Seasonal Assistance Needed
Adoption Coalition of Texas
Their mission is to find permanent homes and forever families for 500 foster children.
(888) 441-2009
A World for Children
Needs money to host a Christmas party for 600 kids, $25 gift cards to Wal-Mart, materials for wrapping presents and grocery store gift cards.
(512) 218-4400
AIDS Services of Austin
Needs a computer, gift cards for clothes, household/kitchen items, warm blankets and clothes, toys and games.
(512) 458-2437
American Cancer Society
The chapter in Burnet and Llano counties is currently looking for volunteer drivers to transport cancer patients to and from their cancer treatment.
(800) ACS-2345 to help.
Any Baby Can Child & Family Resource Center
Needs diapers (all sizes), Good-Nites or "diapers" for larger children, sturdy baby crib for a young son of a disabled mother, baby formula, canned or boxed food items, and hygiene items.
(512) 454-3743
Austin Children's Shelter
Needs funding to provide high-quality care, gift certificates for clothes and activities, and children's books in Spanish, and bi-lingual educational materials.
(512) 499-0090
Austin Humane Society
Truck or van, office supplies, dog and cat toys, dog and cat food, collars, leashes, litter boxes, bowls, brushes, nail clippers. See Web site for surgery supplies.
(512) 646-7387
Austin Recovery
Needs underwear, socks, sheets (single), pillows and cases, daily planners and art supplies.
(512) 697-8600
Austin State School
Needs holiday gifts such as CDs, sodas, snacks, cologne, and fast food gift certificates.
(512) 374-6160
Brown Santa - Travis County
The Travis County Sheriff's Office annual toy and food drive. Brown Santa hopes to give 1,000 families a Christmas dinner and toys for the kids.
(512) 247-2682
Brown Santa - Williamson County
The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office needs new toys for newborns to 13. Money donations will also be accepted.
(512) 943-1400
Capital Area Food Bank
Food drives and volunteers are always welcome.
(512) 282-2111
Caritas of Austin
Needs non-perishable food; infant supplies - baby food, formula and diapers; personal hygiene items; gently-used furniture and household items and clothing.
(512) 479-4610
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Travis County
Needs gifts for newborn to teens. Our wishlist includes: gift certificates to grocery stores, Wal-Mart or Target; general office equipment including paper, pens, file folders, furniture, etc.
(512) 459-2272
Center for Child Protection
Needs new car seats, furniture, diapers/Pull-ups, infant care products, blankets, baby gates, new children's clothes, hygiene items, art supplies and more.
(512) 472-1164
Christmas Bureau of Austin and Travis County
Needs sponsor families who provide a suitable meal and/or toys and gifts to the applicants.
(512) 453-3950
Communities in Schools
Needs clothes, school supplies, educational toys, and toiletries for gifts. Throughout the year, we need graphing calculators, fans and heaters, bedding, towels, bicycles, and small appliances.
(512) 462-1771
El Buen Samaritano
Needs monetary donations, volunteers, healthy food donations such as whole grain bread, fresh and canned fruit and vegetables, rice, beans, pasta, soups and canned meats.
(512) 439-0700
Family Crisis Center
Needs toys, clothes, games, and sports equipment for children all ages as well as non-perishable food items for holiday food boxes.
(512) 321-7760
Family Eldercare
Gift drive provides gifts for elderly and disabled adults. Needs blankets and new oil-filled electric heaters to distribute to clients during winter months. We also need H-E-B or Randalls gift cards.
(512) 483-3582
Foundation Communities
Needs sponsors to adopt families who need help buying gifts and food for their holiday. Wish lists and sizes are provided. Gift cards are also welcome.
(512) 447-2026
Foundation for the Homeless
Needs toys, umbrellas, quilts, air mattresses and pumps, winter gloves, kitchen table and chairs for eight families, artificial Christmas trees and decorations, and grocery store gift cards and gas cards for homeless families with children.
(512) 453-6570
Habitat for Humanity
International Christian organization committed to eliminating poverty housing. See the Wish List for needed tools and materials.
(512) 472-8788
Hearts and Hooves
The therapeutic ranch with miniature horses provides healing through interaction between humans and animals. Visit their Wish List to help.
(512) 376-7667
Heart House of Austin
Needs children's books and magazines from our Amazon.com wish list, art materials, kitchen supplies, furniture and gift cards, especially from H-E-B.
(512) 929-8187
Helping the Aging, Needy and Disabled, Inc.
Needs items for clients who will attend our Christmas party on Dec. 17 (gift cards - H-E-B/Wal-Mart, pies, cookies, paper goods); cleaning Supplies, non-perishable food items, pillows, blankets, bath towels, kitchen towels, plastic plates, plastic tumblers, flashlights, batteries (AA/AAA), bars of soap, shampoo & cream rinse, vacuum cleaners
(512) 477-3796
Hospice Austin
Handcrafted white clay angels are given with a $25 donation during the holidays. They make great Christmas tree decorations and gifts.
(512) 342-4700
Kids Inspiring Kids
Needs toys, crafts, clothing, and holiday gifts for low income children.
LifeWorks
Transitions youth and families from crisis to safety and success. See the Wish List for a complete list of needed items.
(512) 735-2475
Meals on Wheels and More
Holiday baskets, Ensure, new blankets, nightgowns, personal care items, robes, sweaters, slippers, socks, pens and pencils, stamps, magnifying eyeglasses and disposable cameras.
(512) 476-6325
Operation Blue Santa
The Austin Police Department's annual toy drive. Please bring a new or gently used toy, book or stuffed animal (unwrapped) to any Austin Public Library or Fire Station.
(512) 220-BLUE
Partnerships for Austin Children in Crisis
Needs people willing to adopt 50 children in our Christmas Wishlist Program.
(512) 834-4756
Pet Helpers
Needs adopters and foster homes for orphan cats and dogs and donations of cash or pet supplies. See Wish List for more details.
(512) 444-PETS
Ride On Center for Kids (ROCK)
Provides children in Williamson and surrounding counties safe, affordable hippotherapy, therapeutic riding, and related educational programs. See Web site for Wish List.
(512) 930-ROCK
Ronald McDonald House Charities
Needs office supplies, household items, food, personal care items and more. See Web site for Wish List
(512) 472-9844
SafePlace
See the Wish List for a list of ways to help.
(512) 267-SAFE
The Salvation Army
Needs toys, clothing, and food gift cards for needy children and families.
(512) 634-5906
Sarah’s House Maternity Home
Sarah's House is a Christian maternity home that provides shelter, food, and support for pregnant women. We need maternity clothing, H-E-B gift certificates, cars, gently used infant clothing and volunteers.
(512) 219-8322
True Light Day Care
Needs coats, shoes, food, clothing, toys, beds, furniture, bedding (sheets, blankets, comforters), gift certificates, bathroom towels, and books for the agency for all ages (2 months to 12 years).
(512) 928-1287
Wright House Wellness Center
Needs comfortable reception chairs; 2 Halogen floor lamps, double bed, sheets, towels, cookware, etc.; shelving units; landscape, electrician and handyman services; slip covers for sofa and love seats; volunteers.
(512) 467-0088
Year-round Assistance Needed
Alzheimer's Association Capital of Texas Chapter
Source for Alzheimer's information and programs in Central Texas.
(512) 241-0420
American Diabetes Association
Provides diabetes research, information and advocacy.
(512) 472-9838
American Youthworks
Serves mostly low-income youth by providing opportunities for success in school, job training, and community service.
(512) 236-6100
Animal Trustees of Austin
Represents, protects and finds new homes for animals.
(512) 450-0111
The Arc of the Capital Area
Provides services to children and adults with mental retardation and other developmental disabilities and their families in Austin.
(512) 476-7044
Arthouse at Jones Center (formerly Texas Fine Arts Association)
Promotes the growth of contemporary art in Texas.
(512) 453-5312
The Austin Academy
A community-based adult education center that teaches life skills.
(512) 326-8655
Austin Area Interreligious Ministries
A nonprofit that aims to bring people of all faiths together to participate with one another in helping the needy.
(512) 386-9145
Austin Area Urban League
Assists African Americans and disadvantaged citizens in the achievement of social and economic development.
(512) 478-7176
Austin Child Guidance Center
Improves the mental health of children through early intervention, diagnosis, and treatment to help them develop emotional skills.
(512) 451-2242
Austin Children’s Choir
Offers a curriculum of varied repertoire including classical, popular, and multicultural music to Austin-area children.
(512) 853-9535
Austin Children's Museum
Committed to inspiring young children and the adults in their lives to experience the joy of learning through the power of constructive play.
(512) 472-2499
Austin Groups for the Elderly (AGE)
Provides support to organizations and individuals involved in the process of vital aging.
(512) 451-4611
Austin Independent School District
The district provides after-school programs for low-income and low-performing students.
(512) 414-0450
Austin Latino/Latina Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Organization (ALLGO)
Works to achieve a just and equitable society that celebrates and nurtures vibrant people of color and queer cultures through arts, health and advocacy programming.
(512) 472-2001
Austin Museum of Art
Pursues a mission of educating and inspiring a diverse audience about the visual arts and their relevance to our times.
(512) 495-9224
Austin Partners in Education
Encourages businesses, employees and individuals to support Austin schools.
(512) 637-0900
The Austin Project
Needs adopters for 50 families for holiday gifts and food, food gift cards, adult and children’s clothing, toiletries, household items, new toys and gift certificates.
(512) 929-3545
Austin Public Library Foundation
Supports the Austin library system.
(512) 542-0076
Austin Sierra Club
A grassroots volunteer organization caring for the environment.
(512) 477-1729
Austin Smiles (The Austin Plastic Surgery Foundation)
Provides reconstructive plastic surgery for children, primarily cleft lip and palate, in Central Texas and Latin America.
(512) 451-9300
Austin State Hospital – Volunteer Services Council
Seeks good, services and donations which cannot be provided by the hospital due to law or funding.
(512) 419-2333
Austin Zoo
Assists animals in need through rescue, education and rehabilitation.
(512) 288-1490
Barrington Elementary School
The school has several families living at the poverty level; some are homeless.
(512) 414-2008
Bastrop County Emergency Food Pantry & Support Center
Assists residents with food and other assistance
(512) 303-0033
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas
Helps youth of Central Texas achieve their potential so they may live productive and healthy lives.
(512) 472-5437
Blood and Tissue Center of Central Texas Needs 6,000 blood donations to save Central Texans’ lives.
(512) 206-1266
Boys and Girls Club of the Capital Area
Needs Christmas party volunteers, Christmas trees, decorations, cookies, punch new toys and adopters for 30 families.
(512) 444-7199
Breakthrough: Students Teaching Students
Provides a path for high-potential, low-income students, and promotes careers in education.
(512) 692-9444
Breast Cancer Resource Center
Provides support services for women going through the diagnostic process or treatment for breast cancer.
(512) 544-0900
Camp Fire USA Balcones Council
We build caring, confident youth and future leaders.
(512) 349-2111
Campus Environmental Center
The student-run organization educates others about the environment and works on campus environmental projects.
(512) 232-7840
Caring Family Network
Needs adopters for 250 foster children for holiday gift cards, gift certificates and new toys.
(512) 719-3222
Central Texas SPCA
A no-kill animal shelter that cares for homeless and abandoned dogs and cats.
(512) 260-7722
Child Incorporated
Teaches parenting skills to foster early childhood development.
(800) 222-4051
(512) 451-7361
Children’s Advocacy Center Serving Bastrop, Lee & Fayette Counties
Serves child abuse victims from 0 to 17.
(512) 321-6161
Children’s Wellness Center
A nurse-managed school-based health center for indigent children in the Del Valle Independent School District.
(512) 386-3335
Clean Water Action
Works for clean, safe and affordable water and the prevention of health-threatening pollution.
(512) 474-0605
Crime Prevention Institute
Helps people transition from incarceration into the community.
(512) 502-9704
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation – Central Texas Chapter
Needs volunteers for holiday events, as well as in-kind donations for a silent auction.
(512) 338-1744
East Austin REALife Center
Serves children and families with adult literacy classes, after-school and mentoring programs.
(512) 331-5050
Easter Seals-Central Texas
Assists people with disabilities and their families.
(512) 478-2581
Ecology Action An all volunteer organization that promotes environmental issues and especially recycling.
(512) 322-0000
Elgin Human Society
Promotes the prevention of cruelty to animals and assists in returning lost animals and in the adoption of abandoned pets.
(512) 285-9636
English Now
Helps adults learn English as a second language.
(512) 719-9979
Family Connections
Works with parents and child care providers to improve the quality of early education.
(512) 478-5725
Far Northwest Austin Caregivers
Provides free transportation to seniors and the elderly in far Northwest Austin to get to medical appointments, shopping and other errands.
(512) 250-5021
The First Tee of Greater Austin
A mentoring golf program for at-risk youth.
(512) 732-0380
For the Love of Christi
Provides grief support for those who have lost a loved one.
(512) 467-2600
GENaustin
The Girls Empowerment Network helps girls build self-esteem.
(512) 841-4093
The Giocosa Foundation
A nonprofit foster care placement agency.
(512) 306-9241
Girlstart
Empowers girls to excel in math, science, and technology.
(512) 916-4775
(877) 768-4775
Greater San Marcos Youth Council
Needs adopters for children in a children’s shelter. Also need boy or girl gifts, as well as food and clothes.
(512) 754-0500
Hearts and Hooves
Miniature horses visit with the elderly, terminally ill, learning and physically disabled.
(512) 376-7667
Highland Lakes Family Crisis Center
Offers counseling and more to victims and families of domestic violence or sexual assault.
(830) 693-3656
Highland Lakes SPCA
An animal shelter that cares for homeless and abandoned dogs and cats.
(830) 596-2717
Hill Country Children’s Advocacy Center
Cares for physically and sexually abused children and family members in seven counties.
(512) 756-2607
Hill Country Conservancy
Land trust committed to preserving the natural beauty and open spaces of the Hill Country.
(512) 328-2481
House the Homeless
Provides education and advocacy surrounding the issues of homelessness.
(512) 796-4366
Interfaith Care Alliance
Provides compassionate, practical, and emotional support for people living with AIDS and other serious illnesses and their loved ones.
(512) 459-5883
Jewish Community Association of Austin
The JCAA enhances the quality of Jewish life in Austin and around the world, through charitable, educational, social service, cultural, religious and recreational endeavors.
(512) 735-8000
Jourdan-Bachman Pioneer Farms
An 1880s living history museum.
(512) 837-1215
Junior Achievement of Central Texas
Educates and inspires young people to value free enterprise, business, and economics to improve the quality of life.
(512) 499-8025
Keep Austin Beautiful
Dedicated to empowering the citizens of Greater Austin to take personal responsibility for enhancing their community's environment.
(512) 974-3577
Knowbility
Supports increasing independence of people with disabilities through access to technology.
(512) 305-0310
Ladybird Johnson Wildflower Center
Operates a botanical garden where people reconnect with the land and learn to appreciate the natural beauty, economic value and environmental necessity of native plants.
(512) 292-4100
Lifelong Friends Pet Adoptions
A no-kill animal shelter that rescues and finds homes for abandoned pets.
(512) 267-6876
Lance Armstrong Foundation
Enhances the quality of life of those living with, through, and beyond cancer.
(512) 236-8820
Latinitas
Informs, inspires and entertains Hispanic girls and teens.
(512) 302-0830
Lilith Fund
Assists women in exercising their fundamental right to abortion by removing barriers to access.
(877) 659-4304
Literacy Austin
Offers free literacy and English as a Second Language classes to adults.
(512) 478-READ (7323)
Make-A-Wish Foundation of Central & South Texas
Grants wishes to children with life-threatening medical conditions.
(512) 329-9474
Manos de Cristo
Ministries include a low-cost dental clinic, food pantry, clothes closet, ESL classes and other services.
(512) 477-7454
Marbridge Foundation
Offers individualized residential care in a ranch setting, education and training to adults with various cognitive challenges.
(512) 282-1144
Mexic-Arte Museum
Provides cultural enrichment and education through the presentation and promotion of Mexican, Latino, and Latin American art and culture.
(512) 480-9373
Minis and Friends
We are a group of caring people and horse lovers dedicated to sharing the love and spirit of miniature horses to those who need special, tender care. Need gift cards to help keep us working in the community -- gas, printing supplies, feed and hay; volunteers welcomed.
(512) 292-8746, mailbox 2
Mother's Milk Bank
Provides human milk for babies in neonatal intensive care units and in several special care nurseries in Austin.
(512) 494-0800
North Austin Lions Club
Raises money for a camp experience for disabled and diabetic children a to offer free eyeglasses to schoolchildren.
(512) 453-4795
Open Door Preschool
Provides inclusive preschool for children of diverse abilities.
(512) 762-9386
Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church Adult ESL Program
The program teaches family literacy in Burnet.
(512) 756-1182
Out Youth
Promotes the physical, mental, emotional and social well being of gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender youth.
(512) 633-7507
People Organized in Defense of Earth and her Resources (PODER)
Redefines environmental issues as social and economic justice issues to increase the participation of communities of color in corporate and government decision-making.
(512) 472-9921
Pillars Student Assistance Program
Councils, mentors and tutors at-risk youth in Austin-Travis County.
(512) 280-8606
Pip Start
Teaches life skills, character and academics, allowing youth to exchange destructive behavior for fruitfulness.
(512) 346-8641
Project Help
Assists homeless families with all academic needs.
(512) 414-0759
Project Transitions
Serves people with AIDS by providing hospice, housing, and support in a compassionate, caring environment.
(512) 454-8646
Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic (RFB&D)
Needs members, equipment for students with visual impairment or learning disability as well as volunteers.
(512) 323-9390
Ronald McDonald House Charities
Needs office supplies, household items, food, personal care items and more. See Web site for Wish List
(512) 472-9844
Round Rock Caregivers
Provides transportation to medical visits, grocery stores and other errands for seniors.
(512) 255-3328
SafePlace
See the Wish List for a list of ways to help.
(512) 267-SAFE
Saheli
Assists Asian families seeking help with domestic violence and abuse.
(512) 703-8745
Save Barton Creek Association
Protects and preserves flora, fauna, and water quality of Barton Creek, Barton Springs and the Edwards Aquifer.
(512) 480-0055
Save Our Springs Alliance
Protects the Edwards Aquifer, its streams and contributing springs, and the natural and cultural heritage of the Hill Country watersheds.
(512) 477-2320
Service Corps of Retired Executives Association (SCORE)
Provides guidance to start-up and existing businesses.
(512) 442-7235
Settlement Home
Serves abused and neglected children in residential treatment, group houses, and foster families. Wish list items are: sheets, pillows, towels, games, crayons and books.
(512) 836-2150
Sickle Cell Association of Austin
Improves the quality of life for families who have sickle cell anemia.
(512) 458-9767
Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo
The annual event raises money for scholarships.
(512) 919-3000
Texas Alliance Education and the Arts
Empowers communities and individuals to grow through the positive impact of arts and education.
(512) 327-5282
Texas Mental Health Consumers
Organizes, encouraged and educates mental health consumers in Texas.
(512) 451-3191
Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid
Provides legal services for indigent residents.
(512) 441-9487
Texas Runaway Hotline
Provides 24-hour crisis intervention, telephone counseling, information and referrals.
(512) 833-3477
Thundering Paws Animal Sanctuary
A no-kill animal shelter for abused, neglected or abandoned animals.
(512) 656-6299
Trans Texas Alliance
Strives to education Texans on transportation choices, needs, trends and impacts.
(512) 371-3737
Travis Audubon Society
Promotes the enjoyment, understanding, and preservation of wildlife and their habitats in Travis County.
(512) 347-0452
Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum
Provides arts experiences that encourage understanding and appreciation of sculpture.
(512) 445-5582
United Way Capital Area
United Way Capital Area addresses critical social issues by bringing people and resources together to create opportunities for individuals, families and neighborhoods to prosper.
(512) 472-6267
VinCare Servces/St. Louise House
Transitional living for homeless women and their children.
(512) 454-6445
Volunteer Services Council for the Austin State School
Volunteers assist those living at the school for people with mental retardation.
(512) 374-6048
VSA arts of Texas
Promotes creativity for people with disabilities through the cultural arts.
(512) 454-9912
West Austin Caregivers
Provides volunteer services for seniors allowing them to live independently in the community.
(512) 472-6339
Wildlife Rescue
An organization dedicated to the care of sick, injured and orphaned wildlife.
(512) 472-9453
Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center
Helps abused children during criminal and civil child abuse investigations.
(512) 930-1933
Women Supporting Women
Promotes and distributes information to local businesswomen.
(512) 419-1001
Women’s Advocacy Project
A legal organization that promotes access to justice for women and children who are victims of domestic violence.
(512) 476-5733
Writers' League of Texas
Provides a forum for information, support, and sharing among writers to help members improve and market their writing skills, and to promote the interests of writers and the writing community.
(512) 499-8914
Zilker Theatre Productions
Provides pay-what-you-can theatre entertainment including the Zilker Park Summer Musical.
(512) 479-9491
YWCA of Greater Austin
The organization seeks to empower women and girls while eliminating racism.
(512) 326-1222
