Participating in community activities provides an underrated sense of connection, solidarity, and belonging. If it is your goal to be more active in the neighborhood, you can do your part around the community. Even small steps, like helping out a neighbor, can matter. If everyone does their part and tries their best, you will smile a lot more when you’re out for a walk. Here are some ways new Town Center residents can give back to the community.
Look For Volunteer Opportunities
Donating your free time and helping solve problems within your capabilities is a surefire way to become more involved. There are different community programs and activities that do not require any skills to join. Non-profit organizations and charities largely depend on volunteers to accomplish most activities, so your time and contribution are highly appreciated. In addition to supporting the cause, you will build your resume and networks. Town Center Community Association needs volunteers to assist in many different areas, including:
- Young People Events
- Elections
- Senior Events
- Gardening Experts
- Safety Patrols
If you are interested, send an email to: [email protected]
Apply To Serve On The Village Board
If you want to influence policy-making, vet homeowners’ concerns, or strengthen leadership, applying to serve on the Town Center Board of Directors is the best way to do so. Town Center Residential Community Association’s Village Board is seeking a Town Center resident to fill one vacancy due to a recent resignation. We need active members willing to attend monthly Board meetings and work at least ten hours per month in community service doing the work of the Board.
Requirements:
- Must reside in Town Center as owner or lessor of residential property. Provide a copy of the lease showing your rental of an apartment, condo, town home, or single-family home or a copy of the deed or address showing your ownership of the home, condo, or townhome in Town Center.
- Must be your primary residence.
- Complete the application by the deadline: August 12, 2024, at NOON EST.
- Make yourself available on August 21 at 7:00 PM for an in-person interview with the Board.
Click here to download the application.
Donate to Those in Need
Prepare for Success (PFS) is a 24-year-old community tradition of providing backpacks with school supplies to Howard County students from low-income families. In 2023, another record was that 4,000+ students were served. There are a potential 17,000 students in need of this support. Our village has proudly supported this program since the outset. PFS formally partners with the Howard County Public Schools System and the Community Action Council. PFS is an all-volunteer effort, and 100% of donations are directed to the students. Supplies needed include:
- Backpacks
- 3-Hole Lined Paper Highlighters
- 1 Subject Spiral Notebooks
- Marble Composition Books
- Pocket Folders
- Plastic Pencil Boxes
- 2” 3-Ring Binders
- Glue Sticks
- #2 Pencils
- Colored Pencils
- Dividers
- Crayons
- Markers
Click here to learn more.
THRIVE AT COLUMBIA TOWN CENTER
Town Center is one of the ten villages of Columbia, Maryland. Our Village offices are located in Historic Oakland, one of the most beautiful historic buildings in Howard County. In the heart of Columbia, Town Center’s residents enjoy living in an urban community in a suburban setting with close proximity to all Columbia amenities, attractions, and cultural activities. Visit us to learn more about our community at 5430 Vantage Point Road, Columbia, MD 21044. Call us at 410-730-4744 or visit our website https://www.columbiatowncenter.org/