Student Service Learning 

Service-Learning is a teaching method that combines meaningful service to the community with curriculum-based learning. Students improve their academic skills by applying what they learn in school to the real world; they then reflect on their experience to reinforce the link between their service and their learning.

• Parks and Recreation MNCPPC - Opportunities to volunteer with M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County are almost unlimited! Individuals and groups can help on a one-day project or on an ongoing basis.

• Maryland Food Bank - All Volunteers under 18 will need a waiver signed by a parent of a guardian. This is done through the online volunteer portal. After completing the registration, volunteers under 18 will be prompted to send the waiver electronically to be signed by a parent or guardian.

  • As of July 1, 2023, all unaccompanied minor volunteers (ages 16 to 18) can volunteer without the presence of a parent of guardian, but must have a parent or guardian fill out a separate Solo Youth Volunteering Waiver in addition to our General Volunteer Waiver. These documents must be submitted before participating in a volunteer event. Create account in online portal - https://mdfoodbank.rosterfy.com/login

• Luminis Health - Luminis Health (Doctor's Community Hospital) offers a student volunteer program in various departments throughout our hospitals. Applications are accepted for the fall, spring and summer semesters.
  Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age or older by the date of orientation

• Able to commit to at least three hours per week of volunteering in an assigned placement for an entire semester (fall, spring or summer)

• Available to attend required orientation

• Provide documentation of required immunizations, including, but not limited to MMR, varicella, hepatitis B, Tdap, flu (current year), and tuberculosis screen

• Friendly, compassionate, attentive and willing to learn

• Submit completed application by the semester due date

• If you have additional questions about LHDCMC volunteering, please email Valerie Nicholas, Volunteer Coordinator, at vnic100@luminishealth.org.

If you have additional questions about LHAAMC volunteering, please email Michelle Bossi, Volunteer Coordinator, at mbossi@luminishealth.org.

• Children's National Hospital - It takes only a small amount of time to make a big difference in a child's life. Volunteers at Children’s National Hospital serve in a variety of ways to assist patients and family members during their hospital visit. Whether spending time playing at a patient’s bedside, delivering flowers, sorting donations or helping visitors navigate the hospital, our volunteers play a critical role in setting the standards of excellence in a healthcare setting.

  • The Volunteer Services Department also manages Dr. Bear’s Closet, which includes donated toys, games, clothing and personal care items for patients and their families. Donating to Dr. Bear’s Closet is a great way to give back and make a lasting impact on a child’s visit to the hospital. Visit the Dr. Bear’s Closet page to view our current wish list and guidelines for making a donation to Children’s National today!

  • Please review our volunteer requirements and opportunities below, and contact us with any questions.

• Prince George's County Library System - Teens needing student service learning (SSL) hours can participate in ongoing opportunities to earn SSL hours such as Teen Action Groups (TAG) and VolunTEEN. Those 14 or older are welcome to reach out to their local library to find out about other volunteer opportunities.

• Greenbelt Animal Shelter - Our small staff is extremely dedicated. We also rely on volunteers to help us make the Greenbelt Animal Shelter the best it can be!

  • Our volunteers apply their unique skills and passions to the shelter in many different ways. For example, dog walking, cat socializing, fostering, shelter care, events planning, fundraising, and the list goes on.

  • Our animals benefit from every positive human interaction they have. Any help given is always appreciated.

  • If you want to apply to volunteer at the Animal Shelter, fill out the following form. It can be emailed or dropped off to us at the Greenbelt Police Station at any time.

  • View or download the Volunteer Application (PDF).

• Greenbelt Animal Shelter - 

• Catholic Charities - SHARE has volunteer opportunities for everyone! Adults, families, groups, organizations and students are all welcome. Join us for an experience that is fun and fulfilling while making a difference in your community.  Sign Up Today

• Latino Student Fund - Provides individualized academic support to underserved students in the DMV area.  Volunteer. Make a Difference.  For more info click here

• Prince George's County Cultural Arts Study: 2021 Virtual Teen Forum

• Teen Summit - "The Deets of Dementia 2021" sponsored by The Links, Incorporated, Mount Rose (MD) Chapter and White Rose Foundation, Inc. 

• Blood Donor - American Red Cross 

  • Give Blood. Donating blood makes a big difference in the lives of others. Visit the American Red Cross and learn more.

• Maryland Responds Medical Reserve Corps Volunteer 

  • Willing to provide services during a disaster or emergency situation? Register today at Maryland Responds.

• Prince George's Volunteer Center P.O Box 187, Hyattsville, MD 20781

• (301) 699-2800 Fax (301) 699-2806

• Maryland Unites Opportunities 

  • Governor Larry Hogan has shared how Marylanders can help during the COVID-19 pandemic - learn more.

• Official Student Election Judges Application 

• Anacostia Watershed Society Service Opportunities are available throughout the fall.  Go to the Our Events tab for more information! 

• University of Maryland Service Opportunity Resource Link - provides access to a variety of service/community opportunities for volunteers.  **Please note that these organizations and opportunities are not necessarily endorsed by PGCPS and that parents are highly encouraged to investigate the opportunities to determine if the organization and/or activity is appropriate for their child.**   If you would like for an organization to go through the process of pre-approval, please contact the Office of Teaching and Learning at 301-952-6395.

• Adopt a US Soldier- If you have time to write one letter a week, you can adopt a US soldier or donate items needed by homeless veterans. Learn more at https://www.americasadoptasoldier.org/

• The Human Voice Bank- All you have to do is read a few sentences to contribute your voice to be used in assistive technology for people who are unable to vocalize. Learn more at https://vocalid.ai/voicebank/

• St Jude Hospital - Bring your passion to our mission by volunteering in your area to support the kids of St. Jude. For more information visit:  https://volunteer.stjude.org/custom/515/volunteer_registration

• DoSomething.Org 

  • DoSomething empowers young people to enact social change both online or off. Volunteer online through one of our campaigns to help solve real-world problems. DoSomething members have used the internet to successfully urge Apple to diversify their emojis, change the dictionary definition of “Black/black”, and create a youth-powered mental health guide for students nationwide..https://www.dosomething.org/us

• Crisis Text Line

  • Here’s a perfect example of technology being used for good. Become a volunteer to help the Crisis Text Line continue to offer free, 24/7 support for those in crisis. If you’re at least 18 and can commit to volunteering four hours each week, you can apply to be trained for free. https://www.crisistextline.org/become-a-volunteer/

• Catchafire

  • This volunteer search tool is exclusively for online volunteer projects. Each one has a timeline that can range anywhere from an hour to a few weeks. So whether you have an afternoon or several, you can help not-for-profit with tasks like writing thank you letters or editing photos. https://www.catchafire.org/