April is Do Good Month! In partnership with the University of Maryland Alumni Association, we are excited to bring you the Do Good Service Challenge! Make a difference in your community by completing at least three (3) activities from any of the categories below. When you’re done, submit the quick form to receive a custom UMD Do Good Tote Bag (while supplies last)!
*Items with an asterisk in front are UMD campus based opporutnities , while items without an asterisk can be completed anywhere and don't require being local to College Park.
Do Good Month Service Challenge
- *Explore New Service Opportunities on or near UMD's campus – Find a meaningful volunteer role through the Services 24/7 Portal.
- *Support the Campus Pantry – Help stock, sort, or distribute essential items to students. Sign up to volunteer here.
- *Volunteer at Maryland Day – Volunteer with a campus organization during this annual celebration. Reach out to recycle@umd.edu for volunteer information.
- Volunteer Opportunities across the US: Spend a few hours supporting a cause. Sign up to volunteer here.
- Recognize a Changemaker – Write a thank-you note to someone who is making a positive impact in your community.
- Attend a Community Event – Join a workshop, panel, or hands-on activity that expands your understanding of local issues. If you’re local to College park, check out upcoming events here, or view Alumni Service Opportunities all over the country here.
- *Experience the Do Good Challenge – See student teams pitch bold solutions to real-world problems at the Riggs Alumni Center on April 23. RSVP to attend the Do Good Challenge
- Reduce Your Environmental Impact – Choose one eco-friendly action: bike, walk, recycle, or bring a reusable cup.
- Watch an Episode of Do Good Now– Discover how UMD changemakers are driving impact across campus and beyond. Checkout an episode here.
- Support a Local or Terp Business- leave a positive review.
- Donate What You Can – Contribute clothing, food, books, or funds to a local
organization. - Give Back Digitally – Share an inspiring story of how you are making an impact. We may feature you on our alumni blog.
- Connect with a fellow Terp on Terrapins Connect - Where students and alumni unlock opportunities!
- Give a Kindness Spark – Make or share something small and meaningful (a handwritten note, small surprise, or encouraging message) to uplift someone around you.
- Help support Do Good's work by making a gift.