AGE of Central Texas—Adult Day Care Center Austin serves older adults, adults with dementia and family caregivers throughout the Central Texas region through five programs. Volunteers assist with and lead engaging activities for participants. Volunteers must apply and be approved.
475 Round Rock West Drive,
Round Rock 78681
512-255-4865
www.ageofcentraltx.org
Twitter: @austinelderly
Breast Cancer Resource Centers of Texas—Round Rock 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. Volunteers are primarily needed to transport patients to and from medical appointments, accompany chemotherapy patients undergoing treatment and assist clients with their daily chores and errands including lawn care. 306 E. Main St., Round Rock 78664 512-248-2645 www.bcrc.org Twitter: @BCRCofTexas
CASA of Travis County speaks up for children who have been abused or neglected by empowering the community to volunteer as advocates for them in the court system. 7701 N. Lamar Blvd., Ste. 301, Austin 78752 512-459-2272 www.casatravis.org Twitter: @casatravis
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 78626 512-868-2822 www.casawilco.org Twitter: @casawctx
CHASCO Family YMCA volunteers assist in many programs that are geared toward building stronger families and communities, including assisting with youth sports. 1812 N. Mays St., Round Rock 78664 512-246-9622 www.ymcagwc.org Twitter: @ymcagwctx
Children At Heart Ministries provides specialized services and resources for ministries that care for children and families in crisis. Locally, STARRY and Texas Baptist Children’s Home focus on a wide array of services for children and families facing challenges. Volunteer opportunities range from providing meals and maintenance to assisting with special events. 1301 N. Mays St., Round Rock 78664 512-255-3668 www.cahm.org
Drive a Senior, serving Round Rock, Pflugerville and North Austin, assists older adults in maintaining their quality of life and independence. Volunteers provide transportation, home repairs and companionship for the elderly. To volunteer, fill out an application on the website. 2498 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock 78665 512-310-1060 www.driveasenior.org
Friends of the Hutto Public Library is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports the city-funded library. Volunteers support library programs, such as teen nights, and assist with fundraisers. The organization is currently looking for officers. P.O. Box 1163, Hutto 78634 512-759-4008 www.huttotx.gov/library
Friends of the Pflugerville Library provides funds to enhance library programs, publicizes specific library activities, supports legislation to strengthen libraries, and promotes literacy and lifelong learning. Volunteers are needed to assist with programs, including a homebound delivery program, representing the library at Pflugerville ISD schools—particularly at book fairs and back-to-school night, as well as help run the book sale room, Buy the Book. 1008 W. Pfluger St., Pflugerville 78660 512-990-6380 www.pflugervilletx.gov/library
Friends of the Round Rock Public Library is a volunteer, nonprofit corporation whose main purpose is to support the library with funds and materials. The organization donates books and furniture to the library and holds an ongoing book sale to raise funds for the library. 216 E. Main St., Round Rock 78664 512-218-7005 www.roundrocktexas.gov/library
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 78626 512-863-4344 www.williamsonhabitat.org Twitter: @habitatwilco
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 78664 512-255-1212 www.hopealliancetx.org Twitter: @hopealliance_ed
Hutto Education Foundation promotes educational excellence in Hutto ISD schools by providing funds for academic programs, acknowledging and rewarding exemplary teaching, encouraging parent-teacher collaboration and promoting public awareness of successful programs. Volunteer opportunities include positions on the board of directors and committees, such as the gala-planning committee, corporate development committee and scholarship committee. 200 College St. / P.O. Box 363 Hutto 78634 512-759-3771; ext. 1052 www.hipponation.org/hef Twitter: @HuttoEF
LifeSteps works to eliminate substance abuse in Williamson County through prevention, intervention, counseling, education and family services. Volunteers help with clerical duties and maintenance. 2021 N. Mays St., Ste. 500, Round Rock 78664 512-246-9880 www.lifestepscouncil.org
Literacy Council of Williamson County improves adult literacy in the county and offers English as a second language courses. Volunteers tutor individuals to read, write and speak English and help dropouts earn a GED certificate. 2411 Williams Drive, Ste. 1, Georgetown 78628 512-869-0497 www.literacycouncil-wc.org
Meals on Wheels—Round Rock makes and delivers meals to homebound members of the community, including those age 60 and older. Volunteers deliver meals by car.
301 W. Bagdad Road, Bldg. 2, Round Rock 78664
512-255-4970
Pflugerville Circle of Friends raises funds for the Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas. Volunteers help with fundraising. 4900 Mueller Blvd., Austin 78723 512-324-0170 www.dellchildrenscircleoffriends.org
Pflugerville Education Foundation was established in 2006. The nonprofit was created by local businesses and community leaders in an effort to make a positive impact on public education. The foundation aims to help unite PfISD schools and the community, promote quality education and increase student success. The foundation accepts applications year-round for board members and volunteers to represent the Pflugerville community and support education. Mailing address: P.O. Box 773 Pflugerville 78691-0773 Physical Address: 1401 W. Pecan St. Pflugerville 78660 512-594-0171 www.thepfoundation.org
Round Rock Area Serving Center is a nonprofit social services agency and food pantry that serves the Round Rock, Hutto, Great Oaks and Wells Branch areas by providing financial assistance for rent, utilities, transportation, temporary lodging and prescriptions. Volunteers can help with several tasks including receiving and sorting donations, client services and distributing food from food pantry. 1099 E. Main St., Round Rock 78664 512-244-2431 www.rrasc.org Twitter: @servingcenter
Round Rock Housing Authority provides safe, affordable housing to families and individuals in the Greater Round Rock area and provides education and training opportunities. Volunteers assist with mentoring/tutoring, provide administrative support and help with beautification projects. 1505 Lance Lane, Round Rock 78664 512-255-9159 http://roundrockha.org
RRISD Partners in Education Foundation generates and distributes resources to Round Rock ISD. Volunteers distribute school supplies, mentor students, and serve on scholarship and grant committees. 595 Round Rock West Drive, Ste. 404, Round Rock 78681 512-464-5600 www.rrisdeducationfoundation.org Twitter: @RRISD_PIEF
Texas Baptist Children’s Home provides residential programs for children and single mothers in crisis as well as community-based outreach and prevention programs. Volunteers are needed to provide meals and maintenance of the facility, among other essential jobs. Check the website for current volunteer opportunities. 1101 N. Mays St., Round Rock 78664 512-246-4244 www.tbch.org
United Way of Williamson County focuses on education, income, health and basic needs. Volunteers are needed at 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.
1111 N. I-35, Ste. 220,
Round Rock 78664
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 78664 512-218-1372
The Volunteer Center serves as a clearinghouse for volunteerism in Williamson County. The center coordinates with local nonprofit organizations to place volunteers where they are best suited. 1099 E. Main St., Round Rock 78664 512-733-7625 www.volrock.org
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. 1811 S.E. Inner Loop, Georgetown 512-943-3701 www.wilcocac.org
Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter provides care for homeless animals. Volunteers support the staff by socializing animals; assisting with cleaning, fundraising and off-site event assistance; office work; and helping customers. Search Facebook for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter for more information. 1855 S.E. Inner Loop, Georgetown 78626 512-943-3322 http://pets.wilco.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 78664 512-789-5073 www.wilcosymphony.org Twitter: @wilcoorchestra
