Community Involvement
Community Involvement
Community Involvement is Parkside’s effort to go outside the walls of the church building and into the community. We desire to see the people who make up Parkside Church mobilized and involved in their communities for the sake of the gospel. Therefore, we want to hold or participate in events and make strategic partnerships in the communities where Parkside Church is represented by her members and attenders. These events and partnerships will provide opportunities to engage with individuals and the community at large in ways that promote the gospel.
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Oct27
Thanksgiving Box Project 2024
Every fall for the past 38 years, Parkside Church has helped provide complete Thanksgiving dinners to families in the Cleveland area. Boxes filled with non-perishable food and a whole roasting turkey are hand-delivered to those who might otherwise be unable to enjoy the holiday with a traditional meal.
We invite you and your family to join us as we partner with Scranton Road Bible Church to make this Thanksgiving Day brighter for 300 families.
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The City Mission -Volunteers & Donations Needed
Cleveland Ranked First in Childhood Poverty
Cleveland is the second poorest among large cities and first in child poverty among large cities. This past year, 5,700 Cleveland adults worked full time and still did not earn enough to be above poverty.
Cleveland continues to have the worst child poverty rate of any large city. In 2023, nearly 35,000 of Cleveland’s children lived in poverty.
Today we are serving 67 children ages 0-17 and we invite you to join us through clothing donations, volunteering, or donating $2.88 to feed a resident in crisis. Together, we can transform lives in our city!
Learn about donating clothing or other material gifts: Material Gifts - The City Mission of Cleveland, Ohio
Learn about volunteer needs: Volunteering at The City Mission - The City Mission of Cleveland, Ohio
Learn about employment opportunities: Employment - The City Mission of Cleveland, Ohio
Make a financial donation: Donate to The City Mission - The City Mission of Cleveland, Ohio
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AmeriCorps Seniors Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
RSVP is more than just a connection—it’s a bridge for volunteers aged 55 and older to actively engage and make a meaningful impact in their communities. Operating across Summit, Medina, Geauga, Wayne, Delaware, Franklin, and Hamilton Counties, VANTAGE RSVP stands as a beacon of service. As the nation’s premier volunteer network for older adults, RSVP excels in pairing volunteers with organizations where their time, passions, skills, wisdom, and expertise can truly shine, addressing vital needs and fostering a stronger, more vibrant community.
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program Activities
Put your acquired skills and talents to good use, or even discover new ones, as you engage in a diverse range of volunteer activities.
- Food Security – Nourish both hearts and bellies by providing food to those in need.
- Economic Opportunities – Empower individuals to overcome employment barriers through job coaching and consulting.
- Capacity Building – Support nonprofits by lending your skills to fuel vibrant community growth.
- Senior Isolation – Ensure no senior is overlooked or isolated by offering companionship and meaningful conversation.
- Healthy Futures – Engage in intergenerational activities that foster healthy futures for everyone involved.