VOLUNTEER GUIDE GUIDE
For those looking to help out in the North San Antonio community, there are several local nonpro t groups that o er volunteer opportunities and accept donations. This list is noncomprehensive. Volunteer requirements APP Application OTN Orientation BC Background check AGE Under age 18 allowed
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EMPOWER CHILDREN 1 Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Texas Step up to mentor at-risk youth by meeting one-on-one with a child at least once a month to do something fun together after being matched as a big brother or big sister. APP OTN BC 10843 Gulfdale St., San Antonio 210 225 6322 www.bigmentor.org 2 Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Central Texas, Inc. Undergo training to learn how to advocate for and speak on behalf of neglected, abused and at-risk children and their families who are part of the child welfare and juvenile justice systems. APP OTN BC 1619 E. Common St., Ste. 301, New Braunfels 830 626 2272 www.casacentex.org 3 Communities in Schools of South Central Texas Change the lives of children by mentoring students in schools or helping customers and processing donations at the CIS Thrift Store, which bene ts Communities in Schools. APP OTN BC 161 S. Castell Ave., New Braunfels 830 620 4247 www.cis-sct.org 4 San Antonio Children’s Shelter Help make a child’s life brighter through tutoring or mentorship, or volunteering to help with a fundraising event. APP BC 2939 W. Woodlawn Ave., San Antonio 210 212 2500 www.childrensshelter.org 5 San Antonio Youth Literacy Volunteer to be a reading buddy, and work with second graders at an area school; work in administration; or sign up to help at the annual San Antonio Book Festival. APP AGE 2527 Rim Oak, San Antonio
100 E. Guenther St., San Antonio 210 227 1373 www.sara-tx.org
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Texas
Meals on Wheels
7 Green Spaces Alliance of South Texas O er up your time and skills to support e orts to preserve open lands and enhance the urban environment. Volunteer opportunities include helping with the land conservation program, the community gardens program or the Picture Your World youth photography program as well as supporting events, including Nature Fest and Run the River 5K. APP 108 E. Mistletoe Ave., San Antonio 210 222 8430 www.greensatx.org FEED THE HUNGRY 8 San Antonio Food Bank Help sort food donations; plant and harvest crops at the garden or farm; or help out at the warehouse. APP AGE 5200 Enrique M. Barrera Parkway, San Antonio 210 337 3663 www.safoodbank.org SERVE SENIORS 9 Meals on Wheels Deliver hot, nutritious meals to seniors; sign up to be a senior companion; or help cook and package meals in the kitchen. APP BC 4306 N. W. Loop 410, San Antonio 210 735 5115 www.mowsatx.org HELP ANIMALS 10 Animal Defense League of Texas Volunteer opportunities include walking dogs, working in the cattery and helping animals recover after treatment in the medical clinic as well as helping in more administrative roles, such as marketing and fundraising. OTN AGE 210 Tuleta Drive, San Antonio 210 655 1481 www.adltxas.org 11 San Antonio Humane Society Support pet adoption by walking dogs, washing pet-related laundry. Veterinary students can help with pet surgeries in the on-site medical clinic. APP OTN BC AGE 4804 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio 210 226 7461 www.sahumane.org/volunteer
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BETTER THE CITY 12 Holocaust Memorial Museum of San Antonio Support HMMSA’s daily operations and special projects, or serve as a tour guide and educate museum visitors about the Holocaust, what it means today and the organization’s mission. APP OTN BC AGE 12500 NW Military Hwy., San Antonio 201 302 6807 www.hmmsa.org 13 SA2020 [The Board Game] Play The Board Game by applying to participate and paying a $25 fee. Individuals and nonpro ts attend training and then go through a process to match potential nonpro t board members with nonpro ts in which to give their time and skills. APP OTN AGE 123 Heiman St., San Antonio 210 704 1025 www.sa2020.org SUPPORT FAMILIES 14 Morgan’s Wonderland Camp Help with daily camp activities and camp upkeep to ensure the camp is accessible and a positive environment for visitors of all abilities. APP OTN BC AGE 23400 Cibolo Vista, San Antonio 210 866 4200 www.morganswonderlandcamp.com 15 The Saddle Light Center Clean out stables, walk horses or support disabled clients by walking with them as they take therapeutic riding lessons. APP OTN 17530 Old Evans Road, Selma 210 651 9574 www.thesaddlelightcenter.com 16 Transplants for Children Donate to e orts designed to aid families navigating the pediatric transplant process. Or make your monetary donation a gift in memory of an organ donor or loved one, or to celebrate your doctor’s birthday or transplant anniversary. APP 11107 Wurzbach Road, Ste. 201, San Antonio 210 949 1212 www.tfcsatx.org
HELP THE COMMUNITY 17 Eva’s Heroes Enrich the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities by engaging them in various activities and/or helping with fundraisers throughout the year. APP OTN BC AGE 11120 Wurzbach Road, Ste. 300, San Antonio 210 694 9090 www.evasheroes.org 18 San Antonio Independent Living Services Help individuals with disabilities and their families to further improve their quality of life with development/re nement of independent living skills, peer support and community advocacy. APP OTN 11306 Sir Winston St., Bldg. F, San Antonio 210 281 1878 www.sailstx.org Donate or become an “Ambassador” or a “Steel Mag,” and help past and present Green Berets and their families who might be struggling with recovery from wounds, health and wellness issues, or the transition to civilian life. GBF also aids Gold Star families. APP OTN BC 14351 Blanco Road, San Antonio 844 287 7133 www.greenberetfoundation.org 20 Military Warriors Support Foundation Help to provide a smooth transition in life for wounded warriors and Gold Star families by backing programs and activities focused on housing, transportation, recreation and leadership development. APP 211 N. Loop 1604 E., Ste. 250, San Antonio 210 615 8973 www.militarywarriors.org 21 Operation Homefront Aid programs and activities meant to support military families via critical nancial assistance, transitional and permanent housing and caregiver support services. APP OTN BC 1355 Central Parkway S., Ste. 100, San Antonio 210 659 7756 www.operationhomefront.org SERVE VETERANS 19 Green Beret Foundation
210 422 9708 www.sayl.org
CARE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT 6 San Antonio River Authority
Help reduce litter and pollutants in rivers and creeks by signing up to be a River Warrior and participating in clean-up events. APP
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