5 Ways to Volunteer Your Time This Holiday Season
Want to give back to the community? There are plenty of ways to help out.
It's the season of giving - and not just gifts.
We found a few organizations in Dedham looking for you to help out by donating some of your time, but if you know of others, add them to the comment section below.
- Dedham Food Pantry
When: Saturdays, 8-11 a.m.
Helping clients shop and navigate the store.
Contact: 781-320-9442 - Dedham Food Pantry
When: Saturday mornings
Picking up donations from various locations, including Showcase Cinema.
Contact: 781-320-9442 - 4C's for Kids Fund Christmas Smiles Toy Drive
When: Sunday, Dec. 4
They need help with set up at 10 a.m., and people to help serve coffee and hot chocolate from 1-5 p.m.
Contact: mark.4csforkidsfund@hotmail.com - Meals on Wheels Drivers
When: One hour on weekdays, between 10:30 a.m. and 12 p.m.
Homebound seniors need you to deliver nutritious meals to them. Drive around town for an hour and meet some great seniors.
Contact: Marsha Whittaker, 781-784-4944 - American Red Cross
When: Various (see here for details)
Volunteer a bit of time and donate blood. Each donor receives a coupon for a free appetizer or dessert at a participating Chili's restaurant.
Contact: Schedule appointments online