Our annual Day of Service brings together the entire Reading community, people of all ages and backgrounds, and includes a variety of projects, activities, and off-site work with partnering organizations.
Scroll through this list and select any activities in which you are interested. You'll hear from a volunteer who will give you more information about the project.
On Site January 17th at the gathering
Knit or crochet warm hats and scarves for adults. Patterns are available. Yarn will be provided (or bring your own) and some knitting needles will be available for use on January 17th. Please bring any items you have completed at home to the gathering on January 17th. Completed items may also be dropped off at the First Congregational Church, Monday-Thursday, 10am-1pm until the end of January.
Use a no-sew pattern to create cozy blankets to be distributed through Project Linus. Patterns and instructions are available. Fleece material will be available for use on January 17th or bring your own favorite style.
Sew cloth bags to hold future donations.
Decorate bookmarks with an inspirational theme. Bookmarks will be distributed through the Reading Public Library.
Make and bag meals for Lazarus House in Lawrence. Please bring a hat and apron (and scrunchie if needed).
Decorate cards which will be used by the Pantry to thank their generous donors. It has been a demanding year for the Pantry and its supporters. All materials will be provided.
The Department of Children and Families (DCF) would specifically appreciate donations of toiletries, socks, and underwear for foster children.
Please bring your donation to the gathering on January 17th or to the First Congregational Church during office hours - Monday - Thursday 10:00-1:00 throughout the month of January.
Items must be new. Select age appropriate contributions for babies, children, or young adults.
Lotion
Baby Grooming Kit
Soap or Body Wash
Baby Wipes
Diaper Cream
Diapers Sizes Preemie - 6
Pull-Ups Sizes 2T and up
Toothbrushes (including infant and toddler sizes), Kids Toothpaste, and Floss
Deodorant (Unscented, Aluminum-Free)
Hair Care (Brushes, Combs, Shampoo, Conditioner, Hair Picks, Silk Sleep Bonnets)
Children's New Socks and Underwear
Short on time? Purchase items from our selected Amazon Wish List and they will be sent directly to the collection.
Amazon Wish List
Help sort and organize donations at the Food Pantry.
Start at FCCR at 9am, meet the team, and head over to the Pantry.
Sort and organize items in the Donation Room.
Start at FCCR at 9, meet up with the team, and head over to Solstice House.
