About The Trevor Project “Founded in 1998 by the creators of the Academy Award®-winning short film TREVOR, The Trevor Project is the leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer & questioning (LGBTQ) young people under 25.” https://www.thetrevorproject.org/about/ Volunteer Opportunities TrevorChat & TrevorText: Receive special training toContinue reading “The Trevor Project”
Category Archives: Children & Youth
Jeremiah Program Austin
About Jeremiah “Jeremiah Program offers one of the nation’s most successful strategies for transforming families from poverty to prosperity two generations at a time. Jeremiah prepares determined single mothers to excel in the workforce, readies their children to succeed in school, and reduces generational dependence on public assistance.” https://jeremiahprogram.org/about-us/ Volunteer Opportunities Evening Childcare Cook forContinue reading “Jeremiah Program Austin”
Texas Book Festival
About Texas Book Festival “The Texas Book Festival (TBF) began with a simple purpose: to bring authors and readers together in a celebration of literature and literacy. Founded in 1995 by Laura Bush (a former librarian and then First Lady of Texas), Mary Margaret Farabee, and a dedicated group of volunteers, the TBF set outContinue reading “Texas Book Festival”
Austin Partners in Education
About APIE “Focusing on Austin ISD’s schools located in under-resourced communities and serving predominantly economically disadvantaged students, Austin Partners in Education delivers innovative, volunteer-driven academic and mentoring programs. APIE’s 1,550 volunteers work with students at pivotal junctures in their education, providing a vital extension of academic and social/emotional support to students. Through the flagship Classroom CoachingContinue reading “Austin Partners in Education”
Colorado River Alliance
About the Alliance “At the Colorado River Alliance, we believe that a healthy, flowing river is imperative to the long-term well-being of our communities and our state. Our mission is to champion the long-term vitality of the Texas Colorado River through education and engagement.” https://coloradoriver.org/about/#mission Volunteer Opportunities Creek cleanups and restorations Lake Travis cleanup MobileContinue reading “Colorado River Alliance”
Creative Action
About Creative Action “We believe all Central Texas youth should have access to high-quality, arts-based programming that equips them with critical life skills, which is why we provide safe and supportive learning environments at 85+ schools and community settings throughout our community.” https://creativeaction.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Special events After-school programs: Assist Teaching Artists in the classroomContinue reading “Creative Action”
Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund (JDRF) Austin
About JDRF “JDRF is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. Our strength lies in our exclusive focus and singular influence on the worldwide effort to end T1D.” http://skillpointalliance.org/about-us/who-we-are/ Volunteer Opportunities Volunteer at a chapter Work an event Donate your leadership Family outreach Volunteer Requirements JDRF does not list volunteer requirements onContinue reading “Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund (JDRF) Austin”
Westlake and Eanes Science and Technology Association
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”
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”
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”
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”
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”
American Youthworks
About AYW “The mission of American YouthWorks is to provide young people with opportunities to build careers, strengthen communities, and improve the environment through education, on-the-job training, and service to others.” http://americanyouthworks.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Tutor a student one-on-one Join for one-day volunteer activities Be a career speaker Be a mentor Help with maintenance and repairsContinue reading “American Youthworks”
Latinitas
About Latinitas “We are a non-profit 501c(3) organization focused on empowering girls to innovate through media and technology. We offer a variety of opportunities for girls to discover their voice, develop media and technology skills and build a solid foundation for their future.” https://latinitasmagazine.org/about-us/ Volunteer Opportunities Become an instructor, curriculum assistant, or guest speaker Become aContinue reading “Latinitas”
Girls on the Run
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”
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”
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”
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”
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