This organization helps the community with food distribution, clothes, diapers, classes and…read moresupplies. This is a great place to volunteer. A lot of effort goes into taking care of people.

This is a friendly place for donations. I have never found the employees "surly," as the previous…read morereview suggests. Note that it's only open Mon-Thurs 9-4, and that donations are around back. They do other kinds of social services in the office through the main glass doors. To make donations, drive around to the unloading area at the back right and ask for help (knock on the metal door). Here's their description: "serves TP/SS families in need with food, clothing and house ware assistance, as well as various workforce skill trainings. ACSGW will gladly take donations of clothing, shoes, accessories, linens, small appliances, kitchen/household items, toys, home décor, books, flat screens, and laptops (less than 5 years old). No furniture, child car seats, strollers, printers, and nonworking items. If a donation receipt is required drop off must be M-Th 9-4 at 501 Sligo Ave. Clothing and small items can be placed in the blue collection box at 501 Sligo Ave or behind Sligo Adventist Church on Greenwood."

I went there just once, they helped find what I needed regarding homeless sheltering. I appreciate…read morethe commitment they had and offering of laundry service as well as the donated snacks in the waiting room. They're not open everyday so check the hours on the house with the small blue trim. I'm sure this place needs help too if you have to offer.

This is by far the best the best outreach in the nation. The staff here are unbelievably awesome…read more Friendship place assist homeless veterans with legal counsel, job placement, state identification, birth certificates, social security cards, and housing. If resources exist this place will find them to assist those in need. Friendship Place is the best referral for helping homeless veterans... Nisha is the best!

The Children's Inn at NIH is an amazing place. They provide lodging for children, and their…read morefamilies, who are being treated at NIH. It is a warm and attractive facility. As they say on their website "While the NIH takes care of the child's medical needs, The Inn tends to the child's heart, soul and spirit." When you enter the building it looks like you have entered an upscale ski lodge. There is a reception desk to the left, but straight ahead is a sitting area with plush couches and a fireplace. As part of a service organization that provides Sunday dinners 3 times a year, I have only been in the public areas. They have recently added new kitchens, done other renovations, and built a new outdoor play area. Each family has their own private room. There are various public rooms such as a computer area, a quiet room, and dining areas, etc. Our group prepares a meal in a double kitchen equipped with 4 stoves, microwaves, sinks, small appliances, and kitchen equipment. There is a pantry with paper products and non-perishable items. Each family has a personal refrigerator for their own use and there is a common refrigerator for anyone to take advantage of. Volunteer groups can leave leftovers in the common refrigerators for residents to use. Behind the kitchen area we work in is a laundry room with a number of washers and dryers. Staff and volunteers provide a large number of diversions and activities for the families. One night there was a high school choral group; another time someone was organizing board games; and another night an outgoing man was setting up a bocce ball set for after dinner entertainment. Each child apparently has a mail box where small "treats" are provided. There are many ways to contribute to this amazing organization with donations of time, of money, or in kind. When I am at the Inn I feel sad for the children and their families, but I am thankful for them that they have the Inn and that they are getting treatment at such a remarkable, caring facility as the National Institutes of Health.

We stayed here when my girls came for a Chiari malformation study.The staff and volunteers are…read moresimply the best and so amazing. We were so grateful for all the help they offered us while we were there on our first visit. My girls love coming "home" to the children's inn. There is so much to do there--the staff always has movies available for kids and lots of fun activities planned. They even have a sweet therapy dog for the kids to love. . There is nothing you need to bring when you stay here besides your pillows and clothes. My girls always ask when we get to go back to see the amazing doctors there and stay at the Childrens inn. So blessed to have had this experience.

Volunteered here today with a group and wanted to share the wonderful work that this organization…read moredoes. In addition to the food pantry, they provide clothes, baby formula and diapers. They are always accepting clothing donations, in particular, women's clothing. They're open year round except for major holidays, rain or shine. They're always looking for volunteers. If you're looking to give back, consider this organization! Perfect for a student looking to earn community service hours! I really enjoyed my experience and will continue volunteering here.

This is a food bank and so much more - an amazing community resource and a very rewarding place to…read morevolunteer. If you need food assistance, you need to register in advance - the pickup is all drive through and contactless-very easy. What I love about this place is that it also provides a huge variety of FRESH foods (fruits, vegetables, baked goods) to clients - so not only is it combating hunger, but it's fighting food waste as well. This is an incredible place to volunteer because you see the impact you are making immediately - fantastic for a group or students looking for SSL hours. Register for slots on the website - be aware that you will be working mostly outdoors.

Hours are not posted correctly. Called the place to confirm time they closed, no answer. Arrived…read moreat the place 15 mins before closing (online info) and the staff were already leaving the property. Location was easy to find though.

I was looking for a nearby place yo drop off donations and…read morecame across Interfaith. They are currently only accepting clothing and food donations due to COVID-19. Drop off was a breeze! They have self service donation bins and a table for you to sign in and pick up your receipt. While I was there I saw a few folks lined up to recieve items which made me feel like the items are actually going to people in need vs another retail resale store. Highly recommend if you need to give or recieve.

Excellent service. Friendly staff. Variety of foods in good condition and they bring it to the door…read morefor seniors. Helpful for years.

Sorry manna food..l informed you about a situation that food was being restocked at a store that I…read moredonated to you guys and you blew me off...no more donations to you... after 20 years

The Bethesda Urban Partnership is a model organization that any city or Urban area should be…read morebegging for. What do they do? How about everything! Bethesda Urban Partnership is not only about holding the coolest most buzz-worthy events in the area, but they are also providing residence services like :vehicles that drive around and help out incapacitated vehicles. One of my friends actually broke down on Wisconsin Avenue and a Bethesda UP car happened across her in minutes and helped her get it to a gas station super pronto. They are in charge of Taste of Bethesda: which was a great event last year and just has SO MANY local businesses come out They do Bethesda Outdoor Movies: which I went to for the first time this summer and loved it. I saw Princess Bride and LIfe of Pi. They do all sorts of stuff and they're generally there for helping out in any sort of way they can. They also are involved in the arts and help keep Bethesda clean and friendly. I don't think Bethesda knows how lucky we are to have this civic organization. They have a large hand in making Bethesda into the thriving community that it is today.

These people go above and beyond for our city I love the fact that they're here I don't see any…read morestickers or graffiti at all, and potholes are being taken care of plus sidewalks curbs everything is looking better because of them thank you BUP. I hope these guys have the best equipment they can have since this is a nonprofit an all. Some of the clothes I see seem a bit tattered and gear plus some of the tools look a little worn out, with the city like this it should be no problem to have New things that these guys may need.

Was my first time going to an medical. Quality wise it was…read moreover my expectations. Value was and it is that this place changed my life. Thank you medical staff for your dedication and supra human efforts to make me and all people from second floor better. The value for me to be there was like starting new life.

Luckily I've never had to rely on a homeless shelter. But for those who need it, this place is a…read morenice one. It is for those who have mental health issues (as is the case with most homeless) and who are in need of medical services. You can tell this place from the sculpture out front. Once when I was working with a youth program, we had a number of lunches left over from our off-site program. We decided to donate the leftover lunches to Christ House and they were so appreciative. Some of the residents came and helped us unload the truck and they were so happy to have us there that they offered to give us a tour (unfortunately, due to our double parking, we had to decline). If you are in need of help, or looking for a worthwhile volunteering opportunity, this is a great place and a good service to the community.