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 service
1 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/brush
PLUS 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
