Ready to make a hands-on impact in Putnam County?
Volunteer registration for the 2026 Putnam County Day of Service (Friday, October 23) is open online.
Whether you love hands-on indoor projects, getting your hands dirty outdoors, or assembling essential supply kits, there’s a meaningful project waiting for you across our community:
Beyond Homeless: Volunteers will weave and assemble sleeping mats to provide portable, cushioned bedding for individuals in need.
Olivia Kaye Organization: Volunteers will build hands-on youth empowerment kits to deliver encouragement and resources to local children.
DePauw Ullem Farm: Volunteers will clear crops, complete seasonal bed maintenance, and execute winterization tasks across the farm.
Russellville Cemetery: Volunteers will clean headstones, clear overgrown brush, and assist with general site restoration.
Phil the Need: Volunteers will organize inventory, clean storage spaces, and prepare donated goods for distribution.
Greencastle Parks Department: Volunteers will assist with display setup and grounds preparation for the upcoming Winterlights Festival.
Gobin Church: Volunteers will assemble basic needs and care kits for local individuals and families.
Roachdale Public Library: Volunteers will organize library inventory, arrange furniture, and tidy community program areas.
Lakeland Center: Volunteers will complete outdoor Grounds prep and winterize facilities for the colder months.
Friends of the Park of Putnam County: Volunteers will assist with trail maintenance, brush clearing, and general park cleanup at Camp Friend.
Mental Health America of Putnam County: Volunteers will assemble mental health awareness and resource kits for community distribution.
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