Greenwell Foundation

Greenwell Foundation Greenwell Foundation is a nonprofit organization located inside Greenwell State Park in Hollywood, MD. https://linktr.ee/greenwellfoundation

We provide outdoor program opportunities for people with and without disabilities. FB/IG https://linktr.ee/greenwellfoundation

What better way to celebrate Earth Day than with College of Southern Maryland 's Day of Service and a Therapeutic Recrea...
04/22/2025

What better way to celebrate Earth Day than with College of Southern Maryland 's Day of Service and a Therapeutic Recreational Mini Retreat! 🌎💚🐴

Our fantastic CSM volunteers picked up trash along the river trail and helped us transfer some of the last remaining hay out of the trailer and into the loft. Thank you for all that you did for our foundation, park, and community!

Then it was Greenwell Foundation's turn to give back to our volunteers with a Therapeutic Recreational Mini Retreat. The group connected with the land and animals they helped care for with a short spring hike, plenty of horse connection time, and even a yoga session with My Happy Yoga Place and a special guest, Marvolo the barn cat!

We want to give a special thank you to our Hometown Hero Sponsor, Bayside Chevrolet for making this mini retreat happen!

The International Association of Machinist and Aerospace Workers, AFL-CIO (IAMAW) Local Lodge 4 kicked off National Volu...
04/22/2025

The International Association of Machinist and Aerospace Workers, AFL-CIO (IAMAW) Local Lodge 4 kicked off National Volunteer Week a little early with a clean up on Saturday of the Knott Lodge backyard. 🌿

The group primarily work at NAS Patuxent River, William W. Winpisinger Education Technology Center and Charlotte Hall Veterans Home.

Thank you to our Board Member, Mark Duvall, for helping organize the effort and everyone who came this weekend. We are so grateful for all of the work you did and we are so happy with the transformation! We know the summer campers will enjoy all of the new space to play, tie dye, and make smores this summer.

Thank you! 🌟

April is the Month of the Military Child! We want to take a moment to honor and celebrate all military children- as well...
04/18/2025

April is the Month of the Military Child! We want to take a moment to honor and celebrate all military children- as well as their resilience, strengths, sacrifices, and joys. 🇺🇸

The mental health and wellbeing of military children should be a top priority this month, and everyday!💜

You can show your support by joining MWR Pax River and Greenwell Foundation in wearing purple next Wednesday, April 23rd!

🔗 You can learn more about the Month of the Military Child and find additional support resources at: https://www.defense.gov/Spotlights/Month-of-the-Military-Child/

Content warning: animal health needs, eye condition (last photo)Is that a pirate in the horse field? Nope! It's Cash, an...
04/16/2025

Content warning: animal health needs, eye condition (last photo)

Is that a pirate in the horse field? Nope! It's Cash, and he has a health update for you!

Last fall, Cash started experiencing a painful inflammation in his right eye, and he eventually developed glaucoma. Since his eye did not respond to treatment, his owner and the veterinary team decided to surgically remove it. Cash's surgery went smoothly, and after the procedure, he wore a protective eye mask for two weeks to protect his sutures and let his eye heal.

While this may sound dramatic, horses adapt very well to only having one eye, and most can easily return to their routines. Cash is doing very well, and his quirky personality is still intact! Pretty soon, we will be gradually reintroducing him to light work within our equestrian program.

Here at Greenwell, we always give our horses the best medical care possible, and we deeply appreciate the vets who help us care for them. Thank you to Dr. Repenning, Cash’s primary doctor, and Dr. Kravchenko from Tidewater Veterinary Clinic for performing Cash's surgery and helping him recover!

Do you love spending time in and taking care of nature? If so, we have the perfect volunteer opportunity for you!We are ...
04/15/2025

Do you love spending time in and taking care of nature? If so, we have the perfect volunteer opportunity for you!

We are looking for nature volunteers to provide support for our PreK - 1st grade environmental education field trips, guided hikes and kayaking, tabling at outreach events, and more! All volunteers must consent to undergoing a background check.

Fill out our registration form to apply: https://forms.gle/byYnCLtre56PsZwg9

If you have any questions, email our nature volunteer coordinator at [email protected].

Did you know? When you spend time in nature, your brain's memory, attention span, and cognitive functions improve! Meanw...
04/14/2025

Did you know? When you spend time in nature, your brain's memory, attention span, and cognitive functions improve! Meanwhile, spending time in city environments causes your attention span to decrease.

Here at Greenwell State Park, we provide plenty of opportunities for you to get outdoors and prioritize your mental health. Whether you are horseback riding, kayaking, or hiking on our trails, exploring our park can help you nurture a healthier brain!

Read this article to learn more about nature's positive effects on mental health: https://www.apa.org/monitor/2020/04/nurtured-nature

Yesterday, our staff had a wonderful time at the 15th annual Nonprofit Institute conference at CSM!During the keynote pr...
04/11/2025

Yesterday, our staff had a wonderful time at the 15th annual Nonprofit Institute conference at CSM!

During the keynote presentation, our executive director, Maria McDonald, contributed to presenting the Nonprofit Institute's new five-year strategic plan and discussed the importance of meaningful connections in the nonprofit world.

Danielle Barber, our communications and marketing intern, received a certificate of appreciation for her past work with the Nonprofit Institute! She previously completed a Work-Based Learning internship before acting as the organization's outreach specialist. Congratulations, Danielle! 🎉

Our staff enjoyed attended the numerous breakout sessions to learn about artificial intelligence, resilience, fundraising, leadership, wellness, and more. Thank you to the Nonprofit Institute at CSM for such an educational and rewarding day!

Thank you to Malik Mines, the recovery friendly workplace advisor of the St. Mary’s County Health Department, for educat...
04/10/2025

Thank you to Malik Mines, the recovery friendly workplace advisor of the St. Mary’s County Health Department, for educating our staff about how to make Greenwell Foundation a recovery-friendly workplace! We appreciate the information you have given us to make Greenwell a more supportive and inclusive place in our community.

Last call for Camp Buddies! ☀🐎🚣‍♂️🎣We are looking for Camp Buddies to help us with this year's summer camps! Camp Buddie...
04/09/2025

Last call for Camp Buddies! ☀🐎🚣‍♂️🎣

We are looking for Camp Buddies to help us with this year's summer camps! Camp Buddies are volunteer "counselors-in-training" who assist our counselors, act as a positive role model for campers, and help to provide an inclusive environment for everyone.

Volunteering as a Camp Buddy is the perfect opportunity for gaining work experience and practicing responsibility. When the summer season ends, all Camp Buddies will leave with a letter of recognition, as well as new skills and experiences they can apply to their college applications and resumes.

Camp Buddy applicants must be 13-15 years old, and the application process requires a one-time registration fee. The deadline to submit an application is April 12. If you would like to learn more information or become a Camp Buddy, email us at [email protected].

Did you know that horses need to get their teeth checked by a dentist every year?Since their teeth wear down unevenly as...
04/08/2025

Did you know that horses need to get their teeth checked by a dentist every year?

Since their teeth wear down unevenly as they chew on food, horses may start feeling pain and/or discomfort in their mouths as a result. During an appointment, the dentist looks for and gets rid of any problems causing it.

Foreign objects stuck inside a horse's mouth is one cause of pain and/or discomfort. During last week's appointment, the dentist found and removed a stick lodged in the roof of Carmen's mouth!

Thank you to Equine Dental Solutions w/ Katie Herman for checking on our horses and keeping them healthy and comfortable!

This past weekend, we had a wonderful time tabling at the Maryland Osprey Festival, the 2nd annual Sensory Day hosted by...
04/07/2025

This past weekend, we had a wonderful time tabling at the Maryland Osprey Festival, the 2nd annual Sensory Day hosted by Wy's Words, and the Charles County Sheriff's Office Employee, Retiree, and Family Wellness Fair! Our staff enjoyed informing the public about our programs and letting visitors connect with our ponies.

Maryland Osprey and Nature Festival. Education, Conservation, Celebration.
Southern Maryland Audubon Society (SMAS)
Wy’s Words
Summerseat Farm, Inc.
Charles County Sheriff's Office

Good morning!This , we want to know, what is something you plan to do to enjoy the warming weather?We asked our nature ...
04/07/2025

Good morning!

This , we want to know, what is something you plan to do to enjoy the warming weather?

We asked our nature support and nature volunteer coordinator, Jess, this question, and here's what she told us: "I'm planning to spend more time outdoors with my dog, Murphy! We're going to go on hikes, play outside, and take selfies together!"

We discovered so many signs of spring at our last Watershed Heroes session! 🌹This group of Watershed Heroes spent time o...
04/05/2025

We discovered so many signs of spring at our last Watershed Heroes session! 🌹

This group of Watershed Heroes spent time outside enjoying this beautiful section of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed. We looked and listened for birds as we hiked the River Trail and we heard lots of Carolina Wrens, saw an American Crow, and watched an Osprey with a fish fly right above us! 🦅

We talked about the different types of birds and the reason they make different sounds. Then we played a quick game pretending to be birds hunting for food. On our hike we also found lots of spring flowers like this garden grape hyacinth, two black snakes, and many different insects. It was a great group and a fun day! ☀

Learn more about our Watershed Heroes Program here: https://greenwellfoundation.org/watershed-heroes/

Do you like working with animals? If so, we have the job position for you!We are looking to hire someone who can feed ou...
04/04/2025

Do you like working with animals? If so, we have the job position for you!

We are looking to hire someone who can feed our animals. We need someone 18 years or older who can lift at least 50 lbs and is skilled in paying attention to details. The applicant must have prior experience in working with horses and must complete a background check. Prior experience with feeding horses and farm animals is also preferred. We have weekend and weekday shifts available. which are roughly two hours long in the morning or one hour long in the afternoon.

Visit our website to apply for the position: https://greenwellfoundation.org/employment-application/

Do you enjoy playing outdoors and working with kids of all abilities? We have the perfect job position for you! ☀🐎🚣‍♂️🎣W...
04/03/2025

Do you enjoy playing outdoors and working with kids of all abilities? We have the perfect job position for you! ☀🐎🚣‍♂️🎣

We are currently hiring counselors for our three summer camps: Fishing Camp, Horse Camp, and Nature Camp. Counselors are responsible for monitoring campers and keeping them safe, while fostering an inclusive and fun atmosphere for all. Working as a counselor provides the perfect opportunity to help make a lasting positive impact on the children in our community.

All applicants must be at least 17 years old, and the application deadline is April 11.

Visit our website to learn more and apply: https://greenwellfoundation.org/summer-camps/

Thank you to the members of Project Veteran House Inc. for visiting us and checking out our Veteran and First Responder ...
04/02/2025

Thank you to the members of Project Veteran House Inc. for visiting us and checking out our Veteran and First Responder Recreational Therapy Retreat Program! We hope you all enjoyed exploring our park's trails and beaches, connecting with our horses, and participating in a yoga session with My Happy Yoga Place !

We especially thank our Hometown Heroes Sponsors Flagsin Group and Naval Systems, Inc. for supporting our program and the veterans in our community!

We had a great time while tabling at St. Mary's County Recreation & Parks' Cherry Blossom Festival at Lexington Manor Pa...
03/31/2025

We had a great time while tabling at St. Mary's County Recreation & Parks' Cherry Blossom Festival at Lexington Manor Passive Park! We loved informing the public about our park and services while watching our horses bring smiles to everyone's faces. 🐴🌸

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25450 Rosedale Manor Lane
Hollywood, MD
20636

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(301) 373-9775

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