Opportunities From: Montgomery County Volunteer Center

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.

In order to meet increased demand for our services, MUM needs volunteers to help clients sign up for appointments, access the food pantry and to help with data entry and other tasks.  Volunteers should have good communication skills and are preferably bilingual English/Spanish speakers.  

The UpCounty Hub is serving families in need. We provide fresh produce, shelf stable foods, emergency and hygiene items, and some social services for the families that we serve.

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 at 1:45pm to check in with distribution staff.

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.

The UpCounty Hub is serving families in need. We provide fresh produce, shelf stable foods, emergency and hygiene items and some social services for the families that we serve.

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.

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.

Harvest Intercontinental Church in Olney, Maryland is one of the county’s eight Consolidated Hubs providing food and other vital services to residents in need. Help is needed on Saturdays mornings between 8am – 11am to support the drive-thru pickup service. Register to volunteer at the main page sign up genius link: 

Tasks may include setting up the distribution site, distributing groceries, collecting information (Zip Codes, etc.), signing in/signing out site volunteers. The hub volunteer coordinator will contact each person to provide additional information. Specific instructions will be given when you arrive at the distribution site. Volunteers should wear comfortable attire, be able to stand for 2-3 hours and be able to lift and move minimum of 15 pounds repeatedly.

Harvest Mid-County Hub food Protocol: All volunteers are required to have their masks on before entering the building and have their temperature check upon arrival. Gloves will be provided to wear at all times while serving.

Volunteers may park between the D and E Lots and use the entrance doors that are next to the small traffic circle at the right side of the building.

****The signup will be updated as needs arise, so please check back accordingly. For last minute changes, contact Robert Steward 240-444-4935. ****

Thank you for your help in serving 500+ families across our region!

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.

Harvest Intercontinental Church in Olney, Maryland serves the mid county region providing food and other vital services to residents every week. Play a vital role and make an impact on 550 families in the mid county region by serving on Fridays sorting and packing supplies in preparation for Saturday distribution.  This is a great opportunity for those who can only serve in the evening hours!   

Help is needed on Fridays between 2pm – 6pm to  sort supplies and bag food for Saturday pickup. Tasks may include moving food from pallet to shelves/bags, setting up tables, signing in/signing out site volunteers.  Note this is an IN-PERSON activity held indoors.

Register to volunteer at the main page link 

The hub volunteer coordinator will contact each person to provide additional information. Specific instructions will be given when you arrive at the distribution site. Volunteers should wear comfortable attire, be able to stand for 2-3 hours and be able to lift and move minimum of 10-15 pounds repeatedly.

Harvest Mid-County Hub Food Program Protocol: All volunteers are required to have their masks on before entering the building and will have their temperature check upon arrival. Gloves will be provided to wear at all times while serving.

Volunteers may park between the D and E Lots and use the entrance doors that are next to the small traffic circle at the right side of the building.

****The signup will be updated as needs arise, so please check back accordingly. For last minute changes, contact Robert Stewart 240-444-4935 or the HUB main number at (301) 512-5584. ****

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.

Harvest Intercontinental Church in Olney, Maryland serves the mid county region providing food and other vital services to residents every week. Play a vital role and make an impact on 550 families in the mid county region by serving on Fridays sorting and packing supplies in preparation for Saturday distribution.  This is a great opportunity for those who can only serve in the evening hours!   

Help is needed on Fridays between 2pm – 6pm to sort supplies and bag food for Saturday pickup. Tasks may include moving food from pallet to shelves/bags, setting up tables, signing in/signing out site volunteers.  Note this is an IN-PERSON activity held indoors.

Register to volunteer at the main page sign up genius link: 

The hub volunteer coordinator will contact each person to provide additional information. Specific instructions will be given when you arrive at the distribution site. Volunteers should wear comfortable attire, be able to stand for 2-3 hours and be able to lift and move minimum of 10-15 pounds repeatedly.

Harvest Mid-County Food Hub Protocol: All volunteers are required to have their masks on before entering the building and will have their temperature check upon arrival. Gloves will be provided to wear at all times while serving.

Volunteers may park between the D and E Lots and use the entrance doors that are next to the small traffic circle at the right side of the building.

****The signup will be updated as needs arise, so please check back accordingly. For last minute changes, contact Robert Stewart 240-444-4935 or the HUB main number at (301) 512-5584. ****

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.

Drivers needed for Saturday!

Harvest Intercontinental Church in Olney, Maryland serves the mid county region providing food and other vital services to residents every week. Play a vital role and make an impact on 550 families in the mid county region by serving on Saturday mornings delivering to designated sites and homebound residents.

Help is needed on Saturdays from 11:00 am to 1pm for pickup/deliver boxes of groceries and other essential items to residents in several Mid County communities. 

The hub volunteer coordinator will contact each person to provide additional information. Specific instructions will be given when you arrive at the distribution site. Volunteers may pick up boxes at 16227 Batchellors Forest Rd, Olney, Maryland 20832. Delivery is contact-less.  Drivers must be at least 18 years of age.

Harvest Mid-County Hub Food Rogram Protocol: All volunteers are required to have their masks upon entering the building and will have their temperature check upon arrival. Gloves will be provided to wear at all times while serving.

Volunteers may park between the D and E Lots and use the entrance doors that are next to the small traffic circle at the right side of the building.

Register to volunteer at the following link: 
****This sign up will be updated as needs arise, so please check back accordingly. For last minute changes, contact Robert Steward 240-444-4935. ****

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

Nourish Now is looking for pick-up/delivery drivers. Main responsibilities will include picking up food donations from a variety of companies and organizations in and around Montgomery County, MD. The job will require driving a box truck and/or a cargo style van.  We are open Monday-Friday 9:30 AM-3:30 PM. Please let us know what weekdays and times you are available!

Preferred Qualifications:

Register to Volunteer-https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4AAFAE29A6F9C07-57388489-volunteer#/

Serving the community groceries for over 13 years, Clifton Park Baptist Church has partnered with the county to become one of eight consolidation hubs to distribute food and other essentials as a result of the pandemic. There are six food distributions a month including a Wednesday distribution which serves about 550 households, the first Saturday that serves about 300 households, and a TEFAP distribution which serves 30-50 households. Groceries and diapers are distributed to community members who walk-up and drive up as well as through community partners. Clifton Park Baptist Church partners with 7 other local organizations, nonprofits and other churches who receive food at our location for their clients who are in need.   

Help is needed for our weekly FOOD PACKING:

Volunteer to pack bags of fresh produce on WEDNESDAYS (10:00AM – 2:30PM) for partner distributions within the community. Volunteers should wear comfortable attire, be able to stand for 2-3 hours and be able to lift and move 10-15 pounds repeatedly. Specific instructions provided upon arrival.

Register to Volunteer- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4AAFAE29A6F9C07-57388489-volunteer#/

COVID-19 Protocol: All volunteers are required to have their masks on before entering the building (face shields are a great addition) and have their temperature check upon arrival. Gloves are available on site.

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

Onsite parking is available.  Volunteers can drive up the driveway past the line of drivers waiting for food and then park in the parking lot.

You may contact Randi (outreach.cpbc@gmail.com) for additional information. Thank you for helping us serve a 1000+ households each week!

Register to Volunteer-https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4AAFAE29A6F9C07-57388489-volunteer#/

Serving the community groceries for over 13 years, Clifton Park Baptist Church has partnered with the county to become one of eight consolidation hubs to distribute food and other essentials as a result of the pandemic. There are six food distributions a month including a Wednesday distribution which serves about 550 households, the first Saturday that serves about 300 households, and a TEFAP distribution which serves 30-50 households. Groceries and diapers are distributed to community members who walk-up and drive up as well as through community partners. Clifton Park Baptist Church partners with 7 other local organizations, nonprofits and other churches who receive food at our location for their clients who are in need.   

Help is needed for our weekly distributions:

Thursdays    9:00AM – 12PM Distributing bags of food/supplies to drivers and walkers. Volunteers should wear comfortable attire, be able to stand for 2-3 hours and be able to lift and move minimum of 15 pounds repeatedly. Specific instructions provided upon arrival.

Register to Volunteer at Food Distribution, https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4AAFAE29A6F9C07-57388489-volunteer#/

COVID-19 Protocol: All volunteers are required to have their masks on before entering the building (face shields are a great addition) and have their temperature check upon arrival. Gloves are available on site.

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

Onsite parking is available.  Volunteers can drive up the driveway past the line of drivers waiting for food and then park in the parking lot.

You may contact Randi (outreach.cpbc@gmail.com) for additional information. Thank you for helping us serve a 1000+ households each week!

The Mid-County Consolidation Hub at Hughes United Methodist Church provides a variety of goods and services to more than 800 households each week, including home deliveries to seniors, single parent households, and those without transportation. 

Using your own vehicle, drive bags of food and other essential items and deliver outside a family's door. Bags will be loaded into your car and you will receive a list of addresses (usually 4 to 6 depending on the number of client referrals and drivers signed up for the day). Volunteers drop off at the client's doorstep and send a text saying that their food was delivered. Deliveries are in nearby Wheaton/Glenmont and Silver Spring, and typically take an hour to complete (up to two at most). 

Drivers enter the Hughes United Methodist Church lot from Windham Lane and pull up in front of the metal stairs that lead to the gym.  Must be adults (over 18) and sign a liability waiver, and should be comfortable lifting up to 20-25 pounds.

All volunteers must register in advance on the Hughes UMC Hub SignUp Genius page.  Use the link below to check for available slots and to sign up for one or more dates:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0849A5A72BA75-drivers

Your help with this activity will make a huge positive impact.  Many thanks in advance!

Distribute boxes of food, including fruit, vegetables and canned goods, to low income senior citizens at AHC's Charter House, an affordable housing apartment building located in Silver Spring. Volunteers will bring food inside building to 2nd floor lobby using carts & elevators. Residents will pick up food boxes.

Volunteers should be friendly and reliable, able to work in a small group and independently. Food boxes weigh between 20-40 pounds so volunteers must be able to lift that amount onto tables & carts.

Help needed on:
3rd Thursday of Each Month - 10:30 am - 12:45 pm

Email us at volunteer@ahcinc.org if you can help or would like more information. We are looking for volunteers who can commit to helping once a month but will take one-time volunteers too.

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

Volunteers Needed

EduCare Support Services is in need of volunteers to help with setup, distribution, and cleanup of the food pantry.

Days and Times:

First and Last Fridays every Month - Time: 5:00pm – 8:00pm 

Every 1st Saturdays – 10:00am -2:00pm – Onsite Food Delivery

Every 3rd Saturdays – 7:00am – Noon - Offsite Food Delivery

Also, we are open Monday-Friday. from 8 a.m.-11am – 1:00pm -4:00pm (By Appointment Only)

The Takoma Park Food Pantry is a food pantry located in Takoma Park, MD. We are operated by almost all volunteers.

EduCare is serving more people during the pandemic as well. Right now, we are serving 250 families a month, or about 385 people.

(About) 75% of our food comes from USDA, the rest is purchased from local retailers and donated by individuals.

We are supported by grants from Montgomery County, City of Takoma Park,  private individuals and families, community organizations and corporations.

To learn more about becoming a volunteer, call 240-450-2092.

 You can also visit the website at www.educaremd.org

 You can also send an email to info@educaremd.org

 EduCare (The Takoma Park Food Pantry) is located at 7001 New Hampshire Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912

 PLEASE NOTE:

** Offsite (Home Delivery Volunteers -- not eligible for SSL)

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.

We are excited to announce volunteer and internship opportunities at the Takoma-Langley Park One Stop Center, operated by EduCare Support Services, Inc.

This is an incredible chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and families in our community while gaining valuable experience in a dynamic nonprofit environment.

Founded in 2010, EduCare Support Services, Inc. is dedicated to empowering vulnerable populations, including seniors, veterans, youth, and families, through innovative programs and services. Our initiatives include:
- Permanent Supportive Housing to prevent homelessness.
- Psychiatric Rehabilitation Programs (PRP) for individuals managing mental health challenges.
- Takoma Park Food Pantry, providing fresh and culturally relevant food to underserved communities.
- Educational Training to help immigrant and refugee women and youth achieve driving independence.
- Community Wellness Initiatives focusing on mental health, resilience, and empowerment.

We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to support various programs at the Takoma-Langley Park One Stop Center. Volunteers and interns will work closely with clients, participate in program implementation, and assist with administrative tasks.

- Location: Takoma-Langley Park One Stop Center, 7571 New Hampshire Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20912.

- Volunteer Hours: Flexible shifts between Monday and Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

- Supervision: Provided by Dr. Dunrick Sogie-Thomas, CPRP, CAMS-I, MA, DHA, CEO of EduCare Support Services, Inc.

Dr. Dunrick Sogie-Thomas brings over a decade of experience in nonprofit leadership, clinical mental health, and community development. He holds:
- A Doctorate in Healthcare Administration (DHA) from Virginia University of Lynchburg (an HBCU).
- Two master’s degrees in Counseling Psychology and Clinical Mental Health Studies from Washington Adventist University (WAU).
- A BA in Social Work and Management in Aging Services from the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC).

Dr. Sogie-Thomas is a Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP) and Certified Anger Management Specialist (CAMS-I). He is committed to mentoring volunteers and interns to develop their skills and achieve their career aspirations.

EduCare is proud to have licensed clinical professional counselors and other experienced clinicians on staff who will provide clinical oversight for students. This ensures a rich learning experience for interns pursuing degrees in social work, counseling, psychology, or related fields.

If you are passionate about giving back to the community and would like to join us as a volunteer or intern, please send your resume and a brief letter of interest to info@educaresupport.org or contact us at (240)-450-2092.

We look forward to welcoming you to our team and working together to create lasting change in the lives of those we serve.

Warm regards,

Dr. Dunrick Sogie-Thomas, CPRP, CAMS-I, MA, DHA
President and CEO, EduCare Support Services, Inc. The Takoma-Langley Park One Stop Center
Email: hr@educaremd.org

About 50 volunteers are needed to open food pallets, package food into bags, load bags into car trucks, and tear down/set up. Masks are not required, but gloves are encouraged. Recommended: box cutter to open produce boxes *** The Equity Center (TEC) operates in different locations in Gaithersburg

To participate in the upcoming distributions, email the contact below to request the registration link. Children under 14 should be accompanied by an adult.

                   equitycenterGMV@gmail.com

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 concerns.

Kingdom Fellowship AME Church in Silver Spring, Maryland is one of Montgomery County’s eight Consolidated Services Hubs delivering food assistance and other vital services to a growing number of East County residents impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Since March 2020, Kingdom Fellowship AME Church has provided nearly ½ million pounds of free groceries to 14,000 households. The needs continue to grow and there are several ways you can join the Kingdom Fellowship Church team and be a part of bringing help to those in need.

The primary need at this time is for volunteers to help with packing and food stocking on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3pm-7pm at the Kingdom Fellowship Church 12101 Tech Road in Silver Spring and on Fridays from 3pm – 7pm at the East County Community Recreation Center at 3310 Gateshead Manor Way, Silver Spring, MD.    Wear comfortable attire!

Masks and gloves are provided but feel free to bring your own. Physical distancing and other Covid-19 protocols are followed to provide a safe environment for everyone. 

For  more details and to register for these opportunities, click here: https://app.mobileserve.com/app/#/opportunities/provider/ms/15564

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.

Rainbow Community Development Center is an all-volunteer organization. The goal of the food pantry is to reduce hunger; provide food from all 5 food groups to help maintain a healthier lifestyle. Many low-income families can’t provide fresh produce and dairy products, essential to the well-being of children especially. We serve thousands of families every week, working in partnership with many other food providers to help families in need. 

Adult volunteers are needed Tuesdays and some Saturdays to help with unloading trucks, moving pallets, stocking shelves, and packing bags of food for distribution, and moving food carts from the packing area to the warehouse.

Safety protocols required: Must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination.  Social distancing and masks are also required. 

Background Check: Our volunteers must pass a background check before we can schedule them.

The typical need is for 4 volunteers to work in 3-hour shifts between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM. Volunteers will unload trucks, move pallets, stock shelves, pack bags of food, and move food carts from the food packing area to the warehouse. Some volunteers need to be able to lift 50 pounds, others for stocking shelves and packing bags won't need that. 

2nd and 4th Saturdays: Typical need is for volunteers to work between 9:00 AM and Noon.  Volunteers will move food carts from the food packing area to the warehouse. 

Questions? Call 301-625-2561 or email volunteering@rainbowcdc.org

Kingdom Fellowship Church in Silver Spring Maryland is one of the County’s eight Consolidated Hubs providing food and other vital services to residents in need.  Kingdom Fellowship is in need of volunteer support at two distribution sites on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Tasks may include setting up the distribution site, distributing groceries, collecting information (Zip Codes, etc.), signing in/signing out site volunteers.  Specific instructions will be given when you arrive at the distribution site.

Volunteers should wear comfortable attire, be able to stand for 2-3 hours and be able to lift and move approximately 15 pounds repeatedly.

Physical distancing and Covid-19 protocols are followed.  Masks and gloves are provided but feel free to bring your own.

To register to volunteer, use this link: https://app.mobileserve.com/app/#/opportunities/provider/ms/15564

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.

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:
• Canned soups and other dry and canned foods
• Gift cards to Giant or Safeway
• Socks, hats, gloves and toiletries (especially important for the upcoming winter months)
• Large-font activity books like sudoku
• Diapers and baby wipes
• Sanitizing supplies
• Un-opened food to be cooked for 120 homeless neighbors served nightly by our Grate Patrol Program
• Donate online: https://give.virginiasalvationarmy.org/

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
• 3335 Sherman Avenue, NW
• 2300 MLK Jr. Avenue, SE

Maryland
• 20021 Aircraft Drive, Germantown
• 4825 Edmonston Avenue, Hyattville

Virginia
• 1804 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria
• 518 South Glebe Road, Arlington
• 4915 Ox Road, Fairfax
• 1483 Old Bridge Rd, Ste 102, Woodbridge

Safety is paramount. Please follow these precautions:
• Do not purchase items or prepare and drop-off care packages if anyone in your home is sick.
• While packaging and dropping of goods, wash hands frequently and avoid touching your face.
• During drop-off please leave food at the front and follow social distancing procedures.
• Donated items must be unopened and not expired.

Questions? Contact Angela, Volunteer and Donation Drive Manager
Angela.Soriano@uss.salvationarmy.org or 202-345-2238

Volunteer Food Packers/Distributors Needed on Saturdays

Harvest Intercontinental Church in Downtown Silver Spring needs volunteers to help them with their regular food drives:

Packing food : Every Saturday from 9:00AM - 12:00PM

Food Distribution (drive-thru): Every Saturday from 12:00PM - 2:00PM

It would be great if volunteers could sign up for regular shifts on Saturday for either packing food, distributing food, or both!

Specific instructions will be given when you arrive at the distribution site. Volunteers should wear comfortable attire, be able to stand for 2-3 hours and be able to lift and move minimum of 10-15 pounds repeatedly.

COVID-19 Protocol: All volunteers are required to have their masks on before entering the building and will have their temperature check upon arrival. Gloves will be provided to wear at all times while serving.

To sign up: contact Dr. Gladys Okugbeni, 240-646-4431, gokugbeni@aol.com

Help with Food Preparation and Pick Up Needed!

Shepherds of Zion is seeking volunteers to assist with sorting, moving, and loading into trunks food received from the Capital Area Food Bank and other donors on a weekly basis between 7am and 6pm (three shifts available!) in Takoma Park, MD. Join our team to help with this critical need to help families facing hunger in our community. Come for just one time or join us as a regular volunteer. All safety protocols of social distancing, wearing masks, and cleaning hands is required and followed. Bi-weekly on Saturdays each month.

We also need assistance with transportation to pick up food from other donors, and are seeking volunteers with trucks to help us do so. 

To volunteer or receive additional information, please email pastor@shepherdsofzion.org or complete the Volunteer Registration Form. 

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.

Food Triage Volunteers are our first line of responders to Marylanders calling in on our toll-free line. In this role, you will be calling back Marylanders from across the state seeking assistance with food; whether it be applying for SNAP benefits or finding local food resources. Volunteers in this capacity are expected to perform a need assessment and then schedule callers with the appropriate partner agency to connect them with the resources they may be eligible for. To do so successfully, you must complete two one hour trainings covering prescreening, protocols, and FAQs before making calls and an optional refresher training as needed.

Volunteers are also expected to attend a bi-weekly meeting by phone to stay up-to-date on recent changes being made to SNAP and how to effectively inform callers on these changes. Volunteers will also be given written weekly updates and have open lines of communication with MD Hunger Solutions staff should any questions arise.

Experience working with low-income communities preferred, and multi-lingual volunteers are needed. All of this work will be performed remotely.

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:

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! 

Our wholesale food partners delivers produce to us on a regular basis, and we share it with 2 other community organizations in Silver Spring/Burtonsville. We need volunteers with vans or trucks that can transport 600 - 2,000 pounds of produce from our main location to the other food pantries. A truck or panel van with load capacity of 1,000 pounds is ideal for smaller loads. For larger loads, a 10 foot box truck with a lifegate that can handle 2-4 pallets of produce and other food is best. 

Drivers are needed around 11:30am every week on Tuesdays, and the 2nd Friday of every month. We also need drivers to be on call for "short-notice" deliveries from wholesale partners that can happen at any time. 

We will provide cloth masks and gloves for volunteer drivers (if needed). 

Community Food Rescue is accepting donations of unused food from local restaurants. Food is then donated to shelters and others in need.

Visit https://www.communityfoodrescue.org/donate-food/ and create a profile.  

Questions? Contact cheryl@communityfoodrescue.org

VOLUNTEER

 The food bank is in urgent need of volunteers to pack and sort food at our warehouse, and to assist in off site distributions. The health and well-being of our volunteers is our highest priority, and we are taking all precautions to ensure safety for those who volunteer.
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER.


GIVE FUNDS

The COVID-19 emergency makes getting access to nutritious food even harder for people experiencing food insecurity in our area. Your support is needed now more than ever to provide food to kids, families, and individuals who need help. 
DONATE TO HELP YOUR NEIGHBORS TODAY


DONATE FOOD

The food bank is accepting non-perishable, shelf stable foods only at this time. Food donations can be dropped off Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM at the CAFB warehouse in Washington, DC. A no-touch donation box will be provided in the Agency Box parking lot for those who are more comfortable with that option. For restaurants and hotels with produce and dairy to donate, please sign up at MealConnect.org.