Jen Guadarrama|San Angelo
Looking for a place to volunteer your time?
Whether you want to help San Angelo animals, serve abused or neglected children, get more people reading or help feed the hungry, this list has dozens of opportunities, which serve every facet of the community.
ADULT LITERACY COUNCIL
Address: 59 E. 6th St.
Contact: Marilynn Golightly, director, 325-657- 0013, conchovalleylearns@gmail.com
Organization’s purpose: To provide adult literacy services to Concho Valley residents so that every adulthas access and can take advantage of them.
When needed: Tutoring sessions are arranged around the volunteers’ schedule.
Who is eligible: All are eligible. We have high school, college, and senior citizen volunteers.
Age requirements: None.
Special skills or training: None. We provide training when needed. No experience necessary. Requirements include a willingness to help others and usually a commitment of up to two hours a week.
ALCOHOL & DRUG ABUSE COUNCIL FOR THE CONCHO VALLEY (ADACCV)
Address: Cotton Lindsey Center, 3553 Houston Harte Expressway
Website: adaccv.org
Contact: Paulette Schell, program development director, 325-224- 3481, paulettes@adaccv.org
Organization’s purpose: To save lives and create healthier communities. ADACCV provides residential and outpatient treatment for adult men and women.
When needed: Volunteer opportunities vary and many can be tailored to the volunteer'sneeds. Volunteer opportunities range from assisting with fundraisers, painting or performing minor repairs on the treatment houses, to light office work and organization.
Who is eligible: All volunteers must complete a volunteer application and pass a background check. Must be trusted with confidential information.
Age requirements: 18 and older.
Special skills or training: Must be a licensed driver. CPR training may be required for some volunteer duties.
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA – TEXAS SOUTHWEST COUNCIL
Address: P.O. Box 1584, San Angelo, TX 76902
Website:tswcbsa.org
Contact: Devin Koehler, Scout executive, 325-655-7107, devin.koehler@scouting.org
Organization’s purpose:To provide a program for boys and young adults to build character, train in the responsibilities of participatory citizenshipand develop physical and mental fitness. Scouting is designed to make a difference in the lives of youths age7-20.
Who is eligible: Ages 7-20
Age requirements:Ages 7-20
Special skills or training: None
BUILDING BRIDGES
Address: 14 S. Jefferson St.
Website: hospiceofsanangelo.org
Contact: Melissa Vines, Building Bridges director, 325-658-6524, mvines@wtrc.com.
Organization’s purpose: Building Bridges is Hospice of San Angelo’s grief support program for children, grades K-12, who have experienced the death of someone significant in their lives. Volunteers do everything from baking cookies to facilitating groups. Our peer support groups, along with our established curriculum, are designed to help with the expression of grief feelings, provide support and encouragement, and allow for meaningful commemoration for children who have experienced loss.
When needed: 6-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays for six weeks in a row (two six-week sessions per year).
Who is eligible: All volunteers must complete a volunteer applicationand pass a background check.
Age requirements: 18 and older; must be out of high school.
Special skills or training: A heart for working with children and compassion for those grieving the loss of a loved one. Our two-day volunteer training must be completed before volunteers can work with the children in our program.
CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTER OF TOM GREEN COUNTY — CASA PROGRAM
Address: 317 Koberlin St.
Website: cactomgreen.org
Contact: Rebekah Beltran, volunteer coordinator, 325-653-4673 Ext. 213, rbeltran@cactomgreen.org
Organization’s purpose: To ensure every child in our community has a safe and nurturing home. The purpose of the CASA program is to speak for the best interest of abused or neglected children whose home will be determined by a court of law. CASA volunteers stand beside the child throughout their journey to provide hope and to help guide the child to a safe and permanent home.
Who is eligible: Volunteers must complete an application, pass a background check and complete 30 hours of training.
Age requirements: 21 or older.
CIVIL AIR PATROL - SAN ANGELO COMPOSITE SQUADRON
Address:Skyline Aviation, 8926 Hanger Road
Website: sanangelocap.org
Contact: Lt. Col. Gary Nussey, Commander, 325-650-2704, gnussey@suddenlink.net
Organization’s purpose: Our three main missions are Emergency Services, Cadet Programs and Aerospace Education
Volunteer positions available: Pilots, accountants, legal, communications, mission base staff, adults willing to working with young people, aerospace education for adults and children, ground team members both adults and youth and logistics vehicle and aircraft.
When needed: Thursday - weekly.Cadet meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. and senior meetings begin at 7p.m. Depending on the type of training pursued, volunteers could put in one weekend per month.
Who is eligible: Youths12-17 andadults 18 and older
Age requirements: Youths12-17 andadults 18 and older
Special skills or training:Training depends on volunteer's interest in the program. All volunteer jobs require training. Cost for travel and lodging to any activity are at the member's expense.
CIVIL AIR PATROL-THREE RIVERS COMPOSITE SQUADRON
Address: 7887 U.S.87 North, San Angelo (meeting location); P.O. Box 292, Carlsbad, TX 76934 (mailing address)
Website: 3riverscivilairpatrol.org, facebook.com/three.rivers.squadron
Contact: Lt. Col. Johanna Augustine, Public Affairs Officer, 325-245-8312, threeriverscap@gmail.com
Organization’s purpose: Civil Air Patrol, the longtime all-volunteer U.S. Air Force auxiliary, is the newest member of the Air Force’s Total Force, which consists of regular Air Force, Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve, along with Air Force retired military and civilian employees. CAP, in its Total Force role, operates a fleet of 550 aircraft and performs about 90 percent of continental U.S. inland search and rescue missions as tasked by the Air Force Rescue Coordination Center, and is credited by the AFRCC with saving an average of 78 lives annually. Civil Air Patrol’s 56,000 members nationwide also perform homeland security, disaster relief and drug-interdiction missions at the request of federal, state and local agencies. Its members additionally play a leading role in aerospace education, and serve as mentors to more than 24,000 young people currently participating in the CAP cadet program. Performing missions for America for the past 76 years, CAP received the Congressional Gold Medal in 2014 in honor of the heroic efforts of its World War II veterans. CAP also participates in Wreaths Across America, an initiative to remember, honor and teach about the sacrifices of U.S. military veterans. Visit www.capvolunteernow.com for more information.
Who is eligible: Members are provided extensive training and education in more than 20 fields. Whatever your skill or talent, there's a place for you in CAP. Senior membership is open to ages 18 andolder. Cadet membership is open to ages12-18. A cadet can remain in the program until age 21.
Age requirements: 12 andolder.
Special skills or training needed: Pilots need to have a pilot certificate and chaplains must have a theology degree. All other training is provided.
CIVIL AIR PATROL - TLCA CADET SQUADRON
Address: TLCA Junior High School, 126 S. Jackson St.
Contact: Maj.Becca Levesque, Commander, 325-656-9848, blevesque@tlca-sa.com
Organization’s purpose: Our three main missions are emergency services, cadet programs and aerospace education
Volunteer positions available: Pilots, accountants, legal, communications, mission base staff, adults willing to working with young people, aerospace education for adults and children, ground team members both adults and youth and logistics vehicle and aircraft.
When needed:Tuesdays;cadet meeting begins at 3:45 p.m. Depending on the type of training you’re interested in pursuing you could put in one weekend per month.
Who is eligible: Youth ages 12-17 and adults 18 and older
Age requirements: Youth ages 12-17 and adults 18 and older
Special skills or training: Training depends on volunteer's interest in the program.All volunteer jobs require training.Cost for travel and lodging to any activity are at the volunteer's expense.
CODE BLUE
Address: P.O. Box 1107, San Angelo, TX 76902
Contact: Max Feuge, president, 325- 939-4949, Thelma.feuge@yahoo.com
Organization’s purpose: To assist the San Angelo Police Department in reducing crime in neighborhoods.
When needed: For daytime or evening patrols.
Who is eligible: All volunteers must be 18 or older.
Age requirements: 18 and older.
Special skills or training: Volunteers must pass a background check and have a valid driver license.
CONCHO KENNEL CLUB
Address: 507 W. 47th St.
Website: conchokennelclub.org
Contact: Marilyn Sanders, mlmcsanders@gmail.com
Organization's purpose: Public education, basic obedience classes, dog handling skills class, host the annual AKC dog show, microchipping clinic, monthly meetings.
When needed: Evenings and weekends.
Who is eligible: Volunteer members must complete an application and be sponsored by a current member.
Age requirements: 9 and older for juniors and 18 and older.
Special skills or training: None.
CONCHO VALLEY HOME FOR GIRLS/CHILDREN’S EMERGENCY SHELTER
Address: 412 Preusser St.
Website:conchokids.org
Contact: Sammye Ruppeck, executive director, 325-655-3821, sammye@conchokids.org
Organization’s purpose: To provide a wholesome environment for youths who are abandoned or experiencingunlivable family situations, and to offer residents and other teenagers assistance in preparing for and accomplishing the difficult task of transitioning to independent living.
Age requirements: Must be 21 or older to volunteer, except for assisting with events
Special skills or training:Pass a criminal record check
CONCHO VALLEY LONG-TERM CARE OMBUDSMAN PROGRAM
Address: 2801 W. Loop 306, Suite A
Website: cvcog.org
Contact: Amanda Sedeño, MLO, 325-223-5704 ext. 238, Amanda.sedeno@cvcog.org
Organization’s purpose: To serve as advocates for residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Volunteers will visit with residents at their assigned facility, address concernsand protect residents’ health, safety, welfare and rights.
Who is eligible: Warm-hearted individuals, someone with no conflicts of interest that has reliable transportation.
Age requirements: 18 and older.
Special skills or training: No prior experience is required. A free 36-hour certification training is provided, as well as on-site training within a three-month internship. Volunteer hours are flexible with ongoing support and continuing education.
CONCHO VALLEY REGIONAL FOOD BANK
Address: 1313 S. Hill St.
Website:conchovalleyfoodbank.org
Contact: Gregory A. Duke, executive director, 325-655-3231, gad@conchovalleyfoodbank.org
Organization’s purpose:Provide salvaged grocery items to nonprofit organizations and churches for use in their feeding programs.
Who is eligible: Anyone capable of sorting and lifting heavy items.
Age requirements:Reviewed on an individual basis.
Special skills or training: None.
D.E.S.K. (DONATE EDUCATIONAL SUPPLIES FOR KIDS)
Address: 30 W. Beauregard Ave., Suite 100
Website: desksa.com
Contact: Vicki Loso, vice president, 325-224-3607, vloso@1cfcu.org
Organization’s purpose: D.E.S.K. provides school supplies for students in kindergarten through 12th grade in the San Angelo Independent School District who cannot purchase them with their own means. Our motto is “No Child Deserves an Empty Desk.”
When needed: Tax-free weekend in August to help with the school supplies drive at Walmart Southwest and Walmart North.
Who is eligible: All volunteers must be 18 or older, or be in an organized groupsuch as the Girl Scouts or a soccer team, with an adult sponsor on site at all times.
Age requirements: 18 and older.
Special skills or training: A bright smile and a friendly face.
DOWNTOWN SAN ANGELO, INC.
Address: 24 W. Concho Ave.
Website: downtownsanangelo.com
Contact: Del Velasquez, executive director, 325-655-2345, director@dtsa.org
Organization’s purpose: To enhance revitalization and preservation programs to safeguard downtown San Angelo’s rich history.
Volunteers needed include: Assisting with variety of special events, material distribution to downtown businesses, conducting downtown surveys, office and clerical assistance.
When needed: Most volunteer opportunities take place Monday through Friday. Some Saturday events or activities may be included.
Who is eligible: The volunteer must undergo the application process to make best skills match to positions available.
Age requirements: 18 and older.
Special skills or training needed: For office or clerical help, familiarity with office machines, i.e. computer, copier, scanner, etc.
THE FAMILY SHELTER
Address: 79 Gillis St.
Website: familysheltersa.org
Contact: Valerie Tillery, program director
Organization's purpose: An emergency shelter for family violence victims and their children.
When needed: 6:30-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday in the Child Activity Center or anytime between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Who is eligible: Volunteers must complete a volunteer application, pass a background check and receive basic training.
Age requirements: 18 and older.
Special skills or training: None.
FORT CONCHO NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK
Address: 630 S. Oakes St.
Website: fortconcho.com
Contact: Rocio Moncibais, volunteer and visitor services coordinator, 325-657-4444, sutler@fortconcho.com
Organization’s purpose: Take part in preserving our heritage by volunteering at one of the best-preserved frontier forts west of the Mississippi. Fort Concho National Historic Landmark serves over 60,000 guests each year with programs, activities, special events, toursand educational programs. We do this with the help of a loyal and talented volunteer corps that assists us throughout the year. Volunteers serve in various capacities, including living history, special events, docents, maintenance, archivesand collections. Training is provided by fort staff. The time commitment averages four to eight hours per month.
When needed: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays and some evenings; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays and1-5 p.m. Sundays.
Who is eligible: All volunteers must complete a volunteer application.
Age requirements: 18 and older. Underage volunteers must have parent’s permission.
Special skills or training: No special skills other than an interest in history and its preservation and interpretation.
FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM OF THE CONCHO VALLEY
Address: 2801 W. Loop 306, Suite A
Website: cvcog.org
Contact: Nolen Mears, director, 325-944-9666, Nolen.mears@cvcog.org
Organization’s purpose: The Foster Grandparent Program places people55 and olderin schools, Head Start, Early Head Start andafter-school programs to assist disadvantaged children and children with special needs develop physically, socially and academically. The service is provided at no cost to the school, but Foster Grandparents do receive a monetary stipend for each hour of service. This service also gives the Foster Grandparent the opportunity to be involved in meaningful service to others in the community.
When needed: 15-40 hours per week, Monday-Friday.
Who is eligible: Foster grandparents must pass a criminal background check and must have an annual income that does not exceed program requirements.
Age requirements: 55 and older.
Special skills or training: Foster grandparents receive 40 hours of training prior to placement at a site.
FRIENDS OF SAN ANGELO STATE PARK
Address: 1734 Calle Sendera
Website: friendsofsanangelosp.org; Facebook page has current news, photos and comments
Contact: Ruth Jordan, president, 325-456-8592, ruthjordan@suddenlink.net
Organization’s purpose: Friends of San Angelo State Park is a nonprofit membership volunteer organization supporting activities, programs and projects in the park.
When needed: Ongoing opportunities for volunteerism are trail work days and bird-feeding. Trail work days are usually the second Saturday of each month. Lunch is provided. Bird-feeding is done almost every morning at the Wildlife Viewing Blind. Volunteers are scheduled on a weekly or monthly basis. Events held throughout the year are planned and staffed by volunteers with coordination by the board of directors. Events include Silver Bluebonnet Picnic for senior citizens,Free Day in the park, summer outdoor activities for children, Monarch Trail Ride and Cowboy Weekend, fish fry for members and staff, Christmas in the Park. Friends of San Angelo State Park Facebook page usually has specific dates and volunteer activities. Also, see Facebook for San Angelo State Park.
Who is eligible: Anyone is eligible for membership. The fee is $25 with senior and military discounts. Members and non-members participate in volunteer tasks. Background checks for anyone associated with youth activities.
Age requirements: None.
Special skills or training needed: None.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF SAN ANGELO, INC.
Address: 401 N. Chadbourne St.
Website: habitatsanangelo.org
Contact: Judy Sikes, executive director, 325-655-7535, habitatsanangeloED@gmail.com
Organization’s purpose: To build houses in partnership with people in need of decent affordable housing. No matter who we are or where we come from, we all deserve to have a decent life. We deserve to feel strength and stability day after day. We deserve to know we have the power to take care of ourselves and build our own futures. Through shelter, we empower. Because we’re all human. And every one of us deserves a fair chance. Homeownership allows families to save more, invest in education, live in healthier environments and have more financial stability. It’s the foundation for success and a better future.
When needed: Contact our office.
Special skills or training needed: A desire to work together for the improvement of our community. Volunteers can help with house painting, landscaping, office support and event support.
HOSPICE OF SAN ANGELO
Address:36 E. Twohig Ave., Suite1100
Website:hospiceofsanangelo.org
Contact: Toni Goodwin, volunteer coordinator, 325-658-6524,tgoodwin@wtrc.com
Organization’s purpose: Hospice of San Angelo is a medical provider for those with a life expectancy of six months or less to live. We offer a multidisciplinary approach to care that includes medical, spiritualand emotional support. Our mission is to ensure peace, dignityand comfort to all those with a life-limiting illness.
When needed:8 a.m.-5 p.m.Monday-Fridays and some evenings and weekends.
Who is eligible: Responsible, open-minded and flexible people who can put others' needs above their own.
Age requirements: 18 and older
Special skills or training: Volunteers must complete all regulatory requirements for hospice volunteering (initially and annually). This includes, but is not limited to, hospice fundamentals, abuse and neglect, background and criminal history checks, personal references, patient rights, patient confidentiality, infection control, evaluations, supervisory visits, frequency of visits and documentation of visits.
HOUSE OF FAITH
Address: 321 Montecito Drive
Website: hofministries.org
Contact: Annie Zesch, volunteer coordinator, 325-486-8637, contact@hofministries.org
Organization’s purpose: House of Faith is a grass-roots, faith-based, community-supported organization that provides freeafter-school and summer programs for children and youth in Tom Green County, with transportation provided. More than 2,100 studentsages 4-18 are registered with House of Faith. House of Faith staff and volunteers share a message of hope, giving students an opportunity to grow in discipleship and leadership. House of Faith programs are designed to fulfill the mission of “Taking Jesus to neighborhood children, youth and families.” Volunteers are greatly appreciated and essential to House of Faith programs.
When needed: 2-5 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays for Backyard Bible Clubs for elementary-agestudents; 5:30-8 p.m. Mondays for House of Faith 321 for middle school and high school students; various other summer camps, special programs and event times will be announced.
Who is eligible: All volunteers must complete a volunteer application and pass a background check.
Age requirements: 16 and older.
Special skills or training: Volunteer training is done in-house.
INTERIM HEALTHCARE HOSPICE
Address: 3280 Sherwood Way
Website: interimhealthcare.com/sanangelotx
Contact: Stacy McGuire, volunteer coordinator, 325-944-9800, stacy.mcguire@interimhh.com
Organization's purpose: Interim's Hospice and Palliative Care Program is a compassionate, patient-centered approach to medical care and support for people at end-of-life and their families. It is based on a philosophy of improving the quality of life when quantity of time is limited. Interim's Hospice offices provide physical, emotional and spiritual support to patients and those who love and care for them.
Volunteer positions available: Office and administrative, patient care, community support and volunteer recruitment
When needed: Administrative volunteers – various hours between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday. Patient Direct Care Volunteers – varies with patient and volunteer schedules.
Who is eligible: Compassionate and responsible students, professionals, teens, veteransand anyone who is willing to share their talents with Hospice patients.
Age requirements: 15 and older
Special skills or training: Interim Healthcare Hospice provides all training required to prepare our volunteers.This includes but is not limited to background and criminal history checks, drug screenings, TB testing, personal references, education on infection control, patient rights, HIPAA, abuse and neglect and hospice fundamentals.
KAIROS PRISON MINISTRY
Address: 105 DeCoty St.
Websites: kairostexas.org, kairos-pricedaniel.org
Contact: Ferd Koehn, 325-651-4832, Ferd3@wcc.net
Organization’s purpose: Kairos Prison Ministry International, Inc. is a Christian faith-based ministry that addresses the spiritual needs of incarcerated men, women, youthand their families. By sharing the love and forgiveness of Jesus Christ, Kairos hopes to change hearts, transform lives and impact the world.
Requirements: 18 and older. Volunteer application must be submitted to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, must pass background check and attend TDCJ safety training.
KINDRED HOSPICE
Address: 112 W. Concho Ave.
Website:kindredhealthcare.com/locations/hospice/san-angelo-tx-6680
Contact:Alan Prest, manager volunteer services, 325-481-0123, alan.prest@gentiva.com
Organization’s purpose:Kindred Hospice provides care for patients with life-limiting illnesses, allowing them to live as fully and comfortably as possible. Volunteers are an integral part of the hospice team, which includes healthcare professionals and office support staff.Volunteers bless our patients and their families in a variety of ways.Kindred Hospice is a Level 3 partner with We Honor Veterans and strives to provide hospice care that supports veterans of the United States military. Patient care volunteers help the patient and their family like a supportive friend might, by visiting and listening. Volunteers can also deliver donated flowers to patients, read, play games, sit with a patient so family can run errands, assist with light household chores, and/or assist by sharing your unique interest or set of skills with patients. Veteran volunteers help our patients with military service in only the way a fellow veteran can.Vigil volunteers help patients and families as the time nears for God to call them home. Administrative volunteers help with filing, mailings and special projects in our office.
When needed:Kindred Hospice volunteers serve patients in a schedule that works for both parties, which could be normal work hours or afterwards.Administrative volunteers can help during our office business hours, 8a.m-5p.m. Monday-Friday.We strive to work with volunteers around your schedule and are grateful for whatever time you may have to serve.
Requirements:Complete a volunteer application and pass a background check, complete hospice volunteer orientation at no cost to the volunteer. Kindred Hospice recognizes training conducted by other hospice organization.
Age requirement: 16 or older to work in our office, 18 or older to visit patients.
Special skills: A compassionate heart.
MOSAIC SAN ANGELO
Address: 5191 S. Bryant Blvd.
Website: mosaicinsanangelo.org
Contact: Ami Mizell-Flint, community relations manager, 325-651-3333, ami.flint@mosaicinfo.org
Organization’s purpose: Mosaic is a faith-based organization serving people with intellectual disabilities. We believe every individual is a person of worth. Together, Mosaic staff members, volunteersand the people we supportwork as partners. Mosaic has eight group homes, a day habilitation centerand an administrative office in San Angelo, plus a childcare center for children with and without disabilities.
When needed: The office is open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday; the child care center is open 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday; group homes are open 24/7. Whenever you have time to volunteer, we can find a place for you.
Who is eligible: All volunteers must complete a volunteer applicationand pass a background check.
Age requirements: 18 and older; younger volunteers allowed with parent's permission.
Special skills or training needed: A big heart.
OPEN ARMS RAPE CRISIS CENTER & LGBT+ SERVICES
Address: 36 W. Beauregard Ave., Suite B-100
Website: openarmscv.org
Contact: Dawn Smith, director of volunteer services, 325-655-2000, dsmith@openarmscv.org
Organization’s purpose:Helping survivors of rape, sexual assault, childhood sexual abuse, stalking, sexual harassment and gender discrimination.
Who is eligible:Volunteer advocates must complete a 40-hour training certified by OAG and pass a background check
Age requirements: 18 andolder
Special skills or training: A desire to help others
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD (SAMARITAN’S PURSE)
Address: 105 DeCoty St., San Angelo, TX76905 (we do not have an office, this is the volunteer coordinator’s address)
Website: samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child
Contact:Ferd Koehn, Concho Valley area coordinator, 325-651-4832, ferd3@wcc.net.
When needed: Year-round volunteer opportunities available and short-term opportunities available during the National Collection week – Nov. 12-19, 2018
Requirements: Must be 18 or older for year-round volunteering; ages 10 and older preferred for short-term volunteering. Year-round volunteers must pass background check; reference and driver's license is recommended.
PROMISES FOR FAMILIES FOUNDATION
Address: P.O. Box 61578, San Angelo, TX 76906; Concho Suites, 133 W. Concho Ave, Suite211
Website: PromisesForFamilies.org
Contact: Katy Hoskins, executive director, 325-617-7888, katy@promisesforfamilies.org
Organization’s purpose: Promises for Families is dedicated to providing academic tutoring, mentoring and summer camp experiences to children who have a parent incarcerated.
When needed: 4-6 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays for academic tutoring. Other times for special events such as the Healthy Families Children’s Fair. There are also opportunities for volunteers at our summer camps. We need art instructors, musicians, yoga teachers, a nurseand instructors for fishing, hiking and outdoor games.
Who is eligible: All volunteers must complete a volunteer application and pass a background check. College students are welcome.
Age requirements: 17 and older.
Special skills or training: Math tutoring skills are a plus. All volunteers will complete a training called “Safeguarding God’s Children: Sexual Abuse Prevention and Awareness.”
RUST STREET MINISTRIES
Address: 803 Rust St.
Website: ruststreetministries.org
Contact: Bryan Jarvis, director, 325-486-1004, bryanjarvis@johnsonstreetchurch.org
Organization’s mission: Provide food, clothing, furniture, household items and spiritual counsel to all free of charge.
When needed: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 9 a.m.-noon Friday
SAN ANGELO COWBOY GATHERING
Address: P.O. Box 623, Christoval, TX 76935
Website: sanangelocowboygathering.com
Contact: Terri Holland, director, 325-763-9923, terri@sanangelocowboygathering.com
Organization’s purpose: We are a 501c3 nonprofit that holds a western swing and country music festival every September. We then donate a portion of our event proceeds to another local nonprofit each year.
When needed:Noon-9 p.m. Friday, Sept. 7; noon-9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 8
Requirements: Must be a licensed driver.
Age requirements: 21 and older.
SAN ANGELO REACT, INC.
Address: P.O. Box 2811, San Angelo, TX76902-2811
Website: facebook.com/SanAngeloREACT
Contact: David Behrend, president, 325-656-3884 or 325-656-7473, sanangeloreact@gmail.com
Organization’s purpose: Provide safety, traffic control and communications at events such as the July 3rd Pops Concert & Concho Christmas Celebration, as well as walks and fun runs.Also to assist the Police Department by blocking roadways at events such as utility lines/poles down and accident investigations, to free up officers to return to normal duties.Assist with the SKYWARN program, spotting storms and reporting to the National Weather Service.
When needed: Varies, depending on requests for service.Can be any day at any time.
Requirements: All prospective members must complete a volunteer application.All applicants subject to background check.Will review all cases.
Age requirements: 18 and older. Ages 13 and older can be Junior Division volunteers with parental permission.
SAN ANGELO VISITORCENTER
Address: 418 W. Ave. B
Website: DiscoverSanAngelo.com
Contact: Linda Burdell, visitor center coordinator, 325-655-4136, linda@sanangelo.org
Organization’s purpose: The San Angelo Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB), a division of the Chamber of Commerce, is a destination marketing organization. The CVB also manages the Visitor Center. The role of a volunteer is to greet and receive visitors when they come into the Visitor Center. They also must be able to direct the visitor to information available in the center, including maps and brochures about the city, the regionand the state.
When needed: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursdays; 11 a.m.-3 p.m. and 1-5 p.m. Fridays; and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Mondays starting in June. In addition, noon-4 p.m. Sunday, May 27, and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, May 28.
Requirements: Must complete a volunteer application. If selected, the individual will receive a handbook outlining their job responsibilities.
SENIOR COMPANION PROGRAM OF THE CONCHO VALLEY
Address: 2801 W. Loop 306, Suite A, San Angelo, TX 76904
Website: cvcog.org
Contact: Nolen Mears, director, 325- 944-9666, Nolen.mears@cvcog.org
Organization’s purpose: The Senior Companion Program places people age 55 and older in the homes of elderly homebound people to provide them with companionship and to assist with minor household tasks in order to allow the homebound people the opportunity to stay living independently in their homes for as long as possible. The service is provided at no cost to the client, but senior companions do receive a monetary stipend for each hour of service. This service also gives the senior companion the opportunity to be involved in meaningful service to others in the community.
When needed: Senior companions serve 15-40 hours a week, Monday-Friday.
Who is eligible: Senior companions must pass a criminal background check and must have an annual income that does not exceed program requirements.
Age requirements: 55 and older.
Special skills or training needed: None. Senior companions receive 40 hours of training prior to placement with a client.
SHANNON VOLUNTEERS
Address: 120 E. Harris Ave., San Angelo, TX 76903
Website: shannonhealth.com
Contact: Cheridan Lyons, director, 325-657-5004, cheridanlyons@shannonhealth.org
Organization’s purpose: Shannon Volunteers (formerly the Shannon Auxiliary) was founded in 1975 to benefit Shannon Medical Center and the community. Hundreds of men and women have given their time and talent to the hospital since then. Shannon volunteers provide service and comfort to patients and their families and work to make each patient's stay a little easier. Volunteer opportunities include: greeting and providing directions to visitors and patients, delivering flowers and mail to patient rooms, staffing the gift shops, comforting families in ICU and same-day surgery waiting areas, visiting patients, supporting various Shannon departments, and driving the new Shannon Shuttle.
Who is eligible: All volunteers must complete a volunteer application, pass a background check and not use tobacco or nicotine products.
Age requirements: 18 and older.
Special skills or training: Volunteers are required to work a minimum of two four-hour shifts per month.
TOM GREEN COUNTY FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
Address: P.O. Box 60421, San Angelo, TX 76906
Website: tgclibrary.com/friends.asp
Contact: Joe Lynch, president, 325-656-2630, tgcfolmembers@gmail.com
Organization’s purpose: Tom Green County Friends of the Library is a nonprofit organization comprised of volunteers who devote their time and efforts to raising funds for the Tom Green County Library System. Proceeds are used to strengthen the library collection and sponsor programs and activities that enhance use of the Library and encourage reading.
When needed: Mondays through Saturdays,9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. most days, excluding Sunday, at Stephens Central Library. Volunteers can choose from a variety of shifts when working in the Book Store; however, sorting and boxing books can be done anytime during library hours. All volunteers are trained in their areas of interest.
Requirements:Dependable, honest, basic computer skills are necessary for helping with online sales. Putting books on tables, assisting customers, checking out customers, and some heavy lifting of boxes for those who are able – all are involved in preparing for and working the annual spring sale. Operation Paperback involves sorting, boxing and shipping boxes of books to military personnel overseas.
Age requirements:18 and older
UNITED WAY OF THE CONCHO VALLEY
Address: 955 Turner St., San Angelo, TX 76903; P.O. Box 3710, San Angelo, TX 76902-3710
Website: uwconchovalley.org
Contact: Robyn Flores, 325-949-3716, info@uwconchovalley.org
Organization’s purpose: To improve lives in the Concho Valley by providing funding support to local nonprofit programs that adhere to high standards of excellence. Types of volunteers needed include Loaned Executives to conduct workplace campaigns and Community Investment Panel members to read funding applications and make onsite visits to local programs requesting funding support.
When needed: Loaned executives are needed August-December. The days and hours are flexible and determined individually between the volunteer and United Way staff. Community Investment Panel members are needed October-February. The days and hours are flexible and determined individually between the volunteer and their panel chair. The average number of hours committed is no more than 15 hours annually.
Who is eligible: Anyone with a desire to assist United Way of the Concho Valley.
Age requirements: 18 and older.
Special skills or training: Loaned executives require three days of training set for July 11, 18and 25. Community Investment Panelmembers will have up to two hours of training. No cost is involved with the loaned executive or the Community Investment Panel members.
VOLUNTEER SERVICE COUNCIL OF SAN ANGELO
Address: San Angelo State Supported Living Center, 11640 U.S. 87 North, P.O. Box 38, Carlsbad, TX 76934
Website: vscsanangelo.org
Contact: Andrea Souflée, community relations director, 325-465-2257; andrea.souflee@hhsc.state.tx.us
Organization’s purpose: To provide goods and services that enhance the quality of life for the residents of the San Angelo State Supported Living Center. The center provides residential services and support to people with intellectual and mental disabilities.
Who is eligible: All volunteers must complete a volunteer application and pass a background check.
Age requirements: 18 and older.
Special skills or training: None.
WESLEY TRINITY DAILY BREAD SOUP LUNCH PROGRAM
Address: 301 W. 18th. St.
Website: wesleysoup.com
Contact:Ola McCorkle, volunteer coordinator, 325-653-9028
Organization's purpose:To feed the body, souland spirit of all who havea need in the San Angelo community. The program is solely run by volunteers. A nutritious meal is prepared six days a week, 11 a.m.-12:50 p.m. Monday-Saturday. The meals consist of an entrée, vegetable, starch, soup, bread, dessert and beverages.Volunteers include local businesses, corporations, churches and military personnel.The various volunteer positions available are team leaders, kitchen support, cooks, dining room support, restroom monitors, and clothescloset support.Additional opportunities to serve might arise during the year when fundraising events are being planned.
When needed: About 9 a.m.-1 p.m.Monday-Saturday.
Who is eligible:Everyone
Age requirements:There are no age requirements, but minor children must be in the company of a supervising adult volunteer.
Special skills or training:There are no special skills required; however, if you are planning to help out in the kitchen the ability to stand for long periods of time is necessary.For thoseneeding to sit, the job of rolling plastic ware in napkins is always available.
WEST TEXAS BOYS RANCH
Address: 10223 Boys Ranch Road,San Angelo, TX 76904
Website:wtbr.org
Contact: Jill Mitchell, Donor Relations Coordinator, 325-949-1936, jmitchell@wtbr.org
Organization’s purpose:West Texas Boys Ranch is a Christian-based home community that welcomes boys 11-17 who are in need of a safe environment in which to grow and learn.
Who is eligible:Anyone is eligible and welcome to volunteer at any of our events. Due to state regulations, we cannot allow volunteers on our West Texas Boys Ranch property.
Age requirements: Anyone willing to make a difference
Special skills or training: A giving heart
WEST TEXAS RSVP
Address: 618 S. Chadbourne St.
Website:westtexasrsvp.org
Contact: Dolores Schwertner, RSVP director, 325-223-6388, dschwertner@wtrc.com
Organization’s purpose:West Texas RSVP has the dual purpose of engaging people 55 and older in volunteer service to meet critical community needs and providing a high-quality experience that will enrich the lives of the volunteers and those they serve.
Volunteer positions available:RSVP offers maximum flexibility and choice to prospective volunteers.Personal interests and skills of older Concho Valley residents are matched withmyriad community opportunities.Assisting over 60 nonprofits and public agencies in meeting their volunteer needs, RSVP volunteers can serve in areas supporting healthy futures, economic opportunity, veterans and military families, disaster services, education and many other community priorities.There are also special volunteer assignments varying in nature, which can range from preparing a large mailing to assisting an agency with an event.
When needed: Because RSVP works with many agencies, the window of service is designed to meet the volunteer’s schedule.Most volunteers are needed 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday, but there are some volunteer opportunities for service after 5 p.m. and on weekends.
Requirements:Anyone 55 and older is eligible to volunteer and receive benefits through RSVP.Benefits include a supplemental accident and liability insurance at no cost when volunteering service is occurring, a bi-monthly newsletter, annual recognition and information on senior travel.
Special skills or training:The type and length of training is dependent on the agency where a volunteer chooses to serve.
