Opportunities From: Montgomery County Volunteer Center

The Interfaith Works Women's Center at Crabbs Branch provides short-term, emergency shelter services to adult women. In addition to temporary shelter, the IW Women's Center also provides case management services to each client. These services connect clients to other community resources, such as primary medical care, legal services, psychiatric services, permanent housing services, and vocational services.

We are looking for volunteers to prepare meals for the 50 clients at the IW Women's Center, located at 16911 Crabbs Branch Way, Derwood, MD 20855. Meals need to be dropped off at the following times (please note you can drop off meals earlier):

· Breakfast: drop off by 6:00 am or the day before

· Lunch: drop off by 11:30 am

· Dinner: drop off by 6:00 pm

You can sign up for dates to provide meals here.

Students can earn 2 SSL hours for making homemade meals (not for store-bought or purchased items).  

If you are interested in providing a meal to our clients and would like to serve we can have up to 5 volunteers. Masks are required for all volunteers along with a temperature and symptom upon arrival. Breakfast is drop off only. Students can also earn SSL hours for the time spent serving meals outside of school hours.

If you're dropping off meals, please label the containers with the ingredients so our clients with dietary restrictions can be aware. When you arrive, you can either call our front staff at 301-978-7041 or come into the lobby to deliver your donations. There will also be a cart outside available for you to use, if needed.

If you would like a copy of the meal guidelines, or have any questions or concerns please reach out to the Community Engagement and Volunteer Coordinator, Michelle Harris, at mharris@iworksmc.org.

Thank you for your support!

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.

Makom is looking for enthusiastic student volunteers to help with our Bowling Club for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Volunteers will:
• Welcome participants at the entrance
• Help direct them to payment, shoe pickup, and assigned lanes
• Support participants during bowling (encouragement, guidance, and social interaction)

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 on Saturday, May 16, 2026, 10:00am at the Gaithersburg Public Library (18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20879) to celebrate and preserve the historic community of Prathertown! We’re seeking a friendly, organized Registration Coordinator to help welcome participants and manage event sign-ins at our upcoming preservation gathering.

What you’ll do:

Checking in registered guests.

Registering guests who did not pre register.

Distributing name badges, event materials, and bracelets.

Monitoring room capacity and observing safety risks.

Calculate number of attendees at the end of the event.

Encourage participants to complete the event survey.

Thank participants for coming and sharing upcoming events at the end.

General Event Support.

Ideal for: Volunteers who enjoy meeting new people, keeping things organized, and supporting community heritage events. If you’re passionate about local history and want to take part in preserving Prathertown’s legacy, this is a great way to get involved!

Please Note: Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own food and water. Breaks will be included, and SSL forms will be provided. Feel free to bring canned goods to donate to our food drive. Participants should include their best contact number to be informed of any changes to this service project. There will be no refrigeration available for food items.

Prathertown Community Development Corporation Contact Information:
Email: info@prathertown.org - Phone: (301) 258-1003 - Website:www.prathertown.org -7901 Queenair Drive, Suite 108 Gaithersburg, MD, 20879

As with all our projects, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage and agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property

damage.

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 on Saturday, May 16, 2026, 10:00am at the Gaithersburg Public Library (18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20879) to celebrate and preserve the historic community of Prathertown!

We’re looking for an enthusiastic Craft Coordinator to assist with hands-on craft activities during our upcoming preservation celebration.

What you’ll do:

Set up and organize the craft area before the event.

Guide participants as they create their own crafts.

Join the fun by making crafts alongside guests when possible.

Observe safety risks of using craft equipment.

General Event Support

Join us on Saturday, May 16, 2026, 10:00am at the Gaithersburg Public Library (18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20879) to celebrate and preserve the historic community of Prathertown!

Help us give visitors a warm welcome to Prathertown! We’re looking for a friendly and outgoing Community Greeter to be the first point of contact for participants at our preservation event.

What you’ll do:

Welcome guests as they arrive and share event information.

Confirm location of restrooms, emergency exits, and first aid kit.

Help guide guests to the event area.

Answer general questions.

Help create a positive, inviting atmosphere that celebrates Prathertown’s community spirit.

Ideal for: Volunteers who enjoy meeting new people, representing the community with pride, and helping everyone feel at home.

Join us in making each guest’s experience memorable while supporting efforts to preserve and celebrate Prathertown’s legacy!

Please Note: Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own food and water. Breaks will be included, and SSL forms will be provided. Feel free to bring canned goods to donate to our food drive. Participants should include their best contact number to be informed of any changes to this service project. There will be no refrigeration available for food items.

Prathertown Community Development Corporation Contact Information:
Email: info@prathertown.org - Phone: (301) 258-1003 - Website:www.prathertown.org -7901 Queenair Drive, Suite 108 Gaithersburg, MD, 20879

As with all our projects, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage and agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property

damage.

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 on Saturday, May 16, 2026, 10:00am at the Gaithersburg Public Library (18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20879) to celebrate and preserve the historic community of Prathertown!

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and community-minded Historical Artifact Organizer to assist with preparing, displaying, and monitoring artifacts and historical materials during the event. This role helps ensure the history of Prathertown is shared safely and meaningfully with all attendees.

What you’ll do:

Assist with setting up and respectfully arranging exhibit space.

Take before and after pictures of exhibit space.

Help monitor artifact tables and ensure items remain organized and protected.

Place signage in windows and tables.

Appropriately place acrylic signs at each historic category.

Cover tables with tablecloths.

Distribute heritage day brochures.

General Event Support.

Ideal for: Volunteers who enjoy local history, have an eye for detail, and take pride in helping preserve and present cultural heritage to the community.

Join us in honoring Prathertown’s legacy by helping showcase its history in a fun and educational way!

Please Note: Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own food and water. Breaks will be included, and SSL forms will be provided. Feel free to bring canned goods to donate to our food drive. Participants should include their best contact number to be informed of any changes to this service project. There will be no refrigeration available for food items.

Prathertown Community Development Corporation Contact Information:
Email: info@prathertown.org - Phone: (301) 258-1003 - Website:www.prathertown.org -7901 Queenair Drive, Suite 108 Gaithersburg, MD, 20879

As with all our projects, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage and agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property

damage.

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 on Saturday, May 16, 2026, 10:00am at the Gaithersburg Public Library (18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20879) to celebrate and preserve the historic community of Prathertown!

We’re looking for a responsible and friendly Refreshment Manager to help coordinate and oversee the event’s snack and beverage area. This volunteer ensures guests feel comfortable, cared for, and refreshed throughout the day while supporting the welcoming spirit of Prathertown.

What you’ll do:

Set up and organize the refreshment table before the event begins.

Distribute pre-packaged snacks and beverages to attendees and volunteers.

Monitor the refreshment area to keep it tidy, stocked, and sanitary.

Ensure that recycling and trash are properly separated.

Assist with cleanup and waste disposal at the end of the event.

General Event Support

Ideal for: Volunteers who enjoy providing hospitality, staying organized, and helping create a positive experience for guests and community members alike.

Join us in keeping everyone energized and smiling while contributing to the success of this special community celebration!

Please Note: Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own food and water. Breaks will be included, and SSL forms will be provided. Feel free to bring canned goods to donate to our food drive. Participants should include their best contact number to be informed of any changes to this service project. There will be no refrigeration available for food items.

Prathertown Community Development Corporation Contact Information:
Email: info@prathertown.org - Phone: (301) 258-1003 - Website:www.prathertown.org -7901 Queenair Drive, Suite 108 Gaithersburg, MD, 20879

As with all our projects, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage and agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property

damage.

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 on Saturday, May 16, 2026, 10:00am at the Gaithersburg Public Library (18330 Montgomery Village Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20879) to celebrate and preserve the historic community of Prathertown!

Collect and sort donated food

Organize food for distribution to community members

Thank donors 

Load donated food into the vehicles or volunteer

Ideal for: Volunteers who enjoy organization, teamwork, and hospitality, and who take pride in helping to provide a great experience for all guests.

Join us for a graphic novel book club where we'll share different perspectives and a love for reading across generations, between older adults and high school students.

This month's book is Victory. Stand! Copies of the book will be available to check out at Potomac Library's Circulation Desk.

We kindly ask that you register for this book club.

Interested teens can register here. Teens can earn SSL hours for their participation.

Interested older adults can register here with the 'REGISTER' button on the left side of the page.

This program is in partnership with Link Generations. 

Questions about this program? Please contact Potomac Library at 240-777-0690.

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.

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

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

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

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

Join us for a graphic novel book club where we'll share different perspectives and a love for reading across generations, between older adults and high school students.

This month's book is The Bodyguard Unit. Copies of the book will be available to check out at Potomac Library's Circulation Desk.

We kindly ask that you register for this book club.

Interested teens can register here. Teens can earn SSL hours for their participation.

Interested older adults can register here with the 'REGISTER' button on the left side of the page.

This program is in partnership with Link Generations. 

Questions about this program? Please contact Potomac Library at 240-777-0690.

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 a graphic novel book club where we'll share different perspectives and a love for reading across generations, between older adults and high school students.

This month's book is The Infinity Particle. Copies of the book will be available to check out at Potomac Library's Circulation Desk.

We kindly ask that you register for this book club.

Interested teens can register here. Teens can earn SSL hours for their participation.

Interested older adults can register here with the 'REGISTER' button on the left side of the page.

This program is in partnership with Link Generations. 

Questions about this program? Please contact Potomac Library at 240-777-0690.

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 needed for Babies Borm Healthy's 6th Annual Right From the Start, a health fair and panel designed to help area families have empowered pregnancies and births. Guests and volunteers will meet local agencies and service providers, learn from maternal health experts and hear from our county's leading public health officials. 

Volunteers are needed for the following roles:

Available shifts: (9a-11a setup only, 11a-2p, 12p-3p) or stay for the entire event.

Know someone who would make a great exhibitor? Contact BBH@montgomerycountymd.gov for registration 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. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Grace Helping Hands is seeking volunteers to assist with social media content creation and posting to help promote our mission of providing essential toiletry kits to homeless women and children.

To ensure consistency and impact, we ask that volunteers commit to 12 months of service and be able to dedicate three hours per week to this role.

Effective 01/01/2026 --

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

ALL VOLUNTEERS must:

Be 15 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 with Janice 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.

Celebrating Arab American Heritage Month!

Organized by Arab Americans of Montgomery County, Middle Eastern American Advisory Group and City of Gaithersburg Multicultural Affairs Committee

~Inspiring commentary
~Engaging conversation
~Vibrant live music
~Cultural and resource tables
~Delicious refreshments

Friday, April 10, 2026 6:00-8:00 PM Activity Center at Bohrer Park  506 S Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877

Time Commitment & Service Hours

Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities

Volunteers may assist with:

Who Should Volunteer

We welcome volunteers who:

Middle Eastern American volunteers, multilingual volunteers, students seeking service hours, and community members of all backgrounds are encouraged to participate.

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 UpCounty Hub is serving families in need. We provide fresh produce, shelf stable foods, emergency and hygiene items, activity kits for kids and social services for the families that we serve.

We are in need of volunteers to assist in our monthly diaper distribution/pantry at The Upcounty Hub. Volunteers' duties vary from handing out diapers to families with appointments to assisting in the food pantry. 

We have added a Tuesday shift (am and pm) to assist our Social Services Team with clients using the pantry. Diapers will NOT be distributed on Tuesday, this is a pantry only volunteer opportunity.

 Please arrive five to ten minutes prior to start time to check in.

Please reach out to Janice @ 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 @ 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.

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.

In recognition of Problem Gambling Awareness Month, students will create short, educational videos to help inform peers and families about gambling risks and healthy decision-making, using trusted information provided by our team and national prevention partners at the National Council on Problem Gambling.

MANDATORY FORMS PRIOR TO SIGNUP (Must complete these forms prior otherwise your signup will be rejected)

- Fill out our SSL student interest form: https://forms.gle/EyRFGR8u83xfy968A

2- Complete the following forms prior to signing up and participating in any event/activity:

Parent consent (completed by a parent/guardian): https://forms.gle/BBV2SJKkcZABocgE8

Student code of conduct: https://forms.gle/DRhWXe68sz5vpkA28

emergency contact form: https://forms.gle/jTnG19YMw8cSExeQ7

parent/student agreement: https://forms.gle/mruTiSLUNzsZsuGY7

Virtual Student participation parental consent: https://forms.gle/ZKZnZtUPbyesLEhz5

All forms are REQUIRED prior to attending, volunteering and earning SSL hours at events.

Title: Problem Gambling Awareness Month - Youth SSL Video Project 

Description: Create educational TikTok & Instagram videos to raise awareness about problem gambling. All work must be original.. Limited slots available—1 student per topic!

SIGN UP HERE: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4CA8A72DA1FBCE9-62683924-problem

Slots:

Slot 1: Get the Facts on Problem Gambling (1 student)

Slot 2: Sports Betting & Gaming (1 student)

Slot 3: Responsible Gambling (1 student)

Slot 4: Know the Signs of a Gambling Problem (1 student)

Activity Overview: Each selected student will:

Choose ONE topic

Create and edit:

1 TikTok video (max 1 min)

1 Instagram Reel (1–2 mins max)

Use educational materials provided (emailed to each student upon signup)

Submit final videos by Sat 03/13/26 by 6pm

Earn 3 SSL hours upon completion and approval

Videos should be original, educational, age-appropriate, engaging, and accurate.

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.

The United Methodist Women at National UMC holds its annual book sale Friday - Sunday March 13, 14, and 15, with a Book Drive March 8. Volunteers will collect donations, set up and organize the books, publicize the sale, bake goodies for the Bake Sale, work the days and nights of the sale and help with clean-up. Our sale will support four organizations: Project Transformation DC, a summer camp which focuses on improving the reading skills of elementary school children; AsylumWorks, which supports asylum seekers with legal and employment assistance; FAIR Girls, which provides care to female survivors of human trafficking; and Give Ye Them to Eat, a United Methodist Mission in Mexico training people in agriculture, health, and technology. Looking forward to working side by side with you!

See the complete volunteering schedule with available slots: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0E4AA5A923A7F85-61696604-book/146242959#/

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

Our Mission: ​ Empower youth with a platform for action, advocacy, awareness, and policy engagement around environmental wellness, educational equity, and civic engagement

help us make this largest ever Youth Led Cleanup Drive

Come join Better Planet 4 Kids to celebrate 2026 Earth Day by cleaning up 

Rock Creek Regional Park

6700 Needwood Rd, Derwood, MD 20855.

Two SSL hours will be provided to eligible MCPS students.

Contact:

Raj Awasthi

Founder, BetterPlanet4Kids

Host: YouthRUs Podcast (Spotify, YouTube)

Email: betterplanet4kids@gmail.com

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 My Neighbor's Keeper Alliance Inc. this Women’s History Month as we host a powerful STD & HIV Awareness Workshop for teens and young women. 

ROLES NEEDED:

Earn 3 SSL hours while building leadership skills, supporting your peers, and helping create a safe, empowering space for learning and growth!

1-Event Operations & Logistics Team
Assist with event setup, materials organization, activity support, and post-event cleanup. Volunteers must be dependable, punctual, and willing to help from start to finish.

2- Youth Engagement & Participant Services Team
Welcome participants, assist with check-in, support small group activities, and help maintain a safe, respectful environment during workshop sessions. Strong communication and professionalism required.

Mandatory Next steps:

1- Fill out our SSL student interest form: https://forms.gle/EyRFGR8u83xfy968A

2- Complete the following forms prior to signing up and participating in any event/activity:

Parent consent (completed by a parent/guardian): https://forms.gle/BBV2SJKkcZABocgE8

Student code of conduct: https://forms.gle/DRhWXe68sz5vpkA28

emergency contact form: https://forms.gle/jTnG19YMw8cSExeQ7

parent/student agreement: https://forms.gle/mruTiSLUNzsZsuGY7

SIGNUP HERE: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4CA8A72DA1FBCE9-62718388-level

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/30E084AA4A729AB9-62651149-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.

Join us for a fun Spring event at Cabin John Regional Park in Rockville.

You will hand out the supplies to guests waiting in line to take the train.

Requirements: Dress for the weather, and in a family friendly manner! Volunteers should be friendly and outgoing.

The event will be cancelled if there is rain or moisture on the tracks (or if equipment problems) so be sure to call to confirm if you have any doubts. You must sign up directly with Montgomery Parks by visiting this link and picking your shift.

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.

Hand out the supplies to guests waiting in line to take the train.

Requirements: Dress for the weather, and in a family friendly manner! Volunteers should be friendly and outgoing.

The event will be cancelled if there is rain or moisture on the tracks (or if equipment problems) so be sure to call to confirm if you have any doubts. You can also check www.WheatonTrainAndCarousel.org for updates. All volunteers must register directly with Montgomery Parks by clicking this link and picking their shift.

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.

External Registration & Waiver Required for Participation: Link to Registration

Help Kids Sleep Better – Volunteer to Deliver Beds 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 our Community Give Back event, where you will be participating in various service projects (packing food, blessing bags, etc) to benefit low-income families in the Washington Metro area! Let's share the love and brighten their day with our blessing bags! Any questions, contact us at info@nest4us.org

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E084AA4A729AB9-62672686-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.

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.

Looking for volunteers to help with the following:

~ Registration/Greeter

~ Event set-up and break-down

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.

VisArts' Gallery Department is looking for volunteers looking to get involved in the DMV arts community! We need volunteers to help us monitor galleries, greet guests, and track visitors. 

Volunteers make sure that:

Our volunteers are the front face of our galleries, and fulfill a crucial role in engaging with our visitors. Gallery volunteers will be:

This is a great SSL opportunity for students going into a career in the arts and are applying to art schools or programs! Our Volunteer Coordinator can review college applications, portfolios, and give advice to both students and parents about art schools and careers in the arts field. Students will also have the opportunity to meet and talk with professional curators, artists, and arts administrators.

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.

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 the Explore Gaithersburg! Malcolm King Park Clean-up

April 18, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Malcolm King Park

The Gaithersburg Parks, Arts, and Recreation Corporation (G-PARC) continues its efforts to maintain the parks and trails in the City, and has planned a family-friendly outdoor activity during Green Month that will include:

·         Clean-up of Malcolm King Park: volunteers will pick up trash along the trails of Malcolm King Park. Trash bags, pick-up sticks and gloves will be provided. 

Those under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. We will meet at the West Side Drive entrance to Malcolm King Park (1200 West Side Drive, Gaithersburg). SSL hours available. Water/light snacks will be provided. Register by sending your name and number of people (and ages if under 18) attending to gparc@gaithersburgmd.gov.

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.

Greetings! ATR is seeking experienced (UTR 5 or above, or high school tennis team members) and enthusiastic tennis players to join our hitting sessions as well as other tennis activities held at the local public schools' tennis courts ! If you are passionate about tennis, want to earn SSL hours, or interested in making a positive impact by supporting and helping other tennis players in our community, we'd love for you to participate in our hitting sessions and other tennis activities! To register, please click the link below and we will contact you when there is an opportunity. 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5o0cpMrMEaCedhz9A9m2agUUJxW88Jl8bGKfhNTFChb1pig/viewform?usp=dialog

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.

Interfaith Works Lon's House is a home that provide permanent housing, 24-hour oversight, and intensive case management services to 8 men with behavioral health diagnoses.

We are looking for volunteers to prepare meals for the 8 clients at the IW Lon's House, located at 109 Fleet St, Rockville, MD 20850 Meals need to be dropped off at the following times (please note you can drop off meals earlier):

· Breakfast: 9:00-10:00 am

· Lunch: 1:00-2:00 pm

· Dinner: 5:00-6:00 pm

You can sign up for dates to provide meals here.

Students can earn 2 SSL hours for making homemade meals (not for store-bought or purchased items).  

If you are interested in providing a meal to our clients and would like to serve we can have up to 5 volunteers. Masks are required for all volunteers along with a temperature and symptom upon arrival. Breakfast is drop off only. Students can also earn SSL hours for the time spent serving meals outside of school hours. Please let us know at least one week in advance if you'd like to serve the meal.

If you're dropping off meals, please label the containers with the ingredients so our clients with dietary restrictions can be aware. When you arrive, you can either call our front staff at (240) 328 - 6017 or come to the front door with your food.

If you would like a copy of the meal guidelines, or have any questions or concerns please reach out to the Community Engagement and Volunteer Coordinator, Henrietta Morrison, at hmorrison@iworksmc.org.

Thank you for your support!

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.

The Interfaith Works Women's Center at Taft provides short-term, emergency shelter services to adult women. In addition to temporary shelter, the IW Women's Center also provides case management services to each client. These services connect clients to other community resources, such as primary medical care, legal services, psychiatric services, permanent housing services, and vocational services.

We are looking for volunteers to prepare meals for the 37 clients at the IW Women's Center, located at 2 Taft Ct, Suite 100, Rockville MD, 20850. Meals need to be dropped off at the following times (please note you can drop off meals earlier):

· Breakfast: drop off by 6:00 am or the day before

· Lunch: drop off by 11:30 am

· Dinner: drop off by 6:00 pm

Students can earn 2 SSL hours for making homemade meals (not for store-bought or purchased items).  

If you are interested in providing a meal to our clients and would like to serve we can have up to 5 volunteers.  Breakfast is drop off only. Students can also earn SSL hours for the time spent serving meals outside of school hours.

If you're dropping off meals, please label the containers with the ingredients so our clients with dietary restrictions can be aware. When you arrive, you can either call our front staff at 301-770-2413 ext 0 or come into the lobby to deliver your donations. There will also be a cart outside available for you to use, if needed. Sign Up for meals today by clicking this link here.

If you would like a copy of the meal guidelines, or have any questions or concerns please reach out to the Community Engagement and Volunteer Coordinator, Michelle Harris at mharris@iworksmc.org.

Thank you for your support!

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.

Interfaith Works Priscilla's House is a home that provide permanent housing, 24-hour oversight, and intensive case management services to 8 women with behavioral health diagnoses.

We are looking for volunteers to prepare meals for the 8 clients at the IW Priscilla's House, located at 20201 Watkins Mill Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20886. Meals need to be dropped off at the following times (please note you can drop off meals earlier):

· Breakfast: 9:00-10:00 am

· Lunch: 1:00-2:00 pm

· Dinner: 5:00-6:00 pm

You can sign up for dates to provide meals here.

Students can earn 2 SSL hours for making homemade meals (not for store-bought or purchased items).  

If you are interested in providing a meal to our clients and would like to serve we can have up to 5 volunteers. Masks are required for all volunteers along with a temperature and symptom upon arrival. Breakfast is drop off only. Students can also earn SSL hours for the time spent serving meals outside of school hours. Please let us know at least one week in advance if you'd like to serve the meal.

If you're dropping off meals, please label the containers with the ingredients so our clients with dietary restrictions can be aware. When you arrive, you can either call our front staff at 301-515-8244 or come to the front door with your food.

If you would like a copy of the meal guidelines, or have any questions or concerns please reach out to the Community Engagement and Volunteer Coordinator, Henrietta Morrison, at hmorrison@iworksmc.org.

Thank you for your support!

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.

The Interfaith Works New Leaf Shelter is a low-barrier, 40-bed emergency shelter serving adults of all genders. In addition to temporary shelter, the IW New Leaf Shelter also provides case management services to each client. These services connect clients to other community resources, such as primary medical care, legal services, psychiatric services, permanent housing services, and vocational services.

We are looking for volunteers to prepare meals for the 30 clients at the IW New Leaf Shelter, located at 5320 Marinelli Rd, Rockville MD, 20852. Meals need to be dropped off at the following times (please note you can drop off meals earlier):

· Breakfast: drop off by 6:00 am or the day before

· Lunch: drop off by 11:30 am

· Dinner: drop off by 6:00 pm

You can sign up to prepare a meal here.

Students can earn 2 SSL hours for making homemade meals (not for store-bought or purchased items).  

If you are interested in providing a meal to our clients and would like to serve we can have up to 5 volunteers. Masks are required for all volunteers along with a temperature and symptom upon arrival. Breakfast is drop off only. Students can also earn SSL hours for the time spent serving meals outside of school hours. Please let us know at least one week in advance if you'd like to serve the meal.

If you're dropping off meals, please label the containers with the ingredients so our clients with dietary restrictions can be aware. When you arrive, you can either call our front staff at 301-603-2322 or come into the lobby to deliver your donations. There will also be a cart outside available for you to use, if needed.

If you would like a copy of the meal guidelines or have any questions or concerns please reach out to the Community Engagement and Volunteer Coordinator, Shawanna Butler at sbutler@iworksmc.org.

Thank you for your support!

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.

Interfaith Works Becky's House is a home that provide permanent housing, 24-hour oversight, and intensive case management services to 8 senior women with behavioral health diagnoses.

We are looking for volunteers to prepare meals for the 8 clients at the IW Becky's House, located at 13023 Parkland Dr., Rockville, MD 20853. Meals need to be dropped off at the following times (please note you can drop off meals earlier):

· Breakfast: 9:00-10:00 am

· Lunch: 1:00-2:00 pm

· Dinner: 5:00-6:00 pm

You can sign up for dates to provide meals here.

Students can earn 2 SSL hours for making homemade meals (not for store-bought or purchased items).  

If you are interested in providing a meal to our clients and would like to serve we can have up to 5 volunteers. Masks are required for all volunteers along with a temperature and symptom upon arrival. Breakfast is drop off only. Students can also earn SSL hours for the time spent serving meals outside of school hours. Please let us know at least one week in advance if you'd like to serve the meal.

If you're dropping off meals, please label the containers with the ingredients so our clients with dietary restrictions can be aware. When you arrive, you can either call our front staff at 301-933-2477 or come to the front door with your food.

If you would like a copy of the meal guidelines, or have any questions or concerns please reach out to the Community Engagement and Volunteer Coordinator, Henrietta Morrison, at hmorrison@iworksmc.org.

Thank you for your support!

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.

We would be happy to have you volunteer at the Interfaith Works Clothing Center and Food Pantry.  The Interfaith Works (IW) Clothing Center and Food Pantry distributes clothing, household goods, and food free of charge to clients so they can pay for rent, bills, and other expenses.  Thousands of individuals, businesses, schools, camps, service organizations, and congregations donate time and goods, which make our program possible.  We are proud to provide the link between people in our community who have things they no longer need or want with the people in the community who are in need of the same items.

Volunteer tasks in the Clothing Center include receiving donations as people drop them off, sorting them by type of donation, hanging clothes and restocking sections in the center, and helping to keep the center clean and tidy.  Volunteer tasks in the Food Pantry include restocking the store, helping answer questions that our families have, checking expiration dates on items, and helping keep track of inventory. 

All new volunteers are required to attend a brief orientation session.  Orientation is offered Wednesdays 2:30pm - 4:30PM and Saturdays 8:30 am - 10:30am. You can sign up for orientation here.

Volunteer shifts are available at the Clothing Center and Food Hub Tuesdays-Fridays 8:00am-4:00pm, and Saturdays 8:00am-2:00pm.  When you arrive to volunteer you will be assigned to the Clothing Center or Food Hub as needed.  You can sign up for volunteer shifts here.

We require that volunteers be at least 14 years old.  All volunteers under 18 years of age must have a parent signature to start their hours.  A parent’s signature can be provided on our online form or in person.

If you have any questions or concerns, or would like to schedule a service day for a volunteer group, please reach out to the Community Engagement and Volunteer Coordinator, Alice Salomon, asalomon@iworksmc.org or you can email the IW Essential Needs Center at iwclothingcenter@iworksmc.org. 

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.(Those participating will receive double community service hours- (NOT FOR SSL). *ONLY FOR THIS SHIFT*)

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.

Please join us on March 7th at our Serve Saturday event at JC.  Come help make a difference in our community by working on projects to serve our local community.

Event:  Saturday, March 7th    Time:  8:50-11:00am

Location:  Journey's Crossing Community Church, 12900 Cloverleaf Center Dr., Germantown, MD

Earn 2 SSL Hours

We will be preparing over 2000 Goody Bags to support our local teachers, first responders, the homeless and elderly communities.  We will be assembling Easter eggs for our goody bags, preparing over 200 breakfasts for the Men's homeless shelter, Germantown HELP and other assorted service projects.

Check in between 8:50am-9:05am, we will then meet briefly meet with instructions for the event and "Why we serve our local community" The actual event starts at 9:15am with clean up at 10:45am, followed by our pizza party at 11:00.  Students need to be picked up by 11:15am at the latest.

This is a popular event so sign up early.  Journey's Crossing mission is to make a positive difference in our world as we serve our local community.

We will be offering 2 SSL hours for each student.  Thank you for your considering serving with us!!

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 Vegetable Soup with Pesto led by an experienced student KindSoup Chef via zoom. Join us from the comfort of your kitchen on Sunday, March 15th 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:

*as with all KindWorks projects, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus, the lifting of heavy objects, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage, and agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage.

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.

*as with all KindWorks projects, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus, the lifting of heavy objects, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage, and agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage.

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.

Vines and bushes are killing our native trees and plants. Volunteers will use clippers, saws and other hand tools to remove the invasive plants and free the trees. Participants have told us that they can hear the trees thanking them. It's an opportunity to be outside and make a difference for the environment. The activity is open to everyone. Training is on site.  We have tools and gloves to lend. 

Meet at the Willard Avenue Park entrance at 5310 Willard Avenue.  We will be working on removing ivy from the trees there.  There is free parking along Willard Avenue on the Park side.  DO NOT PARK on the south side.  

Visit LFWA.org/events for registration and complete 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. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Visit www.LFWA.org to register

Westbrook ES Forest Conservation Area
5110 Allan Terrace
Bethesda, MD

Meet at the school parking lot, down the driveway. We will be working to the left of the driveway, on the Forest Conservation area land.  Please park on the street.

Join weed warriors and remove invasive vines and non-native plants. Bring gloves or clippers or use ours. Wear long sleeves, long pants and closed toe shoes and bring water to drink.

Pre-approved for MCPS SSL hours. Students under 14 years must be accompanied by responsible adult.

Weather policy: We usually hold pulls as long as there is not pouring rain or high winds. We will post on our website by 9:00 that morning if we need to cancel.

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.

Vines and bushes are killing our native trees and plants. Volunteers will use clippers, saws and other hand tools to remove the invasive plants and free the trees. Participants have told us that they can hear the trees thanking them. It's an opportunity to be outside and make a difference for the environment. The activity is open to everyone. Training is on site.  We have tools and gloves to lend. 

Meet at the Capital Crescent Trail where it crosses Dorset Avenue in Chevy Chase, MD 20815.  Look for us near at the Trail crossing.  There is street parking on Kennedy Drive.   If you are late, find us working on the trail near River Road.

Registration and complete details at 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.

Help keep Rockville streams free of trash and participate in the Annual Potomac River Stream Cleanup at Maryvale Park with the Rockville Environment Commission. Space is limited and online registration for each volunteer is required. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Gloves and trash bags will be provided. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy, closed toed shoes. SSL hours available.

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 are Artistic is seeking volunteers to support their card‑making activity at the Best Buddies Friendship Walk on Sunday, April 25th, from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM at the National Mall in Washington, DC, where helpers will greet participants and assist in creating uplifting cards for children in hospitals. This is a great chance for students to earn community service hours while promoting kindness and inclusion. Interested individuals can an activity assistant.

Activity assistants guide all people to completing the activity and answer any questions they may have.

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

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

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

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

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

Virtual sessions will not be recorded.

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

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

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.

Updated February 25, 2025

We're so excited to reconnect with many senior centers open for in-person performance now.  YAMS is recruiting volunteers to perform in senior centers around Rockville, Potomac, Silver Spring, and Northern Virginia, etc. If you are interested in sharing your music with seniors, this will be a super exciting experience for you to bring the music and joy to them and also build up your own performance skill.  1-3hr SSL will be issued for each performance at this special period.  Performers will also have chance to get YAMS customized sticker, pin, and t-shirt.

The upcoming performances in Maryland senior centers on March 1st can be found in the following link:

https://tinyurl.com/YAMSConcerts2024

Please contact us for 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.

1. We welcome all students from Kindergarten to 12th grade, as well as amateur college students.
2. All music levels and genres are welcome.

** UNMUTE In-person concerts in Montgomery County are held at the following locations, 

@ Brightview Fallsgrove Senior Living (9200 Darnestown Rd, Rockville, MD 20850).

@ Modena Reserve (10540 Metropolitan Ave., Kensington, MD 20895)

@ Sunrise Brighton Gardens of Friendship Heights (5555 Friendship Blvd., Chevy Chase, MD 20815)

** UNMUTE In-person concerts in Howard County are held at the following locations,

@ Sunrise Senior Living Columbia C (6500 Freetown Rd., Columbia, MD 21044)

@ Residencies at Vantage Point (5400 Vantage Point Rd, Columbia, MD 21044)

** UNMUTE In-person concerts in Baltimore County are held at the following location,

@ Lorien Mays Chapel (12230 Roundwood Rd, Timonium, MD 21093)

UNMUTE's Student Service Learning (SSL) hours Calculation Rules and Timeline has been adjusted to meet public school's policies and compliance requirements. 

2025-2026 SSL verification form Timeline:

Volunteer with UNMUTE to bring warmth and music to the senior community !!

As part of our Adopt-a-Road commitment to the historic Prathertown
neighborhood in Gaithersburg, we periodically offer activities that
keep the area clean. For two hours on a Wednesday morning participants
can pick up trash and recyclables found along Wightman Road, between
Brink Road and Aspenwood Road.

Grab a friend or 2, put a group together and join us. Make it fun day, enjoy
the fresh air and earn SSL hours by cleaning up! We meet at the corner
of Prathertown and Wightman Road. If you can, bring a non-perishable food item to donate to our food drive.

Register To Help
As with all our projects, when you register you do so with the
understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity, the
handling of sharp objects, the lifting of heavy
objects, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons/animals, and will
require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage
and agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property
damage.

Participants should:

Wear long sleeve shirts and pants

Bring a reusable water bottle

Apply sunscreen and insect repellent

Include their best contact number to be informed of any changes to this service project
Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of
the student’s parent/guardian and must be completed outside of school
hours. We are responsible for maintaining
student safety. Parents/guardians should contact the us
directly with any questions and/or concerns.

Please note:  There are no restrooms available

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 helping with the Easter Egg Hunt Event. Check in as NEST4US volunteers with Ms. Kandice. Let's fill in the spots & make this event successful.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E084AA4A729AB9-62589210-easter#/

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 Civic Circle’s second annual Youth Democracy Fest seeks volunteers! Come help staff tables, hand out flyers, serve refreshments and support students on March 14 from 4-6 p.m. at the Takoma Park Community Center. This free, family-friendly event will celebrate democracy and the Semiquincentennial (the nation’s 250th anniversary), and will feature uplifting songs, poetry, art and speeches by youth in our community. For more information and to sign up, please contact Erykah Joseph at ejoseph@theciviccircle.org.

Students must have parental approval. Students younger than 15 must be accompanied by 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.

Calling all students who want to make the world a better place through song! Join the pop-up, sing-along chorus at The Civic Circle’s Youth DemocracyFest on March 14. The event runs 4-6 p.m. at the Takoma Park Community Center. To join the pop-up chorus, simply arrive at 2 p.m., to run through simple, call-and-response singalong songs with song leader Munit Mesfin. No special musical skills necessary! Open to all youth age 24 and younger. Be part of this free, inspiring, family-friendly community event. We’ll have free refreshments, prizes, and uplifting student songs, poems, art and speeches by youth of all ages. The pop-up chorus is available to all youth age 24 and younger. For more information and to sign up, register HERE or contact Erykah Joseph at ejoseph@theciviccircle.org.

Students younger than 15 must be accompanied by 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.

The Office of Community Partnerships (OCP) invites adults and students to volunteer at the Middle Eastern American Heritage Month Celebration, a community event honoring the cultures, histories, and contributions of Middle Eastern American communities in Montgomery County, MD.

This event brings together families, cultural groups, and leaders for an afternoon of learning and connection. Volunteers help make the celebration inclusive and well-organized. Students can earn service hours while supporting culture and public service.

Event Details

·         Date: March 22, 2026

·         Time: 2:30 – 5:00 PM

·         Location: The Cafeteria, Isiah “Ike” Leggett Executive Office Building

·         Address: 101 Monroe St, Rockville, MD 20850

Time Commitment & Service Hours

Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities

Volunteers may assist with:

Who Should Volunteer

We welcome volunteers who:

Middle Eastern American volunteers, multilingual volunteers, students seeking service hours, and community members of all backgrounds are encouraged to participate.

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.

Sandy Spring Museum's Strawberry Festival is one of the year's most fun ways to volunteer. The event requires about 200 volunteers who serve in many different capacities - helping with set up and tear down, running children's activities, helping vendors get set up and wearing the Strawberry Festival mascot costume!

You must sign up here in order to register as a volunteer: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044EA4AC2AA1FEC07-61858874-2026#/

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.

Engage with customers visiting Sandy Spring Museum's gift shop.  Assist and manage purchases.  The gift shop features handmade original works by regional artists, offering a unique shopping opportunity to visitors and a sales outlet for artists.  

You MUST be available on weekdays between 10 am - 4 pm.  If you are not available during these hours, please do not apply for this opportunity.  

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

Volunteer Research Aides will support the development of a 7-day First-Gen College Application Bootcamp curriculum for under-supported high school juniors. Volunteers will conduct structured research and content development to create educational documents, slide outlines, and briefing materials that will be used to deliver live Zoom workshops for first-generation, immigrant, and under-resourced students.

This role focuses on:

Researching college application processes, timelines, and best practices

Organizing information into clear frameworks

Building structured content outlines and slide drafts

Supporting curriculum design for student-facing education

This is a mission-driven project focused on closing information gaps that prevent capable students from accessing higher education opportunities.

SSL Hour Tracking & Verification Process

This opportunity is completed independently (no live supervision). Students submit completed work to the organization, and SSL hours are awarded based on approved deliverables—not self-reported time.

Completion Criteria

All projects must meet the outlined guidelines (quality standards, required components, and proper format).

Hour Equivalency

Hours are granted per approved deliverable:

1 approved outreach graphic = 1 SSL hour

1 approved tutoring resource packet (meets minimum requirements) = 2 SSL hours

5 verified student engagement messages prepared for organization representatives to send = 1 SSL hour

(Hours reflect reasonable time and effort per task.)

Submission & Review

Submit final work to the designated link or platform. SSL hours will be verified and approved by organization leadership after review and completion of the MCPS SSL Activity Verification 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.

PLE Youth Program is looking for youth teachers (Grade 6-12) to help students (at least two years younger) for all subjects.

If you are interested in applying for the job, please fill out the following form:

https://forms.gle/JB5PGK8bfL8J1c4x8

We will contact you shortly

Look forward to working with you!

PLE Youth Program Team

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

Regarding how we will track and verify SSL hours:

--- Students will track their volunteer hours by making a copy of the following template. The document must be titled following the template - (ex: “John Smith_2021-2022 Time Collection”). On the first row list your full name. On the second row, please state if you are applying for the PVSA award.

--- After each class, document the date, the duration and the preparation time of the class. The default total class preparation time is the same as the duration of the class. (Ex. If your class is 40 minutes long, you enter 40 minutes for the class preparation). 

--- If your preparation time is more than the default time, PLE and all its staff reserve the right to view your lesson plans. After reviewing all materials you created in preparation and a possible interview, we determine if the preparation time logged is appropriate or if it should be adjusted based on length, amount, and quality of material. We generally do not award more than 2 hours of preparation time. You will retain copyright over your plans. 

--- Any orientation, training and meeting times will also be counted toward your volunteer time. Please enter the event name, date, and duration. Please be aware preparation time is not applicable to this circumstance (ex: New faculty online orientation, 4/21/2010, 1 hour). 

--- We will send certificates of verified volunteer hours and complete volunteer forms (SSL, NHS, etc.) upon request. 

--- All other forms of volunteering (eg. advertisement, management, newsletter writing, general curriculum development) will be tracked on an hour-for-hour basis the amount of time served when supervised. If items are completed without live supervision, they are reviewed on a case by case basis. Most curriculum development, newsletters, and proposals written will be awarded 1-2 hours, based on length and quality.

Student participation in this service project is at the discretion of the student’s parent/guardian. The nonprofit organization is responsible for maintaining student safety and privacy at any time the student is interacting with the nonprofit and its clients. The nonprofit organization will determine the number of SSL hours awarded based on the evidence submitted. Parents/guardians should contact the nonprofit directly with any questions and/or concerns. This service activity is designed to be completed within the safety of the student’s home until schools resume normal status.

Summer String Institute (SSI) is a two-week camp for string players in grades 2-12. The camp is held at the River Road Unitarian in Bethesda, MD. It provides students with a holistic musical experience that includes lessons, chamber music, orchestral experience, music theory, movement, and more!

Volunteers at camp will help the Director and our faculty with setting up and cleaning up for each class and rehearsal, checking students in and out of the camp, distributing snacks and water during breaks, and performing administrative duties such as making copies, organizing music and folders, and other camp daily logistics as needed.

We need multiple volunteers for each week of camp. The hours of work are 9 am- 5 pm Monday-Thursday and 9 am- 6 pm on Fridays. The first session of camp is from July 20-24, and the second session is from July 27-31. 

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.

Visit www.LFWA.org to register

Join us for a maintenance day at our Falmouth Road Habitat restoration project. We will be weeding and removing non-native invasives that are encroaching on the project. We provide all the necessary tools and gloves. Wear long sleeves, long pants and closed toe shoes and bring water to drink.  Under 14 must be accompanied by a supervising adult.

Meet at the corner of Massachusetts Avenue and Falmouth RD (or plug in 5427 Falmouth RD to your GPS). There is parking along Blakeford Ct.

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.

Visit www.LFWA.org to register

Join us for a maintenance day at our Falmouth Road Habitat restoration project. We will be weeding and removing non-native invasives that are encroaching on the project. We provide all the necessary tools and gloves. Wear long sleeves, long pants and closed toe shoes and bring water to drink.  Under 14 must be accompanied by a supervising adult.

Meet at the corner of Massachusetts Avenue and Falmouth RD (or plug in 5427 Falmouth RD to your GPS). There is parking along Blakeford Ct.

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.

Visit www.LFWA.org to register

Join us for a maintenance day at our Falmouth Road Habitat restoration project. We will be weeding and removing non-native invasives that are encroaching on the project. We provide all the necessary tools and gloves. Wear long sleeves, long pants and closed toe shoes and bring water to drink.  Under 14 must be accompanied by a supervising adult.

Meet at the corner of Massachusetts Avenue and Falmouth RD (or plug in 5427 Falmouth RD to your GPS). There is parking along Blakeford Ct.

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.

Visit www.LFWA.org to register

Join us for a maintenance day at our Falmouth Road Habitat restoration project. We will be weeding and removing non-native invasives that are encroaching on the project. We provide all the necessary tools and gloves. Wear long sleeves, long pants and closed toe shoes and bring water to drink.  Under 14 must be accompanied by a supervising adult.

Meet at the corner of Massachusetts Avenue and Falmouth RD (or plug in 5427 Falmouth RD to your GPS). There is parking along Blakeford Ct.

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 WITH THIS LINK! 

This listing is for informational purposes only. See link above to go to the Rock Creek Conservancy website.

*Rock Creek Conservancy volunteer opportunities require a separate sign-up on our website to be officially registered. Signing up only through the Montgomery County Volunteer website does not count as registration. MCPS students: Please do NOT use your school email when registering*

Join Rock Creek Conservancy and Montgomery Parks for this invasive plant removal restoration event in Glenmont Local Park. Invasive plants are a major threat to our fragile forests, and stopping their spread helps allow native plants to thrive in the understory.

Event location, directions, and information will be sent from the event leader 48 hours prior to the event.

What to Wear: Please dress appropriately for the work and weather. We recommend wearing sturdy boots or sneakers and long layers, including pants and long sleeves - this ensures safety and reduces likelihood of exposure to nuisances like poison ivy. 

What to bring: We recommend bringing water, and snacks if desired. Tools and supplies will be provided. Please bring your own gloves if you have them. 

Leader Contact Information:  Jenn Garcia-Herrera

For questions contact: volunteer@rockcreekconservancy.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.

Join the City of Takoma Park in volunteering for the City's Earth Day Event! This popular annual event is held rain or shine and will take place this year on Sunday, April 12th, 2026. Volunteers are needed to support a number of activities, including set-up, breakdown, partner outreach booth support, children's activities support, bike activities support, EV showcase support, and more. This event will be held in 2 location nodes; the Sligo Creek Stream Valley Park and the Takoma Park Silver Spring Co-op. More detailed information will be available on the City's website: https://takomaparkmd.gov/1950/Earth-Month-in-Takoma-Park

All volunteers will be requested to attend a mandatory in-person training at the City's Public Work Office ahead of the event, where node location and activities will be assigned. The trainings will be held on:

-Tuesday, March 31st, 2026 from 6:30pm-8:00pm 

OR

-Wednesday, April 8th, 2026 from 6:30-8:00pm

Further details will be sent upon registration. Volunteers will receive a free t-shirt and those working shifts of 3 hours or more will be provided lunch at the event. SSL hours are available for this event. We thank you for volunteering with us; this event wouldn't be possible without 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.

Want to create fun activities, lead real conversations, and make an impact? 

Join the EYAME Youth Workshop Leader Team! 

You’ll design games, debates, and real-life scenarios on topics teens care about — then help lead the workshop with your peers while earning 6 SSL hours!

EVENT SIGNUP LINK: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4CA8A72DA1FBCE9-61966583-eyame

Not ready to lead yet? No problem! 

We also need help with setup, materials, and group activities — and you can earn 2 SSL hours!

All Presenter roles come with detailed prep materials and will be sent to the student's personal email (do not provide school email) upon signup. Additionally, all Presenter roles require a virtual meeting prior to the date of each workshop at a convenient time to be determined by the program facilitator with the student volunteer.

 Parental permission is REQUIRED for the presenter role (see forms below).

Mandatory Next steps:

1- Fill out our SSL student interest form: https://forms.gle/EyRFGR8u83xfy968A

2- Complete the following forms prior to signing up and participating in any event/activity:

Parent consent (completed by a parent/guardian): https://forms.gle/BBV2SJKkcZABocgE8

Student code of conduct: https://forms.gle/DRhWXe68sz5vpkA28

emergency contact form: https://forms.gle/jTnG19YMw8cSExeQ7

parent/student agreement: https://forms.gle/mruTiSLUNzsZsuGY7

Virtual Student participation parental consent: https://forms.gle/ZKZnZtUPbyesLEhz5

All forms are REQUIRED prior to attending, volunteering and earning SSL hours at events.

EVENT SIGNUP LINK: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4CA8A72DA1FBCE9-61966583-eyame

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

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

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

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

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

Virtual sessions will not be recorded.

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

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

Build leadership skills • Help your community • 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 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.

CCACC Academy is looking for volunteers to assist with our Summer Camp in 2026. Through this program, student volunteers can earn SSL hours and gain valuable experience supporting their local community.

Volunteers will be responsible for check-in/check-out, helping move students between activities, and assisting with program logistics. The camp will run from 9 am to 6 pm, and volunteers can select a shift time and the weeks that work best for them.

The Summer Camp will take place over ten weeks:

Week 1 (6/22 - 6/26)
Week 2 (6/29 - 7/3)
Week 3 (7/6 - 7/10) 
Week 4 (7/13 - 7/17)
Week 5 (7/20 - 7/24)
Week 6 (7/27 - 7/31)
Week 7 (8/3 - 8/7)
Week 8 (8/10 - 8/14)
Week 9 (8/17 -8/21)

Volunteers are requested to sign up for at least two weeks, though they do not have to be back-to-back. Available shifts are the 5 morning shift slots (8:00 am-12 pm), 5 afternoon shift slots (12 pm-6 pm), and 5 full-day shift slots (8:30 am- 4:30 pm). Please note that slots are limited this year. If you have any scheduling conflicts, please let us know in advance so we can adjust schedules accordingly. Please note that we have a MANDATORY volunteer training session toward the end of the school year. Completing the application does not guarantee selection for a volunteering shift slot or original selections. All Volunteers must complete all Summer Volunteering training.

Please use a Personal Email and not your school email.

To sign up for this opportunity, please complete this form and email it to hr@ccaccacademy.org once you have done so. 

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

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 us for our food distribution event with Manna From Heaven to benefit families in need. Let's fill in the spots & make this event successful! Any questions, contact us at info@nest4us.org

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E084AA4A729AB9-61369778-manna#/

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

Our volunteers help prepare fresh, healthy, and delicious meals in our Takoma Park kitchen for our homebound neighbors. Join our volunteer team as we continue to build a strong, interconnected and compassionate community to serve our clients.

Start by submitting a volunteer application.

Each weekday, Meals on Wheels of Takoma Park and Silver Spring prepares two nourishing meals for hundreds of clients; our service helps them maintain their health and independence as they age, battle illness and recover from injuries. Demand for the service is rising and we're growing fast to meet the need.

Kitchen volunteers can choose a morning or midday shift to prep and pack deli meals and hot meals or prepare ingredients for the next day's meal and do cleanup.

Opportunities are suitable for students aged 14 and older. Summertime and other shorter school holidays would be a great time join us. We are open on some public holidays.

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.

Inflatables Set-Up & Take-Down Volunteer

Olney Days – Party in the Park

     Party in the Park is a beloved Olney Days tradition that brings the entire community together to celebrate the town. This year, eight large inflatables will transform the ball field at Olney Manor Park into a hub of fun — and we need strong, dependable volunteers to help make it happen. Volunteers will assist with setting up and taking down the inflatables under the direction of professional staff from the inflatable company.

     Responsibilities include:

     Because take-down is much easier when you understand how everything was assembled, volunteers are strongly encouraged to sign up for both shifts if possible (but not required). After confirmation of your sign up, Volunteers will communicate and report to Carter Darrington, owner of Empire Inflatables that is providing the equipment.

     Please note: Inflatables are weather-dependent. If rain causes the field to close, this volunteer opportunity will be canceled. In that case, volunteers will be notified by email by 9:00 am on May 2.

     Thank you for helping bring the fun to Olney!

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!

*All Montgomery Park Volunteer Opportunities require a separate sign-up on our website to be considered officially registered as a volunteer - you are not registered if you have ONLY signed up on the Montgomery County Volunteer website! MCPS Students - PLEASE DO NOT USE YOUR SCHOOL EMAIL*

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 & Radha Gholkar

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 CLEANUP HERE!

*All Montgomery Park Volunteer Opportunities require a separate sign-up on our website to be considered officially registered as a volunteer - you are not registered if you have ONLY signed up on the Montgomery County Volunteer website! MCPS Students - PLEASE DO NOT USE YOUR SCHOOL EMAIL*

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 HERE FOR THE CLEANUP!

*All Montgomery Park Volunteer Opportunities require a separate sign-up on our website to be considered officially registered as a volunteer - you are not registered if you have ONLY signed up on the Montgomery County Volunteer website! MCPS Students - PLEASE DO NOT USE YOUR SCHOOL EMAIL*

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! Feel free to share and join!

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 HERE FOR THE CLEANUP!

*All Montgomery Park Volunteer Opportunities require a separate sign-up on our website to be considered officially registered as a volunteer - you are not registered if you have ONLY signed up on the Montgomery County Volunteer website! MCPS Students - PLEASE DO NOT USE YOUR SCHOOL EMAIL*

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

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.

REGISTER FOR THE CLEANUP HERE!

*All Montgomery Park Volunteer Opportunities require a separate sign-up on our website to be considered officially registered as a volunteer - you are not registered if you have ONLY signed up on the Montgomery County Volunteer website! MCPS Students - PLEASE DO NOT USE YOUR SCHOOL EMAIL*

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: Izzy Gieser

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 CLEANUP HERE!

*All Montgomery Park Volunteer Opportunities require a separate sign-up on our website to be considered officially registered as a volunteer - you are not registered if you have ONLY signed up on the Montgomery County Volunteer website! MCPS Students - PLEASE DO NOT USE YOUR SCHOOL EMAIL*

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.

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 12:15pm 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.  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 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 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 9:15am 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 mandated hours are needed please contact us for further 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.

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.

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 1:45pm 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.

We are looking for a talented team of High School and Middle School Students to develop projects which will help those who have impairment and medical needs. 

We are looking for a talented team to met to develop projects which will help those who have impairment and medical needs. Project concepts can cover the full range of available options to incorporate skill in 3d printing, robotics, design, programming, medical and nursing care and other areas to serve the practical needs of those with disabilities or medical needs in our community.

It would be helpful to have volunteers remain active with the meetings throughout the 2025/2026 school year as it would help with the continuity of the development of the projects.

We are planning to meet weekly at Rockville Public Library or Potomac Public Library.  Participants should have an interest in helping others and some experience in one or more of the areas mentioned above. The initial meetings will be about concepts and we will collectively work to design solutions. At that point we will work with the target community of individuals who are intended to benefit from the project to further refine and test the solution.

We will be meeting Tuesdays at 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm weekly at Rockville Public Library during the 2025/2026 school year.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Virtual sessions will not be recorded.

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

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

Volunteer with Imagination Stage this summer. Teen volunteers will gain experience assisting professional teaching artists and learn what it takes to put on an Imagination Stage camp--from setting up the classroom space to modeling exemplary behavior and creating a positive creative atmosphere for campers. Teen volunteers are not required to commit for the full summer. Teen volunteers are selected to work on a "camp-by-camp" basis. Volunteers can commit from anywhere from 1-6 weeks with Imagination Stage The camp day typically lasts from 9:00-4:00. Half day options are also available. If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out this form! *All volunteers must be at least 15 years old. 

Google Form Application

For any questions or concerns please contact the Education Program Manager, Sami Topping at stopping@imaginationstage.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.

We are looking for a talented team to met to develop projects which will help those who have impairment and medical needs. Project concepts can cover the full range of available options to incorporate skill in 3d printing, robotics, design, programming, medical and nursing care and other areas to serve the practical needs of those with disabilities or medical needs in our community.

We are planning to meet weekly at Rockville Public Library or Potomac Public Library.  Participants should have an interest in helping others and some experience in one or more of the areas mentioned above. The initial meetings will be about concepts and we will collectively work to design solutions. At that point we will work with the target community of individuals who are intended to benefit from the project to further refine and test the solution.

Looking for an intelligent and talented team of high school or very talented middle school students who want to be part of making solutions for those in need.

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.

At Grace Helping Hands, volunteers are the heart of our mission. We are a grassroots nonprofit organization (501(c)(3)) dedicated to providing toiletry kits, including essential feminine hygiene products, to homeless women and children.

Join us in making a difference by helping to assemble these essential kits!

Kit Assembly Details:
We will be assembling toiletry kits on a monthly basis, providing an ongoing opportunity for volunteers to contribute to our cause. Each kit includes carefully selected items such as soap, shampoo, toothbrushes, toothpaste, feminine hygiene products, and other personal care essentials.

We will be assembling toiletry kits at local libraries, all kit making sites will be at public space on specific dates.

To find out the specific locations and dates, please contact us at volunteer@gracehelpinghands.org.

Checkout our website at https://www.gracehelpinghands.org/ for dates and locations.

Earn SSL Hours!
You can earn Student Service Learning (SSL) hours for each hour you volunteer. This is a great opportunity to give back to the community while fulfilling your service requirements.

Please make sure to bring your SSL form with you.

We welcome individuals of all backgrounds to join our mission and make a lasting difference.

Join us in making a meaningful impact—one kit at a time!

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.

Description:

Grace Helping Hands is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing toiletry kits and feminine hygiene products to homeless women and children in Montgomery County and beyond. We are offering an impactful volunteer opportunity for MCPS students to earn SSL hours while advocating for those in need.

Volunteers will participate in a writing campaign to raise awareness and request support from local legislators, businesses, and manufacturers. Students will draft emails to local congresspersons, stores, vendors, and manufacturers, urging them to support Grace Helping Hands by donating products or funding.

Earn SSL Hours from Home with Grace Helping Hands!

We are a grassroots nonprofit organization (501(c)(3)) dedicated to providing toiletry kits, including essential feminine hygiene products, to homeless women and children in our local area.

Are you interested in making a meaningful impact while earning Student Service Learning (SSL) hours? Join Grace Helping Hands as a virtual grant-writing volunteer! Your efforts will directly support our mission of providing toiletry kits to homeless women and children.

At Grace Helping Hands, volunteers are the heart of our mission.

Grant Writing Opportunity!

We are seeking dedicated individuals to support our organization by:
- Finding and researching grant opportunities that align with our mission. -

- Completing grant applications to secure funding for our programs and initiatives.

This is a virtual volunteer opportunity, allowing you to contribute from the comfort of your home.

Effective 01/01/2026 --

Volunteer Opportunity: Encouragement Cards (Virtual)

At Grace Helping Hands, volunteers are the heart of our mission. We are a grassroots nonprofit organization (501(c)(3)) dedicated to providing toiletry kits, including essential feminine hygiene products, to homeless women and children.

Help spread kindness and hope by writing encouragement cards for individuals we serve. This is a flexible, virtual volunteer opportunity that can be completed from anywhere, on your own schedule.

What You’ll Do
Volunteers will handwrite positive and uplifting messages on index cards to encourage and support individuals in our community.

Card Requirements

Suggested Themes
Messages may focus on topics such as:

Delivery Methods
You may submit completed cards using one of the following options:

Earn SSL Hours!

You can earn Student Service Learning (SSL) hours for each hour you volunteer. This is a great opportunity to give back to the community while fulfilling your service requirements.

This is a simple but meaningful way to make a positive impact. Thank you for helping us bring encouragement and kindness to those we serve.

This Student Service Learning (SSL) opportunity is approved for Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) middle and high school students.

Students can earn SSL hours by creating handwritten encouragement cards for unhoused women and children served by Grace Helping Hands.

SSL Hour Credit (MCPS Approved)

30 encouragement cards = 1 SSL hour

• Students may earn up to 3 SSL hours per day during the school year

• Students may earn up to 6 SSL hours per day during holidays and school breaks

Guidelines:

• Messages must be kind, supportive, and appropriate for all audiences

• Do not include last names, phone numbers, email addresses, or social media handles

Submission & Verification Process

1. Complete the encouragement cards

2. Take a clear photo of the completed cards

3. Email the photo to volunteer@gracehelpinghands.org

4. Drop off or mail the physical cards as instructed

SSL hours will be awarded after cards are reviewed and received. Verified SSL hours will be documented and an SSL verification form will be emailed after service completion.

MCPS SSL Requirements & Safety Notice

• Participation is at the discretion of the student’s parent or guardian

• This activity is designed to be completed safely at home

•  SSL hours are awarded based on evidence submitted and reviewed

Contact Information

For questions regarding this SSL opportunity, please contact:  volunteer@gracehelpinghands.org

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 REGISTER HERE FOR THE CLEANUP

*All Montgomery Park Volunteer Opportunities require a separate sign-up on our website to be considered officially registered as a volunteer - you are not registered if you have ONLY signed up on the Montgomery County Volunteer website! MCPS Students - PLEASE DO NOT USE YOUR SCHOOL EMAIL*

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.

Once on the ‘Join a Cleanup’ page, click the schedule tab to sign up for a 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: Meg Jarvis, Drew Mackay, Ed Murtagh

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.

After School Basketball is a program desigened for students Grades 2nd-5th to learn the basics, play fun games and be with their friends after school.

Volunteer Resposibilities:

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.

After School Basketball is a program desigened for students Grades 2nd-5th to learn the basics, play fun games and be with their friends after school.

Volunteer Resposibilities:

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.

Looking for volunteers to help with our fall basketball league. Volunteers will be working with the game clock, the game book and the concession stand. The seasons are ongoing in the fall, winter and spring. Games will be on Saturdays and Sundays in the Potomac, Rockville, Bethesda and Gaithersburg area. We have boys from 2nd grade to 10th and girls from 4th grade to 8th grade. We are looking fro volunteers aged 13-18. Games usually run from around 8am-7pm with volunteers coming at least 10 minutes before game time. No experience needed we will teach you everything you need to know. If you interested please email me or text me your name, grade, phone number, email and availability.  Without this information I cannot put you on the schedule.

Alea Boyd

202-615-3965 (preferred contact method)

boydalea@gmail.com

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.