The ARC of the Capital Area is seeking volunteers to serve on their Special Events Committee and Arts Studio Committee. The Arts Studio taps local artists and community volunteers to teach all aspects of the arts to Arc’s clients. The Special Events Committee assists staff in organizing and executing highly visible fundraising events like the Golf Tournament in the spring and the Building Bridges gala in the autumn. Committees meet once per month in Central Austin. Learn more by contacting RSVP, or visit the organization’s website at arcofthecapitalarea.org.

 

 

Catholic Charities of Central Texas needs more mentors. As a volunteer with the Young Parents Succeed program, you’ll mentor single mothers or fathers age 16 to 25 and provide emotional support and guidance for their futures.  It is ideal for the mentor to attend 6 classes with the young parents held each Saturday. Volunteers are asked to give a three-month commitment and to communicate with the young parents weekly.

The program’s office is located in downtown Austin but meetings with the parents can take place at any site mutually agreed upon. Learn more by contacting RSVP, or visit the organization’s website at www.ccctx.org.

 

The Center for Child Protection is looking for Event Volunteers to participate in all aspects of the Center’s fundraising efforts.  Your skills are in demand in many areas,  from sponsorship solicitations to graphic design to creating decorations, event set up and much more! Nine hours of training will be provided, but then volunteer schedules are very flexible. Their office is located in central Austin, but volunteers may travel to other locations based on event needs. Learn more by contacting RSVP, or visit the organization’s website at centerforchildprotection.org.

 

Easter Seals Central Texas needs Annual Gala Volunteers. Help make the Easter Seals annual fundraising gala, held on March 15th at the TDS Exotic Game Ranch in Creedmoor, TX (southeast of Austin), their most successful fundraiser ever. Your help is needed in several areas prior to the event and on the day of the event. Volunteer needs include solicitation of auction items, set up, registration, data entry, coordination of the silent auction and more. Learn more by contacting RSVP, or visit the organization’s website at centraltx.easterseals.com.

 

Family Eldercare is now looking for Fan Drive Volunteers to collect donations of money and/or fans, pick up and/or deliver fans, and lend administrative support in the office. This program provides fans to low-income older adults, people with disabilities and families with children who suffer from the summer heat. In 2007, over 7,100 fans and 74 window air conditioners were provided to Central Texans in need. Volunteers are needed for one-day and longer assignments during the duration of the Fan Drive starting in June and continuing through August 2008. Learn more about the Fan Drive by contacting RSVP, or visit the organization’s website at www.familyeldercare.org.

 

Events Volunteers are needed to help Hospice Austin plan and implement one or more of five fundraising events annually. This is a hands-on opportunity to learn about fundraising, event planning and the nonprofit world.  Responsibilities include serving on the event planning committee, making follow-up calls to potential auction donors, picking up auction items and running errands, helping with event mailings, data entry work, proofreading invitations and programs, and offering event sponsorship opportunities to personal/professional contacts. Learn more by contacting RSVP, or visit the organization’s website at www.hospiceaustin.org.

 

Lifeworks is seeking a Development Associate to work with staff on projects supporting programs throughout the agency. Activities may include writing, updating contacts database, filing and other office administrative tasks. Computer competency and a concern for the welfare of children and families in crisis are appreciated. Learn more by contacting RSVP or visiting the organization’s website at www.lifeworksweb.org.

 

The YMCA needs your help soliciting funds in the YMCA’s Partner of Youth Campaign.  Ask individuals, companies, colleagues, friends, family and anyone you think would be able to assist with a financial contribution to assist the 10-week long campaign.  Last year the YMCA awarded $1,330,909 in financial assistance for programs and memberships with the YMCA of Austin. Help make that number even higher for 2008! The campaign runs February through March 2008.  You may work from home, in your neighborhood, or throughout Austin and the surrounding areas. Learn more by contacting RSVP or visiting the YMCA website at www.austinymca.org



Call the RSVP Office at (512) 854-7787