Volunteer in Maple Grove for the Holidays

Volunteering in Maple Grove is a great way to give back to others and spread holiday cheer and warmth in your community.

Donating your time or giving a special holiday gift to a family or child in need can make a big impact.

There are lots of ways to help make the holidays truly special for those who are less fortunate. You can pack a shoebox for Operation Christmas Child, adopt a family through The Salvation Army or donate to Toys for Tots.

Whether you're looking to volunteer during the holiday season or anytime of year, here are a few places you can help the community:

• CROSS Foodshelf

• Maple Grove Hospital 

• Osseo School District Schools

• Goodwill

• The city of Maple Grove has a full list of volunteer opportunities throughout the community. Just check the website here for details.

Perhaps your heart this holiday season is with the Newtown, CT after the school shooting Friday, Dec. 14. Newtown Patch offers a few options in their article "How to Help Families Affected by the Newtown School Shooting."

How will you be giving back? Share it in comments.