Volunteer opportunities to help individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Austin and its surrounding areas
Austin Baptist Chapel’s Angel House Soup Kitchen
About Angel House “‘Angel House’ is the Soup Kitchen Ministry of the Austin Baptist Chapel. The Austin Baptist Chapel is a 501-(c)(3) corporation organized under the State of Texas. Much like a church, we have a seven-member Board of Directors that oversees the decision-making of current needs, financial matters, and ensures the Chapel ministry accomplishes…
Texas Reach Out Ministries
About Texas Reach Out “Texas Reach Out is a faith-based 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization specializing in alternative housing for those released from prison and those who are homeless as a result of unsuccessful reintegration into society after an extended prison stay. We serve those who have made a serious commitment to change their life…
Ending Community Homelessness Coalition (ECHO)
About ECHO “The Ending Community Homelessness Coalition (ECHO) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and is the lead agency that plans and implements community-wide strategies to end homelessness in Austin and Travis County. We are the backbone for the homeless services system and work closely with nonprofits and government agencies to coordinate assistance and housing for…
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 food run, and…
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 in place to…
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 projectAttend a Faces of LifeWorks tour and…
Foundation Communities
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 healthier…
Trinity Center
About Trinity Center “Trinity Center grew from the concern of parishioners of St. David’s Episcopal Church for people experiencing homelessness, their downtown ‘neighbors,’ who were living in shelters and on the streets near the church. Trinity Center was founded by volunteers and is based on a model of action through volunteerism. Since its inception in…
Street Youth Ministry
About SYMin “We are a ministry of about seven full and part-time staff members who work with homeless young adults through age 28. We provide all sorts of practical helps like food, clothing, and self-care products, but the most important thing we do is personalized and accepting guidance counseling. With guidance and some extra time,…
Mobile Loaves & Fishes
About MLF “Mobile Loaves & Fishes (MLF) is a social outreach ministry that has been empowering communities into a lifestyle of service with the homeless since 1998.”https://mlf.org/us/ Volunteer Opportunities Community First! Village: There are numerous volunteer opportunities available at this housing community for formerly homeless Austinites, including property beautification and connecting with residents.Truck Ministry: Prepare…
Front Steps
About Front Steps “Front Steps provides a pathway home for our neighbors experiencing homelessness by offering emergency shelter, affordable housing, recuperative medical care, supportive services, and community awareness.”https://www.frontsteps.org/who-we-are/ Volunteer Opportunities Mail & Hygiene Desk: Help staff manage the hygiene desk, connect clients to services, coordinate mail and messages, and dispense hygiene products.Kitchen Volunteer: The ARCH…
Foundation for the Homeless
About Foundation for the Homeless “Foundation for the Homeless works alongside Austin families to build solid support structures which enable them to fully contribute to the betterment of our community.”https://www.foundationhomeless.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Feed My People: This program provides breakfast every Tuesday and Thursday from 5–7am at the First United Methodist of Church of Austin’s Family…
First United Methodist Church of Austin
About FUMC Austin “Founded in 1840, First United Methodist Church of Austin (FUMC) is an inclusive faith community of Christian believers in the heart of downtown. We balance traditional worship services with progressive theology. More than a neighborhood church, we are a church for all of Austin. Our members gather from across Central Texas and…
Austin Humanists at Work
About ATXHAW “We are an inclusive bunch of everyday folks (humanists, agnostics, freethinkers, atheists, theists…) looking to give back to the community with ‘no strings attached’. Regardless of what we do or don’t believe, we all hold humanistic values and choose to give back to the community not because we want to advance a specific…
Caritas of Austin
About Caritas “Caritas of Austin believes that when every person has a stable place to call home, they can realize their full potential and contribute to our community. We build wellbeing by making sure that people have a safe home, access to healthy groceries, jobs that provide a reliable living wage, and educational opportunities to…
Casa Marianella
About Casa “Casa Marianella welcomes displaced immigrants and promotes self-sufficiency by providing shelter and support services. In addition to shelter, Casa offers access to legal and medical resources, food, clothing, English classes, and other resources. Casa Marianella started in 1986 as one home for men, women and children, but as Casa has grown, a nearby branch site…
The Next-to-New Shop of St. David's Episcopal Church
About the Next-to-New Shop “[The] Next-to-New Shop of St. David’s Episcopal Church [is] a consignment shop and outreach ministry sponsored by St. David’s Parish. Our consignment shop has been operated by volunteers from the central Texas community since 1959. Next-To-New is a tax-exempt corporation pursuant to Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and operates…
Green Doors
About Green Doors “Founded in 1990 by a formerly homeless young woman, Green Doors’ mission is to prevent and help end homelessness and poverty housing for those working to achieve independent living in Central Texas.”https://www.greendoors.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Landscape a homeDistribute food at the food pantryShare your holiday cheerAssist with fundraising activitiesPlan a donation drive in the…
The Caring Place
About The Caring Place “Since 1985, The Caring Place has provided for the basic human needs of all people in our community in a welcoming, respectful and caring way. Through two thrift shops, The Shops at The Caring Place and Second Helping, both in Georgetown, the organization is able to pay all operating expenses to…
Central Texas Food Bank
About CTFB “The Central Texas Food Bank has been at the front line of hunger relief with the help of Partner Agencies in 21 counties across Central Texas. Together, we provided more than 39.2 million pounds of food to families in need during the 2017-2018 fiscal year to an average of 200,000 individuals each month.”https://www.centraltexasfoodbank.org/learn-more…
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