Nonprofit Volunteer guide
Sample activities: fundraising; teaching arts, cooking, sports programs; gardening Donations accepted: watercolor kits, fishing poles with closed reels, kids’ fishing poles, fishing tackle, H-E-B gift cards, healthy snacks, sports balls, yard games, sleeping cots and pads • 6408 Muleshoe Bend Trail, Marble Falls • www.candlelightranch.org The Caring Place The nonprofit assists with basic human needs, including food, clothing and household items, as well as provides financial assistance for residents of Georgetown and northern Williamson County. Sample activities: stocking and assisting in the food pantry, sorting and pricing thrift store donations, serving as a cashier, supporting programs and services Donations accepted: food, new and gently used items to sell in the thrift stores, monetary gifts • 2000 Railroad Ave., Georgetown • www.caringplacetx.org Helping Hands of Georgetown The mobile food pantry operates four days a week, providing sack lunch meals and clothing. Sample activities: sorting food and clothing, assembling pantry bags, distributing donations at the library Donations accepted: nonperishable food, clothing, toiletries • 1100 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Georgetown • www.helpinghandsgtx.org Hope Alliance The shelter and resource center helps victims of domestic or sexual violence. The organization also offers holiday sponsorships to provide gifts and clothing to families. Sample activities: staffing the counseling center, answering phones, working with clients Donations accepted: toiletries, clothing, Amazon wish list items
to empower children, families and seniors to achieve and maintain independence by partnering with area organizations to provide education, nutrition and community support. Sample activities: reading to preschoolers through the Head Start program, delivering meals through the Meals on Wheels program, spending time with seniors in need Donations accepted: new children’s clothing, books, monetary gifts • 604 High Tech Drive, Georgetown • www.owbc-tx.org PFLAG Georgetown The local chapter is part of the nation’s largest organization dedicated to supporting, educating and advocating for LGBTQ+ people and allies. Sample activities: visiting with allies, hosting support groups, tabling at events, attending outreach events Donations accepted: scholarship funds, monetary gifts • www.pflaggtx.org ROCK (Ride On Center for Kids) The equine-assisted therapy facility is dedicated to supporting children, adults and veterans with physical and emotional development. Sample activities: handling horses, organizing events, managing facilities Donations accepted: equipment, monetary gifts • 2050 Rockride Lane, Georgetown • www.rockride.org members to connect to the Georgetown community, enriching lives through fellowship and awarding grants to area nonprofits. Sample activities: supporting the nonprofits that the organization awards grants to Donations accepted: monetary gifts • www.seedsofstrength.org Seeds of Strength The philanthropic women’s giving circle allows United Way for Greater Austin The organization is aimed at advocating for the health, education and financial literacy of all residents. Sample activities: assisting with events to build supply kits, preparing meals, distributing diapers Donations accepted: monetary gifts • 5930 Middle Fiskville Road, Fifth Floor, Austin • www.unitedwayaustin.org
Animal services
Furrbaby Food Pantry The nonprofit strives to keep pet families together and pets out of shelters by providing supplies to owners. Sample activities: preparing pet food, taking donation inventory, organizing supplies, planning quarterly events, assisting guests Donations accepted: bowls, leashes, harnesses, beds, blankets, treats, pet food, pet supplies, monetary gifts • 1603 Northwest Blvd., Georgetown • www.furrbabyfoodpantry.org Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter The nonprofit provides a safe space and compassionate treatment for the lost and unhoused pets of Georgetown, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Leander, Hutto and unincorporated Williamson County. Sample activities: walking dogs, socializing cats, doing laundry and dishes, helping at events and fundraisers Donations accepted: unopened and unexpired dog and cat food, treats, newspaper, cardboard trays, pet crates and carriers, towels, blankets, sheets, monetary gifts • 1855 SE Inner Loop, Georgetown • www.wilcotx.gov/pets
Community resources
Assistance League of Georgetown Area The organization provides a variety of services to support children and community members. Sample activities: reading with children, working in the thrift shop, filling urgent needs in the community Donations accepted: clothing, books, shoes, decor, furniture, linens, monetary gifts for scholarships • 900 N. Austin Ave., Ste. 115, Georgetown • www.assistanceleague.org/georgetown-area Brookwood in Georgetown BiG supports adults with special needs by providing meaningful work in its shop and cafe. The citizens also create pottery, homemade cards, jewelry, candles, tea, dog treats and more to be sold in the shop. Sample activities: working with citizens in the vocational program, groundskeeping and facilities upkeep at the residential community, assisting with community activities, supporting store events and outreach, helping in the cafe and shop Donations accepted: stocks, monetary gifts • 905 N. Church St., Georgetown • https://bigtx.org Candlelight Ranch For 26 years, the organization has been offering educational and nature-based experiences for children and families of all abilities and needs to learn, explore and heal.
• 1705 CR 285, Liberty Hill • www.hopealliancetx.org
Jail to Jobs The organization works with former felons to help them enter the workforce and reduce the recidivism rate. Sample activities: conducting mock interviews, writing resumes, setting up for graduation Donations accepted: food for graduation ceremony, monetary gifts • www.jailtojobs.com Opportunities for Williamson and Burnet Counties The organization is the official community action agency for Williamson and Burnet counties. It works
Education and children
Academy 4 The nonprofit mentors all fourth-grade students at Cooper Elementary School in Georgetown ISD.
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