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02/27/2026

Any students looking for some extra money for school ??... check out and apply for Diamond Star Divas Legacy Scholarship (details below Good Luck)

02/19/2026

Want to do some good this February? Volunteer at our next Good Neighbors Market with the Faith Leaders! This bimonthly grocery distribution is supported by a grant to increase food availability in the District’s under-resourced neighborhoods.

🫵 We’re looking for volunteer drivers to deliver food rescues from across DC to the market + to help set up and run the event on Thursday 2/19. If you’d like to help out in any capacity, please email [email protected]

🌨️ This event will be partially indoor and can transition further indoors depending on the weather.

01/20/2026

01/01/2026

What a Year 2025 has been here at PURPLE STARS FOUNDATION DC!!!!
We are grateful for it all. The ups and downs and all the victories in between.

So many services offered and none of it possible without our faithful donors, volunteers, drivers, and laborers. THANK YOU!!! 🙏🏾😊💜

*Proudly served 8,000+ meals on the streets and in shelters

*Moved many families into new homes and out of transitional facilities

*Picked up and disposed of over 200 tons of bulk trash and waste

*5 Adopt-A-Block clean ups in Ward 7

*Partnered with Food Rescue DC

*Provided clothes, shoes, toiletries, undergarments and hair care products to over 200 families

*Countless runs to Wider Circle and private residences for furniture and household items pickup and delivery

*Volunteer appreciation days

List goes on and on. In 2026, we hope to triple our efforts, gain grants and offer many more services. To donate time, meals, gift cards or monetary blessings, don't hesitate to contact us.

01/01/2026

New date for the winter wonderland festival at Woodridge Library.

12/29/2025

FYI,
Meal assistance resources! Meals Program In partnership with the county, we are proud to share a variety of meal assistance programs available throughout the area. Programs listed on our website include Meals on Wheels, the Prince George's County Home-Delivered Meal Program, and the Prince George's County Congregate Meal Program. For more information visit https://www.hyattsville.org/meals

Meals on Wheels
Older adults or individuals with a disability who cannot prepare food on their own can contact Meals on Wheels of College Park (MOWCP), which also serves Hyattsville. For $6 per day and up to 5 times per week, MOWCP can deliver lunch, dinner, and breakfast for the next morning. For more information, call (301) 927-2700 after 1:00 p.m. and the Intake Coordinator will follow up.

Prince George's County Home-Delivered Meal Program
The Prince George’s County Senior Nutrition Program offers a Home-Delivered Meal Program to adults age 60 or older who are unable to shop or prepare food for themselves. Frozen meals are delivered to program participants every other week. To learn more, contact Hyattsville Aging and Wellness Services at (301) 985-5000 or the County Senior Nutrition Program at (301) 265-8450. You can also visit the County's Senior Nutrition Program's website for more information.

Prince George's County Congregate Meal Program
The Congregate Meal Program serves hot nutritious meals to adults 60 or older in community settings such as senior centers, religious facilities, senior housing and community centers. Individuals must call in advance to register for breakfast and/or lunch. The suggested donation is $2 for breakfast and $4 for lunch. For County transportation options to local nutrition sites, call (301) 499-8603.

Area congregate meal programs include the following nearby locations:

Gwendolyn Britt Senior Activity Center
4009 Wallace Road
North Brentwood, MD 20722
(301) 699-1238
Langley Park Senior Activity Center
1500 Merrimac Drive
Hyattsville, MD 20785
(301) 408-4343
For more information, call the Prince George's Department of Family Services, Aging Services Division at (301) 265-8475 or visit the County's website.

Assistance with Grocery Deliveries and Refills
Older adults needing guidance with delivery services from grocery stores and pharmacies, or who want to learn about other programs and services can call the County's Aging and Disabilities Resource Center at (301) 265-8450.

Contact Us Age-Friendly Services
Email the Age-Friendly Team
Phone: (301) 985-5000

Older adults or individuals with a disability who cannot prepare food on their own can contact Meals on Wheels of College Park (MOWCP), which also serves Hyattsville. For $6 per day and up to 5 times per week, MOWCP can deliver lunch, dinner, and breakfast for the next morning. For more information,...

11/30/2025

From DHS

11/27/2025

HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Wishing you all a day full of joy, peace, love and warmth with family and friends.

11/18/2025

Sharing some upcoming resources.

Thanks DMV Free Events

11/17/2025

Home Depot is providing free self paced classes for those seeking to learn a trade or two.

CC ⬇️

https://www.pathtopro.com/free-training/?fbclid=IwT01FWANajaRleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHh6Hpd6RDFJLnLIY16j_SuhCuSHJnIeRmLVo415aayAY3cXqoYq95UMY6M0q_aem_kw1ZVBucjsXP2o_9wLg5pg

**Added bonus: 27 gallon Storage totes are on sale for $6.97 **