Opportunities From: Montgomery County Volunteer Center

Let's Play America is looking for enthusiastic teen and adult volunteers to help make our 18th Annual Play Day a fun and memorable experience for children and families in our community.

Volunteers will assist with a variety of activities, including:

Event Details

No previous volunteer experience is required. This is a great opportunity for students seeking community service hours, adults looking to give back, and anyone who enjoys working with children and families.

Volunteer Requirements

If you're interested in joining our volunteer team, please complete our volunteer registration form:

Volunteer Registration Form:
https://forms.gle/yBEqWSACW42qTFHu8

Thank you for helping us bring the joy of play to our community! We look forward to volunteering with you.

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.

Join us for our upcoming community trash cleanup at Blohm Park, Gaithersburg, on Thursday, August 06th from 12:30-3:00 PM! We’ll provide cleanup bags, gloves, trash picker sticks, water, and snack bars. Feel free to bring your own food, drinks, or gear. SSL forms will be provided afterwards! Don’t forget to bring sunscreen and bug spray if you need it! 

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.

Join our online KindSoup For Students!

Want a delicious way to have some fun, improve your kitchen skills, learn a new recipe, make some delicious and nutritious food for your family and for others in the community AND earn SSL Hours?? On the first and third Sundays of every month, we will make a large pot of soup together!

This time around we will cook up Creamy Mexican Corn Soup led by an experienced KindSoup Chef via zoom. Join us from the comfort of your kitchen on Sunday, August 2nd from 5pm-6pm.

Students can earn 1 Student Service Learning Hour for every 2 quarts of frozen soup delivered to others. There is a maximum of 10 quarts that can qualify for any given day (5 SSL hours). Most recipes render 6 quarts of soup, 3 SSL hours. 

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

Join our online KindSoup For Students!

Want a delicious way to have some fun, improve your kitchen skills, learn a new recipe, make some delicious and nutritious food for your family and for others in the community AND earn SSL Hours?? On the first and third Sundays of every month, we will make a large pot of soup together!

This time around we will cook up Burst Tomato Orzo led by an experienced KindSoup Chef via zoom. Join us from the comfort of your kitchen on Sunday, August 16th from 5pm-6pm.

Students can earn 1 Student Service Learning Hour for every 2 quarts of frozen soup delivered to others. There is a maximum of 10 quarts that can qualify for any given day (5 SSL hours). Most recipes render 6 quarts of soup, 3 SSL hours. 

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

Join us to create super hero masks, hats, and other kid-friendly costume give-aways. Everything you create will be used to help children escape into the world of "make believe" during Only Make Believe's interactive performances in hospitals, care-facilities, and schools dedicated to serving children with disabilities. No art degree required!

Volunteers under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Please no volunteers under 10.

OTHER DETAILS

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.

Join us to create super hero masks, hats, and other kid-friendly costume give-aways. Everything you create will be used to help children escape into the world of "make believe" during Only Make Believe's interactive performances in hospitals, care-facilities, and schools dedicated to serving children with disabilities. No art degree required!

Volunteers under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Please no volunteers under 10.

OTHER DETAILS

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.

Join us to create super hero masks, hats, and other kid-friendly costume give-aways. Everything you create will be used to help children escape into the world of "make believe" during Only Make Believe's interactive performances in hospitals, care-facilities, and schools dedicated to serving children with disabilities. No art degree required!

Volunteers under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Please no volunteers under 10.

OTHER DETAILS

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.

Join us to create super hero masks, hats, and other kid-friendly costume give-aways. Everything you create will be used to help children escape into the world of "make believe" during Only Make Believe's interactive performances in hospitals, care-facilities, and schools dedicated to serving children with disabilities. No art degree required!

Volunteers under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Please no volunteers under 10.

OTHER DETAILS

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.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with the Sports & Beyond MD Foundation! Our volunteers play an important role in creating a fun, safe, and encouraging environment where children can develop athletic skills, build confidence, and learn valuable life lessons through sports.

As a volunteer, you will work alongside experienced coaches and adult staff members to assist with youth sports clinics, camps, leagues, and community events serving children ages 4–12. No advanced coaching experience is required—we will provide guidance and support throughout each event. We are looking for enthusiastic, dependable individuals who enjoy working with children and are passionate about giving back to the community.

Volunteers may assist with:

By volunteering, students will have the opportunity to:

Volunteers are expected to:

At the Sports & Beyond MD Foundation, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and have fun through sports. Our volunteers help make that mission possible by encouraging, mentoring, and inspiring the next generation of young athletes.

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.

Affordable Homes & Communities (AHC) organizes fun events for residents to relax and get to know each other.

On Thursday, July 30, 3:30-6pm, we're hosting a "Field Day" event for all ages at Allium Place in Silver Spring. There will be food and water games so children and adults can have fun, relax and be together.

Volunteers are needed to help with set-up, sign-in, activities, giving out snacks and clean-up. The volunteer shift is 3:30-6pm. Sign up using this link or email volunteer@ahcinc.org with questions.

We need volunteers at the same location on August 4 too!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0844A4A728A6FA7-57157036-special#/

Adult volunteers are preferred; students age 15+ who are able to follow instructions, work independently and be friendly are welcome. Volunteers will need to focus on residents and not use their cell phones while volunteering.

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.

Please note !!! Rooms reserved for Friday, July 31st, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the Collaboration/Study Room 2, 3 and Room 4 on the second floor at Rockville Memorial Library

ArtUnity Youth hosts an ongoing, supervised in-person service program where students create encouragement cards for hospital patients. Volunteers design hospital-appropriate cards, write supportive messages, and help package donations for healthcare partners. Each month features a different positive theme to guide the artwork, cards, and supportive messages: January: A Fresh Start, February: Sending Love and Kindness, March: You Are Not Alone, April: Hope and Strength, May: One Day at a Time, June: Bright Days Ahead, July: Courage in Every Step, August: Keep Going, September: Small Steps, Big Hope, October: You Are Stronger Than You Know, November: Grateful for You, and December: Warm Wishes and Brighter Days.

Please feel free to bring friends or younger students who would like to learn art! During the summer, ArtUnity Youth will also offer free art classes for kids, where students will teach children drawing skills and help them explore creativity through fun art activities.

No prior art experience or special skills are needed. We will teach you what to do at each session, and then you can help create cards, support younger students, and assist with art activities.

All art supplies will be provided. Students only need to come ready to learn, create, and help. Students can attend for 1–2 hours within this time window, and registration is required. When you arrive, please look for a BIG Teddy Bear wearing an ArtUnity Youth T-shirt.

Parking is available in Garage B, with free parking for up to 90 minutes. Multiple entries are allowed.

Students earn 1 SSL hour per 60 minutes of verified participation, with a maximum of 2 hours per session, based on supervisor attendance. All artwork must meet program guidelines and will be reviewed and approved on-site by the ArtUnity Youth program manager before SSL hours are verified. ArtUnity Youth will not meet on days when the library is closed, including federal holidays such as New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. Schedule updates or skipped dates will be announced in advance. Please email artunityyouth@gmail.com or text 301-785-9885 directly with any questions.

Please note !!! Rooms reserved for Friday, July 31st, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the Collaboration Room 2, 3 and 4 on the second floor at Rockville Memorial Library. 

Thanks, and we look forward to seeing you there!

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 the 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.

External Registration & Waiver Required for Participation: Link to Registration

Help Kids Sleep Better – Volunteer to Reorganize Storage with Sleep in Heavenly Peace!

Imagine a child sleeping on the floor — now imagine being the reason that child gets their very own bed. At Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP), we believe no child should go without a bed, yet far too many are.

Our mission is simple yet powerful: get kids off the floor and into beds of their own. We build and deliver complete twin-size bed sets — including a frame, mattress, sheets, pillow, and blanket — to children in need.

Event Description
Join us for an morning of purpose, teamwork, and joy! Together, we’ll rearrange pre-built bed parts at our storage locations.

No experience necessary — just bring your heart and helping hands. We’ll guide you every step of the way.

Volunteer Role

Additional Information

Why it Matters

Every bed we deliver means more than just a better night’s sleep — it gives a child a space of their own, a sense of security, and a little piece of dignity. Your time and compassion can change a child’s world.

Check out this video to see our work from start to finish (from build day to delivery day). *Note* This event is only for our Storage Reorganization.

Interested in seeing other opportunities to volunteer? Check out our upcoming events here!

Join Weed Warrior Supervisor Barbara for a non-native, invasive plant removal workday at Elmhirst Parkway Neighborhood Conservation Area in Bethesda, MD. 

Day of instructions will be shared with those registered directly with Montgomery Parks.

We will focus on non-native, invasive vines and shrubs including porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata) and bush honeysuckle (Lonicera spp.). Native Virginia creeper and poison ivy are also present and beneficial, so we will avoid those.

Please wear long pants that cover your ankles, long socks, long sleeves, and sturdy, closed-toed shoes. Bring gloves, pruners, flathead screwdrivers, weed wrenches/uprooters, small folding hand saws, and/or loppers if you have them. Gardening-type gloves and tools are available to borrow if you don’t have your own. No power tools or machetes allowed. Please bring water to drink. Please note: Court Ordered Volunteer Hours can’t be granted through this workday.

This event is capped at 10 people.

This workday is pre-approved for MCPS SSL hours. Volunteers must be 16 years or older to join this event.

Learn more about the Weed Warrior program.

**All volunteers must register directly with Montgomery Parks' Weed Warrior Work Day Events**

Join Weed Warrior Supervisor James for a non-native, invasive plant removal workday in Long Branch Stream Valley Unit 1 (between Piney Branch Rd and Carroll Ave), in Takoma Park, MD. More details, including the exact meeting location, will be emailed to you after you register with Montgomery Parks.

We will focus on non-native, invasive vines, especially porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata). Native Virginia creeper and poison ivy are also present and beneficial, so we will avoid those.

Please wear long pants that cover your ankles, long socks, long sleeves, and sturdy, closed-toed shoes. Bring gloves, pruners, small folding hand saws and/or loppers if you have them. Gardening-type gloves and tools are available to borrow if you don’t have your own. No power tools or machetes allowed. Please bring water to drink.

Each volunteer must register directly with Montgomery Parks with their own account. More details, including the exact meeting location, will be emailed to you after you register directly with Montgomery Parks.

Learn more about the Weed Warrior program.

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 Jenn's Uncommon Critters Rescue Program is a 100% volunteer organization and we rely on volunteers to help us with a number of different tasks. 

Volunteer Tasks

We need volunteers willing to help with tasks that including, but are not limited to, the following. Pick and choose based on your skillsets!

Anyone 14 years old and up is invited to apply to volunteer. Anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign off. 

For more information including the application please see our website: https://www.jennsuncommoncritters.org/support/volunteering

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.

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue has an adoption event on Sunday August 2nd at the Alexandria PetSmart.

Come spend the afternoon with a Lucky Dog! We need dog handlers to hold a dog's leash during our adoption event and talk up the dog to potential adopters during the event. We also need drivers to drive Lucky Dogs to and from our adoption event. Handler check-in is at 11:15 am (dog check in starts at 11:30 am). You should plan to stay until 3:30 pm.

The final day to sign up for any event is the Friday before that specific event.

Signing up on this platform does NOT guarantee you a volunteer spot. On the Monday before the event, our events team will reach out to reconfirm your availability. You MUST respond to that email to be added to the list of volunteers for the event.

Must be at least 7 years old to volunteer and anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent present at all times (the parent must be the one physically holding the dog's leash). Please note that you MUST have one adult in attendance for each child.

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.

We're looking for dedicated volunteers to help out around our Montgomery County Warehouse, which takes in thousand of pounds of donated food, clothing, toys, household goods, diapers and more each day. Volunteers will help with the following projects: organizing and displaying donations, helping to take inventory, cleaning and organizing our space, making grocery bags for home deliveries, helping to load and unload delivery vehicles and more! Age requirements: We accept volunteers aged 10 and older. Physical ability: While some of these tasks are physically strenuous, we have plenty of opportunities for folks that have physical limitations or other restrictions, and our warehouse is wheelchair accessible. How to prepare: Volunteers should arrive wearing closed-toed shoes and clothing they can move around in and get dirty. Please note that the heating in our warehouse is currently out of service, so please dress warmly, wearing layers and coats for your shift. If you have any questions please send an email to mjoe@sowhatelse.org. Thank you!

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.

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.

Join our team as a Client Check-In and Data Entry Assistant to support families in need! We're looking for friendly, detail-oriented volunteers (BILINGUAL) comfortable using computers to help with check-ins, appointment scheduling, and logging services. Shifts are available Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 4 PM. Training is provided!

Your role will ensure smooth operations during our service hours and help families access essential resources efficiently.

Responsibilities:

Greet and check clients in using a spreadsheet

Accurately log diaper distribution details

Assist clients in scheduling future appointments via SignUpGenius

Enter client visit data into our secure database (Service Insights)

Maintain strict confidentiality and accuracy at all times

Provide respectful and friendly service to clients

Ideal Qualifications:

Comfortable with computers, spreadsheets, and web-based tools

Detail-oriented with solid organizational skills

Willing to learn new systems (training on Service Insights provided)

Friendly, patient, and respectful when interacting with families

Able to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information properly

Time Commitment:
Flexible shifts Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Training:
All volunteers will receive orientation and system-specific training to ensure success in the role.

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

Description: At our acclaimed Outdoor Food Distribution located in North Bethesda! Every Saturday So What Else provides free food to over 1,500 people in the parking lot in front of our warehouse with the help of our incredible volunteer team.

Volunteers will help with the following tasks: setting up tables, setting up tents, preparing produce, sorting produce, helping with line control, helping to direct traffic, and more. Volunteers should plan to arrive 15 minutes early to allow time for a quick orientation. Volunteers should be able to stand for long periods, lift large boxes, and do a considerable amount of movement. Volunteers are required to wear closed-toed shoes and clothing they can both move around in and get dirty (NO CROCS ALLOWED). This event is entirely outdoors so please dress accordingly and bring both water and a snack to your shift. This is a great opportunity for SSL hours, and children above 10 can participate as long as their parent/guardian accompanies anyone under 16.

AGE RESTRICTION: This is a great opportunity for children aged 10 and above to participate. A parent or guardian must accompany children aged 10-15, and if they arrive without one, their parent or guardian will be contacted. Volunteers aged 16 and above can participate independently without the presence of a parent or guardian.

5:30 am to 7:00 am: Volunteers will help prepare food boxes to load into cars for our drive-thru distribution and assist with traffic control. (Double Hours are available for individuals participating in the Maryland Community Service Program when volunteering for the Traffic Volunteer position.) (THE DOUBLE IS NOT FOR SSL)

7:00 am to 11:00 am: Volunteers will help load food boxes into cars, assist with breaking down empty boxes, and clean up where needed.

10:00 am to 1:00 pm: Volunteers will help load cars with food boxes,  assist with breaking down empty boxes, and clean up where needed.

12:00 pm to 3 PM: Volunteers will help load cars with food boxes and assist with clean-up after the distribution has ended.

We encourage you to sign up for any shift, even if you can't stay for the entire time. Simply inform the site lead upon arrival so our team can accommodate your schedule.

*To reach our warehouse, type "4924 Wyaconda Rd, North Bethesda, MD" into your GPS. This will take you directly to the entrance of the parking lot. After you pull into the lot, please look for the yellow parking spots immediately to your right. You can park in any of the yellow parking spots in the lot. Parking is not permitted in front of Dogtopia and against the fence. To find our warehouse entrance, look for signs for "Dogtopia" and then keep walking; our warehouse is to the left of Dogtopia, directly around the corner. When you arrive please walk to the outdoor tables and ask for a staff person, then let them know you're there to volunteer.

Contact Person: Megan Joe | mjoe@sowhatelse.org | (240) 705 4345

Please feel free to contact Megan with any questions about our volunteer opportunities.

If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please notify us by emailing mjoe@sowhatelse.org or canceling your reservation. As a volunteer-driven organization, we rely heavily on your support to help distribute over a million meals to families year-round. Thank you for making a difference!

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

WHY A Home of Their Own Animal Rescue Exists:

 We founded our rescue after working in other shelters and rescues and seeing the same heartbreaking pattern: good, well-meaning people being turned away without even a conversation. We watched great potential adopters overlooked because of outdated rules and rigid expectations, while animals sat in kennels waiting for the mythical “perfect” home. Meanwhile, those turned away often ended up at breeders, and who could blame them? They were trying to do the right thing and were told they weren’t good enough.

We realized the system was failing both people and animals, and it wasn’t really about the animals’ safety. It was about the peoples’ fears.

So we started our own rescue, one built on conversation, not judgment, and rooted in the belief that adoption should be accessible, educational, and welcoming. That shift allows us to match more animals with adopters based on genuine connection, not unrealistic perfection — saving more lives, encouraging adoption over shopping, and helping people feel seen, supported, and proud to welcome a pet into their lives.

ABOUT A Home of Their Own Animal Rescue and WHAT we are doing:

 In just a few years as a 501(c)(3), we’ve rescued 122 dogs and cats from all over the country—including Puerto Rico—and placed them in loving homes that fit their needs as well as the needs of their new humans! What started as a reaction to the unnecessary gatekeeping and outdated norms in animal rescue has become a growing movement to make adoption easier, more inclusive, flexible, and rooted in empathy and education.

We’ve built a strong and expanding network of passionate volunteers, partnered with local vets and businesses, and made a real mark in the community. One of our most memorable rescues—a 7-week-old kitten trapped inside a scorching car engine—was featured in The MoCo Show as a symbol of quick action, collaboration, and heart. Read the story here: https://mocoshow.com/2025/06/30/cat-rescued-from-car-engine-in-extreme-heat/ 

We’ve been honored by the trust adopters place in us, reflected in glowing Yelp and Google reviews, and we’re only just getting started.

Our goals go beyond our own rescue: we aim to shift the animal welfare field itself—advocating for nonjudgmental conversations, educating the community about animal welfare topics such as vetting and training/animal behavior, and eliminating barriers deeply rooted in fear and/or bias, including racial prejudice in adoption and foster approvals. We believe rescue should feel accessible, supportive, and human—because when we do better for people, we do better for animals.

Volunteer Marketing Manager

We’re seeking an experienced and passionate Volunteer Marketing Manager to help share AHOTO’s story, strengthen our digital presence, and attract more adopters, volunteers, donors, and community supporters. This role is ideal for a creative, strategic marketing professional who is excited to use their expertise to make a meaningful impact in animal welfare.

WHY A Home of Their Own Animal Rescue Exists: 

We founded our rescue after working in other shelters and rescues and seeing the same heartbreaking pattern: good, well-meaning people being turned away without even a conversation. We watched great potential adopters overlooked because of outdated rules and rigid expectations, while animals sat in kennels waiting for the mythical “perfect” home. Meanwhile, those turned away often ended up at breeders — and who could blame them? They were trying to do the right thing and were told they weren’t good enough.

The Patesi Foundation is seeking a volunteer Grant Writer to help secure funding that supports menstrual health education, period products, postpartum support, and community outreach programs.

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Time Commitment

Help us secure the funding needed to expand our programs and create lasting impact in the community.

Meet Laura - she is an avid reader, bright, and an adventurous student. Would you consider becoming a host family for Laura?

(Please contact us for more information at laurabraley@anbeducation.com 

Above & Beyond Education is seeking welcoming host families in the community to open their hearts and homes to international exchange students for the upcoming academic year.

Hosting an exchange student is a deeply rewarding volunteer experience that brings the world directly to your family and community.

We are currently on a tight timeline to find placements for our remaining student, wonderful young woman from Spain who are fully vetted, insured, and ready for their American adventure:

What is required to host?

Host families simply provide a safe, supportive home environment, a designated bed for the student (can share a room with a same-sex sibling close in age), and three daily meals. Families of all shapes and sizes make excellent hosts, including empty nesters, single parents, and families with young children. Above & Beyond Education provides 24/7 local coordinator support throughout the entire exchange period.

How to Apply / Learn More:

If you have a spare bedroom and an open heart, you can change a student's life this fall. For more information on Neus, Blanca, or our other remaining students, please contact Laura Braley immediately:

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue has an adoption event on Sunday August 9th at the Rockville Petsmart.

Come spend the afternoon with a Lucky Dog! We need dog handlers to hold a dog's leash during our adoption event and talk up the dog to potential adopters during the event. We also need drivers to drive Lucky Dogs to and from our adoption event. Handler check-in is at 11:15 am (dog check in starts at 11:30 am). You should plan to stay until 3:30 pm.

The final day to sign up for any event is the Friday before that specific event.

Signing up on this platform does NOT guarantee you a volunteer spot. On the Monday before the event, our events team will reach out to reconfirm your availability. You MUST respond to that email to be added to the list of volunteers for the event.

Must be at least 7 years old to volunteer and anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent present at all times (the parent must be the one physically holding the dog's leash). Please note that you MUST have one adult in attendance for each child.

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.

RisuCon is an annual anime and cosplay convention with media screenings, panels, contests, cosplay, vendors, and more! Hosted by The Montgomery County Comic & Cosplay Club, we need volunteers to help run this convention

This year's location: 

         33 Dalamar Street, Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Time:

September 26th, 11am - 7pm

REGISTRATION: Responsibilities include preparing tickets, scanning QR codes(may need to use personal mobile device), handing out badges/wristbands and ensuring crowd traffic runs smoothly.

PROGRAMMING: Responsibilities include checking badges/wristbands at the door, counting amount of people in attendance, ensuring panels run smoothly being on time with no discriminatory content being presented, and keeping an eye out for attendee disturbances.

ACTIVITIES ROOM: Responsibilities include running games and crafts, helping lead activities, and general monitoring of the room.

VENDOR ROOM: Responsibilities include assisting vendors with set up or break-down, ensuring crowd traffic runs smoothly, watching a vendor's table as they take a break, checking badges/wristbands at the door and general monitoring of the room.

COSPLAY BARN: Responsibilities include assisting artists or cosplay guests with set up or break-down, clearing tables and floors after each crafting activity, checking badges/wristbands at the door and ensuring crowd traffic runs smoothly.

PHOTO OPS: Responsibilities include assisting photographers with taking pictures, printing out shots for attendees on Risucon printer, and crowd control.

HEALTH & SAFETY: Responsibilities include policy enforcement, guiding cars to park, setting up banners and equipment, crowd and line control, checking badges/wristbands at perimeters, packing up supplies and loading them into cars.

INFO SERVICES: Responsibilities include answering any questions attendees have, providing directions, explaining the programming schedule, handing out water, roaming the con as mobile information and promoting events.

MERCHANDISE BOOTH: Responsibilities include processing merchandise payments for attendees, packing/unpacking goods, keeping track of transactions, and promoting sales.

IT: Responsibilities include setting up any audio/visual equipment, managing equipment during events, and troubleshooting technical issues.

SNACK BOOTH: Responsibilities include serving food, drinks and snacks to other volunteers and staff, confirming volunteer/staff badges, monitoring which foods/drinks are most popular, keeping the kitchen and booth area clean, and packing up leftovers at the end of the day.

Students intending to earn SSL hours will be under the primary supervision of the Volunteer Director, and secondary supervision of the Department Heads. Volunteers must be able to take directions, work in teams and/or independently, fulfill all responsibilities of the department assigned, and be prepared for an active shift.

We're looking for dedicated volunteers to help out around our Montgomery County Warehouse, which takes in thousand of pounds of donated food, clothing, toys, household goods, diapers and more each day. Volunteers will help with the following projects: organizing and displaying donations, helping to take inventory, cleaning and organizing our space, making grocery bags for home deliveries, helping to load and unload delivery vehicles and more! Age requirements: We accept volunteers aged 10 and older. Physical ability: While some of these tasks are physically strenuous, we have plenty of opportunities for folks that have physical limitations or other restrictions, and our warehouse is wheelchair accessible. How to prepare: Volunteers should arrive wearing closed-toed shoes and clothing they can move around in and get dirty. Please note that the heating in our warehouse is currently out of service, so please dress warmly, wearing layers and coats for your shift. If you have any questions please send an email to mjoe@sowhatelse.org. Thank you!

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.

PLEASE REGISTER FOR THE CLEANUP HERE!

Join Montgomery Parks at a volunteer park cleanup! Help beautify your community green spaces, keep litter out of our streams, and protect wildlife!  

Please click on the ‘Register’ button to sign up for the cleanup. Please note that when an event fills up, it disappears from the schedule. Cleanups will be added throughout the season, so check back often! We’ll send cleanup details to all registered volunteers on the week of the cleanup.

Cleanup Leader: Dawson Pennypacker

For questions contact: volunteercleanups@montgomeryparks.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 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.

Activities & Tasks for Volunteers 

Link for application: https://www.volgistics.com/appform/1150248683

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 organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the community directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Make a difference. Volunteer with Sandy Spring Museum! Register here for the task of your choice. Our current volunteer needs include:

Come on your own and meet like-minded individuals, or bring a small group. No prior experience is required and all are welcome. Please dress accordingly for the task you select.

Volunteer Day is a monthly gathering where community members can make a real impact and help keep the museum running smoothly. Volunteer tasks vary month-to-month. All ages are welcome and SSL hours are available for students.

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.

Bilingual, Spanish/English volunteer needed to assist clinical and administrative team of Mansfield Kaseman Health Clinic in guiding patients through the care process. 

Helpful skills: Microsoft Word 365, Jira, Data entry, phone experience, customer service

Time Commitment: 4 hours per week or 16 hours per month. Choose the hours that work with your schedule within the Clinic open hours of Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. 

Functions: 

Support the eligibility process by assisting patients with enrollment forms and collecting required supporting documents; review patient eligibility, ensuring all necessary information is up-to-date and accurate. 

Call patients to schedule new appointments and to reschedule missed appointments. Make calls to remind patients of upcoming appointments; to check on their well-being; to confirm they have scheduled referral appointments; to check completion of screenings and labs; to update information on appointments outside the clinic. 

Assist patients in setting up and navigation through their health portal. 

Thank you SO much for volunteering to help pack food boxes and produce bags for our neighbors in need!

ALL VOLUNTEERS must:

Be 17 years or older and able to work independently

Be able to lift up to 25 lbs

Come dressed appropriately but comfortably — long shorts or pants, a t-shirt or long sleeve shirt/sweatshirt, and closed-toe shoes are required. Volunteers not wearing closed-toe shoes will be sent home

Please bring water to stay hydrated

Volunteer duties include, but are not limited to:

Packing food

Organizing distribution materials

Clean-up tasks

Please note: These duties may involve bending, standing for extended periods, and lifting up to 25 lbs. Volunteers must be able to comfortably meet these physical requirements.

*If you are seeking court-mandated hours, you must contact Janice O'Connor directly before signing up or volunteering. No hours will be verified without prior approval. Contact Janice at: joconnor@theupcountyhub.org.

The Upcounty HUB is located inside the Upcounty Regional Services Center at:
12900 Middlebrook Rd, Germantown, MD 20874

Please enter through the front entrance of the building. The HUB is to the right of the front desk in Suite 1100.
All volunteers are required to sign in at the volunteer kiosk before starting their shift.

If you need to cancel your volunteer shift, please remove your name from that shift via this website or with an email to Janice at joconnor@theupcountyhub.org. We are a volunteer-driven organization and rely heavily on your commitment to help feed local families each week.

THANK YOU FOR MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY!

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 or concerns.

Join Vietnamese American Services (VAS) as a volunteer for the Maryland Mid-Autumn Festival 2026, one of the largest Vietnamese cultural celebrations in the Washington Metropolitan Area.

Since 2015, VAS has been dedicated to serving the Vietnamese-American community through education, health, social services, cultural preservation, and community engagement.

The Maryland Mid-Autumn Festival attracts more than 4,000 attendees each year and features live cultural performances, children's activities, traditional lantern celebrations, community resources, food vendors, local businesses, and family-friendly entertainment.

We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help create a safe, welcoming, and memorable experience for our community.

Volunteer opportunities include:

• Event Setup & Breakdown
• Registration & Guest Services
• Children's Activities
• Lantern Parade
• Stage & Performance Support
• Vendor Assistance
• Information Booth
• Photography & Videography
• Social Media Support
• Logistics & Crowd Guidance
• General Event Assistance

No previous experience is required.

Training and orientation will be provided before the event.

MCPS Student Service Learning (SSL) hours are available.

MCPS Student Service Learning (SSL) Hours: This volunteer opportunity is intended to qualify for MCPS SSL hours upon approval. Volunteers are responsible for following MCPS SSL requirements and obtaining any required documentation. VAS will verify completed volunteer service after the event.

Whether you are a student, professional, retiree, family, or community member, we welcome you to join us in celebrating culture, service, and community.

Volunteers will be assigned to event teams by the VAS Operations Team based on event needs. Volunteer confirmation emails, parking instructions, event schedules, and team assignments will be emailed to all registered volunteers before the event. 

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.

Bring a dose of comfort and fun to children who are hospitalized due to critical or chronic illness. Your family will make no-sew blankets, handmade board books, and activity worksheets to donate to Children’s National Hospital. Hospital stays can be stressful and overwhelming for children. By creating comfort items and fun activities, your work at this project helps take a child’s mind away from the pain and stress of staying in a hospital in order to make for a better recovery.

Register here: https://events.dc.thehoneycombproject.org/?_gl=1*l28nru*_gcl_au*ODg3MjYzNzc1LjE3Nzc1Njk4MjIuLS4tLjE3ODQzNzc0OTMuNjE1NjE1MzcyLjE3ODQ1NTU5MDUuMTc4NDU1NzY0Ng..

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.

Bring a dose of comfort and fun to children who are hospitalized due to critical or chronic illness. Your family will make no-sew blankets, handmade board books, and activity worksheets to donate to Children’s National Hospital. Hospital stays can be stressful and overwhelming for children. By creating comfort items and fun activities, your work at this project helps take a child’s mind away from the pain and stress of staying in a hospital in order to make for a better recovery.

Register here: https://events.dc.thehoneycombproject.org/?_gl=1*l28nru*_gcl_au*ODg3MjYzNzc1LjE3Nzc1Njk4MjIuLS4tLjE3ODQzNzc0OTMuNjE1NjE1MzcyLjE3ODQ1NTU5MDUuMTc4NDU1NzY0Ng..

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.

Bring a dose of comfort and fun to children who are hospitalized due to critical or chronic illness. Your family will make no-sew blankets, handmade board books, and activity worksheets to donate to Children’s National Hospital. Hospital stays can be stressful and overwhelming for children. By creating comfort items and fun activities, your work at this project helps take a child’s mind away from the pain and stress of staying in a hospital in order to make for a better recovery.

Register here: https://events.dc.thehoneycombproject.org/?_gl=1*l28nru*_gcl_au*ODg3MjYzNzc1LjE3Nzc1Njk4MjIuLS4tLjE3ODQzNzc0OTMuNjE1NjE1MzcyLjE3ODQ1NTU5MDUuMTc4NDU1NzY0Ng..

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.

Bring a dose of comfort and fun to children who are hospitalized due to critical or chronic illness. Your family will make no-sew blankets, handmade board books, and activity worksheets to donate to Children’s National Hospital. Hospital stays can be stressful and overwhelming for children. By creating comfort items and fun activities, your work at this project helps take a child’s mind away from the pain and stress of staying in a hospital in order to make for a better recovery.

Register here: https://events.dc.thehoneycombproject.org/?_gl=1*l28nru*_gcl_au*ODg3MjYzNzc1LjE3Nzc1Njk4MjIuLS4tLjE3ODQzNzc0OTMuNjE1NjE1MzcyLjE3ODQ1NTU5MDUuMTc4NDU1NzY0Ng..

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.

Roll up your sleeves! Join us at The Well at Oxon Run to help revive and maintain a community garden that provides fresh produce for the community to promote wellness and healthy living. Your family will learn how The Well builds community and supports wellness through food. Our tasks change seasonally, but often include planting, weeding, harvesting food, and other garden maintenance. Your work at this project helps support the garden’s harvest and maintain a welcoming place for the community.

Register here: https://events.dc.thehoneycombproject.org/?_gl=1*l28nru*_gcl_au*ODg3MjYzNzc1LjE3Nzc1Njk4MjIuLS4tLjE3ODQzNzc0OTMuNjE1NjE1MzcyLjE3ODQ1NTU5MDUuMTc4NDU1NzY0Ng..

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.

Roll up your sleeves! Join us at The Well at Oxon Run to help revive and maintain a community garden that provides fresh produce for the community to promote wellness and healthy living. Your family will learn how The Well builds community and supports wellness through food. Our tasks change seasonally, but often include planting, weeding, harvesting food, and other garden maintenance. Your work at this project helps support the garden’s harvest and maintain a welcoming place for the community.

Register here: https://events.dc.thehoneycombproject.org/?_gl=1*l28nru*_gcl_au*ODg3MjYzNzc1LjE3Nzc1Njk4MjIuLS4tLjE3ODQzNzc0OTMuNjE1NjE1MzcyLjE3ODQ1NTU5MDUuMTc4NDU1NzY0Ng..

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.

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue has an adoption event on Sunday, August 16th at the Falls Church PetSmart.

Come spend the afternoon with a Lucky Dog! We need dog handlers to hold a dog's leash during our adoption event and talk up the dog to potential adopters. We also need drivers to drive Lucky Dogs to and from our adoption event. Handler check-in is at 11:15 am (dog check-in starts at 11:45 am). You should plan to stay until 3:30 pm.

The final day to sign up for any event is the Friday before that specific event.

Signing up on this platform does NOT guarantee you a volunteer spot. On the Monday before the event, our events team will reach out to reconfirm your availability. You MUST respond to that email to be added to the list of volunteers for the event.

Must be at least 7 years old to volunteer, and anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent present at all times (the parent must be the one physically holding the dog's leash). Please note that you MUST have one adult in attendance for each child.

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.

Team NEST4US will be serving lunch for the guests at Grace's Table/Georgetown Ministry Center. Let's give hope to those in need!! Any questions, contact us at info@nest4us.org

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E084AA4A729AB9-64834680-feeding#/

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.

Through our NEST Nurtures zero hunger program, we remain committed to providing consistent, affordable access to a diverse array of nutritious foods - from fresh produce, dairy products, and snack packs to baked goods, prepared meals, and grocery bags. Join us for our community resource distribution event to benefit families in need. Let's fill in the spots & make this event successful!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E084AA4A729AB9-48334079-nest4us#/

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.

We are offering a free, two-week Summer Academic and Cultural Enrichment Summer Program designed to improve academic achievement in Literacy and Math, for about 50 students entering grades 1-5. The program aims to equip the students to become competent in literacy, math, and cultural awareness. 

We are offering SSL hours to students between the ages of 13-18. Some of the service-learning activities include: 

The program is scheduled for weeks of July 27th-31st, and August 3rd-7th, 2026, from 8:30am- 12:30pm. An Orientation is scheduled for July 23rd from 10am-2pm.

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.

Roll up your sleeves! Join us at The Well at Oxon Run to help revive and maintain a community garden that provides fresh produce for the community to promote wellness and healthy living. Your family will learn how The Well builds community and supports wellness through food. Our tasks change seasonally, but often include planting, weeding, harvesting food, and other garden maintenance. Your work at this project helps support the garden’s harvest and maintain a welcoming place for the community.

Register here: https://events.dc.thehoneycombproject.org/?_gl=1*l28nru*_gcl_au*ODg3MjYzNzc1LjE3Nzc1Njk4MjIuLS4tLjE3ODQzNzc0OTMuNjE1NjE1MzcyLjE3ODQ1NTU5MDUuMTc4NDU1NzY0Ng..

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.

Help athletes in our community get in the game and experience the joy of sports! Your family will help sort, organize, and prepare donated sports equipment with Leveling the Playing Field, an organization that redistributes quality gear to kids and communities who need it most. This project helps remove barriers such as cost and limited access to gear. By stocking the warehouse with equipment donations, you’ll help more kids stay active, build confidence, and feel included on and off the field.

Register here: https://events.dc.thehoneycombproject.org/?_gl=1*l28nru*_gcl_au*ODg3MjYzNzc1LjE3Nzc1Njk4MjIuLS4tLjE3ODQzNzc0OTMuNjE1NjE1MzcyLjE3ODQ1NTU5MDUuMTc4NDU1NzY0Ng..

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.

Clean up trash with the with Glenmont Forest Neighbors Civic Association (GFNCA)

Join the Glenmont Forest Neighbors Civic Association on the second Sunday of each month from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM to help clean up trash and recycling in the Glenmont Forest neighborhood and surrounding areas.

You are welcome to participate as often as you’d like — monthly attendance is encouraged but not required.

Why It Matters

During rainstorms, discarded trash and recycling wash into storm drains and flow into rivers, lakes, and oceans. By removing litter from our neighborhood, we help prevent pollution and protect our waterways — even our drinking water. Together, we can make a visible difference in our community and environment.

Meeting Location: Little Library at Lindell St. & Judson Rd. Silver Spring, MD

What’s Provided:

What to Bring & Wear:

Please wear:

Please bring:

Student Service Learning (SSL) SSL hours are available for students.

Come help keep our neighborhood clean and protect our shared environment.

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.

Volunteers will create physical cheerful penpal letters to brighten the day of hospitalized children, seniors, and students. These letters will be distributed to hospitals, senior centers, and youth programs to help brighten someone’s day and reduce feelings of isolation. Each letter is 1 SSL hour. Please include a separate cover letter including your name, email address, school name, and number of cards submitted.

Artwork Guidelines:

Artwork can be created using: Colored pencils, markers, watercolor, crayons, etc. All drawings must be fully colored.

Physical artworks should be created on cardstock, watercolor paper, or letter paper (cardstock or watercolor paper preferred). Fold the paper in half and only draw on one side of the paper. The other side will be used to write the letter. You can draw anything appropriate and encouraging. Please avoid violent and scary themes. Some good drawing ideas include nature landscapes, animals, flowers, sunsets, etc. 

Letter Guidelines: Write a letter (6-10 sentences) about: something you did recently, a hobby you enjoy, a favorite place or season, something that made you smile, etc. The letter must fill up both sides of the inside of the card. Please do not mention illness, politics, hospitals or write phrases like “get well soon.” Instead, focus on sharing something cheerful about your life. Each completed card counts as 1 SSL hour. Please start with a friendly greeting such as: Hi there! Hello! Please only include your first name at the end of the letter (Ex. Love, Alex). Letters should be handwritten so they feel more personal and genuine to the recipient.

Please do not include any personal information such as your full name, email address, or home address in your notes. Also, please do not include any real-life pictures or images of yourself. 

Examples: 

Submissions must meet basic quality standards. SSL hours will not be awarded if they: Are not fully colored, include AI-generated artwork, appear very low effort (quick scribbles, unfinished drawings), contain inappropriate or negative content, contain unoriginal/copied content (including templates), etc. Please create artwork that you would feel proud to give to a friend or display on your wall. Our goal is to share high-quality, cheerful artwork and messages that can truly brighten someone’s day.

SSL hours for submissions received before 8/30/2026 will be reviewed and sent out on 9/1/2026

SSL hours for submissions received on or after 9/1/2026 will be reviewed and sent out in January 2027.

Please send submissions (drop off or by mail) to 10 Case Street, 20878 Gaithersburg MD.

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. 

Lakay Assisted Living is seeking compassionate and enthusiastic volunteers to help enrich the lives of older adults in our warm, home-like residential community. Volunteers will assist with recreational activities, social engagement, and occasional mealtime support while building meaningful relationships with our residents.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Benefits:

Schedule:
Flexible volunteer hours available after school, evenings, weekends, and school breaks.

Lakay Assisted Living is committed to creating meaningful experiences for seniors while providing volunteers with valuable community service opportunities.

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 Town of Somerset, Maryland needs student service-learning learning volunteers to help manage our Town records and archives. Instruction and guidance is provided by our Town's archivist.

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 every neighborhood in the Washington, D.C., region offers convenient access to a brick-and-mortar food pantry or other hunger resources. To help fill this gap, the Capital Area Food Bank brings no-cost pop-up markets directly into neighborhoods where they’re needed through their Mobile Markets, which offer monthly distribution of free fruits, vegetables, shelf-stable food, and other groceries to area residents.

Mobile Markets occur on the last or second-to-last Thursday of each month at the Rockville Senior Center. Volunteers are needed to assist with food distribution, including setting up tables of produce, bagging produce, helping families select and take food to their cars, and cleaning up.

This opportunity is available for student volunteers to earn 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. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit organization directly with any questions and/or concerns. The nonprofit is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy at any time the student is interacting with the nonprofit and its clients. The nonprofit will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. For SSL hours to be added to a student’s record, students must submit MCPS Form 560-51, Student Service Learning Activity Verification Form, to the school SSL coordinator by the due dates on the form (no later than the last Friday in May), which can be found at bit.ly/SSLReflection. Students will need to complete sections 1 and 3 of MCPS Form 560-51 in full. In lieu of section 2 of MCPS Form 560-51, students should attach the “SSL Hour Form” completed and provided to the student by the City of Rockville supervisor.

We're looking for volunteers with a heart for making a difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Join us at our weekly climbing practices and help create a welcoming, inclusive community where kids and adults with special needs can build confidence, friendships, independence, and a lifelong love for climbing.

You don't need any climbing experience—we'll teach you everything you need to know. All you need is a positive attitude, compassion, and a willingness to encourage others as they reach new heights.

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** Bonus: Enjoy FREE climbing after your volunteer shift! **

After you register on Volunteer Montgomery, please register on our website: https://unitedrocks.org/volunteer/ to get a welcome email with next steps.

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.

Join Rockville Weed Warrior Leaders for a workday in the native pollinator garden. We will spread wood chips and carefully weed invasives from among the native plants. Space is limited and registration is required. Please only respond to this opportunity if you plan to attend the event. If multiple volunteers are attending from your group/family please register by clicking RESPOND AS TEAM and ensure all volunteers are added.

This is event is not part of the Montgomery Parks Weed Warrior Program and cannot count toward Montgomery Parks Weed Warrior certification requirements. Find Montgomery Parks events here.

Volunteers under 14 and under must always be accompanied by a responsible adult. Volunteers under 16 may only use tools if their parent/guardian is present and at the parent/guardian's discretion. The group will meet at the Dawson Farm Park sign on Brice Road, Rockville, MD 20852. You may be contacted with a volunteer survey following this event. 

Volunteers agree to comply with the Rockville Weed Warrior Program Conditions and Safety Guidelines.

You will be working in forested areas with dense brush and may encounter thorns and sharp branches. Please dress accordingly. We recommend long pants that cover your ankles, long sleeves, and sturdy, closed-toed shoes. Bring plenty of water to drink and gloves, pruners, and loppers if you have them. Gloves and tools are available to borrow if you don’t have your own. No power tools or machetes allowed.

This opportunity is available for student volunteers to earn 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. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit organization directly with any questions and/or concerns. The nonprofit is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy at any time the student is interacting with the nonprofit and its clients. The nonprofit will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. For SSL hours to be added to a student’s record, students must submit MCPS Form 560-51, Student Service Learning Activity Verification Form, to the school SSL coordinator by the due dates on the form (no later than the last Friday in May), which can be found at bit.ly/SSLReflection. Students will need to complete sections 1 and 3 of MCPS Form 560-51 in full. In lieu of section 2 of MCPS Form 560-51, students should attach the “SSL Hour Form” completed and provided to the student by the City of Rockville supervisor.

SSL Hours: 1 original educational coloring page = 1 SSL hour (research + design + learning element). Complex pages may earn 2 hours — see the tiered system below.

Where: Fully virtual — from home, by hand or digitally (tablet/software).

Who it helps: Pediatric patients in care settings supported by Arts-n-STEM4Hearts, including local hospitals and children's facilities.

Turn creativity into healing and learning! Volunteers create original coloring pages that blend cheerful art with a simple STEM learning element. We compile them into themed educational booklets and deliver them — or mail them digitally/print — to kids receiving care.

NOTE: You may use AI tools only to digitize and clean up your own hand-drawn designs (for example, to make lines bolder, convert to clean vector format, or improve scan quality for better printing).
Do not use AI to generate or construct the main illustrations, scenes, characters, or overall page content.

We award hours based on the depth of the page, so effort is recognized fairly:

As you complete the project, keep a log of the hours spent working on the project (Date, Time in, Time Out, Total Hours, Activity Description). Email your log and finished page(s) as quality PDF files to support@arts-n-stem4hearts.org, including your name, the theme, the intended age range, and which tier you're claiming. We'll review each page for quality completion and confirm hours for your SSL form.

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.

SSL Hours: 15 completed cards = 1 SSL hour

Where: From home, on your own schedule

Who it helps: Hospital patients, veterans, first responders, and assisted-living residents served by Arts-n-STEM4Hearts.

Brighten someone's day with a handmade card! Volunteers design and create handwritten cards that we deliver to people who need a little encouragement — patients, seniors, veterans, and first responders. Every card you make goes directly to someone in our community. Make 15 cards to earn 1 SSL hour. You're welcome to make as many sets as you'd like.

What materials or supplies do I need? You can use any supplies you have at home! Cardstock, printer paper, crayons, pens, paints, markers, or design digitally and print — whatever you've got. Feel free to be creative!

Do the cards have to be a specific size? Typically we receive cards about 5 x 7 inches, folded in half. Please put all cards in one envelope or bag, and group/label them together by the type of card (for example, "Get Well" or "Thank You").

How should I sign the cards? Do not give any personal information in the cards — this is for your safety. You can keep it anonymous, or write: "[Your first name], Arts-n-STEM4Hearts Foundation Volunteer."

Can you help with what to write inside? Of course! Here are a few starters — and feel free to research other appropriate card-message ideas too.

Get well cards:

"You are amazing, and someone is thinking of you today!"

"Sending you a big smile and lots of cheer. You brighten the world!"

"Wishing you a wonderful day filled with little joys."

"You matter, and you're awesome just as you are!"

Thank you cards for first responders or military:

"Thank you for your sacrifices and hard work! You are our true hero! Be strong and have courage!"

"Thank you for your courage and strength. We are thinking of you and sending our gratitude."

As you complete the project, keep a log of the hours spent working on the project (Date, Time in, Time Out, Total Hours, Activity Description). Count your completed cards (15 cards = 1 hour), label your bundle, and email us at support@arts-n-stem4hearts.org to coordinate the card drop-off. Have your SSL form and your time log emailed for verification, and include your name and the number of cards completed in the email body.

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.

DC JazzFest is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to support the 2026 DC JazzFest, taking place throughout Washington, DC during Labor Day weekend, September 2–7, 2026.

As one of the nation's premier jazz festivals, DC JazzFest brings together world-class artists, music lovers, and community members for a week of performances, educational programs, and cultural experiences.

Volunteers play a critical role in helping us create a welcoming, organized, and memorable experience for all attendees. Opportunities include guest services, registration, VIP support, stage assistance, merchandise, and more. Volunteers receive a festival t-shirt, community service hours (if applicable), valuable event experience, and the opportunity to support one of Washington, DC's premier cultural events.

Volunteer shifts are available throughout festival week, including city-wide events leading up to festival weekend at The Wharf and Arena Stage.

Volunteer Sign-Up Form: https://forms.gle/hejgzrzM2oSRmqpZ9

We look forward to welcoming volunteers from across the region as we celebrate another incredible year of DC JazzFest.

Questions? Contact Portia Lawson at portia@dcjazzfest.org
Thank you for supporting DC JazzFest!

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.

PLEASE REGISTER FOR THE CLEANUP HERE! 

Join Montgomery Parks at a volunteer park cleanup! Help beautify your community green spaces, keep litter out of our streams, and protect wildlife!  

Please click on the ‘Register’ button to sign up for the cleanup. Please note that when an event fills up, it disappears from the schedule. Cleanups will be added throughout the season, so check back often! We’ll send cleanup details to all registered volunteers on the week of the cleanup.

Cleanup Leader: Drew Mackay

For questions contact: volunteercleanups@montgomeryparks.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 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 Folk is all all-volunteer event and we need dozens of people to help make it happen! From performer and instrument check-in to stage set up and operations, there are lots of fun opportunities to be part of an amazing and special program that attracts thousands of people each year. Students can earn SSL hours but all ages welcome. Some parents volunteer with their children!  Join us! The application to apply and specify preferences is here: https://wff.fsgw2.org/wff/volunteerform.php

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.

Join us for SUMMERFEST 2026 - "A Whole New Scene at Olney Theatre!"

Volunteer on Sunday, August 9, 2026, as We Welcome Visitors to Campus.

Summerfest 2026 marks the opening of newly built venues to the public for the first time, and we'd love for you to be part of the excitement. The event - from 11:30am - 5:00pm - will consist of:

Volunteers will be organized into two-hour blocks of time so you can enjoy the festivities either after or before your shift. Shifts available starting at 9:00am.

Leadership/Captain opportunities for those who have volunteered with us before.

As always, volunteering with us is a great way to earn SSL Hours!

Interested? If you or someone you know is in 8th grade or above and may be interested in volunteering for Summerfest, please complete this Summerfest 2026 Volunteer Questionnaire. 

Please note: You must complete the questionnaire to register. If you respond to this posting directly, we will not have your registration 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. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Description

2026-2027 ongoing SSL Opportunities for youth sponsored by The Tacy Foundation

Here is a list of many different In-Person and remote opportunities that you are invited to choose this school year:

5. Write about your Piano Pals® or Guitar Pals® or Reading Express® Your Reflections may be about a particular life lesson that you taught this fall or last year during the holiday season. Tell about how your young student saw the world of holidays through his or her eyes. Your writing may reflect (1) a change in your idea of community service, (2) what you discovered that you did not know before you taught (Write about this in regard to the children whom you are serving), and/or (3) the importance of music in the lives of the children you are working with. It may include a particularly difficult challenge that you faced or are facing in working with children. The piece may be about how you discovered a side of yourself you had not known before these music classes. Relate how you would like to take what you learned into the world to share with others and to serve again. (1 SSL hour after it is published online or in the Newsletter). Send to volunteer.thetacyfoundation@gmail.comand/or thetacyfoundation@gmail.com.  

Piano Pals for Elementary school children, Guitar Pals for Elementary school children, and Piano Pals for Seniors.  Look for Summer Training sessions (coming in July) for new volunteers.  And for Fall opportunities in Title 1 schools.  Experienced mentors will teach new volunteers.  

9.  Receive invitations for Live Music events at Seniors facilities and hospitals throughout Montgomery County.  These are monthly in-person music programs by youth in Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Bethesda, Potomac, Rockville, Germantown, and Gaithersburg.  Other live music opportunities continue in Frederick and Washington DC at Hopkins Sibley Memorial.

Student participation in the above service projects 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. The above service activities are designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home. Consent Forms for Virtual Learning by 501(c)(3) organizations (The Tacy Foundation) must be signed by the parent prior to enrollment. No exceptions.

Share your wisdom and experience with a motivated young adult!

Future Link students are first-generation to college, low income, ages 18-25 and are working towards a brighter future. Our students are resilient, insightful, and motivated, and though the barriers they face threaten derailment, our program helps students process complex issues, identify solutions, and develop and implement plans so that they may realize their fullest potential. Students need additional support to help navigate challenges as they attend Montgomery College, a vocational training program, work full-time, or choose to re-access their education plan.

Seeking tutors for college students taking classes in a range of topics:

Tutors meet weekly with a student (virtual or in person) for a semester.

Apply online today at https://futurelinkmd.org/volunteer-opportunities/

Once your application has been received, a Future Link staff member will contact you to schedule a conversation to learn more.

Share your wisdom and experience with a motivated young adult!

Future Link students are first-generation to college, low income, ages 18-25 and are working towards a brighter future. Our students are resilient, insightful, and motivated, and though the barriers they face threaten derailment, mentors help students process complex issues, identify solutions, and develop and implement plans so that they may realize their fullest potential. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused even greater disadvantages to our already marginalized student population, which is why our students need additional support to help navigate challenges as they attend Montgomery College, a vocational training program, work full-time, or choose to re-access their education plan.

Students enter the Future Link program through a 15-week Self-Advocacy and Career Development Seminar, after which they are matched with a mentor.  

Mentors meet the student where they are, working with them on:

Mentors become the regular point of contact with the student and the Future Link staff. In addition, Future Link provides resources as needed to support the student and mentor. For instance, if the student needs to create a budget or a LinkedIn profile and that is not the mentor's strength, a different volunteer will work with the student in that area.

Mentors attend two training sessions and a one-on-one meeting with staff before meeting their mentee. Continuous support is provided once matched with a mentee. We request an initial one-year commitment with an option to continue beyond that time frame. Mentors must be 30+ years of age, live or work in Montgomery County, Maryland and have at least five years’ work experience in their career field.

There is no greater reward then helping transform a life!

Apply online today at futurelinkmd.org/mentor-application. Once your application has been received, a Future Link staff member will contact you to schedule a conversation to learn more.

To support all the students (ages 18-25) requesting help, we are seeking volunteers who could commit to 2-3 hours per week for a commitment of 3 months helping students in their efforts to obtain an internship or job.

Work with students on career/internship activities including:

Training (two 1.5 hour sessions) and support will be provided to explain the successful process we use to support our students in these efforts.

Interested to learn more? Complete this short form https://form.jotform.com/81224548384157 and a staff member will contact you to set up a time to talk.

Roles & Responsibilities

Applicants should

* Seasonal and Long term commitments are encouraged

Volunteer Responsibilities: 

Applicants should be: 

As an ESYDA volunteer coach, you will receive: 

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

Meet at the 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.

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

Meet at the 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.

PLEASE REGISTER FOR THE VOLUNTEER EVENT HERE!

Join Montgomery Parks & Neighbors of Northwest Branch at a volunteer park cleanup! Help beautify your community green spaces, keep litter out of our streams, and protect wildlife!  

Please click on the ‘Register’ button to sign up for the cleanup. Please note that when an event fills up, it disappears from the schedule. Cleanups will be added throughout the season, so check back often! We’ll send cleanup details to all registered volunteers on the week of the cleanup.

Cleanup Leader: Nick Clements & Dawson Pennypacker

For questions contact: volunteercleanups@montgomeryparks.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 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 MCCPTA Central Summer Area Advocacy Meeting (SAAM) is on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 and the Area Vice President (AVP) & Cluster Coordinators (CCs) need your help to make it a success. Students are highly encouraged to attend and will earn SSL hours for participating in the various roles described below. MCPS parents/caregivers are welcomed in all discussions and volunteer roles; students can earn SSL hours for assisting where indicated.

On July 29th the Central Area PTAs (Churchill, Richard Montgomery, Poolesville, Rockville, Wootton clusters)invite you to share your priorities for the 2026-2027 school year and to talk with MCPS leadership, elected, and appointed officials about how we can partner to address those priorities. Please join us!

What we need:

Kindly RSVP here so we have accurate attendance information: RSVP 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.

Must reside locally in the Washington, DC, Maryland, or Northern Virginia area.

Grace Helping Hands (GHH) is seeking a Board Member with a Human Resources Background to provide strategic HR guidance, strengthen governance practices, and help ensure the organization operates with integrity, clarity, and accountability.

In this role, the Board Member will support GHH’s mission of providing hygiene and feminine products to individuals, specifically women facing homelessness, offering dignity and care regardless of financial or living circumstances.

About Us
Grace Helping Hands is a grassroots nonprofit dedicated to restoring dignity and supporting stability for women and children experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity. Through the distribution of hygiene and self-care kits, we serve communities across Maryland in partnership with local shelters and organizations.

This is a voluntary board position requiring approximately 4–6 hours per month.

·         Establish and support policies that guide GHH’s organizational goals and HR-related practices.

·         Help shape major initiatives and assess opportunities for growth, improvement, or transformation.

·         Monitor the effectiveness of GHH’s services to ensure they continue advancing the organization’s mission.

·         Attend Board meetings, review materials in advance, and contribute to discussions and decisions.

·         Serve on at least one committee or lead a defined project each year.

·         Respond promptly to Board communications and complete assigned action items on time.

·         Review and recommend updates to governance policies, bylaws, codes of ethics, and related documents.

·         Monitor compliance with applicable laws, conflict-of-interest policies, and nonprofit governance best practices.

·        Act in the organization's best interest, not personal or outside interests; disclosing conflicts of interest.

·        Support fundraising efforts by making a personal contribution, cultivating donor relationships, and participating in Board-led fundraising activities.

·        Serve as an ambassador by promoting GHH’s mission, strengthening community relationships, and representing the organization with professionalism and integrity.

·         Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.

·         Minimum of five years of professional Human Resources experience.

·         Strong understanding of nonprofit governance, ideally supported by prior board service.

·         Demonstrated maturity, integrity, and discretion when handling highly confidential information.

·         Must reside locally in the Washington, DC, Maryland, or Northern Virginia area.

Interested candidates should submit a brief statement of interest and resume/CV to info@gracehelpinghands.org.

Candidates will be invited to meet with the Governance/Nominating representatives and attend a Board meeting as an observer prior to formal appointment.

Through our NEST Nurtures zero hunger program, we remain committed to providing consistent, affordable access to a diverse array of nutritious foods - from fresh produce, dairy products, and snack packs to baked goods, prepared meals, and grocery bags. Join us for our community resource distribution event to benefit families in need. Let's fill in the spots & make this event successful!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E084AA4A729AB9-48334079-nest4us#/

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.

Join Weed Warrior Supervisor Maria for a non-native, invasive plant removal workday in Rock Creek Stream Valley Unit 6. We will focus on non-native, invasive vines, especially wisteria (Wisteria floribunda). Native vines, including native grape, are also present and beneficial, so we will avoid those.

We will meet in Rock Creek Stream Valley Unit 6, at the Parklawn Community Garden (12718 Veirs Mill Road, Rockville). Instructions will be sent after you register.

Please wear long pants that cover your ankles, tall socks, long sleeves, and sturdy, closed-toed shoes. Bring gloves, pruners, small folding hand saws and/or loppers if you have them. Gardening-type gloves and tools are available to borrow if you don’t have your own. No power tools or machetes allowed. Please bring water to drink.

Each volunteer must register directly with Montgomery Parks with their own account.

This workday is pre-approved for MCPS SSL hours. Volunteers must be 16 years or older to join this event.

Learn more about the Weed Warrior program

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.

Join Weed Warrior Supervisor Kathryn for a non-native, invasive plant removal workday in Sligo Creek Stream Valley Unit 4 (between Forest Glen Road and University Blvd in Silver Spring). More details, including the exact meeting location, will be emailed to all pre-registrants.

We will focus on non-native, invasive vines and shrubs, including porcelain berry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata), wintercreeper (Euonymus fortunei), English ivy (Hedera helix), Japanese barberry (Berberisthunbergii), and bush honeysuckle (mainly Lonicera maackii). Native Virginia creeper and poison ivy are also present and beneficial, so we will avoid those.

Please wear long pants that cover your ankles, long sleeves, tall socks, and sturdy, closed-toed shoes. Bring gloves, pruners, small folding hand saws and/or loppers if you have them. Gardening-type gloves and tools are available to borrow if you don’t have your own. No power tools or machetes allowed. Please bring water to drink. Please note: Court Ordered Volunteer Hours can’t be granted through this workday.

Each volunteer must register directly with Montgomery Parks with their own account. More details, including the exact meeting location, will be emailed to you after you register.

This event is capped at 15 people

Learn more about the Weed Warrior program.

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.

A variety of non-native, invasive plant species are present in Montgomery Parks. By their nature, these plants can take over an area quickly and threaten our native plant communities and the wildlife that depends on them.

Join one of our Weed Warrior workday events to learn how you can help control non-native, invasive plants and preserve the health of our parks! Instruction and tools will be provided.

Events are held in parks throughout the county and are led by volunteer Weed Warrior Supervisors and/or park staff. See event description for exact locations, times and meeting points.

Each volunteer must register separately with Montgomery Parks by creating their own account.

Most events are for ages 16+. For events that allow younger children, all volunteers 14 and under must be accompanied by a registered, responsible adult.

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.

Join Weed Warrior Supervisor Jill and Weed Warrior Fred for a non-native, invasive plant removal workday in Rachel Carson Conservation Park in Olney, MD. Meet in the main parking lot at 22201 Zion Road at 9:50 am. Please note, there are no restroom facilities at this park. We will cancel for heavy rain or high winds; pre-registrants will be notified.

We will work in the forested area and focus on non-native, invasive vines and shrubs, including porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa var. brevipedunculata), wintercreeper (Euonymus fortunei), English ivy (Hedera helix), roundleaf bittersweet (Celastrus orbiculatus), winged burning bush (Euonymus alatus), and bush honeysuckle (mainly Lonicera maackii).

Please wear long pants that cover your ankles, long sleeves, tall socks, and sturdy, closed-toed shoes. Bring gloves, pruners, small folding hand saws and/or loppers if you have them. Gardening-type gloves and tools are available to borrow if you don’t have your own. No power tools or machetes allowed. Please bring water to drink.

Each volunteer must register directly with Montgomery Parks with their own account. More details, including the exact meeting location, will be emailed to you after you register.

Learn more about the Weed Warrior program.

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.

PLEASE REGISTER FOR THE CLEANUP HERE! 

Join Montgomery Parks at a volunteer park cleanup! Help beautify your community green spaces, keep litter out of our streams, and protect wildlife!  

Please click on the ‘Register’ button to sign up for the cleanup. Please note that when an event fills up, it disappears from the schedule. Cleanups will be added throughout the season, so check back often! We’ll send cleanup details to all registered volunteers on the week of the cleanup.

Cleanup Leader: Dawson Pennypacker

For questions contact: volunteercleanups@montgomeryparks.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 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.

PLEASE REGISTER FOR THE EVENT HERE! 

Join Montgomery Parks & Friends of Sligo Creek at a volunteer park cleanup! Help beautify your community green spaces, keep litter out of our streams, and protect wildlife.  

We’ll send cleanup details and weather updates to all registered volunteers on the week of the cleanup. Please note that when an event fills up, it disappears from the schedule. Cleanups will be added throughout the season, so check back often!

Cleanup Leader: Carrie Noel-Nosbaum, Sligo Steward Volunteer / Carrie It Away LLC

We will meet at the parking lot just north (towards Colesville) of Three Oaks Drive. As always, gloves, bags, grabbers (and neon vests for those who work along the road) will be provided. However, if you have your own gloves, etc., please do bring them! Please bring water and dress for the weather. Looking forward to seeing you! 

For questions contact: volunteercleanups@montgomeryparks.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 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 National Foundation for Cancer Research is volunteering in the locker storage area at this year’s Citi Open, taking place between Saturday, July 25 - Sunday, August 2. The event is at Rock Creek Park Tennis Center in DC and volunteers can park on-site at the venue.

We can provide SSL or community service hours as needed.

Volunteers can sign up for single shifts or multiple shifts. We need volunteers at various times, depending on the day, starting as early as 8am and ending as late as 11pm.  Please see the schedule for exact times.

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

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

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

Help needed on:
3rd Thursday of Each Month - 10:30 am - 12:45 pm - June 18, July 16, Aug 20

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

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

Volunteer with older adults and other high school students to discuss favorite graphic novels 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 Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30pm: New Dates Announced for Fall: Sept. 15, Oct. 27, Nov. 17, and Dec. 15. Books to be announced and will be 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.

BlackRock Center for the Arts strives to bring inspiring performances and visual art experiences to a diverse audience in the Germantown area. Our volunteers are a major part of bringing this mission to life! Volunteers provide valuable services to BlackRock while enjoying the opportunity to make new friends and taking advantage of special privileges and experiences.  

Volunteering at BlackRock comes with many opportunities, from concessions, box office, and ushering for our shows to being the face of BlackRock at gallery events, every position is important and vital to our operation!  

As we begin a new volunteer program we would like to get to know you, please fill out our online application at this link: https://www.blackrockcenter.org/volunteer. We will only review volunteer applications through this form.

As of now only volunteers 16+ will be considered for hours. Those selected as volunteers will be sent a volunteer handbook that outlines all positions and training. As of now ALL volunteers will need to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 and a booster shot is strongly preferred! 

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.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Please allow 2 - 4 days for our response to your inquiry.

Are you good with tools?  Enjoy fixing things, building things, solving problems? 

Farms are a magnet for fences and equipment breaking, weeds growing, and random items floating around with apparently no actual purpose.  Our farm is no exception! 

Join our handyperson team for both project and regular maintenance. 

Retired folks especially welcome! (We know you have a lifetime of valuable skills!) 

Not approved for MCPS SSL hours.

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.

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.

Please visit our website for the most updated instructions:

https://kitstoheart.org/pages/volunteers

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. 

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 visit our website for the most updated instructions:

https://kitstoheart.org/pages/volunteers

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.

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

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. 

Please visit our website for the most updated instructions:

https://kitstoheart.org/pages/volunteers

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.

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.

Please visit our website for the most updated instructions:

https://kitstoheart.org/pages/volunteers

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.

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.

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 visit our website for the most updated instructions:

https://kitstoheart.org/pages/volunteers

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. 

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 visit our website for the most updated instructions:

https://kitstoheart.org/pages/volunteers

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. 

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.

Please visit our website for the most updated instructions:

https://kitstoheart.org/pages/volunteers

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

The UpCounty Hub provides fresh produce, shelf stable foods, hygiene items, and some social services for families in our community that are in need.

Volunteer duties vary from loading boxes into the cars or taking data.

Distribution days and times vary depending on the week.  Please sign up for the day and time that works best for you. Please arrive at 8:35am to check in with distribution staff or use the QR code to sign in. 

We depend on each and every one of our volunteers! Each volunteer slot for each shift is needed to help us achieve our goal of distributing food to those in need. If you are not able to attend the shift your signed up for, please remove your name via this website or contact Jance so we can give your volunteer slot to another volunteer.

Please reach out to Janice at joconnor@theupcountyhub.org with any questions about our volunteer opportunities and/or safety measures. 

* If court mandate hours are needed, you must contact Janice O'Connor directly prior to volunteering.  No hours will be given unless previously approved.  Contact Janice at joconnor@theupcountyhub.org for more information or with any questions.*

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

The UpCounty Hub provides fresh produce, shelf stable foods, hygiene items, and some social services for families in our community that are in need.

Volunteer duties include loading boxes into the cars or taking data.

Distribution days and times vary depending on the week.  Please sign up for the day and time that works best for you. Please arrive at 12:40pm to check in with distribution staff.

We depend on each and every one of our volunteers! Each volunteer slot for each shift is needed to help us achieve our goal of distributing food to those in need. If you are not able to attend the shift your signed up for, please remove your name via this website or contact Jance so we can give your volunteer slot to another volunteer.

Please reach out to Janice at joconnor@theupcountyhub.org  with any questions about our volunteer opportunities and/or safety measures. 

*  If court mandate hours are needed, you must contact Janice O'Connor directly prior to volunteering.  No hours will be given unless previously approved.  Contact Janice at joconnor@theupcountyhub.org for more information or with any questions.*

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

We will be hosting Vacation Bible School Family Nights on Monday, July 27, Tuesday, July 28, and Wednesday, July 29 at Fairhaven UMC from 6:00pm-8:00pm. We will need help from 5:15pm-8:15pm with set up, clean up, and appreciate your flexibility with being assigned to different activity stations. There will be activity stations for Crafts, Recreation, Story Telling, Music & Movement, Snack, and Mission & Action. There will be a mandatory training session on Sunday, July 26 from 11:45am-1:45pm at Fairhaven UMC. Thank you for your interest!

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 Jenn's Uncommon Critters Rescue Program is a 100% volunteer organization and we rely on fosters to help us care for animals that have been surrendered to our organization.

Basic Requirements:

Additional information including Foster Application and Agreement is on our website: https://www.jennsuncommoncritters.org/support/fostering

Not approved for MCPS Student Service Learning (SSL) hours.  

Mansfield Kaseman Health Clinic (cmrocks.org/mkhc) is urgently seeking a Physical Therapist with a current license to practice in Maryland to volunteer and support our mission of providing care to uninsured patients in Montgomery County.

Our clinic serves a vulnerable population that depends on compassionate providers like you. Your time and expertise can make a meaningful difference in improving mobility, recovery, and quality of life for our patients.  

If you or someone you know is interested, we would greatly appreciate your support. Thank you for helping us serve our community!

We are looking for an interpreter to support our Emergency Management Specialists at the Crossroads Farmers Market Event in Takoma Park. No emergency management knowledge is needed, only Spanish speaking interpretation skills. 

Not approved for MCPS Student Service Learning (SSL) hours.

We are looking for an interpreter to support our Emergency Management Specialists at the Crossroads Farmers Market Event in Takoma Park. No emergency management knowledge is needed, only Spanish speaking interpretation skills. 

Not approved for MCPS Student Service Learning (SSL) hours.