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25 Days Of Holiday Volunteering — Day 23: Miles Of Smiles

Every day until Christmas, Patch will highlight a seasonal volunteer opportunity in the Hudson Valley.

Every day through the holiday season, Patch will present a way to give back to the community.
Every day through the holiday season, Patch will present a way to give back to the community. (Courtesy photo)

NANUET, NY — 'Tis the season for giving back to your community. There are a number of ways that you and your family can help out and help others.

Every day through Christmas, Patch will be highlighting a way you can provide compassion and resources to those in need.

Volunteer New York! makes it easy to find ways to help — through donations, supporting nonprofits and even volunteering at home.

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Today's opportunity is Miles of Smiles Volunteers. Meals on Wheels Programs & Services of Rockland Inc. needs volunteers to help brighten a smile for a senior by creating Miles of Smiles bags.

The bags will be filled with dental products such as a toothbrush, toothpaste and floss and dropped off in Nanuet.

Find out what's happening in Nanuetfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Organizers said this is a great opportunity for students who need to fulfill community service hours.

For more information, including what dental products are needed, go here.

Check out all the volunteer opportunities around the Hudson Valley by visiting the Holiday Volunteering web page.

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