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 crafting kits to share with the those in need in our community.
Crafting is a great way to relieve stress and can also be very empowering. By providing kids in need with crafting kits we can encourage them to develop new skills which may even lead to entrepreneurial activities down the road.
Middle school and high school students are eligible to earn SSL hours by putting together a crafting kit with a cheery note.
2 crafting kits = 1 SSL hour of service.
All crafting supplies can be purchased from Michaels or Amazon. Ziplock bags can be purchased at the Dollar Tree.
Please choose from 1 of the following crafting kits to assemble:
watercolor kit: 1 complete watercolor set with brush, 6 sheets of 9"x12" watercolor paper, 1 pencil, simple instructions on how to start painting with watercolors(research and write it up and send to thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com for approval prior to making your kit), and a note of kindness. Package each kit in a ziploc gallon bag, 11 inch x 10.50 inch.
drawing kit: 1 set of drawing pencils, 6 sheets of 9"x12"drawing paper, simple instructions (research and write it up and send to thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com for approval prior to making your kit), and a note of kindness. Package each kit in a ziploc gallon bag, 11 inch x 10.50 inch.
tied friendship bracelet kit: 6 skeins of DMC brand embroidery floss, simple instructions (research and write it up and send to thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com for approval prior to making your kit), and a note of kindness. Package each kit in a ziploc sandwich bag 6.5 inch x 5.88 inch.
origami kit: 10 sheets of 6"x6" origami paper, simple instructions to make 2 items (research, draw diagrams, write it up and send to thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com for approval prior to making your kit), and a note of kindness. Package each kit in a ziploc quart bag 7 inch x 7.44 inch. We have enough of these. Thanks!
Instructions:
-Please document all of your work by taking an action shot photo of them being assembled and a group shot of the finished package once you've finished
-Choose the kit you want to make and submit the instructions to thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com for approval prior to purchasing your supplies
-Once you receive approval, purchase the art supplies and ziplock bags and make copies of your instructions
-Make a nice handmade note
-Place all the items into the ziplock bag
-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 2022 google form:
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 your kits and your log. Please submit your work via the form only once. I will be sending out emails with your SSL form each Sunday night (submit your work by Saturday). Please be patient.
DROPOFF
Craft kits can be dropped off at 14516 Bauer Drive, Rockville, MD 20853. Please pack them nicely so that the papers do not get bent.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
- Do I need to sign up? There is no need to sign up, but you must get your instructions approved before making the kits.
- Is there a limit to how many I make? No limit.
- Is this approved for MCPS SSL hours? YES.
- Are these items still needed? YES, it is still an ongoing need.
- 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 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 read the guidelines here:
https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/ssl/virtual.aspx
Please email Roxanne (thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com) if you have any questions.
Thanks!
Small Things Matter
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 until the end of the 2021-2022 school year.
