Volunteer opportunities for organizations and initiatives supporting mental health in Austin and its surrounding areas
Volunteer Healthcare Clinic
About VHC “The Volunteer Healthcare Clinic (VHC) believes access to quality medical care is the foundation of a healthy and thriving community. When people have timely access to care, they can reach their full potential and contribute to our community. Since 1966, VHC has been building a healthier Austin by providing much-needed primary care for…
Susan G. Komen Greater Central & East Texas
About Komen Greater CETX “Susan G. Komen® Greater Central & East Texas is a Texas-based nonprofit committed to saving lives locally and fighting breast cancer globally. Komen Greater CETX is the only local breast cancer organization attacking the disease on all fronts – education, screening, treatment, follow-up care, survivorship support, advocacy, and research. By removing…
St. David's HealthCare
About St. David’s “St. David’s HealthCare is a unique partnership between a hospital management company and two local non-profits—St. David’s Foundation and Georgetown Health Foundation. The proceeds from the operations of the hospitals fund the foundations, which, in turn, invest those dollars back into the community. Since the inception of St. David’s HealthCare in 1996, more than $425…
People's Community Clinic
About PCC “The mission of People’s Community Clinic is to improve the health of medically underserved and uninsured Central Texans by providing high quality, affordable health care with dignity and respect.”https://www.austinpcc.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Volunteer with Patients: Support PCC’s patients, families, and visitors. Volunteer Requirements Commit to one shift, or three or four hours, every week…
Traditions Health
About Traditions Health “Traditions Health provides Home Health and Hospice services. Our goal is to help patients have the best quality of life possible surrounded by the people they love. Our healthcare professionals are there when patients need us, providing the care they need in the place they want to be — home.”https://www.traditionshealth.com/ Volunteer Opportunities Traditions…
Dell Children's Medical Center
About DCMC “Dell Children’s Medical Center Foundation works with our generous philanthropic community and their passion to invest in the future of our children’s health in Central Texas through Dell Children’s Medical Center. Through philanthropy, the Central Texas community helped build this outstanding regional facility. Our goal is to help make it one of the…
Breast Cancer Resource Center
About BCRC “The Breast Cancer Resource Center is a place to ask your questions, explore your options, and connect with a diverse community of survivors, lifers, and thrivers who can relate in a way no one else can. For more than 20 years, the women of BCRC have been dedicated to supporting and improving the…
Integral Care
About Integral Care “We support adults and children living with mental illness, substance use disorder and intellectual and developmental disabilities in Travis County. Our services include a 24-hour helpline for anyone who needs immediate support, ongoing counseling to improve mental health, drug and alcohol treatment to help with recovery, and housing to regain health and independence. Integral Care helps provide a strong foundation…
Hospice Austin
About Hospice Austin “As the first hospice in Central Texas, we have end-of-life care expertise that only decades of experience can teach. And as Austin’s only nonprofit hospice, we provide care to any person who needs us, regardless of age, diagnosis, or ability to pay. All of our resources go toward services that benefit each…
St. David's Foundation
About St. David’s Foundation “St. David’s Foundation works to improve the health and well-being of our most underserved Central Texas neighbors using our resources to reduce health inequity, increase access to healthcare focused on the whole person through integrated care, and support Central Texans in taking an active role in their health and healthcare needs.”https://stdavidsfoundation.org/…
El Buen Samaritano
About El Buen “For 30 years, El Buen has been building healthy, resilient and vibrant communities by addressing the physical, social and emotional wellbeing of families. We do this by offering coordinated medical, literacy, food stability and spiritual support services to promote healthy behaviors for the family. Unlike other healthcare settings, El Buen provides all…
SIMS Foundation
About SIMS “SIMS Foundation provides mental health and substance use recovery services for musicians, music industry professionals, and their families to support the well-being of the Austin music community.”https://simsfoundation.org/about-us/ Volunteer Opportunities Help spread the word about SIMS at events, festivals, and club shows Volunteer Requirements Volunteers must be 18 or older. To apply to be…
Learning Together Equestrians
About LTE “Learning Together Equestrians is a nonprofit organization. The organization consists of a passionate group of members, instructors, and volunteers committed to providing therapeutic horseback riding (hippotherapy), and related educational programs, to children with developmental or physical disabilities. We are located in Austin, Texas and serve our surrounding community.”http://www.learningtogetherequestrians.org/styled-2/ Volunteer Opportunities Volunteer: Work with…
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,…
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Central Texas
About NAMI Central Texas “Founded in 1984, NAMI Central Texas, formerly NAMI Austin, is a member of the largest grassroots mental health organization in the United States, the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Through innovative education, support and advocacy programs, we are changing the way our community addresses mental health.”https://namicentraltx.org/about/ Volunteer Opportunities TeachersFacilitatorsPresenterOffice VolunteersEvent AssistantsProfessional…
Marbridge Foundation
About Marbridge “Marbridge is nestled on over 200 acres, just 13 miles south of downtown Austin, Texas. Marbridge provides a distinct alternative to group homes for adults with intellectual disabilities, offering a full spectrum of services tailored to individual needs and abilities. Each of our three communities — The Ranch, The Village, and The Villa…
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 Amala Foundation…
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 handStay with a patient while family members take a…
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 during CAPS…
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-you notes,…
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…
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 programFacility maintenanceFundraisingEvent support Volunteer Requirements Minimum 1.5-hour…
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 language…
Helping Hand Home
About the Home “Helping Hand Home is the oldest continuously operating residential childcare agency in Travis County and a priceless resource kept strong and viable through community support. Helping Hand Home for Children provides a safe haven for children healing from physical, emotional and sexual abuse, neglect or abandonment.”http://helpinghandhome.org/who-we-are/ Volunteer Opportunities Homework HelpersBedtime ReadersVolunteer GroupsActivities…
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 where…
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 WalkOffice SupportAdvocacySpecial EventsSupport Group LeadersHealth FairsRespite Volunteer Requirements Alzheimer’s Texas does not have volunteer requirements listed…
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.…
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)#AustinOutProudCommunity engagement as an Out Youth representative at eventsTexas GSA Network Registration…
Service Dogs, Inc.
About Service Dogs, Inc. “Founded in 1988 by attorney Sheri Soltes, Service Dogs, Inc. builds better lives for Texans overcoming challenges through partnerships with custom trained Assistance Dogs provided free of charge.”https://www.servicedogs.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Volunteer at Events: Help with setup, teardown, interaction with the public, and event preparation like making signs and stuffing gift bags. Out-of-town volunteers…
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,…
Project Transitions
About Project Transitions “Project Transitions is dedicated to serving people with HIV and AIDS by providing supportive living, housing, recuperative care and hospice in compassionate and caring environments.”https://www.projecttransitions.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Packing/Moving Help: Help move current tenants to interim locations while Project Transitions rebuilds one of their transitional housing complexes.Gardeners and landscapers: Keep the facilities inviting…
Make-a-Wish Central and South Texas
About Make-a-Wish CSTX “When a wish is granted, a child replaces fear with confidence, sadness with joy and anxiety with hope. This can have a real and tangible impact on a child’s health. In fact, research shows that wishes have proven physical and emotional benefits that can give children with critical illnesses a higher chance…
Texas Youth Helpline
About Texas Youth Helpline “The Texas Youth Helpline provides prevention services to youths, parents, siblings, and other family members who are in need of a caring voice and sympathetic ear. Trained volunteers are on call to provide guidance on youth-related concerns, referral information, or simply listen. The helpline receives thousands of calls each year, and the helpline’s…
STARRY
About STARRY “STARRY nurtures children, strengthens families, and restores hope through counseling, family support services, foster care, and adoption. We provide high quality services that have a lasting impact on Texas families. Although we have two very separate programs, Counseling and Foster Care, we are tied together in our mission to increase the amount of…
The SAFE Alliance
About SAFE “The SAFE Alliance exists to stop abuse for everyone by serving the survivors of child abuse, sexual assault and exploitation, and domestic violence. We are dedicated to ending violence through prevention, advocacy, and comprehensive services for individuals, families, and communities that have been affected by abuse.”https://www.safeaustin.org/ Volunteer Opportunities Offer your professional skills and…
Hope Alliance
About Hope Alliance “[We] assist those whose lives have been affected by family and sexual violence by providing services, safety, and developing partnerships that lead to hope, healing, and prevention.Providing hope to future generations through prevention, Hope Alliance is a leader in saving and transforming lives affected by family and sexual violence.”https://www.hopealliancetx.org/about/ Volunteer Opportunities Admin…
Girls Empowerment Network
About GEN “Originally called The Ophelia Project, the Girls Empowerment Network was created in 1996 by 12 concerned mothers raising adolescent girls in Austin, Texas. These mothers met after reading Reviving Ophelia, a book by Dr. Mary Pipher, to address an increasing trend among middle school aged girls – a systematic decline and sometimes permanent…
Court Appoint Special Advocates of Travis County
About CASA of Travis County “CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Travis County believes every child who’s been abused or neglected deserves to have a dedicated advocate speaking up for their best interest in court, at school and in our community. To accomplish this, CASA educates and empowers diverse community volunteers who ensure each child’s…
The Center for Child Protection
About CCP “The Center for Child Protection is a nationally accredited children’s advocacy center and the only non-profit in Travis County involved in the investigation of crimes against children. For more than 30 years, the Center has been the first stop for children in Travis County who are suspected victims of sexual abuse, physical abuse…
Arrow Child and Family Ministries
About Arrow “Since beginning in 1992 with foster care, new services and programs have continued to develop and expand as we fulfill our mission of helping kids and strengthening families. We are grateful to have been used by God in the past to change lives, but we are even more excited and humbled by what…
Any Baby Can
About Any Baby Can “Any Baby Can partners with families to overcome obstacles and achieve well-being. With programs that meet clients where they are – at home, work or school – Any Baby Can helps build stability, develop skills and navigate systems so children and families reach their full potential.”https://anybabycan.org/about/who-we-are/ Volunteer Opportunities Ongoing volunteeringChildcare: Help…
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 and English.…
PFLAG Austin
About PFLAG Austin “PFLAG Austin is a chapter of a national non-profit organization, and provides free, confidential support groups for Austin, Texas area LGBTQ persons (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning) along with their family and friends. PFLAG Austin is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and a local chapter of the national PFLAG organization.”https://pflagaustin.org/mission Volunteer Opportunities Contribute…
The Trevor Project
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 to answer…
Team Red, White & Blue (RWB) Austin
About Team RWB Austin “Every year, more than 250,000 active duty service members transition out of the military, joining the 3.5 million post-9/11 veterans already living in communities nationwide. They face many challenges including isolation, weight gain, lack of purpose, and other health issues.Team Red, White & Blue is the antidote to the isolation and…
The Dog Alliance
About The Dog Alliance “We provide service dogs for veterans who are challenged by the visible and invisible wounds of war. We provide therapy dogs to reduce stress in the workplace, the airport, the courts and schools. We bring joy to patients in nursing homes and hospitals. We provide self-esteem building summer camps for kids…
Central Texas Veterans Health Care System
About CTVHCS “The Central Texas Veterans Health Care System (CTVHCS) is a Joint Commission accredited, complexity level 1-A facility serving Veterans in 39 counties in Central Texas. CTVHCS has two medical centers located in Temple and Waco; a stand-alone multispecialty clinic in Austin; five community based outpatient clinics in Brownwood, Cedar Park, College Station, Palestine…
Volunteer ATX 