About WESTA “WESTA’s mission statement is to support STEM learning for Eanes and Westlake students seeking to further their STEM education, with the primary focus upon hands on, project-based learning through robotics curricula including competition robotics.” https://westaaustin.org/westa/ Volunteer Opportunities WESTA Board Fundraising Representative: Help develop and execute fundraising strategies for WESTA. WESTA Board First LegoContinue reading “Westlake and Eanes Science and Technology Association”
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Colin’s Hope
About Colin’s Hope “Colin’s Hope was formed in 2008 after four-year-old Colin Holst tragically drowned in a public pool, with lifeguards on duty and family members present. Our mission is to raise water safety awareness to prevent children from drowning. Drowning is the #1 cause of accidental death for children under 5 and a leadingContinue reading “Colin’s Hope”
Texas Parks & Wildlife Department
About TPWD “Mission: To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.” https://tpwd.texas.gov/about/mission-philosophy Volunteer Opportunities Park hosts: Serve as representatives and stewards of Texas State Parks. State Park Friends Groups: Volunteer-led, membership-based nonprofit partnersContinue reading “Texas Parks & Wildlife Department”
UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum
About the UMLAUF “The UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum exhibits the work of Charles Umlauf, his influences, and other contemporary sculptors in a natural setting, and provides educational experiences that encourage the understanding and appreciation of sculpture.” https://www.umlaufsculpture.org/mission-vision Volunteer Opportunities Visitor Services Special Events Garden Cleanup Docents Volunteer Requirements Submit a volunteer application. To apply toContinue reading “UMLAUF Sculpture Garden & Museum”
Texas Search and Rescue
About TEXSAR “TEXSAR is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit first responder organization headquartered in Austin, Texas. TEXSAR serves all citizens of the State of Texas and deploys at the request of law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency management agencies. TEXSAR provides specialized services such as ground search and rescue; flood and swiftwater rescue; K9 search, rescue, and recovery;Continue reading “Texas Search and Rescue”
Kids in a New Groove
About KING “Kids in a New Groove’s (KING) mission is to provide Central Texas children living in foster care with a committed one-on-one mentoring relationship through free, weekly, private music instruction. Since 2009, KING has empowered over 700 youth with music mentorship. Children in foster care are a highly vulnerable and underserved population. Having undergoneContinue reading “Kids in a New Groove”
Knowbility
About Knowbility “Knowbility is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with the mission of improving technology access for millions of youth and adults with disabilities all over the world. Our programs reflect our core values and the strong belief that accessible technology is a key to providing equal access to educational, employment, and social opportunities for peopleContinue reading “Knowbility”
Women’s Storybook Project of Texas
About WSP “Women’s Storybook Project (WSP) of Texas is a special program that helps incarcerated mothers do what moms have always done to comfort and nurture their children—read them bedtime stories, using their own voices to love, reassure, and encourage them from miles away.” https://storybookproject.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Volunteer in a prison facility to help withContinue reading “Women’s Storybook Project of Texas”
Austin Free-Net
About AFN “Our mission is to provide technology training and computer access to the community, fostering skills that enable people to succeed in the digital age. Austin Free-Net believes that access to the internet is imperative in the 21st century and beyond and those without the digital skills to use any digital device and specificallyContinue reading “Austin Free-Net”
Student Ambassador Exchange
About SAE “Student Ambassador Exchange (SAE) is operated by its parent organization Children of All Nations (CAN). The purpose of SAE is to provide high quality educational opportunities that promote and enhance the exchange of education, knowledge, and culture between the United States and other countries of the world.” http://saeglobal.org/about/ Volunteer Opportunities Ambassador’s Circle Volunteer Program:Continue reading “Student Ambassador Exchange”
Austin Film Festival
About AFF “Austin Film Festival furthers the art and craft of storytelling by inspiring and championing the work of writers, filmmakers, and all artists who use written and visual language to tell a story.” https://austinfilmfestival.com/about/ Volunteer Opportunities Help with the annual Austin Film Festival & Conference Digital Projectionist Theater Manager Volunteer Requirements Submit a volunteer application. Volunteers receive filmContinue reading “Austin Film Festival”
National Domestic Violence Hotline
About the Hotline “Operating around the clock, seven days a week, confidential and free of cost, the National Domestic Violence Hotline provides lifesaving tools and immediate support to enable victims to find safety and live lives free of abuse. Callers to The Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) can expect highly trained, experienced advocates to offer compassionate support,Continue reading “National Domestic Violence Hotline”
Capital City Village
About the Village “Welcome to Capital City Village, Austin’s virtual community of seniors committed to aging in place – living in our own homes and communities comfortably – while maintaining healthy and active lifestyles. Join today to get full access to our many social and cultural events, our dedicated volunteers and network of providers availableContinue reading “Capital City Village”
Harry Ransom Center
About the Ransom Center “The Ransom Center is an internationally renowned humanities research center at The University of Texas at Austin. Our extensive collections provide unique insight into the creative process of some of our finest writers and artists, deepening the understanding and appreciation of literature, photography, film, art, and the performing arts.” https://www.hrc.utexas.edu/about/ Volunteer Opportunities DocentContinue reading “Harry Ransom Center”
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Texas
About MADD Texas “Mothers Against Drunk Driving’sadvocates and staff work tirelesslyto support victims at nocharge, advocate for strongerlaws and create a future of No MoreVictims®.” https://www.madd.org/texas/ Volunteer Opportunities Advocate for change and email your legislators Lend a shoulder as a trained volunteer victim advocate or a help line volunteer Serve on a local advisory boardContinue reading “Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Texas”
The Junior League of Austin
About the Junior League “The Association of Junior Leagues International, Inc. (AJLI) is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable.” https://www.ajli.org/?nd=p-who-mission Volunteer Opportunities Assist with various Junior League events, including:Continue reading “The Junior League of Austin”
Keep Austin Fed
About KAF “Our Mission: Reduce hunger and help the environment by connecting surplus food with our neighbors in need.” https://keepaustinfed.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Food runners: Pick up excess food from grocery stores, hotels, caterers, schools, restaurants, and more, and deliver it to one of KAF’s partner organizations that feed people in need. Groups: Adopt a foodContinue reading “Keep Austin Fed”
The Austin Area Heritage Council
About the Heritage Council “The mission of the Austin Area Heritage Council is to encourage interest in all cultures represented in Austin and to celebrate the rich history of Austin. The Heritage Council promotes understanding and respect among all people by creating and supporting multicultural activities as well as highlighting the achievements and talents ofContinue reading “The Austin Area Heritage Council”
Breakthrough Central Texas
About Breakthrough “Breakthrough Central Texas creates a path to and through college for students who will become the first in their families to earn a college degree.” http://breakthroughctx.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Academic coaches After-school tutors High school or college application coaches Projects and special events Administrative volunteers Volunteer Requirements Submit a volunteer application. Attend a volunteerContinue reading “Breakthrough Central Texas”
Sickle Cell Association of Texas Marc Thomas Foundation
About SCA Texas “We envision a world in which all people affected by sickle cell disease and trait are provided holistic care throughout their lifespan.” https://www.sicklecelltx.org/ Volunteer Opportunities In-office help Yearly events and health fairs Camp Cell-A-Bration (for children) counselors and volunteer medical professionals (LVN, RN, RT, MT, MDs, and others) who enjoy working withContinue reading “Sickle Cell Association of Texas Marc Thomas Foundation”
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