Community Resources
Maryland
Donate to Hospitals
The Maryland Governor’s Office
University of Maryland Medical Donations
COVID-19 Medical Equipment & Cleaning Supplies
Click the "Donation and Volunteer Opportunities“ tab for a list of local efforts to donate blood, protective gear, and other medical supplies and provide meals to school children and families in need.
The University of Maryland School of Medicine is accepting donations to support the care for patients and work towards a vaccine.
Listing of sites across Maryland that are open for donations for COVID-19 medical equipment and cleaning supplies.
Donate Your Time
Maryland Responds Reserve Medical Corps
Volunteer today for this force of dedicated medical volunteers. Now recruiting active and retired health care professionals, medical students, and other interested volunteers
Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland is proud to be part of Maryland’s emergency response community feeding team. We are exercising every precaution to minimize the impact of COVID-19 on the vulnerable seniors we serve and to ensure the safety of our employees and volunteers.
Food Resources
Donate to the Maryland Food Bank
As essential second responders, the Maryland Food Bank is working diligently to continue core operations amidst this public health crisis.
Donate to Maryland Food Pantries
There are several food pantries and food banks in the state of Maryland. The Food Pantry has compiled a database of food pantries across the state of Maryland on their site.
COVID-19 School Sites for Meals in Maryland
Check the website for links to each school district for additional updates and meal service locations.
Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland is proud to be part of Maryland’s emergency response community feeding team. We are exercising every precaution to minimize the impact of COVID-19 on the vulnerable seniors we serve and to ensure the safety of our employees and volunteers.
Child Care Resources
YMCA
Here you will find Y information and community resources for children, adults, seniors, and families. Please check back often as updates are made regularly.
Early Childhood Public School Child Care
The site provides the full list on the Department of Education website or by calling 877-261-0060 Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Maryland Family Network
Provides state-funded childcare and information on programs which have been established by the State of Maryland to serve only designated essential personnel.
COVID-19 Information
Maryland Department of Health
Up-to-date information on the COVID-19 crisis for the state of Maryland, including the "Stay-at-home”order and guidance concerning childcare.
Washington D.C.
Donate to Hospitals
#GETMEPPE DC Area
Healthcare workers in the DC area are fighting endlessly against COVID-19 and need adequate PPE. Complete the form below to donate unused PPE to help our healthcare workers stay safe and combat the shortage of PPE. Click here for #GETMEPPE’s parent site to learn more.
Serve DC Donations
Make an in-kind donation of goods (bulk PPE, prepackaged foods, bleach, hand sanitizer, etc.) or services to Serve DC, the Mayor’s Office on Volunteerism and Partnerships.
Donate your time
The District of Columbia (DC) Medical Reserve Corps
Help lead D.C.’s public health and medical emergency preparedness. DC MRC is open to medical and non-medical volunteers; however, there is a “growing need” for those with medical experience.
Help Fight Poverty with So Others Might Eat
Apply your personal skills to help fight poverty in the D.C. area with So Other’s Might Eat (SOME).
Food Resources
Comprehensive Meal Sites
Government of the District of Columbia has compiled a comprehensive list of locations where meals are served for people under 18. This list was last updated as of 7/17/2020
DC govt. Food Resources
Visit the Government of the District of Columbia’s page to access and learn about various food resources you are eligible for.
Farmer’s Markets
Visit your local DC Farmer’s Market for fresh and affordable produce.
Childcare Resources
The Emergency Child Care Initiative
Essential workers are able to receive childcare for children 6 weeks to 12 years old. To learn more about the program Click Here
The button below leads to the application form.
Northern Virginia
Education
Northern Virginia Community College Resources
Learn more about the various different resources students in need can get on Northern Virginia Community College’s website. The resource board includes
NOVA Educational Foundation COVID-19 Emergency Student Aid Fund
Donate or apply to NOVA Educational Foundation’s COVID-19 Emergency Student Fund to help ensure that NOVA students stay in school.
COVID-19 Resources
COVID-19 Mental Health Resources for Families & Professionals
In these difficult times, keep a healthy mind with Healthy Minds Fairfax Mental Health Resources. Included are 24/7 emergency numbers, Provider Directories, and more.