Central Texas Volunteer Guide

This guide is not a comprehensive list of all area organizations that need volunteers. If your organization is not included, please email us at listings@impactnews.com, and we will add it to our online list.

1house at a time is dedicated to financial empowerment for low-income families, community-building and renewable energy education and advocacy. It creates pathways to self-sufficiency for struggling homeowners and informs the public about the benefits, both financial and environmental, of renewable energy, energy efficiency and conservation. Volunteers weatherize and improve the energy efficiency of homes by installing various products.

Agape Pregnancy Resource Center offers opportunities for families to prepare themselves physically, emotionally and spiritually for the birth of their child. Volunteers assist with the client intake registration process or in the center for baby supplies.

AIDS Services of Austin (ASA) responds to the HIV needs of the Austin area by providing services that enhance the health and well-being of individuals and the community in the face of an evolving epidemic.

Alzheimer’s Association - Capital of Texas Chapter seeks to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research and to enhance care and support for those with the disease, their families and caregivers. Volunteer opportunities vary.

American Cancer Society hopes to reduce the cancer mortality rate and cancer incidents through early detection, prevention and advocacy. Volunteer opportunities include the Road to Recovery and Reach to Recovery programs, assisting at health fairs, fundraising, office duties and Relay for Life.

American Red Cross of Central Texas ensures disaster planning, preparedness, community disaster education, mitigation and response, as well as assisting military members and their families in times of crisis. Red Cross volunteers perform a variety of services including assisting in disaster relief, casework processing and staffing shelters.

Annie’s Way is an annual Thanksgiving program at St. William’s Church in Round Rock for homeless and needy families. Volunteers are needed to bring prepared food or cooked turkeys and help with serving and delivering meals to the homebound and homeless.

Annunciation Maternity Home offers assistance to teenagers and women experiencing crisis pregnancy. Volunteer opportunities include mentoring and life skills training for mothers, working at the day care center, providing transportation, administrative support and helping at special events. Garage sales are held bimonthly the first and third weekend of every month.

Any Baby Can provides education, therapy and support to needy families. Volunteers offer homework help, literacy training and child care.

The Arc of the Capital Area provides individualized services to people with intellectual and mental developmental disabilities. Volunteers befriend these people and become someone they can count on and share their lives with.

Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area is a program of the Capital Area Council of Governments. Volunteers provide in-home respite for caregivers of individuals with chronic conditions. This service supports the caregiver’s health and well-being by allowing him or her to rest.

Assistance League of Austin is an organization of volunteers dedicated to addressing specific needs through practical and innovative programs.

Assistance League of Georgetown Area is a philanthropic, nonprofit volunteer organization with the mission to help those in need within the community, through services such as buying clothes for children, hosting monthly birthday parties at an Alzheimer’s unit, tutoring programs and operating The Assistance League Thrift Shop. Volunteers must go through a training program and become a member of the organization.

Austin Academy is a nonprofit adult education center that teaches skills low-income adults that will improve their computer literacy, help with job readiness and prepare for the GED. Volunteers are needed to help the full-time teachers in the classroom.

Austin Animal Services shelters about 22,000 animals per year and prevents pet homelessness through a variety of programs. Volunteers help care for shelter animals, assist with adoptions, and aid in prevention and awareness activities.

Austin Child Guidance Center works to improve the mental health of children through treatment and emotional skills training. Volunteers play with and evaluate children waiting for appointments.

Austin Children’s Shelter provides care and shelter to abused and neglected children. Volunteers help by engaging in recreational activities, tutoring and positive interaction or by assisting in light office and facility projects.

Austin Dog Alliance is a rescue organization offering community education programs and pet therapy training. Volunteers participate in youth activities, event coordinating, administrative tasks, fostering dogs and marketing.

Austin Grace Hospice serves terminally ill and bereaved persons in the community with integrity, compassion and respect. Volunteers provide companionship and emotional support to patients and their families.

  • 7800 Shoal Creek Blvd. Ste. 116 West, Austin 78757
  • 300-2100
  • www.ghospice.com

Austin Groups for the Elderly - Elderhaven Austin provides care for seniors with special needs. Volunteers help with entertainment, yard work, clerical duties and more.

Austin Groups for the Elderly - Elderhaven Williamson County provides care for seniors with special needs. Volunteers help with entertainment, yard work, clerical duties and more.

Austin Habitat for Humanity teams build quality houses for impoverished families. Volunteers assist in construction or do clerical tasks.

Austin Humane Society is the city’s largest no-kill, nonprofit pet adoption center dedicated to saving Austin’s homeless cats and dogs and educating the community about responsible pet ownership and reducing pet overpopulation. Volunteers help with dog walking, the Cat Adoption Team, the foster care program and more.

Austin Museum of Art is dedicated to developing and educating a broad audience for the visual arts in Austin, focusing primarily on 20th-century and contemporary art. Volunteers help with visitor relations, education, exhibitions and the art school.

  • AMOA Laguna Gloria, 3809 W. 35th St., Austin 78703
  • 458-8191
  • www.amoa.org

Austin Parks Foundation connects people to resources and partners to develop and improve parks. Volunteers participate in activities including erosion control, mulching, eradicating invasive species and trash pickup. The online calendar shows upcoming events.

Austin Partners in Education provides college and career readiness for AISD students. Volunteers provide tutoring and lead study groups.

Austin Pets Alive is a nonprofit animal shelter committed to promoting and providing the resources, education and programs needed to eliminate the killing of homeless companion animals in Austin. The center is run almost entirely on volunteers.

Austin Pregnancy Resource Center helps women with unplanned pregnancies decide their options while giving accurate and factual information in a confidential and welcoming environment. The center offers free tests, sonograms and classes. Volunteer opportunities are listed on the website.

Austin Public Library volunteers shelve books, perform clerical duties and read to children in the Storytime Connection program.

Austin Public Library Friends Foundation supports the Austin Public Library by increasing public awareness of the library and its importance to the community, and by raising funds to enhance library collections, programs and facilities. Volunteer opportunities include the Library Program and assisting with special events, newsletter production and office correspondence.

Austin Recovery aims to bring about the in-depth changes that are essential for overcoming addiction. Volunteers help with admissions, child care, teach dance classes, give haircuts and manicures, perform clerical duties and life skills coaching, which can include topics such as job readiness and healthy relationships.

Austin Siamese Rescue is a feline rescue organization that rescues, rehabilitates, and re-homes cats and kittens from the community that are abandoned or are in danger of being euthanized at local shelters. Volunteers serve as short-term or longterm fosters of cats and kittens until they are adopted.

Austin State Supported Living Center, formerly Austin State School, provides 24-hour, seven-day-a-week services to 350 residents with intellectual and development disabilities. Volunteers befriend residents and assist with classes and special events.

Austin Steam Train Association operates historically authentic excursion trains through the Hill Country every weekend through the year. Volunteers staff all the trains, including car attendants and operating positions such as conductors and engineers, as well as assisting with educational and preservation projects.

Austin Tenants’ Council protects tenants’ rights and educates the community on fair housing. Volunteers are needed who can objectively gather and report information about the availability of housing while posing as a prospective renter or homebuyer.

Austin Time Exchange Network enables individuals to exchange services with one another by sharing skills within a network of people in Greater Austin. ATEN’s goal is to serve as a bridge between people from different economic, social and ethnic backgrounds by providing the opportunity for interaction through the exchanging of services.

Austin Zoo and Animal Sanctuary is a Hill Country zoo where the people can learn about the animals close-up, spend time outdoors, get exercise and have fun. Volunteers help out with office tasks, groundskeeping and some animal care, depending on experience.

Autism Society of Greater Austin is an all-volunteer chapter of the Autism Society of America with a mission to improve the lives of all affected by autism. Volunteers are used in many different ways and to help with the Autism Awareness Bike Ride.

Ballet Austin is a company wholly committed to bringing the art of dance to thousands, including those who might not otherwise have the opportunity. Volunteers help with special events, the front desk, education, ushering and will call in the box office.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas pairs volunteers with young people in need of mentoring and positive role models.

Blue Santa brings Christmas cheer to families that might not otherwise have gifts and food. The organization was started by the Austin Police Department in 1972 and includes the Texas National Guard, the Austin Fire Department, Austin Parks and Recreation, and Austin Energy.

Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum needs volunteers to help the museum in a number of areas, all of which help tell the story of Texas. Volunteers work in administrative duties, education, visitor services, special events and work as docents.

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area - The Administrative Office offers programs and services to promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence.

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area - Ann Richards Girls Club offers programs and services to promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence.

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area - Bedichek Boys & Girls Club offers programs and services to promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence.

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area - Burnet Middle School offers programs and services to promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence.

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area - Lanier High School Unit offers programs and services to promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence.

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area - Reagan Unit offers programs and services to promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence.

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area - South Austin Unit offers programs and services to promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence.

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area - Webb Middle School offers programs and services to promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Georgetown - Stonehaven Unit offers programs and services to promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence.

Breast Cancer Resource Centers of Texas - Austin is a grassroots, nonprofit organization created by breast cancer survivors. The center exists to serve women with breast cancer, their families and support systems, women who have questions about screening and biopsy, and others in the community who are concerned about breast cancer issues.

  • 900 E. 30th St., Ste. 108, Austin 78705
  • 544-0900
  • www.bcrc.org

Breast Cancer Resource Centers of Texas - Brackenridge is a grassroots, nonprofit organization created by breast cancer survivors. The center exists to serve women with breast cancer, their families and support systems, women who have questions about screening and biopsy and others in the community who are concerned about breast cancer issues.

Breast Cancer Resource Centers of Texas - Georgetown is a grassroots, nonprofit organization created by breast cancer survivors. The center exists to serve women with breast cancer, their families and support systems, women who have questions about screening and biopsy and others in the community who are concerned about breast cancer issues.

Breast Cancer Resource Centers of Texas - North Austin is a grass roots, nonprofit organization created by breast cancer survivors. The center exists to serve women with breast cancer, their families and support systems, women who have questions about screening and biopsy and others in the community who are concerned about breast cancer issues.

Breast Cancer Resource Centers of Texas - Round Rock is a grassroots, nonprofit organization created by breast cancer survivors. The center exists to serve women with breast cancer, their families and support systems, women who have questions about screening and biopsy and others in the community who are concerned about breast cancer issues.

Brown Santa is a community service organization of the Travis County Sheriff’s Office and the other organizations and volunteers that staff it. The goal is to provide assistance to families in need in the unincorporated areas of Travis County.

Camp Agape Bereavement Camp for Children is a summer camp program designed specifically for children who have suffered the loss of a loved one. The free, Christian-based service offers all the fun of a typical summer camp along with group-therapy activities to assist the children with their bereavement process.

Cancer Connection, formerly CanCare Austin, is a growing network of cancer survivors and their family members offering hope and companionship for individuals and families affected by cancer. Volunteers visit cancer patients and their family members at hospitals and oncology centers. They provide refreshments, information and emotional support.

Capital Area Food Bank works to end hunger in the Austin area. Volunteers ensure donated food is suitable for distribution.

Capital IDEA is a partnership between Austin Interfaith and the Central Texas business community. The group’s goal is to connect dedicated, hard-working job-seekers with employment that will provide good salaries and benefits.

The Care Communities organizes volunteer teams to provide services, such as transportation, meal preparation and socializing, to individuals living with cancer or AIDS.

The Caring Place uses volunteer efforts to provide for needy families in Georgetown and northern Williamson County. Volunteers work as receptionists, cashiers, caseworkers, in the boutique and more.

Caritas of Austin seeks to establish a continuum of services for impoverished people to link them with the tools they need to obtain self-sufficiency. Direct-service volunteers work to provide life skills training to clients. Indirect-service volunteers help with special events, clerical duties and food drives.

CASA of Travis County Inc. recruits, screens, trains and supervises volunteers to provide “guardian ad litem” representation for abused and neglected children to help them reach a safe and permanent home.

CASA of Williamson County provides trained, court-appointed volunteers who advocate for the best interest of abused or neglected children on their journey to a safe, permanent home.

Catholic Charities of Central Texas volunteers work in a wide variety of programs that serve the needs of at-risk communities. Volunteers work in several capacities, including the food pantry and mentoring programs.

Cedar Park Public Library Foundation volunteers help repair and process books, prepare materials for the children’s program, help with special events and assist with other library needs. Volunteers must be 14 or older, and adults must pass a background check.

Celebration of Love works with area school districts and volunteers to give food and gifts to those in need. It also includes the Foreman-Phillips Reaching Out Center, which hosts a food pantry that is open every Friday from 2–5 p.m. Fresh Food for Families is the second Monday of every month from 2–4 p.m. and the Healthy Options Program for the Elderly occurs monthly on the third Thursday from 2–4 p.m.

Center for Child Protection advocates for victims of abuse or witnesses to violent crimes. Volunteers help with direct care for children and perform support tasks.

Central Texas SPCA is a no-kill shelter that provides care for homeless animals. Volunteers assist with direct animal care, fundraisers and adoption.

Central Texas Trail Tamers is a group of volunteers that donate labor to lessen the burdens of government for projects that enhance public use and protection of environmentally sensitive parks and preserves.

Charity Craft Volunteer Network and its volunteers create handmade quilts, toys and other items for those in need in the Austin area.

Children at Heart Ministries provides specialized services and resources for ministries that care for children and families, including STARRY and Texas Baptist Children’s Home in Round Rock.

College Forward provides college access and college persistence services to motivated, economically disadvantaged students in order to facilitate their transition to college. Volunteer roles are adapted to fit individual knowledge, skills and preferences.

Coming of Age Austin Metro inspires individuals 50 years of age and older to explore their interests, become community leaders, pursue lifelong learning and engage in meaningful volunteer service. Coming of Age helps connect volunteers to their passions and will find the right opportunity that will help them lead a rewarding life. Volunteer opportunities range from nonprofit capacity building to working in hospitals to delivering meals to seniors.

Communities In Schools of Central Texas surrounds students in a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. The organization provides support services to students and volunteers are needed to mentor or tutor students on a weekly basis during the school day.

Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas is the only dedicated pediatric hospital in Central Texas. Volunteers provide assistance to patients, families and staff and take part in fundraising and community outreach.

Down Syndrome Association of Central Texas provides education, support and resources to individuals with Down syndrome, their families, professionals and the community, while building public awareness and acceptance of the abilities of individuals with Down syndrome.

Easter Seals Central Texas, originally chartered as the Texas Society for Crippled Children, has been providing services to children and adults with disabilities and their caregivers since 1937. Volunteers help with special events, clerical duties, camp and the gala committee.

El Buen Samaritano Episcopal Mission has fulfilled a unique role in Austin as a provider of integrated health care, emergency food, advocacy, leadership, development and basic education for working-poor Hispanic families since 1987.

EMANCIPE+ is dedicated to preventing animal homelessness and putting an end to euthanasia as a means of population control by providing low-cost or free surgical sterilization of dogs and cats. Volunteers work as ambassadors in the clerical, appointment and clinic areas.

Fairy Godmother Foundation helps underprivileged high school-age girls attend their prom, homecoming or any special evening by giving them dresses, surrounding them with positive role models and encouraging future success. Open year-round by appointment only.

Faith in Action Caregivers - Georgetown assists older adults in maintaining quality of life and independence. Volunteers provide transportation, home repairs and companionship to the elderly.

Faith in Action Caregivers - North Central Austin assists older adults in maintaining quality of life and independence. Volunteers provide transportation, home repairs and companionship to the elderly.

Faith in Action Caregivers - Northwest assists older adults in maintaining quality of life and independence. Volunteers provide transportation, home repairs and companionship to the elderly.

Faith in Action Senior Access - Pflugerville and Round Rock assists older adults in maintaining quality of life and independence. Volunteers provide transportation, home repairs and companionship to the elderly.

Faith in Action Caregivers - Round Rock assists older adults in maintaining quality of life and independence. Volunteers provide transportation, home repairs and companionship to the elderly.

Faith in Action Caregivers - South Austin assists older adults in maintaining quality of life and independence. Volunteers provide transportation, home repairs and companionship to the elderly.

Family Eldercare provides support services to older adults, adults with disabilities and their caregivers in Austin and the surrounding area. Volunteers provide support to those lacking the support of friends and family by assisting with bill paying and visiting regularly. Other volunteers facilitate telephone activities for the Lifetime Connections Without Walls program. Volunteers are always needed and are instrumental in enabling the programs to impact the lives of older adults in the community.

Family Link is a nonprofit organization devoted to linking children who need homes with foster and adoptive parents in the Central Texas region.

Financial Literacy Coalition Central Texas, in collaboration with Texas AgriLife Extension Service, provides affordable and/or free money management education and training to adults and youth in the Central Texas area. FLCCT recruits and trains volunteers to provide this education and training.

Foundation Communities is a nonprofit organization providing service-enriched, affordable, quality housing to families and individuals with low incomes. Volunteers are financial coaches who assist clients in creating concrete short-term and long-term financial goals and provide them with the support and knowledge to reach the established goals. People can also volunteer to work in the Community Tax Center by providing tax preparation services.

Foundation for the Homeless Inc. mobilizes the resources of the community of faith to alleviate homelessness in the spirit of compassion, hope and love.

Friends of the Cedar Park Public Library is a nonprofit, supportive group of volunteers established in September 1980 to promote the library within the community. Its purpose is to support and strengthen the library’s resources and services to the public.

Friends of the Georgetown Public Library runs the Second Hand Prose used bookstore in the Georgetown Public Library. All funds from the bookstore go toward improvement of the library, such as children’s activities and special programs, as well as toward unfunded projects.

Friends of the Hutto Library helps fund library programs. Volunteers help with fundraising and support the library in various ways.

Friends of the Pflugerville Community Library provides funds to enhance library programs, publicize specific library activities, support legislation to strengthen libraries and promote literacy and life-long learning.

Friends of the Round Rock Public Library is a volunteer, nonprofit corporation whose main purpose is to support the library with funds and materials. The organization donates books and related library materials to the library and holds an ongoing book sale to raise funds for the library.

Friends of the Taylor Public Library plays a vital role in summer activities at the library. Each year, the group solicits sponsorships from local businesses to pay for performers and entertainers for the Summer Reading Program.

Front Steps works to end homelessness in Austin. It manages the Austin Resource Center for the Homeless, the Recuperative Care Project and a housing program. Volunteers help in the computer lab with administrative tasks and more. Those interested in volunteering must be 18 or older and can fill out an application online.

Georgetown Animal Shelter provides care for homeless animals. Volunteers assist with direct animal care and adoption.

Georgetown Medical Assist Team is a nonprofit first-responder organization that is registered with the Texas Department of State Health Services. Monthly meeting held at the Georgetown Fire Department Station No. 4 (4200 Airport Road) at 7:30 p.m. on the first Thursday each month.

Georgetown Partners in Education organizes community resources to benefit students and enrich their educational experience. Volunteers offer mentorship and tutoring to students.

Georgetown Project coordinates community resources to build a healthier environment for children and youth. Volunteers assist in fundraising and youth programs. Bridges to Growth, a program under the Georgetown Project that offers a free lending library, uses volunteers to assist with clerical duties and children’s events.

Girlstart volunteers work to encourage girls to pursue interests in math, science and technology through after-school programs and mentorship.

Goodwill Industries of Central Texas employs people with disabilities. Volunteers work in retail locations performing stocking and customer service duties.

Habitat for Humanity of Williamson County teams build quality houses for impoverished families. Volunteers assist in construction and clerical tasks.

Hands on Central Texas, a program of United Way Capital Area, strengthens communities though meaningful volunteer action. The organization provides more than 400 volunteer opportunities and projects including Days of Service and Volunteer Leadership.

Health Sense Home Care provides care in the comfort of the client’s home.

The HeliOS Project accepts broken computers, repairs them and then gives them to children who cannot afford them. Volunteers help sort parts, move machines and help organize computer parts and computers.

Helping Hand Home for Children provides therapeutic foster care for abused and neglected children. Volunteers read to children or help with homework.

Helping the Aging, Needy and Disabled Inc. is licensed by the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services and has provided personal assistance services in clients’ homes for more than 34 years. Its personal care attendants assist with activities of daily living so clients may continue to maintain their independence at home. Volunteers help with special events, assist case managers and personal care attendants in the support of home maintenance activities, and assist in providing “system navigation” for clients and elderly consumers who contact the agency.

Hill Country Community Ministries is a nonprofit corporation that provides food, clothing and financial assistance for people in crisis or poverty in southwest Williamson and northwest Travis counties.

Hope Pregnancy Center is a faith-based organization that provides resources and support to parents during or after an unplanned pregnancy. Volunteers help with fundraising events, checking in clients, counseling, and cleaning and working in the “Baby Boutique,” an on-site store with baby supplies and maternity clothes.

Hospice Austin has provided compassionate medical, emotional and spiritual care for terminally ill people and their loved ones in Central Texas for the past 30 years. As the only non-proft community hospice in Austin, they offer extensive services for all, including expert pain and symptom management, an in-patient facility, and volunteer and bereavement services in Travis, Bastrop, Williamson, Hays and Caldwell counties.

Humane Society of Williamson County is a not-for-profit organization founded in 1979. Its missions are to provide innovative programs and services to eliminate pet overpopulation and to improve the lives of pets and people in Williamson County. The minimum volunteer age is 8 years old.

  • 10930 E. Crystal Falls Parkway, Leander
  • 260-3602
  • www.hswc.net

Hutto Community Resource Center works together with the community to offer and assist with the network of resources that are available to meet the needs of individuals and families. Volunteers are needed to sort food donations, stock food pantry shelves, teach computer classes, answer phones, interview clients, refurbish computers and do data entry.

Just Because Christmas Project is a nonprofit program that was established in 1992 in association with St. William’s Parish of Round Rock. The purpose of this project is to serve underprivileged families that live outside the city limits of Round Rock or that do not get help from other agencies. Volunteers are needed before Christmas to help sort goods, wrap presents and distribute items to families in need at the annual Just Because Christmas Project at Hernandez Middle School.

Keep Austin Beautiful works to beautify and enhance the living environment of the community. Volunteers work on service projects, including creek and road cleanups.

Knowbility is a nonprofit organization supporting the independence of people with disabilities by promoting the use and improving the availability of accessible information technology. Volunteers help with special events.

Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center was founded by former first lady Lady Bird Johnson and Helen Hayes in 1982 to protect and preserve North America’s native plants and natural landscapes. The Wildflower Center offers volunteer opportunities in the garden, festivals, educational programs and the gift store.

LifeSteps works to eliminate substance abuse in Williamson County through prevention, intervention, counseling, education and family services. Volunteers help with clerical duties.

LifeWorks helps individuals, youth and families by providing counseling, education and housing. Volunteers are needed for Project Holiday Help and more.

LifeWorks - Literacy Program provides instruction for basic literacy and English as a Second Language (ESL) to adults, ages 17 and older, who read below the fifth-grade level. Trained volunteers tutor ESL adult in basic education.

Lighthouse Hospice volunteers may provide end-of-life companionship for patients and their families or perform administrative tasks.

Literacy Council of Williamson County improves adult literacy in the county. Volunteers tutor adults and help them earn their GED certificate.

Little Helping Hands provides ongoing opportunities to educate young children about the value of community service while at the same time providing a fun and positive learning experience for the entire family.

Livestrong was founded in 1997 by cancer survivor and champion cyclist Lance Armstrong. Livestrong provides practical information and tools people with cancer can use to live life on their own terms and unites people to fight cancer. Livestrong offers both volunteer and internship opportunities.

Lone Star Circle of Care provides primary health care for uninsured patients in Central Texas. Volunteers help with administrative tasks and act as patient advocates.

  • 1500 W. University Ave., Ste. 103, Georgetown
  • 686-0207, ext. 10116
  • www.lscctx.org

Make a Wish Foundation of Central and South Texas grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions. Volunteers assist in wish-granting, fundraising and event planning. The nonprofit is also looking for Spanish-speaking volunteers.

Meals on Wheels and More makes and delivers nutritious meals to housebound members of the community. Volunteers deliver meals by bike or by car and help with home repairs, grocery shopping and more.

Meals on Wheels - Greater Austin Area makes and delivers nutritious meals to housebound members of the community. Volunteers deliver meals by bike or by car.

Meals on Wheels - Leander, Cedar Park & Liberty Hill makes and delivers nutritious meals to housebound members of the community. Volunteers deliver meals by car.

Meals on Wheels - Round Rock makes and delivers nutritious meals to housebound members of the community. Volunteers deliver meals by car.

Meals on Wheels - Taylor makes and delivers nutritious meals to housebound members of the community. Volunteers deliver meals by car and help with activities at the senior center.

MEDICO provides medical, eye and dental services to remote areas of Central America where there is little or no basic health care. Volunteers go in mission teams. Local volunteers condense medicine in the warehouse.

Miracle League at Town & Country is a league for special-needs children that allows them to play baseball. Volunteers work in concessions, help the children play, provide coaching and more.

Mobile Loaves & Fishes Downtown Alliance of Churches is a social outreach ministry for the homeless and indigent working poor. Its mission is to provide food, clothing and dignity to those in need. It accomplishes this mission by delivering food every night of the week. Volunteers help prepare and deliver meals.

Mobile Loaves & Fishes Lake Hills Church is a social outreach ministry for the homeless and indigent working poor. Its mission is to provide food, clothing and dignity to those in need. It accomplishes this mission by delivering food every night of the week. Volunteers help prepare and deliver meals.

Mobile Loaves & Fishes St. John Neumann is a social outreach ministry for the homeless and indigent working poor. Its mission is to provide food, clothing and dignity to those in need. It accomplishes this mission by delivering food every night of the week. Volunteers help prepare and deliver meals.

Mobile Loaves & Fishes St. Louis is a social outreach ministry for the homeless and indigent working poor. Its mission is to provide food, clothing and dignity to those in need. It accomplishes this mission by delivering food every night of the week. Volunteers help prepare and deliver meals.

Mobile Loaves & Fishes St. Thomas More is a social outreach ministry for the homeless and indigent working poor. Its mission is to provide food, clothing and dignity to those in need. It accomplishes this mission by delivering food every night of the week. Volunteers help prepare and deliver meals.

The Neighborhood Conference Committee (NCC) of Williamson County strives to keep students who are truant out of the Juvenile Justice system and empowers students to take positive control of their education. NCC is currently seeking volunteer panel members in Georgetown to complete interviews with students and families. Volunteers must pass a background check and complete the program training.

Open My World Therapeutic Riding Center serves youths with disabilities using horses for their therapy. Volunteers ages 15 and older are needed to work directly with the students and horses or in other capacities.

Out Youth promotes the well-being and identity affirmation of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender youth. Volunteers provide mentoring and participate in activities.

P.A.W.S. of Austin (Protection for Animal Welfare Services) prevents cruelty to all animals by promoting humane standards through education and example, providing care and shelter for homeless animals, aiding in the reduction of domestic animal overpopulation and aiding in the enforcement of laws, including the investigation of animal cruelty and abuse.

People’s Community Clinic was founded in 1970 and is a nonprofit, primary health care facility meant to provide high-quality medical, counseling and health education services at reasonable costs to uninsured and underinsured individuals and families in the Austin area.

Pflugerville ISD volunteers can help mentor, read to students, act as guest speakers and participate in after-school programs.

Planned Parenthood of the Texas Capital Region is dedicated to helping people make informed, private decisions in matters of sexuality, reproduction and parenthood. Volunteers perform outreach in the community by attending community events.

  • Administrative office: 201 E. Ben White Blvd., Bldg. B, Austin 78704
  • 275-0171
  • www.ppaustin.org

Project Linus - Williamson/Travis/Hays County Chapter provides handmade blankets for children going through a difficult time in their lives. The nonprofit works with about 40 organizations including police departments, hospitals and children’s shelters.

Project School House helps build educational opportunities in developing countries through various programs such as giving used books to schools. Volunteers help sort books, give away books at events and coordinate book drives.

R.O.C.K. (Ride On Center for Kids) is a nonprofit provider of therapeutic horseback riding and hippotherapy for children and adults with cognitive and physical challenges. There are opportunities to volunteer directly with the students, with the horses, in the office and on committees.

Ronald McDonald House of Austin provides housing and support for families of critically ill children. Volunteers prepare meals and perform administrative duties. Volunteers are also needed to staff the Ronald McDonald Family Rooms in the hospital.

Round Rock Area Serving Center is a nonprofit social services agency and food pantry that serves the Round Rock, Hutto and Wells Branch areas by providing financial assistance for rent, utilities, transportation, temporary lodging and prescriptions.

Round Rock Circle of Friends raises funds for the Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas. Volunteers help with fundraising.

Round Rock Family YMCA volunteers assist in many programs that build stronger families and communities.

Round Rock Senior Citizens Foundation funds the Senior Center and other programs for seniors.

Royal Family Kids Camp serves abused and neglected children ages 7 through 11 years old.

Royal Neighbors of America was founded in 1895 and is a nonprofit insurance organization dedicated to supporting members by providing value-added benefits and opportunities for its members to give back to the community. Volunteers participate in a variety of projects within the community.

RRISD Partners in Education Foundation generates and distributes resources to RRISD.

SafePlace is ending sexual and domestic violence through safety, healing, prevention and social change. Volunteers work with families and individuals and provide assistance in administrative roles. They accompany survivors to court, plan children’s birthday parties, deliver toys and more.

The Salvation Army volunteers work in a wide variety of programs that assist the needy, including social services, character-building activities and collecting donations.

Samaritan Health Ministries provides low-cost health care services to the uninsured. Volunteers support medical professionals by doing administrative duties or serving as translators. Medical professionals may also donate their time. Pharmacy technicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, physicians, dental hygienists and more are needed.

Scottish Rite Learning Center of Austin Inc. provides dyslexic individuals with a proven research-based, multisensory approach for learning the basic language skills of reading, writing and spelling through the ongoing charitable commitment of the Scottish Rite Masons.

Seedling Foundation provides one-on-one mentoring relationships for Austin ISD’s most vulnerable, at-risk students, including children of the incarcerated. Mentors from the community have lunch with their new friends once a week at the school and are highly trained and supported by the Seedling’s Promise Program staff.

Sierra Club strives to explore, enjoy and protect the wild places of the earth; to practice and promote the responsible use of the earth’s ecosystems and resources; to educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and to use all lawful means to carry out these objectives.

Southwest Austin Caregivers is an organization established to provide support services that enhance the independence and quality of life for older adults in the Southwest Austin area.

STARRY provides shelter and foster care to abused and neglected children, as well as family counseling. Volunteers maintain facilities and care for children, and they can also help in the mentoring program that partners with the Round Rock ISD.

Stonehaven Senior Center volunteers provide companionship and entertainment to residents.

  • 1704 Hart St., Georgetown
  • 863-5141

Susan G. Komen for the Cure - Austin Affiliate provides support, outreach and research in the fight against breast cancer. Volunteers are needed to help with Race for the Cure, special events, public policy, public relations, community outreach and more.

Sustainable Food Center is in charge of the Austin Farmer’s Market and creates opportunities for individuals to make healthy food choices and to participate in a vibrant local food system. Volunteer opportunities include clerical duties, school garden mentors, chef demos, child care, working in the information booth at the Austin Farmer’s Market and more.

T. Don Hutto Residential Center is a temporary dentition center for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Volunteers perform religious services and bible studies for various denominations, host recreational and crafting classes, and teach gardening and other various skills. All volunteers must pass a security clearance.

The Taylor Animal Shelter provides care for homeless animals. Volunteers help with animal care, transportation to veterinary appointments, fundraising, off-site adoptions and kennel

Taylor Family YMCA volunteers assist in many programs that build stronger families and communities.

Taylor Public Library volunteers assist with summer programs, help with crafts and reshelve books.

Ten Thousand Villages of Austin provides vital, fair income to people living in Third World countries by marketing their handicrafts and telling their stories in North America. The organization works with artisans who would otherwise be unemployed or underemployed. This income helps pay for food, education, health care and housing. The store is almost entirely run by volunteers. Other ways volunteers can help Ten Thousand Villages is through customer service.

Texas Advocacy Project provides free legal services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault throughout Texas. Volunteers help with hotline screening, administrative assistant tasks and more.

Texas Youth Commission has volunteer opportunities working with adjudicated youth in Austin. Volunteers are needed for a variety of roles, including members of the Austin Community Advisory Council, mentors, substance abuse support group leaders, skills trainers, crafts and gardening projects, and internships.

Therapy Pet Pals of Texas Inc. provides pet therapy to patients and residents in about 70 health care facilities in the Austin area. Volunteers and their dogs visit assigned health care facilities twice a month and bond with the elderly and ill people they serve. Volunteer qualifying and training classes are held in Austin four times a year. Call to register and to get more information about the application process.

Thundering Paws Animal Sanctuary provides care and shelter for homeless cats. TPAWS promotes humane care through education and by example. TPAWS is in need of foster homes and volunteers that can help out at the Sanctuary or events throughout the year.

The Blood and Tissue Center of Central Texas is the exclusive provider and guardian of the community blood supply for more than 37 medical facilities in a 10-county service area of Central Texas. Volunteers assist on blood drives, serve refreshments in our donor centers, provide office support and transport blood product in the center’s vehicles

Thirst No More is a Christian aid organization whose mission is to transform communities through the power of compassion. Its projects are typically in regions where people have been ravaged by war, tyranny or natural disaster. Thirst No More recruits volunteers of all ages for church projects, disaster relief and humanitarian projects.

Thundering Paws Animal Sanctuary provides care and shelter for homeless cats. TPAWS promotes humane care through education and by example. TPAWS is in need of foster homes and volunteers that can help out at the sanctuary events we held throughout the year.

Town Lake Animal Shelter takes in more than 23,000 animals each year. Volunteers help care for shelter animals and assist with adoption.

Trails at the Park Learning Center is a free after-school program dedicated to providing a safe haven and academic support to low-income children and encouraging them to become good citizens. Volunteers work with children, serve on a committee or assist staff.

Trails at Vintage Creek Learning Center is a free after-school program dedicated to providing a safe haven and academic support to low-income children and encouraging them to become good citizens. Volunteers work with children, serve on a committee or assist staff.

Treasure of the Hills Senior Center provides a place for seniors to gather for games, fellowship and romance.

Twin Lakes Family YMCA volunteers assist in many programs that build stronger families and communities. Most volunteer opportunities are for youth coaches and special events.

United Way Capital Area addresses critical social issues by bringing people and resources together to create opportunities for individuals, families and neighborhoods to prosper.

United Way of Williamson County is a nonprofit that seeks to advance the common good by focusing on education, income and health. Volunteers are needed for three free tax preparation sites (Taylor, Georgetown and Leander) from January to April. Free training is provided. Volunteers are also needed for the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service and Fall Day of Caring projects.

Villa Esperanza focuses on alleviating the challenges of first-generation college students through scholarships and mentoring. Its focus is in Austin, with the hope of achieving a global reach through its work. Volunteers help with event planning, community outreach, fundraising and developing and implementing mentoring programs.

The Volunteer Center is the central clearinghouse for volunteerism in Williamson County. The center coordinates with local nonprofit organizations to place volunteers where they are best suited.

WeViva provides fitness and nutrition programs for women in underserved communities throughout Austin. WeViva seeks to help participants adapt healthier lifestyle through an environment of fun fitness, social support and routine development. Volunteers help with tasks including child-care, development, marketing and program administration.

Williamson-Burnet County Opportunities volunteers work in a wide range of services, including child development programs and Meals on Wheels that benefit low-income members of the community.

Williamson County Brown Santa provides assistance to families in Williamson County living outside the geographical city limits of any town or city within the county not providing a similar program. Brown Santa purchases toys, books and other items needed to make Christmas brighter for children. Volunteers help with special events and boxing gifts.

Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center (WCCAC) is a nonprofit organization that provides assistance to abused children, non-offending family members and the professionals dedicated to the intervention, investigation, prosecution and treatment options related to child abuse cases. Volunteers are needed to greet families.

Williamson County Community Coordinated Child Care (WC4C) offers programs and services to ensure and promote quality, affordable and accessible early childhood education and care for young children in Williamson County. There are opportunities to directly volunteer with the children at our WC4C Child Development Center, in the office, on committees and fundraising events.

  • 805 W. University, Ste. 102, Georgetown
  • 966-1500
  • www.wc4c.org

Williamson County Crisis Center Hope Alliance provides services and counseling to victims of family and sexual violence. Volunteers answer crisis calls and assist in a variety of programs.

Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter provides care for homeless animals. Volunteers assist the staff and walk dogs.

Williamson County Symphony Orchestra travels throughout the county performing free concerts. Volunteers are needed to assist at performances, and musicians can visit the website to look for open positions.

Workers Defense Project is a membership-based organization that empowers low-income workers to ensure fair employment through education, direct services, community organizing and strategic partnerships. Volunteers are needed to work with workers who haven’t been paid for their work, help out in the office, provide English/Spanish translation and help support community organizing efforts. Spanish speakers are highly needed.

The Wright House Wellness Center gives care and compassion to Central Texans living with or at risk of chronic illness by providing resources for support, education and empowerment by offering holistic services.

YMCA of Austin - North Park Branch puts Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body. The purpose of the YMCA of Austin is to enhance the lives of people in the community by providing quality programs, activities and facilities that develop and maintain opportunities. Volunteers help with special events, coaching, maintenance, mentoring and more.

YMCA of Austin - Northwest Branch puts Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body. The purpose of the YMCA of Austin is to enhance the lives of people in the community by providing quality programs, activities and facilities that develop and maintain opportunities. Volunteers help with special events or youth programs.

YMCA of Austin - Southwest Branch puts Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body. The purpose of the YMCA of Austin is to enhance the lives of people in the community by providing quality programs, activities and facilities that develop and maintain opportunities. Volunteers help with special events and youth programs.

YMCA of Austin - Town Lake Branch puts Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body. The purpose of the YMCA of Austin is to enhance the lives of people in the community by providing quality programs, activities and facilities that develop and maintain opportunities. Volunteers helps with special events and youth programs.

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