The Times and Independent Series of newspapers is once again searching for a worthy cause to help, as part of Mitzvah Day on Sunday, November 20.

Charities and organisations can win the team of willing journalists and editors by suggesting a project in need of a helping hand.

Mitzvah Day is an annual good-deed day that calls on thousands of volunteers to donate time rather than money to charity and community projects.

The Jewish-led day of social action, which is in its sixth year, encourages people of all backgrounds to make a difference around the world.

This will be the third time newspaper staff have swapped shorthand for shovels and got their hands dirty for a good cause.

Last year, the team spent the day at Meryfield Community Primary School, in Theobald Street, Borehamwood. They received dozens of entries for their time.

The volunteers, including assistant editor Tim Jones and content editor Kerry Allan, transformed a paved concrete area into a green learning environment. This year they will be joined by group editor Martin Buhagiar and assistant editor Jon Neivens.

They painted walls, sanded benches and laid soil for planting trees and flowers.

The team is now looking for fresh ideas about how to make a difference in the community.

Any group, charity or organisation can enter, and any task will be considered.

Perhaps a community centre needs redecorating, or a green space needs clearing up? Maybe the volunteers could visit elderly residents in a care home?

Submit your idea by sending an email to mitzvahday@london.newsquest.co.uk