church at 9am, get our supplies, and spread out. We will end at 11am and have drop off locations for the bags of trash and recycling.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

The Gaithersburg Youth Club (GYC) is a City of Gaithersburg recreation program for students in grades 6-8. Membership includes admission to Robertson Park & Olde Towne Youth Centers, after school activities, field trips, and volunteer opportunities. These volunteer opportunities include: -Reading to younger children at the library. -Car washes -Environmental clean-ups -Intergenerational programs at retirement/nursing homes -Letters to veterans -Creating public service announcements broadcast via podcast series online -Assisting in supervision of younger participants during recreational activities, special events, and field trips -Holiday cards for hospice & nursing homes -Making toys for animal shelter -Preparing meals for homeless shelters -Serving food at local food banks/soup kitchens -Participation in youth advisory committees -Support volunteer roles at Holiday Giving & City festivals -Assisting in tasks to prepare for City events and City-sponsored activities.

Volunteers must be GYC members. GYC membership is associated with an annual fee of $20 for City of Gaithersburg residents and $25 for non-residents. Students must be in grades 6-8 to register. Students must abide by the GYC rules and regulations during their participation in volunteer activities.  Visit our website at www.gaithersburgmd.gov, keyword search "GYC" to download the membership registration form and calendar.  Email jake.hersom@gaithersburgmd.gov with questions.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

The Student Union is a high school club sponsored by the City of Gaithersburg. Students must be in grades 9-12 to become a member and registration is $10/year for City residents and $15/year for non-residents. Membership includes admission to after school programs at Bohrer Park, access to the Olde Towne & Robertson Park Youth Centers, field trips, and volunteer opportunities. These volunteer opportunities include: -Tree plantings -Car washes -Environmental clean-ups -Intergenerational programs at retirement/nursing homes -Assist in supervision of younger participants during recreational activities, special events, field trips, and at the Youth Centers -Making toys for animal shelter -Preparing meals for homeless shelters -Serving food at local food banks/soup kitchens -Participation in youth advisory committees -Assist in tasks to prepare for City events and City-sponsored activities -Support volunteers at Holiday Giving programs, Homeless Resource Fair, & City festivals (Winter Lights, Oktoberfest, Book Festival, SummerFest)

Volunteers must be active members of the Student Union (grades 9-12 and are expected to follow the City's rules and regulations during their participation in volunteer programs.  Visit our website at www.gaithersburgmd.gov, keyword search "Student Union" to download the membership registration form and calendar.  Email studentunion@gaithersburgmd.gov with questions.

Greater Sandy Spring Green Space holds conservation easements on more than 10 properties located in northeast Montgomery County. We visit these properties annually to verify that the terms of the easement are being kept. The work includes walking through the property, which can be open fields, overgrown fields, or woods.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Start Date: August 20, 2022

Virtual Volunteer

RESPONSIBILITIES:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

If you are interested in this position, please forward your resume, two professional references, and two writing samples to peopleculture_team@sgapleaders.org by August 18, 2022. Please put in the subject line of your email: Administrator. Applicants will be interviewed on a rolling basis, and we will contact you if we’re interested in scheduling an interview. Please send an email to the above address with questions.

Get the chance to work alongside Seneca’s Park Rangers on a variety of tasks from invasive plant removal, to bridge building, trail maintenance and more. Those interested must register with our online portal https://ec.samaritan.com/custom/1528/ to get started. 

Hand sanitizer will be provided, and masks are available on request.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Join groups and a crew leader outdoors to build and/or maintain natural surface trails.  MORE provides tools and supervision.  A typical trailwork session is 4 hours on a weekend morning.  Work can including lopping/cutting back vegetation, fixing mud puddles, or clearing and digging new trails. Check the MORE website for specific opportunities https://more-mtb.org/pages/events

Red Wiggler Community Farm is in search of a volunteer with significant expertise in woodworking who can help us build several small projects, including: 

- wagon sides

- an outdoor sink support

- shelving units

We have some tools, but would appreciate a volunteer with tools of their own.

We'll supply lumber and hardware if you tell us what materials would be best. Or we'll provide a budget, and you can choose your own materials and we'll reimburse you!

If interested, please email volunteer@redwiggler.org or call (301) 916-2216.

Vines and bushes are killing our native trees and plants. Volunteers will use clippers, saws and other hand tools to remove the invasive plants and free the trees. Participants have told us that they can hear the trees thanking them. It's an opportunity to be outside and make a difference for the environment. The activity is open to everyone. Training is on site.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Trash is clogging the creek and killing the fish. In the past year, we have pulled mattresses, shopping carts, tires and lots of just plain old trash out of the creek. Join us in cleaning up Little Falls Parkway and creek between Massachusetts Ave and River Road. Wear your boots to get in the creek, or borrow some from us. Bags, gloves and safety vests provided. This is a great family job or fun for a group.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Remove vines and invasive weeds that are crowding out native species in the Little Falls Stream Valley Park. Gloves and clippers supplied. Visit our website for more information - www.LFWA.org This opportunity is great for small groups and families.  Under 14 must have an adult supervision with them.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian  and must be completed outside of school hours. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Volunteers will help care for the horses at Lifeline Horse Rescue. This includes feeding, haying, watering, grooming, stall cleaning, and tack cleaning. The majority of this work will be done outdoors so volunteers should be prepared by dressing accordingly. As different rescued horses are received and rehabilitated, volunteers will have the opportunity to learn about a variety of equine ailments and therapies. 

This opportunity is available year round and on a daily basis. 

We have various mowers, chain saws, weed whackers, etc that need repair. We are a non-profit conservation organization with more that 60 acres of woodland and fields which we maintain.

The G.R.OWN Foods program for girls is in need of some experienced and Master gardeners to provide periodic instruction and guidance to our group of girl gardeners in Silver Spring.

We are also in need of carpenters to help construct raised garden beds for our garden plots in Silver Spring.

G.R.OWN Foods stands for Girls Raising Our OWN Foods, and we strive to help girls get outside and learn to tend and grow a garden for their own consumption, and sell produce in their own booth in a local farmer's market.

We want to encourage healthy food choices and use gardening as a way to understand the food chain.  Importantly, we hope to work with our girls to help establish a more reasonable pace of life by practicing patience and understanding the patterns and timing of seed-time-harvest.

If you have experience with seasonal or year-round vegetable, herb, and fruit gardening, and think you could provide hands-on instruction to a small group at your convenience, we would love for you to work with us.  Workshops would take place at our garden plot in spring/summer weather-permitting, as well as indoors at library or other community-based locations in Silver Spring, Maryland.

For the fall season, we could use some expertise in how to create small indoor gardens, and how to preserve the soil and prepare the ground for winter.

In spring, we would like to learn about how to select seeds, grow seedlings, prepare fertile ground for planting, planting strategies, and various types of gardening - in and out of soil.

We are also in need of carpenters to teach our group how to build raised beds for gardening as well as indoor gardening shelves.

We hope to partner with Home Depot or Lowe's for donations of gardening and building supplies.  We would be happy to have an adult volunteer to take on establishing that partnership and soliciting donations on our behalf.

https://bepurposefull.org/2019/10/14/girls-raising-own-foods/

Koiner Farm is accepting applications for regular farm volunteers for the 2020 growing season (Mar 22 - Nov 22).  Volunteers will work alongside experienced urban farmers doing everything from preparing the soil, to laying drip irrigation lines, to turning active compost, to planting, weeding, watering and more.

Farm volunteers are expected to work on the farm 2 to 3 hours per week.  Koiner Farm is located in downtown Silver Spring, just 2 blocks from the Silver Spring library and 0.8 miles from the Silver Spring Metro station.

Our volunteer schedule is filling up quickly - space is limited.  Apply today.

See you on the farm!

Male and female volunteers needed to help in the daily activities of our Bridal Boutique. Assistance needed carrying our designer wedding gowns and replacing them to their correct places after customer appointments. No Stock room experience needed. Work in an environment that is friendly and comfortable surrounded by other volunteers, and high school and college students. Volunteer help needed 2 to 4 hours a day or per week. Must have own transportation or be familiar with taking Metro to Twinbrook Station. Hours required varies by day. All age groups can apply! 

We have many and varied opportunities for people to help us care for our campus landscape while spending time in the great outdoors. When you come to volunteer, we’ll ask you to really get your hands dirty--weeding, raking, pruning, planting trees, shrubs, and flowers, cleaning up landscapes, mulching, or replenishing footpaths--and you will feel like you have accomplished something special when you are done. We always come up with fun, active projects that enhance the beauty of campus and engage you with nature and your fellow volunteers.
 
Our volunteers come from a variety of places--service organizations, fraternities and sororities, academic departments, university alumni organizations, and local high schools. No matter what your background, the Arboretum & Botanical Garden wants to benefit from your hard work.
 
No experience is necessary, but the work involves physical labor, such as bending, lifting, and digging.

Montgomery County's Adopt A Road (AAR) program encourages residents and businesses in the County to participate in a community activity by keeping our roadsides litter free.  Currently there are more than 5,000 volunteers who have adopted over 450 road segments in an effort to Keep Montgomery County Beautiful. You can be a part of this program too! 

Your participation will help reduce trash and litter along County roads and maintain a clean and attractive environment.  Ultimately it helps protect the Chesapeake Bay.  Litter that is washed into storm drains, travels to nearby creeks, streams, major rivers, and eventually can reach the Bay.

With the amount of trash littered on the roadside every day, and budget constraints within the County resulting in less mowing and road cleaning, your involvement has becoming increasingly important. AAR allows residents to demonstrate community pride, make a positive statement for a clean and attractive community, and have a better understanding of storm water pollution. Help make Montgomery County a “Greener” place to live!

An application must be filled out in order to participate, visit: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/dot-dir/AdoptARoad/index.html 

The Lois Green-Sligo Chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America is looking for an individual or an organization to survey part of our property where it backs up to residential properties. We are located behind the Airpark. Throughout the years, some of our property markers have disappeared or have been buried.