D25 Service Event
December 25, 2023
The Delivering Good Network is thrilled to announce our collaboration with Edlavitch JCC of DC for D25, EDJCC’s largest volunteer event of the year. Hundreds of volunteers will be spreading holiday cheer on December 25 across the DC Metro Area.
Choose your project based on location, type of activity, or time of day – you will find something for people of all ages and abilities!
See below for a list of the projects coming up for D25 in Montgomery County. Please note that if you do not have an account with EDJCC’s registration system, you will need to create an account to sign up for these programs.
For any questions, please contact Sonya Weisburd at sweisburd@edcjcc.org.
Holiday Party at Interfaith Works – Becky’s House
1:00 – 3:00 PM
Join other volunteers to spend time with residents of Becky’s House playing games, socializing, and handing out gifts, then set up and serve a late afternoon meal. Becky’s House provides a safe environment for up to eight senior women with a disability, many of whom have lived on the streets for decades with no place to go. All materials for the project will be provided.
Holiday Party at Interfaith Works – Priscilla’s House
1:00 – 3:00 PM
Join other volunteers to spend time with residents of Priscilla’s House playing games, socializing, and handing out gifts, then set up and serve a late afternoon meal. Priscilla’s House is a transitional housing program for eight homeless women with a mental health disability. All materials for the project will be provided.
Holiday Party at Makom – Brown Home
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Makom, formerly the Jewish Foundation for Group Homes, is a non-sectarian, non-profit organization, providing support and services for individuals with disabilities in the greater Washington area. Volunteers will host a holiday party for residents, which will include playing games, and doing arts and crafts.
Holiday Party at Makom – Mendelson Home
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Makom, formerly the Jewish Foundation for Group Homes, is a non-sectarian, non-profit organization, providing support and services for individuals with disabilities in the greater Washington area. Volunteers will host a holiday party for residents, which will include playing games, and doing arts and crafts.
Holiday Sing-Along at Charles E. Smith Life Communities
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Do you like spreading cheer and putting a smile on people’s faces?
Charles E. Smith Life Communities (also known as the Hebrew Home of Greater Washington) brings together six living options for seniors in campus, each with its own specialized services. Volunteers will join for a lively and fun holiday themed sing-along with the residents (songbooks provided). This is a great opportunity if you like to sing and know some basic carols! Please dress festively.
