Community Organizations

Overview

Cheverly has an active community of organizations that focus on a wide variety of interests. The town has a wealth of volunteer opportunities, and these groups help make many of the things we enjoy possible. Scroll down to learn more about community organizations in Cheverly, or visit their websites for further information. To become a qualified Community-oriented public service organization, the Mayor and Town Council require the following: that the general membership consists of at least 20 regular members with at least 50% of the regular members being Cheverly residents.

Youth & Families

  • Cheverly Boys and Girls Club
  • Cheverly Parents Resource Center (CPRC)
  • Cheverly Boy Scout Troup 257 
  • Cub Scout Pack 257
  • Cheverly Soccer Club
  • Cheverly Working Moms
  • Girl Scouts
  • Cheverly Swim and Racquet Club
  • Cheverly Youth Commission

Civic & Community Interest

  • American Legion
  • American Legion Auxiliary
  • Cheverly Baptist Church
  • Cheverly CERT
  • Cheverly Community Market
  • Cheverly Community Vegetable Gardens
  • Cheverly Day Committee
  • Cheverly Forum for Accountability and Action
  • Cheverly History Club
  • Cheverly Men's Basketball
  • Cheverly Community  Native Planting Project
  • Cheverly Village
  • CHVProm
  • Civic African American Community Organization (CAACO)
  • Fourth Ward Civic Association
  • Friends of Lower Beaverdam Creek
  • Garden Club
  • Mount Hope Commission
  • Cheverly Women's Club
  • Cheverly United Methodist Church
  • VineCorps

American Legion

The American Legion is a congressionally chartered mutual-aid veterans organization founded to benefit those veterans who served during a wartime period as defined by the U.S. Congress. The American Legion Post 108 in Cheverly was first organized in 1933 and completed in 1941; built by post members of materials collected from Rock Creek Park, the East Wing of the White House, a bridge in Washington, DC, the McLean Mansion, and contains old doors from the U.S. Supreme Court. The post family currently has over 450 members and sponsors Boy Scout Troop 257and Cub Scout Pack 257.

The eligibility dates to be a member of the American Legion can be seen at the American Legion website. To be a member of the Son's of the American Legion your father, grandfather, or great grandfather needed to serve during the eligibility dates. Ladies who are veterans but did not serve during the eligibility dates are eligible to join the American Legion Auxiliary. The Post is open seven days a week; space includes a pool table, dartboards, and a hall that seats in excess of 200 people.

  • Address: 3608 Legion Drive
  • Phone: 301-773-0108

American Legion Auxiliary

The Cheverly American Legion Auxiliary Unit 108 is a local veteran's support organization. We work hard to support our military and veterans! Founded in the 1940s, the Cheverly Auxiliary has a rich history. Its members' volunteer efforts have touched the lives of veterans in numerous ways. There are new generations of veterans to reach out to, and with the passage of time the needs of our older veterans and their families increase. Annually we sponsor young women to attend Maryland Girls State, raise awareness in our community about veterans issues, sponsor Americanism activities for local youth- among many, many other activities. The Cheverly Auxiliary believes that caring for all veterans is a sacred trust, and its members strive to do so with the same courage our veterans exhibited in their service to our country. We welcome new members! Membership requirements are explained on the American Legion Auxiliary website.

Boy Scouts / Cub Scouts

The mission of the Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. What is the Oath? 40 simple words that can transform your son: On my honor, I will do my best, to do my duty, to God and my country, to obey the Scout law, to help other people at all times, to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake and morally straight. What is the Law? Twelve more simple words that should define everyone's character: A Scout is Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean and Reverent. How do we do this? Going camping and hiking. Pitching tents and building fires. Doing community service projects. Developing citizens and leaders.

Boy Scout Troop 257

Scouts BSA is a Scouting experience where boys can have their share of adventure in the great outdoors. Develop a love of service by volunteering in your community, boost your leadership skills through fun and exciting challenges, and create memories of a lifetime with no prior Scouting experience required! 

Website - https://www.facebook.com/ScoutTroop257 

Contact email - Troop 257 Scoutmaster <callahanbriant@gmail.com>

Cub Scout Pack Troop 257

Cub Scout Pack 257 is a community-based youth organization in Cheverly dedicated to fostering leadership, outdoor skills, and character development for boys and girls in grades K-5. Through hands-on activities, camping, and service projects, we help scouts build confidence, teamwork, and a love for adventure!

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Cheverly Boys and Girls Club (CBGC)

The Cheverly Boys and Girls Club has a very active sports program for ages 4 - 13, which includes Soccer, Basketball, Baseball, and T-Ball.

Cheverly Baptist Church

At Cheverly Baptist Church, we believe that life is found in the person of Jesus Christ. We are a multigenerational family of believers dedicated to the simple yet profound mission of glorifying God by being and making disciples of Jesus Christ. Whether you are a lifelong follower of Jesus or just beginning to ask questions about faith, you have a place here.  When you visit us, you’ll find a warm atmosphere, Christ-centered worship, and a community that values substance over show. Join us Sunday mornings, 10:30am, at Bladensburg Elementary (4915 Annapolis Rd, 20710) as we gather to lift up the name of Jesus, pray for one another, delve into God's Word, and grow together in grace.

Cheverly History Club

The club is no longer active but maintains its website.

Cheverly CERT

The Mission of Cheverly CERT is to provide critical support to the Town of Cheverly and assistance to residents during an emergency. To accomplish this mission, Cheverly CERT has three areas of focus:

  1. Providing our members with on-going training in disaster response, emergency preparedness, leadership, and organizational skills.
  2. Educating residents in Cheverly emergency preparedness.
  3. Supporting the Cheverly Police Department and related emergency services in the event of a disaster

Cheverly Community Market

The Cheverly Community Market is committed to offering a vibrant market that strengthens the community through providing fresh, nutritious food from local sources, and encouraging unique local businesses and artisans. We accept Maryland-DC WIC/FMNP/SNAP and provide matching funds for all programs.

The Market is held every other weekend from May - December at the Cheverly Community Center, located at 6401 Forest Road. Visit our website for dates and other updates.

Come fill your Market basket with the best in local produce, fruits, meat, fish, eggs, cheese, bread, pastries, and more!

Cheverly Men's Basketball

"Cheverly Men's Basketball is for men 35 years old and older to play informal pickup basketball during the week at the Town Gym."

Cheverly Parents Resource Center (CPRC)

The Cheverly Parents Resource Center (CPRC) supports Cheverly families with young children by providing valuable information, hosting drop-in playgroups, and holding special events such as local field trips and occasional workshops on topics of interest to parents.

The main activity of CPRC is drop-in playgroups, which offer families with young children the opportunity to meet, make friends, and play. Playgroup meets Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm at the Community Center. Weekend playgroups are also often hosted at the Community Center or local parks in nicer weather.  

This group also sponsors larger events like the Spring Festival and Schools Out Pool Party, Chess Club at the library, baby meetups and meals for new baby arrivals as well as discounted tickets to local events like bowling, skating, or movies.  You can find much more detail on local resources for parents and how to get involved at the website below. 

https://cheverlyparent.org/

Cheverly Community  Native Planting Project

Community Native Planting Project’s mission is to advocate for the use of native plants in landscaping and natural areas, the reduction of turf grass and non-native species used, and the removal of invasive species from public & private land. We realize our mission and goals through environmental stewardship, encouraging environmentally-sound landscaping practices, and conducting educational programming and outreach. CNPP has a number of sites in the Town of Cheverly for which we serve as environmental stewards including at the town center and police station, next to the track at Town Park, Cheverly Nature Park, and more. All the maintenance is done by volunteers and everyone is invited to join us. For more information, contact us at info@communitynativeplantingproject.org.

Cheverly Soccer Club

The Cheverly Soccer Club formed in 1995. The club sponsors both indoor and outdoor soccer (tot through U-18) and hosts the very popular annual summer Challenger British Soccer Camp program.

Cheverly Swim & Racquet Club

The Cheverly Swim and Racquet Club. The club is a private facility.

Cheverly Village

Cheverly Village helps seniors and other residents of Cheverly to stay in community and age in motion. Cheverly Village volunteers provide services and create social and educational activities that support Village members in continuing to live in their homes as active, valued members of the community.

Cheverly Youth Commission (CYC)

The CYC is an organization committed to promoting youth engagement in the Cheverly community. We are striving towards making sure teenagers are informed about town politics, volunteer opportunities, and community gatherings in order to become better voters and more active members of the town. For more information on how to join the CYC or support the Vote16 initiative, contact us below.

  • Instagram - @chvyouthcommission

Civic African American Community Organization (CAACO)

Our primary purpose is to unify the African American community in all segments of life within various communities.

We want to activate, engage, educate, and empower, to present a strong concerted effort in meeting situational awareness particular to our community. This is achievable by pursuing and supporting local policies that address our needs, building partnerships with community groups, demonstrating a commitment to engage in local activity and establishing a physical presence in the community.

Meetings are held on the fourth Monday of every month except for holidays at 7 pm.

Fourth Ward Civic Association

The Fourth Ward Civic Association's purpose is to identify Ward issues affecting the community and to them in particular. The Association encourages residents to become involved with and participate in civic matters at all levels of Government -Town, County, State, and Federal. It also fosters an environment to improve communication among all residents of the Ward and Town officials. Meetings are held the third Monday of every month except for holidays at 7 pm All Fourth Ward residents are invited and encouraged to attend.

Friends of Lower Beaverdam Creek

Friends of lower Beaverdam, a non-profit founded in 2004, maintains the Woodworth Park Trail and natural areas along it. We organize trash cleanups, invasive plant removals, and projects to plant native trees and plants. And we promote sustainable land use practices that improve water and air quality, and healthy communities.  

Contact volunteer coordinator, Joani Horchler, joani.horchler@gmail.com

Cheverly Garden Club

The Cheverly Garden Club's purpose is to encourage and advance the fine art of sustainable gardening and landscaping; the study of horticulture and conservation; beautification of our environs; and to aid in the protection of native trees, shrubs and plants. Established in 1954, the club gathers each month to listen to engaging speakers, swap garden plants, take field trips, and share information between new and experienced gardeners alike. The Garden Club meets the third Monday of each month at the Cheverly United Methodist Church. Club members participate in yearly service projects, such as making and delivering floral arrangements for shut-ins in Cheverly and maintaining the Memorial Garden at Cheverly United Methodist Church. The popular annual Garden Club sale offers vegetables, hanging baskets, and plants from members' yards.

Cheverly Girl Scouts

The Cheverly Girl Scouts girls discover the fun, friendship, and power of girls together. Through enriching experiences such as extraordinary field trips, sports skill-building clinics, community service projects, cultural exchanges, and environmental stewardships, girls grow courageous and strong. Girl Scouting helps girls develop their full individual potential; relate to others with increasing understanding skill and respect; develop values to guide their actions and provide the foundation for sound decision making, and contribute to the improvement of society through their abilities and leadership skills.

Scout Levels:

  • Any girl 5 to 17 years of age can join the world largest organization for girls at different grade-levels:
  • Girl Scout Daisy, grades K-1
  • Girl Scout Brownie, grades 2-3
  • Girl Scout Junior, grades 4-5
  • Girl Scout Cadette, grades 6-8
  • Girl Scout Senior, grades 9-12

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Cheverly Forum for Accountability & Action

The Cheverly Community Forum for Accountability and Action (The Cheverly Forum) is a group of Cheverly neighbors working to advance inclusion, equity, and justice. Our mission is to cultivate relationships, build bridges, and provide platforms to involve those whose stories and perspectives are too often unheard, disregarded, or otherwise crucially missing from public discussion and decision.

Open to all, the Cheverly Forum seeks out and listens to the concerns and ideas of people and organizations aiming to rectify and improve our community life and local government. Accordingly, the Forum raises those voices, nurtures understanding, builds consensus around community priorities, and champions efforts to put them into effect.

CHVProm

CHVProm is a registered 501c3 that hosts fun-filled community events to foster connectivity among Cheverly neighbors and raise money for local charitable organizations. Our principal event is the Prom, an adults only dance with music and contests revolving around a changing theme.  

Mount Hope Commission

The Mount Hope Commission believes that a just, fair, and loving community is achieved by understanding our history and how it has shaped who we are today. Our programming and activities seek to uncover, share, and discuss the histories of the Indigenous peoples who first inhabited the land that is now Cheverly, the story of the Mount Hope Plantation and the individuals who were enslaved there, as well as the impacts of the town’s segregationist history and discriminatory practices. By addressing both past and present injustices, the MHC aims to cultivate an inclusive community that embraces all residents. 

One Cheverly Circle                                                                                                                                                                                                                Cheverly, Maryland 20785

Website: https://www.mounthopecommission.org                                                                                                                                                                        Email: mounthopecommission@gmail.com

Cheverly Women's Club

The Cheverly Women's Club was founded in 1919 to unite the women of Cheverly for their mutual benefit and for the promotion of their common interests in education, civic and moral measures.

Through the years, the Women's Club has grown to empower the women of Cheverly to serve the needs of our diverse community through collaboration and cooperation with other organizations in our area. The Club's main goals are to improve the welfare of children, increase interest in our civic duties and to spread tolerance, kindness and understanding to as many people as possible. possible.

The Cheverly Women's Club understands that Love is the greatest power. It's focus is to help create a safe and loving community that's compassionate, caring, kind and shows "Love in Action."

Cheverly Fitness Bootcamp

Cheverly Fitness Bootcamp is your free community fitness resource! We are community led, gathering together to do body weight and light weight workouts, each at their own pace. During Covid 19 restrictions and weather permitting, we meet outdoors on Thursdays at 6 am at the town track and Saturday mornings at Euclid Park. If you would like to receive information and be notified when we resume, email our google group or our Facebook group called Cheverly Bootcamp.

Cheverly United Methodist Church

The "church in the heart of the community with the community in its heart," has been in ministry and service to the town since the early 1940s. Many Cheverly young people began their childhood education here at the Cheverly UMC Weekday Nursery and former Mother's Day Out programs. In addition to Sunday morning worship at 10 am, church activities include Sunday School for all ages, Wednesday Night Bible Study and Thursday Evening Prayer. Cheverly UMC is the meeting place for the Cheverly Garden Club, Girl Scouts, Brownies, Daisy Troops, several AA groups and Love 2 Dance II Dance Academy.

VineCorps

VineCorps is a comprehensive youth development organization that builds neighborhood hubs of connection, action and growth for teens in under-served areas of Prince George's County, Maryland. Working closely with youth who contend with challenging circumstances, we bridge opportunity gaps by offering personally-tailored educational support, family assistance, and access to crucial life experiences beyond the classroom, including high-quality summer employment — all with relentless encouragement.

VineCorps engages youth during out-of-school time to help them own responsibility, contribute and serve, make the most of good opportunities, take the right risks, work through setbacks, navigate transitions, and realize their own unique potential, in school, on the job, and in life.

Contact email: info@vinecorps.org                                                                                                                                                                                          Cheverly name and title: Chris Dwyer, Executive Director