Community Support Systems' (CSS) mission is to help low- and moderate-income families and senior citizens access



services, advocate for needed services, and establish approaches and programs that improve quality of life and

independence in southern Prince George's and northern Charles County communities.

Our Mission
Our Core Beliefs
Volunteers working together to help meet our community's needs for food, shelter, and other safety-net services.
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CSS Programs and Services
BADEN FOOD PANTRY

Offering weekly/monthly distribution of food and emergency food supplies in locations: St. Paul's Episcopal Church Hall
13500 Baden-Westwood Rd. Brandywine, MD 20613
Tuesdays & Fridays, 9:30-11:00 AM


MISSION NUTRITION

Brandywine Gwynn Park High School, 13800 Brandywine Rd. Brandywine, MD 20613
Inside the cafeteria 3rd Tuesday of the month,
4:00-6:00 PM

SHARED SENIOR LIVING HOME

Comfortable, low-cost housing in Brandywine for seniors who function independently in the areas of personal hygiene, shopping, cooking, and eating. Rent is assessed on a sliding scale according to income.

ADVOCACY

Resources, information, assistance, and referrals for federal, state, and local social services. Help applying for benefits such as SNAP, Maryland Energy Assistance, Renter's Tax Rebate, and similar programs.
Ways to Partner with CSS
Become a CSS Community Partner Community Support Services (CSS) welcomes partnerships with businesses, churches, schools, nonprofits, civic groups, and community leaders who want to make a positive impact. Ways to Partner Sponsor a program or event Make a financial contribution Donate supplies, food, toys, or school items Support employee volunteer opportunities Provide in-kind services or event support Benefits Support local children and families Demonstrate community commitment Gain recognition for your support Build stronger community connections Get Started Contact CSS to learn how your organization can partner with us to make a difference in our community.
Ways To Volunteer CSS offers a variety of volunteer opportunities for individuals, groups, and students, including: Assisting in the Food Pantry with sorting, stocking, and distributing food Helping with Food Pick-Up and Delivery efforts Supporting the Back-to-School Drive Assisting with the Adopt an Angel holiday program Packing and distributing Holiday Baskets Helping at Flea Market fundraising events Supporting community outreach and special events Providing administrative and office support Assisting with event setup, registration, and cleanup Volunteer opportunities are available throughout the year, and service-learning hours are available for eligible high school students. Contact us by phone or text to learn more and receive a volunteer application.



CSS Annual Events

📚 Back-to-School Drive (August–September Annually) The Back-to-School Drive provides area students with essential school supplies to help them begin the school year prepared and ready to succeed. Through community donations and partnerships, CSS helps ensure that students have the tools they need for academic success. 🎄 Adopt an Angel (November–December Annually) The Adopt an Angel Program helps bring the magic of Christmas to children ages 13 and under. Community members, businesses, and organizations can sponsor children by providing holiday gifts and helping make the season brighter for families in need. 🛍️ CSS Flea Market (April–May Annually) CSS hosts biannual flea markets in the spring and fall as part of its ongoing fundraising efforts. These events offer affordable shopping opportunities for the community while generating critical support for CSS programs and services. 🦃🎁 Holiday Baskets (November–December Annually) In partnership with local churches and community organizations, CSS provides Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday baskets to families in need. These baskets help ensure that families can celebrate the holiday season with dignity and joy. 🌟 Volunteer Appreciation Event (September Annually) Volunteers are the lifeblood of CSS. Each year, we honor and celebrate their commitment, dedication, and invaluable contributions through a special Volunteer Appreciation Event, recognizing the impact they make throughout our community.

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