About Foundation Communities “Foundation Communities is a local, homegrown nonprofit. We provide affordable, attractive homes and free on-site support services for thousands of families with kids, as well as veterans, seniors, and individuals with disabilities. We offer an innovative, proven model that empowers our residents and neighbors to achieve educational success, financial stability, and healthierContinue reading “Foundation Communities”
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Austin Independent School District VICTORY Program
About VICTORY “VICTORY [Volunteers in Communities Tutoring Our Responsible Youth] offers free tutoring to students in grades 1–12 at designated branches of the Austin Public Library. Students are matched on a 1:1 basis with volunteers from the greater Austin community.“ https://www.austinisd.org/victory Volunteer Opportunities Become a VICTORY tutor: Student/tutor pairs meet at regularly scheduled sessions inContinue reading “Austin Independent School District VICTORY Program”
The Contemporary Austin
About The Contemporary Austin “Showcasing two renowned and architecturally unique locations, The Contemporary Austin brings multidisciplinary exhibitions, engaging programs, and enticing special events to the city’s visual arts landscape.“ https://thecontemporaryaustin.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Special Events: Assist museum staff with exhibition openings, public programs, Museum Day, and other special events. Weekend and evening availability preferred. The ArtContinue reading “The Contemporary Austin”
The Christi Center
About The Christi Center “The Christi Center helps build wellbeing by offering people who have experienced the death of a loved one the opportunity to connect with others. When grief is not endured in isolation or ignored, our community is stronger, and helps our clients weather all of life’s storms. We offer support groups whereContinue reading “The Christi Center”
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area
About BGCAA “We are Austin’s leading youth development agency—a 501(c)(3) non-profit, locally governed agency devoted to providing hope and opportunity to all kids, especially those who need us most, between the ages of 6 and 18. With 32 locations in Travis and Bastrop Counties, we serve more than 8,200 registered members annually (and more thanContinue reading “Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area”
Autism Society of Texas
About the Autism Society “The Autism Society of Texas changes lives by connecting families and individuals to community resources and support throughout Texas. Offerings include support meetings; on-line networking opportunities; Sensory Friendly films; and fun family activities.“ http://www.texasautismsociety.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Help with setup and outreach at resource fairs and charity events. Select films and organize theContinue reading “Autism Society of Texas”
Divine Canines
About Divine Canines “Divine Canines was formed in 2004 by a group of dog lovers who wanted to share the unconditional love of dogs with people in special needs facilities in Central Texas. We began with five dog-and-handler teams, one large client – the Austin State Hospital – and a professional dog trainer who generouslyContinue reading “Divine Canines”
Austin State Supported Living Center
About AuSSLC “Austin State Supported Living Center (formerly the Austin State School) is home to 175 residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities, ranging in age from 26-87. The center provides a beautiful living environment and a wide range of individualized training and recreational programs. The Austin State Supported Living Center provides aid and support to individualsContinue reading “Austin State Supported Living Center”
BookSpring
About BookSpring “BookSpring builds early literacy in children and families through healthcare, education, and the community. BookSpring is the only Central Texas organization focusing on building literacy skills and the motivation to read through increasing home libraries and reading activities for, with, and by children.“ https://www.bookspring.org/ Volunteer Opportunities In-office book sorting and labeling Book giveawayContinue reading “BookSpring”
Austin Child Guidance Center
About ACGC “The mission of the Austin Child Guidance Center is to improve the mental health of children and their families through early intervention, diagnosis and treatment to help them develop the emotional skills to face life’s challenges.“ https://www.austinchildguidance.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Walk-In Therapist: ACGC could always use volunteer counselors who are bilingual in Spanish andContinue reading “Austin Child Guidance Center”
Assistance League of Austin
About AL of Austin “Assistance League of Austin is a nonprofit organization of volunteers dedicated to addressing specific needs through practical and innovative programs. Assistance League of Austin has been serving the Austin community since 1973 as an all-volunteer, member-based, ‘hands-on’ organization.“ https://www.assistanceleague.org/austin/ Volunteer Opportunities Volunteer in the Thrift House Clothe school children through OperationContinue reading “Assistance League of Austin”
The Arc of the Capital Area
About The Arc “The Arc of the Capital Area, a nonprofit organization, is committed to empowering Central Texans with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families through compassionate case management and innovative programs.“ https://www.arcaustin.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Art Education Assistant: Assist the art classroom instructors in projects and creating a safe and inclusive educational environment forContinue reading “The Arc of the Capital Area”
Alzheimer’s Texas
About Alzheimer’s Texas “Alzheimer’s Texas provides information, referrals, and a variety of support programs for those with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, and their family members, caregivers and professionals. Alzheimer’s Texas has proudly served Central Texas since 1982.“ https://www.txalz.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Alzheimer’s Texas Walk Office Support Advocacy Special Events Support Group Leaders Health Fairs Respite Volunteer Requirements Alzheimer’sContinue reading “Alzheimer’s Texas”
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Texas
About RMHC CTX “It’s something we see every day – critically ill or injured children surrounded by their families. And while RMHC CTX may not be able to make the medicine taste better or erase the pain of a much-needed treatment, we can help lessen the burden for thousands of Central Texas families every year.Continue reading “Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Texas”
Bull Creek Foundation
About BCF “The Bull Creek Foundation promotes and encourages the balance between nature, recreation, and development in a unique and treasured 32-square mile watershed.“ https://www.outyouth.org/mission-vision-and-values Volunteer Opportunities Activities and Events Volunteer Coordination and Work Days Communications and Advocacy Fundraising Volunteer Requirements Bull Creek Foundation does not have volunteer requirements listed on their website. To applyContinue reading “Bull Creek Foundation”
Out Youth
About Out Youth “Out Youth serves Central Texas LGBTQIA+ (lesbian/gay/bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning, intersex, and asexual) youth and their allies with programs and services to ensure these promising young people develop into happy, healthy, successful adults.“ https://www.outyouth.org/mission-vision-and-values Volunteer Opportunities Help with events (for individuals) #AustinOutProud Community engagement as an Out Youth representative at eventsContinue reading “Out Youth”
Austin Diaper Bank
About Austin Diaper Bank “Austin Diaper Bank is dedicated to providing diapers to Central Texas families who need a clean, reliable supply of diapers for a healthy and comfortable quality of life.“ https://www.austindiapers.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Host a Diaper Drive. Help sort, count, and package diapers in the Austin Diaper Bank warehouse before they go outContinue reading “Austin Diaper Bank”
City of Austin
About the City of Austin “Here are a few ways to make our community a better place to live. These volunteer opportunities are sponsored by the City of Austin and support City services and programs, and Austin’s quality of life.“ http://www.austintexas.gov/department/volunteer-city-austin Volunteer Opportunities Volunteer on a City Board or Commission. Learn about City operations throughContinue reading “City of Austin”
AGE of Central Texas
About AGE “AGE of Central Texas is a regional nonprofit organization that provides education and support to people all along the spectrum of growing older, no matter where they are on that journey.“ https://ageofcentraltx.org/index.php/about-us/ Volunteer Opportunities Enhance the lives of older adults and the caregivers that AGE serves, help with operations, and sustain the cultureContinue reading “AGE of Central Texas”
Drive a Senior Central Texas
About Drive a Senior CTX “Drive a Senior Central Texas enriches lives and communities by providing transportation and socialization to non-driving seniors, at no cost, helping them to achieve healthy and active aging in place.“ https://driveasenior.org/CTX/ Volunteer Opportunities Be a senior’s driver Client check-in over the phone Grocery shopping and delivery Join the Client CareContinue reading “Drive a Senior Central Texas”
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