For most people, the holiday seasons are full of joy, warm laughs, and great food. But unfortunately, not everyone is able to enjoy it as such. So this year, I challenge you to go out and serve the community. Don't know where to start? Don't you fret! I have some wonderful suggestions for those who live in the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia areas!
Capital Area Food Bank
Location: D.C. and Virginia
Mission: To create access to healthy food in every community
Toys for Tots
Location: D.C., Maryland, and Virginia
Mission: To collect new unwrapped toys and distribute to less fortunate children
Animal Welfare League of Alexandria
Location: Alexandria, VA
Mission: To provide shelter, adoption, and welfare for animals
Shepherd's Table
Image: Shepherd's Table – Silver Spring CaresLocation: Silver Spring, Maryland
Mission: To provide meals, social services, medical support, clothing, and other assistance to the homeless and those in need
Thrive DC
Location: Washington, D.C.
Mission: To prevent and end homelessness in Washington, DC by providing vulnerable people with a range of services
House of Ruth
Location: Washington, D.C.
Mission: To help women, children and families heal from lifetimes of traumatic abuse
United Way of Central Maryland
Location: Maryland
Mission: Providing families with the necessities they need to succeed.
Sarah’s House
Location: Fort Meade, Maryland
Mission: Offer housing and other services to homeless families in Anne Arundel County
Prison Fellowship
Location: Virginia
Mission: Support the restoration of those affected by incarceration
DC Central Kitchen
Location: Washington, D.C.
Mission: Developing social ventures that break the cycle of hunger and poverty
