Volunteer & Donation Guide - Winter 2008

Volunteer & Donation Guide - Winter 2008

Written by William Gest and Staff Friday, 21 November 2008

Austin Dog Alliance

• The Austin Dog Alliance is a rescue organization offering community education programs and pet therapy training. Volunteers participate in youth activities, events, administrative tasks and marketing.
• 1705 Paseo Corto Drive, Cedar Park
• 219-8793
• www.austindogalliance.org

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas

• Big Brothers Big Sisters pairs volunteers with young people in need of mentoring and positive role models.
• 1400 Tillery St., Austin
• 472-5437
• www.bbbscentraltx.org

Central Texas SPCA

• Central Texas SPCA is a no-kill shelter that provides care for homeless animals. Volunteers assist with direct animal care and adoption.
• 909 S. Bagdad Road, Leander
• 260-7722
• www.centraltexasspca.org

Fairy Godmother Foundation

• The Fairy Godmother Foundation helps underprivileged high school girls attend their prom, homecoming or any special evening by giving them dresses and encouraging future success.
• 501 Tyrone Drive, Leander
• 507-6364
• www.austinfairygodmother.org

Faith in Action Caregivers - Northwest

• Faith in Action Caregivers assists older adults in maintaining quality of life and independence. Volunteers provide transportation, home repairs and companionship to the elderly.
• 10633 Lake Creek Parkway, Austin
• 250-5021
• www.faithinactioncaregivers.org

Friends of the Cedar Park Public Library

• The Friends of the Cedar Park Public Library is a nonprofit group hat supports and strengthens the library’s resources and services to the public.
• 550 Discovery Blvd., Cedar Park
• 401-5600
• www.cedarparktx.us/cp/li_friends.aspx

Goodwill Industries of Central Texas

• Goodwill Industries volunteers work in retail locations performing stocking and customer service.
• 1015 Norwood Park Blvd., Austin
• 637-7100
• www.austingoodwill.org

Habitat for Humanity of Williamson County

• Habitat for Humanity teams build quality houses for impoverished families. Volunteers assist in construction and clerical tasks.
• 701 N. Austin Ave., Georgetown
• 863-4344
• www.williamsonhabitat.org

Hill Country Community Ministries

• Hill Country Community Ministries is a nonprofit that provides food, clothing and financial assistance for people in crisis or poverty in southwest Williamson and northwest Travis counties.
• 1005 Lacy Drive, Leander
• 259-0360
• www.hccm.org

Hospice Austin

• Hospice Austin provides compassionate end-of-life care for patients and their families. Volunteers assist staff in caring for patients.
• 4107 Spicewood Springs Road, Ste. 100, Austin
• 342-4700
• www.hospiceaustin.org

Hope Connections Pregnancy Resource Center

• Donations of diapers, baby clothes and maternity clothes are accepted year-round. Volunteers are needed to help with office work, answering phones and counseling services (if qualified).
• 2701 US 183, Ste. C
• 260-8855
• http://hcprc.org

Humane Society of Williamson County

• The Humane Society of Williamson County shelters up to 100 homeless pets and services to eliminate pet overpopulation. Minimum volunteer age is 10. See page 21 for more information.
• 10930 E. Crystal Falls Parkway, Leander
• 260-3602
• www.hswc.net

Leander Community Club

• Leander Community Club volunteers assist in organizing free events designed to bring the community together.
• 106 W. Willis St., Leander
• 259-9119
• www.leandercommunityclub.org

Literacy Council of Williamson County

• The council works to improve literacy in the county.
• 1009 N. Georgetown St., Ste. A, Round Rock
• 244-8445
• www.literacycouncil-wc.org

Lone Star Circle of Care

• Lone Star Circle of Care provides primary health care for uninsured patients in Williamson County. Volunteers help with administrative tasks and act as patient advocates.
• 1500 W. University Ave., Ste. 103, Georgetown
• 868-1124
• www.lscctx.org

Meals on Wheels - Leander, Cedar Park and Liberty Hill

• Meals on Wheels makes and delivers nutritious meals to housebound members of the community. Volunteers deliver meals by bike or car.
• Bagdad Activity Center, 351 N. Bagdad Road, Leander
• 259-0288
• www.wbco.net/services_meals.html

Notes of Hope

• Notes of Hope is a sympathy card campaign that reaches out to bereaved military families, friends and veterans.
• Church of the Savior
• 3402 Little Elm Trail
• 968-2644
• www.notesofhope.us

Operation Green Sock

• Hill Country Bible Church plans to send care packages to deployed soldiers and is seeking contact information for local service members. Family and friends of soldiers can submit names and mailing addresses to Kelly Bednarz through the church.
• 902 Lacy Drive, Leander
• 259-1900

Samaritan Health Ministries

• Samaritan Health Ministries provides low-cost healthcare services to the uninsured. Volunteers support medical professionals by doing administrative duties and serving as translators.
• 700 W. Whitestone Blvd., Cedar Park
• 331-5828
• www.theshm.org

Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation

• The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation provides support for cancer patients as well as research. Volunteers help organize fundraising.
• 3508 S. Lamar Blvd., Ste. 300, Austin
• 473-0900
• www.komenaustin.org

The Linus Project

• With an army of “blanketeers,” Project Linus provides handmade blankets for children going through a difficult time in their lives.
• 110 Ridgewood Drive, Georgetown
• 930-4792
• www.orgsites.com/tx/austinlinus

Treasure of the Hills Senior Center

• Treasure of the Hills provides a place for seniors to gather for games and fellowship.
• 408 Ridgewood Drive, Cedar Park
• 331-6000
• www.toth-seniors.com

Twin Lakes Family YMCA

• YMCA volunteers assist in many programs that build stronger families and communities. Most volunteer opportunities are for youth coaches.
• 204 E. Little Elm Trail, Cedar Park
• 250-9622
• www.ymcagwc.org/tl.php

United Way of Williamson County

• United Way supports local nonprofits and community programs.
• 1111 N. IH 35, Ste. 220, Round Rock
• 255-6799
• www.unitedway-wc.org

Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center

• WCCAC is a nonprofit 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.
• 1811 SE Inner Loop, Georgetown
• 943-3701
• www.wilcocac.org

Williamson County Crisis Center Hope Alliance

• Williamson County Crisis Center provides services and counseling to victims of sexual assault and violence. Volunteers answer crisis calls and assist in a variety of programs.
• 211 Commerce Blvd., Ste. 103, Round Rock
• 255-1212
• www.wccc.info

Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter

• The Williamson Country Regional Animal Shelter provides care for homeless animals. Volunteers assist with direct animal care and adoption.
• 1855 S.E. Inner Loop, Georgetown
• 943-3322
• www.wilcopets.org

Williamson County Symphony Orchestra

• Formed in 2002, the Williamson County Symphony Orchestra travels around the county playing affordable concerts for citizens. Volunteers are needed to assist at performances.
• 1007 Green Meadow Drive, Round Rock
• 789-5073
• www.williamsoncountysymphonyorchestra.org

Williamson-Burnet County Opportunities

• WBCO volunteers work in a wide range of services, including child development programs and Meals on Wheels, benefiting low-income members of the community.
• 604 High Tech Drive, Georgetown
• 763-1400
• www.wbco.net

Williamson-Burnet County OpportunitiesAdult Day/Health Care Center

• The center provides care for senior citizens with special needs.
• 110 S. Brown St., Round Rock
• 255-4865
• www.ageofaustin.org

Adopt-a-Brigade: Cedar Park

• Donate items for soldier care packages at Cedar Park City Hall, 600 N. Bell Blvd.; Cedar Park Chamber of Commerce, 1460 E. Whitestone Blvd., Ste. 180
• Mail monetary gifts to:
• Cedar Park Chamber of Commerce
  • P.O. Box 805
  • Cedar Park, TX 78630
• Donations accepted all year
• Call 260-7800 for more information

Adopt-a-Brigade: Leander

• Mail care packages to chaplain Mark Olson:
  • Ch (CTT) Mark Olson
  • HHC3-4AVNBN
  • Unit 6061
  • Camp Taji, Iraq, APOAE09378
• Donations accepted year-round
• For more information, e-mail councilman Chris Fielder at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Boy Scouts For Our Troops

• Drop off phone cards at the main office of any LISD school through Nov. 30 for local residents serving in the military overseas

Blue Santa and Brown Santa

• See Community Impact's article for more information.

Coats for Kids

• The Junior League of Austin is conducting a coat drive for children and teenagers.
• Donate coats at area Jack Brown Cleaners locations:
• 801 Bell Blvd., Cedar Park
• 109 Cypress Creek Road, Cedar Park
• 2800 E. Whitestone Blvd., Cedar Park
• 651 US 183, Ste. 165, Leander
• Call 467-8982 or visit www.jlaustin.org

Goddard School

• Accepts donations of gently used children’s books all year
• 1905 El Salido Parkway, Cedar Park
• Call 258-5292 for more information

Hill Country Community Ministries

• Food donations:
  • Cashway Building Materials
  • 100 E. South St., Leander
  • Call 259-0360 year-round to schedule a drop-off
• Clothing donations:
  • Hill Country Community Ministries
  • 1005 Lacy Drive, Leander
  • Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m.

Kickin’ It with Santa

• Peak Performance Martial Arts
• Donate food and toys between Nov. 10 and Dec. 9
• 200 S. Bell Blvd., Cedar Park
• Call 918-8921 for more information

Shooter’s Billiards & Sports Bar

• Bikes for Kids
• Donate bicycles Nov. 28 – Dec. 14
• 601 E. Whitestone Blvd., Ste. 532, Cedar Park and 11416 N. FM 620, Ste. B, Austin
• Call 260-2060 to register for the benefit dinner and poker tournament at 7 p.m. Dec. 11

While Community Impact Newspaper attempts to include all area organizations that accept volunteers, this list may not be comprehensive. If your organization was inadvertently omitted, please e-mail us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .