Volunteer: Earth Day Community Cleanup and GardeningJoin 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. RegisteringBy 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. Participants Should: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. Organization: Prathertown Community Development Corporation 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. RegisteringBy 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. Participants Should: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. Organization: Prathertown Community Development Corporation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Apr 25, 2026 Zip Code: 20879 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Food and Supply Drive for Cancer PatientsFounded by a three-time cancer survivor, Kits to Heart is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that gives curated cancer care kits to patients and their loved ones. Our mission is to bring smiles and solidarity to those affected by cancer, one kit at a time. Help us gather supplies needed to help patients through their cancer treatments. As with our other opportunities, the items contributed will be included in our cancer care kits that are delivered nationwide to those undergoing cancer treatments. You may shop directly using our Amazon Wish List, and/or organize your own food and supply drive for the items below. While the links are directed to suggested brands, other brands are welcome. Thank you! High-Priority Items Currently Needed: Hand sanitizers Eco-friendly dental kits, including bamboo toothbrushes, floss, and toothpaste Allergy-friendly protein bars Tissue packs Flavored water enhancer Disposable face masks Ginger chews (to help reduce nausea) Please see more items on our Amazon Wish List Getting Started:To organize a food and supply drive for Kits to Heart’s recipients, please follow these steps: Decide on a few locations and times to allow people to drop off items. Consider reaching out to local businesses, schools, and other organizations to help. Share your collection drive using text, email, Facebook, Nextdoor, and other channels that work best for you. Let people know why you are holding this drive, and where and how they can contribute. Motivate people to donate by sending reminders about the deadlines and setting goals for the items collected and the number of participants! (Optional) Share a photo on social media and tag @kitstoheart! Show off your work in action! Deliver the items collected. After your drive is over, please stop by to leave items at the front door at any time. The address: 6941 Crossfield Ct. Clarksville, MD 21029.If you are asked about monetary donations, please direct them to our website at kitstoheart.org. For any further questions, concerns, or ideas, please reach out to Sonia at sonia@kitstoheart.org. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: Kits to Heart Founded by a three-time cancer survivor, Kits to Heart is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that gives curated cancer care kits to patients and their loved ones. Our mission is to bring smiles and solidarity to those affected by cancer, one kit at a time. Help us gather supplies needed to help patients through their cancer treatments. As with our other opportunities, the items contributed will be included in our cancer care kits that are delivered nationwide to those undergoing cancer treatments. You may shop directly using our Amazon Wish List, and/or organize your own food and supply drive for the items below. While the links are directed to suggested brands, other brands are welcome. Thank you! High-Priority Items Currently Needed: Hand sanitizers Eco-friendly dental kits, including bamboo toothbrushes, floss, and toothpaste Allergy-friendly protein bars Tissue packs Flavored water enhancer Disposable face masks Ginger chews (to help reduce nausea) Please see more items on our Amazon Wish List Getting Started:To organize a food and supply drive for Kits to Heart’s recipients, please follow these steps: Decide on a few locations and times to allow people to drop off items. Consider reaching out to local businesses, schools, and other organizations to help. Share your collection drive using text, email, Facebook, Nextdoor, and other channels that work best for you. Let people know why you are holding this drive, and where and how they can contribute. Motivate people to donate by sending reminders about the deadlines and setting goals for the items collected and the number of participants! (Optional) Share a photo on social media and tag @kitstoheart! Show off your work in action! Deliver the items collected. After your drive is over, please stop by to leave items at the front door at any time. The address: 6941 Crossfield Ct. Clarksville, MD 21029.If you are asked about monetary donations, please direct them to our website at kitstoheart.org. For any further questions, concerns, or ideas, please reach out to Sonia at sonia@kitstoheart.org. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: Kits to Heart Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Clothing Closet Help/SSL hoursEach week are offer clothing to community members. You can help us to sort those clothes and hang them on racks to prep for the next food distribution. Please sign up here- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4AAFAE29A6F9C07-58088092-clothing 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. Organization: Clifton Park Baptist Church Each week are offer clothing to community members. You can help us to sort those clothes and hang them on racks to prep for the next food distribution. Please sign up here- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4AAFAE29A6F9C07-58088092-clothing 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. Organization: Clifton Park Baptist Church Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Apr 8, 2026 through Jun 10, 2026 Zip Code: 20903 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Registration CoordinatorJoin us on Saturday, May 16, 2026, 10:00am at the Gaithersburg Public Library (18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20879) to celebrate and preserve the historic community of Prathertown! We’re seeking a friendly, organized Registration Coordinator to help welcome participants and manage event sign-ins at our upcoming preservation gathering. What you’ll do: Checking in registered guests. Registering guests who did not pre register. Distributing name badges, event materials, and bracelets. Monitoring room capacity and observing safety risks. Calculate number of attendees at the end of the event. Encourage participants to complete the event survey. Thank participants for coming and sharing upcoming events at the end. General Event Support. Ideal for: Volunteers who enjoy meeting new people, keeping things organized, and supporting community heritage events. If you’re passionate about local history and want to take part in preserving Prathertown’s legacy, this is a great way to get involved! Please Note: Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own food and water. Breaks will be included, and SSL forms will be provided. Feel free to bring canned goods to donate to our food drive. Participants should include their best contact number to be informed of any changes to this service project. There will be no refrigeration available for food items. Prathertown Community Development Corporation Contact Information: As with all our projects, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity, 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 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. Organization: Prathertown Community Development Corporation Join us on Saturday, May 16, 2026, 10:00am at the Gaithersburg Public Library (18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20879) to celebrate and preserve the historic community of Prathertown! We’re seeking a friendly, organized Registration Coordinator to help welcome participants and manage event sign-ins at our upcoming preservation gathering. What you’ll do: Checking in registered guests. Registering guests who did not pre register. Distributing name badges, event materials, and bracelets. Monitoring room capacity and observing safety risks. Calculate number of attendees at the end of the event. Encourage participants to complete the event survey. Thank participants for coming and sharing upcoming events at the end. General Event Support. Ideal for: Volunteers who enjoy meeting new people, keeping things organized, and supporting community heritage events. If you’re passionate about local history and want to take part in preserving Prathertown’s legacy, this is a great way to get involved! Please Note: Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own food and water. Breaks will be included, and SSL forms will be provided. Feel free to bring canned goods to donate to our food drive. Participants should include their best contact number to be informed of any changes to this service project. There will be no refrigeration available for food items. Prathertown Community Development Corporation Contact Information: As with all our projects, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity, 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 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. Organization: Prathertown Community Development Corporation Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On May 16, 2026 Zip Code: 20879 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Interfaith Works Clothing Center and Food PantryWe would be happy to have you volunteer at the Interfaith Works Clothing Center and Food Pantry. The Interfaith Works (IW) Clothing Center and Food Pantry distributes clothing, household goods, and food free of charge to clients so they can pay for rent, bills, and other expenses. Thousands of individuals, businesses, schools, camps, service organizations, and congregations donate time and goods, which make our program possible. We are proud to provide the link between people in our community who have things they no longer need or want with the people in the community who are in need of the same items. Volunteer tasks in the Clothing Center include receiving donations as people drop them off, sorting them by type of donation, hanging clothes and restocking sections in the center, and helping to keep the center clean and tidy. Volunteer tasks in the Food Pantry include restocking the store, helping answer questions that our families have, checking expiration dates on items, and helping keep track of inventory. All new volunteers are required to attend a brief orientation session. Orientation is offered Wednesdays 2:30pm - 4:30PM and Saturdays 8:30 am - 10:30am. You can sign up for orientation here. Volunteer shifts are available at the Clothing Center and Food Hub Tuesdays-Fridays 8:00am-4:00pm, and Saturdays 8:00am-2:00pm. When you arrive to volunteer you will be assigned to the Clothing Center or Food Hub as needed. You can sign up for volunteer shifts here. We require that volunteers be at least 14 years old. All volunteers under 18 years of age must have a parent signature to start their hours. A parent’s signature can be provided on our online form or in person. If you have any questions or concerns, or would like to schedule a service day for a volunteer group, please reach out to the Community Engagement and Volunteer Coordinator, Alice Salomon, asalomon@iworksmc.org or you can email the IW Essential Needs Center at iwclothingcenter@iworksmc.org. Organization: Interfaith Works We would be happy to have you volunteer at the Interfaith Works Clothing Center and Food Pantry. The Interfaith Works (IW) Clothing Center and Food Pantry distributes clothing, household goods, and food free of charge to clients so they can pay for rent, bills, and other expenses. Thousands of individuals, businesses, schools, camps, service organizations, and congregations donate time and goods, which make our program possible. We are proud to provide the link between people in our community who have things they no longer need or want with the people in the community who are in need of the same items. Volunteer tasks in the Clothing Center include receiving donations as people drop them off, sorting them by type of donation, hanging clothes and restocking sections in the center, and helping to keep the center clean and tidy. Volunteer tasks in the Food Pantry include restocking the store, helping answer questions that our families have, checking expiration dates on items, and helping keep track of inventory. All new volunteers are required to attend a brief orientation session. Orientation is offered Wednesdays 2:30pm - 4:30PM and Saturdays 8:30 am - 10:30am. You can sign up for orientation here. Volunteer shifts are available at the Clothing Center and Food Hub Tuesdays-Fridays 8:00am-4:00pm, and Saturdays 8:00am-2:00pm. When you arrive to volunteer you will be assigned to the Clothing Center or Food Hub as needed. You can sign up for volunteer shifts here. We require that volunteers be at least 14 years old. All volunteers under 18 years of age must have a parent signature to start their hours. A parent’s signature can be provided on our online form or in person. If you have any questions or concerns, or would like to schedule a service day for a volunteer group, please reach out to the Community Engagement and Volunteer Coordinator, Alice Salomon, asalomon@iworksmc.org or you can email the IW Essential Needs Center at iwclothingcenter@iworksmc.org. Organization: Interfaith Works Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20851 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: The UpCounty Hub- Distribution Volunteer Needed- March/April 2026 (South Lake)The UpCounty Hub provides fresh produce, shelf stable foods, hygiene items, and some social services for families in our community that are in need. Volunteer duties include loading boxes into the cars or taking data. Distribution days and times vary depending on the week. Please sign up for the day and time that works best for you. Please arrive at 12:40pm to check in with distribution staff. We depend on each and every one of our volunteers! Each volunteer slot for each shift is needed to help us achieve our goal of distributing food to those in need. If you are not able to attend the shift your signed up for, please remove your name via this website or contact Jance so we can give your volunteer slot to another volunteer. Please reach out to Janice at joconnor@theupcountyhub.org with any questions about our volunteer opportunities and/or safety measures. * If court mandate hours are needed, you must contact Janice O'Connor directly prior to volunteering. No hours will be given unless previously approved. Contact Janice at joconnor@theupcountyhub.org for more information or with any 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. Organization: The UpCounty Hub The UpCounty Hub provides fresh produce, shelf stable foods, hygiene items, and some social services for families in our community that are in need. Volunteer duties include loading boxes into the cars or taking data. Distribution days and times vary depending on the week. Please sign up for the day and time that works best for you. Please arrive at 12:40pm to check in with distribution staff. We depend on each and every one of our volunteers! Each volunteer slot for each shift is needed to help us achieve our goal of distributing food to those in need. If you are not able to attend the shift your signed up for, please remove your name via this website or contact Jance so we can give your volunteer slot to another volunteer. Please reach out to Janice at joconnor@theupcountyhub.org with any questions about our volunteer opportunities and/or safety measures. * If court mandate hours are needed, you must contact Janice O'Connor directly prior to volunteering. No hours will be given unless previously approved. Contact Janice at joconnor@theupcountyhub.org for more information or with any 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. Organization: The UpCounty Hub Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 20877 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: The UpCounty Hub- Distribution Volunteers Needed- March/April 2026 (Germantown Elementary)The UpCounty Hub provides fresh produce, shelf stable foods, hygiene items, and some social services for families in our community that are in need. Volunteer duties vary from loading boxes into the cars or taking data. Distribution days and times vary depending on the week. Please sign up for the day and time that works best for you. Please arrive at 1:45pm to check in with distribution staff or use the QR code to sign in. We depend on each and every one of our volunteers! Each volunteer slot for each shift is needed to help us achieve our goal of distributing food to those in need. If you are not able to attend the shift your signed up for, please remove your name via this website or contact Jance so we can give your volunteer slot to another volunteer. Please reach out to Janice at joconnor@theupcountyhub.org with any questions about our volunteer opportunities and/or safety measures. *If court mandate hours are needed, you must contact Janice O'Connor directly prior to volunteering. No hours will be given unless previously approved. Contact Janice at joconnor@theupcountyhub.org for more information or with any 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. Organization: The UpCounty Hub The UpCounty Hub provides fresh produce, shelf stable foods, hygiene items, and some social services for families in our community that are in need. Volunteer duties vary from loading boxes into the cars or taking data. Distribution days and times vary depending on the week. Please sign up for the day and time that works best for you. Please arrive at 1:45pm to check in with distribution staff or use the QR code to sign in. We depend on each and every one of our volunteers! Each volunteer slot for each shift is needed to help us achieve our goal of distributing food to those in need. If you are not able to attend the shift your signed up for, please remove your name via this website or contact Jance so we can give your volunteer slot to another volunteer. Please reach out to Janice at joconnor@theupcountyhub.org with any questions about our volunteer opportunities and/or safety measures. *If court mandate hours are needed, you must contact Janice O'Connor directly prior to volunteering. No hours will be given unless previously approved. Contact Janice at joconnor@theupcountyhub.org for more information or with any 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. Organization: The UpCounty Hub Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 20874 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Decorate bookmarks to support STM's literacy program for children in needPlease note: due to the overwhelming interest in this project there is a limit of 50 bookmarks per school year. Please check out our other opportunities including coming out to pack produce for the families in need that we serve. Thanks! Small Things Matter's Crafting for Charity Program helps those in need with handmade items. We are looking for volunteers to help us decorate bookmarks as part of our literacy program for underserved children. We provide them with a choice of a brand new book and they also get to pick a handmade bookmark of their choice. Encouraging a lifelong love of reading can help these children succeed in school and in life. We would love to have individuals and groups help us by decorating bookmarks. Middle school and high school students are eligible to earn SSL hours by decorating bookmarks. 5 decorated bookmarks = 1 SSL hour of service. Limit of 50 bookmarks. Instructions: NOTE: Please make 1 bookmark and send it for approval via email to thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com before making the rest. We want to ensure that each bookmark is made with care! Only decorate the front of the bookmark blank. We will be adding our logo to the back. Please do not submit them via our google form. (Please see the sample photo above of actual bookmarks made by students.) -Purchase bookmarks from Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Gionello-Blank-Cardstock-Bookmarks-Pre-Punched/dp/B0DK488PQC/. Please note that you can also make your own bookmark blanks by purchasing cardstock and cutting them using a paper cutter to 6" x 2.5". If you choose to make your own blanks make sure that they are cut well and look professional. Do not punch holes at the top of the bookmarks if you are making them. -Please document your bookmark decorating by taking an action shot photo of them being made and a group shot of the finished items once you've finished decorating them! -Decorate the bookmarks either by using markers, paints, etc. Please do not glue any 3-D items or use stickers/washi tape. Please do not include anything religious in either written words or pictures. Do NOT sign the bookmarks with your name, etc. Take a group shot of the finished items. -Make a log by write down the number of bookmarks made, and have your parent date and initial it. -Submit your photos and log via this google form AFTER you have delivered the bookmarks and sent an email to thesmallthingsmatter saying where you delivered them to: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSediZ90q8kB_AIIAK702rGYlGTPnq5z29zoFKiSbcggxaHDrg/viewform?usp=sf_link In order to receive SSL credit, you must submit both a photo of the bookmarks you decorated and your log of the amounts of the items. Please submit your work via the form only once. I will be sending out emails with your SSL form each Sunday. Please be patient. DROPOFF Completed bookmarks can be dropped off on any day (Monday-Sunday) at Small Things Matter, 14516 Bauer Drive, Rockville, MD 20853 from 6am-6pm. Please leave your items on our front porch. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: • Do I need to sign up? Send in 1 bookmark for approval. This bookmark should be reflective of the type of bookmark you will be making. If you get something approved it is expected that the remaining bookmarks will be of similar quality. • Is there a limit to how many I make? 50 bookmarks • Is this approved for MCPS SSL hours - YES. • How will I receive my SSL hours? You will receive your SSL form via email once your service is complete and you have submitted your log and photos via the Google form. • We are helping over 2000 families in Montgomery County by providing food assistance and are very busy so and trying to limit emails about this opportunity. Thanks for understanding!!! Please do not call me. Please read the guidelines here: https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/ssl/virtual.aspx Please email Roxanne (thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com) if you would like to help. Thanks! Small Things Matter www.smallthingsmatter.org 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. Organization: Small Things Matter Please note: due to the overwhelming interest in this project there is a limit of 50 bookmarks per school year. Please check out our other opportunities including coming out to pack produce for the families in need that we serve. Thanks! Small Things Matter's Crafting for Charity Program helps those in need with handmade items. We are looking for volunteers to help us decorate bookmarks as part of our literacy program for underserved children. We provide them with a choice of a brand new book and they also get to pick a handmade bookmark of their choice. Encouraging a lifelong love of reading can help these children succeed in school and in life. We would love to have individuals and groups help us by decorating bookmarks. Middle school and high school students are eligible to earn SSL hours by decorating bookmarks. 5 decorated bookmarks = 1 SSL hour of service. Limit of 50 bookmarks. Instructions: NOTE: Please make 1 bookmark and send it for approval via email to thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com before making the rest. We want to ensure that each bookmark is made with care! Only decorate the front of the bookmark blank. We will be adding our logo to the back. Please do not submit them via our google form. (Please see the sample photo above of actual bookmarks made by students.) -Purchase bookmarks from Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Gionello-Blank-Cardstock-Bookmarks-Pre-Punched/dp/B0DK488PQC/. Please note that you can also make your own bookmark blanks by purchasing cardstock and cutting them using a paper cutter to 6" x 2.5". If you choose to make your own blanks make sure that they are cut well and look professional. Do not punch holes at the top of the bookmarks if you are making them. -Please document your bookmark decorating by taking an action shot photo of them being made and a group shot of the finished items once you've finished decorating them! -Decorate the bookmarks either by using markers, paints, etc. Please do not glue any 3-D items or use stickers/washi tape. Please do not include anything religious in either written words or pictures. Do NOT sign the bookmarks with your name, etc. Take a group shot of the finished items. -Make a log by write down the number of bookmarks made, and have your parent date and initial it. -Submit your photos and log via this google form AFTER you have delivered the bookmarks and sent an email to thesmallthingsmatter saying where you delivered them to: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSediZ90q8kB_AIIAK702rGYlGTPnq5z29zoFKiSbcggxaHDrg/viewform?usp=sf_link In order to receive SSL credit, you must submit both a photo of the bookmarks you decorated and your log of the amounts of the items. Please submit your work via the form only once. I will be sending out emails with your SSL form each Sunday. Please be patient. DROPOFF Completed bookmarks can be dropped off on any day (Monday-Sunday) at Small Things Matter, 14516 Bauer Drive, Rockville, MD 20853 from 6am-6pm. Please leave your items on our front porch. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: • Do I need to sign up? Send in 1 bookmark for approval. This bookmark should be reflective of the type of bookmark you will be making. If you get something approved it is expected that the remaining bookmarks will be of similar quality. • Is there a limit to how many I make? 50 bookmarks • Is this approved for MCPS SSL hours - YES. • How will I receive my SSL hours? You will receive your SSL form via email once your service is complete and you have submitted your log and photos via the Google form. • We are helping over 2000 families in Montgomery County by providing food assistance and are very busy so and trying to limit emails about this opportunity. Thanks for understanding!!! Please do not call me. Please read the guidelines here: https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/ssl/virtual.aspx Please email Roxanne (thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com) if you would like to help. Thanks! Small Things Matter www.smallthingsmatter.org 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. Organization: Small Things Matter Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Assembling Personal Hygiene Kits for those in need
Small Things Matter's helps those in need by providing them with food, literacy, and general support. We are looking for volunteers to help us put together personal hygiene kits to share with the those in need in our community. Personal hygiene is important in feeling good about oneself and we hope these kits will help those that receive them feel cared for. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL.We would love to have individuals and groups supporting this effort. We will award 1 hour of community service for each kit donated which can be used towards: The National Honor Society (https://www.nhs.us/) President's Volunteer Service Award (https://presidentialserviceawards.gov/) Community service for private schools Community service for college Court ordered service1 personal hygiene kit with a cheery note = 1 community service hour. All items can be purchased inexpensively from the Dollar Store/Dollar Tree. You can also reach out to your local dentist to see if they would be able to donate toothbrushes to you. Each kit must contain these 5 items of the 6 items listed below (PLEASE NOTE ALL ITEMS SHOULD BE FULL-SIZED, NOT TRAVEL SIZE--YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE CREDIT FOR TRAVEL SIZED ITEMS: - regular size toothbrush - full size toothpaste - full size bar of soap/full size bottle of body wash - full size shampoo - full size deodorant - quality comb/brushPLUS a kind note Instructions: -Please document your work by taking an action shot photo of them being assembled and a group shot of the finished package once you've finished -Purchase the cleaning supplies and make a nice handmade note -Place the items in a clean gallon size bag -If making multiple kits please place them in a box or reusable bag that is sturdy -Make a log by writing down the number of kits made, along with your name and date and have your parent initial it -Submit the log and your photos, etc via this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefU6lhr176FWyDzQl0AAWgbxTEs8Eqa37vOzAoJwmyUw9D8w/viewform?usp=sf_link Once your donations and your google form are received you will get an email containing a letter with our official letterhead with community service hours you've earned. DROPOFF Personal hygiene kits can be dropped off at 14516 Bauer Drive, Rockville, MD 20853. Please contact me at thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com prior to dropping off. Thanks! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Is this approved for MCPS SSL hours? NO. Do I need to sign up? There is no need to sign up. This is an ongoing need. Is there a limit to how many I make? No limit. Are these items still needed? YES, it is still an ongoing need. We are helping over 1000 families in Montgomery County by providing food assistance and are very busy so and trying to limit emails about this opportunity. If you see the dates posted please be assured that this opportunity is still ongoing. Thanks for understanding!!!Please email Roxanne (thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com) if you would like to help brighten a senior's day. Thanks! Small Things Matter www.smallthingsmatter.org Organization: Small Things Matter
Small Things Matter's helps those in need by providing them with food, literacy, and general support. We are looking for volunteers to help us put together personal hygiene kits to share with the those in need in our community. Personal hygiene is important in feeling good about oneself and we hope these kits will help those that receive them feel cared for. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL.We would love to have individuals and groups supporting this effort. We will award 1 hour of community service for each kit donated which can be used towards: The National Honor Society (https://www.nhs.us/) President's Volunteer Service Award (https://presidentialserviceawards.gov/) Community service for private schools Community service for college Court ordered service1 personal hygiene kit with a cheery note = 1 community service hour. All items can be purchased inexpensively from the Dollar Store/Dollar Tree. You can also reach out to your local dentist to see if they would be able to donate toothbrushes to you. Each kit must contain these 5 items of the 6 items listed below (PLEASE NOTE ALL ITEMS SHOULD BE FULL-SIZED, NOT TRAVEL SIZE--YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE CREDIT FOR TRAVEL SIZED ITEMS: - regular size toothbrush - full size toothpaste - full size bar of soap/full size bottle of body wash - full size shampoo - full size deodorant - quality comb/brushPLUS a kind note Instructions: -Please document your work by taking an action shot photo of them being assembled and a group shot of the finished package once you've finished -Purchase the cleaning supplies and make a nice handmade note -Place the items in a clean gallon size bag -If making multiple kits please place them in a box or reusable bag that is sturdy -Make a log by writing down the number of kits made, along with your name and date and have your parent initial it -Submit the log and your photos, etc via this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefU6lhr176FWyDzQl0AAWgbxTEs8Eqa37vOzAoJwmyUw9D8w/viewform?usp=sf_link Once your donations and your google form are received you will get an email containing a letter with our official letterhead with community service hours you've earned. DROPOFF Personal hygiene kits can be dropped off at 14516 Bauer Drive, Rockville, MD 20853. Please contact me at thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com prior to dropping off. Thanks! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Is this approved for MCPS SSL hours? NO. Do I need to sign up? There is no need to sign up. This is an ongoing need. Is there a limit to how many I make? No limit. Are these items still needed? YES, it is still an ongoing need. We are helping over 1000 families in Montgomery County by providing food assistance and are very busy so and trying to limit emails about this opportunity. If you see the dates posted please be assured that this opportunity is still ongoing. Thanks for understanding!!!Please email Roxanne (thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com) if you would like to help brighten a senior's day. Thanks! Small Things Matter www.smallthingsmatter.org Organization: Small Things Matter Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20853 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Assembling Cleaning Care Kits to Help Families in NeedSmall Things Matter's helps those in need by providing them with food, literacy, and general support. We are looking for volunteers to help us put together cleaning care kits to share with the those in need in our community. Cleaning and disinfecting one's home is always a good practice and this is even more important in homes where a family member has coronavirus. In some of the apartments we serve half of the residents there have at least 1 member of their household who has COVID-19. We would love to have individuals and groups helping us put together these cleaning kits. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL.We would love to have individuals and groups supporting this effort. We will award 1 hour of community service for each kit which can be used towards: The National Honor Society (https://www.nhs.us/) President's Volunteer Service Award (https://presidentialserviceawards.gov/) Community service for private schools Community service for college Court ordered service1 cleaning care kit = 1 community service hour All items can be purchased inexpensively from the Dollar Store/Dollar Tree. Each kit must contain 4 of 6 items listed below (each item in the kit must be different/ no duplicates): - bleach (Clorox or similar) - laundry detergent - dishwashing soap (please tape the top down so that it can't open) - multipurpose disinfectant cleaner (pinesol/lysol or similar) - scouring powder (comet or similar) - liquid hand soapPLUS 2 sponges or a roll of paper towels AND a kind note All items must be placed in double bagged plastic bags and placed inside a paper box so that boxes can be stacked on top of one another. Instructions: -Please document your work by taking an action shot photo of them being assembled and a group shot of the finished package once you've finished -Purchase the cleaning supplies and make a nice handmade note -Place the items in a clean plastic bag (please double bag) making sure that all the items are standing upright to avoid spilling. -Make a log by writing down the number of kits made, along with your name and date and have your parent initial it -Submit the log and your photos, etc via the link below https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefU6lhr176FWyDzQl0AAWgbxTEs8Eqa37vOzAoJwmyUw9D8w/viewform?usp=sf_link Once your donations and your google form is received you will get an email with a letter detailing the number of community service hours you've earned. DROPOFF Cleaning kits can be dropped off at 14516 Bauer Drive, Rockville, MD 20853 Please contact me at thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com prior to dropping off. Thanks! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Is this approved for MCPS SSL hours? NO. Do I need to sign up? There is no need to sign up. This is an ongoing need. Is there a limit to how many I make? No limit. Are these items still needed? YES, it is still an ongoing need. We are helping over 2000 families in Montgomery County by providing food assistance and are very busy so and trying to limit emails about this opportunity. If you see the dates posted please be assured that this opportunity is still ongoing. Thanks for understanding!!! Please email Roxanne (thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com) with any questions. Thanks! Small Things Matter www.smallthingsmatter.org Organization: Small Things Matter Small Things Matter's helps those in need by providing them with food, literacy, and general support. We are looking for volunteers to help us put together cleaning care kits to share with the those in need in our community. Cleaning and disinfecting one's home is always a good practice and this is even more important in homes where a family member has coronavirus. In some of the apartments we serve half of the residents there have at least 1 member of their household who has COVID-19. We would love to have individuals and groups helping us put together these cleaning kits. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL.We would love to have individuals and groups supporting this effort. We will award 1 hour of community service for each kit which can be used towards: The National Honor Society (https://www.nhs.us/) President's Volunteer Service Award (https://presidentialserviceawards.gov/) Community service for private schools Community service for college Court ordered service1 cleaning care kit = 1 community service hour All items can be purchased inexpensively from the Dollar Store/Dollar Tree. Each kit must contain 4 of 6 items listed below (each item in the kit must be different/ no duplicates): - bleach (Clorox or similar) - laundry detergent - dishwashing soap (please tape the top down so that it can't open) - multipurpose disinfectant cleaner (pinesol/lysol or similar) - scouring powder (comet or similar) - liquid hand soapPLUS 2 sponges or a roll of paper towels AND a kind note All items must be placed in double bagged plastic bags and placed inside a paper box so that boxes can be stacked on top of one another. Instructions: -Please document your work by taking an action shot photo of them being assembled and a group shot of the finished package once you've finished -Purchase the cleaning supplies and make a nice handmade note -Place the items in a clean plastic bag (please double bag) making sure that all the items are standing upright to avoid spilling. -Make a log by writing down the number of kits made, along with your name and date and have your parent initial it -Submit the log and your photos, etc via the link below https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefU6lhr176FWyDzQl0AAWgbxTEs8Eqa37vOzAoJwmyUw9D8w/viewform?usp=sf_link Once your donations and your google form is received you will get an email with a letter detailing the number of community service hours you've earned. DROPOFF Cleaning kits can be dropped off at 14516 Bauer Drive, Rockville, MD 20853 Please contact me at thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com prior to dropping off. Thanks! FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Is this approved for MCPS SSL hours? NO. Do I need to sign up? There is no need to sign up. This is an ongoing need. Is there a limit to how many I make? No limit. Are these items still needed? YES, it is still an ongoing need. We are helping over 2000 families in Montgomery County by providing food assistance and are very busy so and trying to limit emails about this opportunity. If you see the dates posted please be assured that this opportunity is still ongoing. Thanks for understanding!!! Please email Roxanne (thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com) with any questions. Thanks! Small Things Matter www.smallthingsmatter.org Organization: Small Things Matter Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20853 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Administrative VolunteersMUM serves individuals and families in crisis in the Silver Spring, Wheaton, Kensington, Takoma Park, Rockville and Aspen Hill communities, specifically residents within the following zipcodes of Montgomery County (20853, 20895, 20896, 20901, 20902, 20906, 20910, and 20912). MUM provides food assistance as well as financial assistance for eviction prevention, utility shut-off prevention/restoration and prescription medications. MUM needs volunteers to help with various tasks such as data entry/analysis, administrative support, food drives, fundraising, IT support, communications, social media and other tasks. Timing and time commitment is flexible and some work can be done remotely. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. Organization: MUM Mid-County United Ministries MUM serves individuals and families in crisis in the Silver Spring, Wheaton, Kensington, Takoma Park, Rockville and Aspen Hill communities, specifically residents within the following zipcodes of Montgomery County (20853, 20895, 20896, 20901, 20902, 20906, 20910, and 20912). MUM provides food assistance as well as financial assistance for eviction prevention, utility shut-off prevention/restoration and prescription medications. MUM needs volunteers to help with various tasks such as data entry/analysis, administrative support, food drives, fundraising, IT support, communications, social media and other tasks. Timing and time commitment is flexible and some work can be done remotely. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. Organization: MUM Mid-County United Ministries Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20902 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Hold a Canned Food Drive to Help Neighbors in NeedHelp us feed neighbors in need by holding a canned food drive with your club, faith-based group, civic group, or business. Food drives are needed year round, not just at the holidays. Most wanted items: ***No Glass Containers Please! Canned Fruits and Vegetables ***No Glass Containers Please!
Please contact us via our website to coordinate a canned food drive with us. Organization: Nourishing Bethesda Help us feed neighbors in need by holding a canned food drive with your club, faith-based group, civic group, or business. Food drives are needed year round, not just at the holidays. Most wanted items: ***No Glass Containers Please! Canned Fruits and Vegetables ***No Glass Containers Please!
Please contact us via our website to coordinate a canned food drive with us. Organization: Nourishing Bethesda Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20817 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Distribute Food to Families Facing Food Insecurity Volunteer Opportunities CLICK HERE: Nourishing Bethesda Sign Up Genius Come be part of our wonderful community of volunteers who are making a real difference in the lives of our neighbors in need. We provide a warm and welcoming environment for volunteers and clients alike. Your impact is immediate and our clients are so grateful for the helping hand. We operate out of the BCC Rescue Squad, 5020 Battery Lane, Bethesda. We operate under a Choice Market model. This model gives our clients the ability to choose the food items we offer that best meet the needs of their families in a grocery-store-like experience. This new model is the gold standard of food pantries--and deeply supports Nourishing Bethesda's commitment to honor our clients with agency and respect. There are various new volunteer positions to choose from! How can you help? Helping at the produce and product displaysRestocking the market Set up for food packing and distribution operations Pack produce, shelf stable groceries, and bread/bagels in bags for distribution to clients Greet clients and/or check them in for appointments; Spanish language skills are helpful but not required Help clients move carts with several bags of food to clients' vehiclesWe have volunteer shifts on: Thursday afternoons and evenings Friday mornings, afternoons, and eveningsShifts often fill up early, but openings often become available when volunteers need to cancel, so please check 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. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. Organization: Nourishing Bethesda Volunteer Opportunities CLICK HERE: Nourishing Bethesda Sign Up Genius Come be part of our wonderful community of volunteers who are making a real difference in the lives of our neighbors in need. We provide a warm and welcoming environment for volunteers and clients alike. Your impact is immediate and our clients are so grateful for the helping hand. We operate out of the BCC Rescue Squad, 5020 Battery Lane, Bethesda. We operate under a Choice Market model. This model gives our clients the ability to choose the food items we offer that best meet the needs of their families in a grocery-store-like experience. This new model is the gold standard of food pantries--and deeply supports Nourishing Bethesda's commitment to honor our clients with agency and respect. There are various new volunteer positions to choose from! How can you help? Helping at the produce and product displaysRestocking the market Set up for food packing and distribution operations Pack produce, shelf stable groceries, and bread/bagels in bags for distribution to clients Greet clients and/or check them in for appointments; Spanish language skills are helpful but not required Help clients move carts with several bags of food to clients' vehiclesWe have volunteer shifts on: Thursday afternoons and evenings Friday mornings, afternoons, and eveningsShifts often fill up early, but openings often become available when volunteers need to cancel, so please check 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. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. Organization: Nourishing Bethesda Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20814 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Gently Used Purses, Toiletries, Financial Donations Needed to Help Homeless WomenWe are collecting arm-deep, mid-sized, good-conditioned purses, handbags, and backpacks. Fanny packs and wallets are too small. We are seeking the following travel-sized toiletries: Hotel travel-sized toiletries: soaps, shampoos, conditioners, lotionsFemale hygiene products (ie: pads, tampons: only accepting Flo Tampons, Organyc, Viv for V, Rael Tampons) Other travel-sized items: deodorants, first aid products, dental hygiene products, combs, socks, sunscreen, chapstick, hair ties, shower caps, makeup wipes, moisturizers, etc. Seasonal-based items: socks (colder areas), sunglasses (warmer areas) Self-care items: nail polish, face masks, hair clips, etc.Gift cards (entertainment, food)Donations can be shipped to: Purses For A Purpose, Inc. 5614 Connecticut Ave NW #185 Washington DC 20015 Financial Donations will be used to purchase toiletries and meet minimal business expenses: VenmoPayPalGoFundMeAmazon Wish ListYou may receive a receipt for tax purposes upon request. Organization: Purses For A Purpose, Inc. We are collecting arm-deep, mid-sized, good-conditioned purses, handbags, and backpacks. Fanny packs and wallets are too small. We are seeking the following travel-sized toiletries: Hotel travel-sized toiletries: soaps, shampoos, conditioners, lotionsFemale hygiene products (ie: pads, tampons: only accepting Flo Tampons, Organyc, Viv for V, Rael Tampons) Other travel-sized items: deodorants, first aid products, dental hygiene products, combs, socks, sunscreen, chapstick, hair ties, shower caps, makeup wipes, moisturizers, etc. Seasonal-based items: socks (colder areas), sunglasses (warmer areas) Self-care items: nail polish, face masks, hair clips, etc.Gift cards (entertainment, food)Donations can be shipped to: Purses For A Purpose, Inc. 5614 Connecticut Ave NW #185 Washington DC 20015 Financial Donations will be used to purchase toiletries and meet minimal business expenses: VenmoPayPalGoFundMeAmazon Wish ListYou may receive a receipt for tax purposes upon request. Organization: Purses For A Purpose, Inc. Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20016 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Food/Supplies Donation Drive
DONATIONS ACCEPTED ON MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, AND FRIDAYS - 9AM TO 3PM
We are collecting essential resources to support the ongoing needs of families and individuals in the Mid County community impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Thank you for your generosity!
Donations can be dropped off on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays between 9am and 3pm at the Hughes United Methodist Church Office. (Please ring the bell when you arrive).
We are asking for the following items:
OVER-THE-COUNTER MEDICATION: Adults and kids Tylenol, cough syrup, cough drops, hand sanitizer
NON-PERISHABLE FOOD: Pancake mix and syrup, Gatorade, bottled water, healthy snacks BABY & CHILDREN’S ITEMS: Baby formulas (Enfamil and Similac), Pedialyte, baby wipes, and training diapers TOILETRIES: Sanitary pads, laundry detergents, hand soap, dish soap, shampoo, toothbrushes, toothpaste Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL.
Organization: Mid County-Hub at Hughes United Methodist Church
DONATIONS ACCEPTED ON MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, AND FRIDAYS - 9AM TO 3PM
We are collecting essential resources to support the ongoing needs of families and individuals in the Mid County community impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Thank you for your generosity!
Donations can be dropped off on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays between 9am and 3pm at the Hughes United Methodist Church Office. (Please ring the bell when you arrive).
We are asking for the following items:
OVER-THE-COUNTER MEDICATION: Adults and kids Tylenol, cough syrup, cough drops, hand sanitizer
NON-PERISHABLE FOOD: Pancake mix and syrup, Gatorade, bottled water, healthy snacks BABY & CHILDREN’S ITEMS: Baby formulas (Enfamil and Similac), Pedialyte, baby wipes, and training diapers TOILETRIES: Sanitary pads, laundry detergents, hand soap, dish soap, shampoo, toothbrushes, toothpaste Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL.
Organization: Mid County-Hub at Hughes United Methodist Church Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20902 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Food Collection Neighborhood Coordinator - Silver Spring areaA Neighborhood Coordinator or Student Ambassador creates a strong support network where neighbors help neighbors, fostering unity and connection. Instead of individual donations, it’s many at one time - amplifying impact! Your vision inspires others to step up to fill a need, while strengthening community bonds with every food drive and delivery. You will be the main contact for your community, recruiting food donors, supporting volunteers, and organizing monthly food drives. Neighborhood coordinators spread the word about the designated day for the food drives, pick up donations from neighborhood porches, and move food from porch to pantry. You will create and support a strong partnership with your local pantry ensuring they have the food they need, when they need it, to feed neighbors in need. High school students should ask about joining the Student Ambassador Program. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: PORCH Communities A Neighborhood Coordinator or Student Ambassador creates a strong support network where neighbors help neighbors, fostering unity and connection. Instead of individual donations, it’s many at one time - amplifying impact! Your vision inspires others to step up to fill a need, while strengthening community bonds with every food drive and delivery. You will be the main contact for your community, recruiting food donors, supporting volunteers, and organizing monthly food drives. Neighborhood coordinators spread the word about the designated day for the food drives, pick up donations from neighborhood porches, and move food from porch to pantry. You will create and support a strong partnership with your local pantry ensuring they have the food they need, when they need it, to feed neighbors in need. High school students should ask about joining the Student Ambassador Program. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: PORCH Communities Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20901 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Food Collection Neighborhood Coordinator - Potomac areaA Neighborhood Coordinator or Student Ambassador creates a strong support network where neighbors help neighbors, fostering unity and connection. Instead of individual donations, it’s many at one time - amplifying impact! Your vision inspires others to step up to fill a need, while strengthening community bonds with every food drive and delivery. You will be the main contact for your community, recruiting food donors, supporting volunteers, and organizing monthly food drives. Neighborhood coordinators spread the word about the designated day for the food drives, pick up donations from neighborhood porches, and move food from porch to pantry. You will create and support a strong partnership with your local pantry ensuring they have the food they need, when they need it, to feed neighbors in need. High school students should ask about joining the Student Ambassador Program. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: PORCH Communities A Neighborhood Coordinator or Student Ambassador creates a strong support network where neighbors help neighbors, fostering unity and connection. Instead of individual donations, it’s many at one time - amplifying impact! Your vision inspires others to step up to fill a need, while strengthening community bonds with every food drive and delivery. You will be the main contact for your community, recruiting food donors, supporting volunteers, and organizing monthly food drives. Neighborhood coordinators spread the word about the designated day for the food drives, pick up donations from neighborhood porches, and move food from porch to pantry. You will create and support a strong partnership with your local pantry ensuring they have the food they need, when they need it, to feed neighbors in need. High school students should ask about joining the Student Ambassador Program. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: PORCH Communities Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20854 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Food Collection Neighborhood Coordinator - Poolesville areaA Neighborhood Coordinator or Student Ambassador creates a strong support network where neighbors help neighbors, fostering unity and connection. Instead of individual donations, it’s many at one time - amplifying impact! Your vision inspires others to step up to fill a need, while strengthening community bonds with every food drive and delivery. You will be the main contact for your community, recruiting food donors, supporting volunteers, and organizing monthly food drives. Neighborhood coordinators spread the word about the designated day for the food drives, pick up donations from neighborhood porches, and move food from porch to pantry. You will create and support a strong partnership with your local pantry ensuring they have the food they need, when they need it, to feed neighbors in need. High school students should ask about joining the Student Ambassador Program. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: PORCH Communities A Neighborhood Coordinator or Student Ambassador creates a strong support network where neighbors help neighbors, fostering unity and connection. Instead of individual donations, it’s many at one time - amplifying impact! Your vision inspires others to step up to fill a need, while strengthening community bonds with every food drive and delivery. You will be the main contact for your community, recruiting food donors, supporting volunteers, and organizing monthly food drives. Neighborhood coordinators spread the word about the designated day for the food drives, pick up donations from neighborhood porches, and move food from porch to pantry. You will create and support a strong partnership with your local pantry ensuring they have the food they need, when they need it, to feed neighbors in need. High school students should ask about joining the Student Ambassador Program. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: PORCH Communities Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20837 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Food Collection Neighborhood Coordinator - Gaithersburg areaA Neighborhood Coordinator or Student Ambassador creates a strong support network where neighbors help neighbors, fostering unity and connection. Instead of individual donations, it’s many at one time - amplifying impact! Your vision inspires others to step up to fill a need, while strengthening community bonds with every food drive and delivery. You will be the main contact for your community, recruiting food donors, supporting volunteers, and organizing monthly food drives. Neighborhood coordinators spread the word about the designated day for the food drives, pick up donations from neighborhood porches, and move food from porch to pantry. You will create and support a strong partnership with your local pantry ensuring they have the food they need, when they need it, to feed neighbors in need. High school students should ask about joining the Student Ambassador program Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how opportunities may be considered for SSL Organization: PORCH Communities A Neighborhood Coordinator or Student Ambassador creates a strong support network where neighbors help neighbors, fostering unity and connection. Instead of individual donations, it’s many at one time - amplifying impact! Your vision inspires others to step up to fill a need, while strengthening community bonds with every food drive and delivery. You will be the main contact for your community, recruiting food donors, supporting volunteers, and organizing monthly food drives. Neighborhood coordinators spread the word about the designated day for the food drives, pick up donations from neighborhood porches, and move food from porch to pantry. You will create and support a strong partnership with your local pantry ensuring they have the food they need, when they need it, to feed neighbors in need. High school students should ask about joining the Student Ambassador program Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how opportunities may be considered for SSL Organization: PORCH Communities Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20877 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Food Collection Neighborhood Coordinator - Olney areaA Neighborhood Coordinator or Student Ambassador creates a strong support network where neighbors help neighbors, fostering unity and connection. Instead of individual donations, it’s many at one time - amplifying impact! Your vision inspires others to step up to fill a need, while strengthening community bonds with every food drive and delivery. You will be the main contact for your community, recruiting food donors, supporting volunteers, and organizing monthly food drives. Neighborhood coordinators spread the word about the designated day for the food drives, pick up donations from neighborhood porches, and move food from porch to pantry. You will create and support a strong partnership with your local pantry ensuring they have the food they need, when they need it, to feed neighbors in need. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: PORCH Communities A Neighborhood Coordinator or Student Ambassador creates a strong support network where neighbors help neighbors, fostering unity and connection. Instead of individual donations, it’s many at one time - amplifying impact! Your vision inspires others to step up to fill a need, while strengthening community bonds with every food drive and delivery. You will be the main contact for your community, recruiting food donors, supporting volunteers, and organizing monthly food drives. Neighborhood coordinators spread the word about the designated day for the food drives, pick up donations from neighborhood porches, and move food from porch to pantry. You will create and support a strong partnership with your local pantry ensuring they have the food they need, when they need it, to feed neighbors in need. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: PORCH Communities Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20832 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Food Collection Neighborhood Coordinator - Damascus areaA Neighborhood Coordinator or Student Ambassador creates a strong support network where neighbors help neighbors, fostering unity and connection. Instead of individual donations, it’s many at one time - amplifying impact! Your vision inspires others to step up to fill a need, while strengthening community bonds with every food drive and delivery. You will be the main contact for your community, recruiting food donors, supporting volunteers, and organizing monthly food drives. Neighborhood coordinators spread the word about the designated day for the food drives, pick up donations from neighborhood porches, and move food from porch to pantry. You will create and support a strong partnership with your local pantry ensuring they have the food they need, when they need it, to feed neighbors in need. High school students should ask about joining the Student Ambassador program. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: PORCH Communities A Neighborhood Coordinator or Student Ambassador creates a strong support network where neighbors help neighbors, fostering unity and connection. Instead of individual donations, it’s many at one time - amplifying impact! Your vision inspires others to step up to fill a need, while strengthening community bonds with every food drive and delivery. You will be the main contact for your community, recruiting food donors, supporting volunteers, and organizing monthly food drives. Neighborhood coordinators spread the word about the designated day for the food drives, pick up donations from neighborhood porches, and move food from porch to pantry. You will create and support a strong partnership with your local pantry ensuring they have the food they need, when they need it, to feed neighbors in need. High school students should ask about joining the Student Ambassador program. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: PORCH Communities Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20872 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Food Collection Neighborhood Coordinator - Clarksburg areaA Neighborhood Coordinator or Student Ambassador creates a strong support network where neighbors help neighbors, fostering unity and connection. Instead of individual donations, it’s many at one time - amplifying impact! Your vision inspires others to step up to fill a need, while strengthening community bonds with every food drive and delivery. You will be the main contact for your community, recruiting food donors, supporting volunteers, and organizing monthly food drives. Neighborhood coordinators spread the word about the designated day for the food drives, pick up donations from neighborhood porches, and move food from porch to pantry. You will create and support a strong partnership with your local pantry ensuring they have the food they need, when they need it, to feed neighbors in need. High school students should ask about joining the Student Ambassador program. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: PORCH Communities A Neighborhood Coordinator or Student Ambassador creates a strong support network where neighbors help neighbors, fostering unity and connection. Instead of individual donations, it’s many at one time - amplifying impact! Your vision inspires others to step up to fill a need, while strengthening community bonds with every food drive and delivery. You will be the main contact for your community, recruiting food donors, supporting volunteers, and organizing monthly food drives. Neighborhood coordinators spread the word about the designated day for the food drives, pick up donations from neighborhood porches, and move food from porch to pantry. You will create and support a strong partnership with your local pantry ensuring they have the food they need, when they need it, to feed neighbors in need. High school students should ask about joining the Student Ambassador program. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: PORCH Communities Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20871 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Food Collection Neighborhood Coordinator - Bethesda areaA Neighborhood Coordinator creates a strong support network where neighbors help neighbors, fostering unity and connection. Instead of individual donations, it’s many at one time - amplifying impact! Your vision inspires others to step up to fill a need while strengthening community bonds with every food drive and delivery. You will be the main contact for your community, recruiting food donors, supporting volunteers, and organizing monthly food drives. Neighborhood coordinators spread the word about the designated day for the food drives, pick up donations from neighborhood porches, and move food from porch to pantry. You will create and support a strong partnership with your local pantry, ensuring they have the food they need, when they need it, to feed neighbors in need. PORCH Communities provides the support, resources, and training to start and maintain your Chapter. We're always available to help you throughout your volunteer time. For high school students, ask about the Student Ambassador program. Organization: PORCH Communities A Neighborhood Coordinator creates a strong support network where neighbors help neighbors, fostering unity and connection. Instead of individual donations, it’s many at one time - amplifying impact! Your vision inspires others to step up to fill a need while strengthening community bonds with every food drive and delivery. You will be the main contact for your community, recruiting food donors, supporting volunteers, and organizing monthly food drives. Neighborhood coordinators spread the word about the designated day for the food drives, pick up donations from neighborhood porches, and move food from porch to pantry. You will create and support a strong partnership with your local pantry, ensuring they have the food they need, when they need it, to feed neighbors in need. PORCH Communities provides the support, resources, and training to start and maintain your Chapter. We're always available to help you throughout your volunteer time. For high school students, ask about the Student Ambassador program. Organization: PORCH Communities Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20814 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Food DriveBy leading a food drive benefiting the College Park Community Food Bank, you, and each participant, will make an impact on the lives of our neighbors. This is an independent activity, not supervised by the Food Bank and not eligible for community service hours. Here is some helpful info for planning your food drive: WHAT DO WE ACCEPT?Clean, non-dented canned & boxed food items, not past their expiration date. SUGGESTED ITEMSBeans Soup Tuna Canned Fruit (in juice or light syrup) Canned Veggies (no salt added or low sodium) Peanut Butter Pasta Pasta Sauce or Canned Tomatoes Macaroni and Cheese Rice GETTING STARTEDAs a food drive organizer, here’s a few steps to follow: Practice good hygiene and social distancing in the handling of the donated food. We suggest asking for food to be bagged and then handling the bags with gloves. Advertise your collection via email, NextDoor, Facebook, your neighborhood listserv – whatever works best for you. Let people know where and when they can donate. Then place clearly labeled boxes or bins in those locations. Set a deadline for collections and remind people when it’s approaching. This will help motivate people to submit their donations. Challenges are also useful – offer a goal of a certain number of items, participants or pounds collected. Take a picture! (if you want) We love to see the faces that help make all of this possible. Drop-off your collections. Complete this Donation Form to get drop-off instructions. And thank you! FOOD DRIVE FAQSWhat’s the best time of year to host a food drive? What if I receive a monetary donation during the drive? Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: College Park Community Food Bank By leading a food drive benefiting the College Park Community Food Bank, you, and each participant, will make an impact on the lives of our neighbors. This is an independent activity, not supervised by the Food Bank and not eligible for community service hours. Here is some helpful info for planning your food drive: WHAT DO WE ACCEPT?Clean, non-dented canned & boxed food items, not past their expiration date. SUGGESTED ITEMSBeans Soup Tuna Canned Fruit (in juice or light syrup) Canned Veggies (no salt added or low sodium) Peanut Butter Pasta Pasta Sauce or Canned Tomatoes Macaroni and Cheese Rice GETTING STARTEDAs a food drive organizer, here’s a few steps to follow: Practice good hygiene and social distancing in the handling of the donated food. We suggest asking for food to be bagged and then handling the bags with gloves. Advertise your collection via email, NextDoor, Facebook, your neighborhood listserv – whatever works best for you. Let people know where and when they can donate. Then place clearly labeled boxes or bins in those locations. Set a deadline for collections and remind people when it’s approaching. This will help motivate people to submit their donations. Challenges are also useful – offer a goal of a certain number of items, participants or pounds collected. Take a picture! (if you want) We love to see the faces that help make all of this possible. Drop-off your collections. Complete this Donation Form to get drop-off instructions. And thank you! FOOD DRIVE FAQSWhat’s the best time of year to host a food drive? What if I receive a monetary donation during the drive? Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: College Park Community Food Bank Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20740 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Package a toy/small gift card with inspirational note for children in need
Small Things Matter (STM) is a 501(3)c nonprofit dedicated to serving over 1000 Montgomery County families in need with our food, literacy, and crafting programs. STM's Kokua Foods Program helps address food insecurity in our community by providing food insecure families with fresh produce and other healthy food options. During the holidays we try to provide our families with small toys for the younger children and gift cards for the teens and parents. We are trying to help the food insecure families we serve by providing the children with a small holiday gift. We are looking for volunteers to donate new toys for children (ages 0-12) or $10-$20 gift cards for teens (ages 13-18) celebrate the holidays this year along with a handmade holiday card. Please save your receipts. We cannot accept used items. All items must be purchased new for this opportunity. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL.We would love to have individuals and groups supporting this effort. We will award 1 hour of community service for each toy or $10 gift card plus handmade notecard donated which can be used towards: The National Honor Society (https://www.nhs.us/) President's Volunteer Service Award (https://presidentialserviceawards.gov/) Community service for private schools Community service for college Court ordered serviceInstructions: NOTE that all donations must be received by the Saturday December 10. This is so that we have enough time to sort and deliver presents to all of the families. 1. Please email us at thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com indicating the number of toys or gift cards you would like to donate 2. Purchase a small toy (each a $10-$20 value) -or- gift card(s) (each a $10-$20 value). All toys must be new and unused. Please write the value of the gift card on the card. Places such as Fair Day's Play in Takoma Park, Five Below, Target, and Amazon are some of the many stores that have toys. Barbies, baby dolls, balls (footballs, soccer balls, etc), scooters are some of the toys that kids love. Amazon, Target, and Starbucks are a few places that have gift cards that teens would enjoy. Please keep your receipt from all toys/gift cards as proof of purchase. 3. Make a handmade gift card using either a blank card or a sheet of xerox paper folded in half twice. DOS Make a unique handmade card. This is part of your present so put some love and care into it. Write a cheery non-religious greeting inside.DO NOTS Please do not draw or write anything religious on the card. Please do not mass reproduce your card using a xerox machine or using the same design over and over. Please do not sign the card with your name4. Place your gift using a gift bag (toy + handmade card) or an envelope (gift card + handmade card). Please do not wrap the gifts with paper because we need to see them to sort them appropriately. Please leave the bag/envelope unsealed (please do not staple, tape, or seal). 5. Please enter proof of your work via the google sheet below. You will need to submit a photo of your work, plus a log of your work. Please copy and paste the link below into your browser. Make sure that you are not logged into a school account or this form will not work. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefU6lhr176FWyDzQl0AAWgbxTEs8Eqa37vOzAoJwmyUw9D8w/viewform?usp=sf_link Please drop off your donations at 14516 Bauer Drive, Rockville, MD If you are dropping off holiday gift cards for the teens place them in a separate bag...DO NOT ADD THEM TO ONE OF THE TOY BAGS. Please leave your gifts in the marked box on our carport. We are doing a no contact dropoff. Please contact me at thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com ahead of time so I know when you will be dropping off or if you have any questions.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Is this approved for MCPS SSL hours? NO. Is this approved for community service hours? YES, you will be awarded community service hours which can be used for membership in the National Honor Society, President's Volunteer Service Award, community service at private schools, court appointed service Do I need to sign up? There is no need to sign up. Is there a limit to how many I make? No limit. Are these items still needed? YES, it is still an ongoing need. We are helping over 1000 families in Montgomery County by providing food assistance and are very busy and trying to limit emails about this opportunity. Thanks for understanding!!!
Please email Roxanne (thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com) if you would like to help a child in need. Thanks! Small Things Matter www.smallthingsmatter.org Organization: Small Things Matter
Small Things Matter (STM) is a 501(3)c nonprofit dedicated to serving over 1000 Montgomery County families in need with our food, literacy, and crafting programs. STM's Kokua Foods Program helps address food insecurity in our community by providing food insecure families with fresh produce and other healthy food options. During the holidays we try to provide our families with small toys for the younger children and gift cards for the teens and parents. We are trying to help the food insecure families we serve by providing the children with a small holiday gift. We are looking for volunteers to donate new toys for children (ages 0-12) or $10-$20 gift cards for teens (ages 13-18) celebrate the holidays this year along with a handmade holiday card. Please save your receipts. We cannot accept used items. All items must be purchased new for this opportunity. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL.We would love to have individuals and groups supporting this effort. We will award 1 hour of community service for each toy or $10 gift card plus handmade notecard donated which can be used towards: The National Honor Society (https://www.nhs.us/) President's Volunteer Service Award (https://presidentialserviceawards.gov/) Community service for private schools Community service for college Court ordered serviceInstructions: NOTE that all donations must be received by the Saturday December 10. This is so that we have enough time to sort and deliver presents to all of the families. 1. Please email us at thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com indicating the number of toys or gift cards you would like to donate 2. Purchase a small toy (each a $10-$20 value) -or- gift card(s) (each a $10-$20 value). All toys must be new and unused. Please write the value of the gift card on the card. Places such as Fair Day's Play in Takoma Park, Five Below, Target, and Amazon are some of the many stores that have toys. Barbies, baby dolls, balls (footballs, soccer balls, etc), scooters are some of the toys that kids love. Amazon, Target, and Starbucks are a few places that have gift cards that teens would enjoy. Please keep your receipt from all toys/gift cards as proof of purchase. 3. Make a handmade gift card using either a blank card or a sheet of xerox paper folded in half twice. DOS Make a unique handmade card. This is part of your present so put some love and care into it. Write a cheery non-religious greeting inside.DO NOTS Please do not draw or write anything religious on the card. Please do not mass reproduce your card using a xerox machine or using the same design over and over. Please do not sign the card with your name4. Place your gift using a gift bag (toy + handmade card) or an envelope (gift card + handmade card). Please do not wrap the gifts with paper because we need to see them to sort them appropriately. Please leave the bag/envelope unsealed (please do not staple, tape, or seal). 5. Please enter proof of your work via the google sheet below. You will need to submit a photo of your work, plus a log of your work. Please copy and paste the link below into your browser. Make sure that you are not logged into a school account or this form will not work. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefU6lhr176FWyDzQl0AAWgbxTEs8Eqa37vOzAoJwmyUw9D8w/viewform?usp=sf_link Please drop off your donations at 14516 Bauer Drive, Rockville, MD If you are dropping off holiday gift cards for the teens place them in a separate bag...DO NOT ADD THEM TO ONE OF THE TOY BAGS. Please leave your gifts in the marked box on our carport. We are doing a no contact dropoff. Please contact me at thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com ahead of time so I know when you will be dropping off or if you have any questions.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: Is this approved for MCPS SSL hours? NO. Is this approved for community service hours? YES, you will be awarded community service hours which can be used for membership in the National Honor Society, President's Volunteer Service Award, community service at private schools, court appointed service Do I need to sign up? There is no need to sign up. Is there a limit to how many I make? No limit. Are these items still needed? YES, it is still an ongoing need. We are helping over 1000 families in Montgomery County by providing food assistance and are very busy and trying to limit emails about this opportunity. Thanks for understanding!!!
Please email Roxanne (thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com) if you would like to help a child in need. Thanks! Small Things Matter www.smallthingsmatter.org Organization: Small Things Matter Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20853 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Hungry Hank Cat FoodbankGot cat food? The Montgomery County Community Cat Coalition is a non-profit, all volunteer organization which works to find humane and effective solutions to help community cats -- outside cats living in colonies managed by caretakers. One of our projects is to collect and distribute cat food to community cat colony caretakers on a quarterly basis. All the food we distribute is donated or bought with donated funds. We are seeking volunteers to collect cat food from retail stores or to hold cat food drives at their school, church, etc.! We also welcome volunteer help on the day of the cat food distribution to the colony caretakers. If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out our Online Volunteer Form HERE. Organization: Montgomery County Community Cat Coalition Got cat food? The Montgomery County Community Cat Coalition is a non-profit, all volunteer organization which works to find humane and effective solutions to help community cats -- outside cats living in colonies managed by caretakers. One of our projects is to collect and distribute cat food to community cat colony caretakers on a quarterly basis. All the food we distribute is donated or bought with donated funds. We are seeking volunteers to collect cat food from retail stores or to hold cat food drives at their school, church, etc.! We also welcome volunteer help on the day of the cat food distribution to the colony caretakers. If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out our Online Volunteer Form HERE. Organization: Montgomery County Community Cat Coalition Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20855 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Create COVID-19 Care Packages (follows social distancing & CDC recommendations)We need your help! We are collecting items for seniors and vulnerable populations. You can help by creating care packages from the security of your own home and safely dropping items at our locations: Please leave donated goods outside the front door and call, text, or email 202-345-2238 or angela.soriano@uss.salvationarmy.org, indicating the location where you are. We will check for drop-off regularly, too. We are receiving donations 9am - 4pm, Monday - Friday at all locations: DC Maryland Virginia Safety is paramount. Please follow these precautions: Questions? Contact Angela, Volunteer and Donation Drive Manager
Organization: The Salvation Army - National Capital Area Command We need your help! We are collecting items for seniors and vulnerable populations. You can help by creating care packages from the security of your own home and safely dropping items at our locations: Please leave donated goods outside the front door and call, text, or email 202-345-2238 or angela.soriano@uss.salvationarmy.org, indicating the location where you are. We will check for drop-off regularly, too. We are receiving donations 9am - 4pm, Monday - Friday at all locations: DC Maryland Virginia Safety is paramount. Please follow these precautions: Questions? Contact Angela, Volunteer and Donation Drive Manager
Organization: The Salvation Army - National Capital Area Command Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20874 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Organize a Toiletry DriveHelp our Family Center maintain a full supply of toiletries by organizing a toiletry drive. We are seeking an individual or individuals to organize a toiletry drive. You can coordinate it on your own or you can coordinate with others, such as family, classmates, coworkers, friends, etc. The location of the food or toiletry drive can be at school, neighborhood, church, workplace, or other gathering place or event of your choice. We can coordinate delivery or pickup after your collection. Background: Our pantry is a Choice Food Pantry where clients come in to choose and shop (they do not pay) for food and toiletries. Our pantry is open 3 days a week. We serve anyone that resides in Montgomery County. We serve over 320 families per month. The provision of food is a very important service, as there is a great need for food in the community. Additionally, because of the need for food, people who donate often overlook the need for toiletries. We rarely have toiletries available. Our food pantry maintains the dignity and respect of all who utilize it. During this time of COVID, we are not in need of food donations, but rather, the community we serve is in need of toiletries/household items. Please see below for the wish list. Toiletry wish list: Toiletries: toothpaste, toothbrush, bath soap (bar or liquid), shampoo and/or conditioner, deodorant, mouthwashYou may or may not add the following household items to your toiletry drive: Household items: laundry detergent, toilet paper (no bigger than a 4-pack), paper towels, all-purpose cleaning agents, tissuesNot approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: Catholic Charities - Montgomery County Family Center Help our Family Center maintain a full supply of toiletries by organizing a toiletry drive. We are seeking an individual or individuals to organize a toiletry drive. You can coordinate it on your own or you can coordinate with others, such as family, classmates, coworkers, friends, etc. The location of the food or toiletry drive can be at school, neighborhood, church, workplace, or other gathering place or event of your choice. We can coordinate delivery or pickup after your collection. Background: Our pantry is a Choice Food Pantry where clients come in to choose and shop (they do not pay) for food and toiletries. Our pantry is open 3 days a week. We serve anyone that resides in Montgomery County. We serve over 320 families per month. The provision of food is a very important service, as there is a great need for food in the community. Additionally, because of the need for food, people who donate often overlook the need for toiletries. We rarely have toiletries available. Our food pantry maintains the dignity and respect of all who utilize it. During this time of COVID, we are not in need of food donations, but rather, the community we serve is in need of toiletries/household items. Please see below for the wish list. Toiletry wish list: Toiletries: toothpaste, toothbrush, bath soap (bar or liquid), shampoo and/or conditioner, deodorant, mouthwashYou may or may not add the following household items to your toiletry drive: Household items: laundry detergent, toilet paper (no bigger than a 4-pack), paper towels, all-purpose cleaning agents, tissuesNot approved for MCPS SSL hours. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: Catholic Charities - Montgomery County Family Center Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20902 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Donate Bags - Diapers & More for Food Pantry Distribution for COVID-19Before COVID-19, clients brought their own bags but we are now pre-bagging items and putting them in grocery store carts to minimize contact. We have been helping to serve 60+ households on 2 or more days each week. We need NEW bags and additional items to distribute supplies to our clients. DONATE: Face shields (our volunteers are close to the clients when getting their info or loading for those who need help. We had several cases this week where the families that came had Corona Virus or a relative in the house with them picked up for them. Masks are not enough in these cases.) NEW or unused reusable grocery bags: Paper grocery bags (preferably 69# weight but will take any of them), Plastic grocery store bags (used to double bag so the weight of the groceries don't break the bags)Diapers all sizes but especially size 4 anad 5 Adult diapers size XXL Personal hygiene items Grocery store gift cards in increments of $20 or more (we use these for special needs like Ensure, boost, vegan food items) Please contact Pat Drumming at pdrumming@rainbowcdc.org or on 301-625-2561 or 240-628-9154 if you can help. She will share information on where and when drop-offs are being accepted. Thank you for helping us help our neighbors in need! Organization: Rainbow Community Development Center Before COVID-19, clients brought their own bags but we are now pre-bagging items and putting them in grocery store carts to minimize contact. We have been helping to serve 60+ households on 2 or more days each week. We need NEW bags and additional items to distribute supplies to our clients. DONATE: Face shields (our volunteers are close to the clients when getting their info or loading for those who need help. We had several cases this week where the families that came had Corona Virus or a relative in the house with them picked up for them. Masks are not enough in these cases.) NEW or unused reusable grocery bags: Paper grocery bags (preferably 69# weight but will take any of them), Plastic grocery store bags (used to double bag so the weight of the groceries don't break the bags)Diapers all sizes but especially size 4 anad 5 Adult diapers size XXL Personal hygiene items Grocery store gift cards in increments of $20 or more (we use these for special needs like Ensure, boost, vegan food items) Please contact Pat Drumming at pdrumming@rainbowcdc.org or on 301-625-2561 or 240-628-9154 if you can help. She will share information on where and when drop-offs are being accepted. Thank you for helping us help our neighbors in need! Organization: Rainbow Community Development Center Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20904 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Help Homeless Neighbors in Montgomery County! (for individuals, groups, kids, and teens)Thank you for your interest at Bethesda Cares and wanting to serve those in need. With the spread of COVID-19, we want to preserve the safety and health of our clients, volunteers, and staff, and have determined it is best to suspend all-volunteer services as we seek to minimize community spread. Additionally, we are not accepting any walk-in/drop off donations at this time. In the meantime, we appreciate any support you can give Bethesda Cares in one of the multiple ways: 1) Please consider making a financial contribution to Bethesda Cares. Our priorities are shifting every day as the news develops, and our clients’ needs change. Monetary donations allow us to be flexible in obtaining items and supplies that we need to meet this constantly evolving situation. You can donate to Bethesda Cares at this link: https://bethesdacares.networkforgood.com/projects/95412-keep-our-population-healthy 2) We greatly appreciate $5-$10 gift cards to Giant Foods, Safeway, or Target (or a similar grocery store) to assist clients with purchasing needed household/ grocery items. Gift cards of any amount to McDonalds, Subway, Dunkin Donuts, or Starbucks are also accepted for our street outreach team to buy a warm meal or drink for clients sleeping on the streets. These can be mailed to: 7728 Woodmont Ave., Bethesda, MD 20814. Please include your name (we keep a record of each gift card donated and distributed). 3) If you would prefer to donate items (such as canned goods and nonperishable items), let us know, and we will add you to a rapid response list, and reach out to you when specific needs come up. Please email our Developmental Director, Justin Spees to be added to this list: justin@bethesdacares.org. Please be safe, take care of your health, and know we truly appreciate your commitment to serving those less fortunate in our community. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. While we welcome all donations, students may not earn SSL hours for individual donations or for hosting book drives virtually or from home. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: Bethesda Cares, Inc. Thank you for your interest at Bethesda Cares and wanting to serve those in need. With the spread of COVID-19, we want to preserve the safety and health of our clients, volunteers, and staff, and have determined it is best to suspend all-volunteer services as we seek to minimize community spread. Additionally, we are not accepting any walk-in/drop off donations at this time. In the meantime, we appreciate any support you can give Bethesda Cares in one of the multiple ways: 1) Please consider making a financial contribution to Bethesda Cares. Our priorities are shifting every day as the news develops, and our clients’ needs change. Monetary donations allow us to be flexible in obtaining items and supplies that we need to meet this constantly evolving situation. You can donate to Bethesda Cares at this link: https://bethesdacares.networkforgood.com/projects/95412-keep-our-population-healthy 2) We greatly appreciate $5-$10 gift cards to Giant Foods, Safeway, or Target (or a similar grocery store) to assist clients with purchasing needed household/ grocery items. Gift cards of any amount to McDonalds, Subway, Dunkin Donuts, or Starbucks are also accepted for our street outreach team to buy a warm meal or drink for clients sleeping on the streets. These can be mailed to: 7728 Woodmont Ave., Bethesda, MD 20814. Please include your name (we keep a record of each gift card donated and distributed). 3) If you would prefer to donate items (such as canned goods and nonperishable items), let us know, and we will add you to a rapid response list, and reach out to you when specific needs come up. Please email our Developmental Director, Justin Spees to be added to this list: justin@bethesdacares.org. Please be safe, take care of your health, and know we truly appreciate your commitment to serving those less fortunate in our community. Not approved for MCPS SSL hours. While we welcome all donations, students may not earn SSL hours for individual donations or for hosting book drives virtually or from home. See guidelines for agencies on how virtual opportunities may be considered for SSL. Organization: Bethesda Cares, Inc. Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 20814 Allow Groups: Yes |