Mitzvah Day is back at JW3! Join us to make a difference as part of the UK's largest day of faith-based social action.
From volunteering with the JW3 Foodbank, swapping books with PJ Library, cooking with Project ImpACT or enjoying a mitzvah-themed kids' Crafternoon, there are a ton of activities on offer for all ages and interests.
And for the first time ever, we are turning JW3 into a massive donation hub for organisations including Shelter, the Bike Project, Sebby's Corner, Screen Share, and of course, our very own Foodbank.
Mobilise your community or school to organise a big collection in advance or drop in throughout the day with individual donations of old phones and laptops, clothes, food, toiletries, and more.
For more info on each activity and ways to get involved, check out the What's On section below or email georgie@jw3.org.uk.
Some sessions require booking - please check session descriptions below.
What's On @ JW3 Mitzvah Day■
Donation Hub (10:30-14:30)
We’re collecting a ton of donations to go to some amazing partner organizations across the community. If you’re on your way to volunteer and have some cupboards that need cleaning out, or want to take part but don’t have too much spare time, come and drop off your items and hear more about our amazing partner organisations. If you want to organize a larger donation drive in your community, contact georgie@jw3.org.uk
What can you donate?
- JW3 Food Bank – pasta, rice, lentils, tinned beans, tinned fish, tinned soup, plastic bags and Tupperware
- The Bike Project – unwanted bikes (Don’t worry if your bike has seen better days – The Bike Project can repair and rejuvenate it). Pre-registering your bike is essential via this link
- Shelter – clothes or shoes that are still in good condition
- Screen Share – laptops that switch on, have a built-in camera, and are no more than 8 years old
- Sebby’s Corner – formula (sealed, brand new and in date. No prescription formula), nappies, toiletries (sealed & brand new), sanitary products (sealed & brand new), laundry powder, fabric softener
No need to book - just turn up!
PJ Library Book Swap and Reading Zone (10.30-13.30)
Explore new stories whilst swapping out your old ones with PJ library. Bring us your old or gently used children's books and swap them for a pre-loved book to take home with you! All you need to do is drop in to the JW3 lounge with your old books and speak to one of the PJ Library team to pick a ‘new’ one from the display table . All the surplus books at the end of the afternoon will be donated to The Children's Book Project.
No need to book - just turn up!
Volunteer at JW3 Foodbank (10.30-12.00 / 12.00-13.30)
The JW3 Foodbank provides over 100 households every week with much needed help, and this Mitzvah Day we need your support! Join us to help us sort through our donations, check our stock, and make sure our food supplies are ready to go straight to people’s doors.
Session 1 (10.30-12.00): BOOK HERE
Session 2 (12.00-13.30): BOOK HERE
Young JW3 Cooking (10.30-13.00)
Whether you’re a Master Chef or more of a Kitchen Nightmare, we’re looking for volunteers to help rescue discarded food from local supermarkets and turn it into a delicious, hot, and nutritious meals for local families who need it the most.
Click HERE to book.
Jewish Volunteering Network (10:30-14:00)
Want to keep the magic of volunteering going all year round? Pop in to chat to the Jewish Volunteering Network team to find out more about volunteering at JW3 and beyond!
No need to book - just turn up!
Phone a Foodbank Friend (13.00-15.00)
If you're a people person looking to make a huge difference, come along and help us make the JW3 Foodbank the best it can be. We're looking for volunteers to help phone our Foodbank recipients to check in on the provision they're getting, and listen to how we can improve it. Full training will be provided on the day. You'll also have a hot vegetarian lunch cooked for you by some fabulous volunteers to keep you fuelled!
Click HERE to book.
Crafternoon (14:00-16:00)
Drop in anytime between 2-4pm and join JW3's Family Programmer Chloe for an afternoon of Mitzvah Day and social action-themed crafts. This is an activity for families to undertake together, suitable for children aged 3-8.
Click HERE to book.
Project ImpACT (16:00-18:00)
It's time to make an ImpACT! Join us for the launch of Project ImpACT’s Youth Community Kitchen, entering its 5th year. For teens in Years 9-12, join your friends and give your time and skills to those in need of food. Support local food banks and homeless shelters. DofE accredited.
Limited spaces – please register in advance by emailing info@projectimpact.org.uk
