Office on Aging & Independence
9830 Patuxent Woods Drive
Columbia, MD 21046
United States
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About Project Holiday
Each year the Howard County Office on Aging and Independence leads Project Holiday, an initiative that delivers holiday gifts to older residents who could use some extra cheer at the end of the year. Volunteers of all ages, community organizations, crafters, service providers, and more rally around some of Howard County’s most experienced residents.
Get Involved!
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Send a Monetary Donation
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If you'd like to donate monetarily, please click the link below. Donations of all values are greatly appreciated and go directly towards delivering this program.
Project Holiday is not a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
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Volunteer Opportunities
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Project Holiday is a community-driven and community-supported initiative.
It is through volunteers like you that Project Holiday is even possible!
Holiday goodie bag packing days
Looking for volunteers to help organize donations and pack bags that will be distributed to individuals in their own homes, assisted living facilities and nursing homes.
Volunteer Days: Dec 11th and Dec 13th
Register here
Project Holiday Crafting Project
We invite you to participate in the Project Holiday Crafting Community Service Project. Make crafts to go into the gift bags that will be delivered to a grateful older adult living in the community, an assisted living facility or a nursing home. Help spread the joy of the season.
Craft days: Saturday, December 7th, 2024, 10am-12pm.
Register here
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Fundraising Opportunities
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Do you, your organization or community group want to get involved? Then you can help us this year by Fundraising!
Fundraising is a great way for you to get involved and get into the holiday spirit. Fundraise by yourself, with an organization or community group and contribute to Project Holiday. Here are some ideas for inspiration:
- Project Holiday Bake Sale
- Project Holiday Bauble
- Art show and sale for Project Holiday
- Car wash for Project Holiday
To organize a Project Holiday fundraiser email projectholiday@howardcountymd.gov
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Drop-off Locations & Hours
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Ellicott City 50+ Center
Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Ellicott City Fitness Center
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Saturday: 8:30 a.m. to Noon
North Laurel 50+ Center
Monday - Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Glenwood 50+ Center
Monday - Saturday: 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Bain 50+ Center, East Columbia 50+ Center, Elkridge 50+ Center
Monday - Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Saturday: 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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Download the Project Holiday Donation List Flier
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View, download, or print the Project Holiday flier.
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Have Questions about Project Holiday?
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If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact projectholiday@howardcountymd.gov
If you or your organization wants to get involved in Project Holiday 2024, we would love to hear from you!
THANK YOU FOR HELPING US SPREAD HOLIDAY CHEER!
Project Holiday reached 328 older adults in Howard County
You donated 5,294 items including:
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Hygiene products
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Cognitive engagement tools
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Self-care items
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and more!
Project Holiday volunteers provided approximately 410 hours of service!
$4,259 was raised to support Project Holiday and keep the cheer going!
THANK YOU!
