About Girls on the Run “We inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. We envision a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to boldly pursue her dreams.” https://www.gotraustin.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Coach a team Volunteer at the Girls on the Run 5K: Course attendants,Continue reading “Girls on the Run”
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Austin Bar Association
About ABA “The Austin Bar Association is made up of more than 4,300 attorneys within the Austin-area. The Austin Bar prides itself on a long-standing commitment to provide attorneys continuing legal education, networking and social opportunities, along with service to the community.” https://www.austinbar.org/about-the-bar-association/ Volunteer Opportunities American Gateways: Meet with women seeking immigration asylum at Hutto Residential Detention Center. VolunteerContinue reading “Austin Bar Association”
Grassroots Leadership
About Grassroots Leadership “Grassroots Leadership works for a more just society where prison profiteering, mass incarceration, deportation, and criminalization are things of the past.” http://grassrootsleadership.org/mission.html Volunteer Opportunities Phone banking Tabling Fundraising Outreach Office and Admin Work Research Online Campaigns Special Events and Event Planning Volunteer Requirements Grassroots Leadership does not have volunteer requirements listed onContinue reading “Grassroots Leadership”
Amala Foundation
About the Amala Foundation “The Amala Foundation inspires people of all ages and backgrounds to connect with themselves and others, grow as individuals, and serve as conscious leaders in their communities.” https://amalafoundation.org/ Volunteer Opportunities The Amala Foundation does not have specific volunteer opportunities listed on their website, but the accept volunteers. Volunteer Requirements The AmalaContinue reading “Amala Foundation”
Workers Defense Project
About WDP “The WDP is a membership-based organization that empowers low-income workers to achieve fair employment through education, direct services, organizing and strategic partnerships.” https://www.workersdefense.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Policy research Grant writing Fundraising Teaching English as a Second Language Data entry Web development Marketing and communications Volunteer Requirements WDP does not have volunteer requirements listed on theirContinue reading “Workers Defense Project”
Harbor Hospice
About Harbor Hospice “Harbor Hospice is much more than a place. We are devoted to giving each family a gift when they need it most…quality of life for our patients when they are facing life’s greatest challenge.” https://www.harborhospice.com/ Volunteer Opportunities Read to a patient, or hold a hand Stay with a patient while family membersContinue reading “Harbor Hospice”
Austin PBS
About Austin PBS “Austin PBS is your neighbor! We are a community-supported, locally-owned PBS station recognized as a valuable partner and a trusted storyteller. Austin PBS serves the community in the areas of education, arts & culture and news & public affairs. We also create engaging content that showcases the people that make Austin unique.” https://austinpbs.org/who-we-are VolunteerContinue reading “Austin PBS”
Hostelling International USA
About HI USA “At HI USA, we love the kind of travel that leaves you with a deeper appreciation for the world and its people. The kind that makes us better global citizens. Our hostels, programs, and scholarships provide inspiring experiences that leave an impact long after you return home.” https://www.hiusa.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Work atContinue reading “Hostelling International USA”
Capital Area Parkinson’s Society
About CAPS “Founded in 1984, Capital Area Parkinson’s Society addresses the needs of those impacted by Parkinson’s Disease in central Texas. The organization offers a multitude of support groups, resources, monthly meetings with expert speakers, and a community for people afflicted by Parkinson’s, and for those responsible for their care.” http://www.capitalareaparkinsons.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Help duringContinue reading “Capital Area Parkinson’s Society”
Indian American Coalition of Texas
About IACT “The Indian American Coalition of Texas (IACT) is a non-partisan organization in Central Texas. IACT strives to educate, engage, and empower the Indian American community about issues related to political and civic engagement. Through various resources, programs, and initiatives, IACT helps Indian Americans and South Asians in Central Texas to have their voicesContinue reading “Indian American Coalition of Texas”
Operation Turkey
About Operation Turkey “We are community of volunteers with no paid employees that work together to ensure that everyone receives a meal on Thanksgiving Day. Each year we prepare, package, and deliver meals to the homeless and less fortunate in just 4 hours.” http://www.operationturkey.com/ Volunteer Opportunities Volunteer throughout the year to ensure everything is inContinue reading “Operation Turkey”
Family Eldercare
About Family Eldercare “Family Eldercare’s mission touches the lives of almost 6,000 seniors and adults with disabilities every year. Watch our mission in action and see how deep our mission runs, ensuring that Central Texans thrive.” https://www.familyeldercare.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Become an administrative or special events volunteer: Assist with data entry, filing, answering phones, writing thank-youContinue reading “Family Eldercare”
LifeWorks
About LifeWorks “LifeWorks is a fearless advocate for youth and families seeking their path to self-sufficiency. We are committed to innovative problem solving, shared accountability and a relentless focus on achieving real, sustainable and measurable results for the clients we serve.” https://www.lifeworksaustin.org/what-we-do Volunteer Opportunities Help with a scheduled group volunteer project Attend a Faces of LifeWorksContinue reading “LifeWorks”
Lucky Chaos Productions
About Lucky Chaos “Lucky Chaos produces creative works by Asian Americans as well as other under-represented voices. We work to increase dialogue through live performances, film and digital content, and our education program. Create Art. Create Identity. Create Possibilities. Play On!” https://www.luckychaos.com/ Volunteer Opportunities Running concessions Ushering Working the box office Opening the house VolunteerContinue reading “Lucky Chaos Productions”
Hoofbeats Academy
About Hoofbeats Academy “Hoofbeats Academy is the ‘able stable’ and a ‘MOUNTessori’ classroom. The stable is an enriched environment with horsemanship materials for differently abled students to freely explore. The goal is for all to ‘get stable’ by providing for diverse needs.” https://www.hoofbeatsacademy.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Assist with the lesson program Facility maintenance Fundraising Event supportContinue reading “Hoofbeats Academy”
Hindu Charities for America
About HC4A “HC4A’s mission is to Bridge Income Disparity Through Education in the spirit of “Serve where you Live”. Founded in 2010, HC4A, helps all economically disadvantaged students by donating school supplies and providing vocational scholarships.” https://www.hc4a.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Help administer the charity Assist with fundraising events Spread the word about HC4A Hold HC4A socialsContinue reading “Hindu Charities for America”
Health Alliance for Austin Musicians
About HAAM “We provide access to affordable healthcare for Austin’s low-income working musicians, with a focus on prevention and wellness. Many Austin musicians are self-employed and have no access to health insurance or basic healthcare. They often work multiple jobs and struggle to pay for food, clothing and shelter, with nothing left for healthcare.” https://myhaam.org/our-story/Continue reading “Health Alliance for Austin Musicians”
Friends of Barton Springs Pool
About FBSP “The Friends of Barton Springs Pool creates a community of people dedicated to restoring, improving and maintaining the pool and surrounding grounds through organizing, advocacy, volunteer work, education and fun.” http://friendsofbartonspringspool.org/?page_id=2 Volunteer Opportunities Work with pool staff to clean the pool during the annual spring cleaning and then monthly. Volunteers who clean theContinue reading “Friends of Barton Springs Pool”
Texas Kids Read
About Texas Kids Read “Texas Kids Read gives free books to kids in Title 1 elementary schools in Austin. We are currently working with Pleasant Hill, Ortega, Odom and Langford Elementary Schools. Between these four schools they have approximately 1,600 students.” https://txkidsread.org/about/ Volunteer Opportunities Book Sorting: Sort donated books by grade and genre. Book Cleaning: Remove price tags, cover up writingsContinue reading “Texas Kids Read”
Bliss Kid Yoga
About BKY “Bliss Kid Yoga is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit dedicated to nurturing community health and wellness by providing both free and affordable yoga and mindfulness programs for children, families and educators. Bliss Kid Yoga specializes in programs for sensitive populations including children and families who are survivors of abuse, children with exceptionalities, English languageContinue reading “Bliss Kid Yoga”
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