AccessHealth AccessHealth has locations throughout Fort Bend County offering comprehensive health care for the family. Health care providers work with the organization to provide medical services to approximately 27,000 patients each year. Weekday volunteer opportunities include assisting staff with clerical duties, making confirmation calls to patients and helping with community events in Missouri City, Stafford and Richmond. 307 Texas Parkway, Ste. 100, Missouri City 281-969-1800 http://myaccesshealth.org
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The Arc of Fort Bend County The Arc of Fort Bend County is a grassroots advocacy organization with a mission to maximize the quality of life for those with intellectual and related developmental disabilities. The organization provides recreational and social programs, employment assistance, housing support and the largest Special Olympics program in the area to those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc of Fort Bend County is always accepting volunteers to help with a variety of programs, assist with fundraising efforts or to help in the office. 123 Brooks St., Sugar Land 281-494-5959 www.arcoffortbend.org
Big Brothers Big Sisters-Fort Bend County Big Brothers Big Sisters-Fort Bend County seeks volunteers to serve as mentors to help positively shape a child’s future by empowering them to achieve their goals. Mentors engage in any number of activities with their brother or sister. 10435 Greenbough Lane, Stafford 281-207-2330 www.bbbstx.org
Child Advocates of Fort Bend County Child Advocates of Fort Bend County assists neglected and abused children through specialized programs and community events. There are several volunteer opportunities that include helping with the Court Appointed Special Advocates program or volunteering at the Child Advocacy Center. Other services, such as assisting with office administration and community events, are also available to prospective volunteers. 5403 Ave. N, Rosenberg 281-344-5130 www.cafb.org
Citizens Volunteer Program The city of Missouri City’s Citizens Volunteer Program allows residents to choose from a variety of volunteer-based projects. Available opportunities include assisting with the city’s crime watch program, the Citizens Response Team—which provides assistance in cases of emergencies—and environmental initiatives, such as helping plant trees and maintaining parks throughout the year. Additional opportunities include providing information to residents during hurricane season and other emergency situations. 1522 Texas Parkway, Missouri City 281-403-8530 www.missouricitytx.gov
East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry Inc. East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry Inc. is a nonprofit, charitable organization that is composed of an interfaith alliance that serves the basic needs of persons in temporary financial crisis in east Fort Bend County. Hundreds of volunteers each month donate their time and talents to come together to help the community through the organization. There are many ways to help out by volunteering at the nonprofit’s ministry and resale shop. Individual volunteers must be high school age or older to volunteer at the ministry. 435 Stafford Run, Stafford 281-261-1006 www.humanneeds.org
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The Fort Bend Boys and Girls Club The Fort Bend Boys and Girls Club assists children in need with youth development services ranging from academic assistance to healthy living tips to parental resources. Volunteers 16 years old and older are able to sign up with the nonprofit organization to help tutor, mentor and coach students as well as help with special events and other administrative maintenance projects. 3110 Fifth Street, Stafford 832-471-2588 www.bgclubs-houston.org
Fort Bend Cares Fort Bend Cares is a nonprofit organization that serves the disadvantaged children and youth of Fort Bend County. The organization is in need of volunteers to assist with its events scheduled throughout the year, to help provide administrative and office support, and to serve on its grant committee. The nonprofit is also seeking volunteers to help with its social media program. For more information on volunteer opportunities, email [email protected]. 832-819-2005 www.fortbendcares.org
Fort Bend Corps Fort Bend Corps is actively looking for individuals and organizations to join volunteer teams for Hearts and Hammers. The program assists with exterior repairs to homes in Fort Bend County for the elderly, disabled and low-income homeowners who are physically or financially unable to make repairs themselves. Repair services include roof replacements, installing wheelchair ramps, painting and foundation repairs. 1004 Blume Road, Rosenberg 281-617-7416 www.fbcorps.org
Fort Bend County Animal Services Fort Bend County Animal Services welcomes volunteers to assist with animal care. The stray animals in the shelter need time out of their cages. Volunteers can help with socializing, walking, bathing and grooming tasks. The organization has regular scheduled times for these activities, which volunteers can sign up for. It also hosts special events, such as donation drives, that offer additional volunteer opportunities.| 1210 Blume Road, Rosenberg 281-342-1512 www.fortbendcountytx.gov
Fort Bend County Public Libraries Fort Bend County Public Libraries accept applications for a wide range of volunteers who are 16 years old and older. Help is needed to shelve books and lend a hand with programs. Volunteers assist with fundraisers, book sales and donations.
First Colony Branch Library 2121 Austin Parkway, Sugar Land 281-238-2800
Missouri City Branch Library 1530 Texas Parkway, Missouri City 281-238-2100
Sienna Branch Library 8411 Sienna Springs Blvd., Missouri City 281-238-2900
Sugar Land Branch Library 550 Eldridge Road, Sugar Land 281-238-2140
University Branch Library 14010 University Blvd., Sugar Land 281-633-5100 www.fortbend.lib.tx.us
The Fort Bend Education Foundation The Fort Bend Education Foundation is a nonprofit organization within Fort Bend ISD that supports the school district through its grant programs and community events. Volunteers can apply to join the efforts of the Angels of Education Auxiliary—a group that helps create awareness of the community’s educational needs. Volunteers are needed year-round to help with events. 16431 Lexington Blvd., Sugar Land 281-634-1113 www.fortbendisd.com/foundation
Fort Bend Family Promise Fort Bend Family Promise mobilizes a network of local congregations to help families regain housing. The nonprofit organization has a wide range of volunteer opportunities for those looking to give their time. Some of the areas where the nonprofit can use volunteer help are administrative support, children’s activities, maintenance and cleaning and leading adult classes. The organization also has a need for congregation volunteers and provides opportunities for families to volunteer together. 1424 FM 1092, Missouri City 281-403-3923 www.fortbendfamilypromise.org
Fort Bend ISD Strategic Partnerships Fort Bend ISD Strategic Partnerships welcomes and encourages parents and community members to get involved and share their time, talents and skills with the students in the district. FBISD is in need of volunteers year-round to serve in its Volunteers In Public Schools program (VIPS), its mentoring program or its Shared Dreams program. 16431 Lexington Blvd., Sugar Land 281-634-1112 www.fortbendisd.com
Fort Bend Habitat for Humanity seeks volunteers who want to give back to their community in a hands-on fashion. Volunteers can donate their time and skills to build homes throughout the county for the less fortunate. Apart from homebuilding, volunteers can help at the office or in the organization’s ReStore. Volunteers can also serve on one of several committees to help with a variety of tasks. 13570 Murphy Road, Stafford 281-403-0708 www.fortbendhabitat.org
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Fort Bend Museum Association Year-round volunteers are needed for special events offered through the Fort Bend Museum Association. After submitting an application and being selected, volunteers can attend several training classes to become docents at the museum. Other volunteer opportunities include helping maintain the museum’s ongoing exhibits and facilities. 500 Houston St., Richmond 281-342-6478 www.fortbendmuseum.org
The Fort Bend Rainbow Room The Fort Bend Rainbow Room seeks volunteers to assist with its many events, grant writing, inventory management, soliciting donations and organizing drives to collect needed items. The Rainbow Room provides emergency and transitional supplies to children and families involved with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services. 1110 Avenue G, Rosenberg 832-451-2883 www.fbrr.org
Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels is a nonprofit that helps seniors remain independent by enhancing quality of life through services and resources. The nonprofit provides more than 1,100 meals every day through its home delivered and senior center programs. Volunteer opportunities include delivering meals, assisting at congregate centers, meal packing and special events. [email protected] 281-633-7049 www.fortbendseniors.org
Fort Bend Volunteers Fort Bend Volunteers, a program through the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce, connects prospective volunteers with local nonprofit organizations. The organization works with dozens of tax-exempt organizations, governing entities, hospitals and hospices throughout the county. Those interested in volunteering can contact Fort Bend Volunteers to find opportunities located within the community. 445 Commerce Green Blvd., Sugar Land 281-491-0277 www.fortbendchamber.com
The Fort Bend Women’s Center The Fort Bend Women’s Center is an organization designed to help survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault and their children to gain safety and independence through its services. The organization offers an extensive range of volunteer opportunities for those wanting to support its mission. Volunteers work throughout the organization and service activities include working in the shelter, working alongside clients through its various programs, assisting with special events and helping with office administration. Volunteers can also help staff the crisis hotline or help sort through donations. 281-344-5750 www.fortbendwomenscenter.org
Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital has a variety of volunteer roles to fit individual time commitments, schedules, abilities and interests. The volunteer program at the hospital offers its volunteers opportunities to interact with patients, assist staff or provide clerical and administrative support to various departments. 16655 Hwy. 59, Sugar Land 281-274-7127 www.houstonmethodist.org
The Houston Museum of Natural Science at Sugar Land The Houston Museum of Natural Science at Sugar Land looks for community volunteers throughout the year to help organize field trips and assist with guest tours along with helping to maintain ongoing exhibits behind the scenes. Volunteers are able to participate in a series of educational workshops and lectures and also receive discounts on ticket prices and gift shop items. Docent training is also available. 13016 University Blvd., Sugar Land 281-313-2277, ext. 104 www.hmns.org
The Literacy Council of Fort Bend County The Literacy Council of Fort Bend County provides basic literacy and English instruction to area adult residents. The Literacy Council relies heavily on its volunteers to work one-on-one with adults needing help in basic literacy. The organization is also in need of volunteers to assist with mailings, provide administrative support and help with annual fundraising events. 12530 Emily Court, Sugar Land 281-240-8181 www.ftbendliteracy.org
Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Memorial Hermann Sugar Land promotes redefining health care in all aspects, including volunteer opportunities. Volunteers at the hospital provide support to numerous departments throughout the hospital, which includes both clerical and nonclerical activities. Hospital areas for volunteer service include the information desk, gift shop, coffee kiosk, outpatient center, nursing units, surgery waiting areas, material management and patient and family services. 17500 W. Grand Parkway, Sugar Land 281-725-5254 www.memorialhermann.org/locations/sugar-land
Missouri City Green Missouri City Green, an affiliate of Keep Texas Beautiful, is a nonprofit organization that brings residents together to build and sustain a vibrant community through its educational programs, beautification projects and recycling activities. The nonprofit welcomes individuals, school groups and other service organizations as volunteers to assist with its community events. [email protected] www.missouricitygreen.org
Rainbow of Love Rainbow of Love is a nonprofit organization hat serves infants, toddlers and parents who are in need. The organization offers parenting classes, counseling, care supplies for infants and referrals for families considering adoption. The nonprofit is in need of volunteers for administrative support, answering phones, grant writing, soliciting donations, organizing the donation center, event assistance and help with parenting classes. All volunteers are required to have a background check that will be conducted by the organization. Volunteers who work with children are required to have a TB test. 2700 Lake Olympia Parkway, Missouri City 281-438-6588 www.rainbowoflove.org
Second Mile Mission Center Second Mile Mission Center is a faith-based nonprofit organization that provides food, counseling and health care to needy residents. The organization accepts volunteers age 16 and older at any time during its hours of operation. Volunteers help with putting food on the pantry shelves, hanging clothes on the racks, sorting donations and helping neighbors out to their cars to load items. There are also opportunities for group volunteers. 1135 Hwy. 90, Missouri City 281-261-9199 www.secondmile.org
Silverado Hospice Silverado Hospice needs volunteers at its Sugar Land hospice location. The facility assists with the elderly in their daily lives, and volunteers can assist with several activities by spending time with the patients and their families reading, going for walks, playing music and other basic assistance needs. The organization offers in-home care, hospice care and memory care services. 1221 Seventh St., Sugar Land 281-713-9470 www.silveradocare.com
The city of Sugar Land The city of Sugar Land offers several programs for volunteers through its Serve Sugar Land organizations. Volunteer opportunities include serving on the citizen fire and police academies, community assistance support teams and the Sugar Land Airport Academy. The city also offers educational programs free of charge, such as Sugar Land 101—a 10-week course where participants are able to learn the inner workings of city government. 2700 Town Center Blvd. N., Sugar Land 281-275-2329 www.sugarlandtx.gov
The Sugar Land Heritage Foundation The Sugar Land Heritage Foundation is a nonprofit organization with a mission to inspire community pride by collecting, preserving, communicating and celebrating the history of Sugar Land. Volunteers can contribute to the organization by becoming a Heritage Ambassador. Other available volunteer opportunities include office management, artifact cataloging, data entry and assisting with tours and educational programs. 198 Kempner St., Sugar Land 281-494-0261 www.slheritage.org
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Texana Center Texana Center welcomes potential volunteers to help with its many different programs and services. Volunteers can either work with adult clients who have intellectual and developmental disabilities or with children in the center’s autism programs. There are also administrative volunteer opportunities available.
Texana Children’s Center for Autism-Sugar Land 130 Industrial Blvd., Ste. 200, Sugar Land 281-239-1497
Texana Learning Center at Missouri City 2715 Cypress Point, Missouri City 281-499-4575 www.texanacenter.com
YMCA Foundation YMCA Foundation is a community staple for assisting children and families by hosting camps, sporting competitions and special events throughout the year. Whether helping out with motivational speaking, advocacy work, coaching or simply lending a helping hand, there is no shortage of volunteer opportunities at local YMCA locations in Fort Bend County.
Fort Bend Branch 4433 Cartwright Road, Missouri City 281-499-9622
T.W. Davis Memorial Branch 911 Thompson Road, Richmond 281-341-0791 www.ymcahouston.orgThis guide is not a comprehensive list of all area organizations that need volunteers. If your organization is not included, email us at [email protected], and we will add it to our online list.
