Volunteer Opportunities From: United Way of Central Maryland

During Tax Season, volunteers assist the 211 team to set free tax preparation appointments for eligible Marylanders, and provide tax resources and information.  Volunteers also follow up with callers to learn outcomes, and connect callers to Community Resource Specialists if more assistance is needed. 

Donation needed:

Breakfast Bars
Individual cereal bags/bowls/boxes
Regular Cereal boxes
Chef Boyardee cans of any size
Individual Mac/Cheese
Ramen Noodle packs or Individual cups
Soup cans or microwaveable
Canned meats tuna, chicken
Peanut Butter, Plastic jars or squeezable only no glass
Jelly Plastic jars or squeezable
Fruit snacks in individual packs
Fruit/Apple Sauce cups
Peanut Butter Crackers
Chips miscellaneous individual small bags
Canned
canned meals (soups, chili, etc)
canned meats (tuna, chicken, etc)
canned veggies (corn, carrots, beans, etc)
canned fruit (mandarin, applesauce)
Mixes
boxed macaroni and cheese
hamburger helper
Cake Mix

Please drop off to : 117 Roesler Road, Glen Burnie, MD 21061 on Mondays & Tuesdays 8-9 Am & 5-7 pm

Donations needed:

Nonperishable food items, perishable items, fruits, veggies, meats.
Baby items (diapers, formula, wipes)
Holiday Items (turkeys, hams, toys)
Toiletry Items
Vehicles (Box Trucks, Tractor Trailer, Vans)

Donations can be dropped off Monday-Friday between 9:00am-4:00pm to Adopt-a-Block, Inc. Warehouse - 1607 Cromwell Bridge Rd. Baltimore, 21234

Please contact Daniel Epps for more information.
daniel@acancan.com
(410) 665-5595

Learn more at www.adoptablockinc.com

Warehouse support-Receiving, sorting, packing food. Collecting food at your places of employment

Please contact Daniel Epps for more information.
daniel@acancan.com
(410) 665-5595

Individuals can donate food (perishable & non-perishable), diapers (especially sizes 4 and up), baby wipes, period supplies, clothing (especially winter clothing & coats)

Donations can be dropped off on Tuesdays and Fridays 9:00am - 2:00pm, Sundays 12:00pm - 2:00pm. Please email kristel@baltimorerelief.com to make alternate arrangements. Pickup of bulk donations might be available.

We welcome volunteers throughout the week to help with food distribution, truck unloading, produce sorting, special events, and thrift store operations. Volunteers can register at https://baltimorerelief.com/volunteer-signup.

Note: Days and Times Vary per week

Commodore John Rodgers Elementary/Middle is recruiting professionals to talk about their jobs at Career Day!  They are looking for nurses, firefighters, small business owners, EMTs, vets, engineers, bankers, linemen, mechanics, marketing professionals, lawyers, and more.  If you have a career, we want you!

Volunteers provide non-emergency assistance to Carroll County residents, 60+ years of age. Assistance includes local transportation to medical appointments and grocery stores. Volunteers use personal vehicles. Run errands. Social phone calls. Friendly visits. Meal and grocery assistance. Volunteer opportunities are dependent upon requests received and are posted on online calendar. Volunteers need to attend a one-hour orientation and are background checked.

Note: Volunteer opportunities are listed on online calendar and primarily occur from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Must be 18 years or older to volunteer

Donation needs: Toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, sanitizing wipes, sanitizing spray

Help our monthly food and household goods distribution in Taneytown! Volunteers are needed to help pack food and produce bags and place donations in cars as clients drive through the distribution.

This event is held outdoors – in case of inclement weather, please dress accordingly. Volunteers 14 and older are welcome, but volunteers under 18 are encouraged to attend with a parent or guardian.

This volunteer opportunity benefits our neighbors and health programs in Carroll County.

Help our monthly food and household goods distribution in Union Bridge! Volunteers are needed to help pack food and produce bags and place donations in cars as clients drive through the distribution.

Two volunteers are needed at 2pm to bag special produce donations, then the majority of our work and additional volunteers will begin at 3pm.

This event is held outdoors – in case of inclement weather, please dress accordingly. Volunteers 14 and older are welcome, but volunteers under 18 are encouraged to attend with a parent or guardian.

This volunteer opportunity benefits our neighbors and health programs in Carroll County.

Help our monthly food and household goods distribution in Taneytown! Volunteers are needed to help bag household goods that will be distributed at a mobile food pantry later in the week.

Volunteers must bring a Photo ID and be 18 years or older. Anyone new to volunteering in a Carroll County Public School is also asked to complete the Volunteer Application Form (carrollk12.org)

This volunteer opportunity benefits our neighbors and health programs in Carroll County.  

Improving the outdoor space at the Ben Franklin Family Center begins with two simple but high‑impact projects: cleaning out the storage shed and cleaning up the playground. These efforts help create a safer, more organized, and more inviting environment for the children and families who rely on the center every day.

Our Family Centers provide enriching early childhood education and childcare delivered by certified instructors. Our centers are in Brooklyn, Poppleton, and Columbia and serve infants through pre-K.

Creating a clothing closet and food pantry at Curtis Bay Elementary is more than a school improvement project—it’s an investment in the well‑being, dignity, and success of every child who walks through the doors. Projects will include sorting items, painting, cleaning, building shelving, and more.

About Community Schools:  Guided by a dedicated United Way Community School Coordinator, every Community School taps into distinct resources to address the needs of students, families, and the community. This holistic approach, weaving together academics, health and social services, youth and community development, and community engagement, directly impacts student learning, strengthens families, and nurtures healthier communities.

Join us as we sort and distribute food to families in Dundalk. 

Volunteers must be age 18 or older.

We are looking for non-perishable food items to help stock the food pantry!  Please make sure the items collected have not expired.    Please register above and then contact herelys.parks@uwcm.org to get started.

We are looking for non-perishable food items to help stock the food pantry!  Please make sure the items collected have not expired.    Please register above and then contact deshawn.batson@uwcm.org to get started.

We are looking for non-perishable food items to help stock the food pantry!  Please make sure the items collected have not expired.   

Please register above and then contact carrie.mcginn@uwcm.org to get started.

Join us as we sort food for families in the Brooklyn neighborhood.  VOLUNTEERS MUST BE 18 OR OLDER.

Join us as we sort and distribute food for families in the Brooklyn neighborhood.  

Volunteers must be age 18 or older.

New and/or gently used Laptops, Monitors, Docking Stations; Also, if anyone knows of some bulk paper shredding resources, we have boxes of documents that need to be shredded.  

What is the drop off location for items?

Columbia Office

Address of drop off location

10632 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Suite 454, Columbia, MD, 21044

When can donations be dropped off? (ex - between 9:00am-12:00pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays)

M-F between 9 am and 5 pm

Become an Impact Partner!  Be a voice for change, a bridge to hope, and a force for community connection. NAMI Maryland’s Impact Partners are dedicated volunteers and advocates who help expand mental health awareness, education, and support across our state. By becoming an Impact Partner, you’re joining a team that believes in creating a future where no one faces mental health challenges alone.


What Impact Partners Do -- As an Impact Partner, you’ll help:

Share the Message — Spread awareness through your social media, workplace, and community networks.

Champion Awareness — Represent NAMI Maryland at events and local outreach opportunities.

Connect and Inspire — Bring people together to talk openly about mental health and wellness.

Support the Mission — Help mobilize volunteers, raise funds, and advocate for better mental health resources.

Are you ready? Email us to get started info@namimd.org.  You will be asked to complete and return a volunteer application.  Then, you will have an interview with one of the NAMI Maryland staff to discuss available roles and next steps.

We’re seeking compassionate, reliable volunteers to help connect moms and babies with essential supplies and support. Training provided + flexible hours:

1) Administrative Outreach Volunteer What you’ll do • Call, text, and email families to introduce services and confirm needs • Document needs in our tracking sheet/CRM and route to the right team • Follow up after deliveries to ensure items were received and note any new needs Ideal skills: Clear communicator, comfortable on the phone, organized, basic Google/Microsoft tools. Time: 2–4 hrs./week, remote-friendly (some daytime availability preferred).

2) Intake & Scheduling Volunteer What you’ll do • Receive item requests (form, phone, email, social DMs) and verify eligibility/location • Build item lists from our supply bank inventory • Coordinate pickup or delivery windows with families and drivers; confirm addresses and special instructions Ideal skills: Detail-oriented, strong scheduling/coordination, respectful and patient. Time: 2–4 hrs./week, remote-friendly with occasional on-site hours.

3) Delivery Driver (Supply Courier) What you’ll do • Pick up pre-packed items (diapers, wipes, formula, clothing, etc.) from our storage site • Deliver to households following safe-hand-off protocols; obtain simple proof of delivery • Report any follow-up needs to the team Ideal skills: Reliable transportation, punctual, courteous. Time: 1–3 hr routes; weekdays or Saturdays. Mileage log encouraged; PPE and door-drop guidance provided. (Volunteers needed (Monday - Friday from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.)

Note: Must be 18 or older to volunteer

Join us as we sort, pack, and distribute food to families in the Poppleton Neighborhood Zone. 

Volunteers must be at least 18 years old.

Join us as we sort, pack, and distribute food to families in the Poppleton Neighborhood Zone. 

Volunteers must be at least 18 years old.

Creating self‑care kits is a simple but powerful way to support individuals.  These kits offer comfort, encouragement, and practical tools that help people manage stress, build healthy routines, and feel cared for during challenging moments.  Our goal is t put togetehr 700 kits!

About our mental health programs: Everyone deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Mental health is just as important as physical health—yet stigma, misinformation, and inequities are barriers that prevent many people from getting the help they need. We break down barriers to good health by improving access to mental health support and working in partnership with local organizations to expand resources for people across our region—so they can thrive at home, at work, and in their communities.

UWCM volunteers will support internal and/or external school beautification efforts alongside the program participants and staff of the Young Men United program. During this experience, all participants will collaborate in a clean-up project on the school grounds, and support other beautification efforts within the school as identified by leaders of Patterson High School. Civic engagement is a priority of the YMU program, and the volunteers will have a great time engaging and serving alongside our youth ambassadors to bring change within the PHS community.

Young Men United is an innovative education equity initiative designed to empower young men of color to reach their academic and career aspirations.

Volunteers Needed - Help Vulnerable Neighbors with Snow Shoveling Assistance  

PLEASE GO HERE TO REGISTER TO VOLUNTEER: https://form.jotform.com/260296023336049

We are seeking volunteers to assist vulnerable residents across Maryland with snow shoveling and basic winter cleanup at private residences.  This effort supports neighbors who need extra help during severe winter conditions.    

What Volunteers Will Do: Work independently or in small volunteer teams to shovel snow from sidewalks, driveways and entryways.  

Volunteer Requirements: Volunteers must provide their own tools, equipment, supplies and protective gear including shovels, gloves, boots and appropriate winter clothing.   Volunteers must provide their own transportation to and from assigned locations.   Volunteers must be physically able to perform snow shoveling safely.    

Important Safety & Liability Notice:  By participating, volunteers acknowledge and agree that: They are volunteering entirely at their own risk Snow shoveling and winter activities involve inherent risks, including but not limited to slips, falls, weather exposure and physical exertion.  Volunteers assume full responsibility for their own safety, actions, and well-being. Volunteers understand that no insurance, medical coverage, or compensation is provided for participation in this volunteer activity.  

Waiver & Hold Harmless By volunteering, participants agree to release, waive, and hold harmless (County, State, UW) it's departments, officials, employees, partner organizations, property owners, and residents from any and all liability, claims, demands, or causes of action arising from participation, including injury, illness, property damage, or loss, whether caused by negligence or otherwise.    

Supporting Earth Day at Bay Brook Elementary/Middle School is an opportunity to empower students, strengthen the community, and create a cleaner, greener environment for everyone.  Projects include gardening, mulching, litter clean up and more!

About Community Schools:  Guided by a dedicated United Way Community School Coordinator, every Community School taps into distinct resources to address the needs of students, families, and the community. This holistic approach, weaving together academics, health and social services, youth and community development, and community engagement, directly impacts student learning, strengthens families, and nurtures healthier communities.