Howard County is not just a place known for its thriving community. Residents actively engage in various volunteer activities that support their neighbors, the environment, and the community as a whole. If you're looking for opportunities to give back to your community or make a positive impact, you're in the right place. In this blog, we'll explore some of the local volunteer events happening in Howard County that you can be a part of.

1. Robinson Nature Center

2023 Family Volunteer Day at Robinson Nature Center | Nov. 18, 2023
10:00am - 12:00pm | Age 8+ (with guardian supervison)

Location: Robinson Nature Center 6692 Cedar Lane Columbia MD 21043

Please dress for the weather and wear closed toed shoes. Please bring a refillable water bottle. Gloves, tools and snacks will be provided. We will be doing a trash pick up on our property.

Job Duties:
- trash pick up on the property

Please bring:
- a refillable water bottle
- dress for the weather

Minimum age: 8

2. 2023 Historic Ellicott City Autumn Clean-Up

Saturday, Nov 11 | 9am -11:30am | Ages 5+

Do your part to beautify our Community. Lend a hand by assisting with litter pick up in historic Ellicott City and at our historic properties. All are welcome! Please register by Nov. 4. Registration can be found here.

Volunteers, please bring gloves and wear comfortable shoes. Minimum age is 5.

3. 2023 Independent Trail Maintenance Volunteer

Jan 30, 2023 - Dec 31, 2023 Various Locations | Ages 18+

This opportunity is for volunteers interested in helping maintain the 60 miles of natural surface trail we have in Howard County. Job duties, training, and where you will work will be determined by you and the Trail Program Manager. This opportunity is flexible and you can work at times that work best with your schedule. All work is outdoor so bring water, wear gloves, and wear sunscreen/ insect repellent.

Minimum age: 18

4. 2023 Family Volunteer Day:

November 18th - details can be found here.

Looking for a fun way to spend quality time as a family, club or community group? We have exciting projects for 2023! Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Minimum age - 2