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    • 06/01/2024
    • 9:00 AM (EDT)
    • 07/31/2024
    • 9:00 PM (EDT)
    • Informed through Email, 48085
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    Join us in making a difference for the planet!

    Register now if you're passionate about reducing your environmental footprint and taking action for a healthier world.

    As a volunteer, you will receive a cotton bag to personalize with your own unique artwork or painting. Let's work together to avoid plastic bags, which not only harm our environment but also pose a risk to our health.

    By participating, you'll be taking a vital step towards creating a more sustainable future.

    Let's make a positive impact and create a healthier planet for all!

    For any questions email at detroit@sewausa.org



    • 06/05/2024
    • 7:00 AM (EDT)
    • 09/30/2024
    • 11:59 PM (EDT)
    • Ellicott City, MD, 21042
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    Sewa Maryland LEAD Volunteers would be collecting non-perishable food items for donating to the local food banks and pantries. Each LEAD volunteer can get maximum 4 hours per month.



    • 07/17/2024
    • 9:30 AM (CDT)
    • 08/24/2024
    • 9:00 PM (CDT)
    • To be communicated,
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    Need adult and high school volunteers to help sort through e-waste, pack them and drop them off with Ava Recycling. We are partnering with Ava Recycling to dispose them appropriately without adding to the landfill.



    • 07/27/2024
    • 9:00 AM (EDT)
    • 09/07/2024
    • 3:00 PM (EDT)
    • Virtual. Participate from anywhere!
    • 60
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    Sewa Maryland joins AmeriCorps and its partner American Diversity Group to engage senior citizens in Act Green, Save the Future. By consistently following small, yet impactful, habits toward achieving a greener environment, a BIG change can be made.

    This is an educational and awareness workshop followed by a month-long activity with senior citizens to promote good habits for reducing the carbon footprint and helping the environment.

    A commemoration ceremony remembering the victims, fallen heroes, first responders of, and volunteers who helped during and after, the 9/11 tragedy and appreciation of volunteers who participated in a year-long campaign for 9/11 National Day of Remembrance and Service would also be held.

    For any questions, please reach out to pmserve-dc@sewausa.org  or 443-900-3692

    • 08/01/2024
    • 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM (EDT)
    • 2617 Buck Lodge Rd, Hyattsville, MD, 20783
    • 36
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    Sewa International (Maryland chapter), Cherokee Lane Elementary School of Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS), and American Diversity Group (ADG) are collaborating for the school community to clean up the rain garden areas and the front of the school. This activity is supported by AmeriCorps for environmental stewardship and justice. Please bring your family members, friends, and neighbors to help protect the environment.

    Event Date: Thursday, August 1, 8-10 am 

    Please register for the event using either the QR code or the link given in the flyer and please mark your calendars. Each volunteer needs to sign up separately. Children under 16 years age need adult supervision.

    More details will be sent after registration and closer to the event date via email.

    We look forward to seeing you on August 1.

    For any questions, please reach out to maryland@sewausa.org or 323-963-9613

    Free T-shirts, snacks, water, trash bags and gloves would be provided.

    Please wear close-toes shoes (mandatory) and comfortable clothes. Hats and sunscreen are optional.

    Please bring your reusable water bottle to avoid using single-use plastic bottles.

    • 08/03/2024
    • 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM (EDT)
    • Parking Lot - Smith Field Park, 68 Baldwin Rd, Parsippany, 07054
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    Sewa North Jersey has adopted Parks in North Jersey and the Route 46 in Parsippany. We schedule highway and parks clean up once a quarter. A great opportunity to give back to the community for those who have a couple hours to spare whenever you get a chance.



    • 08/03/2024
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM (EDT)
    • 1 Pump House Rd, Parsippany, 07054
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    Sewa North Jersey Electronic Recycling Drive. Volunteers to collect any of the following 10 small items such as (powder cords, cell phones, laptops, keyboards, modems, corded or cordless phones). No Exceptions. Collected items will be dropped off at the Parsippany Recycling Center



    • 08/03/2024
    • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (EDT)
    • 10001 Aerospace Rd, Lanham, MD, 20706
    • 40
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    Sewa International (Maryland chapter), Redeemers Church of Christ in Lanham, and American Diversity Group (ADG) are collaborating for the church community to clean up the community outdoor areas. This activity is supported by AmeriCorps for environmental stewardship and justice. Please bring your family members, friends, and neighbors to help protect the environment.

    Event date:  Saturday, August 3, 9-11 am. 

    Please register for the event using either the QR code or the link given in the flyer and please mark your calendars. Each volunteer needs to sign up separately. Children under 16 years age need adult supervision.

    We look forward to seeing you on August 3.

    More details will be sent after registration and closer to the event date via email.

    For any questions, please reach out to maryland@sewausa.org or 323-963-9613


    Free T-shirts, snacks, water, trash bags and gloves would be provided.

    Please wear close-toes shoes (mandatory) and comfortable clothes. Hats and sunscreen are optional.

    Please bring your reusable water bottle to avoid using single-use plastic bottles.



    • 08/03/2024
    • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (CDT)
    • Harrington Park 401 W 16th St. Plano TX 75075, 75075
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    Join us for an enriching park restoration activity at Harrington Park, Plano, TX while helping the nature become clean and green again. Engage in environmental stewardship for healthy tomorrow. Contact - dallas@sewausa.org



    • 08/03/2024
    • 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (EDT)
    • 12210 Plum Orchard Dr, Ste. 214, Silver Spring, MD, 20904
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    SAVING A LIFE – OPIOID OVERDOSE, a workshop by US FDA, in partnership with American Diversity Group (ADG), about how to handle Opioid drug overdose to save a life will be presented on Aug. 3, 2024, from 11 am to 12 noon at the Sewa Community Center. It would be followed by a session by Ram Kumar ji (a LEAD parent) on Sewa outreach activities, and "Introduction to Darshana" exhibition.

    This will be a 4 hours event in total.

    All LEADs should attend. Lunch will be provided.

    • 08/05/2024
    • 12:00 AM (EDT)
    • 09/05/2024
    • 12:00 AM (EDT)
    • Virginia, USA, 20151
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    Challenge to take the charge:

    Empower a Greener Tomorrow, One Small Act at a Time! Register and join us for a month of small actions. Start making a difference with simple, yet impactful, acts of environmental kindness. that add up to make a BIG difference!

    All you need to do:

    Complete each act and check it off on our interactive list that will be provided. Send us your progress at the end of the month and:- Receive a personalized 'Eco-Friendliness' certificate- Enter into a drawing for a sustainable prize pack

    Thanks 

    Sew International DC Chapter


    • 08/05/2024
    • 9:00 AM (EDT)
    • 09/05/2024
    • 10:00 PM (EDT)
    • At Home, 48098
    Register

    Empower a Greener Tomorrow, One Small Act at a Time!Register and join us for a month of small actions.Start making a difference with simple, yet impactful, acts of environmental kindness. that add up to make a BIG difference!



    • 08/05/2024
    • 9:00 AM (PDT)
    • 09/05/2024
    • 5:00 PM (PDT)
    • Virtual. Participate from anywhere!, 00000
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    Join us for a month-long journey of making a difference with simple yet impactful acts of environmental kindness. Each small action adds up to create a significant positive impact on our planet! How to Get Involved: Register Now to receive your interactive list of eco-friendly tasks. Complete each act and check it off on your list. At the end of the month, send us your progress report. As a thank you: Receive a personalized 'Eco-Friendliness' certificate Enter a drawing for a sustainable prize pack Let’s work together to create a greener tomorrow, one small act at a time! Together, We Build a Greener Future!



    • 08/10/2024
    • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (EDT)
    • 1050 Brushfoot Trail, Suwanee, GA 30024, 30024

    We are scheduling the James Burgess Road clean up on Saturday, August 10, 2024 from 9:00 - 11:00am. Start at James Burgess-Nichols Road junction. End at James Burgess-Patrick Circle junction. Please bring a friend and join Sewa to make a visible impact on your local environment while building community and group pride.



    • 08/10/2024
    • 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM (CDT)
    • Dayton Bluffs Preserve: 2997 Route 71, Ottawa, IL – west side of 71, just south of Interstate 80, 61350
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    Please join us to restore the Dayton Bluffs Preserve in partnership with The Conservation Foundation (https://theconservationfoundation.org/).



    • 08/19/2024
    • 9:00 AM (EDT)
    • 08/31/2024
    • 3:00 PM (EDT)
    • 12210 Plum Orchard Dr, Ste 214, Silver Spring, MD, 20904
    Register

    Paint, Protect, Preserve*Reduce single-use plastic bags*Join a fun, eco-friendly activity*Paint a reusable cotton bag expressing your creativitySewa International USA joins AmeriCorps and 9/11 Day.org to commit ourselves to a lifetime of volunteering, civic engagement, and giving back. Through service and volunteerism, we can make a lasting impact on our communities. In an effort to reduce using plastic, join the Sewa team to make a meaningful contribution to our environment and planet.

    • 08/19/2024
    • 10:00 AM (EDT)
    • 08/30/2024
    • 1:00 PM (EDT)
    • 12210 Plum Orchard Dr, Ste 214, Silver Spring, MD, 20904
    Register

    Sewa International joins AmeriCorps and 9/11 Day.org to commit ourselves to a lifetime of volunteering, civic engagement, and giving back. Through service and volunteerism, we can make a lasting impact on our communities. In an effort to reduce using plastic, join the Sewa team to make a meaningful contribution to our environment and planet.

    • 09/01/2024
    • 9:00 AM (EDT)
    • 09/15/2024
    • 12:00 AM (EDT)
    • Personal Homes, 20151
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    Join us from September 1st to 15th for a recycle drive at your parties, festivals, or get-togethers. Anyone and everyone can participate.

    Venue: At your own home, your own party

    Anytime between 1St September to 15th September

    To be a conscious community member:

    • Register as a party host

    • Invite your guests to bring toys/books/lightly used clothes

    • Donate the material in the underserved community

    • Share your photo experience

    Lets participate as a community and for the community.

    Thanks

    Sewa International Washington DC chapter



    • 09/07/2024
    • 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM (CDT)
    • Austin, TX, 73301
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    Register using the QR code, bring your brush, and start painting the reusable bags.Each volunteer will paint 2-3 bags, one bag to take home with them, and other 2 bags to be donated in the underserved communities.Bags and colors will be provided at the venue.Volunteers above 7 years old



    • 09/07/2024
    • 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM (MDT)
    • Maryvale area in District 5.   From 51st Avenue to 59th Avenue. & From Camelback to Indian School Road, 85031
    Register

    Sewa International USA joins hands with AmeriCorps and 9/11 Day.org to commit ourselves to a lifetime of volunteering, and civic engagement. Through service and volunteerism, we can make a lasting impact on our communities. In partnership with District 5 Emmanuel, join the Sewa team in our plantation, recycling and clean up effort. Bring along your family and friends to make a meaningful contribution to Mother Earth and honor our heroes!!!



    • 09/07/2024
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (EDT)
    • Neshaminy State Park - Tidal Marsh Natural Area, Andalusia, PA, 19020
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    South Jersey Sewa, in partnership with XL Events, invites you to participate in a tree planting event at Neshaminy State Park.



    • 09/08/2024
    • 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (EDT)
    • Occoquan Regional Park, 9571 Old OX Rd, Lorton, VA 22079, 22079
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    Sewa International DC Chapter invites you to the 9/11 Culmination 5K run event. 

    September 11, 9/11 is declared as Patriotic day and National day of Service.  . To commemorate the lives and services of fallen heroes, Sewa International in collaboration with Americorps  to conducted environmental stewardship activities throughout the year. 5K run will mark as the finale of the effort for the year of 2024. 

    Come and join us for the fun. We will provide saplings to all the families and provide tips to become a responsible plant parent. Even if you dont run, just come for the fun. There will be some refreshments as well.

    Thanks

    Sewa International DC Chapter


    • 09/09/2024
    • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (PDT)
    • Fellowship Plaza, 1420 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga, CA, 95070
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    Join us in making a positive impact on our environment by reducing plastic waste! Did you know over 1 trillion plastic bags are used each year worldwide? Let's turn the tide with reusable bags!Express Your Creativity: Customize your own reusable bag with paint and designs of your choice!Go Green: Take part in this meaningful activity and help promote sustainability in our community.Materials Provided: We supply the reusable bags and paint—all you need to bring is your creativity!Join us for a fun-filled day of creativity and environmental stewardship! Together, we can make a difference.



    • 09/11/2024
    • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (EDT)
    • Chesterfield Township , 295 Bordentown-Chesterfield Road, Chesterfield, NJ, 08515
    Register

    9/11 Memorial Inauguration



    • 09/12/2024
    • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (PDT)
    • Parkview Senior Center, 355 Race St, San Jose, CA, 95126
    Register

    Join us in making a positive impact on our environment by reducing plastic waste! Did you know over 1 trillion plastic bags are used each year worldwide? Let's turn the tide with reusable bags!Express Your Creativity: Customize your own reusable bag with paint and designs of your choice!Go Green: Take part in this meaningful activity and help promote sustainability in our community.Materials Provided: We supply the reusable bags and paint—all you need to bring is your creativity!Join us for a fun-filled day of creativity and environmental stewardship! Together, we can make a difference.



    • 09/13/2024
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (EDT)
    • Senior Center, 20170
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    Sewa International is collaborating with Americorps for the 9/11 National Day of service honoring the lives and service of our fallen heroes.To promote Environmental stewardship , we encourage community to avoid using plastic bags . Instead use the cloth bags.At the senior center, we will paint a cloth bag and donate these bags to the underprivileged community.



    • 09/14/2024
    • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (EDT)
    • Cumming, GA, 30040
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    In honor of the tragedy that occurred on 9/11, and the actions of volunteers, first responders, and more, we are bringing together the community and strengthening our ties to protect the environment.Please join us with friends anf family to help with Majors Road clean up.Sewa International USA joins hands with AmeriCorps and 9/11Day.org to commit to a lifetime of volunteering, civic engagement, and giving back.www.sewadayofservice.org



    • 09/14/2024
    • 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (EDT)
    • Yet to Decide, 48098
    Register

    Join us in this noble activity of collecting native seeds.



    • 09/14/2024
    • 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (EDT)
    • 33 Baldwin Rd, Parsippany, NJ, 07054

    Sewa International USA joins hands with AmeriCorps and 9/11 Day.org to commit to a lifetime of volunteering, civic engagement, and giving back. Through service and volunteerism, we can make a lasting impact on our communities. In partnership with local vendors and organizations, join the Sewa team at our environmental expo. Bring along your family and friends to make a meaningful contribution to Mother Earth and honor our heroes!!! Parsippany PAL, 33 Baldwin Rd, Parsippany, NJ, 07054



    • 09/14/2024
    • 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM (PDT)
    • 10200 Crow Canyon Rd, Castro Valley, CA,, 94552
    Register

    Sewa International has partnered with GreenFriends Farm for this event. Volunteers will contribute to both indoor and outdoor activities at GreenFriends Farm. Outdoors, you will assist in beautifying the Garden and Orchard through activities such as harvesting, weeding, tree care, fencing and creating a walking path with mulch. Indoors, volunteers will help in the Temple with organizing and cleaning projects. For queries, Contact - servebayarea@gmail.com



    • 09/14/2024
    • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (CDT)
    • 345 W Bethel Rd, Coppell, TX 75019, 75019
    Register

    Sewa International USA joins hands with AmeriCorps and 9/11 Day.org to commit ourselves to a lifetime of volunteering, and civic engagement. Through service and volunteerism, we can make a lasting impact on our communities. Please join us for an Environmental Fair and commemoration event for our fallen heroes of 9/11!!



    • 09/14/2024
    • 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM (EDT)
    • Great Valley High School, 225 Phoenixville Pike, Malvern, PA, 19355
    Register


    Sewa International USA joins hands with AmeriCorps to commit for lifetime of volunteering, civic engagement, and giving back. Through service and volunteerism, we can make a lasting impact on our communities. Join Pennsylvania and Delaware chapter team with friends and family to honor our first responders and dedicated volunteers in our community.



    • 09/14/2024
    • 3:00 PM - 5:59 PM (CDT)
    • Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) 2200 Staffordshire Road Missouri City, TX 77489 United States, 77489
    Register

    Sewa International USA joins hands with AmeriCorps and 9/11 Day.org to commit ourselves to a lifetime of volunteering, and civic engagement. Through service and volunteerism, we can make a lasting impact on our communities. Bring along your family and friends to honor our heroes!!!



    • 09/19/2024
    • 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (PDT)
    • Dublin Senior Center, 600 Amador Valley Blvd, Dublin, CA, 94568
    Register

    Join us in making a positive impact on our environment by reducing plastic waste! Did you know over 1 trillion plastic bags are used each year worldwide? Let's turn the tide with reusable bags!Express Your Creativity: Customize your own reusable bag with paint and designs of your choice!Go Green: Take part in this meaningful activity and help promote sustainability in our community.Materials Provided: We supply the reusable bags and paint—all you need to bring is your creativity!Join us for a fun-filled day of creativity and environmental stewardship! Together, we can make a difference.



    • 09/20/2024
    • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (PDT)
    • Belovida Senior Center, 1777 Newbury Park Dr San Jose, CA, 95133
    Register

    Join us in making a positive impact on our environment by reducing plastic waste! Did you know over 1 trillion plastic bags are used each year worldwide? Let's turn the tide with reusable bags!Express Your Creativity: Customize your own reusable bag with paint and designs of your choice!Go Green: Take part in this meaningful activity and help promote sustainability in our community.Materials Provided: We supply the reusable bags and paint—all you need to bring is your creativity!Join us for a fun-filled day of creativity and environmental stewardship! Together, we can make a difference.



    • 09/21/2024
    • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (EDT)
    • Nottoway Park, 9537, Courthouse Road, Vienna, VA, 22181
    Register


    Sewa International - DC chapter in partnership with Fairfax County Park Authority cordially invites community volunteers of all ages to a park cleanup and planting event.. We will be working on the gardening plot. Refreshments will be provided. Look forward to see you all.September 11, 9/11 is declared as Patriotic day and National day of Service. . To commemorate the lives and services of fallen heroes, Sewa International in collaboration with Americorps to conducted environmental stewardship activities throughout the year. This event will mark as the finale of the effort for the year of 2024.



    • 09/21/2024
    • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (EDT)
    • Brinton Run Preserve, 6 Oakland Rd, Chadds Ford, PA, 19382
    Register

    Drive to plant 500 trees in a local farms. (Brinton / Lundale / Nishaminy)



    • 09/21/2024
    • 9:00 AM (EDT)
    • 09/22/2024
    • 3:00 PM (EDT)
    • Lambertville Nature Trail, 58-60 Alexander Ave, Lambertville, NJ, 08530
    Register

    South Jersey Sewa in partnership with Sourland Conservancy, invites you to participate in a tree planting event at Lambertville, NJ



    • 09/21/2024
    • 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (EDT)
    • 2000 Shorefield Rd., Silver Spring, MD, 20902
    • 80
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    Sewa International, Maryland chapter joins AmeriCorps and Montgomery Parks to commit ourselves to a lifetime of volunteering, civic engagement, and giving back. Through service and volunteerism, we can make a lasting impact on our communities. In an effort to clean, conserve and protect our Mother Earth, join the Sewa team to make a meaningful contribution to our environment and planet by cleaning up Wheaton Regional Park. For this event, we are collaborating with our partners -- Montgomery Parks, ADG, and many others.

    This service activity would be followed by a commemoration ceremony in the memory of the 9/11 tragedy victims, fallen heroes, first responders, and volunteers. At this ceremony, we will also be appreciating all our volunteers who have participated in the environmental stewardship activities of the year-long campaign of Sewa International and will be providing them certificates. We invite one and all from public and our guests to join in this final volunteering activity of the initiative for the year, 2024. Refreshment would be served.

    Free T-shirts, snack, water, trash bags and gloves would be provided. Please bring your own reusable water bottle to avoid using single use plastic bottles.

    Please register for the event using either the QR code or the link given in the flyer and please mark your calendars. Each volunteer needs to sign up separately. Children under 16 years age need adult supervision.

    Please wear your Sewa T-shirt if you have one. Please wear close-toe shoes (mandatory) and comfortable clothes. Hats and sunscreen are optional.

    For any questions, please reach out to maryland@sewausa.org or 323-963-9613

    We look forward to seeing you on Sep. 21.

    • 09/21/2024
    • 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM (EDT)
    • Troy Community Center, 48083
    Register

    Commemoration Event - Honoring heroes and volunteers is the goal of this culmination event for 9/11 Day of Service. First responders and veterans will be invited along with elated dignitaries in the Greater Detroit Area to remember and honor the heroes. All volunteers will be appreciated for their resilience and unitedly coming together for the community service



    • 09/15/2029
    • 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (EDT)
    • Cumming, GA, 30041
    Register

    Sewa International USA joins hands with AmeriCorps and 9/11 Day.org to commit to a lifetime of volunteering, civic engagement, and giving back.In honor of the tragedy that occurred on 9/11, and the actions of volunteers, first responders, and more, we are bringing together the community and strengthening our ties to protect the environment.Please join us with friends anf family to help clean up Mary Alice Park.



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