Get excited — our annual Bingo event is right around the corner and we’re gearing up for an unforgettable night of prizes, energy, and community spirit! Whether you love the thrill of shouting “BINGO!” or just enjoy being part of a good cause, there are lots of ways to enjoy the event. There will more than 20 baskets to win, plus raffles!

️Grab Your Tickets & Join the Fun! Looking for a great night out? Bring your friends and family! 

When: Saturday, May 2, 7 pm; Doors open at 6 pm

Where: FOP Lodge 69, 2832 Nine Mile Circle, Catonsville, MD 21228

Want to Pitch In? Here Are Some Fun Ways to Help! 

Become a basket or event sponsor — it’s a simple way to make a big difference! Want to add a little extra sparkle to Bingo Night? Consider donating a raffle basket! Big or small, themed or simple — every basket helps make the night more exciting for our guests. Email bingo@neighborride.org to donate. Or become an event sponsor — read more about sponsorship here.

Got empty baskets or unused gift cards? We’d love them — they make our raffle magic happen! 

Join us the night of the event to help with check‑in and keep things running smoothly. Email Patrice at volunteer@neighborride.org if you’d like to help out. 

We’re so excited to bring everyone together this year for our first indoor Volunteer Appreciation Event in a while.

Get ready for a wonderful event featuring a guest speaker, delicious food, and plenty of time to catch up and swap stories with fellow drivers.

Most importantly, we will celebrate our new Hall of Fame members and celebrate our outstanding community of volunteers.

You’ll also get a chance to give input about the development of a new smartphone app for drivers. We can’t wait to share what’s coming.

We hope to see as many of you there as possible! Please RSVP and let us know you’re coming at the link below.

When: Monday, April 20, 10 am – 12 pm

Where: Nonprofit Collaborative

9770 Patuxent Woods Drive, Columbia, MD 21046

Mark your 2026 calendars for Magnet Days!

On the 17th of each month, we ask that all volunteers display their magnet on their car throughout the day. 

Don’t forget, there is a 24-hour phone line open for driver questions, even though our phones close at 2 pm for client business. We’re here to help you!

Program:

Max Steiner: King Kong Suite

Erich Wolfgang Korngold: Kings Row Suite

Various: Journey to the Moon featuring soloist Sara Jones

Jerry Goldsmith: Star Trek – The Motion Picture: End Title

Bernard Herrmann: Overture: “North by Northwest” and Vertigo: Prelude

Alexandre Desplat: The Shape of Water Suite

John Williams: Star Wars Selections

Saturday, April 11, 7:30 pm

Jim Rouse Theatre, Wilde Lake High School

5460 Trumpeter Rd, Columbia, MD 21044

 We are saddened by the passing of:

Jeff Rankin

 C. Scott Osborn – Former board member

Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time.

Check out our latest stats from February. 

• Ride requests filled: 979
• Rides cancelled for no driver: 17
• Unfilled ride request rate: 1.7%
• Ride requests completed: 754
• Clients served: 246
• Different volunteers providing a ride: 174

We appreciate our volunteers for helping us be out there on the roads each and every day for our clients!

If you’ve ever wanted to support a cause you care about — whether for a birthday, in honor of someone special, or simply because you feel inspired — Facebook Fundraisers make it incredibly easy. In just a few clicks, you can rally friends and family around a mission that matters to you.

Board member Jenna Crawley shares her experience:

“A Facebook fundraiser on the behalf of Neighbor Ride seemed like a great way to connect my network with Neighbor Ride’s mission. My goal was to share about this amazing organization and the critical gaps Neighbor Ride helps to fill.

I hoped that by sharing the mission, it would resonate with my friends, many of whom have had personal experiences with aging, and because the cause is relatable, compel them to get involved.

I was pleasantly surprised how easy it was to set up and that through a few clicks, over $200 was raised. I highly recommend using our social media networks to build awareness about causes we care about and to share how these same networks can make a difference locally.”  

Here’s a quick guide to get your Facebook Fundraiser up and running:

1. Go to the Fundraisers Section

Open Facebook and look for “Fundraisers” in the left‑hand menu (or search “fundraisers” in the app). Click Create a Fundraiser to get started.

2. Choose Your Nonprofit

Browse the list or type the name of the organization you want to support. Once selected, Facebook will automatically pull in the nonprofit’s details for your page.

3. Set Your Goal and Timeline

Pick a fundraising goal—big or small—and choose an end date. Don’t worry about perfection; you can adjust these later if your campaign takes off.

4. Personalize Your Story

This is the heart of your fundraiser. Add a photo and write a few sentences about why this cause matters to you. A sincere, personal message goes a long way in inspiring others to give.

5. Share and Invite

Once you hit Create, share the fundraiser on your timeline and invite friends to donate. People are far more likely to donate when they see it directly from you.

6. Keep the Momentum Going

Post updates, thank donors publicly, and share your progress. The more activity your fundraiser has, the more people will see it and join in.

Support Neighbor Ride through a car donation! It’s easy, and we accept all vehicles of any age or condition. Anyone can donate, no matter what state you live in!