Learn more about volunteer and donation opportunities in the Katy-Fulshear area and beyond. This list is not comprehensive.

Animal services

Fort Bend County Animal Services

The organization welcomes volunteers to assist with animal care for the more than 3,500 animals the shelter takes in each year. Volunteers must first attend an open house, with dates posted on social media once they are scheduled.

Sample activities: assist with socializing, walking, bathing and grooming tasks


Donations accepted: food; toys; beds; bottles for kittens and puppies
  • 1210 Blume Road, Rosenberg
  • www.fortbendcountytx.gov
Civic

The Coastal Prairie Conservancy

This nonprofit works to preserve and protect the acres that make up the Coastal Prairie for the well-being of the wildlife and people in the area. One of its main goals is land conservation and restoration.

Sample activities: collect seeds; plant new flora; take care of a plant nursery; remove invasive species; tour guides; make presentations; work in office and monitor properties


Donations accepted: money; land and conservation easement donationsFamily Hope Fulshear

The nonprofit agency serves north Fort Bend County’s residents with medical assistance, food, rent and utility assistance, job searches, furniture and disaster relief.

Sample activities: sort food; plan galas

Donations accepted: money; furniture; mattresses; sofas; dressers; quilts and kitchenware; hygiene kitsFulshear Historical Association


The organization allows Fulshear community members to participate in opportunities including history research, preservation projects and community events.

Sample activities: student researchers; digitization; preservation; archiving and sharing history

Donations accepted: moneyKaty Heritage Society

The nonprofit furthers educational and cultural development in the community by preserving, restoring and displaying historical landmarks, natural beauty, documents and other objects distinctive of Katy and adjacent areas.


Sample activities: presentation; preservation; restoration

Donations accepted: money or corporate sponsorshipsEducation

Dream Keepers

The organization empowers young men and women ages 7-17 to overcome limited resources and educational barriers through structured mentorship, goal-setting and after-school programming. The organization seeks to create support networks to build girls’ confidence and foster a sense of sisterhood.


Sample activities: mentor; chaperone college tours; volunteer to set up events; administrative support; spring and summer camp instruction; write grants

Donations accepted: money; school and craft supplies; nonperishables; books and educational materials; water; cleaning productsHousing support

The Ballard House

This nonprofit provides temporary housing for individuals and families who are receiving medical treatment or are hospitalized. The 34,000-square-foot housing has 40 rooms and can hold multiple families.

Sample activities: greet visitors; do yard work; clean the house and cook meals

Donations accepted: money; water bottles; household items; Amazon wishlistSenior resources

Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels

The nonprofit helps Fort Bend and Waller counties’ seniors age 60 or older with free programs ranging from meal delivery to senior center activities and transportation. They have six congregate—or social—centers throughout Fort Bend County.

Sample activities: delivering meals; assisting at special events; packing meals at distribution sites; volunteering at senior centers; holding donation drives; socializing via telephone; providing office clerical assistance; organizing outside fundraising events

Donations accepted: money; in-kind donations including auction items; bingo prizes; welcome bags with toiletries
  • First United Methodist Church: 707 Cooper St., Brookshire
  • Irene Stern Community Center: 6920 Fulshear Katy Road, Fulshear
  • www.fortbendseniors.org
Human services

Clothed By Faith

The organization provides a week’s worth of gently used clothing to people in need, free of charge.Sample activities: sort, create packages, and deliver shoes and clothes for clients

Donations accepted: washed clothing; new socks and undergarments; purses; accessories; shoes; monetary donations; used textiles to be recycledFort Bend Rainbow Room

The Rainbow Room provides emergency and transitional supplies to Fort Bend County children and families involved with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services due to abuse and neglect.

Sample activities: assist with its events; grant writing; inventory management; donation solicitation and organizing drives to collect needed items

Donations accepted: monetary donations; in-kind donations; new diaper bags; twin-sized sheets and comforters; new athletic shoes; pillows; paper towels and toilet paper; school supplies; books; toysFort Bend Women’s Center

The organization helps survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault and their children to gain safety and independence through its services.

Sample activities: work in the shelter and alongside clients through its various programs; assist with special events; help with office administration; help sort through ThriftWise store donations

Donations accepted: monetary donations; household items; toiletries; clothing; diapers; give or shop at ThriftWise store; sponsor eventsAccessHealth

The community health center provides medical, dental and counseling services to the Fort Bend and Waller counties.

Sample activities: assist in vision pre-screenings; event set-up and clean-up

Donations accepted: money and sponsorshipsLunches of Love

This nonprofit is dedicated to ending childhood hunger in Fort Bend County. It provides packed lunches during school holidays and weekends.

Sample activities: making, packing and delivering lunches; decorating bags

Donations accepted: money; gift cards; decorated bags; non-perishable food items and food items on wish listReining Strength Therapeutic Horsemanship

The nonprofit provides therapeutic horse-assisted interactions for people ages 2 and older with physical and cognitive, social or emotional needs.

Sample activities: walk along riders; groom, lead and prepare horses; clean barn; do office work

Donations accepted: money; usable horse tack; paper towels; toilet paper; bottled water; anything horse or office-relatedThe Arc of Katy

The organization ensures opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to maximize their quality of life through social and recreational programs. Individuals must pre-register, and be age 14 and older to volunteer at the monthly Teen/Tween Social event.

Sample activities: being a peer; providing social and recreational activities; playing sports; crafting; playing board games; presentations

Donations accepted: money or sponsorships