Nonprofit Volunteer guide
support for first responders, light search and rescue and shelter relief. Sample activities: emergency preparedness certification, working events, providing first aid, assisting with cooling stations, parking lot and traffic control, communication, administrative tasks, logistics Donations accepted: monetary • 810 S. Stagecoach Drive, San Marcos • www.hayscountycert.com Hays County Food Bank This organization provides food at no cost to low-income households and those suffering from a food emergency due to job loss, medical emergencies and disasters. Sample activities: market assistants, warehouse sorting, food rescue pick-up Donations accepted: unopened, shelf-stable food that
• 2725 Hunter Rd., San Marcos • www.casacentex.org
Empower children
Austin Angels The founding chapter of the National Angels network offers support for children, youth and families in the foster care community. Sample activities: babysitting, tutoring, and mentorship Donations accepted: monetary, gift cards • No physical address • www.austinangels.com CASA of Central Texas This nonprofit organization trains community volunteers to provide high-quality, best-interest advocacy for children in foster care. Sample activities: Court Appointed Special Advocate, community outreach support, fundraising, event support Donations accepted: monetary, in-kind aid, comfort kits, hygiene kits, supply drives, book drives
Help neighbors
Bobcat Build’s Big Event At this annual service event in April, Texas State University students donate their time to help residents in the San Marcos and Kyle communities with landscaping and home improvement projects. Sample activities: mowing lawns, trimming trees, painting walls, cleaning windows Donations accepted: building materials, shovels, tools, paint brushes • 601 University Drive, San Marcos • www.bigevent.txst.edu Hays County CERT The organization trains volunteers who receive their emergency preparedness certification to provide
has an intact label and lists the ingredients • 1612 S. I-35 frontage road, San Marcos • www.haysfoodbank.org
Angels & Mistletoe Holiday Market A Pastel Christmas November 28–30, 2025 Saturday 10–5 | Sunday 11–4
FIRST LOOK PREVIEW PARTY! | Friday, November 28, 5–8PM Adults: $15 and $20 | Kids 12 & under: FREE!
Admission Good for ALL Three Days! Advance Ticket Purchase Required: TexasMarketGuide.com | Tickets on sale 9/25/2025! Pictures with Santa, Live Christmas Music, Wine & Shopping Fun!
Hourly Door Prizes! Come See Santa!
Save $1 on Admission with a Canned Food Item for Local Food Pantry.
For more info visit TexasMarketGuide.com (888) 225-3427 Embassy Suites Hotel & Conference Center | 1001 East McCarty Lane | San Marcos, TX 78666 Unique Gifts, Beautiful Clothing & Accessories, Men’s Gifts, Incredible Jewelry, Handmade One-of-a-Kind Items you won’t find at the Mall!
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