BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//KindWorks - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:KindWorks X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://dokindworks.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for KindWorks REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20250811T151227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T121309Z UID:10005127-1756141200-1756144800@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Make Ezogelin Soup to Share With Others DESCRIPTION:Join KindChef Alp to make a Ezogelin (based on this recipe from Refika Birgül) \nEzogelin soup is one of the most loved and probably the most frequently consumed soup recipes in Turkish cuisine.  But Ezogelin soup is often confused with lentil soup.  And although both are made with lentils\, they are very different soups. Lentil soup is made with only lentils\, while bulgur and rice\, or sometimes just one\, is added to Ezogelin soup along with lentils. While lentil soup is smooth\, Ezogelin soup is grainy. \nAfter completing your soup\, freeze and label it for donation\, then drop off at one of our participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or anyplace that you prefer\, when convenient. Finally\, report on where you shared your KindSoup and spread the word: Post a picture or two of you and your soups on social media with #DoKindWorks and tag us @DoKindWorks. \nConnect to Zoom event \nEzogelin Soup\nIngredients\n\n4 Tbsp butter\n8 Tbsp olive oil\n4 medium-sized onions\, roughly chopped\n4 medium-sized potatoes\, roughly chopped\n4 carrots\, roughly chopped \n4 Tbsp tomato paste\n4 Tbsp red pepper paste (if you don’t have it\, add more tomato paste)\n4 cups red lentils\, washed and rinsed\n2 cups chicken stock \n7 quarts of hot water\n1lb (2.5 cups) bulgur\, medium or coarsely ground\, is better\, but all would work great\n4 teaspoons salt\n4 teaspoons paprika\n4 teaspoons black pepper\n12 teaspoons dry mint\nAdd lemon juice to taste when serving\n\nInstructions\n\nHeat pot on high heat\, melt the butter and olive oil. Add the onion\, potato and carrot when the oil is hot. Cook\, stirring often for 5-6 mins. Add the tomato and pepper paste and stir for a minute.\nAdd the lentil and pour the chicken stock and 6 quarts of water. Bring to boil and simmer for 20 minutes.\nAfter all ingredients are cooked (when the lentil and vegetables are soft) blend the soup with an immersion blender until it is smooth.\nAdd bulgur\, salt\, paprika\, black pepper\, dry mint\, and the remaining water (about 2 quarts) into the pot. Cook for 5 minutes and stir continuously on low heat.\nYour delicious ezogelin soup is ready. \n\nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the the quality of our KindSoup program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for our KindSoup donations! \nHow to Donate Your KindSoup\nSeal containers with a tight lid and freeze. Label each container with: date prepared\, your first name and last initial\, “Ezogelin Soup” and any relevant food allergy info. When convenient\, drop containers of frozen soup off at one of the following participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or a place that you prefer. \n\n5171 Manning Place NW (in the Palisades neighborhood in DC). \nRainbow Community Development Center 12120 Tech Road\, Silver Spring (this takes you to the rear parking lot and loading dock – there is usually a large RAINBOW truck parked here): Drop-off Monday-Friday 9am-2pm. NOTE: If you go during Rainbow’s food distributions on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9am-noon\, you may see a long line of cars – you can drive past the cars to drop off your KindSoup. If you go at other times and the garage or back door is not open\, call or text Anna on her personal cell at 301-852-4184 (if she doesn’t answer\, leave a message and she should get back within a few minutes\, or try calling the Rainbow Pantry cellphone: 240-639-2293).   \nSo What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 240-705-4345. (Look for the Dogtopia. Drive straight past Doptopia to get to our parking lot. The entrance will be on the right hand side as you pull into the parking lot. After you park\, walk up to the glass door at the bottom of the black ramp\, ring the doorbell\, let the team know you’ve arrived to drop off KindSoups): Drop-off Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturdays 7am-12pm.\nUpcounty Consolidation Hub 12900 Middlebrook Rd.\, Germantown (supporting 1\,000 families with food and other supports). Drop off Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, or Fridays 8 am-4:30 pm.\nEmbry Rucker Shelter 11975 Bowman Towne Drive\, Reston\, 703-437-1975. Leave donations on the table around the back. Drop off anytime!\n\nHere are some options for donating outside the DC area: \n\nNYC Community Fridges located throughout New York City.\nBread and Roses 58 Newbury St.\, Lawrence\, Mass.\, 978-681-8768. Drop off  Mondays-Thursdays\, 10 am-4 pm.\nThe Bristol Lodge 27 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, Mass.\, 781-893-0108. Drop off  Mondays-Fridays\, 9am-6pm.\nCommunity Refrigerators located in Los Angeles\n\nSee you in the KindSoup kitchen! \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n  URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/make-ezogelin-soup-to-share-with-others/ LOCATION:Virtual Gathering\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Food Assistance,KindSoup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Ezogelin-Soup-pic-from-Alp.webp GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250901 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251001 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20250924T161034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T173430Z UID:10005135-1756684800-1759276799@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Bake Casseroles & Banana Breads for Nourish Now DESCRIPTION:Join our team in preparing nutritious and delicious casseroles and/or banana bread for the individuals served by Nourish Now in Rockville. \nWhen you sign up below\, you are committing to deliver four individual servings of a casserole or banana bread to the center any weekday between 9:30am-3:30pm. You can sign up for additional slots to bring more\, but students seeking SSL hours should note MCPS’s daily limit in the guidelines below. \nOur recipe library has wonderful casserole suggestions\, but you are welcome to deliver any type of nutritious casserole you wish to make. You can substitute zucchini bread or any other healthier type of quick bread in place of banana bread. And if you need of a recipe\, we recommend this one for mini loaves of banana bread. Feel free to customize your breads with chocolate chips\, raisins\, etc. Whatever you make\, be sure to note any allergens in your ingredients on the label (details below). \nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the quality of your donation and our program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for your donations! \nHow to Donate Your Meal Servings\nIndividually package up the number of servings you signed up to provide in small food containers with tight-fitting lids. You can buy containers at the grocery store\, or ask your friends and neighbors for their small take-out containers\, and they’ll be thrilled to put their extras to good use! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLabel each container and freeze. (Use this template to print six-per-page KindWorks labels off your own printer.) Labels should include \n\ndate prepared\nyour first name and last initial\ntype of casserole\nany relevant allergy or food preference info\n\n\n\n\nDeliver your frozen meals anytime Monday-Friday between 9:30am-3:30pm\, to Nourish Now Center at 405 East Gude Drive Rockville\, MD 20850. \nStudent Service Learning\nStudents who sign up in advance\, participate in this project\, and submit a completed KindWorks SSL Request Form can earn SSL hours at the following rate: \n\n4 single casserole servings = 2 SSL hours\n4 mini-loaves of quick bread = 2 SSL hours\n\nNote: MCPS allows no more than 8 SSL hours in a 24-hour period. \nSafety Reminder\nAs with all KindWorks projects\, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity\, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus\, the lifting of heavy objects\, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons\, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage\, and agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage. \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n\nNourish Now Center Meals URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/bake-casseroles-banana-breads-for-nourish-now/ LOCATION:Nourish Now\, 405 East Gude Drive\, Rockville\, MD\, 20850\, United States CATEGORIES:Baking for Community,Cooking,Shelter Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/sheri-silver-q5C-_coAZR4-unsplash-scaled.jpg GEO:39.1058081;-77.1486029 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Nourish Now 405 East Gude Drive Rockville MD 20850 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=405 East Gude Drive:geo:-77.1486029,39.1058081 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250907T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20250811T185631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T111008Z UID:10005128-1757264400-1757268000@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:KindSoup for Students - Make Turkish Chicken Soup to Share With Others DESCRIPTION:Join KindChef Alp and Deb online for KindSoup for Students as we make a delicious Turkish Chicken Soup (based on this recipe from Refika Birgül). After completing your soup\, and sharing some with your family\, freeze and label the rest for donation\, then drop off at one of our participating food assistance providers. \nStudents can earn 1 Student Service Learning Hour for every 2 quarts of frozen soup made with the group and delivered to others.  There is a maximum of 8 quarts that can qualify for any given day (4 hours). Most recipes render at least 6 quarts of soup\, 3 SSL hours.  \nIn order to receive SSL Hours \n\n take a picture during preparation and at delivery\nreport on where you shared your KindSoup \nComplete this SSL Form  \n\nConnect to Zoom event \n\n \n\n\n\n\nTurkish Chicken Soup  \nIngredients \n\n4 lbs boneless skinless chicken thigh\n16 cloves of garlic\, (8 whole + 8 minced) \n8 quarts of hot water\n4 heaped teaspoons of salt\n4 teaspoons black peppercorns \n8 tablespoons olive oil\n4 medium-sized onions (2 roughly chopped + 2 diced)\n4 cans of tomato puree (total 60oz)\n2 cups of orzo\n1 bunch of parsley\, roughly chopped\n3 tbs grated ginger\n2 teaspoons of ground turmeric \n4 lemons\, quartered\n4 pinches of chili flakes (skip it if you don’t like spicy)\n\n  \nInstructions\n[Prepare this step in advance] Place the chicken thigh\, 2 onions (roughly chopped)\, 8 cloves of garlic (whole)\, black peppercorns\, 2 teaspoons of salt\, and 3 quarts of hot water in a pot. Boil for about 30-40 minutes\, or until the chicken is fully cooked. Take the chickens out and shred them with the help of two forks. Save the chicken broth for use in the soup later. \n  \n\nHeat olive oil in a large pot and add diced onions. Caramelize the onions by closing the lid (stir every now and then). \nAdd grated ginger and minced garlic\, and stir for 30 seconds. Add turmeric and tomato puree\, give it a mix\, and close the lid. Cook for 3-5 minutes\, stirring every now and then. Add the chicken broth to the pot by straining it. Also\, add the shredded chicken and the remaining salt and water\, and bring to a boil.\nAdd orzo to the soup and simmer for 5 minutes. \nAdd the parsley\, chili flakes\, and black pepper when the soup is boiling and simmer it for about 5 minutes.\nServe with a piece of lemon.\n\n\n\n\nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the the quality of our KindSoup program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for our KindSoup donations! \nSTUDENTS:  \nPrior to our Sunday cooking session:  \n\nConfirm your participation by signing up at the bottom of this page\nGather your ingredients\nMake sure that you have either a Soup Pot large enough to hold all of this soup\, or two smaller ones that will together hold it all\nHave 6 quart sized plastic soup containers with tight fitting lids (ask your neighbors if you could have theirs rather than them recycling them – they will be thrilled)\n\nHave all of your ingredients and cooking tools out and ready for when you sign on to our zoom at 5pm. (long hair should be tied back\, and everyone should start with freshly washed hands and gloves if you have them) You can start peeling and chopping your veggies while you wait for us to begin. \nEveryone’s first name should identify them on our zoom screen please. \nSee you soon!!\nHow to Donate Your KindSoup\nSeal containers with a tight lid and freeze. Label each container with: date prepared\, your first name and last initial\, “Turkish Chicken Soup” and any relevant food allergy info (which we will discuss on the call).  As soon as is convenient\, drop containers of frozen soup off at one of the following participating food assistance providers\, and can give one quart away also to a person or family that is in your heart and/or going through a difficult time.  You will report all KindSoups that you shared – with to the food assistance organization\, or to those people whom you know. \n\n5171 Manning Place NW (in the Palisades neighborhood in DC). \nRainbow Community Development Center 12120 Tech Road\, Silver Spring (this takes you to the rear parking lot and loading dock – there is usually a large RAINBOW truck parked here): Drop-off Monday-Friday 9am-2pm. NOTE: If you go during Rainbow’s food distributions on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9am-noon\, you may see a long line of cars – you can drive past the cars to drop off your KindSoup. If you go at other times and the garage or back door is not open\, call or text Anna on her personal cell at 301-852-4184 (if she doesn’t answer\, leave a message and she should get back within a few minutes\, or try calling the Rainbow Pantry cellphone: 240-639-2293).   \nSo What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 240-705-4345. (Look for the Dogtopia. Drive straight past Doptopia to get to our parking lot. The entrance will be on the right hand side as you pull into the parking lot. After you park\, walk up to the glass door at the bottom of the black ramp\, ring the doorbell\, let the team know you’ve arrived to drop off KindSoups): Drop-off Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturdays 7am-12pm.\nUpcounty Consolidation Hub 12900 Middlebrook Rd.\, Germantown (supporting 1\,000 families with food and other supports). Drop off Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, or Fridays 8 am-4:30 pm.\nEmbry Rucker Shelter 11975 Bowman Towne Drive\, Reston\, 703-437-1975. Leave donations on the table around the back. Drop off anytime!\n\nHere are some options for donating outside the DC area: \n\nNYC Community Fridges located throughout New York City.\nBread and Roses 58 Newbury St.\, Lawrence\, Mass.\, 978-681-8768. Drop off  Mondays-Thursdays\, 10 am-4 pm.\nThe Bristol Lodge 27 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, Mass.\, 781-893-0108. Drop off  Mondays-Fridays\, 9am-6pm.\nCommunity Refrigerators located in Los Angeles\n\nSee you in the KindSoup kitchen! \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n\nOnline KindSoup for Students – 9/7/25 Turkish Chicken Soup URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/kindsoup-for-students-make-turkish-chicken-soup-to-share-with-others/ LOCATION:Virtual Gathering\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Food Assistance,KindSoup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Screen-Shot-2025-08-12-at-1.23.08-PM.webp GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20250730T180230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T183637Z UID:10005122-1757350800-1757354400@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Make Yotam Ottolenghi's Green Gazpacho to Share With Others DESCRIPTION:Join other KindChefs and make a Green Gazpacho (based on this recipe by Yotam Ottolenghi).   “This one… is loosely based on tarator\, a cold yogurt and cucumber soup from the Balkans. A freestanding blender works best but a stick blender could also be used to bring the ingredients together.” – Ottlenghi \nAfter completing your soup\, freeze and label it for donation\, then drop off at one of our participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or anyplace that you prefer\, when convenient. Finally\, report on where you shared your KindSoup and spread the word: Post a picture or two of you and your soups on social media with #DoKindWorks and tag us @DoKindWorks. \nConnect to Zoom event \n\n\nYotam Ottolenghi’s Green Gazpacho\n\n\n\nIngredients\n\n6 stalks celery\, with leaves\n3 large green peppers\, seeded\n18 mini cucumbers\, peeled\n9 slices stale white bread\, crusts removed\n3 small or 1-2 larger green chiles\, or to taste\n1 head cloves garlic\n2 teaspoons sugar\n15 ounces lightly toasted walnuts\n21 ounces baby spinach\n3 ounces fresh basil leaves\n1 ounce fresh parsley\n2/3 cup sherry vinegar\n1 cup or more to taste olive oil\n4 ounces (about 120 grams) Greek yogurt\n6 cups water\n 25 ounces (about 250 grams) ice cubes\n5 teaspoons salt\n3 dashes freshly ground white pepper\n\nFor the Croutons: \n\n3 dashes salt\n1 cup olive oil\n6 thick slices sourdough bread \n\nInstructions\n\n01 Gather the ingredients \n02 Preheat the oven to 375 F / 190 C / Gas 5 and grab a baking sheet. \n 03 Cut the bread into 1-inch cubes and toss with the oil and a bit of salt. Spread on pan and bake for about 10 minutes\, or until the croutons turn golden and crisp. Remove from the oven and allow to cool down. \n04 Give the celery\, peppers\, cucumbers\, bread\, chili\, and garlic a rough chop. \n05 Place in a blender and add the sugar\, walnuts\, spinach\, basil\, parsley\, vinegar\, oil\, yogurt\, most of the water\, half the ice cubes\, the salt\, and some white pepper. \n06 Blitz the soup until smooth. Add more water\, if needed\, to get preferred consistency. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning. \n07 Add the remaining ice and pulse once or twice\, just to crush it a little. \n08 Serve at once\, with the croutons. \n\n\nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the the quality of our KindSoup program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for our KindSoup donations! \nHow to Donate Your KindSoup\nSeal containers with a tight lid and freeze. Label each container with: date prepared\, your first name and last initial\, “Green Gazpacho” and any relevant food allergy info. When convenient\, drop containers of frozen soup off at one of the following participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or a place that you prefer. \n\n5171 Manning Place NW (in the Palisades neighborhood in DC). \nRainbow Community Development Center 12120 Tech Road\, Silver Spring (this takes you to the rear parking lot and loading dock – there is usually a large RAINBOW truck parked here): Drop-off Monday-Friday 9am-2pm. NOTE: If you go during Rainbow’s food distributions on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9am-noon\, you may see a long line of cars – you can drive past the cars to drop off your KindSoup. If you go at other times and the garage or back door is not open\, call or text Anna on her personal cell at 301-852-4184 (if she doesn’t answer\, leave a message and she should get back within a few minutes\, or try calling the Rainbow Pantry cellphone: 240-639-2293).   \nSo What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 240-705-4345. (Look for the Dogtopia. Drive straight past Doptopia to get to our parking lot. The entrance will be on the right hand side as you pull into the parking lot. After you park\, walk up to the glass door at the bottom of the black ramp\, ring the doorbell\, let the team know you’ve arrived to drop off KindSoups): Drop-off Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturdays 7am-12pm.\nUpcounty Consolidation Hub 12900 Middlebrook Rd.\, Germantown (supporting 1\,000 families with food and other supports). Drop off Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, or Fridays 8 am-4:30 pm.\nEmbry Rucker Shelter 11975 Bowman Towne Drive\, Reston\, 703-437-1975. Leave donations on the table around the back. Drop off anytime!\n\nHere are some options for donating outside the DC area: \n\nNYC Community Fridges located throughout New York City.\nBread and Roses 58 Newbury St.\, Lawrence\, Mass.\, 978-681-8768. Drop off  Mondays-Thursdays\, 10 am-4 pm.\nThe Bristol Lodge 27 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, Mass.\, 781-893-0108. Drop off  Mondays-Fridays\, 9am-6pm.\nCommunity Refrigerators located in Los Angeles\n\nSee you in the KindSoup kitchen! \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n  URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/make-yotam-ottolenghis-green-gazpacho-to-share-with-others/ LOCATION:Virtual Gathering\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Food Assistance,KindSoup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/green-gazpacho-recipe-ottolenghi-435291-hero-05-e2a135623a6b40ac9978ae5def49e29c.webp GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250914T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T200000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20250913T022301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T014614Z UID:10005133-1757836800-1759176000@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Home Setup for Safi's Family of 5 in Woodbridge\, VA DESCRIPTION:Help create a home for a newly resettling Afghan family\, a household of 5\, mom\, dad and 3 children!  Let’s welcome them to our community by turning their mostly empty space into a warm and welcoming home!  Your willingness to jump in and help is truly special and deeply appreciated by this family. \nWe ask that items are dropped off directly with the family as soon as possible by contacting Dad directly by text and arranging to meet them at your earliest convenience.  We hope that you can participate and take advantage this wonderful opportunity to meet the people we serve and to welcome them to our community!  You can also order things to be sent directly to them – you will receive Dad’s name\, contact info and address upon your signing up for things.  (If you do that\, please do let him know what you are sending\, so he can be on the lookout for the package(s).  \nDonation Guidelines\nFurniture must be in very good condition\, with no chips\, tears\, or stains. Other household goods should be new or very gently used. In addition\, all donations must be clean and completely free of pet hair\, cobwebs\, and cigarette smoke. For donated bed linens\, package same-size linens together in a bag or box that is labeled with the bedding size contained therein.  \nPlease ONLY bring those items for which you have signed up unless you have been in touch with Safi (the Dad) and received confirmation to bring specific additional items. We appreciate your generosity and your understanding! \nSafety Reminder\nAs with all KindWorks projects\, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity\, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus\, the lifting of heavy objects\, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons\, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage\, and agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage. \n  \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n \n\nHome Setup – Safi Family of 5 in Woodbridge\, VA URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/home-setup-for-safis-family-of-5-in-woodbridge-va/ LOCATION:Ashburn VA ( exact location provided after signup)\, Ashburn\, Virginia\, United States CATEGORIES:Home Setups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/unnamed.jpg GEO:39.0437567;-77.4874416 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20250425T193247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T204041Z UID:10005038-1757955600-1757959200@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Make French Lentils and Mushroom Soup to Share With Others DESCRIPTION:Join us to make a French Lentils and Mushroom Soup (based on this recipe from Gimme Some Oven.) After completing your soup\, freeze and label it for donation\, then drop off at one of our participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or anyplace that you prefer\, when convenient. Finally\, report on where you shared your KindSoup and spread the word: Post a picture or two of you and your soups on social media with #DoKindWorks and tag us @DoKindWorks. \nConnect to Zoom event \n\n\nFrench Lentils and Mushroom Soup\n\n\n\nIngredients\n\n3 tablespoons olive oil\n6 large leeks (white and light green parts only)\, halved and sliced*\n6 celery stalks\, diced\n3 pounds baby bella mushrooms\, sliced\n15 large cloves garlic\n2 cups dry white wine\n24 cups vegetable stock\n12 sprigs fresh thyme**\n6 bay leaves\n6 cups French lentils\, rinsed and drained\n9 large handfuls of baby spinach (or chopped kale or collard greens)\n1/3 cup balsamic vinegar\nfine sea salt and freshly-cracked black pepper\n\n\n* Prepping the leeks: Leeks can often have dirt hiding between their inner layers. So I recommend first trimming off and discarding the dark green parts and the ends of each leek. Then carefully slice the leeks in half lengthwise\, slice each half into lots of thin half-moons\, transfer the chopped leeks to a strainer and rinse with cold water (while tossing the leeks with your fingers to uncover any dirt)\, and drain. \n**Herb options: I recommend adding in lots and lots of fresh thyme to this recipe. But you could use a few teaspoons (add to taste) of dried thyme instead\, if that’s what you have on hand. Or rosemary\, tarragon\, and/or herbs de Provence seasoning would be delicious in this recipe too. \n\nInstructions\n\n\nSauté the veggies. Heat the olive oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add the leeks\, celery\, mushrooms\, and sauté for 6-8 minutes\, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic and sauté for 2 minutes\, stirring occasionally. Pour in the white wine and deglaze the pan by using a wooden spoon to gently lift up any brown bits that have stuck to the bottom of the pan.\nSimmer. Add in the vegetable stock\, thyme and bay leaves and stir to combine. Continue cooking until the soup reaches a simmer. Add in the lentils and stir to combine. Then reduce heat to medium-low\, cover\, and simmer for 30 minutes or until the lentils are tender\, checking back occasionally to stir the soup so that the lentils do not stick to the bottom of the pot.\nSeason. Remove and discard the thyme sprigs and bay leaves. Stir in the spinach and balsamic until the spinach begins to wilt. Then give the soup a taste and season with however much salt\, black pepper\, and/or extra balsamic you think is needed.\nServe. Serve the soup warm\,* garnished with an extra crack of black pepper (I also sprinkled some microgreens on top of mine)\, and enjoy!\n\n\n\nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the the quality of our KindSoup program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for our KindSoup donations! \nHow to Donate Your KindSoup\nSeal containers with a tight lid and freeze. Label each container with: date prepared\, your first name and last initial\, “French Lentils and Mushroom Soup” and any relevant food allergy info. When convenient\, drop containers of frozen soup off at one of the following participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or a place that you prefer. \n\n5171 Manning Place NW (in the Palisades neighborhood in DC). \nRainbow Community Development Center 12120 Tech Road\, Silver Spring (this takes you to the rear parking lot and loading dock – there is usually a large RAINBOW truck parked here): Drop-off Monday-Friday 9am-2pm. NOTE: If you go during Rainbow’s food distributions on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9am-noon\, you may see a long line of cars – you can drive past the cars to drop off your KindSoup. If you go at other times and the garage or back door is not open\, call or text Anna on her personal cell at 301-852-4184 (if she doesn’t answer\, leave a message and she should get back within a few minutes\, or try calling the Rainbow Pantry cellphone: 240-639-2293)\nSo What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 240-705-4345. (Look for the Dogtopia. Drive straight past Doptopia to get to our parking lot. The entrance will be on the right hand side as you pull into the parking lot. After you park\, walk up to the glass door at the bottom of the black ramp\, ring the doorbell\, let the team know you’ve arrived to drop off KindSoups): Drop-off Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturdays 7am-12pm.\nUpcounty Consolidation Hub 12900 Middlebrook Rd.\, Germantown (supporting 1\,000 families with food and other supports). Drop off Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, or Fridays 8 am-4:30 pm.\nEmbry Rucker Shelter 11975 Bowman Towne Drive\, Reston\, 703-437-1975. Leave donations on the table around the back. Drop off anytime!\n\nHere are some options for donating outside the DC area: \n\nNYC Community Fridges located throughout New York City.\nBread and Roses 58 Newbury St.\, Lawrence\, Mass.\, 978-681-8768. Drop off  Mondays-Thursdays\, 10 am-4 pm.\nThe Bristol Lodge 27 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, Mass.\, 781-893-0108. Drop off  Mondays-Fridays\, 9am-6pm.\nCommunity Refrigerators located in Los Angeles\n\nSee you in the KindSoup kitchen! \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n  URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/make-french-lentils-and-mushroom-soup-to-share-with-others/ LOCATION:Virtual Gathering\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Food Assistance,KindSoup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/French-Lentil-and-Mushroom-e1745609145734.webp GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T153000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20250528T205517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T144346Z UID:10004882-1758196800-1758209400@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Monthly Giveaway for Refugees and Newcomers DESCRIPTION:Together\, let’s create a tapestry of hope and support for refugees and newcomers in our community. \nJoin us for our Monthly Giveaway\, where we come together to share essential items and warm smiles. Held on the third Thursday of each month from 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM at 6155 64th Ave\, Riverdale\, MD 20737\, this event provides toys\, kitchen items\, home supplies\, and clothing to those in need. We invite you to contribute and volunteer in one of three ways: \n\nDrop Off Donations (12:00 PM – 1:30 PM): Simply drop off your donated items at the address above.\nDonate & Set Up (12:00 PM – 1:30 PM): Bring your items and stay to help us set up and welcome participants.\nHost & Clean Up (1:30 PM – Until Cleanup is Finished Approximately 3:30 PM): Provide assistance restocking and helping our new neighbors make selections. Your help with cleaning up and making sure everything runs smoothly is invaluable. This is a rewarding opportunity to interact with refugees and provide support personally.\n\nNote: If you have time and are interested\, you are welcome to join us from the beginning until the end of the event or just sign up for the Donate & Set Up section. \nSign up below. If you have questions please email mhrangiz.azami@dokindworks.org. We look forward to working together and making a difference! \nDonation Guidelines\nAll donated items should be new or very gently used. In addition\, all donations must be clean and completely free of pet hair\, cobwebs\, and cigarette smoke. For donated bed linens\, package same-size linens together in a bag or box that is labeled with the bedding size contained therein.  \nSafety Reminder\nAs with all KindWorks projects\, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity\, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus\, the lifting of heavy objects\, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons\, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage\, and agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage. \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n\nMonthly Giveaway for Refugees and Newcomers\n\n\n\n \n \n Please mention in the comments if you speak Spanish\, Persian\, or Arabic. URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/template-monthly-giveaway-for-refugees-and-newcomers-4-6/ LOCATION:6155 64th Ave Riverdale\, MD 20737\, 64th Avenue\, East Riverdale\, Maryland\, 20737\, United States CATEGORIES:Home Setups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/unnamed.jpg GEO:38.9631;-76.90597 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=6155 64th Ave Riverdale MD 20737 64th Avenue East Riverdale Maryland 20737 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=64th Avenue:geo:-76.90597,38.9631 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20250902T175607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T175607Z UID:10005132-1758362400-1758369600@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Clean Up Sangamore Road & Surrounding Area DESCRIPTION:Join forces with other volunteers to clean up Sangamore Road in Bethesda\, one of the area roads that KindWorks has “adopted.” We’ll work alongside the Little Falls Watershed Alliance to remove invasive weeds. You can choose to pick up litter along the road or to clear away some of the invasive weeds that are strangling the plants in the surrounding neighborhood parkland. (Don’t worry–we’ll get instruction on what to pull before we start.)\n \nSo grab a friend or two and join us to have fun and enjoy the fresh air while helping the environment! We meet at the Starbucks\, set out from there\, and then finish up back at the Starbucks.\n \nStudent Service Learning\nStudents can earn SSL hours. \nSafety Reminder\nAs with all KindWorks projects\, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity\, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus\, the lifting of heavy objects\, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons\, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage\, and agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage. \n  \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n  \n\nBethesda Cleanup URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/clean-up-sangamore-road-surrounding-area-4/ LOCATION:Starbucks on Sangamore\, 4611-E Sangamore Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, United States CATEGORIES:Adopt-a-Road,Environment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/sangamore-cleanup-2019-16x9-1.jpg GEO:38.9499697;-77.1193925 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Starbucks on Sangamore 4611-E Sangamore Road Bethesda MD United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4611-E Sangamore Road:geo:-77.1193925,38.9499697 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20250730T202148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T142632Z UID:10005125-1758474000-1758477600@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:KindSoup for Students - Make Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup to Share With Others DESCRIPTION:Join us online for KindSoup for Students as we make a Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup (based on this  Gimme Some Oven recipe). \nThis KindSoup favorite is “loaded up with lots of my favorite fresh seasonal produce\, from sweet potatoes to kale\, mushrooms\, carrots\, celery and onions. It’s made nice and hearty with the addition of wild rice\, which just so happens to be lower in calories and higher in protein than many other rices. But best of all\, it is made with the most irresistible broth\, seasoned with garlic and “the bays\,” as I call them\, and made creamy with either the addition of coconut milk\, cream or a roux-based cream sauce.” – Gimme Some Oven \nAfter completing your soup\, and sharing some with your family\, freeze and label the rest for donation\, then drop off at one of our participating food assistance providers. \nStudents can earn 1 Student Service Learning Hour for every 2 quarts of frozen soup made with the group and delivered to others.  There is a maximum of 8 quarts that can qualify for any given day (4 hours). Most recipes render at least 6 quarts of soup\, 3 SSL hours.  \nIn order to receive SSL Hours \n\n take a picture during preparation and at delivery\nreport on where you shared your KindSoup \nComplete this SSL Form  \n\nConnect to Zoom event \n\n\nCozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup\n\n\n\n\nbutter or olive oil for sauteing veggies \n12 cups vegetable stock (or chicken stock)\n2 cup uncooked wild rice\n16 ounces baby bella mushrooms\, sliced\n8 cloves garlic\, minced\n4 medium carrots\, diced\n4 ribs celery\, diced\n2 large (about 2 pounds) sweet potato\, peeled and diced\n2 small white onion\, peeled and diced\n2 bay leaf\n3 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning \n2 (14-ounce) cans unsweetened coconut milk (or see cream sauce option below*)\n4 large handfuls of kale\, roughly chopped with thick stems removed\nfine sea salt and freshly-cracked black pepper\n\nSoup Instructions\n\nGenerously cover the bottom of your soup pot with  butter or olive oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat.  Add onion and sauté for 5 minutes\, stirring occasionally\, until soft and translucent.  Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes\, stirring occasionally\, until fragrant.\nAdd base ingredients. Add in the vegetable stock\, wild rice**\, mushrooms\, carrots\, celery\, sweet potato\, bay leaf and Old Bay seasoning.  Stir to combine.\nSimmer. Continue cooking until the soup reaches a simmer.  Then reduce heat to medium-low\, cover and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes until the rice is tender\, stirring occasionally.\nAdd final ingredients. Add the coconut milk (or cream) and kale to the soup\, and stir gently until combined. Taste and season with salt and pepper (plus any extra Old Bay seasoning\, if you would like) as needed.\nServe. Serve warm and enjoy!\n\n*Alternate cream sauce recipe: In place of the coconut milk\, you can either add  half and half.  Or you can make a cream sauce by melting 6 tablespoons of butter in a (separate) saucepan over medium-high heat\, whisking in 1/2 cup flour for one minute\, and then whisking in 3 cups milk until the mixture is smooth.  Let the sauce cook until it nearly reaches a simmer\, at which point it will thicken\, then remove from heat and add the sauce to the soup once the rice has completely cooked. \n** The recipe uses 100% wild rice\, but cooking time may vary if you use a wild rice blend or a different type of rice. \n\n \n\n\nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the the quality of our KindSoup program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for our KindSoup donations! \nSTUDENTS:  \nPrior to our Sunday cooking session:  \n\nConfirm your participation by signing up at the bottom of this page\nGather your ingredients\nMake sure that you have either a Soup Pot large enough to hold all of this soup\, or two smaller ones that will together hold it all\nHave 6 quart sized plastic soup containers with tight fitting lids (ask your neighbors if you could have theirs rather than them recycling them – they will be thrilled)\n\nHave all of your ingredients and cooking tools out and ready for when you sign on to our zoom at 5pm. (long hair should be tied back\, and everyone should start with freshly washed hands and gloves if you have them) You can start peeling and chopping your veggies while you wait for us to begin. \nEveryone’s first name should identify them on our zoom screen please. \nSee you soon!!\nHow to Donate Your KindSoup\nSeal containers with a tight lid and freeze. Label each container with: date prepared\, your first name and last initial\, “Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup” and any relevant food allergy info (which we will discuss on the call).  As soon as is convenient\, drop containers of frozen soup off at one of the following participating food assistance providers\, and can give one quart away also to a person or family that is in your heart and/or going through a difficult time.  You will report all KindSoups that you shared – with to the food assistance organization\, or to those people whom you know. \n\n5171 Manning Place NW (in the Palisades neighborhood in DC). \nRainbow Community Development Center 12120 Tech Road\, Silver Spring (this takes you to the rear parking lot and loading dock – there is usually a large RAINBOW truck parked here): Drop-off Monday-Friday 9am-2pm. NOTE: If you go during Rainbow’s food distributions on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9am-noon\, you may see a long line of cars – you can drive past the cars to drop off your KindSoup. If you go at other times and the garage or back door is not open\, call or text Anna on her personal cell at 301-852-4184 (if she doesn’t answer\, leave a message and she should get back within a few minutes\, or try calling the Rainbow Pantry cellphone: 240-639-2293).   \nSo What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 240-705-4345. (Look for the Dogtopia. Drive straight past Doptopia to get to our parking lot. The entrance will be on the right hand side as you pull into the parking lot. After you park\, walk up to the glass door at the bottom of the black ramp\, ring the doorbell\, let the team know you’ve arrived to drop off KindSoups): Drop-off Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturdays 7am-12pm.\nUpcounty Consolidation Hub 12900 Middlebrook Rd.\, Germantown (supporting 1\,000 families with food and other supports). Drop off Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, or Fridays 8 am-4:30 pm.\nEmbry Rucker Shelter 11975 Bowman Towne Drive\, Reston\, 703-437-1975. Leave donations on the table around the back. Drop off anytime!\n\nHere are some options for donating outside the DC area: \n\nNYC Community Fridges located throughout New York City.\nBread and Roses 58 Newbury St.\, Lawrence\, Mass.\, 978-681-8768. Drop off  Mondays-Thursdays\, 10 am-4 pm.\nThe Bristol Lodge 27 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, Mass.\, 781-893-0108. Drop off  Mondays-Fridays\, 9am-6pm.\nCommunity Refrigerators located in Los Angeles\n\nSee you in the KindSoup kitchen! \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n\nOnline KindSoup for Students – 9/21/25 Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/kindsoup-for-students-make-cozy-autumn-wild-rice-soup-to-share-with-others/ LOCATION:Virtual Gathering\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Food Assistance,KindSoup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Screen-Shot-2025-07-30-at-4.05.23-PM-e1756836462479.webp GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250922T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20250730T195054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T154029Z UID:10005124-1758560400-1758564000@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Make Samin Nosrat's Butternut Squash and Green Curry Soup to Share With Others DESCRIPTION:Join us to make a Butternut Squash and Green Curry Soup (based on this recipe from Samin Nosrat). \n“This creamy\, vibrant soup is a Thai-inspired version of the puréed squash soup you know and love. The green curry paste\, which is relatively easy to find in the international aisle of the grocery store\, along with coconut milk and fish sauce\, perfectly complements the butternut squash’s sweetness. But it’s the topping — a spin on miang kham\, a snack in Thailand and Laos full of peanuts\, coconut and chiles — that’s the real standout.” \nAfter completing your soup\, freeze and label it for donation\, then drop off at one of our participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or anyplace that you prefer\, when convenient. Finally\, report on where you shared your KindSoup and spread the word: Post a picture or two of you and your soups on social media with #DoKindWorks and tag us @DoKindWorks. \nConnect to Zoom event \n\n\nButternut Squash and Green Curry Soup\n\n\n\nIngredients\nFor the Soup\n\n\n\n\n\n1/3 cup coconut oil or neutral-tasting oil\n9 medium (or 5 large) shallots\, diced\n1 (6-inch) piece of fresh ginger\, peeled and thinly sliced\n3 lemongrass stalks\, cut into 3-inch pieces\nKosher salt\n3 large butternut squashes (about 12 pounds)\, peeled\, seeded and cut into about ¾-inch cubes\n6 (13½-ounce) cans coconut milk\n1 cup Thai green curry paste\, or to taste\n1/2 cup fish sauce\n9 cups water or chicken stock\, preferably homemade\, more as needed for consistency\n\n\n\n\n\nFor the Garnish\n\n\n\n\n\n2 cups raw peanuts\n2 cups unsweetened raw coconut flakes\n6 tablespoons fish sauce\n20 small dried red chiles\, such as Japones or chiles de árbol\, thinly sliced\n3 tablespoon neutral-tasting or melted coconut oil\n3 tablespoon minced lemongrass\n1 Tbsp sugar\n30 lime leaves\, thinly sliced (optional)\n3 Handfuls of Thai or Italian basil leaves\n6 to 9 limes\, quartered\n\n\n\n\n\nInstructions\n\nStep 1 – Heat oven to 300 degrees. Melt oil in a large Dutch oven or soup pot over medium-high heat. When oil shimmers\, add shallots\, ginger\, lemongrass and a generous pinch of salt. Reduce heat to low. Cook\, stirring occasionally\, until shallots are tender and just starting to brown\, about 18 minutes.\n \nStep 2 – Add squash\, coconut milk\, curry paste\, fish sauce and water or stock. Increase heat to high. When liquid comes to a boil\, reduce to a simmer and cook the soup covered until squash is tender\, about 25 minutes.\n \nStep 3 – Make garnish while soup cooks: In a medium mixing bowl\, toss together peanuts\, coconut flakes\, fish sauce\, chiles\, 1 tablespoon oil\, the minced lemongrass\, the sugar and the lime leaves\, if using.\n \nStep 4 — Spread mixture out onto a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes\, stirring every 3 minutes after the first 10 minutes. Remove from oven when coconut is deep golden brown\, and pour mixture immediately into a bowl to prevent overcooking. Stir to combine\, and set aside.\n \nStep 5 – Remove soup from heat. Remove lemongrass stalks from pot. Use a hand blender to purée soup. Alternatively\, transfer soup in batches to a blender or food processor and purée. Taste and adjust for salt and curry paste. Add water or stock to thin soup to the desired consistency.\n \nStep 6 – Thinly slice the basil leaves and arrange on a small plate or platter\, along with lime wedges and peanut mixture. Serve soup hot with garnishes.\n  \n\n\nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the the quality of our KindSoup program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for our KindSoup donations! \nHow to Donate Your KindSoup\nSeal containers with a tight lid and freeze. Label each container with: date prepared\, your first name and last initial\, “Butternut Squash and Green Curry Soup” and any relevant food allergy info. When convenient\, drop containers of frozen soup off at one of the following participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or a place that you prefer. \n\n5171 Manning Place NW (in the Palisades neighborhood in DC). \nRainbow Community Development Center 12120 Tech Road\, Silver Spring (this takes you to the rear parking lot and loading dock – there is usually a large RAINBOW truck parked here): Drop-off Monday-Friday 9am-2pm. NOTE: If you go during Rainbow’s food distributions on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9am-noon\, you may see a long line of cars – you can drive past the cars to drop off your KindSoup. If you go at other times and the garage or back door is not open\, call or text Anna on her personal cell at 301-852-4184 (if she doesn’t answer\, leave a message and she should get back within a few minutes\, or try calling the Rainbow Pantry cellphone: 240-639-2293).   \nSo What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 240-705-4345. (Look for the Dogtopia. Drive straight past Doptopia to get to our parking lot. The entrance will be on the right hand side as you pull into the parking lot. After you park\, walk up to the glass door at the bottom of the black ramp\, ring the doorbell\, let the team know you’ve arrived to drop off KindSoups): Drop-off Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturdays 7am-12pm.\nUpcounty Consolidation Hub 12900 Middlebrook Rd.\, Germantown (supporting 1\,000 families with food and other supports). Drop off Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, or Fridays 8 am-4:30 pm.\nEmbry Rucker Shelter 11975 Bowman Towne Drive\, Reston\, 703-437-1975. Leave donations on the table around the back. Drop off anytime!\n\nHere are some options for donating outside the DC area: \n\nNYC Community Fridges located throughout New York City.\nBread and Roses 58 Newbury St.\, Lawrence\, Mass.\, 978-681-8768. Drop off  Mondays-Thursdays\, 10 am-4 pm.\nThe Bristol Lodge 27 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, Mass.\, 781-893-0108. Drop off  Mondays-Fridays\, 9am-6pm.\nCommunity Refrigerators located in Los Angeles\n\nSee you in the KindSoup kitchen! \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n  URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/make-samin-nosrats-butternut-squash-and-green-curry-soup-to-share-with-others/ LOCATION:Virtual Gathering\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Food Assistance,KindSoup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Butternut-Squash-and-Green-Curry-e1757518803177.webp GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20250205T174128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T235654Z UID:10004986-1758967200-1758974400@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Clean Up Along Wisteria Drive DESCRIPTION:Join forces with other volunteers to clean up Wisteria Drive in Germantown\, one of the area roads KindWorks has “adopted.” We will be picking up litter and recyclables along Wisteria between Germantown Road and Great Seneca Highway.  \n \nSo grab a friend or two and join us to have fun and enjoy the fresh air while helping the environment! We meet in the parking lot in front of the Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union and set out from there. Kindly note that gloves and trash pickers will be available on a limited first come first serve basis\, so please bring your own if you have any.\n \nStudent Service Learning\nStudents can earn SSL hours for participation. \nSafety Reminder\nAs with all KindWorks projects\, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity\, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus\, the lifting of heavy objects\, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons\, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage\, and agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage. \n  \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n  \n\nGermantown Cleanup URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/clean-up-along-wisteria-drive-14/ LOCATION:Parking Lot at Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union\, 12820 Wisteria Drive\, Germantown\, MD\, United States CATEGORIES:Adopt-a-Road,Environment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/cleanup-near-school-16x9-1.jpg GEO:39.1763545;-77.2699237 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Parking Lot at Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union 12820 Wisteria Drive Germantown MD United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=12820 Wisteria Drive:geo:-77.2699237,39.1763545 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20250926T171423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T173208Z UID:10005139-1759075200-1759078800@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Har Shalom KindSoup - Minestrone with Orzo to Share With Others DESCRIPTION:Join KindChef Marj Klein to make a Minestrone with Orzo for Har Shalom’s Sunday KindSoup. All are welcome – whether Har Shalom congregants or not! \nAfter completing your soup\, freeze and label it for donation\, then drop off at one of our participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or anyplace that you prefer\, when convenient. Finally\, report on where you shared your KindSoup and spread the word: Post a picture or two of you and your soups on social media with #DoKindWorks and tag us @DoKindWorks.  \nContact Marj to Participate \n\n\nMinestrone with Orzo\n\n\n\nIngredients\n\n3 Tbsps olive oil\n1 large onion\, chopped\n5 carrots\, sliced (can use more)\n3 cloves garlic\, minced\n2 celery stalks\, sliced (can use more)\n2 bell peppers\, diced (can use more)\n1 28-oz can whole tomatoes\, cut in pieces (can use pre-cut)\, with juices\n8 Cups vegetable broth\n4 Cups tomato juice or V8 or combination\n2 bay leaves\n1 can cannellini beans\, rinsed and drained\n1 can kidney beans\, rinsed and drained\n1 can chick peas\, rinsed and drained\n1 large zucchini\, chopped\n1 large yellow squash\, chopped\n¾ cup orzo (or other small pasta) NOTE: separately cook and add to containers before freezing.\n3 Tbsps fresh basil\, chopped (can substitute 1-1/2 Tbsps dry)\nKosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste\n\nInstructions\n\n\nHeat oil on medium high. Add onion and carrots. Saute 3 mins. Add garlic\, celery\, carrots\, and peppers. Cook 5 mins\, stirring occasionally.\nAdd tomatoes\, broth\, tomato juice\, bay leaves\, and beans. Bring to boil. Reduce heat\, cover pot\, simmer 40 mins. REMOVE BAY LEAVES! \nAdd squash and orzo (if not cooking separately). Cook 10 mins. Stir in basil\, salt\, and pepper.\n\n\n\nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the the quality of our KindSoup program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for our KindSoup donations! \nHow to Donate Your KindSoup\nSeal containers with a tight lid and freeze. Label each container with: date prepared\, your first name and last initial\, “Minestrone with Orzo” and any relevant food allergy info.  When convenient\, drop containers of frozen soup off at one of the following participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or a place that you prefer. \n\n5171 Manning Place NW (in the Palisades neighborhood in DC). \nRainbow Community Development Center 12120 Tech Road\, Silver Spring (this takes you to the rear parking lot and loading dock – there is usually a large RAINBOW truck parked here): Drop-off Monday-Friday 9am-2pm. NOTE: If you go during Rainbow’s food distributions on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9am-noon\, you may see a long line of cars – you can drive past the cars to drop off your KindSoup. If you go at other times and the garage or back door is not open\, call or text Anna on her personal cell at 301-852-4184 (if she doesn’t answer\, leave a message and she should get back within a few minutes\, or try calling the Rainbow Pantry cellphone: 240-639-2293).   \nSo What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 240-705-4345. (Look for the Dogtopia. Drive straight past Doptopia to get to our parking lot. The entrance will be on the right hand side as you pull into the parking lot. After you park\, walk up to the glass door at the bottom of the black ramp\, ring the doorbell\, let the team know you’ve arrived to drop off KindSoups): Drop-off Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturdays 7am-12pm.\nUpcounty Consolidation Hub 12900 Middlebrook Rd.\, Germantown (supporting 1\,000 families with food and other supports). Drop off Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, or Fridays 8 am-4:30 pm.\nEmbry Rucker Shelter 11975 Bowman Towne Drive\, Reston\, 703-437-1975. Leave donations on the table around the back. Drop off anytime!\n\nHere are some options for donating outside the DC area: \n\nNYC Community Fridges located throughout New York City. \nBread and Roses 58 Newbury St.\, Lawrence\, Mass.\, 978-681-8768. Drop off  Mondays-Thursdays\, 10 am-4 pm.\nThe Bristol Lodge 27 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, Mass.\, 781-893-0108. Drop off  Mondays-Fridays\, 9am-6pm.\nCommunity Refrigerators located in Los Angeles\n\nSee you in the KindSoup kitchen! \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n  URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/har-shalom-kindsoup-minestrone-with-orzo-to-share-with-others/ LOCATION:Virtual Gathering\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Food Assistance,KindSoup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Minestrone-orzo-soup1-e1758906732617.jpg GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20250724T152253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T203613Z UID:10005121-1759165200-1759168800@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Make Quick White Bean and Celery Ragout (or Soup) to Share With Others DESCRIPTION:Join us to make a Quick White Bean and Celery Ragout (or Soup)\, based on this recipe from the NYT. \n“Inspired by a Chez Panisse recipe that uses fresh shell beans\, this simple ragout is less precious but no less delicious. Sauté celery\, zucchini and scallions with a glug of olive oil\, then add canned beans and cook until warmed. If you prefer a thicker sauce\, add the beans at the beginning of cooking so they break down as they’re stirred. Serve with grilled bread\, pearl couscous or farro. Soft herbs like basil or parsley\, tender greens like arugula or mâche\, or pesto or salsa verde would all make for a lovely garnish.”  We’ve added some veggie broth and have transformed it into a delicious soup!   \nAfter completing your soup\, freeze and label it for donation\, then drop off at one of our participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or anyplace that you prefer\, when convenient. Finally\, report on where you shared your KindSoup and spread the word: Post a picture or two of you and your soups on social media with #DoKindWorks and tag us @DoKindWorks. \nConnect to Zoom event \n\n\nQuick White Bean and Celery Ragout (or Soup)\n\n\n\nIngredients\n\n2 cups vegetable stock\, plus more as needed (if making the Ragout;  If making a Soup\, have 4-6 cups additional stock on hand)\n1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil\, more if needed (esp for Ragout)\n12 stalks celery\, thinly sliced on an angle\, leaves reserved\n3 large zucchinis\, trimmed\, quartered lengthwise then cut into ½-inch pieces\n6 scallions\, thinly sliced on an angle\nKosher salt and black pepper\n6 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans\, rinsed and drained\nCrème fraîche\, mascarpone or sour cream\, optional\, for serving\nPesto (or soft herbs like basil or parsley)\, optional\, for serving\nCooked pearl couscous or grilled bread\, optional\, for serving\n\nInstructions\nCombine the stock\, oil\, celery\, zucchini and scallions in a large\, deep skillet; season generously with salt and pepper. Cook over medium-high\, stirring occasionally\, until crisp-tender\, adding the beans halfway through\, about 10 minutes total. If you’d like to make it brothier\, add  more vegetable stock and warm for 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper.\nDivide among shallow bowls. Top with a dollop of crème fraîche\, drizzle with pesto and top with celery leaves. Serve with couscous or grilled bread. \n\nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the the quality of our KindSoup program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for our KindSoup donations! \nHow to Donate Your KindSoup\nSeal containers with a tight lid and freeze. Label each container with: date prepared\, your first name and last initial\, White Bean and Celery Ragout (or Soup)” and any relevant food allergy info. When convenient\, drop containers of frozen soup off at one of the following participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or a place that you prefer. \n\n5171 Manning Place NW (in the Palisades neighborhood in DC). \nRainbow Community Development Center 12120 Tech Road\, Silver Spring (this takes you to the rear parking lot and loading dock – there is usually a large RAINBOW truck parked here): Drop-off Monday-Friday 9am-2pm. NOTE: If you go during Rainbow’s food distributions on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9am-noon\, you may see a long line of cars – you can drive past the cars to drop off your KindSoup. If you go at other times and the garage or back door is not open\, call or text Anna on her personal cell at 301-852-4184 (if she doesn’t answer\, leave a message and she should get back within a few minutes\, or try calling the Rainbow Pantry cellphone: 240-639-2293).   \nSo What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 240-705-4345. (Look for the Dogtopia. Drive straight past Doptopia to get to our parking lot. The entrance will be on the right hand side as you pull into the parking lot. After you park\, walk up to the glass door at the bottom of the black ramp\, ring the doorbell\, let the team know you’ve arrived to drop off KindSoups): Drop-off Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturdays 7am-12pm.\nUpcounty Consolidation Hub 12900 Middlebrook Rd.\, Germantown (supporting 1\,000 families with food and other supports). Drop off Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, or Fridays 8 am-4:30 pm.\nEmbry Rucker Shelter 11975 Bowman Towne Drive\, Reston\, 703-437-1975. Leave donations on the table around the back. Drop off anytime!\n\nHere are some options for donating outside the DC area: \n\nNYC Community Fridges located throughout New York City.\nBread and Roses 58 Newbury St.\, Lawrence\, Mass.\, 978-681-8768. Drop off  Mondays-Thursdays\, 10 am-4 pm.\nThe Bristol Lodge 27 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, Mass.\, 781-893-0108. Drop off  Mondays-Fridays\, 9am-6pm.\nCommunity Refrigerators located in Los Angeles\n\nSee you in the KindSoup kitchen! \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n  URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/make-quick-white-bean-and-celery-ragout-or-soup-to-share-with-others/ LOCATION:Virtual Gathering\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Food Assistance,KindSoup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/aw-celery-white-bean-ragout-threeByTwoMediumAt2X-v2.webp GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251101 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20250926T130135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T033108Z UID:10005138-1759276800-1761955199@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Bake Casseroles & Banana Breads for So What Else DESCRIPTION:Join our team in preparing nutritious and delicious casseroles and/or banana bread for the individuals served by So What Else in Rockville. \nWhen you sign up below\, you are committing to deliver four individual servings of a casserole or banana bread to the center any weekday between 7:00a m-4:00 pm or Saturdays between 5:00am- 3:00pm. You can sign up for additional slots to bring more\, but students seeking SSL hours should note MCPS’s daily limit in the guidelines below. \nOur recipe library has wonderful casserole suggestions\, but you are welcome to deliver any type of nutritious casserole you wish to make. You can substitute zucchini bread or any other healthier type of quick bread in place of banana bread. And if you need of a recipe\, we recommend this one for mini loaves of banana bread. Feel free to customize your breads with chocolate chips\, raisins\, etc. Whatever you make\, be sure to note any allergens in your ingredients on the label (details below). \nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the quality of your donation and our program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for your donations! \nHow to Donate Your Meal Servings\nIndividually package up the number of servings you signed up to provide in small food containers with tight-fitting lids. You can buy containers at the grocery store\, or ask your friends and neighbors for their small take-out containers\, and they’ll be thrilled to put their extras to good use! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLabel each container and freeze. (Use this template to print six-per-page KindWorks labels off your own printer.) Labels should include \n\ndate prepared\nyour first name and last initial\ntype of casserole\nany relevant allergy or food preference info\n\n\n\n\nDeliver your frozen meals anytime Monday-Friday between 7:00a m-4:00 pm or Saturdays between 5:00am- 3:00pm\, to So What Else at (4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, MD). \nStudent Service Learning\nStudents who sign up in advance\, participate in this project\, and submit a completed KindWorks SSL Request Form can earn SSL hours at the following rate: \n\n4 single casserole servings = 2 SSL hours\n4 mini-loaves of quick bread = 2 SSL hours\n\nNote: MCPS allows no more than 8 SSL hours in a 24-hour period. \nSafety Reminder\nAs with all KindWorks projects\, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity\, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus\, the lifting of heavy objects\, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons\, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage\, and agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage. \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n\nCasserole & Banana Bread Donations URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/bake-casseroles-banana-breads-for-nourish-now-2/ LOCATION:So What Else\, 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Baking for Community,Cooking,Shelter Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/sheri-silver-q5C-_coAZR4-unsplash-scaled.jpg GEO:39.0437972;-77.0985556 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=So What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road Rockville 20852 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4924 Wyaconda Road:geo:-77.0985556,39.0437972 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251005T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20250730T185134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T175439Z UID:10005123-1759683600-1759687200@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:KindSoup for Students - Make Burst Cherry Tomato Orzotto w/Basil\, Arugula and Cannellini Beans to Share With Others DESCRIPTION:Join us online for KindSoup for Students as we make a Burst Cherry Tomato Orzotto w/Basil\, Arugula and Cannellini Beans (based on based on this recipe from the NYT). \nWe’ve added white beans to this delightful dish to add more protein and make it a one-pot meal!  “Cherry tomatoes are first cooked down with aromatics until they burst and their juices thicken. This concentrated tomato mixture fortifies the broth\, imparting its flavor to the orzo. Stirring every minute or so releases the pasta’s starch\, while a pat of butter makes this dish silky and that much more reminiscent of a saucy risotto. The orzotto is only as good as the tomatoes you use\, so be sure to use the best ones you can get your hands on. Topping each serving with a handful of arugula is a wonderful way to incorporate more greens and add a bit of fresh\, peppery zing.” \nAfter completing your soup\, and sharing some with your family\, freeze and label the rest for donation\, then drop off at one of our participating food assistance providers. \nStudents can earn 1 Student Service Learning Hour for every 2 quarts of frozen soup made with the group and delivered to others.  There is a maximum of 8 quarts that can qualify for any given day (4 hours). Most recipes render at least 6 quarts of soup\, 3 SSL hours.  \nIn order to receive SSL Hours \n\n take a picture during preparation and at delivery\nreport on where you shared your KindSoup \nComplete this SSL Form  \n\nConnect to Zoom event \n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\nBurst Cherry Tomato Orzotto with Basil\, Arugula and White Beans\nIngredients:  \n\n1/3 cup olive oil \n3 large shallots\, chopped (about a cup)\nSalt \n1 head garlic – grated \n1 tsp crushed red pepper\, to taste\n4 ½pounds cherry tomatoes \n3 cups tightly packed fresh basil leaves\, roughly chopped\, plus 1 sprig \n2 pounds orzo \n4-6 cans (or 1 1/2 lb dry – precooked) cannellini (or other white) beans\n3 quart (12 cups) low-sodium vegetable broth (more as needed)\n2 cups grated Parmesan\, plus more for serving\n3 Tablespoons unsalted butter \n1 lemon\, juiced (more to taste)\nArugula\, optional topping for serving\n\nInstructions\n\n\nHeat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the shallots\, some salt and cook\, stirring often\, until the shallot is translucent and fragrant\, 4-5 minutes. Add the garlic and crushed red pepper and cook\, stirring constantly\, until fragrant\, another minute or so more.\nAdd the tomatoes\, basil sprig and 3 cups water and cover the pot. Increase the heat to medium-high and let cook\, covered\, until the tomatoes are very soft and easily burst when pressed with a wooden spoon or spatula\, about 10 minutes.\nUse the back of a wooden spoon or spatula to press the tomatoes against the side of the pot until all the tomatoes are broken down. Adjust the heat as needed to maintain a steady yet gentle boil.\nCover and continue to cook\, stirring occasionally\, until the tomato liquid has thickened\, slightly deepened in color and reduced by about half\,  10-12 minutes. The mixture will go from very brothy to a tomato soup-like texture.\nStir in the orzo\, broth and some salt and bring to a boil over high heat. Lower the heat to maintain a simmer and cook\, stirring every minute or two and making sure to scrape the bottom of the pot to prevent sticking\, until the orzo is tender and saucy\, 10-13 minutes more.  Add the beans and stir it around to be well blended.\nRemove the pot from the heat and discard the basil sprig. Stir in the Parmesan\, butter\, lemon juice and chopped basil until silky and evenly combined. Season to taste with salt as needed. Serve immediately\, topped with fresh arugula and more Parmesan\, as desired.\n\n\nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the the quality of our KindSoup program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for our KindSoup donations! \nSTUDENTS:  \nPrior to our Sunday’s cooking session:  \n\nConfirm your participation by signing up at the bottom of this page\nGather your ingredients\nMake sure that you have either a Soup Pot large enough to hold all of this soup\, or two smaller ones that will together hold it all\nHave 6 quart sized plastic soup containers with tight fitting lids (ask your neighbors if you could have theirs rather than them recycling them – they will be thrilled)\n\nHave all of your ingredients and cooking tools out and ready for when you sign on to our zoom at 5pm. (long hair should be tied back\, and everyone should start with freshly washed hands and gloves if you have them) You can start peeling and chopping your veggies while you wait for us to begin. \nEveryone’s first name should identify them on our zoom screen please. \nSee you soon!!\nHow to Donate Your KindSoup\nSeal containers with a tight lid and freeze. Label each container with: date prepared\, your first name and last initial\, “Burst Cherry Tomato Orzotto w/Basil and Cannellini Beans ” and any relevant food allergy info (which we will discuss on the call).  As soon as is convenient\, drop containers of frozen soup off at one of the following participating food assistance providers\, and can give one quart away also to a person or family that is in your heart and/or going through a difficult time.  You will report all KindSoups that you shared – with to the food assistance organization\, or to those people whom you know. \n\n5171 Manning Place NW (in the Palisades neighborhood in DC). \nRainbow Community Development Center 12120 Tech Road\, Silver Spring (this takes you to the rear parking lot and loading dock – there is usually a large RAINBOW truck parked here): Drop-off Monday-Friday 9am-2pm. NOTE: If you go during Rainbow’s food distributions on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9am-noon\, you may see a long line of cars – you can drive past the cars to drop off your KindSoup. If you go at other times and the garage or back door is not open\, call or text Anna on her personal cell at 301-852-4184 (if she doesn’t answer\, leave a message and she should get back within a few minutes\, or try calling the Rainbow Pantry cellphone: 240-639-2293).   \nSo What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 240-705-4345. (Look for the Dogtopia. Drive straight past Doptopia to get to our parking lot. The entrance will be on the right hand side as you pull into the parking lot. After you park\, walk up to the glass door at the bottom of the black ramp\, ring the doorbell\, let the team know you’ve arrived to drop off KindSoups): Drop-off Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturdays 7am-12pm.\nUpcounty Consolidation Hub 12900 Middlebrook Rd.\, Germantown (supporting 1\,000 families with food and other supports). Drop off Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, or Fridays 8 am-4:30 pm.\nEmbry Rucker Shelter 11975 Bowman Towne Drive\, Reston\, 703-437-1975. Leave donations on the table around the back. Drop off anytime!\n\nHere are some options for donating outside the DC area: \n\nNYC Community Fridges located throughout New York City.\nBread and Roses 58 Newbury St.\, Lawrence\, Mass.\, 978-681-8768. Drop off  Mondays-Thursdays\, 10 am-4 pm.\nThe Bristol Lodge 27 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, Mass.\, 781-893-0108. Drop off  Mondays-Fridays\, 9am-6pm.\nCommunity Refrigerators located in Los Angeles\n\nSee you in the KindSoup kitchen! \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n\nOnline KindSoup for Students URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/kindsoup-for-students-make-burst-cherry-tomato-orzotto-w-basil-arugula-and-cannellini-beans-to-share-with-others/ LOCATION:Virtual Gathering\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Food Assistance,KindSoup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Tomato-Orzotto-w-Basil-Arugula-and-Cannellini-Beans-e1757518541486.webp GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251006T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20250930T141043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T141043Z UID:10005140-1759770000-1759773600@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Make Corn Chowder to Share With Others DESCRIPTION:Join us online to make a Corn Chowder (based on this recipe from Vegan Heaven.) After completing your soup\, freeze and label it for donation\, then drop off at one of our participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or anyplace that you prefer\, when convenient. Finally\, report on where you shared your KindSoup and spread the word: Post a picture or two of you and your soups on social media with #DoKindWorks and tag us @DoKindWorks. \nConnect to Zoom event \n\n\nCorn Chowder\n\n\n\nIngredients\n\n12 medium-sized russet potatoes\, cut into cubes\n4 red bell pepper\, cut into medium-sized chunks\n20 cups corn kernels either fresh or frozen\n8 stalks of celery\, chopped\n4 onion\, finely chopped\n8 carrots\, sliced\n8 bay leaves\n2 teaspoon smoked paprika powder\n2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (optional) Omit if you don’t want the corn chowder to be a bit spicy!\n16 cups vegetable broth\n4 cup coconut milk\n2 cup unsweetened almond milk\nsalt\, to taste\nblack pepper\, to taste\n4 green onion\, cut into rings\n2 cup fresh parsley\, chopped\n\nInstructions\n\n\nCut all the vegetables in bite-sized chunks or slices. Put 2 cups of the corn in a blender together with the coconut milk and the almond milk. Blend until smooth. Set aside.\nIn a large pot\, sauté the onion in some oil until it becomes translucent. Then\, add the vegetables\, the spices\, the bay leaves\, the vegetable broth\, and the pureed corn. Bring to boil and cook for about 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.\nDiscard bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with the green onion and the fresh parsley. I like this corn chowder best with warm whole wheat baguette.\n\n\n\nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the the quality of our KindSoup program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for our KindSoup donations! \nHow to Donate Your KindSoup\nSeal containers with a tight lid and freeze. Label each container with: date prepared\, your first name and last initial\, “Corn Chowder” and any relevant food allergy info. When convenient\, drop containers of frozen soup off at one of the following participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or a place that you prefer. \n\n5171 Manning Place NW (in the Palisades neighborhood in DC). \nRainbow Community Development Center 12120 Tech Road\, Silver Spring (this takes you to the rear parking lot and loading dock – there is usually a large RAINBOW truck parked here): Drop-off Monday-Friday 9am-2pm. NOTE: If you go during Rainbow’s food distributions on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9am-noon\, you may see a long line of cars – you can drive past the cars to drop off your KindSoup. If you go at other times and the garage or back door is not open\, call or text Anna on her personal cell at 301-852-4184 (if she doesn’t answer\, leave a message and she should get back within a few minutes\, or try calling the Rainbow Pantry cellphone: 240-639-2293).   \nSo What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 240-705-4345. (Look for the Dogtopia. Drive straight past Doptopia to get to our parking lot. The entrance will be on the right hand side as you pull into the parking lot. After you park\, walk up to the glass door at the bottom of the black ramp\, ring the doorbell\, let the team know you’ve arrived to drop off KindSoups): Drop-off Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturdays 7am-12pm.\nUpcounty Consolidation Hub 12900 Middlebrook Rd.\, Germantown (supporting 1\,000 families with food and other supports). Drop off Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, or Fridays 8 am-4:30 pm.\nEmbry Rucker Shelter 11975 Bowman Towne Drive\, Reston\, 703-437-1975. Leave donations on the table around the back. Drop off anytime!\n\nHere are some options for donating outside the DC area: \n\nNYC Community Fridges located throughout New York City.\nBread and Roses 58 Newbury St.\, Lawrence\, Mass.\, 978-681-8768. Drop off  Mondays-Thursdays\, 10 am-4 pm.\nThe Bristol Lodge 27 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, Mass.\, 781-893-0108. Drop off  Mondays-Fridays\, 9am-6pm.\nCommunity Refrigerators located in Los Angeles\n\nSee you in the KindSoup kitchen! \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n  URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/make-corn-chowder-to-share-with-others/ LOCATION:Virtual Gathering\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Food Assistance,KindSoup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Vegan-Corn-Chowder3-e1723474782962.jpg GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20251010T164045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T164408Z UID:10005150-1760284800-1760288400@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Har Shalom KindSoup - Mushroom & Broccoli Soup to Share With Others DESCRIPTION:Join KindChef Marj Klein to make a Mushroom & Broccoli Soup for Har Shalom’s Sunday KindSoup. All are welcome – whether Har Shalom congregants or not! \nAfter completing your soup\, freeze and label it for donation\, then drop off at one of our participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or anyplace that you prefer\, when convenient. Finally\, report on where you shared your KindSoup and spread the word: Post a picture or two of you and your soups on social media with #DoKindWorks and tag us @DoKindWorks.  \nContact Marj to Participate \n\n\nMushroom & Broccoli Soup\n\n\n\nIngredients\n\ncanola oil\n1 large onion\, chopped\n6 carrots\, peeled and chopped\n6 celery ribs\, chopped\n1 Tbsp minced garlic\n3 medium potatoes\, diced\n8 cups vegetable broth\n2 bunches broccoli\, about 3 lbs\n1 lb mushrooms\, sliced\n2 Tbsps SOY sauce\n1/4 Cup lemon juice\, optional\n\nInstructions\n\n\nHeat oil. Add chopped onions\, celery; minced garlic; diced potatoes; and peeled and chopped carrots. Heat\, stirring\, until onions are translucent.\nAdd broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Simmer 20 mins until vegetables soften.\nWhile soup simmers: Slice mushrooms. Cut broccoli florets into bite-sized pieces. Stalks should be peeled (if necessary) and chopped. Heat oil on medium high in a separate pan. Add mushrooms. Saute until tender\, 4 mins. Stir in soy sauce. Remove from heat. \nPuree soup with immersion blender. Stir in broccoli and mushrooms. Cook 6-8 mins\, stirring occasionally.\nStir in lemon juice if using.\n\n\n\nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the the quality of our KindSoup program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for our KindSoup donations! \nHow to Donate Your KindSoup\nSeal containers with a tight lid and freeze. Label each container with: date prepared\, your first name and last initial\, “Mushroom & Broccoli Soup” and “Contains SOY” and any relevant food allergy info.  When convenient\, drop containers of frozen soup off at one of the following participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or a place that you prefer. \n\n5171 Manning Place NW (in the Palisades neighborhood in DC). \nRainbow Community Development Center 12120 Tech Road\, Silver Spring (this takes you to the rear parking lot and loading dock – there is usually a large RAINBOW truck parked here): Drop-off Monday-Friday 9am-2pm. NOTE: If you go during Rainbow’s food distributions on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9am-noon\, you may see a long line of cars – you can drive past the cars to drop off your KindSoup. If you go at other times and the garage or back door is not open\, call or text Anna on her personal cell at 301-852-4184 (if she doesn’t answer\, leave a message and she should get back within a few minutes\, or try calling the Rainbow Pantry cellphone: 240-639-2293).   \nSo What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 240-705-4345. (Look for the Dogtopia. Drive straight past Doptopia to get to our parking lot. The entrance will be on the right hand side as you pull into the parking lot. After you park\, walk up to the glass door at the bottom of the black ramp\, ring the doorbell\, let the team know you’ve arrived to drop off KindSoups): Drop-off Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturdays 7am-12pm.\nUpcounty Consolidation Hub 12900 Middlebrook Rd.\, Germantown (supporting 1\,000 families with food and other supports). Drop off Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, or Fridays 8 am-4:30 pm.\nEmbry Rucker Shelter 11975 Bowman Towne Drive\, Reston\, 703-437-1975. Leave donations on the table around the back. Drop off anytime!\n\nHere are some options for donating outside the DC area: \n\nNYC Community Fridges located throughout New York City. \nBread and Roses 58 Newbury St.\, Lawrence\, Mass.\, 978-681-8768. Drop off  Mondays-Thursdays\, 10 am-4 pm.\nThe Bristol Lodge 27 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, Mass.\, 781-893-0108. Drop off  Mondays-Fridays\, 9am-6pm.\nCommunity Refrigerators located in Los Angeles\n\nSee you in the KindSoup kitchen! \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n  URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/har-shalom-kindsoup-mushroom-broccoli-soup-to-share-with-others/ LOCATION:Virtual Gathering\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Food Assistance,KindSoup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Mushroom-Broccoli-Soup_EXPS_HCK17_81065_B08_24_1b-e1760114635209.jpg GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251013T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251013T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20251003T230410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T133300Z UID:10005142-1760374800-1760378400@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Make Red Lentil Soup to Share With Others DESCRIPTION:Join KindChef Carol to make a Red Lentil Soup (based on this recipe from New York Times.) After completing your soup\, freeze and label it for donation\, then drop off at one of our participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or anyplace that you prefer\, when convenient. Finally\, report on where you shared your KindSoup and spread the word: Post a picture or two of you and your soups on social media with #DoKindWorks and tag us @DoKindWorks. \nConnect to Zoom event \n\n\nRed Lentil Soup\n\n\n\nIngredients\n\n1/2 cup olive oil\, plus more for drizzling\n3 large onions\, chopped\n6 garlic cloves\, minced\n1/2 cup tomato paste\n1 tablespoon ground cumin\n3/4 teaspoon salt\n3/4 teaspoon black pepper\n1/2 teaspoon of chili powder or ground cayenne\, more to taste\n3 quarts chicken or vegetable broth\n6 cups of water\n3 cups red lentils\n3 large carrots\, peeled and diced\nJuice of 1 ½ lemon\, more to taste\n1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro*\n\n*An optional and delicious spice to use in this dish\, especially for those eschewing cilantro\, is asafoetida.  This will move the soup to more of an Indian than Turkish profile (think: dal).  Here is a good link explaining the spice and how to cook with it.  In this case\, I’d add it at the end of step two\, after adding the tomato paste\, cumin\, salt and black pepper and  chili powder. \nInstructions\n\n\nIn a large pot\, heat the oil over high until hot and shimmering. Add onions and garlic\, and sauté until golden\, about 4 minutes.\nStir in tomato paste\, cumin\, salt and black pepper and the chili powder\, (add asafoetida now if using) and sauté for 2 minutes longer. \nAdd broth\, water\, lentils and carrots. Bring to a simmer\, then partly cover pot and turn heat to medium-low. Simmer until lentils are soft\, about 30 minutes. Taste and add salt if necessary.\nUsing an immersion or regular blender or a food processor\, purée half the soup\, then add it back to pot. The soup should be somewhat chunky.\nReheat soup if necessary\, then stir in lemon juice and cilantro. Serve soup drizzled with good olive oil and dusted lightly with chili powder\, if desired.\n\n\n\nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the the quality of our KindSoup program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for our KindSoup donations! \nHow to Donate Your KindSoup\nSeal containers with a tight lid and freeze. Label each container with: date prepared\, your first name and last initial\, “Red Lentil Soup” and any relevant food allergy info. When convenient\, drop containers of frozen soup off at one of the following participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or a place that you prefer. \n\n5171 Manning Place NW (in the Palisades neighborhood in DC). \nRainbow Community Development Center 12120 Tech Road\, Silver Spring (this takes you to the rear parking lot and loading dock – there is usually a large RAINBOW truck parked here): Drop-off Monday-Friday 9am-2pm. NOTE: If you go during Rainbow’s food distributions on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9am-noon\, you may see a long line of cars – you can drive past the cars to drop off your KindSoup. If you go at other times and the garage or back door is not open\, call or text Anna on her personal cell at 301-852-4184 (if she doesn’t answer\, leave a message and she should get back within a few minutes\, or try calling the Rainbow Pantry cellphone: 240-639-2293).   \nSo What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 240-705-4345. (Look for the Dogtopia. Drive straight past Doptopia to get to our parking lot. The entrance will be on the right hand side as you pull into the parking lot. After you park\, walk up to the glass door at the bottom of the black ramp\, ring the doorbell\, let the team know you’ve arrived to drop off KindSoups): Drop-off Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturdays 7am-12pm.\nUpcounty Consolidation Hub 12900 Middlebrook Rd.\, Germantown (supporting 1\,000 families with food and other supports). Drop off Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, or Fridays 8 am-4:30 pm.\nEmbry Rucker Shelter 11975 Bowman Towne Drive\, Reston\, 703-437-1975. Leave donations on the table around the back. Drop off anytime!\n\nHere are some options for donating outside the DC area: \n\nNYC Community Fridges located throughout New York City.\nBread and Roses 58 Newbury St.\, Lawrence\, Mass.\, 978-681-8768. Drop off  Mondays-Thursdays\, 10 am-4 pm.\nThe Bristol Lodge 27 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, Mass.\, 781-893-0108. Drop off  Mondays-Fridays\, 9am-6pm.\nCommunity Refrigerators located in Los Angeles\n\nSee you in the KindSoup kitchen! \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n  URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/make-red-lentil-soup-to-share-with-others/ LOCATION:Virtual Gathering\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Food Assistance,KindSoup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Red-Lentil-Soup-e1759532080195.jpg GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T153000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20250603T213222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T144425Z UID:10004883-1760616000-1760628600@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Monthly Giveaway for Refugees and Newcomers DESCRIPTION:Together\, let’s create a tapestry of hope and support for refugees and newcomers in our community. \nJoin us for our Monthly Giveaway\, where we come together to share essential items and warm smiles. Held on the third Thursday of each month from 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM at 6155 64th Ave\, Riverdale\, MD 20737\, this event provides toys\, kitchen items\, home supplies\, and clothing to those in need. We invite you to contribute and volunteer in one of three ways: \n\nDrop Off Donations (12:00 PM – 1:30 PM): Simply drop off your donated items at the address above.\nDonate & Set Up (12:00 PM – 1:30 PM): Bring your items and stay to help us set up and welcome participants.\nHost & Clean Up (1:30 PM – Until Cleanup is Finished Approximately 3:30 PM): Provide assistance restocking and helping our new neighbors make selections. Your help with cleaning up and making sure everything runs smoothly is invaluable. This is a rewarding opportunity to interact with refugees and provide support personally.\n\nNote: If you have time and are interested\, you are welcome to join us from the beginning until the end of the event or just sign up for the Donate & Set Up section. \nSign up below. If you have questions please email mhrangiz.azami@dokindworks.org. We look forward to working together and making a difference! \nDonation Guidelines\nAll donated items should be new or very gently used. In addition\, all donations must be clean and completely free of pet hair\, cobwebs\, and cigarette smoke. For donated bed linens\, package same-size linens together in a bag or box that is labeled with the bedding size contained therein.  \nSafety Reminder\nAs with all KindWorks projects\, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity\, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus\, the lifting of heavy objects\, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons\, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage\, and agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage. \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n\nMonthly Giveaway for Refugees and Newcomers\n\n\n\n \n \n Please mention in the comments if you speak Spanish\, Persian\, or Arabic. URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/template-monthly-giveaway-for-refugees-and-newcomers-4-7/ LOCATION:6155 64th Ave Riverdale\, MD 20737\, 64th Avenue\, East Riverdale\, Maryland\, 20737\, United States CATEGORIES:Home Setups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/unnamed.jpg GEO:38.9631;-76.90597 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=6155 64th Ave Riverdale MD 20737 64th Avenue East Riverdale Maryland 20737 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=64th Avenue:geo:-76.90597,38.9631 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20251006T162515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T194634Z UID:10005144-1760893200-1760896800@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:KindSoup for Students - Make Broccoli Cheese Soup to Share With Others DESCRIPTION:Join us online for KindSoup for Students as we make a Broccoli Cheese Soup (based on this recipe from All Recipes). After completing your soup\, and sharing some with your family\, freeze and label the rest for donation\, then drop off at one of our participating food assistance providers. \nStudents can earn 1 Student Service Learning Hour for every 2 quarts of frozen soup made with the group and delivered to others.  There is a maximum of 8 quarts that can qualify for any given day (4 hours). Most recipes render at least 6 quarts of soup\, 3 SSL hours.  \nIn order to receive SSL Hours \n\n take a picture during preparation and at delivery\nreport on where you shared your KindSoup \nComplete this SSL Form  \n\nConnect to Zoom event \n\n\nBroccoli Cheese Soup\n\n\n\n\n1 cup butter \n2 onions\, chopped\n2 (16 ounce) packages frozen chopped broccoli\n8 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth\n2 (1 pound) loaves processed cheese food\, cubed\n4 cups milk\n2 tablespoons garlic powder\n1 ⅓ cups cornstarch\n2 cups water\n\nSoup Instructions\n\n\n\n\nMelt butter in a stockpot over medium heat. Add onions and cook\, stirring occasionally\, until softened. Stir in broccoli.\n\n\nAdd broth and simmer until broccoli is tender\, 10 to 15 minutes.\n\n\nReduce heat; add cheese cubes and stir until melted. Stir in milk and garlic powder.\n\n\nStir cornstarch and water together in a small bowl until smooth. Stir into soup; cook\, stirring frequently\, until thick. Serve and enjoy!\n\n\n\n\n\nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the the quality of our KindSoup program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for our KindSoup donations! \nSTUDENTS:  \nPrior to our Sunday\, October 19th cooking session:  \n\nConfirm your participation by signing up at the bottom of this page\nGather your ingredients\nMake sure that you have either a Soup Pot large enough to hold all of this soup\, or two smaller ones that will together hold it all\nHave 6 quart sized plastic soup containers with tight fitting lids (ask your neighbors if you could have theirs rather than them recycling them – they will be thrilled)\n\nHave all of your ingredients and cooking tools out and ready for when you sign on to our zoom at 5pm. (long hair should be tied back\, and everyone should start with freshly washed hands and gloves if you have them) You can start peeling and chopping your veggies while you wait for us to begin. \nEveryone’s first name should identify them on our zoom screen please. \nSee you soon!!\nHow to Donate Your KindSoup\nSeal containers with a tight lid and freeze. Label each container with: date prepared\, your first name and last initial\, “Broccoli Cheese Soup” and any relevant food allergy info (which we will discuss on the call).  As soon as is convenient\, drop containers of frozen soup off at one of the following participating food assistance providers\, and can give one quart away also to a person or family that is in your heart and/or going through a difficult time.  You will report all KindSoups that you shared – with to the food assistance organization\, or to those people whom you know. \n\n5171 Manning Place NW (in the Palisades neighborhood in DC). \nRainbow Community Development Center 12120 Tech Road\, Silver Spring (this takes you to the rear parking lot and loading dock – there is usually a large RAINBOW truck parked here): Drop-off Monday-Friday 9am-2pm. NOTE: If you go during Rainbow’s food distributions on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9am-noon\, you may see a long line of cars – you can drive past the cars to drop off your KindSoup. If you go at other times and the garage or back door is not open\, call or text Anna on her personal cell at 301-852-4184 (if she doesn’t answer\, leave a message and she should get back within a few minutes\, or try calling the Rainbow Pantry cellphone: 240-639-2293).   \nSo What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 240-705-4345. (Look for the Dogtopia. Drive straight past Doptopia to get to our parking lot. The entrance will be on the right hand side as you pull into the parking lot. After you park\, walk up to the glass door at the bottom of the black ramp\, ring the doorbell\, let the team know you’ve arrived to drop off KindSoups): Drop-off Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturdays 7am-12pm.\nUpcounty Consolidation Hub 12900 Middlebrook Rd.\, Germantown (supporting 1\,000 families with food and other supports). Drop off Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, or Fridays 8 am-4:30 pm.\nEmbry Rucker Shelter 11975 Bowman Towne Drive\, Reston\, 703-437-1975. Leave donations on the table around the back. Drop off anytime!\n\nHere are some options for donating outside the DC area: \n\nNYC Community Fridges located throughout New York City.\nBread and Roses 58 Newbury St.\, Lawrence\, Mass.\, 978-681-8768. Drop off  Mondays-Thursdays\, 10 am-4 pm.\nThe Bristol Lodge 27 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, Mass.\, 781-893-0108. Drop off  Mondays-Fridays\, 9am-6pm.\nCommunity Refrigerators located in Los Angeles\n\nSee you in the KindSoup kitchen! \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n\nOnline KindSoup for Students URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/kindsoup-for-students-make-broccoli-cheese-soup-to-share-with-others/ LOCATION:Virtual Gathering\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Food Assistance,KindSoup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/3275484-broccoli-cheese-soup-v-naples34102-4x3-1-869ac64e7d304ab1a623c6bdbcd856f2-e1759768069139.jpg GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20251016T025752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T030124Z UID:10005151-1760979600-1760983200@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Make Roasted Butternut Squash Soup to Share With Others DESCRIPTION:Join KindChef Alexa to make a Roasted Butternut Squash Soup (based on this recipe from Dr. Vegan.) After completing your soup\, freeze and label it for donation\, then drop off at one of our participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or anyplace that you prefer\, when convenient. Finally\, report on where you shared your KindSoup and spread the word: Post a picture or two of you and your soups on social media with #DoKindWorks and tag us @DoKindWorks. \nConnect to Zoom event \n\n\nRoasted Butternut Squash Soup\n\n\n\nIngredients\n\n3 small to medium-sized Butternut Squash\n21 fl oz Coconut Milk\n3-6 Red Onions\n6 Carrots\n3-6 Bell Peppers\n3-6 heads of Garlic\n6 Tomatoes or 3 cups of Cherry Tomatoes\n4.5 cups Vegetable Broth\n3 tsp Fresh Ginger optional; grated\nOlive Oil enough to drizzle over vegetables\nFresh Cilantro for garnish\n\nSeasoning: \n\n3 tsp Black Pepper\n3 tsp Ground Cumin\n3 tsp Paprika\n3 tsp Dried Thyme\n3 tsp Dried Rosemary\n3 tsp Chili Oil\n\nInstructions\n\n\nPreheat the Oven: Set your oven to 390°F (200°C).\nPrepare the Vegetables: You can either peel and chop the butternut squash\, or\, like I do in the video\, simply cut the squash in half for roasting. Note: Halving the squash will require a longer roasting time\, while chopping the vegetables smaller will speed up the cooking process.\nSeason the Vegetables: Add the seasonings (pepper\, cumin\, paprika\, thyme\, rosemary\, and chili flakes) to the vegetables. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly. If halving the squash\, drizzle olive oil on the exposed flesh. Cover the dish with aluminum foil.\nRoasting: Roast for about 1 1/2 hours\, or until the vegetables are golden and soft inside. If you’ve chopped the vegetables smaller\, the roasting time can be reduced. If you’ve halved the butternut squash\, expect a longer roasting time. For the last 10 minutes\, remove the aluminum foil to allow the vegetables to caramelize slightly.\nBlending: Once roasted\, scoop out the flesh of the butternut squash (if halved) and transfer all the vegetables to a blender. Add the vegetable broth and ginger (if using)\, and blend until smooth and creamy.\nCooking the Soup: Pour the blended mixture into a pot and place it on medium heat. Stir in the coconut milk and cook for about 2 minutes\, allowing everything to warm through.\nFinal Touch: Adjust the seasonings to your taste. Garnish with fresh cilantro\, a drizzle of coconut milk\, and a pinch of chili flakes or some chili oil if desired.\n\n\n\nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the the quality of our KindSoup program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for our KindSoup donations! \nHow to Donate Your KindSoup\nSeal containers with a tight lid and freeze. Label each container with: date prepared\, your first name and last initial\, “Roasted Butternut Squash Soup” and any relevant food allergy info. When convenient\, drop containers of frozen soup off at one of the following participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or a place that you prefer. \n\n5171 Manning Place NW (in the Palisades neighborhood in DC). \nRainbow Community Development Center 12120 Tech Road\, Silver Spring (this takes you to the rear parking lot and loading dock – there is usually a large RAINBOW truck parked here): Drop-off Monday-Friday 9am-2pm. NOTE: If you go during Rainbow’s food distributions on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9am-noon\, you may see a long line of cars – you can drive past the cars to drop off your KindSoup. If you go at other times and the garage or back door is not open\, call or text Anna on her personal cell at 301-852-4184 (if she doesn’t answer\, leave a message and she should get back within a few minutes\, or try calling the Rainbow Pantry cellphone: 240-639-2293).   \nSo What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 240-705-4345. (Look for the Dogtopia. Drive straight past Doptopia to get to our parking lot. The entrance will be on the right hand side as you pull into the parking lot. After you park\, walk up to the glass door at the bottom of the black ramp\, ring the doorbell\, let the team know you’ve arrived to drop off KindSoups): Drop-off Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturdays 7am-12pm.\nUpcounty Consolidation Hub 12900 Middlebrook Rd.\, Germantown (supporting 1\,000 families with food and other supports). Drop off Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, or Fridays 8 am-4:30 pm.\nEmbry Rucker Shelter 11975 Bowman Towne Drive\, Reston\, 703-437-1975. Leave donations on the table around the back. Drop off anytime!\n\nHere are some options for donating outside the DC area: \n\nNYC Community Fridges located throughout New York City.\nBread and Roses 58 Newbury St.\, Lawrence\, Mass.\, 978-681-8768. Drop off  Mondays-Thursdays\, 10 am-4 pm.\nThe Bristol Lodge 27 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, Mass.\, 781-893-0108. Drop off  Mondays-Fridays\, 9am-6pm.\nCommunity Refrigerators located in Los Angeles\n\nSee you in the KindSoup kitchen! \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n  URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/make-roasted-butternut-squash-soup-to-share-with-others/ LOCATION:Virtual Gathering\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Food Assistance,KindSoup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Butternut-Squash-soup-thumbnail-1-1440x1253-1-e1760583347767.webp GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20251024T010602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T011608Z UID:10005155-1761494400-1761498000@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Har Shalom KindSoup - Butternut Squash Soup to Share With Others DESCRIPTION:Join KindChef Marj Klein to make a Butternut Squash Soup for Har Shalom’s Sunday KindSoup. All are welcome – whether Har Shalom congregants or not! \nAfter completing your soup\, freeze and label it for donation\, then drop off at one of our participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or anyplace that you prefer\, when convenient. Finally\, report on where you shared your KindSoup and spread the word: Post a picture or two of you and your soups on social media with #DoKindWorks and tag us @DoKindWorks.  \nContact Marj to Participate \n\n\nButternut Squash Soup\n\n\n\nIngredients\n\n4 Butternut Squash – approx 12 lbs (or use precut cubed squash)\n8 TBSP Olive Oil\n2 Onions – Chopped\n12 Cloves Chopped or Minced Garlic\n4 tsp Ginger\n1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper – OPTIONAL\n8 cups Vegetable Broth PLUS additional 1 to 2 Cups\n4 TBSP Brown Sugar or Pure Maple Syrup\nSalt\n\nInstructions\n\n\nPrep 1 hour before: (follow instructions or peel and cube yourself or buy pre-cut!\n\nPreheat oven to 425\nSlice squash vertically and remove seeds\nPlace face down on baking sheet\, add a little water\nRub outer skin with 1 Tbsp olive oil\nRoast 30 mins until soft (if using precut only 20 mins) Remove when soft; COOL; remove skin\nCut cooked squash into cubed chunks and set aside\n\n\nHeat 4 Tbsp olive oil in large pot.\nSaute onions and garlic with salt – approx 4 mins. Add ginger and cayenne.\nAdd broth\, brown sugar or maple syrup and squash. Bring to a boil. Cover and simmer 10-15 mins.\nCool for a short time\, then blend.\nAdd additional broth if needed for consistency.\n\n\n\nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the the quality of our KindSoup program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for our KindSoup donations! \nHow to Donate Your KindSoup\nSeal containers with a tight lid and freeze. Label each container with: date prepared\, your first name and last initial\, “Butternut Squash Soup” and any relevant food allergy info.  When convenient\, drop containers of frozen soup off at one of the following participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or a place that you prefer. \n\n5171 Manning Place NW (in the Palisades neighborhood in DC). \nRainbow Community Development Center 12120 Tech Road\, Silver Spring (this takes you to the rear parking lot and loading dock – there is usually a large RAINBOW truck parked here): Drop-off Monday-Friday 9am-2pm. NOTE: If you go during Rainbow’s food distributions on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9am-noon\, you may see a long line of cars – you can drive past the cars to drop off your KindSoup. If you go at other times and the garage or back door is not open\, call or text Anna on her personal cell at 301-852-4184 (if she doesn’t answer\, leave a message and she should get back within a few minutes\, or try calling the Rainbow Pantry cellphone: 240-639-2293).   \nSo What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 240-705-4345. (Look for the Dogtopia. Drive straight past Doptopia to get to our parking lot. The entrance will be on the right hand side as you pull into the parking lot. After you park\, walk up to the glass door at the bottom of the black ramp\, ring the doorbell\, let the team know you’ve arrived to drop off KindSoups): Drop-off Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturdays 7am-12pm.\nUpcounty Consolidation Hub 12900 Middlebrook Rd.\, Germantown (supporting 1\,000 families with food and other supports). Drop off Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, or Fridays 8 am-4:30 pm.\nEmbry Rucker Shelter 11975 Bowman Towne Drive\, Reston\, 703-437-1975. Leave donations on the table around the back. Drop off anytime!\n\nHere are some options for donating outside the DC area: \n\nNYC Community Fridges located throughout New York City. \nBread and Roses 58 Newbury St.\, Lawrence\, Mass.\, 978-681-8768. Drop off  Mondays-Thursdays\, 10 am-4 pm.\nThe Bristol Lodge 27 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, Mass.\, 781-893-0108. Drop off  Mondays-Fridays\, 9am-6pm.\nCommunity Refrigerators located in Los Angeles\n\nSee you in the KindSoup kitchen! \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n  URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/har-shalom-kindsoup-butternut-squash-soup-to-share-with-others/ LOCATION:Virtual Gathering\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Food Assistance,KindSoup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Screenshot-6-e1698572318897.png GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20251016T025342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T023902Z UID:10005152-1761584400-1761588000@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Make Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup to Share With Others DESCRIPTION:Join KindChef Alexa to make a Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup (based on this  Gimme Some Oven recipe). After completing your soup\, freeze and label it for donation\, then drop off at one of our participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or anyplace that you prefer\, when convenient. Finally\, report on where you shared your KindSoup and spread the word: Post a picture or two of you and your soups on social media with #DoKindWorks and tag us @DoKindWorks. \nConnect to Zoom event \n\n\nCozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup\n\n\n\nIngredients\n\nbutter or olive oil for sauteing veggies \n12 cups vegetable stock (or chicken stock)\n2 cup uncooked wild rice\n16 ounces baby bella mushrooms\, sliced\n8 cloves garlic\, minced\n4 medium carrots\, diced\n4 ribs celery\, diced\n2 large (about 2 pounds) sweet potato\, peeled and diced\n2 small white onion\, peeled and diced\n2 bay leaf\n3 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning \n2 (14-ounce) cans unsweetened coconut milk (or see cream sauce option below*)\n4 large handfuls of kale\, roughly chopped with thick stems removed\nfine sea salt and freshly-cracked black pepper\n\nInstructions\n\n\nGenerously cover the bottom of your soup pot with  butter or olive oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat.  Add onion and sauté for 5 minutes\, stirring occasionally\, until soft and translucent.  Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes\, stirring occasionally\, until fragrant.\nAdd base ingredients. Add in the vegetable stock\, wild rice**\, mushrooms\, carrots\, celery\, sweet potato\, bay leaf and Old Bay seasoning.  Stir to combine.\nSimmer. Continue cooking until the soup reaches a simmer.  Then reduce heat to medium-low\, cover and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes until the rice is tender\, stirring occasionally.\nAdd final ingredients. Add the coconut milk (or cream) and kale to the soup\, and stir gently until combined. Taste and season with salt and pepper (plus any extra Old Bay seasoning\, if you would like) as needed.\nServe. Serve warm and enjoy!\n\n\n\nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the the quality of our KindSoup program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for our KindSoup donations! \nHow to Donate Your KindSoup\nSeal containers with a tight lid and freeze. Label each container with: date prepared\, your first name and last initial\, “Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup” and any relevant food allergy info. When convenient\, drop containers of frozen soup off at one of the following participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or a place that you prefer. \n\n5171 Manning Place NW (in the Palisades neighborhood in DC). \nRainbow Community Development Center 12120 Tech Road\, Silver Spring (this takes you to the rear parking lot and loading dock – there is usually a large RAINBOW truck parked here): Drop-off Monday-Friday 9am-2pm. NOTE: If you go during Rainbow’s food distributions on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9am-noon\, you may see a long line of cars – you can drive past the cars to drop off your KindSoup. If you go at other times and the garage or back door is not open\, call or text Anna on her personal cell at 301-852-4184 (if she doesn’t answer\, leave a message and she should get back within a few minutes\, or try calling the Rainbow Pantry cellphone: 240-639-2293).   \nSo What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 240-705-4345. (Look for the Dogtopia. Drive straight past Doptopia to get to our parking lot. The entrance will be on the right hand side as you pull into the parking lot. After you park\, walk up to the glass door at the bottom of the black ramp\, ring the doorbell\, let the team know you’ve arrived to drop off KindSoups): Drop-off Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturdays 7am-12pm.\nUpcounty Consolidation Hub 12900 Middlebrook Rd.\, Germantown (supporting 1\,000 families with food and other supports). Drop off Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, or Fridays 8 am-4:30 pm.\nEmbry Rucker Shelter 11975 Bowman Towne Drive\, Reston\, 703-437-1975. Leave donations on the table around the back. Drop off anytime!\n\nHere are some options for donating outside the DC area: \n\nNYC Community Fridges located throughout New York City.\nBread and Roses 58 Newbury St.\, Lawrence\, Mass.\, 978-681-8768. Drop off  Mondays-Thursdays\, 10 am-4 pm.\nThe Bristol Lodge 27 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, Mass.\, 781-893-0108. Drop off  Mondays-Fridays\, 9am-6pm.\nCommunity Refrigerators located in Los Angeles\n\nSee you in the KindSoup kitchen! \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n  URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/make-cozy-autumn-wild-rice-soup-to-share-with-others/ LOCATION:Virtual Gathering\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Food Assistance,KindSoup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Screen-Shot-2025-07-30-at-4.05.23-PM-e1756836462479.webp GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20250926T130325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T193336Z UID:10005136-1761955200-1764547199@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Bake Casseroles & Banana Breads for So What Else DESCRIPTION:Join our team in preparing nutritious and delicious casseroles and/or banana bread for the individuals served by So What Else in Rockville. \nWhen you sign up below\, you are committing to deliver four individual servings of a casserole or banana bread to the center any weekday between 7:00a m-4:00 pm or Saturdays between 5:00am- 3:00pm. . You can sign up for additional slots to bring more\, but students seeking SSL hours should note MCPS’s daily limit in the guidelines below. \nOur recipe library has wonderful casserole suggestions\, but you are welcome to deliver any type of nutritious casserole you wish to make. You can substitute zucchini bread or any other healthier type of quick bread in place of banana bread. And if you need of a recipe\, we recommend this one for mini loaves of banana bread. Feel free to customize your breads with chocolate chips\, raisins\, etc. Whatever you make\, be sure to note any allergens in your ingredients on the label (details below). \nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the quality of your donation and our program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for your donations! \nHow to Donate Your Meal Servings\nIndividually package up the number of servings you signed up to provide in small food containers with tight-fitting lids. You can buy containers at the grocery store\, or ask your friends and neighbors for their small take-out containers\, and they’ll be thrilled to put their extras to good use! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLabel each container and freeze. (Use this template to print six-per-page KindWorks labels off your own printer.) Labels should include \n\ndate prepared\nyour first name and last initial\ntype of casserole\nany relevant allergy or food preference info\n\n\n\n\nDeliver your frozen meals anytime Monday-Friday between 7:00a m-4:00 pm or Saturdays between 5:00am- 3:00pm\, to So What Else at (4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, MD). \nStudent Service Learning\nStudents who sign up in advance\, participate in this project\, and submit a completed KindWorks SSL Request Form can earn SSL hours at the following rate: \n\n4 single casserole servings = 2 SSL hours\n4 mini-loaves of quick bread = 2 SSL hours\n\nNote: MCPS allows no more than 8 SSL hours in a 24-hour period. \nSafety Reminder\nAs with all KindWorks projects\, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity\, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus\, the lifting of heavy objects\, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons\, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage\, and agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage. \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n\nCasserole & Banana Bread Donations URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/bake-casseroles-banana-breads-for-nourish-now-3/ LOCATION:So What Else\, 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 20852\, United States CATEGORIES:Baking for Community,Cooking,Shelter Support ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/sheri-silver-q5C-_coAZR4-unsplash-scaled.jpg GEO:39.0437972;-77.0985556 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=So What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road Rockville 20852 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4924 Wyaconda Road:geo:-77.0985556,39.0437972 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20251003T234607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T132902Z UID:10005141-1762102800-1762106400@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:KindSoup for Students - Make Autumn Carrot and Sweet Potato Soup to Share With Others DESCRIPTION:Join us online for KindSoup for Students as we make a Autumn Carrot and Sweet Potato Soup (based on this recipe from Once Upon a Chef). After completing your soup\, and sharing some with your family\, freeze and label the rest for donation\, then drop off at one of our participating food assistance providers. \nStudents can earn 1 Student Service Learning Hour for every 2 quarts of frozen soup made with the group and delivered to others.  There is a maximum of 8 quarts that can qualify for any given day (4 hours). Most recipes render at least 6 quarts of soup\, 3 SSL hours.  \nIn order to receive SSL Hours \n\n take a picture during preparation and at delivery\nreport on where you shared your KindSoup \nComplete this SSL Form  \n\nConnect to Zoom event \n\n\nAutumn Carrot and Sweet Potato Soup\n\n\n\n\n12 tablespoons unsalted butter\n6 medium yellow onions\, chopped\n2 tablespoon fresh ginger grinded\n3 lbs carrots\, peeled and chopped into 1-inch (2.5-cm) pieces\n4½ pounds sweet potatoes\, peeled and chopped into 1-inch (2.5-cm) pieces\n6 quarts chicken broth\n4 teaspoons salt\n1 tart yet sweet apple\, such as Honeycrisp or Fuji\, peeled and chopped\nFreshly ground black pepper\n\nSoup Instructions\n\n\n\nChop all the vegetables and get them ready before the session starts. This is the most time consuming part of the recipe.\nIn a large pot\, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions and cook\, stirring frequently\, until soft and translucent\, about 10 minutes. Do not brown. Add the ginger and cook a minute more.\nAdd the carrots\, sweet potatoes\, chicken broth and salt and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer over low heat until vegetables are very tender\, about 25 minutes.\nStir in the apples. Using a stick blender\, puree the soup until smooth and creamy. (Alternatively\, cool the soup slightly\, then puree in a blender in batches. Season to taste with more salt and pepper if necessary.\n\n(Note: As the soup sits\, it will thicken up so you may need to add a bit of water to thin it out.) \n\n\n\nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the the quality of our KindSoup program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for our KindSoup donations! \nSTUDENTS:  \nPrior to our Sunday\, November 2nd cooking session:  \n\nConfirm your participation by signing up at the bottom of this page\nGather your ingredients\nMake sure that you have either a Soup Pot large enough to hold all of this soup\, or two smaller ones that will together hold it all\nHave 6 quart sized plastic soup containers with tight fitting lids (ask your neighbors if you could have theirs rather than them recycling them – they will be thrilled)\n\nHave all of your ingredients and cooking tools out and ready for when you sign on to our zoom at 5pm. (long hair should be tied back\, and everyone should start with freshly washed hands and gloves if you have them) You can start peeling and chopping your veggies while you wait for us to begin. \nEveryone’s first name should identify them on our zoom screen please. \nSee you soon!!\nHow to Donate Your KindSoup\nSeal containers with a tight lid and freeze. Label each container with: date prepared\, your first name and last initial\, “Autumn Carrot and Sweet Potato Soup” and any relevant food allergy info (which we will discuss on the call).  As soon as is convenient\, drop containers of frozen soup off at one of the following participating food assistance providers\, and can give one quart away also to a person or family that is in your heart and/or going through a difficult time.  You will report all KindSoups that you shared – with to the food assistance organization\, or to those people whom you know. \n\n5171 Manning Place NW (in the Palisades neighborhood in DC). \nRainbow Community Development Center 12120 Tech Road\, Silver Spring (this takes you to the rear parking lot and loading dock – there is usually a large RAINBOW truck parked here): Drop-off Monday-Friday 9am-2pm. NOTE: If you go during Rainbow’s food distributions on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9am-noon\, you may see a long line of cars – you can drive past the cars to drop off your KindSoup. If you go at other times and the garage or back door is not open\, call or text Anna on her personal cell at 301-852-4184 (if she doesn’t answer\, leave a message and she should get back within a few minutes\, or try calling the Rainbow Pantry cellphone: 240-639-2293).   \nSo What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 240-705-4345. (Look for the Dogtopia. Drive straight past Doptopia to get to our parking lot. The entrance will be on the right hand side as you pull into the parking lot. After you park\, walk up to the glass door at the bottom of the black ramp\, ring the doorbell\, let the team know you’ve arrived to drop off KindSoups): Drop-off Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturdays 7am-12pm.\nUpcounty Consolidation Hub 12900 Middlebrook Rd.\, Germantown (supporting 1\,000 families with food and other supports). Drop off Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, or Fridays 8 am-4:30 pm.\nEmbry Rucker Shelter 11975 Bowman Towne Drive\, Reston\, 703-437-1975. Leave donations on the table around the back. Drop off anytime!\n\nHere are some options for donating outside the DC area: \n\nNYC Community Fridges located throughout New York City.\nBread and Roses 58 Newbury St.\, Lawrence\, Mass.\, 978-681-8768. Drop off  Mondays-Thursdays\, 10 am-4 pm.\nThe Bristol Lodge 27 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, Mass.\, 781-893-0108. Drop off  Mondays-Fridays\, 9am-6pm.\nCommunity Refrigerators located in Los Angeles\n\nSee you in the KindSoup kitchen! \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n\nOnline KindSoup for Students URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/kindsoup-for-students-make-autumn-carrot-and-sweet-potato-soup-to-share-with-others/ LOCATION:Virtual Gathering\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Food Assistance,KindSoup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Autumn-Carrot-and-Sweet-Potato-Soup-e1759454961646.png GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20251009T013924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T013924Z UID:10005146-1762189200-1762192800@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Make Basil Zucchini Soup to Share With Others DESCRIPTION:Join us online to make a Basil Zucchini Soup (based on this recipe from Love and Lemons). After completing your soup\, freeze and label it for donation\, then drop off at one of our participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or anyplace that you prefer\, when convenient. Finally\, report on where you shared your KindSoup and spread the word: Post a picture or two of you and your soups on social media with #DoKindWorks and tag us @DoKindWorks. \nConnect to Zoom event \n\n\nBasil Zucchini Soup\n\n\n\nIngredients\n\n2 2/3 cups sliced leeks (the tender white and light green parts only)\n1 to 2 Tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil\, for drizzling\n4 garlic cloves\, chopped\n8 small zucchini\, chopped + a few strands of spiralized or julienned zucchini for garnish\n1 cup hemp seeds (can replace with Flax or Chia seeds)\njuice of 2 lemons\, more to taste\n2 Tablespoons miso paste\n4 cups water\, more as needed for consistency\n2 cups packed fresh basil\nsea salt and freshly ground black pepper\n\ngarlic croutons:\n\n8 cups cubed sourdough bread\n2 garlic cloves\, minced\nExtra-virgin olive oil\, for drizzling\n\nInstructions\n\n\nSlice the white and light green parts of the leek into rings. Rinse well\, drain\, and let dry.\nHeat olive oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Add the leeks and 1/4 teaspoon salt and cook until very soft\, 5 to 8 minutes. Taste one\, the leeks should be a bit translucent and should not have a bitter taste. Stir in the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Remove from the heat.\nIn a blender\, combine the leek mixture with the zucchini\, hemp seeds\, lemon juice\, miso\, water and a few grinds of pepper and blend until smooth. Add the basil and blend again. Taste and adjust seasonings\, adding more lemon for brightness and salt to taste. Add more water if you prefer a thinner consistency.\n\nMake the garlic croutons: \n\nPreheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. On the baking sheet\, toss the croutons with the garlic and a drizzle of olive oil. Bake until crisp\, about 8 minutes.\nServe the soup at room temperature\, or lightly chilled\, with the garlic croutons and a drizzle of olive oil.\n\n\n\n \nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the the quality of our KindSoup program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for our KindSoup donations! \nHow to Donate Your KindSoup\nSeal containers with a tight lid and freeze. Label each container with: date prepared\, your first name and last initial\, “Basil Zucchini Soup” and any relevant food allergy info. When convenient\, drop containers of frozen soup off at one of the following participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or a place that you prefer. \n\n5171 Manning Place NW (in the Palisades neighborhood in DC). \nRainbow Community Development Center 12120 Tech Road\, Silver Spring (this takes you to the rear parking lot and loading dock – there is usually a large RAINBOW truck parked here): Drop-off Monday-Friday 9am-2pm. NOTE: If you go during Rainbow’s food distributions on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9am-noon\, you may see a long line of cars – you can drive past the cars to drop off your KindSoup. If you go at other times and the garage or back door is not open\, call or text Anna on her personal cell at 301-852-4184 (if she doesn’t answer\, leave a message and she should get back within a few minutes\, or try calling the Rainbow Pantry cellphone: 240-639-2293).   \nSo What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 240-705-4345. (Look for the Dogtopia. Drive straight past Doptopia to get to our parking lot. The entrance will be on the right hand side as you pull into the parking lot. After you park\, walk up to the glass door at the bottom of the black ramp\, ring the doorbell\, let the team know you’ve arrived to drop off KindSoups): Drop-off Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturdays 7am-12pm.\nUpcounty Consolidation Hub 12900 Middlebrook Rd.\, Germantown (supporting 1\,000 families with food and other supports). Drop off Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, or Fridays 8 am-4:30 pm.\nEmbry Rucker Shelter 11975 Bowman Towne Drive\, Reston\, 703-437-1975. Leave donations on the table around the back. Drop off anytime!\n\nHere are some options for donating outside the DC area: \n\nNYC Community Fridges located throughout New York City.\nBread and Roses 58 Newbury St.\, Lawrence\, Mass.\, 978-681-8768. Drop off  Mondays-Thursdays\, 10 am-4 pm.\nThe Bristol Lodge 27 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, Mass.\, 781-893-0108. Drop off  Mondays-Fridays\, 9am-6pm.\nCommunity Refrigerators located in Los Angeles\n\nSee you in the KindSoup kitchen! \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n  URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/make-basil-zucchini-soup-to-share-with-others/ LOCATION:Virtual Gathering\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Food Assistance,KindSoup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_2016_12_07_09063-e1748450360234-705x397-1.webp GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T120000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20250205T174417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T221335Z UID:10004987-1762596000-1762603200@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Clean Up Along Wisteria Drive DESCRIPTION:Join forces with other volunteers to clean up Wisteria Drive in Germantown\, one of the area roads KindWorks has “adopted.” We will be picking up litter and recyclables along Wisteria between Germantown Road and Great Seneca Highway.  \n \nSo grab a friend or two and join us to have fun and enjoy the fresh air while helping the environment! We meet in the parking lot in front of the Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union and set out from there. Kindly note that gloves and trash pickers will be available on a limited first come first serve basis\, so please bring your own if you have any.\n \nStudent Service Learning\nStudents can earn SSL hours for participation. \nSafety Reminder\nAs with all KindWorks projects\, when you register you do so with the understanding that volunteering may involve physical activity\, the handling of sharp objects and cooking apparatus\, the lifting of heavy objects\, contact with unidentified and unfamiliar persons\, and will require the exercise of reasonable care to avoid injury and/or damage\, and agree to assume any and all risks of personal injury or property damage. \n  \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n  \n\nGermantown Cleanup URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/clean-up-along-wisteria-drive-15/ LOCATION:Parking Lot at Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union\, 12820 Wisteria Drive\, Germantown\, MD\, United States CATEGORIES:Adopt-a-Road,Environment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/cleanup-near-school-16x9-1.jpg GEO:39.1763545;-77.2699237 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Parking Lot at Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union 12820 Wisteria Drive Germantown MD United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=12820 Wisteria Drive:geo:-77.2699237,39.1763545 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251109T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20251106T160316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T160530Z UID:10005157-1762704000-1762707600@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Har Shalom KindSoup - Chickpea Stew with Orzo and Greens to Share With Others DESCRIPTION:Join KindChef Marj Klein to make a Chickpea Stew with Orzo and Greens for Har Shalom’s Sunday KindSoup. All are welcome – whether Har Shalom congregants or not! \nAfter completing your soup\, freeze and label it for donation\, then drop off at one of our participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or anyplace that you prefer\, when convenient. Finally\, report on where you shared your KindSoup and spread the word: Post a picture or two of you and your soups on social media with #DoKindWorks and tag us @DoKindWorks.  \nContact Marj to Participate \n\n\nChickpea Stew with Orzo and Greens\n\n\n\nIngredients\n\nextra-virgin olive oil\n6 medium carrots\, peeled and chopped\n2 small fennel bulbs or 6 celery stalks\, chopped\n3 medium onions\, chopped\n2 garlic cloves\, minced\nPinch of red-pepper flakes\n1-1/2 Tbsps minced fresh rosemary (optional)\n5 cups vegetable broth (or water)\n3 15-oz cans chickpeas\, rinsed and drained\n2 15-oz cans diced tomatoes\, undrained\n1-1/2 cups orzo (NOTE: Cook separately and add to containers when soup is cool.)\n2 quarts loosely packed baby mustard greens\, kale\, or spinach (about 12 ozs)\nSalt and black pepper\nChopped scallions\, for garnish (optional)\nGrated Parmigiano-Reggiano for garnish (optional)\n\nInstructions\n\n\nHeat oil on medium-high. Add carrots\, fennel or celery\, and onion. Cook until tender\, 5-7 mins.\nAdd garlic\, red-pepper flakes\, and rosemary. Cook 2 mins.\nAdd broth plus 2 cups water. Bring to a boil.\nAdd chickpeas\, tomatoes\, and orzo (see note above). Reduce heat\, cover\, and simmer 10 mins. Uncover and stir in the greens. Simmer 2 mins.\nAdd water if you want the mixture to be more soup-like. Season with salt and pepper. Optional: top with chopped scallions\, grated cheese\, and a drizzle of olive oil.\n\n\n\nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the the quality of our KindSoup program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for our KindSoup donations! \nHow to Donate Your KindSoup\nSeal containers with a tight lid and freeze. Label each container with: date prepared\, your first name and last initial\, “Chickpea Stew with Orzo and Greens” and any relevant food allergy info.  When convenient\, drop containers of frozen soup off at one of the following participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or a place that you prefer. \n\n5171 Manning Place NW (in the Palisades neighborhood in DC). \nRainbow Community Development Center 12120 Tech Road\, Silver Spring (this takes you to the rear parking lot and loading dock – there is usually a large RAINBOW truck parked here): Drop-off Monday-Friday 9am-2pm. NOTE: If you go during Rainbow’s food distributions on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9am-noon\, you may see a long line of cars – you can drive past the cars to drop off your KindSoup. If you go at other times and the garage or back door is not open\, call or text Anna on her personal cell at 301-852-4184 (if she doesn’t answer\, leave a message and she should get back within a few minutes\, or try calling the Rainbow Pantry cellphone: 240-639-2293).   \nSo What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 240-705-4345. (Look for the Dogtopia. Drive straight past Doptopia to get to our parking lot. The entrance will be on the right hand side as you pull into the parking lot. After you park\, walk up to the glass door at the bottom of the black ramp\, ring the doorbell\, let the team know you’ve arrived to drop off KindSoups): Drop-off Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturdays 7am-12pm.\nUpcounty Consolidation Hub 12900 Middlebrook Rd.\, Germantown (supporting 1\,000 families with food and other supports). Drop off Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, or Fridays 8 am-4:30 pm.\nEmbry Rucker Shelter 11975 Bowman Towne Drive\, Reston\, 703-437-1975. Leave donations on the table around the back. Drop off anytime!\n\nHere are some options for donating outside the DC area: \n\nNYC Community Fridges located throughout New York City. \nBread and Roses 58 Newbury St.\, Lawrence\, Mass.\, 978-681-8768. Drop off  Mondays-Thursdays\, 10 am-4 pm.\nThe Bristol Lodge 27 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, Mass.\, 781-893-0108. Drop off  Mondays-Fridays\, 9am-6pm.\nCommunity Refrigerators located in Los Angeles\n\nSee you in the KindSoup kitchen! \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n  URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/har-shalom-kindsoup-chickpea-stew-with-orzo-and-greens-to-share-with-others/ LOCATION:Virtual Gathering\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Food Assistance,KindSoup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Chickpea-Stew-with-Orzo-and-Greens-e1762444806661.jpg GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20251009T015349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251108T162509Z UID:10005147-1762794000-1762797600@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:Make Black Bean Pumpkin Soup to Share With Others DESCRIPTION:Join KindChef Carol to make a Black Bean Pumpkin Soup. After completing your soup\, freeze and label it for donation\, then drop off at one of our participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or anyplace that you prefer\, when convenient. Finally\, report on where you shared your KindSoup and spread the word: Post a picture or two of you and your soups on social media with #DoKindWorks and tag us @DoKindWorks. \nConnect to Zoom event \n\n\nBlack Bean Pumpkin Soup\n\n\n\nIngredients\n\n6 15 1/2 ounce cans black beans (about 9 cups)\, rinsed and drained\n2 cups drained canned tomatoes\, chopped\n2 1/2 cups chopped onion\n1 cup minced shallot\n1 head garlic\, minced\n3 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon ground cumin\n2 teaspoons salt\n1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper\n1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter (or plant-based)\n8 cups beef broth (or vegetable broth)*\n2 16-ounce cans pumpkin pureé (about 3 cups)\n1 pound cooked smoked turkey meat\, cut into 1/8-inch dice (optional)\n6 to 8 tablespoons Sherry or apple cider vinegar\, to taste\n\nGarnish: \n\nsour cream and coarsely chopped lightly toasted pumpkin seeds\n\nInstructions\n\n\nIn a food processor coarsely pureé beans and tomatoes.In a large heavy kettle cook onion\, shallot\, garlic\, cumin\, salt\, and pepper in butter over moderate heat\, stirring\, until onion is softened and beginning to brown. Stir in bean pureé. Stir in broth\, pumpkin\, and apple cider vinegar until combined and simmer\, uncovered\, stirring occasionally\, 25 minutes\, or until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.\nJust before serving\, add smoked turkey meat and vinegar and simmer soup\, stirring\, until heated through. Season soup with salt and pepper.\nServe soup garnished with sour cream and toasted pumpkin seeds.\n\n\n\nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the the quality of our KindSoup program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for our KindSoup donations! \nHow to Donate Your KindSoup\nSeal containers with a tight lid and freeze. Label each container with: date prepared\, your first name and last initial\, “Black Bean Pumpkin Soup” and any relevant food allergy info. When convenient\, drop containers of frozen soup off at one of the following participating food assistance providers\, with a person or family that is in your heart\, or a place that you prefer. \n\n5171 Manning Place NW (in the Palisades neighborhood in DC). \nRainbow Community Development Center 12120 Tech Road\, Silver Spring (this takes you to the rear parking lot and loading dock – there is usually a large RAINBOW truck parked here): Drop-off Monday-Friday 9am-2pm. NOTE: If you go during Rainbow’s food distributions on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9am-noon\, you may see a long line of cars – you can drive past the cars to drop off your KindSoup. If you go at other times and the garage or back door is not open\, call or text Anna on her personal cell at 301-852-4184 (if she doesn’t answer\, leave a message and she should get back within a few minutes\, or try calling the Rainbow Pantry cellphone: 240-639-2293).   \nSo What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 240-705-4345. (Look for the Dogtopia. Drive straight past Doptopia to get to our parking lot. The entrance will be on the right hand side as you pull into the parking lot. After you park\, walk up to the glass door at the bottom of the black ramp\, ring the doorbell\, let the team know you’ve arrived to drop off KindSoups): Drop-off Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturdays 7am-12pm.\nUpcounty Consolidation Hub 12900 Middlebrook Rd.\, Germantown (supporting 1\,000 families with food and other supports). Drop off Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, or Fridays 8 am-4:30 pm.\nEmbry Rucker Shelter 11975 Bowman Towne Drive\, Reston\, 703-437-1975. Leave donations on the table around the back. Drop off anytime!\n\nHere are some options for donating outside the DC area: \n\nNYC Community Fridges located throughout New York City.\nBread and Roses 58 Newbury St.\, Lawrence\, Mass.\, 978-681-8768. Drop off  Mondays-Thursdays\, 10 am-4 pm.\nThe Bristol Lodge 27 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, Mass.\, 781-893-0108. Drop off  Mondays-Fridays\, 9am-6pm.\nCommunity Refrigerators located in Los Angeles\n\nSee you in the KindSoup kitchen! \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n  URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/make-black-bean-pumpkin-soup-to-share-with-others/ LOCATION:Virtual Gathering\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Food Assistance,KindSoup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Pumpkin-Black-Bean-Soup-e1727201489898.jpg GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251116T180000 DTSTAMP:20260425T073104 CREATED:20251006T163809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T164537Z UID:10005145-1763312400-1763316000@dokindworks.org SUMMARY:KindSoup for Students - Make Lasagna/Shell Soup to Share With Others DESCRIPTION:Join us online for KindSoup for Students as we make a Lasagna/Shell Soup (based on this recipe from Jamie Cooks it Up). After completing your soup\, and sharing some with your family\, freeze and label the rest for donation\, then drop off at one of our participating food assistance providers. \nStudents can earn 1 Student Service Learning Hour for every 2 quarts of frozen soup made with the group and delivered to others.  There is a maximum of 8 quarts that can qualify for any given day (4 hours). Most recipes render at least 6 quarts of soup\, 3 SSL hours.  \nIn order to receive SSL Hours \n\n take a picture during preparation and at delivery\nreport on where you shared your KindSoup \nComplete this SSL Form  \n\nConnect to Zoom event \n\n\nLasagna/Shell Soup\n\n\n\n\n4 cloves garlic\, minced\n1 pound sausage (optional)\n6 Cups hot water\n2 Tb beef bouillon granules\n4 (14.5 ounce) cans diced Italian tomatoes\n2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce\n1 tsp thyme\n3 Tb brown sugar\n1 Tb Italian seasoning\n3/4 tsp salt\n1/4 tsp pepper\n3/4 tsp garlic salt\n1 tsp fennel\n1 1/2 Cups parmesan cheese\, grated\n2 (16 ounce) packages medium shell pasta OR lasagna\n2 Cups mozzarella cheese\, grated\n\nSoup Instructions\n\n\n\nInto a large soup pot place the garlic and sausage. Use a spatula to break up the sausage and cook on medium high heat until the sausage is no longer pink. Drain the fat.\nAdd all other ingredients\, except for the parmesan cheese\, mozzarella cheese and pasta shells. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and let it cook for 30 minutes\, stirring occasionally.\nCook the pasta in a separate pot\, according to package instructions. When your pasta has cooked pour it into a strainer in your sink and run cold water over it.\nWhen the soup has simmered for the 30 minutes\, add 1 1/2 C parmesan cheese and give it a nice stir. Remove the pan from the heat. The soup should be hot enough to melt the cheese quickly.\nAt this point (if I’m taking the soup to a party of some kind) I transfer it to a large 7 quart crock pot (without the pasta) and turn the setting to warm.\nJust before serving add the pasta. If you add it too soon it will get a bit soggy and soak up a lot of the broth.\nScoop the soup into individual serving bowls and sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.\n\n\n\n\nHealth and Safety Information\nIn order to protect the the quality of our KindSoup program\, we ask that volunteers conscientiously observe the following guidelines: \n\nStart with clean hands and wash again frequently as needed throughout the cooking process.\nStart with clean kitchen surfaces and utensils (antibacterial wipes do a great job).\nKeep longer hair tied back.\nFollow other common sense procedures\, such as never returning a tasting spoon to the pot!\n\nThank you for maintaining a high cleanliness standard for our KindSoup donations! \nSTUDENTS:  \nPrior to our Sunday\, November 16th cooking session:  \n\nConfirm your participation by signing up at the bottom of this page\nGather your ingredients\nMake sure that you have either a Soup Pot large enough to hold all of this soup\, or two smaller ones that will together hold it all\nHave 6 quart sized plastic soup containers with tight fitting lids (ask your neighbors if you could have theirs rather than them recycling them – they will be thrilled)\n\nHave all of your ingredients and cooking tools out and ready for when you sign on to our zoom at 5pm. (long hair should be tied back\, and everyone should start with freshly washed hands and gloves if you have them) You can start peeling and chopping your veggies while you wait for us to begin. \nEveryone’s first name should identify them on our zoom screen please. \nSee you soon!!\nHow to Donate Your KindSoup\nSeal containers with a tight lid and freeze. Label each container with: date prepared\, your first name and last initial\, “Lasagna/Shell Soup” and any relevant food allergy info (which we will discuss on the call).  As soon as is convenient\, drop containers of frozen soup off at one of the following participating food assistance providers\, and can give one quart away also to a person or family that is in your heart and/or going through a difficult time.  You will report all KindSoups that you shared – with to the food assistance organization\, or to those people whom you know. \n\n5171 Manning Place NW (in the Palisades neighborhood in DC). \nRainbow Community Development Center 12120 Tech Road\, Silver Spring (this takes you to the rear parking lot and loading dock – there is usually a large RAINBOW truck parked here): Drop-off Monday-Friday 9am-2pm. NOTE: If you go during Rainbow’s food distributions on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 9am-noon\, you may see a long line of cars – you can drive past the cars to drop off your KindSoup. If you go at other times and the garage or back door is not open\, call or text Anna on her personal cell at 301-852-4184 (if she doesn’t answer\, leave a message and she should get back within a few minutes\, or try calling the Rainbow Pantry cellphone: 240-639-2293).   \nSo What Else 4924 Wyaconda Road\, Rockville\, 240-705-4345. (Look for the Dogtopia. Drive straight past Doptopia to get to our parking lot. The entrance will be on the right hand side as you pull into the parking lot. After you park\, walk up to the glass door at the bottom of the black ramp\, ring the doorbell\, let the team know you’ve arrived to drop off KindSoups): Drop-off Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm and Saturdays 7am-12pm.\nUpcounty Consolidation Hub 12900 Middlebrook Rd.\, Germantown (supporting 1\,000 families with food and other supports). Drop off Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, or Fridays 8 am-4:30 pm.\nEmbry Rucker Shelter 11975 Bowman Towne Drive\, Reston\, 703-437-1975. Leave donations on the table around the back. Drop off anytime!\n\nHere are some options for donating outside the DC area: \n\nNYC Community Fridges located throughout New York City.\nBread and Roses 58 Newbury St.\, Lawrence\, Mass.\, 978-681-8768. Drop off  Mondays-Thursdays\, 10 am-4 pm.\nThe Bristol Lodge 27 Lexington St.\, Waltham\, Mass.\, 781-893-0108. Drop off  Mondays-Fridays\, 9am-6pm.\nCommunity Refrigerators located in Los Angeles\n\nSee you in the KindSoup kitchen! \nLearn more about this KindWorks program \n\nOnline KindSoup for Students URL:https://dokindworks.org/project/kindsoup-for-students-make-lasagna-shell-soup-to-share-with-others/ LOCATION:Virtual Gathering\, United States CATEGORIES:Cooking,Food Assistance,KindSoup ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dokindworks.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/lasagna-soup-for-a-crowd-e1759768629395.jpg GEO:37.09024;-95.712891 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR