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FEATURES
Compiled by: Emilie Lutostanski
Design by: Jean Henric
Volunteer Guide 2015
AGE of Central Texas—Adult Day Care Center Round
Rock serves older adults, adults with dementia and family
caregivers throughout the Central Texas region. Volunteers assist with and lead engaging activities for participants.
475 Round Rock West Drive, Ste. 120, Round Rock
512-255-4865
www.ageofcentraltx.org
Twitter: @austinelderly
The Blood and Tissue Center of Central Texas is the
exclusive provider and guardian of the community blood supply
for more than 38 medical facilities in the 10-county service
area of Central Texas. Volunteers assist on blood drives, serve
refreshments in donor centers, provide office support and
transport blood product in the center’s vehicles.
4300 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin 78756
512-206-1189
www.inyourhands.org
Twitter: @CentralTXBlood
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.
Breast Cancer Resource Centers of Texas—North
Austin is a 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.
3520 Executive Center Drive, Ste. 140, Austin 78731
512-241-0420
www.alz.org/texascapital
Twitter: @capitaltexasalz
Austin Atheists Helping the Homeless is a group of
secular volunteers who collect, sort and distribute basic living items to people who are homeless at monthly giveaways.
ATXAHH is 100 percent volunteer based. Many of its volunteers
also knit or crochet items to be given away at the giveaways—
washcloths for the summer and hats and scarves for the winter.
www.atxahh.com
Twitter: @ATXAHH
Austin Dog Alliance is a nonprofit organization provid-
ing vocational training for adults with special needs, training
PTSD service dogs for veterans and training handler-dog
teams for local hospitals, rehabilitation centers and nursing
homes, schools and libraries. Volunteers assist with programs
including summer camps, dog rescue and training and office
management. Volunteers also visit hospitals, nursing homes
and schools with their dogs.
1321 W. New Hope Drive, Cedar Park
512-335-7100
www.austindogalliance.org
Twitter: @ausdogalliance
Austin LifeCare Northwest offers a variety of free services
to families experiencing unplanned pregnancies, such as
pregnancy tests, limited ultrasounds, resource and spiritual
counseling, education and mentoring. Clients can obtain material assistance through the Earn-While-You-Learn program. Volunteer opportunities include peer counseling, office assistance
and client mentoring.
2701 US 183, Ste. C, Leander
512-260-8855
www.austinlifecare.com
12221 N. MoPac, Austin 78758
512-901-6644
www.bcrc.org
Twitter: @BCRCofTexas
Camp Agape Bereavement Camp for Children is a
summer camp program designed specifically for children
ages 7–12 who have suffered the loss of a loved one. The free,
Christian-based service offers all the fun experiences of a typical summer camp along with group therapy activities to assist
children with their bereavement process. Volunteer opportunities include serving as camp buddies and other functions at
camp.
P.O. Box 1484, Marble Falls
214-674-1205
www.campagapetexas.org
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.
805 W. University Ave., Ste. 111, Georgetown
512-868-2822
www.casawilco.org
Twitter: @casawctx
Cedar Park Public Library Foundation volunteers work
mainly with fundraising, but they can also assist with other
library needs. Volunteers must be age 14 or older, and adults
must pass a background check.
550 Discovery Blvd., Cedar Park
512-401-5600, Ext. 3
www.cedarparktexas.gov/library
Twitter: @cedarparkpublib
512-250-5021
www.driveasenior.org
Equine Rehabilitation of Central Texas works to improve
the lives of abused and neglected horses as well as individuals
with disabilities. Volunteers walk with horses, help in the barn
and complete special projects.
17000 Trails End Cove, Leander
512-484-8480
www.horseserct.org
The Foster Angels of Central Texas Foundation’s mission is to improve the lives of children in foster care, ensuring
that each child has his or her basic needs met, and to provide
life-enriching and life-enhancing experiences whenever possible. The foundation serves 30 counties and 5,000 children.
P.O. Box 152575, Austin 78715
512-732-2329
www.fosterangelsctx.org
Twitter: @fosterangels
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. Members may volunteer at the two annual used
book sales to provide funding for the library.
550 Discovery Blvd., Cedar Park
512-401-5600
www.cedarparktexas.gov/library
Twitter: @cedarparkpublib
Gentiva Hospice serves Williamson and Burnet counties.
Volunteers may provide end-of-life companionship for patients
and their families or perform administrative tasks.
2913 Williams Drive, Ste. 320, Georgetown
512-942-6261
www.gentiva.com
Habitat for Humanity of Williamson County teams
build quality houses for local low-income families. Volunteers
assist in construction, office administration and customer
service, and they also handle donations at the ReStore, a thrift
store for building materials.
2108 N. Austin Ave., Georgetown
512-863-4344
www.williamsonhabitat.org
Twitter: @HabitatWilCo
Central Texas SPCA is a no-kill shelter that provides care for
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas pairs vol-
unteers with children in need of mentoring and positive role
models. Men and Spanish-speaking volunteers are especially
needed.
1400 Tillery St., Austin 78721
512-472-5437
www.bigmentoring.org/volunteer
Twitter: @bigmentoring
909 S. Bagdad Road, Leander
512-260-7722
www.centraltexasspca.org
Twitter: @centraltxspca
Conviction Yoga is a project teaching prison inmates a
blend of Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga with an emphasis on Buddhist and other meditation techniques. The main focus is to
provide spiritual rehabilitation and help inmates to find peace
of mind and spirit. Conviction Yoga is seeking male and female
volunteers to carry the yoga message into Texas prisons.
512-944-5190
www.convictionyoga.com
[email protected]
Drive a Senior—Northwest Austin, serving Northwest
Austin, Cedar Park and Leander, assists older adults in
maintaining their quality of life and independence. Volunteers
provide transportation, home repairs and companionship to the
elderly.
10633 Lake Creek Parkway, Austin 78750
Gene Davis
Courtesy Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas
homeless animals. Volunteers assist with direct animal care,
fundraisers and adoption. Opportunities are also available for
children who are accompanied by an adult.
Hope Alliance provides services and counseling to victims of
family and sexual violence. Volunteers answer crisis calls and
assist in a variety of programs.
1011 Gattis School Road, Ste. 106, Round Rock
1-800-460-SAFE (7233),
512-255-1212 (for Williamson County)
www.hopealliancetx.org
Twitter: @hopealliance_ed
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Literacy Council of Williamson County improves adult
literacy in the county and offers English as a second language
courses. Volunteers tutor individuals to improve literacy in various aspects of life and help them earn their GED certificate and
citizenship.
2411 Williams Drive, Ste. 1, Georgetown
512-869-0497
www.literacycouncil-wc.org
Meals on Wheels—Leander, Cedar Park and Liberty
Hill makes and delivers nutritious meals to homebound members of the community. Volunteers deliver meals by car.
1111 N. I-35, Ste. 220, Round Rock
512-255-6799
www.unitedway-wc.org
Twitter: @unitedwaywilco
Veterans Connection Thrift Store sells donated items
with proceeds benefiting the No Longer Homeless Project in
support of military veterans. Volunteers assist with unpacking,
hanging and sorting items, as well as light furniture moving and
helping customers with purchases.
1601 S. I-35, Ste. 330, Round Rock
512-218-1372
Williamson-Burnet County Opportunities volunteers
Bagdad Activity Center, 351 N. Bagdad Road, Leander
512-259-0288
www.wbco.net/services_meals.html
work in a wide range of services, including child development
programs and Meals on Wheels, that benefit low-income members of the community. Volunteers are needed to assist in Head
Start classrooms and deliver meals to homebound seniors.
Mobile Loaves & Fishes—St. Thomas More Catholic
Church is a social outreach ministry for the homeless and
604 High Tech Drive, Georgetown
512-763-1400
www.wbco.net
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.
10205 N. FM 620, Austin 78726
512-258-1161
www.mlf.org
Twitter: @mlfnow
Open My World Therapeutic Riding Center serves
individuals with disabilities using horses for therapy. Volunteers
age 15 and older are needed Tue.–Sat. to work directly with the
individuals, horses, petting zoo animals or in other capacities.
Younger volunteers cannot help with therapeutic riding sessions. Volunteers receive training before starting.
1020 CR 270, Leander
512-259-6665
www.openmyworld.org
Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas is dedicated to
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 already
providing a similar program. Brown Santa purchases toys,
books and other items needed to make Christmas brighter for
children. Volunteers help with special events, packing boxes,
wrapping gifts and more.
508 S. Rock St., Georgetown
512-943-1300
www.wilcobrownsanta.com
Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center 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 provide hospitality to families and children, answer
phones and give administrative assistance.
helping people make informed, private decisions in matters of
sexuality, reproduction and parenthood. Volunteers perform
outreach in the community by attending community events.
1811 SE Inner Loop, Georgetown
512-943-3701
www.wilcocac.org
Administrative office, 201 E. Ben White Blvd., Bldg. B, Austin
78704
512-276-8076
www.ppgreatertx.org
Twitter: @ppgreatertx
Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter provides
Project Linus—Williamson/Travis/Hays/Bastrop
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.
512-448-1851
www.orgsites.com/tx/austinlinus
Run Free Texas offers a 12-week running and walking pro-
gram for at-risk youth faced with deteriorating family structure,
gang and criminal activity, violence in schools, peer pressure,
bullying, substance abuse issues and other social challenges.
Volunteers act as motivators and talk to juveniles about goalsetting, failure and healthy habits.
14900 Avery Ranch Blvd., Ste. 278, Austin 78717
512-788-4762
www.runfreetexas.org
Twitter: @runfreetexas
Twin Lakes Family YMCA volunteers assist in programs
that help build stronger families and communities. Most available volunteer opportunities are for youth coaches and special
events.
care for homeless animals. Volunteers support the staff by
socializing animals, assisting with cleaning, fundraising and
off-site event help, office work and helping customers. Search
Facebook for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter
for more information.
1855 SE Inner Loop, Georgetown
512-943-3322
www.wilcopets.org
Twitter: @wilcopets
Williamson County Symphony Orchestra travels
throughout the county performing free concerts. Volunteers are
needed to assist at performances, and musicians may visit the
website to find open positions.
1007 Green Meadow Drive, Round Rock
512-789-5073
www.wilcoso.org
Twitter: @wilcoorchestra
This guide is not a comprehensive list of all
area organizations that need volunteers. If your
organization is not included, email us at listings@
impactnews.com, and we will add it to our online list.
For more Cedar Park/Leander volunteer opportunities
visit: impactnews.com/volunteerguide
Fairy Godmother
Foundation helps under-
privileged 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. Email brittany@
austinfairygodmother.org
for year-round volunteer
opportunities that include
organizing the collection of
formal clothing, assisting
with finding dresses and
more.
Courtesy Keri Byer
income, health and basic needs. Volunteers are needed for four
free tax preparation sites—Hutto, Georgetown, Leander and
Taylor—from January through 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.
Fairy Godmother Foundation
Staffers stand outside the store,
which is painted pink.
10303 E. Crystal Falls
Parkway, Leander
512-709-9867
www.austinfairygodmother.org
Hill Country Community
Ministries
Hill Country
Community Ministries
is a nonprofit corporation
that provides food and
clothing for people
in crisis or poverty in
southwest Williamson
and northwest Travis
counties. Executive director
Sherry McDonald said the
nonprofit organization,
which celebrated its 30th
anniversary in September,
relies on support from local
churches, businesses,
civic organizations and
individuals.
Emilie Lutostanski
2800 E. Whitestone Blvd., Ste. 120, Cedar Park
512-748-1763
www.jbmhope.com
United Way of Williamson County focuses on education,
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Volunteers help with sorting
clothing and food.
1005 Lacy Drive, Leander
512-259-0360
www.hccm.org
Texas Humane Heroes
Texas Humane Heroes
celebrates its 35th year
in 2014. The nonprofit
has a mission to provide
innovative programs and
services to eliminate pet
homelessness and to
improve the lives of pets
and people throughout
Central Texas. Volunteers
help clean kennels and
spend time with the
animals and assist with
administrative duties
and event planning. The
minimum volunteer age is
8 years old.
Courtesy Texas Humane Heroes
that was established in 1987 in association with St. William’s
Parish of Round Rock. The purpose of this project is to serve
underprivileged families who live outside the city limits of
Round Rock or those who 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.
204 E. Little Elm Trail, Cedar Park
512-250-9622
www.ymcagwc.org
Twitter: @cedarparkymca
Both cats and dogs are available for adoption.
10930 E. Crystal Falls
Parkway, Leander
512-260-3602
www.texashumaneheroes.org
Thirst No More
Thirst No More is a
Christian aid organization based in Cedar Park
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. Past project
locations include Haiti,
Tanzania and Iraq.
Courtesy Thirst No More
Just Because Christmas Project is a nonprofit program
FEATURES
Thirst No More has provided
water in several countries.
P.O. Box 2290, Cedar Park
512-382-4318
www.thirstnomore.org
Twitter: @tnmtweets