Montgomery County Volunteer Center
There are over 600 organizations in Montgomery County in need of volunteer support. Call the Montgomery County Volunteer and Community Service Center at (240) 777-2600 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday to explore opportunities.
These organizations provide a wide range of community service activities. They seek volunteers with a variety of skills. A listing of these organizations is available online.
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Student Service Learning
This web site maintains a list of agencies that will also accept volunteers who do not need SSL credit but wish to volunteer. Students in Montgomery County Public Schools are required to complete a number of student service learning hours before graduating. One of the ways students can fulfill this requirement is to select from an approved list of volunteer activities. The Volunteer and Community Service Center maintains this database of approved SSL agencies and activities. Every high school has an SSL coordinator. Students should contact their SSL coordinator with questions about Student Service Learning. Back to top

The Local American Red Cross
The American Red Cross has an urgent need for volunteers. Day, evening and weekend opportunities are available. For more information about volunteer opportunities, to schedule an interview or to sign up for orientation please call (301) 588-2515 extension 206 or extension 204. Back to top

Audubon Naturalist Society
Volunteer in the Audubon Naturalist Bookshop, on the grounds of our sanctuaries, or in the ANS office; lead a walk, be a stream monitor, get involved with ANS' conservation efforts; share your love of nature with kids; spread the word about ANS and natural history. More information is available online about these volunteer opportunities. For further information or to volunteer call Volunteer Coordinators Regina Sakaria or Tara Fuad at 301-652-9188 x30. Back to top

Recycling in Your Neighborhood
Master Recycler/Composter(MR/C) volunteers share information about Montgomery County's solid waste, recycling, and waste reduction programs with residents. This community outreach in a variety of venues plays an important part in helping the County achieve its goal of recycling 50% by 2000. Training is offered periodically. For more information, contact the MR/C Volunteer Program Office at 301-840-2852 or by e-mail (mrc@windsor.com). back to top

Habitat for Humanity
HFH strives to reduce substandard housing by providing a hand-up rather than a handout to help families to realize the dream of home ownership. Working in partnership with families, habitat volunteers build affordable housing here in Montgomery County, Maryland. To volunteer your time call (301) 962-3720 or sign up online. Back to top

Community Volunteer Fire Rescue
EMTs, firefighters, administrative assistants are needed in your community! Call 301 942-0100 to volunteer or e-mail CVFR with Your Name, Address, and Phone Number. Back to top

MOMS (Mothers Offering Maternal Support)
MOMS (Mothers Offering Maternal Support) matches an experienced mother with a teenager who is pregnant or already has a child. The volunteer MOM becomes a role model and a special friend for the young mother. The volunteer provides emotional support during the often difficult early-parenting stage, in decision making situations and advocates for the teen mother in her efforts to become an independent and supportive parent. A network of support is provided through monthly support group meetings. Special workshops and various social events for teens, volunteers and their children. For more information or to volunteer call Baynard at (301) 424-0656 ext. 115. back to top

The Rockville Arts Place
A nonprofit collection of galleries, studios, and classes, The Rockville Arts Place provides artistic opportunities for people of all ages and abilities. Volunteers are needed to help out in the galleries, the classroom, and the office. Call (301) 309-6900. Back to top

Rockville Little Theatre
RLT is a nonprofit, volunteer group celebrating its 48th year of providing community entertainment in Rockville, Maryland, needs volunteers for ushering, box office, and backstage help. RLT performs three times a year. Those helping with the production will be able to see the show for free. To participate, call (301) 340-1417. Back to top

The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship
NCCP is seeking volunteers to help with phone inquiries, sending out information packets, and other office work. To find out more, call (301) 650-8868. Back to top

The Washington Ear
This organization needs volunteers to read the Washington Post aloud, via telephone, for the visually or physically impaired. Volunteers are asked to read at least one weekday a week, or every other weekend. To find out more, call (301) 681-6636. The office is located at 35 University Boulevard, Silver Spring. Back to top

Kidney Disease is more common in the Washington area than anywhere else in the country. To help fight the disease, the local Kidney Foundation needs volunteers to help with fundraisers--a chili cookoff, authors' luncheon, golf tournament, tennis classic, and more. Call (301) 921-7870 for more information. Back to top

If you have a favorite program that needs volunteers or your organization is having a drive for victims of a recent tragedy please contact us so we may include them in this listing. (webmaster@derwood.net)