Woods for Others
Founded in 2021,听 Woods for Others is a service learning program designed to enhance student engagement through community building, service, and reflection through听In-person and virtual events open to all Woods students, alumni, faculty, and staff interested in service and community.
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Make a Difference from Anywhere
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Whether on campus or studying remotely, you can participate in our Jesuit Catholic Mission of being
听鈥渋ndividuals for and with others.鈥�
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Extend a Hand to New Immigrant Families!听Your kindness can light the way for new immigrant families as they embark on their journey to build a new life in the USA.
Items Needed:
Diapers and baby wipes, new toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothpaste, etc.), blankets, towels, and feminine products (excluding tampons).
Ways of giving:
1. Drop-off Locations:听听
- , St. Mary's Hall South, Ground Floor
- Lobby, 3rd Floor
2.听Shop on Amazon:
3. Send us your gifts:听听
Sister Jeanne Gribaudo, CSJ
Boston College - Woods College
St. Mary's Hall South, Ground Floor
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
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Service and Engagement Events
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Days of Service at Cradles to Crayons
Hands-on processing of the donated goods to ultimately be distributed to the children Cradles to Crayons serves.
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Meal kit preparation at Catholic Charities of Boston
Help pack food for distribution to families Catholic Charities of Boston serves.
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Manresa Retreats
Open to Woods College students only,听two retreats are hosted during the Academic Year.听Retreats are an opportunity to have real conversations with other students about 铿乶ding and pursuing passions,听relax, and discover meaning and purpose in your life.听Learn about the upcoming retreat!
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Grab and go pizza parties before class
Students are invited to join classmates to grab a slice of pizza before class at the end of each semester at the Woods College offices.
Reflections on Zoom
Open to all Woods College students, these 30-minute sessions are conducted by Sister Jeanne Gribaudo; this is a space to take time away from our super busy life for reflection. Time to just be.
Drives for Cradles to Crayons
Collection of school and art supplies, toiletries, and socks takes place during the academic year. All donations are distributed to the community Cradles to Crayons serves.
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Get Involved
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Are you passionate about service and community, and would you like to become a member of the Woods for Others Program?
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Volunteer for Woods for Others
Open to the 情色空间 Community, this opportunity allows you to collaborate on service, reflection, and community-building opportunities. Fill out the form to get the information you need.
Join the Student Advisory Board
Board members create and implement virtual and in-person opportunities for student engagement in service. They must be Woods College students, attend a once-a-month meeting (academic year), and participate in as many events as possible.
Contact
For any questions about the program, please contact our Coordinator, Sister Jeanne Gribaudo, CSJ, at jeanmarie.gribaudo@bc.edu.
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