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Volunteering | Community Action Council of Howard County

Resource Name:Volunteering | Community Action Council of Howard County

address

9385 Gerwig Lane, Suite J, Columbia, MD 21046

Eligibility

Individuals 16 years or older and groups; some opportunities are limited to individuals 18 years or older and require a background check.

Required documents

Varies contact for details.

Hours

Monday-Friday 8:30am-12pm, 1pm-4pm.
410-313-6440

Voice

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Main

Application process

Call, email, or visit website to apply.

Service area

Howard County, MD

Other Information

Age Group

  • Young Adults (20-30)
  • Teens (13-19)
  • Older Adults (55+)
  • Adults (31-54)

Payment Options

  • Free or No-Cost Care

Offers individual and group volunteer opportunities supporting agency programs and operations. Volunteering More information:

  • Activities may include sorting and stocking food, assisting shoppers, maintaining the community garden, supporting classroom activities, and completing administrative tasks
  • Food Bank group opportunities accommodate 8-10 volunteers
  • Head Start placements require a background check

Last assured

08/18/2026

Providing organization

Community Action Council of Howard County

Nonprofit community action agency.