Needs From: Volunteer Houston

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Make a Difference in Your Community—Right from Home!

Are you passionate about your local community and want to help others discover how to give back? We're looking for seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help us update and enrich local pages on Ways to Connect, our national directory of volunteer sites.

Ways to Connect is a crowdsourced platform designed to boost traffic and engagement to local volunteer websites—like this one! With just a bit of online research and your enthusiasm, you can help neighbors easily find volunteer opportunity platforms, service clubs, mutual aid groups, and more—making it simpler than ever for everyone to make an impact locally.

Volunteer contributors have already helped us identify 1,200+ volunteer resources across 330 communities in the US!

What You'll Do:

Conduct quick, simple online research to identify active service clubs, mutual aid groups, and upcoming volunteer events in your community.

Enhance your community's page on Ways to Connect by ensuring the information is current, accurate, and inviting for potential volunteers.

Optional: Promote your community’s page on social media to help friends and family find a path to service.

Why Volunteer with Inspiring Service?

Easy and flexible: Volunteer remotely at your convenience.

Immediate community impact: Help your neighbors discover meaningful ways to contribute.

Small commitment: Volunteer for as little as 2 hours, or as much as you'd like.

Growth opportunities: Volunteers can explore deeper involvement through our Ambassador program.

Ready to help your community thrive? Join us today and make volunteering more accessible for everyone.

Do you want to help refugees, veterans and young people get the bike they need, enabling them to get to work or school and stay connected? 

Join us in sorting and boxing donated books to help those in need. We work from 9AM - Noon. 

The Citizenship Service Center at India House is a free community program designed to assist eligible Legal Permanent Residents (Green Card holders) in applying for U.S. Citizenship.

To make this effort a success, we are seeking volunteers to assist participants in completing Form N-400 (USCIS Naturalization Form) during our upcoming Citizenship Workshop.

Date: Saturday, November 15

Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm (lunch will be provided)

Location: India House, 8888 West Bellfort Ave, Houston, TX 77031

Volunteers will receive a brief training (under one hour) via video/ Zoom, which will be shared once you confirm your availability.

If you’re interested in volunteering, please contact Devanshi at 713-929-1901. Further details will be provided upon confirmation.

Join SPLASh for a marine debris cleanup at Quintana Beach County Park! Signup here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084DA8AE2EA2F8C07-59322308-quintana#/

Our Marine Debris Survey Program is a partnership with National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration to help measure the amount and types of marine debris that wash up on our shoreline.

You will assist staff in conducting this survey by collecting and documenting your findings. Once the survey is complete we will clean up any remanining trash in the area. 

Tasks will include:

MINORS
Parents or guardians must register and complete a waiver for minors (under age 18). All minors must be accompanied by a registered parent/guardian or approved chaperone over the age of 18.

No experience is necessary; we will show you what to do!  

If you pride yourself on your neat handwriting, then this opportunity is for you!

We need 5 volunteers to come in to our Dacoma location and handwrite contact information on 200 envelopes and stamp them.

Date: November 13th

Time: For a few hours between 9 am - 2 pm

Location: 4555 Dacoma St. Houston, TX 77092

If you pride yourself on your neat handwriting, then this opportunity is for you!

We need 5 volunteers to come in to our Dacoma location and handwrite contact information on 200 envelopes and stamp them.

Date: Thursday, November 13

Time: For a few hours between 9 - 2

Location: 4555 Dacoma St. Houston, TX 77092

We will be working on enabling gardening beds: adding soil, removing weeds, some planting.  Also, replant the herb bed.  

Work on the compost, speciality beds, aisles, and enabling beds

Join the Refugee Youth Mentoring (RYM) Program at Church World Service – Houston and make a lasting impact in the lives of refugee and immigrant youth!

Through this six-month mentoring program, volunteer mentors are matched with youth (ages 15–24) who are working toward academic, career, and life goals as they adjust to life in Houston.

As a mentor, you’ll meet with your assigned youth once a month (in-person or virtual) and participate in group mentoring sessions and community activities that build confidence, connection, and leadership.

What You’ll Do:

Meet with youth 1x/month for six months.

Support educational and career goals through mentoring.

Participate in monthly group mentoring and community activities.

Encourage cross-cultural learning and inclusion.

Ideal Volunteers:

Age 21 or older.

Passionate about supporting young people.

Culturally sensitive and open-minded.

Able to complete a background check and orientation (covered by CWS).

Benefits:

Build meaningful relationships with refugee and immigrant youth.

Gain mentoring, leadership, and cross-cultural communication experience.

Be part of a community working to empower youth to succeed in Houston.

Spend one-on-one time with a child who requires individualized help or attention. Invest in the Prayer, Affirmation, and Love of one specific child. Curriculum and activities will be provided. (Available times: 8 - 11 am and 3 - 5 pm)

Spend one-on-one time with a child who requires individualized help or attention. Invest in the Prayer, Affirmation, and Love of one specific child. Curriculum and activities will be provided. (Available times: 8 - 11 am and 3 - 5 pm)

Provide support to teachers during lunch and nap time transitions. Volunteers will assist in cleaning up after lunch, sweeping the classroom, wiping down tables, disposing of trash, helping children wash their hands and change their clothes, and patting the children to sleep. (Available times: 11 am to 1 pm)

Provide support to teachers during lunch and nap time transitions. Volunteers will assist in cleaning up after lunch, sweeping the classroom, wiping down tables, disposing of trash, helping children wash their hands and change their clothes, and patting the children to sleep. (Available times: 11 am to 1 pm)

Provide general assistance at the centers. This may include: developing and organizing supplies and materials, prepping gifts for teachers and mothers, assisting at any of the above events, helping at graduation, data input, cutting, laminating, printing, filing, snack prep, bulletin board prep, building classroom furniture, cleaning classroom rugs, and other general activities. (Available times: 8 - 5 pm)

Provide general assistance at the centers. This may include: developing and organizing supplies and materials, prepping gifts for teachers and mothers, assisting at any of the above events, helping at graduation, data input, cutting, laminating, printing, filing, snack prep, bulletin board prep, building classroom furniture, cleaning classroom rugs, and other general activities. (Available times: 8 - 5 pm)

Garden Maintenance: If you have a passion for gardening and working with children, we would love your help with our garden maintenance! We currently have two gardens that need regular management. This volunteer opportunity will involve gardening with children.

Landscaping: Help beautify our outdoor spaces to create a welcoming environment for everyone. Please be advised that closed-toed shoes and clothing that you don't mind getting a little dirty is a must. This opportunity does not involve working with children.

Invest yourself in building relationships with children and help spark their imagination through music, learning activities, play, and creative art activities. Activities are planned and directed by the classroom teacher. (Available times: 8 - 11 am and 3 - 5 pm)

Invest yourself in building relationships with children and help spark their imagination through music, learning activities, play, and creative art activities. Activities are planned and directed by the classroom teacher. (Available times: 8 - 11 am and 3 - 5 pm)

Spend time visiting with a group of 2 to 3 children, reading and doing interactive education kits. (Available times: 8 - 11 am and 3 - 5 pm)

Spend time visiting with a group of 2 to 3 children, reading and doing interactive education kits. (Available times: 8 - 11 am and 3 - 5 pm)

Our Marine Debris Survey Program is a partnership with National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration to help measure the amount and types of marine debris that wash up on our shoreline.

You will assist staff in conducting this survey by collecting and documenting your findings. Once the survey is complete we will clean up any remaining trash in the area. 

Tasks will include:

MINORS
Parents or guardians must register and complete a waiver for minors (under age 18). All minors must be accompanied by a registered parent/guardian or approved chaperone over the age of 18.

Become a Certified Texas Stream Team Water Quality Monitor

The health of Galveston Bay depends on accurate, long-term data collected by volunteers who care about clean water.

Through this hands-on, full-day training, you’ll gain the skills to collect and analyze water samples. You’ll work alongside experienced staff to learn field sampling and testing methods used statewide to track the health of Texas waters.

This training encompasses Phases 1 and 2 of the Texas Stream Team Standard Core Water Quality Monitoring program. You will learn how to collect and analyze water samples from tidally influenced sites.

No prior experience required. Supplies and materials will be provided. The session includes both indoor and outdoor components, with short walks between sampling and classroom locations.

What You Will Do

What You’ll Gain

Timeline
8:45 AM - 9:00 AM: Participants arrive, check in, and help setup room for training.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Classroom instruction on proper equipment use, sterile practices, the water quality parameters themselves and why they are important.
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM: Lunch Break
12:45 PM - 3:30 PM:Monitoring will be demonstrated and practiced, then completed individually under supervision by a trainer.
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM: Choose monitoring site or schedule time to discuss choosing one. You're done!

Before Training, complete the following
1. Standard Core Training Module & Training Enrollment Form - https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/efa910ed3c3e40dca41fbae67e5a9e0c
2. Browse Open Sites - https://www.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/81c6a11d1315467a8fb4d2ec01c48ac9

After Training
After this training, you will schedule a one-on-one with either a GBF Trainer or a partner organization for a site visit and a QC check. At that event, you will need to demonstrate your understanding of the methods and ability to sample without assistance from the trainer.

Learn more about the Texas Stream Team Trainer Program at meadowscenter.txst.edu.

Parking
Parking is available in the lot adjacent to the Bayou Vista Saltwater Garden Club Community Building. Please arrive early to allow time for check in and to help set up the room for training and for an orientation on the flow of the day. Carpooling is encouraged.

Celebrate the season and support cleaner shorelines by joining the Galveston Bay Foundation’s Water Protection Marine Debris team for a creative afternoon of upcycling using debris collected during GBF’s Marine Debris surveys.

You will transform these materials, once harmful to wildlife and habitats, into meaningful gifts or decorations you can keep for yourself like holiday crafts, cards, ornaments, and rain chains.

You can also create a personal monofilament and nurdle collection container which you can use on your own to remove plastics and fishing line from reentering local waterways.

By turning marine debris into art, you will help raise awareness about plastic pollution, support ongoing citizen science efforts, and inspire others to care for Galveston Bay.

This is a relaxed, seated volunteer opportunity. All materials will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own decorative items such as beads, stickers, or pens to personalize your creations.

Staff will provide a short demonstration and discussion about how these materials affect the Bay and how volunteers can continue making a difference throughout the year.

Learn More at nurdlepatrol.org and texasseagrant.org.

Click here to learn about getting to and parking at GBF Headquarters in Kemah.

What we throw away doesn’t go away, and even the smallest pieces of trash can have a ripple effect on marine life, communities, and future generations. As the second most productive estuary in the United States, Galveston Bay supports both wildlife and people who depend on its resources.

You and your fellow volunteers will use gloves, trash grabbers, buckets, and bags to collect and remove litter from the shoreline. You will also help remove monofilament, which is especially dangerous for wildlife due to engagement risks.

Volunteering with the Galveston Bay Foundation for this cleanup directly improves the Bay’s health and strengthens a growing community of residents working to protect it.

No experience is necessary; we will show you what to do! No Restrooms on site. There are some gas stations nearby if you need to stop prior to arrival.

MINORS
All minors must be accompanied by a registered parent/guardian or approved chaperone over the age of 18. Parents or guardians must register and complete a waiver for minors (under age 18).

Marine debris poses a serious threat to this ecosystem. Trash that enters the Bay can:

Visit texasseagrant.org for more information.

At the GBF EcoCenter Greenhouse, staff & volunteers cultivate native plants to restore & manage native coastal tallgrass prairies in four counties that surround Galveston Bay.

Every Thursday and Saturday, volunteers work in our native plant nursery to help heal one of America’s rarest and most endangered landscapes: the Coastal Tallgrass Prairie.

This is not just gardening – this work creates homes for wildlife and builds a natural shield against floods; you’re growing a legacy for future generations.

You will help with general nursery maintenance including but not be limited to:

No experience is necessary; we will show you what to do! 

GETTING THERE

Help newly arrived refugees in Houston gain the skills they need to get around the city independently. 

As a Bus Buddy, you’ll ride alongside refugee students as they travel to important destinations like English classes, job training programs, or healthcare appointments. You’ll teach them how to: 

Read and understand METRO bus maps and schedules 

Use the Transit app to plan and track their route 

Purchase and use bus passes with ease 

For many refugees, learning how to use public transportation is a vital step toward rebuilding their lives. Your support can open the door to opportunities, connections, and independence. 

No experience needed—just a friendly attitude and a love for helping others. 
We’ll provide training and support to get you started. 

Join our team as an ESL (English as a Second Language) Classroom Assistant and help adult learners build the language skills they need to thrive. 

As a classroom assistant, you’ll work alongside trained instructors to create a welcoming, supportive learning environment. Whether students are just beginning to learn the alphabet or practicing everyday conversations, your presence helps build confidence and connection. 

As a volunteer, you may: 

Lead small group conversation practice

Correct student's pronunciation of words

Explain context of phrases

Offer translation support (if you speak a shared language) 

Your support will help refugees improve their English, strengthen their communication skills, and work toward life-changing goals—like getting a job, talking to a doctor, or helping their children with school. 

Our conversation class takes place every Friday from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. 

No teaching experience required—just patience, encouragement, and a passion for helping others. 

Help refugees take the first step toward U.S. citizenship by joining our team as a Civics Outreach Volunteer. 

In this role, you’ll make phone calls to clients to share information about our free civics classes, which help prepare adults for the citizenship exam. Your calls help ensure more people can access the resources they need to succeed. 

As a volunteer, you will: 

You don’t need to speak another language or have prior experience—just a welcoming attitude and a desire to support others on their citizenship journey. If you do speak a language like Spanish, Dari, Pashto, Arabic, or Urdu, that’s a wonderful bonus!

Volunteer shifts available Monday through Friday, between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM. Training and scripts are provided. 

We are seeking mentors who can motivate our clients as they complete their online, self-paced vocational training classes. These classes provide the clients vocational training that will help them get a job, or get a new job that progresses them toward their career goals. 

As a mentor, you will:

- Set up a learning plan with the student to ensure they are dedicating time during the week to the class.

- Review the content they have covered.

- Provide motivational support so that the student completes the class.

Content understanding of healthcare, technology, engineering, or skilled trades is a bonus but not required.

We are looking for people to come out and hide for search dogs while they are training. These people need to be willing to come out for at least a few hours and be willing to run, walk, and hide from the dogs in all different types of scenarios. When found by the dog, they should also be willing to play with the dog per the handler's instructions or offer the dog it's treat reward. It is a lot of fun and a unique experience to help these dogs out!

You'll be provided with a location to walk to in order to "hide" from the canines. The canines will then come find the missing person. Of course, you will never actually be missing, but we always need new people to pretend to be missing. We will be enjoying nature, so dress appropriately with closed-toed shoes and comfortable pants. Be sure to bring water, sunscreen, bug spray and maybe a good book or electronic device to keep you busy during the down time. All high school students or older are welcome to participate. Feel free to view our website to see what we are about: www.AlphaSar.org.

A confirmation email will be sent after sign-up to confirm your volunteer slot. A waiver will be attached. Any participants under 16 years old will need to be accompanied by an adult during their volunteer time.

We are looking for people to come out and hide for search dogs while they are training. These people need to be willing to come out for at least a few hours and be willing to run, walk, and hide from the dogs in all different types of scenarios. When found by the dog, they should also be willing to play with the dog per the handler's instructions or offer the dog it's treat reward. It is a lot of fun and a unique experience to help these dogs out!

You'll be provided with a location to walk to in order to "hide" from the canines. The canines will then come find the missing person. Of course, you will never actually be missing, but we always need new people to pretend to be missing. We will be enjoying nature, so dress appropriately with closed-toed shoes and comfortable pants. Be sure to bring water, sunscreen, bug spray and maybe a good book or electronic device to keep you busy during the down time. All high school students or older are welcome to participate. Feel free to view our website to see what we are about: www.AlphaSar.org.

A confirmation email will be sent after sign-up to confirm your volunteer slot. A waiver will be attached. Any participants under 16 years old will need to be accompanied by an adult during their volunteer time.

We are looking for people to come out and hide for search dogs while they are training. These people need to be willing to come out for at least a few hours and be willing to run, walk, and hide from the dogs in all different types of scenarios. When found by the dog, they should also be willing to play with the dog per the handler's instructions or offer the dog it's treat reward. It is a lot of fun and a unique experience to help these dogs out!

You'll be provided with a location to walk to in order to "hide" from the canines. The canines will then come find the missing person. Of course, you will never actually be missing, but we always need new people to pretend to be missing. We will be enjoying nature, so dress appropriately with closed-toed shoes and comfortable pants. Be sure to bring water, sunscreen, bug spray and maybe a good book or electronic device to keep you busy during the down time. All high school students or older are welcome to participate. Feel free to view our website to see what we are about: www.AlphaSar.org.

A confirmation email will be sent after sign-up to confirm your volunteer slot. A waiver will be attached. Any participants under 16 years old will need to be accompanied by an adult during their volunteer time.

At the JOGCC, we are proud to offer a variety of free services to the community, including  a catered meal, clothing, accessories, shoes, baby necessities, brand-new toys, health screenings, dancing, and free raffles with fantastic prizes. This event is a wonderful opportunity for families and individuals to enjoy a delicious meal, shop for essentials, and engage in fun activities while connecting with others in the community. 

We are a nonprofit that puts books in the hands of those who need them most! Currently, we are needing encyclopedia sets to send to our friends in Africa. Can you help us?

Please contact Mark @booksfordev@gmail.com for more info. The warehouse is open on Saturdays from 9am-noon for book donations.

Thanks,

Books for Development Team 

www.booksfordevelopment.com

If you have any encyclopedias, math, science, sports, health books or Spanish books you’re no longer using, please consider donating them to our organization.

Thank you for your support!

Net-Working for Oysters!

Join us for a hands-on workday supporting Galveston Bay Foundation’s oyster reef restoration efforts. GBF uses recycled shrimp nets to hold recycled oyster shells for our oyster reef monitoring efforts and we need your help to finish preparing them so they can be used out in the field.

The nets have already been cut to size. Your task will be to help “sew” them into sacks by threading paracord through the edges to secure them.

No experience is needed, and all materials will be provided.

Your time will directly support the restoration of oyster reefs in our local waters. Come meet other community members who care about a cleaner, healthier bay.

Enjoy complimentary pizza and sodas as a thank-you for lending a hand.

Click here to learn about getting to and parking at GBF Headquarters in Kemah.

We are a nonprofit organization, and we provide tutorial services for students who are struggling academically. Elementary to High School ages 

Reading.  Math.  Writing 

•These students need your skills and knowledge 
•Share in the academic success of a student 

•Tutorials are held between the hours of 5 pm - 9 pm Monday through Friday 

•We  provide orientation and training to support your success 
•We provide recommendations and approve volunteer hours 

complete an application https://www.byceministries.org/volunteer-tutor-application

attend the tutors virtual meet and greet 

Attend brief training on using our software

Woodland Park is the second-oldest park in Houston and is a designated City of Houston nature preserve with lovely, wooded trails along Little White Oak Bayou.  Friends of Woodland Park (FWP) will host an event to clear and repair trails and rid the park of any trash and debris that has accumulated. We'll also refresh the butterfly and firefly gardens.

FWP volunteers annually remove over 10,000 pounds of trash from the Nature Preserve that collects along the bayou following Houston's heavy rains.

FWP will provide gloves, trash bags, bug spray, snacks and water. 

Volunteers should wear closed toe shoes that can get dirty. 

Restrooms are available on-site in the Community Center.

Parking is available on site and on nearby neighborhood streets.

Woodland Park (212 Parkview St) is centrally located near downtown.

Questions? Please contact us at volunteer@friendsofwoodlandpark.org  

Join our Flower Team! You will learn how to harvest and care for a variety of seasonal flowers. We also make fresh-cut bouquets to raise funds that support the farm.

Shamba Ya Amani, the Farm of Peace, is working for justice by feeding our community, both body and soul. We feed the body by growing vegetables and fruit, raising honeybees, and tending flowers. We feed the soul by building this farm together, forming a connection to each other and to the earth we are cultivating.

Bring a bottle of water and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes or boots! No experience required! Come join the beauty on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9 am–noon.

For more information, contact Kim Meyer kim@famhoustontx.org.

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Shamba Ya Amani (Farm of Peace) can be found at this address: 
8401 Dairy View Lane
Houston, TX 77072

There is parking along the street and a Metro bus station nearby at Beechnut and Dairy View Lane. Look for our white circle sign near the street and a sunflower mural as you approach the entrance of the farm.

Come have a great time with us as we assist visitors attend the Nutcracker Market event at NRG Stadium. This event will run from 10:00 am until 6:00 pm utilizing two separate shifts or just one shift for volunteers who would like to stay for the entire event. Water and Gatorade will be provided for volunteers we just ask that volunteers wear black pants/shorts with no holes in them and black comfortable shoes for this event. Volunteers should enter NRG'S Tan Lot which is off of LaConcha and N. Stadium and follow the prompts for Parking Attendant Wardrobe as a shirt will be provided for volunteers. Volunteers are asked to be friendly in greeting visitors as they assist visitors in finding parking spots at the stadium. Standing and greeting will be required. 

Join Operation Turkey – Houston South Central as we come together to give back this Thanksgiving!

There are two amazing ways to serve your community this season:

Turkey Tailgate – Wednesday, November 26

Help us smoke and prepare hundreds of turkeys that will feed families in need!

We need 50 volunteers to make it happen!

Thanksgiving Day – Thursday, November 27

Join the team as we cook, pack, and deliver meals to those less fortunate.

We need 90 volunteers to prep, cook, and pack meals, and 50 delivery drivers to help deliver warm meals across the Houston community!

Delivery Drivers: Active insurance and a valid driver license is required. Please email the documents to trinell@cohapoutreachcorporation.org. Two people per vehicle is required. 

Ready to volunteer?
Scan the QR Code or click the link below to register:
https://mailchi.mp/operationturkey/signup-volunteers

When registering, scroll to the bottom and select the Houston South Central Area location.

Let’s come together, serve with heart, and make this Thanksgiving one to remember. 

This Thanksgiving, multiple businesses, nonprofit organizations, and community leaders are joining forces for Operation Houston – South Central Area to serve over 1,000 warm meals to families in need.

We’re calling on all volunteers and donors to help collect hygiene items to donate.
Items needed:
Bar Soap 4.7oz, Shampoo and Body Wash 4oz, Frosted White Clear Zippered Amenities Bag, Hair Comb, Deodorant 1.6oz, Vented Hairbrush, Clear Soap Box Hinged Lid, Toothbrush Holder, Mouthwash, Chapstick, Hand Sanitizer, Hand Wipes, Toothbrush, Toothpaste 4.75oz

“The smallest act of kindness can fill a heart with gratitude. Your generosity helps restore dignity and spreads love across our community.” Act Now — Make Thanksgiving Brighter for 1,000 Individuals!

Everyone is welcome to participate in Shamba Days. You’ll help with whatever the farm may need... mulching, weeding, planting, harvesting, and more!

Shamba Ya Amani, the Farm of Peace, is working for justice by feeding our community, both body and soul. We feed the body by growing vegetables and fruit, raising honeybees, and tending flowers. We feed the soul by building this farm together, forming a connection to each other and to the earth we are cultivating.

Bring a bottle of water and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes or boots!

Shamba Ya Amani (Farm of Peace) can be found at this address: 
8401 Dairy View Lane
Houston, TX 77072
There is parking along the street and a Metro bus station nearby at Beechnut and Dairy View Lane. Look for our white circle sign near the street and a sunflower mural as you approach the entrance of the farm.

Are you passionate about building a healthier, stronger community? The Houston Health Department (HHD) is calling on dedicated individuals like YOU to join our volunteer team!

Whether you're a student, retiree, professional, or simply someone who wants to give back, your time and talents can help improve lives across our city.

Friendsgiving Food Drive

This holiday season, Women Connection Inc. is hosting a Friendsgiving Food Drive to ensure families in need can gather around the table with joy and a warm meal. We’re asking our community to come together and donate food items that will help create a special holiday dinner. Every can, box, or bag makes a difference! Suggested Donation Items: Stuffing mix Canned vegetables (corn, green beans, peas) Instant mashed potatoes Cranberry sauce Boxed macaroni & cheese If you’d like to partner with us or support the drive by making a donation, please contact us at womenconnectioninc@gmail.com.

Your donations will help homeless women, single mothers, teen moms, and women of domestic violence get back on their feet!

Donations we are accepting but not limited to:

Any Household Essentials and Cleaning Products Examples

Any Baby Care Essentials Example Includes:

Any Food Items:

Example Includes

Other

For more information about our organization:

www.womenconnectioninc.com

Drop off location and Times

Monday thru Friday 10:00 -12:00 1:00-3:00 Saturday 9:00 -2:00

Call for location drop off 832-420-6573

As an ESL Tutor, you will have the important task of providing personalized instructions to students who are non-native English speakers in their homes or online.

Your role will be instrumental in helping these students enhance their English language skills, improve their communication abilities, and achieve their language proficiency goals.

A commitment of 2 hours per week is asked of volunteers.

Join our team as an ESL (English as a Second Language) Classroom Assistant and help adult learners build the language skills they need to thrive. 

As a classroom assistant, you’ll work alongside trained instructors to create a welcoming, supportive learning environment. Whether students are just beginning to learn the alphabet or practicing everyday conversations, your presence helps build confidence and connection. 

As a volunteer, you may: 

Lead one-on-one or small group conversation practice 

Help students who missed class catch up on lessons 

Offer translation support for pre-beginner and literacy-level learners (if you speak a shared language) 

Your support will help refugees improve their English, strengthen their communication skills, and work toward life-changing goals—like getting a job, talking to a doctor, or helping their children with school. 

We offer classes Monday through Friday, between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM. 

No teaching experience required—just patience, encouragement, and a passion for helping others. 

Are you interested in volunteering with WorkFaith but not quite sure where to start? Let’s connect!

This one-on-one virtual or in-person meeting is designed to help you explore your passions, skills, and availability to match you with the perfect volunteer opportunity. Whether you’re drawn to encouraging job seekers, helping behind the scenes, or supporting special events, there’s a place for you here.

You’ll meet with our Volunteer Coordinator, to learn more about our mission and the meaningful ways you can get involved.

To get started, simply respond to this need and our Volunteer Coordinator will reach out to you via email to schedule your personalized 1-on-1 meeting.

Come discover how your unique gifts can make a lasting impact. We can’t wait to meet you!

Volunteers are needed to help setup/take down, supervise arts/crafts, assist with seed planting, supervise bouncy house and serve snacks. Please report to the garden for 11am.

Thank you!

The Apple Corps Leader Team is a dedicated group of individuals who donate time regularly at the Houston Food Bank. This program is designed to expand upon existing skills or develop new leadership skills. With countless community and corporate volunteer groups each year, our Apple Corps Leader volunteers are essential to the operation of the Food Bank by leading, training and organizing these groups.

Apple Corps Leaders are critically important to the success of the Houston Food Bank and help in the following areas:

Volunteer at the Houston Food Bank and take part in our mission of Food for better lives!   Opportunities are available for individuals, corporations, schools, faith based and community organizations and others.  Help out while sharing the value of volunteering with those you learn with, worship with, play with or work with - and have a blast doing it!

Volunteer opportunities for individuals, corporations, schools, faith based and community organizations and others: Help out while sharing the value of volunteering with those you learn with, worship with, play with or work with - and have a blast doing it!

Community Service Hours: For those who must complete mandated community service, or required hours for government-funded programs. 

Dedicated Volunteer Programs: Take your commitment to FIGHT HUNGER to the next level and become one of our volunteer leaders, trained and experienced in coordinating HFB volunteer activities.

REGISTRATION DETAILS: 

The Houston Food Bank is America’s largest food bank serving 18 southeast Texas counties.  Our goal is to make food accessible to people in their greatest times of need by serving nutritious meals to 800,000 individuals a year through food pantries, soup kitchens, senior centers and other agencies.  Volunteers are critical to our fight against hunger. 

As the face of the Houston Food Bank, volunteers help at our Welcome Desk by:

Convenient morning, afternoon and evening shifts, Monday through Saturday.  For more information, please contact loludare@houstonfoodbank.org.

Proofread, review, and edit the first draft of student job applications.

As an Application Advisor, you play a crucial role in helping our students submit outstanding job applications. Using the Application Feedback Form and the guidelines provided, you will review, proofread, and offer detailed suggestions to ensure each application meets the highest standards of professionalism. Volunteers will receive 1-3 applications per session to review, helping clients craft "pristine" applications that set them up for success in their job search.

This volunteer opportunity occurs three times a month, aligning with each JSA class cycle, and is conducted entirely electronically. Applications are sent out on Wednesdays, and reviewed submissions must be emailed back by 8:00 AM the following Wednesday. This one-week turnaround is vital as student training programs operate on a tight schedule. By contributing your time and expertise, you’ll directly impact the confidence and success of our clients as they take their next steps toward meaningful employment.

✨ Join the Magic Behind the Scenes! ✨

The Anderson Center for the Arts is preparing to dazzle once again for our Annual Evening of Elegance Gala!

Do you love art, community, and creating meaningful experiences?

The Anderson Center for the Arts is seeking passionate volunteers to join our team as docents and event operations assistants! As a volunteer, you’ll help welcome visitors, guide guests through exhibitions, assist with programs and events, and ensure the Center runs smoothly for artists and audiences alike. Whether you’re greeting guests with a warm smile, sharing insights about the artwork on display, or helping behind the scenes to keep things flowing, your presence helps keep the arts alive and thriving in our community.

This is a wonderful opportunity to:

✨ Learn more about local and regional artists

✨ Connect with a vibrant creative community

✨ Gain hands-on experience in arts administration and event coordination

✨ Be part of something beautiful and impactful

Every Tuesday and Thursday, Hope Impacts partners with Cross Road Church to offer the opportunity for the homeless community of Katy to come and have supper, fellowship together, take a shower, and receive necessities and clothes.  We need volunteers to help us facilitate this program. You must arrive promptly at 4:30 to receive your role and have time to ask questions if needed. If you cannot arrive at 4:30 pm, please email us directly at allie@hopeimpacts.org

Positions will be assigned upon arrival and may include: 

Please visit our website before your shift to watch the training slide show.
Link: https://www.hopeimpacts.org/general-volunteer-training-slideshow

MINORS BETWEEN 16-18 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED AT ALL TIMES & EVENTS BY A PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN.

IF YOU NEED COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS (CSH) YOU MUST APPLY DIRECTLY WITH THE BRANCH MANAGER BY EMAILING susan@hopeimpacts.org.  CSH is approved on a case by case basis and approval can take up to 5 business days, you will need to schedule in advance accordingly, thank you.

Join us for some time in nature, tending to our community garden and beautifying our community. We will clean up the garden beds, water the plants, pick any ripe food and clean up the property if there’s any trash around the area.

Black United Fund of Texas will provide trash bags, sunscreen and bug spray. Volunteers should wear closed toe shoes that can get dirty, bring gloves (we will have some extra if needed) and a water bottle. Restrooms are available on-site in the Bayland Center. Parking is available on site and on nearby neighborhood streets. The Bayland Center (2606 Greg St) is centrally located near downtown.

Questions? Please contact us at marissa@buftx.org

Are you passionate about helping others succeed in job interviews? Are you comfortable asking interview questions and providing thoughtful feedback? As a Mock Interviewer, you’ll empower job seekers by providing valuable feedback and encouragement at a critical stage in their employment journey.

Come join us at our Dacoma or Star of Hope office or virtually on Zoom! Help job seekers refine their interview skills by asking real-world questions and offering constructive feedback. your guidance will boost their confidence, improve communication, and prepare them for job opportunities.

Responsibilities:

Example schedule:

Why volunteer?

Sign up today to make an impact!

You can sign up on our volunteer platform by clicking here: WorkFaith Volunteers

Join us at our offices to celebrate and uplift our JSA graduating clients! Many have worked hard to complete the program but may not have a personal support system to cheer them on. As a Celebration Champion, your encouragement and presence will make their graduation day even more meaningful.

Location: 2575 Reed Rd, Houston, TX 77051 OR 4555 Dacoma Street, Houston, TX 77092

Time: 12:30 PM – 1:10 PM
Schedule: This opportunity takes place Friday's, on the final day of a JSA class.

Impact:
Your support as a Celebration Champion will empower and inspire our graduates, reminding them they are not alone in their journey. Sign up today to be part of this special milestone.

You can sign up on our volunteer platform by clicking here: WorkFaith Volunteers

Join us in making JSA class days run smoothly by providing essential support at our Reed Road location. As a Classroom Support Volunteer, you’ll welcome clients, assist with sign-in, answer incoming calls, and ensure our front desk and office task runs efficiently. Your presence helps create a warm, organized environment for our clients.

Responsibilities:

Greet and check in clients attending JSA classes.

Assist with front desk reception duties including answering and transferring phone calls.

Assist with smooth mock interviewing office set up

Schedule:

11:30 - 1:30 Fridays during JSA class weeks.

Additional Notes:

1 volunteer per shift.

Consistent volunteers preferred

SIGN UP TODAY! Your service creates a welcoming space and helps maintain flow and professionalism on our busiest days of the week.

You can sign up on our volunteer platform by click here: WorkFaith Volunteer

As a Care Caller, you'll talk with former clients and offer them hope, connection, and spiritual growth. Many of the people you'll speak with are seeking encouragement, belonging, and purpose. Your compassionate guidance can be the bridge they need to take their next step.

This opportunity is perfect for anyone who loves connecting with others, fostering relationships, and sharing positivity! 

For this role, you will be given a device to make calls and a script to follow along.

You can sign up on our volunteer platform by click here: WorkFaith Volunteer

Provide various administrative support: data entry, mailing duties, storage organization.

You can sign up on our volunteer platform by click here: WorkFaith Volunteer

A lot of stuff

Bring in and sort donations, help organize and keep the the store clean, hang clothes, test electronics, etc.

Sort donations, hang clothes, organize books, test electronics, help load purchases, etc.

Company Description
Young Homeowners League is a 501c3 nonprofit to empower high schoolers and other youths to work, save, buy land, build starter homes, and become young homeowners.
Revolving fund will be used to acquire lower priced land to develop into lots, with target cost $30k each.
Our first focus area is within the City of Houston with sewer line, and our second is communities within a one-hour commute of Houston.
We organize youths into project teams with experienced members to build starter homes, 1000 to 1400 sqft size, starting $120/sqft.
Young team members earn the majority share (80%) of project labor costs, with experienced members receiving 20%.
Team members have priority to purchase the homes they help build, at cost.

Role Description
An Affordable Homeownership Champion is an unpaid volunteer role, unless actively participating in construction work, in which case compensation comes from the experienced members portion (20%) of labor costs.
Champions can contribute in one or more of the following ways:
1. Help future homeowners, including yourself, plan to work, save, build credit, invest in land, support the construction of starter homes, and prepare for homeowner.
2. Support or supervise construction teams (ideal for teachers, retirees, tradespeople, or business professionals) building starter homes, especially part-time or during summer.
3. If you own land or a home and need a shed or smaller home built, consider placing an order through our project teams. Shed reference $35/sqft. Home within 1400 sqft reference $120/sqft
4. Help connect us with organizations offering grants or low-interest loans for our land revolving fund.
5. If you can put money into our revolving fund as a loan, let’s talk.
6. Help design starter homes that are attractive, efficient, using lower cost materials, and easier to build especially for less experienced youths.

Key Responsibilities: Monitor the financial health of the organization and review financial statements, budgets, and financial planning documents.

Budgeting & Reporting:

Oversee the development of the annual budget and ensure financial reports are accurate and timely.

Present regular financial reports to the board.

Compliance & Controls:

Ensure compliance with tax and financial reporting requirements.

Monitor internal controls and financial risk management practices.

Support Staff/Finance Team:

Work closely with the Finance Director/Manager, if applicable.

Support fundraising and grant management from a financial oversight perspective.

Key Responsibilities:  To lead the board’s efforts in securing financial resources to support the mission of the organization.

Fundraising Strategy:

Develop and oversee the organization’s fundraising strategy in collaboration with staff and the board.

Set fundraising goals and ensure the board is actively engaged in reaching them.

Donor Engagement:

Cultivate relationships with major donors, sponsors, and supporters.

Encourage and support board members in their fundraising and donor stewardship roles.

Campaign Leadership:
Lead or support capital campaigns, annual giving, grant efforts, and special fundraising events.

Work closely with development staff (if present) to align efforts.

Reporting & Monitoring:

Monitor fundraising performance and report progress to the board regularly.

Identify opportunities for growth and diversification of funding sources.

Key Responsibilities:To ensure the board operates effectively, ethically, and in alignment with the organization’s bylaws and best governance practices.

Board Recruitment & Orientation:

Lead the recruitment, nomination, and onboarding of new board members.

Ensure new members receive appropriate orientation and training.

Board Development:

Organize ongoing training and development opportunities for board members.

Facilitate regular evaluations of board performance (individually and collectively).

Policy & Compliance Oversight:

Review and recommend updates to bylaws, policies, and governance procedures.

Ensure adherence to board roles, responsibilities, and ethical standards.

Key Responsibilities:
To lead the organization’s branding, public relations, and outreach strategies to enhance visibility and public support.

Strategic Oversight:

Develop and guide the organization’s marketing and communications strategy.

Align messaging with mission, values, and fundraising goals.

Brand Management:

Ensure consistent and effective use of brand elements across platforms.

Oversee the development of marketing materials and campaigns.

Media & Public Relations:

Act as a liaison with the media when needed or support staff in doing so.

Help promote events, campaigns, and organizational achievements.

Digital Engagement:

Support the organization’s online presence (social media, website, email newsletters).

Monitor public engagement metrics and suggest improvements.

Legal Oversight:

Advise the board and executive leadership on legal issues affecting the organization.

Review key contracts, agreements, and legal documents as needed.

Risk Management:

Identify legal risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.

Ensure appropriate insurance coverage and legal protections are in place.

Regulatory Compliance:

Ensure compliance with nonprofit laws, employment law, tax law, and other regulations.

Monitor and support filings such as IRS Form 990, charitable registrations, etc.

Policy Review:

Assist with drafting and reviewing policies related to governance, ethics, data protection, whistleblower protections, and conflict of interest.

✨ Calling All Dreamers, Creators, and Spark-Slingers! ✨

The Anderson Center for the Arts is preparing to transform once again for our Annual Evening of Elegance Gala—and we need your magic touch!  We’re gathering a merry band of volunteers to help weave a little wonder through our halls: think twinkling lights, bold displays, and soft spaces that whisper stories of beauty and celebration. Whether you’re a master of ribbon and glitter, a wizard with drapery, or simply someone who loves seeing imagination come to life, we’d love to have you join our creative crew.

Come lend your hands, your laughter, and your sense of whimsy as we turn the Anderson Center into a shimmering haven of art and elegance. You’ll be part of something special—a behind-the-scenes team that makes the magic possible. ✨

Attire: Comfortable clothes fit for creativity (a sprinkle of sparkle never hurts!)

Help spread Holiday Cheer – Volunteer with Upbring!

Alpha Search and Recovery will be hosting a search and rescue canine seminar in Huntsville, Texas. We are looking for people to come and hide for the search dogs while they are training. These volunteers will need to be able to commit to a 5-hour shift and be willing to run, walk, and hide from the dogs in all different types of scenarios. When found by the dog, they should be willing to play with the dog per the handler's instructions or offer the dog their treat reward. It is a lot of fun and a unique experience to help these dogs out!

 

A Great and Wonderful opportunity to volunteer and assist Young Society of Houston Community Outreach Organization and other local organizations from the Great City of Houston and surrounding areas at the upcoming 2026 Martin Luther King Jr Unity Parade. The parade will be on Monday, January 19, 2026 and Volunteers are needed!

High school  and college students are welcome to earn volunteer credit hours for this great volunteer opportunity. Please Note: if you are under the age of 16 , a parent or guardian must be present during this important volunteer opportunity.  

Please Share This Important Volunteer Opportunity With Others Who May Be Interested. 

 Volunteers will assist with the following:

For more information, please contact Monique Mason  via email at ysohtx@gmail.com Parade will be televised on all local channels. See You There!

Additional Details 

16 and older

Parent or Guardian required for minors under the age of 16

Is Family Friendly

Register by Jan 17, 2026

Is Outdoors

Is Wheelchair Accessible

Inclement Weather Plan:  Reschedule Notice Will Be Given  In Case Of Weather Implications

Want to get outdoors and lead people? Friends of Woodland Park (FWP) is looking for 4-6 people to manage logistics and materials for park work days. Volunteers annually remove 10-15,000 pounds of trash from the Little White Oak Bayou floodplain within Woodland Park.

FWP usually sponsors 7 community work days annually (Jan, Feb, Mar, April, Sept, Oct, Nov) plus Earth Day (corporate weekday event, April).  Scout projects may also require support. 

Friends of Woodland Park is an all volunteer organization and this is a volunteer opportunity. 

Expectations:

Cleanups are generally held on Saturday mornings, with occasional weekday cleanups for corporate groups. 

With help from the Beautification Director and FWP board, team members will identify supplies and tools needed using provided checklists. Supplies generally include FWP Flags, canopy, info kit, table cloth, gloves, trash grabbers, trash bags, water coolers and cups, snacks, first aid kit, bug spray and hand sanitizer. Tools such as shovels and wheel barrows are borrowed from and returned to Houston Tool Bank. 

Team members will gather equipment from storage located at 2515 Washington Avenue and any other supplies (such as snacks) and ensure that committee members can receive them on clean-up day or prior.  

Set up the supply distribution area and check-in table at Woodland Park Community Center located at 212 Parkview St. 

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 7 a.m. Check In & Breakfast | 8 a.m. Shotgun Start Lunch & Prizes Following the Tournament BlackHorse Golf Club | 12205 Fry Rd., Cypress, TX 77433

We are excited to welcome you to our annual Upbring Golf tournament! There will be fun and challenging contests throughout the course including closest to the pin, longest drive and hole-in-one contests with great prizes for the winners. We also have exciting raffles including gift cards, baskets, golf certificates and more! Upbring Golf proceeds benefit the children and families we serve through our life-changing programs in the Greater Houston area including Foster In Texas, BeREAL Supervised Independent Living and Head Start Preschools. 

Volunteers will support with registration tables, assisting players on the course, manning auction tables, and general event support throughout the tournament.  Join us, have a great time, and make a difference! Wednesday, November 12, 2025 7 a.m. Check In & Breakfast | 8 a.m. Shotgun Start Lunch & Prizes Following the Tournament BlackHorse Golf Club | 12205 Fry Rd., Cypress, TX 77433

Cypress Assistance Ministries is putting on its annual Merriment at the Ministry, our Christmas toy and gift distribution.  Registered families sign up in advance and complete a form with their information and a wish list for each child.  For Merriment the families will come to Cypress Methodist Church, where will we use their Wishlist to shop from our selection of donated gifts.

We have a number of tasks we need help with during the week of Merriment.  This includes unloading and
unpacking donations, selecting gifts, checking in clients, loading presents into vehicles, etc.

Please use the link below to sign- up to volunteer.

Cypress Assistance Ministries: Merriment

Join the Missouri City Chamber of Commerce as we host our 2nd Annual Fall Festival — a full-day, family-friendly community celebration on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Hunters Glen Park.

We are seeking dedicated volunteers to assist with a variety of event activities including:

Event setup and breakdown

Running activity booths (coloring contest, pumpkin decorating, arts & crafts)

Supporting contests (Sweet Treats Showdown, Chili Cookoff)

Welcoming attendees and helping at the info table

Managing field games and outdoor stations

Assisting with the Costume Walk and Community Hero Ceremony

Directing guests to various areas of the park

Helping keep the event space clean and safe

This is a great opportunity to give back, earn service hours, and support your local community while enjoying a vibrant and festive atmosphere.

All volunteers will receive a participation certificate from the Chamber. Water and light snacks will be provided.

At Friends For Life, every animal matters. Founded in 2002, Friends For Life introduced the first no-kill shelter model to Houston – saving animals regardless of their breed, age or condition.

Houston-grown, we’re here to help our neighbors care for the pets they love.

We’re not finished until every animal has a safe home. Until then, we’ll be innovating, improving and tracking results to find the most effective ways to save lives. 

As a dog behavior volunteer, you will help provide various enrichment needs to our dogs (think kongs and nose work!). Enrichment volunteers are essential to help improve the daily lives of our dogs at the shelter.* Our Behavior volunteer program is a five-step program, and you'll start out as a BV1 volunteer (behavior volunteer - level 1). Our behavior program is truly one-of-a-kind. You'll learn such much, like how animals communicate, different types of enrichment, how to read body language, learning theory, and so much more. 

Current Behavior Dog Volunteer shifts from from 2-5PM every day - including weekends.

Sign up today to help our dogs get the socialization and enrichment that they deserve!

Note - This need is ongoing. Please disregard the "runs until" date attached to this need.

At Friends For Life, every animal matters. Founded in 2002, Friends For Life introduced the no-kill shelter model to Houston - saving animals regardless of their breed, age or condition.

Houston-grown, we’re here to help our neighbors care for the pets they love.

We’re not finished until every animal has a safe home. Until then, we’ll be innovating, improving and tracking results to find the most effective ways to save lives.

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Do you love talking with people and have great communication/listening skills? We have the perfect volunteer position for you!

The Greeter will welcome people to the shelter, ask them what they need, and then provide basic details about adopting (including our adoption process), fostering, volunteering, or donating (depending on what the visitors has stopped in for). We created an outline of talking points with all these basics covered to keep it simple. Greeters will be equipped to cover the most basic, high-level version of this information so they can get visitors to the right place efficiently.

Current hours:
Open 6 days a week (closed Tuesdays)

This need is ongoing. Please disregard the "runs until" date attached to this need.

At Friends For Life, every animal matters. Founded in 2002, Friends For Life introduced the first no-kill shelter model to Houston – saving animals regardless of their breed, age or condition.

Houston-grown, we’re here to help our neighbors care for the pets they love.

We’re not finished until every animal has a safe home. Until then, we’ll be innovating, improving and tracking results to find the most effective ways to save lives. 

We'd love for your to join our FFL event volunteer team! Event volunteers help set up the events, manage animals brought to the event, answer questions from the public, and help breakdown afterward.

Event volunteers help us raise funds, recruit new volunteers, find adopters and get our animals into their forever homes. We always need volunteer help at our events!!

This need is ongoing. Please disregard the "runs until" date attached to this need.

At Friends For Life, every animal matters. Founded in 2002, Friends For Life introduced the first no-kill shelter model to Houston – saving animals regardless of their breed, age or condition.

Houston-grown, we’re here to help our neighbors care for the pets they love.

We’re not finished until every animal has a safe home. Until then, we’ll be innovating, improving and tracking results to find the most effective ways to save lives. 

As a cat enrichment volunteer, you will provide various enrichment needs to our cats (think kitty kongs and bubbles!). Enrichment volunteers are essential to helping improve the daily lives of our cats at the shelter. Our Behavior volunteer program is a five step program, and you'll start out as a BV1 volunteer (behavior volunteer - level 1) focused on enrichment. Our behavior program is truly one-of-a-kind. You'll learn such much, like how animals communicate, different types of enrichment, how to read body language, learning theory, and so much more. 

Sign up today to help our cats get the socialization and enrichment that they deserve!

This need is ongoing. Please disregard the "runs until" date attached to this need.

At Friends For Life, every animal matters. Founded in 2002, Friends For Life introduced the first no-kill shelter model to Houston – saving animals regardless of their breed, age or condition.

Houston-grown, we’re here to help our neighbors care for the pets they love.

We’re not finished until every animal has a safe home. Until then, we’ll be innovating, improving and tracking results to find the most effective ways to save lives. 

We have adoptable cats that live at PetSmart on 2902 S. Shepherd Dr. We need volunteers to help clean, feed, and socialize these cats all while helping them find forever homes!

Cattery Hours:

Monday- Friday 5-7pm

Saturday + Sunday 9-11am, 1-3pm, 3-5pm

*Must be 18 years or older to volunteer at the Cattery

This need is ongoing. Please disregard the "runs until" date attached to this need.

At Friends For Life, every animal matters. Founded in 2002, Friends For Life introduced the first no-kill shelter model to Houston – saving animals regardless of their breed, age or condition.

Houston-grown, we’re here to help our neighbors care for the pets they love.

We’re not finished until every animal has a safe home. Until then, we’ll be innovating, improving and tracking results to find the most effective ways to save lives. 

Currently, Down N Dirty shifts are offered from 9AM-Noon every day.

PetSmart Volunteer – We have some of our cats that show at the PetSmart cattery on South Shepherd and always need more volunteers who are interested in helping socialize the cats, clean the cages, feed the cats, and answer questions from the public.

This need is ongoing. Please disregard the "runs until" date attached to this need.

There will be a continuation of the tasks started on November 8: garden maintenance and organization, harvesting, planting cover crops, weeding and mixing compost

This month people will continue building enabling garden beds, maintaining special gardens, weeding between the aisles, planting cover crops on vacant lots, harvesting sweet potatoes, and mixing compost.  

Assist in prepping and distributing groceries to families in need. This may include stocking the food pantry, sorting donated items for quality and bagging groceries for individual families, as well as helping families get groceries into their cars. Volunteers may also assist clients to fill out required information for the Houston Food Bank.

The food pantry hosts clients on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

To assist with Tuesday drive-thru distributions, please go to Houston Food Fair Helpers (Tuesdays). To assist with Saturday drive-thru distributions, please go to Houston Food Fair Helpers (Saturdays).

Accounts will be created for new volunteers at www.catholiccharities.org/volunteer. Qualifications must be completed before beginning first shift.

Volunteers aged 14 and older must sign up for shifts themselves. Parents please do not sign up on behalf of your teenagers. Youth waivers must be signed by parent/guardian prior to beginning first shift.

NOTE: We cannot accept court mandated community service hours for any of our volunteer opportunities.

For questions and/or assistance completing qualifications, please reach out to Ashlie Gutierrez at agutierrez@catholiccharities.org.  

This opportunity is great for groups and individuals.

Volunteers sort, assemble, and distribute grocery items for walk-up or drive thru clients. Volunteers may also help by registering clients using Houston Food Bank qualifications.

This opportunity is available every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and on specific Saturdays, from 7:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Click here to sign up today!

For questions or more information, please contact Ashlie Gutierrez at agutierrez@catholiccharities.org.

When arriving, please park in the parking lot across the street from the Guadalupe Basic Needs Center. Also, dress comfortably. This opportunity takes place outdoors. Close toe shoes are required. For a map, please download this parking guide.

NOTE: We cannot accept court mandated community service hours for any of our volunteer opportunities.

Each volunteer aged 14+ must sign up under their own account. Parents please do not sign up on behalf of your teenage children. For children 13 and younger, please sign up as a team and bring a paper youth waiver.

This opportunity is great for groups and individuals.

Volunteers sort, assemble, and distribute grocery items for walk-up or drive thru clients. Volunteers may also help by registering clients using Houston Food Bank qualifications.

This opportunity is available every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and on specific Saturdays, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. (Please see available shifts below.)

When arriving, please park in the parking lot across the street from the Guadalupe Basic Needs Center. Also, dress comfortably. This opportunity takes place outdoors. Close toe shoes are required. For a map, please download this parking guide.

NOTE: We cannot accept court mandated community service hours for any of our volunteer opportunities.

Each volunteer aged 14+ must sign up under their own account. Parents please do not sign up on behalf of your teenage children. For children 13 and younger, please sign up as a team and bring a paper youth waiver.

Catholic Charities’ St. Frances Cabrini Center for Immigrant Legal Assistance provides a diverse array of immigration legal services in greater Houston. Our experienced corps of attorneys and legal professionals provide free and low-cost legal services to children who arrived in the U.S. alone, families seeking immigration assistance, crime victims, asylum seekers, and immigrants seeking to become U.S. citizens.

The Cabrini Center seeks the assistance of pro bono attorneys for both litigation and administrative cases.

The Department of Neighborhoods Mayor's Assistance Office is seeking dedicated volunteers to help assist with the Denver Harbor Celebrity and Community Lyons Avenue Clean up!

Lunch will be provided!

Date: Saturday November 15th

Location: Cliff Tuttle Park 6200 Lyons Avenue Houston, Texas 77020

Time: 9am-12pm (Volunteer Check-in starts at 8:30am)

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Volunteers will need the following:

For any additional questions contact:

Jesse Carballo Jr.

Email:Jesse.Carballo@houstontx.gov|832.986.3952

Description:
Make a lasting impact in the life of a young person in foster care! Academic Coaches help students ages 14–17 build organizational skills, study skills, and provide homework support, while offering encouragement and consistency they can count on.

Youth in foster care often face major educational disruptions—frequent moves, multiple schools, and a lack of stable support. By volunteering just a few hours a week, you can help bridge that gap and empower them to reach their potential.

Training and ongoing support are provided. Sessions take place at Residential Treatment Centers across the greater Houston area, with flexible scheduling during out-of-school hours.

Learn more or sign up for an upcoming informational session:
https://signup.com/go/dTHtQwS

Contact: Laura.Meares@harriscountytx.gov

Our mentoring program is designed to support the growth of our students on the fields, in school, and in life. Mentors are matched with a SpringSpirit participant in grades 3-12 and commit to meet in person at least once a month.  Mentors must submit to a background check and go through an orientation process before being matched with a mentee.  2 locations in Northern Spring Branch.  

Help young people aging out of foster care successfully step into adulthood. As a Transition Coach, you’ll mentor and guide youth (ages 14+) as they create transition plans, explore education and career options, and build the skills they need for independence.

A caring adult can make all the difference for a youth who may not have consistent support. By meeting once a week, you can help them set goals, stay motivated, and navigate life’s next steps.