April 21, 2025 | 9AM - 12PM | Luncheon 12:30PM

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Join fellow JCA members, volunteers, and staff for a special service and civic engagement day. This is an impactful opportunity for everyone connected to the JCA and Jewish Community to come together and make a difference through hands-on volunteer projects supporting various organizations and individuals. 

Register for a Service Project

Beach Clean-up

Spruce up Willard Beach, just in time for beach season!

Gardening & Yard Work

Help spruce up the outside at Congregation Bet Ha'am

Sorting Donations at

Maine Needs

Get organized with Maine Needs

Diaper Packing

Package diapers for the Diaper Bank at the JCA

Supply Sorting for Partners for World Health


Sort bags of medical supplies.

Community Meal Preparation

Help make a meal at Wayside Food Programs

Trail Maintenance

Spruce up Trails with Portland Trails

Kitchen Support

and Meal Prep

Help get a meal ready at Preble Street

Details

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When & Where

Volunteers can pick from a wide range of service opportunities, with most of them taking place from 9AM-12PM. All participants are welcome to return to the JCA at 12:30 for a luncheon and reflection session. 

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Service Projects

  1. Beach Clean-Up at Willard Beach
  2. Gardening & Yard Work at Congregation Bet Ha'am
  3. Diaper Packing at the KJFS Diaper Bank (JCA)
  4. Community Meal Preparation at Wayside Food Programs
  5. Sorting Donations at Maine Needs
  6. Trail Maintenance Support at Portland Trails
  7. Kitchen Support & Meal Prep at Preble Street
  8. Bag Sorting for Medical Supplies with Partners for World Health (JCA)

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How You Can Participate

From assembling care packages and preparing meals to environmental cleanups, there’s something for everyone to contribute. Whether volunteering for the first time or as a seasoned community helper, your efforts will bring joy and assistance to those who need it most.


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Lunch & Reflection

After your service project, come back to the JCA for a luncheon and reflection of our time spent in the community.

Tikkun Olam

Tikkun Olam is a Hebrew phrase meaning "repairing the world." Rooted in Jewish tradition, it refers to individuals' responsibility to contribute to social justice, kindness, and improving society. It encompasses acts of charity, advocacy, and efforts to create a more just and compassionate world.


Let’s embrace the spirit of Tikkun Olam and work together to create positive change. Join us in making a meaningful impact—one good deed at a time!

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