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Do good, together.

Good Neighbor Day

October 25, 2025

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Taking action to do good.

Good Neighbor Day is a collaborative partnership between the University of Maryland, the City of College Park and the M-NCPPC Department of Parks & Recreation, Prince George's County. 

This annual event that brings together residents of College Park and neighboring communities, staff and patrons of M-NCPPC, and University of Maryland students, staff, faculty, and alumni for a day of action and service.

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Terps pack food at Langley Park Community Center

This year, Good Neighbor Day partners are proud support 21 community-nominated projects that bring Marylanders together in a hands-on effort to create lasting impact across College Park our and surrounding communities. 

GND Projects, nominated and facilitated by community partners, unite hundreds of volunteers to support local priorities, take on grand challenges, enhance shared spaces, and reimagine what it means to do good, together.


Frequently Asked Questions

Yes!

Yes. Volunteers must be 10 years old or above. 

Please note: 

  • Children ages 10 to 17 must have a parent or guardian fill out the digital Parental Consent Waiver + Release
  • Children ages 10 to 13 must also be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Yes. Groups with 5 or more volunteers may request group registration

 UMD Student Group Registration Request via TerpLink

Community Groups may request group registration using this form.

Available projects have descriptions, locations, timeframes, and any physical or age requirements. You can select a project based on your interests, comfort level, and availability.

You will receive a confirmation email with details specific to your project.

In general, we recommend: 

  • Closed-toe shoes
  • Comfortable clothing
  • Water

All waivers must be completed before beginning volunteer shift.

  • You can submit your pictures here to be included in our community photo archive
  • Tag your social media posts using #gnd2025
  • Tag us or add us as collaborator on Instagram @thecenter.umd
  • Tag us on Facebook thecenter.umd

The road so far

14
years
164
projects completed
6,350+
volunteers engaged
18,500+
pounds of food donated
102,000+
meals packed
2,550+
hot meals distributed
175,600+
sq. ft. of invasive species removed
3,400+
natives/pollinators planted
1,650+
trees planted
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