Description: We’re seeking compassionate volunteers to support families in need through our Montgomery County distribution center, which receives thousands of pounds of donated food, clothing, diapers, toys, and essential household items daily. Volunteers play a vital role in ensuring these items reach the people who need them most.
Tasks may include distributing food to families, preparing grocery bags for home deliveries, organizing donated goods, assisting with inventory, loading and unloading delivery vehicles, and maintaining a clean and welcoming space for all.
This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference, earn SSL hours, and engage the whole family—children over 10 are welcome to participate with a parent or guardian (required for anyone under 16).
Please make sure to wear close-toed shoes when volunteering!
NEW: Traffic Volunteer (Monday–Friday, 8 AM–4 PM) – We need 1 volunteer daily participating in the Maryland Community Service Program to assist with managing traffic outside. This role is outdoors, so please dress accordingly( 18+ only)
Special Note:
- Double Hours are available for individuals participating in the Maryland Community Service Program when volunteering for the Traffic Volunteer position. (THE DOUBLE IS NOT FOR SSL )
Physical ability: While some of these tasks are physically strenuous, we have plenty of opportunities for folks who have physical limitations or other restrictions, and our warehouse is wheelchair accessible.
How to prepare: Volunteers should arrive wearing closed-toed shoes and clothing they can move around in and get dirty( NO CROCS ALLOWED). If you have any questions, please send an email to mjoe@sowhatelse.org. Thank you! Bring water, especially for outdoor roles like the traffic volunteer.
AGE RESTRICTION: This is a great opportunity for children aged 10 and above to participate. A parent or guardian must accompany children aged 10-15, and if they arrive without one, their parent or guardian will be contacted. Volunteers aged 16 and above can participate independently without the presence of a parent or guardian.
We encourage you to sign up for any shift, even if you can't stay for the entire time. Simply inform the site lead upon arrival so our team can accommodate your schedule.
*To get to our warehouse for your report time, type "4924 Wyaconda Rd, North Bethesda, MD" into your GPS. This will take you directly to the entrance of the parking lot. After you pull into the lot, please look for the yellow parking spots immediately to your right. You can park in any of the yellow parking spots in the lot. Parking is not permitted in front of Dogtopia and against the fence. To find our warehouse entrance, look for signs for "Dogtopia" and then keep walking; our warehouse is to the left of Dogtopia, directly around the corner. When you arrive please walk up the black ramp to the resource center, look for a staff person, and let them know you're there to volunteer.
Contact Person: Megan Joe | mjoe@sowhatelse.org | (240) 705 4345
Please feel free to contact Megan with any questions about our volunteer opportunities.
If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please notify us by emailing mjoe@sowhatelse.org or canceling your reservation. As a volunteer-driven organization, we rely heavily on your support to help distribute over a million meals to families year-round. Thank you for making a difference
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.
