Community Service Day is one of Folsom’s most anticipated and impactful annual events—and this year, residents, local businesses, and organizations are being invited to help chart its course.
Organizers will host a Community Service Day Brainstorming Meeting on Wednesday, May 14 at 5:30 p.m. at the Folsom Community Center, located at 52 Natoma Street. The meeting is open to everyone who wants to be a part of making Folsom a better place to live, work, and serve.
This open forum is a chance for the community to come together and share ideas that could turn into meaningful volunteer projects during the 12th annual Community Service Day, scheduled for Saturday, September 20. Participants are encouraged to suggest projects that support neighborhoods, beautify public spaces, assist seniors, help local nonprofits, or address other community needs.
If you’re unable to attend the brainstorming session, you can still take part by submitting a project idea online at www.folsom.ca.us/communityserviceday. For more information about the meeting, contact Tom Hellmann at 916-461-6617 or email thellmann@folsom.ca.us.
Folsom’s Community Service Day, organized by the City of Folsom in partnership with local businesses, nonprofit groups, and civic leaders, has grown into the city’s largest day of volunteerism. Since its launch in 2014, more than 23,150 volunteers have participated, completing over 1,050 projects. These range from school campus improvements and trail restorations to facility upgrades at the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary, Folsom Public Library, and dozens of community-based organizations.
The event also includes a citywide donation drive that has collected more than 645,000 pounds of food for Twin Lakes Food Bank. Volunteers have packed thousands of care packages for active-duty military members and gathered essential items for nonprofits—everything from bicycles and eyeglasses to pet supplies and holiday gifts.
Community Service Day is more than just a day of work—it’s a demonstration of civic pride, unity, and generosity. Often described as a modern-day “community barn-raising,” it inspires residents of all ages to get involved and give back.
In addition to the brainstorming session, organizers are currently accepting formal project proposals for this year’s event. Several submission deadlines apply:
Folsom Cordova Unified School District Projects: Any projects taking place on school campuses must be submitted by Friday, May 16. This deadline gives school staff time to prepare and coordinate before summer break begins.
General Community Service Day Projects: All other standard project proposals must be submitted by Thursday, June 27 to allow for proper planning and resource coordination.
Neighbors Helping Seniors: This special initiative is dedicated to providing exterior home improvements and other assistance for Folsom’s senior residents. If you or someone you know could benefit from a helping hand, project proposals for this program are due by Thursday, August 8.
To submit your project proposal, click HERE. For more information about Folsom Community Service Day, visit www.folsom.ca.us/communityserviceday.
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