Opportunities From: Montgomery County Volunteer Center

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue is looking for volunteers who LOVE CATS to go to various Petsmart locations and care for our cats that live there while waiting to be adopted!  Our cats are currently housed in 3 locations:  Largo Petsmart (10464 Campus Way S, Largo, MD 20774), Oxon Hill Petsmart (6005 Oxon Hill Road Oxon Hill, MD 20745) and Rockville Petsmart (5154 Nicholson Ln, Kensington, MD 20895)

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

CCACC Academy is one of the divisions of the Chinese Culture and Community Service Center, a non-profit educational institution, since 2021.

We are recruiting youth volunteers to assist in our afterschool program as Teacher Assistants. Volunteers will be responsible for check in/check out, helping with moving students to and from different activities, and assisting with program logistics. 

Time: Every Monday to Friday 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Location: 9400 Key West Ave, Rockville MD 20850

Email: ccacc.academy@ccacc-dc.org / simbisai.kahari@ccacc-dc.org

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.

CCACC Academy is looking for volunteers to assist with our Afterschool program for the Spring 2026 semester. Student volunteers can earn SSL hours through this program and gain valuable experience supporting their local community.

Volunteers will be responsible for check-in/check-out, helping move students to and from different activities, and assisting with program logistics. The afterschool program runs from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm on weekdays, and volunteers will have the opportunity to confirm their availability.

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.

CCACC Academy is looking for volunteers to assist with our day camps for the Spring 2026 semester. Student volunteers can earn SSL hours through this program and gain valuable experience supporting their local community.

Volunteers will be responsible for check-in/check-out, helping with student transportation to and from different activities, and assisting with program logistics. The camp will run from 9 am to 6 pm, and volunteers can select a shift time that works best for them.

Our day camps will be held on these dates:

For this opportunity, please send an email to hr@ccaccacademy.org once you have done so.

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.

Bake any type of casserole or banana bread, package and freeze in individual servings, for those served by So What Else in Rockville.

When you sign up below, you are committing to deliver your frozen meals anytime Monday-Friday between 7:00a m-4:00 pm or Saturdays between 5:00am- 3:00pm, to So What Else located at 4924 Wyaconda Road, Rockville, MD.

THE PLAN:

Students who sign up in advance, participate in this project, and submit a completed KindWorks SSL Request Form can earn SSL hours at the following rate:

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.

Volunteer with older adults and other high school students to discuss favorite graphic novels this fall at the Intergenerational Graphic Novel Book Club at the Gaithersburg Public Library with Link Generations, Asbury Methodist Village, and Gaithersburg Beloved Community Initiative. Meetings are from 6:30-7:30pm: Added dates for Winter! January 20 (book: White Bird by R.J. Palacio). February 17 (book TBA). March 17 (book: TBA). Books available for checking out online or at the Library. Earn SSL hours for your time. Please complete this form to register.

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.

MusicAid (https://www.musicaid.us/home) is a student-led organization. As proud SSL partners with Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) in Maryland.

We are a National 501(c)(3) non-profit and tax-exempt organization. MusicAid is one of the certifying organizations participating in the President’s Volunteer Service Award program.

Founded in July 2023, MusicAid has organized and contributed to 100+concerts by the end of 2025, involving 1.3k+ cumulative attendees and more than 500 unique student musicians. These include performances at 5 senior homes, NIH Atrium, Children's National Hospital in D.C. We also provided More than 20 free piano accompaniments to musicians who couldn't afford the fee. We're looking forward to hosting more concerts in the future.

MusicAid is proud to be recognized by the Montgomery County Board of Education. The certificate states: “In recognition of your outstanding dedication to expanding musical opportunities for students and enriching our communities through education, service, and performances.” Signed by Julie Yang, President of the Board of Education on December 6, 2025, highlighting MusicAid’s impact in the community.

We are actively recruiting talented musicians from K-12 to join our mission. MusicAid hosts biweekly or monthly concerts at various assisted living facilities near Potomac and Arlington, Join MusicAid today and earn up to 4 SSL hours for contributing to our concert performances! SSL hours vary based on your performance duration and the length of the concert.

We appreciate all types of performances, including but not limited to instrument playing, singing, dancing, talk shows, comedy acts, poetry readings, and more. Whether you're a solo act, duo, trio, or group, you're invited to perform.

We offer the following equipment at the facility: a piano, a music stand, and a Bluetooth speaker. A Microphone will also be provided for singing performance.

All volunteers must register online by clicking the following link:

https://www.musicaid.us/join-today/concert-registration

Our concerts take place at the following assisted living facilities:

1. Raphael House Assisted Living

   Address: 1515 Dunster Rd, Rockville, MD 20854

2. Bartholomew House

  Address: 6904 River Rd, Bethesda, MD 20817

3. Victory Court

  Address: 209 Monroe street, Rockville, MD 20850

4. Arleigh Burke Pavilion

   Address: 1739 Kirby Rd, McLean, VA 22101 

5. Vitality Living Arlington

   Address: 3821 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22203

Our concerts are typically held on the 1st Sunday from 2pm-3pm, the 2nd Saturday from 2:00pm- 3:00pm, the 3rd Saturday from 11:00am-12:00pm, and the 4th Saturday from 10:30am-11:30am at various locations.

Please note that these dates and times may change due to holidays or other circumstances.

If you wish to sign up for multiple concerts, please fill out the form separately. 

The form is https://www.musicaid.us/join-today/concert-registration

For any questions or inquiries, please feel free to reach out to us at musicaid.us@gmail.com. We look forward to making beautiful music and cherished memories with you at MusicAid!

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.

Bethesda Metro Area Village is seeking volunteers to become occasional service providers for our members - senior citizens in the downtown Bethesda and surrounding areas. You volunteer on your schedule!

Volunteers can choose to help as a driver (driving seniors to or from doctor's appointments, etc), a notetaker during medical appointments, absent owner services (such as watering plants or picking up packages) or to do light home repair tasks (such as lifting boxes, changing tall lightbulbs, etc), or provide limited technical assistance for computers and other devices. 

Our most-requested service is rides to doctor appointments during weekdays.These rides are crucial for our members and provide a way to get to know the member during conversation on the ride.

Volunteer service providers can be any age (over 18), and do not have to be seniors themselves. Although many volunteers are also members.

You choose which service requests you would like to accept - there is no requirement to take any minimum number of requests and you do what is convenient for you. Most requests are on weekdays but there is great flexibility in dates.

Volunteers fill out an application and go through a background check and a short training. Requests and communication is through email.

Volunteering is a wonderful way to contribute to your community. If you would like to help seniors to age in place in their homes and increase connection with their community, we would love to have you. 

For more information, check out www.bmavillage.org/volunteer and then contact us at director@bmavillage.org or 240-630-2628.

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Bethesda Metro Area Village is seeking volunteers to become occasional service providers for our members - senior citizens in the downtown Bethesda and surrounding areas.  We have various types of volunteer opportunities available but are specifically looking for volunteers who can help answer questions about technology.

Volunteer service providers must be over 18. Some services take place in the home, like connecting a new computer or troubleshooting a cable connection. Other questions might be able to be answered over the phone.  We are looking for volunteers with an interest in basic troubleshooting for home computers, printers, networking, and smartphones.  Complicated or time consuming questions are referred to paid providers.

Candidates must be personable and patient and feel that they have a good rapport with seniors.

Volunteers fill out an application and go through a background check and a short training.  You choose which service requests you would like to accept - there is no requirement to take any minimum number of requests and you do what is convenient for you. Most requests are for weekdays but there is great flexibility in dates.

Volunteering is a wonderful way to contribute to your community. If you would like to help seniors to age in place in their homes and increase connection with their community, we would love to have you. 

For more information, check out www.bmavillage.org/volunteer and then contact us at director@bmavillage.org or 240-630-2628. 

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Small Things Matter's Kokua Foods Program helps address food insecurity in our community.  

We are looking for vaccinated individuals to help us pack and distribute food to the families that we serve in Takoma Park and Silver Spring.  The pandemic brought about by COVID-19 have made these families even more vulnerable than before and they need some additional food support.  These staples and fresh produce help them with their food insecurity.  

Teens and Adults needed to help pack produce EVERY Friday from 7:30am-9:30am at the TPSS Coop, 201 Ethan Allen Ave, Takoma Park MD 20912.  SSL hours and Community service hours awarded.

Teens and Adults needed to help pack produce on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month from 9am-11:30am at the TP Seventh Day Adventist Church Center (6810 Eastern Ave NW, Washington, DC 20012).  SSL hours and Community service hours awarded.

If you are interested in helping please send an email to thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: 

Please read the guidelines here:

https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/ssl/virtual.aspx

Please email Roxanne (thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com) if you have questions.

Thanks!

Small Things Matter

www.smallthingsmatter.org

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.

Small Things Matter helps food insecurity families in our community.  

Join our 2024 Backpacks and school supplies drive!

We are looking for volunteers to help us purchase backpacks and school supplies to help children in elementary school prepare for the upcoming school year.  We will also help support these students by including an inspirational message to get their school year off to a good start.  We would love to have everyone's support for this effort.

Each backpack + school supplies + inspirational note for the student) = 2 community service hours

We will award 2 hours of community service for each backpack which can be used towards:

Instructions:

Choose to pack either for a grade K-3rd or 4th & 5th

for grades K-3:

1) 1 brand new 17"-20" backpack
2) 1 box of crayons
3) 1 box of pencils (12 or more)
4) 2 composition notebook
5) 2 gluesticks
6) 1 scissors
7) 1 headphones (not earbuds) (Five Below)
8) 1 inspirational note preferably on an index card (use nonlined side) for the student*

*place the note in the front pouch of the backpack

for grades 4th & 5th:
1) 1 brand new 17"-20" backpack 
2) 1 box of colored pencils
3) 1 box of pencils (12 or more)
4) 2 composition notebooks
5) 2 gluesticks
6) 1 pack of wide-ruled folder paper
7) 1 3-ring binder (2" wide please)
8) 1 inspirational note preferably on an index card (use nonlined side) for the student*

Please submit both a photo of all of the backpacks and your log of the amounts of the items via the google form below. To make the log write your name, the number of kits, and sign it.

Drop off your donations at

Please place all of your items in a garbage bag labelled with the number of backpack kits and the grades.  Please put all of the same types of backpacks together so that all grade K-3 are together and grades 4-5 are together.  There will be hundreds of backpacks donated and sorting them for us will help us greatly. Contact me at thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com if you have any questions.

Once you submit your donations and your google form please email me and I will send you a letter of your donation.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: 

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 a child in need.

Thanks!

Small Things Matter

www.smallthingsmatter.org

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.

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:

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:

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: 

Please email Roxanne (thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com) if you would like to help brighten a senior's day.

Thanks!

Small Things Matter

www.smallthingsmatter.org

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.

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:

1 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):

PLUS 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: 

Please email Roxanne (thesmallthingsmatter@yahoo.com) with any questions.

Thanks!

Small Things Matter

www.smallthingsmatter.org

As part of our NEST Kares kindness program, we’re inviting volunteers to create heartfelt notes of kindness for community heroes, senior citizens, and our unhoused neighbors. This is the perfect opportunity for you to use your creativity for good! Any questions, contact us at info@nest4us.org

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E084AA4A729AB9-world#/

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 schools resume normal status.

The Gaithersburg Library is looking for volunteers for our 2025-2026 Teen Advisory Board (TAB)!

TAB plays an essential role in shaping library programs and spaces. Through discussion helping to make sure that the library is providing what our community needs. The Gaithersburg Library TAB meets monthly throughout the school year on the last Thursday of each month from 5 PM to 6 PM, unless otherwise noted.

As a member of the Teen Advisory Board you will:

Shape teen programming

Gain leadership experience

Earn SSL hours

Learn marketable skills that can be shared with future colleges and employers

TAB members are expected to:

Be at least 13 years old

Attend at least one meeting every two months

Participate in discussions and provided tasks

Attend at least one library program every month

To apply to be a member of the Gaithersburg Library TAB please fill out this 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 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.

Want to help lead Mill Creek Village by serving on its Board or help on Committees and key functions? Mill Creek Village is a volunteer led and driven charitable community service organization. It could not pursue its mission of helping neighbors to “age in place” and promoting ‘community social connection’ in Mill Creek Towne without the active support of volunteers from the neighborhood.

Eligibility

Contact for eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

You might, for example:

Mill Creek Village is a volunteer led and driven charitable community service organization. It could not pursue its mission of helping neighbors to “age in place” and promoting ‘community social connection’ in Mill Creek Towne without the active support of volunteers from the neighborhood.

Eligibility

Contact for eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

You may volunteer to do one or more of the following:

MCV's Board is a working as opposed to a governance Board. Board members must be Mill Creek Towne residents. Mill Creek Village’s service area includes the neighborhood of Mill Creek Towne on both sides of Shady Grove Road, with nearly 800 residences. The Village includes the townhouses on Mill Run Drive and the houses on Mill Crest Drive and Mill Crest Court (see our service area on the Montgomery County Villages Map).  Board members are expected to volunteer a minimum of 2-10 hours per month, including 2 hours at our Bi-Monthly Board meetings, although the number of hours is variable according to committee and other activities.  Board Directors serve two-year terms. Board members plan and participate in social activities, committees, and governance; recruit new MCV members & volunteers; and participate in the growth and success of this important community non-profit organization.  We'd love to chat with you if you are interested in learning more.

What is a Teen Advisory Board (TAB)? TAB is a group of library teen volunteers that helps the library and the community by implementing, promoting and advocating for youth services in Montgomery County. The Teen Advisory Board will provide feedback on programs, assist librarians with planning and running events and will be library advocates. TAB volunteers have monthly meetings on the second Tuesday of the month, and other volunteer opportunities throughout the month. Feel free to drop in to check it out!

How to join: Print the volunteer form from our website or ask for one at the information desk. All applicants must be between the ages of 13 and 18 (or in 8th grade through senior in high school) at time of application. Please bring your caregiver signed application to your first meeting.

Volunteer Form: https://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/library/resources/files/about/volunteer-application.pdf

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.

JCA Interages - Providing meaningful intergenerational programs for more than 35 years. 

Background check and application required. 

If interested, please contact Indira Dingledine at idingledine@accessjca.org or 301 255 4239. 

We are looking for volunteers to create greeting cards (or write notes in store-bought cars) for people who need support or an uplifting message. Anyone can do it from home! We work regularly with hospitals, assisted living facilities, military organizations and others. This is a great opportunity for school, church or work groups.

Go to abrightspot.org for all the details.

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

Interested in volunteering from home? Become an Appointment Scheduler and help clients book their tax preparation appointments from the comfort of your own home.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide helps to provide free federal and state tax preparation services to local residents. This is an incredible opportunity to interact with and help many people, learn new skills, or use your existing ones to make a real difference in your community.

Responsibilities

Time Commitment & Training

Requirements

See more details on our website.

Do you have a friendly, customer-service attitude? As a Client Facilitator, you'll be the first point of contact for clients at one of our 19 tax sites.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide helps to provide free federal and state tax preparation services to local residents. This is an incredible opportunity to interact with and help many people, learn new skills, or use your existing ones to make a real difference in your community.

Responsibilities

Time Commitment & Training

Requirements

See more details on our website.

If you have a talent for tech, we need you! As a Technology Support volunteer, you'll work with our Technology Coordinator to set up, troubleshoot, and maintain hardware at our tax sites.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide helps to provide free federal and state tax preparation services to local residents. This is an incredible opportunity to interact with and help many people, learn new skills, or use your existing ones to make a real difference in your community.

Responsibilities

Time Commitment & Training

Requirements

See more details on our website.

You can volunteer every Saturday from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM to assist students as they learn the Korean language, culture, and history.

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.

Volunteer at the Race Expo and be part of the buzz before race day! Held indoors at the National Building Museum, this is a fun, upbeat way to support the event without being out in the elements. You’ll help runners get race-ready by handing out bibs and race shirts, answering quick questions, and guiding people to the right place as excitement builds. It’s perfect for first-time volunteers, friendly faces, and anyone who loves helping others—plus you’ll see the behind-the-scenes magic that makes race weekend happen.  Sign up at: https://cherryblossom.org/volunteer/sign-up/

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. 

Habitat for Humanity ReStores are a nonprofit retail outlet that sells donated building supplies, household goods and furniture at deep discounts. Volunteers work with staff and other volunteers on donation intake, merchandising, customer service, and general upkeep of the store. The ReStore depends on enthusiastic volunteers for everything from bringing in donated items to helping us sort donations in our backroom. We welcome volunteers with many skills, capabilities and experience levels to volunteer with us one day at a time, or by making a longer-term commitment.

ReStore® is an integral part of Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland. We are also flexible with shift times for regular consistent volunteers ReStore® is SSL and ACS approved. We start our volunteer at 14 years of age and a paper waiver with parent/guardian signature is required for those under 18.

 Sign Up Here 

up to volunteer! 

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. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Habitat for Humanity ReStores are a nonprofit retail outlet that sells donated building supplies, household goods and furniture at deep discounts. Volunteers work with staff and other volunteers on donation intake, merchandising, customer service, and general upkeep of the store. The ReStore depends on enthusiastic volunteers for everything from bringing in donated items to helping us sort donations in our backroom. We welcome volunteers with many skills, capabilities and experience levels to volunteer with us one day at a time, or by making a longer-term commitment.

ReStore® is an integral part of Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland. We are also flexible with shift times for regular consistent volunteers

ReStore® is SSL and ACS approved. We start our volunteer at 14 years of age and a paper waiver with parent/guardian signature is required for those under 18.

 Sign Up Here 

to volunteer! 

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. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Host community STEM outreach events, including robotics demonstrations and expand access to engineering education and spark interest in technology. These events also introduce participants to modern concepts such as artificial general intelligence (AGI) and large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT and Gemini, helping students and families understand how these tools shape today’s world. In addition, we recruit experienced robotics students to teach mechanical design, hardware-focused programming, engineering documentation, and other skills essential for robotics competitions. This ongoing, practical program strengthens students’ abilities in engineering, coding, teamwork, and technical communication. Volunteers may bring their own curriculum or receive training to teach the club’s materials, ensuring consistent and high-quality learning opportunities for all participants.

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.

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

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.

Are you organized, friendly, and ready to make a meaningful impact?

Join the Montgomery County Volunteer Center (MCVC) ambassador team!

We are seeking a dedicated individual to assist with essential administrative tasks that keep our operations running smoothly. This is a great opportunity to serve the community while using your professional skills.

What You’ll Do:

·       Telephone Communications: Answer calls and manage voicemails, providing helpful assistance and information to our volunteers and community members.

·       Manage Inboxes: Monitor our general email inboxes, replying or forwarding messages as needed.

·       Welcome & Assist: Greet and support walk-in clients, providing them with the information and direction they need.

·       Enter & Organize Data: Enter data and update records to help keep our systems organized and efficient.

·       Provide General Office Support: Assist with various administrative and organizational tasks as they arise to help with smooth operations at our center.

What We’re Looking For:

·       Strong organizational and communication skills.

·       Comfortable with phone and email communication.

·       Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.

·       A positive attitude and willingness to learn and help wherever needed.

Commitment:

·       This is an in-person volunteer opportunity at the Volunteer Center

·        in Germantown, MD

·       Time commitment of 3 hours for 1 – 3 days per week

·       Available shifts include:

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Training will be provided!

Ready to join us in creating a welcoming environment for all volunteers and organizations?

How to Get Involved:

Connect-A-Ride Travel Training workshops help seniors 50+ feel confident and comfortable taking public transportation.  The program is looking for a volunteer who is a public transportation veteran! The volunteer will be a vital contributor to this fun and informative three-hour, once-a-month program.

Tasks include registering participants, fielding questions about the Metro and Ride-On systems, assisting with fare card machines at the station, and ensuring all participants are present and accounted for during the workshop.

Training provided. Experience with public transportation is not required but would be helpful. 

Wondering how to help newcomers resettling in our area? KindWorks offers the following opportunities:

Get involved with our Home Setups, KindWelcomeMeals, or other KindExtras (link for more info)

lend your HR experience or expertise by helping with crafting better resumes, honing interviewing skills or be part of our growing network of people who can share expertise and/or their contacts (email Mhrangiz.Azami@DoKindWorks.org to help)

Help teach conversational English classes, both in person and online (email Mhrangiz.Azami@DoKindWorks.org to help)

PLEASE RESPOND DIRECTLY THROUGH THE LINKS ABOVE AND NOT VIA THE BLUE RESPOND BUTTON!

For more information about KindWorks and its current opportunities, go here. 

Virtual Event Volunteer As a virtual event volunteer, you will collaborate with our team

to plan and support a virtual event designed to meet a community need. Examples of events may include an art night, game night, or other creative programming that fosters connection and engagement.

Please note the following guidelines for student service through live virtual platforms:

A student’s parent/guardian must provide the nonprofit with written approval of the student’s participation in the virtual platform prior to the student serving/volunteering.

Students must use personal/private accounts (not MCPS student accounts) to engage in the virtual platform.

Students will only engage with others under the direct supervision of a nonprofit supervisor. The nonprofit supervisor will be directly present in the virtual space (including any breakout sessions) at all times.

The nonprofit supervisor will initiate and host all virtual sessions. If the nonprofit supervisor is not available to initiate and host the virtual session, the session will not occur.

Virtual sessions will not be recorded.

Students should not share or upload any videos, pictures, or images of themselves, unless the nonprofit organization has obtained a signed form/waiver from the student’s parent/guardian authorizing permission/release.

Students’ email addresses/home addresses or any personally identifying information will remain protected and not shared.

About Us:

The PATESI Foundation is dedicated to advancing period equity and empowering the community through education, access, and advocacy. We believe that no one should have their potential limited by a lack of menstrual resources or understanding—and we work every day to change that.

Role Overview:

The PATESI Foundation is seeking male volunteers to serve as educators and allies.  No previous experience needed. We are inviting men who believe in dignity, equity, and community support to join our Male Ally-ship Program as volunteer educators. This is an initiative designed to equip boys and men with the knowledge and confidence to support menstrual health, reduce stigma, and stand alongside peers experiencing period poverty. Menstrual health isn’t “a women’s issue”, it’s a human issue, and we need passionate male voices to help normalize the conversation, challenge stigma, and help educate the community.

Key Responsibilities:

As a volunteer educator, you will:

Our first event will be held on December 11th at Montgomery College, Takoma Park from 3:00-4:00 PM. More sessions coming in the new year. We are looking to start training our volunteers as soon as possible. This is more than just volunteering, it’s stepping up as a role model and helping build a world where no one is shamed, silenced, or left behind because of something as natural as a period. If you believe in equity, dignity, and community impact, we would love to hear from you!

We’re looking for students volunteers to help design engaging graphics about art topics and our organization. These visuals will be used across social media platforms to inspire, inform, and connect with our community. You will not be directly posting the graphics. 

What You’ll Do

Create eye-catching graphics that highlight art themes, events, and organizational updates

Adapt designs for different platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, X/Twitter)

Ensure all content is professional, accessible, and free of personal information

Collaborate with our team to brainstorm creative campaigns

Important Note

Any content featuring a recognizable face or voice requires a signed media release form before use

Volunteers must respect privacy guidelines — no personal information may be included in graphics

Volunteers will earn 1 SSL hour for each  graphic they create. Graphics will be eligible for SSL credit only after a review by a member 18+ after to ensure it meets guidelines. Guidelines include Information is presented in a neat and accurate way, and that content is appropriate (not NSFW). All posts must be submitted in the content feedback channel for review.

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.

Reach’s Senior Reach Program is currently seeking English and bilingual “Friendly Caller” volunteers, including Mandarin/English speakers, to make weekly phone calls to one or more senior clients. Provide a caring voice, check on their well-being, and to confirm they received and are pleased with their scheduled home care services. Skills required include patience in speaking with senior citizens and the ability to complete and email reports to the director. Volunteers and senior clients choose the standard weekly day and time that phone calls will occur. 

We are also seeking "Friendly Visitor" volunteers who will visit senior clients monthly or bimonthly for conversation, activities, or other social interaction. A criminal background check is required.   

Reach’s Mansfield Kaseman Health Clinic (the “Clinic”) is seeking MD-licensed healthcare professionals to provide the following services on a pro bono basis: 

This is a perfect opportunity for healthcare professionals who are retired or otherwise stopped working in their professional capacities but still want to use their skills to help others. We prefer Clinic volunteers to commit to a regular schedule for at least 6 months, and for at least one 3–4-hour shift per week if possible. The ability to speak Spanish is desirable but not required for physicians; however, for other healthcare personnel, the ability to speak Spanish is now required.  

This opportunity is especially good for groups, and can also be served by one or two volunteers. Assist our elderly client keep their yards and gardens in good shape through the growing season and/or when the leaves fall. Choose to volunteer on one day, raking leaves or trimming plants, or make it ongoing from Spring through Autumn or beyond by cutting grass as needed, weeding and trimming, clearing snow or fallen branches after storms.

Reach’s LOP is seeking volunteers to help school-aged children with their homework and other educational activities (under direct supervision of childcare staff). Must be 14+ years old.  There are two class sessions per year and tutors are asked to work through the whole session: Spring (March through mid-June) or Fall (September through mid-December). In person,  one or two nights each week. 

NOTE: This opportunity is approved for Student Service Learning (SSL) hours. 

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.

LOP volunteers serve as teacher's assistants to help English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers with large classes. We offer in-person and virtual classes. Assist individual students and student groups by leading activities, reviewing assignments, and more. Training is provided. Must be 18+ years old. Requires a background check. This is a virtual opportunity that may become an in-person opportunity during the fall semester.

We ask volunteers to serve most or all of a full session. Long sessions are Spring (March - June) and Fall (September - December). Shorter sessions with less need in Winter (January - February) and Summer (July - August). Classes are mostly two evenings each week for two hours per class period. Volunteer the same class period each week or for both class periods. 

KIDS CLUB (ELEMENTARY PROGRAM)
When: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 3:30-5:30PM

Responsibilities: Support academic, social-emotional, and character growth in elementary students by providing reading buddies, homework help, engaging in games, team building activities, art projects, and off-site trips.

TEENS CLUB (MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAM)
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4-5:30PM

Responsibilities: Support academic, social-emotional, and character growth in elementary students by providing reading buddies, homework help, engaging in games, team building activities, art projects, and off-site trips.

CASA 2 CAREER (HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM)
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-7PM

Responsibilities: Support academic, social-emotional, and character growth in students by providing reading buddies, homework help, engaging in games, team building activities, art projects, and off-site trips.
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Additional notes: As most of our volunteer opportunities are with children, we require all volunteers to submit a volunteer application with references, complete a background check, participate in child safety training and program training. All these efforts are to keep our children safe. As a faith-based not-for-profit, we openly offer Christian education at our programs. It is not a requirement to subscribe to a certain faith to volunteer, but we do suggest only those comfortable with open Christian teaching to volunteer.

Looking for ways to give back? Project Knitwell is always looking for volunteers!  We currently have openings to support the Ryan Bartel Foundation's FORT program for at-risk youth – and many more!  Please visit our website to apply today: Project Knitwell.com

Our Officers of the Day are the first to make contact with people calling for help. They work from home, using their phones. They call our voicemail system, retrieve the messages, and call people back.  (Most of our ODs protect their privacy by using *67 for these calls.) If the person requesting food assistance is in our service area, they get the information needed and pass it on to the Food Driver on duty. Financial assistace calls are passed on to the financial assistance officer (when we have the funds).  If the person is outside of our area or is requesting something we are not able to do, they refer people to other groups that might be able to help.

ODs are scheduled for the day, but they do not have to be available the whole day - they can check messages and call people back when they have the time. Messages that an OD is unable to get to are left on the voicemail system and handled by the following day's OD. Some ODs take one day a month, while others take several, depending on their availability.

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours

Our food drivers deliver food from our pantry (located in Rockville United Methodist Church, near Rockville Town Center) to needy people in Rockville. They need to have a driver's license and the use of a car, and they need to be able to carry bags of food. When they get a call from the Officer of the Day with a request, they go to the pantry, check the client's eligibility in the records, call the client to schedule a delivery, and pack and deliver the food to the client.

Drivers can sign up for one day a month, or more, if they desire, and they can do the deliveries whenever it's convenient for them and the client (you don't have to be available the whole day). Most of our drivers do the deliveries in the afternoon/early everning. Some of our drivers work with a partner - a friend or a spouse - and some work alone. There are days that no call comes in, and sometimes there are several. If (rarely) there are too many, some can be passed on to next day's driver. If interested, email rockvillemdhelp@gmail.com.

The Animal Welfare League of Montgomery County (AWLMC) is a 501(c)3, nonprofit, all volunteer no paid positions, NO Kill Cat Shelter!  We are in need of an experienced Grant Writer to assist us in researching and writing successful grants in support of our Cat Shelter. Your talents will directly support our mission of assisting any and all Cats and Kittens seeking their new FURR-Ever Home.

Responsibilities:  (1) Work with our Grant Team in researching available grants from foundations, corporations and the Government (2) In coordination with the Grant Team develop potential clients (3) Help develop a tracking system on submitted grants (4) Work with the various AWLMC Teams for vital information necessary for a successful grant proposal

Qualifications: (1) Experience in grant writing preferred but not mandatory (2) Willing to work with a team

Location: This is a virtual volunteer opportunity with an occasional in person meeting if needed. Mostly meetings with your Grant Team will be via ZOOM to review work progress

If interested and looking to make a meaningful contribution, please forward an email via this website or to Ms. Wahl at stacey.wahlsw@gmail.com and we will call you and discuss the position.

Please note the hours indicated below are a required item for this site. When you call or email us we will talk about the actual time involved to meet your needs to include the ZOOM Meeting and virtual activities.

Come join us for Rings of Fire Open 2026, one of our martial arts tournaments for this year's season. Volunteers are needed for timekeepers, scorekeepers, registration desk, etc. You will be contacted to coordinate the day's assignments.

Thank you in advance for your help!

Description:

What: Rings of Fire Open 2026

When: Sunday, June 8, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Where: TBA a high school gym, Silver Spring, MD 20855

Volunteers will help with check-in, facilitation for the staging area and rings, set up & break down.

We'll have a brief orientation for all volunteers at 9 am -- no experience required!

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.

Up to three volunteer positions are available to support front desk operations for the Office of Consumer Protection. Collectively, volunteers will provide coverage during regular business hours (Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.), ensuring continuous front desk assistance. Scheduling is flexible, and volunteers may serve part-time shifts.
Volunteers will receive orientation and training on office procedures, consumer service protocols, and the use of Office 365 applications. This opportunity offers hands-on experience in public service, administrative operations, and consumer protection programs in a dynamic government setting.
Multilingual applicants encouraged.

Skills Needed:

1. Strong customer service and communication skills.
2. Ability to work well with the public and staff in a professional, courteous manner.
3. Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Teams, etc.).
4. Dependable, organized, and attentive to detail.
5. Able to handle confidential information appropriately.
6. Comfortable managing multiple tasks in a busy office environment.

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

This is a creative and hands-on opportunity ideal for individuals interested in media production or public service communication. Volunteers may serve part-time and will coordinate schedules with OCP’s Early Detection & Prevention team.

Volunteers will receive orientation and guidance on OCP branding, accessibility standards, and County communication protocols.

Skills Needed:

1. Experience or strong interest in audio/video production or editing.
2. Proficiency with OBS Studio, Canva, and Microsoft Office 365 (Teams, SharePoint, Outlook).
3. Creativity and attention to detail with an understanding of visual design and accessibility.
4. Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
5. Dependable and organized with a commitment to meeting deadlines.

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

We are looking for someone to teach advanced cooking skills to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, once per week. Recipes are co-created with individuals in the class and the volunteer. If you have a passion for cooking and teaching, this opportunity is for you!

Are you someone who is connected and an influencer in the region?

Do you have a passion for helping kids, kids who are desperately waiting for a cure for a disease that gets little attention due to its rareness?

If the answer to both questions is YES, are you interested helping us?

The Foundation to Fight H-ABC was established in 2015 to help raise awareness, support families, and fund research for a cure for this rare progressive condition that mostly impacts children.  We are looking for a connected individual who has a passion for helping kids, and who is also very connected to donors who support causes for kids fighting for a cure.  Without our health, we cannot overcome the challenges in life.  We are desperately trying to give these kids a chance.  Given the disease rareness we continue to have major challenges gaining attention, and looking for someone who can champion or cause and convince others the same!

Our website is h-abc.org

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

Our dedicated volunteers play a vital role in helping our Site Coordinators provide essential services and programs for adults/seniors. From assisting with organizing activities, community meals and just engaging with our participants, our volunteers help create a welcoming and supportive environment. By offering their time and energy, they ensure that our community members can enjoy enriching experiences, nutritious meals, and meaningful connections.

Our dedicated volunteers play a vital role in helping our Site Coordinators provide essential services and programs for adults/seniors. From assisting with organizing activities, community meals and just engaging with our participants, our volunteers help create a welcoming and supportive environment. By offering their time and energy, they ensure that our community members can enjoy enriching experiences, nutritious meals, and meaningful connections.

Our dedicated volunteers play a vital role in helping our Site Coordinators provide essential services and programs for adults/seniors. From assisting with organizing activities, community meals and just engaging with our participants, our volunteers help create a welcoming and supportive environment. By offering their time and energy, they ensure that our community members can enjoy enriching experiences, nutritious meals, and meaningful connections.

Join Us as a Read Across the Generations Facilitator!

Location: Gaithersburg Library
When: Wednesdays, 4:00 PM - 5:20 PM
For: PreK-5th grade children and their families

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to facilitate our Read Across the Generations program. As a facilitator, you'll:

Encourage families to read with JCA Interages volunteers at the library

Act as a volunteer liaison with JCA and Library staff

Help promote the program to the community

Assist librarians in selecting age-appropriate books for the program

SSL Hours

If you’re passionate about literacy, community engagement, and supporting families, we’d love to hear from you!

Interested? Contact Indira Dingledine at idingledine@accessjca.org or 301 255 4239

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.

Our Youth Program Aides play a vital role in helping our Site Coordinators provide essential services and programs for the youth. From assisting with youth engagement through after-school activities, tutoring, and organizing community meals our volunteers help create a welcoming and supportive environment for the youth. By offering their time and energy, they ensure that our children and youth can enjoy enriching experiences, nutritious meals, and meaningful connections.

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.

Our Youth Program Aides play a vital role in helping our Site Coordinators provide essential services and programs for the youth. From assisting with youth engagement through after-school activities, tutoring, and organizing community meals our volunteers help create a welcoming and supportive environment for the youth. By offering their time and energy, they ensure that our children and youth can enjoy enriching experiences, nutritious meals, and meaningful connections.

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.

Our Youth Program Aides play a vital role in helping our Site Coordinators provide essential services and programs for the youth. From assisting with youth engagement through after-school activities, tutoring, and organizing community meals our volunteers help create a welcoming and supportive environment for the youth. By offering their time and energy, they ensure that our children and youth can enjoy enriching experiences, nutritious meals, and meaningful connections.

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.

About the event

Thank you for you interest in volunteering with the Choice Pantry!

We're excited to have you support by supporting in various roles including: Database SupportLobby Support Set-up & OrganizationDistribution

For some roles, especially those involving client communication, Spanish-speaking volunteers are greatly appreciated.

What will volunteers do?

Database Updates (Recertification):Update client information and assist with recertifications via Pantry Soft.(Spanish-speaking preferred).

Training: Database usage and eligibility requirements via video and cheatsheet.

Lobby Support (New Participants):

Check and log zip codes for new participants.Volunteers needed: 2 (Spanish-speaking preferred).

Training: How to collect accurate data and answer FAQs.

Set-Up and Organization:

Arrange the diaper distribution area, organize diapers by size, and create a smooth flow for participants.

Volunteers needed: 4Training: Event layout and organization tips.

Distribution: Hand out diapers to participants and maintain inventory count.

Volunteers needed: 3-4.

Training: Inventory tracking and distribution flow.

What will volunteers need to bring or wear?

Please wear comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting dirty and closed-toe shoes.

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.

Recruiting experienced robotics instructors to teach mechanical design, hardware-focused programming, engineering documentation, and other competition-related skills. This ongoing, hands-on program emphasizes strengthening students’ practical abilities in mechanical engineering, programming, documentation, and other core areas essential for robotics competitions. Volunteer can provide his/her curriculum or learn to teach the club curriculums.

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.

The Washington English Center is recruiting online and in-person volunteers to teach and tutor English!

About the Washington English Center:

Since 1993, Washington English Center (WEC), a community-based program, has offered English and literacy training to low-income adult immigrants in the greater Washington area.

What our volunteers do:

Volunteers meet once a week online or in person in downtown DC for 1-3 hours a week for 11 weeks. Volunteers follow a provided syllabus and textbook and are given ongoing training. No teaching experience is required!

We also have the opportunity to substitute teach, which does not require a once-a-week 1-3 hour commitment, and provides volunteers with the flexibility to get involved at their own convenience. We are happy to work with your schedule.

Please check out our volunteer flier or watch our short 7-minute orientation video that provides an overview of all our programs. You can also visit our website at https://www.washingtonenglish.org/volunteers/ or check us out in the Washington Post.

Volunteer Perks:

Volunteer Requirements:

Winter 2026 ESOL group classes start January 12th and run through March,26th 2026 however, our one-on-one tutoring sessions happen on a rolling basis and have flexible start and end dates. Please note, if you are interested in co-teaching we ask that you sign up by December 12th to receive a placement on December 19th.

For questions, please feel free to contact Yaritza Abrego, Associate Director of Community Programming at yabrego@washingtonenglish.org.

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

Trash Pick-up along the Little Falls Parkway and in the Little Falls creek

Little Falls Stream Valley Park Little Falls Parkway at Massachusetts Avenue Bethesda, MD

We have gloves, bags and even some boots to lend.

Gravel parking lot which is located on Little Falls Parkway near the Mass Ave intersection. If you are late, find us working our way towards River Road. 

register at www.lfwa.org/events

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.

sorting, tagging, organizing ,arranging clothes ,run errands, help customers with purchases, educate them about preventing landfill , making a poster/flyer, take photographs/video

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.

KindSoup

This is a great opportunity for individuals, families, and groups to join us virtually from the comfort of their kitchens.

We come together on Mondays from 5pm to 6pm via Zoom. We focus on delicious, healthy, and hearty soup and stew recipes to share with our families and community members. Soup is then donated to local food assistance providers to store in freezers. By doing so, we help to fill the critical need for food security in our community.

Sign on to our KindSoup Zoom space (Mondays at 5:00 pm ET), and our guest chef will lead us in cooking a yummy soup or stew together.

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

Bone Builders is seeking caring, physically active older adults, perhaps just entering retirement, who have an interest in leading a group exercise class for seniors at Kensington Library in Kensington, MD. The exercise class specializes in osteo health and it's the perfect volunteer job for people wanting to help others (and themselves) maintain and/or increase their bone mass, increase strength and improve balance.

We have volunteers with a wide variety of backgrounds, and no prior experience is required. Most of our leaders are older adults who derive enormous satisfaction working with class participants to improve their health.

In the free training we provide, you will learn our evidence-based exercises and also learn about teaching seniors. Our one-day training and required visits to three ongoing classes will prepare you to lead. The classes meet two days weekly, one-hour each day, and you are required to teach both days of the week. We know everyone takes vacations, etc, but there is flexibility built into the position as each class has two primary co-leaders as well as one or more secondary co-leaders who are also trained and ready to lead if one of the primary leaders is absent. If you have never taken a Bone Builders class before, you will be placed in an existing class and mentored by the current co-leaders prior to beginning to help lead a class.   

Reach's Housing Program is seeking volunteers to present workshops covering various topics (including but not limited to emergency preparedness, meditation, nutrition, and physical fitness) to small groups of men and/or women at Reach's Rockland and Jefferson Houses. Workshop content must be pre-approved by the program manager. Requires a background check. 

Bone Builders is seeking caring, physically active older adults, perhaps just entering retirement, who have an interest in leading a group exercise class for seniors at Takoma Park in Takoma Park, MD. The exercise class specializes in osteo health and it's the perfect volunteer job for people wanting to help others (and themselves) maintain and/or increase their bone mass, increase strength and improve balance.

We have volunteers with a wide variety of backgrounds, and no prior experience is required. Most of our leaders are older adults who derive enormous satisfaction working with class participants to improve their health.

In the free training we provide, you will learn our evidence-based exercises and also learn about teaching seniors. Our one-day training and required visits to three ongoing classes will prepare you to lead. The classes meet two days weekly, one-hour each day, and you are required to teach both days of the week. We know everyone takes vacations, etc, but there is flexibility built into the position as each class has two primary co-leaders as well as one or more secondary co-leaders who are also trained and ready to lead if one of the primary leaders is absent. If you have never taken a Bone Builders class before, you will be placed in an existing class and mentored by the current co-leaders prior to beginning to help lead a class.   

The Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is a national network of community-based groups  of volunteers—medical and public health professional and others—who assist their  communities in activities that promote and strengthen public health, emergency response, and community resiliency. The Medical Reserve Corps supports a variety of public health services during a crisis, such as assisting with mass distribution of antibiotics or vaccines, assisting in mass sheltering, and supporting many other vital public health mission areas. Volunteers may also serve a vital role by assisting their communities with ongoing public health needs (e.g., immunizations, screenings, health and nutrition education, surveillance and disease outbreak investigations).

Through the MRC volunteers have opportunities to participate in training, interact with other health and emergency response professionals, and provide support to the mission areas of the MRC. Examples of the mission areas include:

Learn more here: https://mdresponds.health.maryland.gov/faq.php 

To register as volunteer, visit https://mdresponds.health.maryland.gov/

We are a small nonprofit seeking to expand our Board of Directors with people who share our commitment to assist low-income scholarship applicants.  We provide college education/workforce development training scholarship funds for individuals who reside in subsidized rental housing in Montgomery County, Maryland.  They are graduating high school seniors and other adults of all ages. See more information about The Bernie Scholarship Awards Program on our website at  www.berniescholarships.org.

We seek new enthusiastic Board members who have fundraising skills to help us grow our program to increase the number of award recipients and the award amount.  Would you like to connect with Montgomery County BUSINESSES and/or BANKS to encourage supporting our Montgomery County community?  You could increase our visibility!

Might you like to help with GRANTS?  Maybe you would enjoy researching foundations and grant applications that share our commitment to help determined low-income individuals attend college or workforce development trainings to gain skills and achieve higher level employment! 

With a short time commitment to monthly meetings, you could make a tremendous difference in the lives of graduating high school seniors and other adults (single parents, adult children, etc.) who are determined to gain higher academic goals and achieve self-sufficiency for themselves, their children and future generations.  Join our passionate group of Board members dedicated to supporting our mission!

This volunteer opportunity requires a serious commitment, as the seniors rely on us to deliver their food items on time, twice a month. Volunteers are expected to adhere to a few important guidelines to ensure smooth and respectful service. First, please call the client to confirm their availability before making a delivery. Next, ensure that you deliver the food respectfully and punctually. Finally, report back with details about the delivery, any issues encountered, and any feedback from the client. All of these details are outlined in the flyers provided.

For more information and sign up email: Info@amssmd.org/ Faiza@amssmd.org

Contact the Office: 301-355-9961

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours

ATTENTION - This position is only available when MCPS schools are in session and operate under normal situation .

Work with The French Heritage Association and become a volunteer during our programs and events

Our volunteers welcome participants, are people-oriented and support staff as needed during programs and events.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES AMONG OTHERS:

All assignments provide training, the opportunity to work with children, and to practice French language skills.

Looking for responsible teens who are able to make a minimum commitment of at least 3 hours on Saturdays during several weeks. 

Minimum age 16.

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.

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.

Please review the details and further guidance here: bit.ly/KTH-Volunteer

For Students: Students should not include their full names, email/home address, or any real-life pictures or images of themselves on the cards. If you are a student seeking SSL hours, you must write at least 10 cards for quality completion of the service project. The same message/artwork can be repeated.

Please visit this link for more details and guidance. If you have any further questions, please reach out to volunteer@kitstoheart.org.

Safety is paramount. Please follow these precautions:
• Do not prepare and drop-off items if anyone in your home is sick.
• While packaging and dropping off items, wash your hands and avoid touching your face.
• During drop-off, please leave items at the front door.

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. 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. 

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.

6 simple hand-cut stickers may receive 1 service hour
3 complex hand-cut stickers may receive 1 service hour

Help bring cheer and motivation to cancer patients by creating custom stickers with positive messages and illustrations to be used as decorations for our cancer care kits. These stickers will serve as small but impactful tokens of encouragement, designed to uplift the spirits of those undergoing treatment.

How to Get Started

Recommended Materials

Supplies will differ depending on the method of sticker-making. Please also refer to tutorials below.

Kits to Heart earns from qualifying Amazon purchases, which supports our mission at no extra cost to you.

Recommended Tutorials

How to Submit

Please follow these steps to ensure your work is received!

Safety is paramount. Please follow these precautions:
• Do not prepare and drop off items if anyone in your home is sick.
• While packaging and dropping off items, wash your hands and avoid touching your face.
• During drop-off, please leave items at the front door.

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. 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. 

Are you looking for a hands-on way to give back but with limited availability? Join us as a Transport & Loading/Unloading Volunteer and help move essential materials that support our mission!

Sleep in Heavenly Peace is a volunteer-led nonprofit organization committed to building and delivering beds to children in need — because every child deserves a safe, comfortable place to sleep. Our local Montgomery chapter works year-round with volunteers and community partners to bring comfort and dignity to children across our area. We help children who’s been sleeping on the floor, on couches, or sharing overcrowded sleeping spaces.

But before we can build the beds — we need the wood.

The Opportunity – Transport Volunteer:

We’re looking for a dependable volunteer with a truck or van to assist once a month by transporting lumber from our lumber partner in Silver Spring to our storage/worksite in Frederick.

This role is crucial to keeping our builds running on schedule — because no wood means no beds.

What You'll Do:

You’re a Great Fit If You:

Why It Matters:

Every load of lumber you transport becomes the frame of a bunk bed… Every bunk bed becomes a safe, warm place for a child to rest… And every child deserves that kind of peace. Your one afternoon of service each month makes a direct, hands-on impact — helping us turn raw materials into restored hope for families in need.

Check out our work from Build to Delivery

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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.

Seeking Volunteers Age 50+

Weller Road Elementary School
3301 Weller Road, Silver Spring, MD 20906
Mondays, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. | Start Date: TBD will be an 8 week program.

Join the fun! Volunteers help small groups of students prepare for short theatrical readings that are performed for younger classes. This engaging activity boosts children’s reading fluency, vocabulary, and confidence—while bringing joy and connection across generations.

Application and background check required.
Interested? Contact Indira Dingledine at

Fifth Dimension Robotics is a newly formed 501c3, and is in urgent need of a grant writer for STEM related grant applications. This can be one-time project or an on-going engagement. The result of this opportunity will directly impact many STEM students in the county.

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

Now Recruiting for Fall Volunteer Opportunities!

Are you 50 or better and looking to make a difference?

Join the JCA Interages® Volunteer Corps and connect across generations!
We are seeking dedicated volunteers for our intergenerational programs in Montgomery County Public Schools and Libraries.

Our volunteers:

Read one-on-one with young children

Support teachers in the classroom

Tutor students in reading and math

Engage in thoughtful dialogue with middle and high school youth

And more!

Make a meaningful impact—share your time, your story, and your wisdom.

Contact Indira Dingledine at idingledine@accessjca.org   301 255 4239

JCA Interages has provided meaningful intergenerational programs for more than 30 years.  Our volunteer opportunities for those 50+ take place in Montgomery County Public Schools, MCPL libraries, and other organizations.

We are seeking volunteers aged 50+ to help children k-5 with homework and fun learning activities afterschool.  In partnership with Maryvale Elementary and Linkages to Learning 1010 1st Street Rockville, MD 20850 Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:00 – 5:00 pm. Choose reading, writing, and/or math. Assist with homework and other fun activities. Two days/week preferred. Grades: K-5.

Background check and application required for volunteering. 

If interested, please contact Indira Dingledine at idingledine@accessjca.org or (301) 255 - 4239.  

Volunteers can donate or “adopt a family” to support them for the holidays.  Our volunteers have the opportunity to shop, wrap and deliver to the families they assist.  We are also in the need of new toys, gift cards, and food gift cards to add to the family wish lists.

Please register to volunteer and we can provide more information.

We look forward to putting smiles on many kids faces this holiday season!

We are looking for high schoolers to join our team of dedicated tutors! Tutors can work with students in subjects of their choice. See 'What Volunteers Do' on our profile or visit our website at https://www.steppingstonetutoring.org/ for more details.

Please read the following requirements:

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.

Are you a detail-oriented person who enjoys working directly with people? As a Tax Counselor, you will use IRS-provided software to prepare free federal and state tax returns for clients in Montgomery County.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide helps to provide free federal and state tax preparation services to local residents. This is an incredible opportunity to interact with and help many people, learn new skills, or use your existing ones to make a real difference in your community.

Responsibilities

Time Commitment & Training

Requirements

See more details on our website.

Note: If you are unable to commit to the required training time in January, consider exploring the Scheduler or Client Facilitator roles instead.

Love marketing and making a difference? Join us to showcase our amazing programs and help connect our community to the heart of early childhood education! Assist with social media, newsletters, event promotion, and creative campaigns that highlight the joy and growth of our students.

Use your skills to engage families, celebrate our teachers, and spread the word about everything happening at Friendship Children’s Center. Make an impact, build your portfolio, and support children while doing work that matters!

Bring your creativity and energy—help us shine!

Calling All Grant Gurus!

Help Friendship Children’s Center grow by finding and securing funding to support our programs for young children! As a volunteer, you’ll research grant opportunities, draft compelling proposals, and support applications that make a real difference in our students’ lives.

Gain valuable experience in nonprofit development, writing, and research, all while helping expand resources for our program and school community.

Use your skills to make an impact—join our grant team today!

We are looking for a volunteer to help take photos of our adoptable animals! High-quality photos make a huge difference in helping cats and dogs find their forever homes.

When: “flexible schedule”

Where:  Maryland and Northern Virginia

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Photographing adoptable cats, dogs, puppies, and kittens

Capturing their personalities to help them shine online

Sharing edited images (basic editing is a plus, but not required)

This is a wonderful opportunity for anyone who enjoys photography and loves animals.

We are looking for reliable volunteers to help transport foster animals to and from adoption events, vet appointments, and foster homes.

We are looking for a volunteer to help with post-adoption follow-up calls. These calls ensure our adopted cats and dogs are adjusting well in their new homes and give families a chance to ask questions or share updates.

When: Flexible (calls can be made from home) 

Where: Remote opportunity  

This is a wonderful way to stay connected with our mission and help make sure every animal thrives in their forever home.

We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented volunteer to help write grants for our animal foster foundation. Your work will help secure funding to support foster care, medical care, and adoption programs for cats, dogs, and other animals in need.

When: Flexible, project-based

Where: Remote   

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

This is a rewarding opportunity for anyone with strong writing skills who wants to make a real impact in helping animals find loving homes.

MUM serves individuals and families in crisis in the Silver Spring, Wheaton, Takoma Park, Kensington, Rockville and Aspen Hill communities, specifically residents within eight zip codes of Montgomery County (20902, 20906, 20853, 20895, 20896, 20901, 20910, and 20912). MUM provides food assistance as well as financial assistance for eviction prevention, utility shut-off prevention/restoration and prescription medication

MUM needs volunteer drivers willing to pick-up rescued food from local partners in the Mid-County area and deliver to our office. Drivers need to have flexible hours, in most cases we are given short notice for pick-up. Driver must have a reliable car. 

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.  

Volunteer with Humane World for Animals' (formerly called HSUS) Animal Rescue Team to help animals who are victims of illegal animal cruelty and disasters.

When the Animal Rescue Team responds - whether to a hoarding situation or dogfighting operation, hurricane or puppy mill - animal rescue volunteers at the Maryland care and rehabilitation center* assist in the on-going care of dogs, cats and other animals who have been rescued from harm.

Animal rescue volunteers come from all walks of life, generously giving their time to apply their skills and experience in response to animals in need. From animal handling and cage cleaning to administrative tasks, the work of animal rescue volunteers is at the heart of Humane World for Animals' mission to end animal suffering and cruelty.

There are 2 volunteer options:

Care Center ARV – Provide daily care and enrichment to the special populations housed at our Maryland care and rehabilitation center. Required trainings include Fear Free Shelters and a course on trauma-informed sheltering.

National ARVs: Deploy to our Maryland care and rehabilitation center or other locations as needed to provide daily care and enrichment and/or to support a Point of Distribution for emergency supplies. Specific trainings on safety, emergency management, the Incident Command System and other critical aspects of care are required.

Volunteers have an initial commitment period of one year and are requested to participate in at least one deployment per year. To help remove barriers to volunteering, approved travel expenses are paid or reimbursed by Humane World for Animals.

All volunteers must:

There is an immediate and ongoing need for volunteers. 

* Note - the location of our center in Northern Maryland is confidential, as animals in our custody who are involved in legal proceedings may be held there. It will be disclosed to volunteers prior to deployment.

Are you a Cat Lover at Heart?  Are you in need of a Cat Fix?  Are you looking for a great way to make new friends both human and feline, all sharing experiences and all for a good cause.  Then becoming a volunteer with the Animal Welfare League of Montgomery County (AWLMC) just may be the answer for you!  AWLMC is a non-profit, 501© 3 No-Kill Cat Shelter located in the heart of Olde Town Gaithersburg (12 Park Avenue).  Our two-story house has 5 rather large rooms, with 2 to 3 friendly and social cats in each room, plus our House Cat who has the freedom of the house.  Our volunteer opportunities include Cat Crew, Cat Enrichment, Spay/Neuter Program, Cat and Kitten Fostering and CHOMPERS our Cat/Dog Food Bank Program.  To learn more, please visit our website, awlmc.org or all 301-740-2511.  Or send us a message via this web site!  We look forward to hearing from You and exploring your desires.  On our website  awlmc.org  click on the Volunteer Icon and select Volunteer Application.  Thank You

We would like to bring physical activities to our clients in the areas of yoga, Pilates and aerobics. This would be in the evenings volunteering with small groups.

Piano Pals for ES Children:  Fox Chapel ES, Gaithersburg ES, Brown Station ES, Clopper Mill ES are reopening in October through Spring Break. Tanglewood HOC Apartments will continue on Saturday mornings.  Upcounty HOC at Stewartown begins on Tuesdays in October.   For training of new volunteers in order to mentor in the Fall 2025, contact: thetacyfoundation@gmail.com.  Dates/location by appointment.

Mentor a child per half hour session afterschool.  Using the detailed world renowned piano curriculum, Faber Piano Adventures,  teach 2 children (each one half hour lesson) between grades K-5 at an elementary school or HOC facility.

1.5 hours of SSL Credit

Guitar Pals for ES Children:  Applications for Fall 2025 being received now.

Mentor a child at these facilities:

Brown Station ES on Mondays, Stewartown HOC on Tuesdays 4 to 5:30, Fox Chapel on Thursdays after school, Gaithersburg ES on Thursdays after school, Clopper Mill ES on Fridays after school, Tanglewood HOC on Saturdays from 11 to 12:30.

Using the detailed Faber Piano Adventures,   teach 2 children (each one half hour lesson) between grades K-5 at Tanglewood Housing for Title 1 families.

1.5 hours of SSL Credit

Adult supervision provided by Tacy Foundation Adult Volunteers, vetted by MCPS Adult Volunteer Requirements.

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 Look Again Resale Shop has been supporting the Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington's (POB) sight-saving programs since 1992 with the sale of antiques, furniture, collectibles, clothing, books and more. The store depends on the generosity of area residents for donations of gently used items, which are available for purchase at fantastic prices. All store proceeds go toward making POB's vision programs in the community a reality.

We ask volunteers to join us for 3-4 hour shifts. Volunteers use and develop retail experience including displaying and organizing merchandise. Volunteers also enjoy the social support of working on a close-knit team. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old (ages 12-16 may volunteer with a parent/guardian).

Great for retired individuals! We are open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 AM - 5 PM.

NEXT STEPS:  Your volunteer hours are not confirmed until you hear from us via phone or email. Please add your phone number to your response - it is the fastest way to follow up with you. 

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. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Look Again Resale shop in Kensington Maryland is looking for volunteers for our thrift/antique shop.  If you love vintage clothing, hard to find treasures and collectables then Look again resale shop is the place for you! Proceeds from our shop benefits The Prevention of Blindness Metropolitan Washington.

Duties include:

Sorting and processing donations, Cleaning and organizing shop, carrying boxes of donations in from customers, Assisting with day to day functions of the store.  By the way we have fun giving 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 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.

Location: Seneca Creek Community Church, 13 Firstfield Road, Gaithersburg

Schedule: Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 6:30–9:30 PM

Hospitality Volunteer Greet students, set up space, provide refreshments, and foster community.

High School Volunteers (SSL Hours) Assist with childcare, data entry, or hospitality.

Training provided, SSL hours verified.

Assistant ESOL Teacher Support the lead instructor with small groups or one-on-one practice.

Assist with lessons and encourage engagement.

Requirements: Wear casual, comfortable clothing and shoes. Check in on the second floor before class.

Training may be required for certain roles.

Contact esol@senecacreek.org for more information

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.

Whether you have a truck, or just want to provide your muscle and be part of a team using someone else's truck - - sign up to help move small furniture from donors to families in need!  

We're usually looking for a 2-3 hour commitment.

You pick when it can work for you and when it can't.

Great project for:

Email us to get involved, and Thanks!!