Hurricane Harvey caused millions and millions of dollars of damage throughout Texas. Despite the incredible amount of cleanup that is needed – by working together – we will recover and be stronger than ever! Do You Need Help With Your Home? If you need help to remove carpet, drywall/sheetrock, flooring or debris – volunteers are […]
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Keep Mercer Beautiful and Be a Garden Volunteer
Did you know that keeping Houston beautiful and thriving is as simple as getting in touch with nature? It’s true! Whether you’re an avid gardener, a nature enthusiast or you just want to get outdoors for a few hours, consider volunteering at Mercer Botanic Gardens. This 325-acre garden is open year-round so that visitors can […]
Why Gallery Furniture Gives Back
Even the best of the best need a hand now and again. That’s because everything comes with a price tag, no matter how sincere your intentions are and how righteous the cause. And if you want to help others live their dreams, accomplish their goals or simply give them an opportunity they wouldn’t normally have, […]
Digital Fundraising is on the rise
Sometimes when you want to do good in the world, the opportunities just aren’t there like they used to be. While there are still ways to get involved with non-profit organizations through street fairs, art and craft sales, neighborhood canvassing or donating time or money at galas, times have changed. Digital fundraising is increasingly popular […]
Houston Public Library Volunteers Needed
Help the Library Help Houston Searching for a non-profit organization where you can volunteer your time? Look no further than the Houston Public Library! There are plenty of ways to put your talents to good use and help others within the metro area. You can donate your time as long as you are 14 years […]
How to volunteer at the Houston 2017 NFL Big Game
Every year, you and the rest of the country tune in to view the most exciting sporting event of the year: the Super Bowl. The Super Bowl attracts a wide range of personalities; some people enjoy the parties for the food, while others like to watch the commercials. Most, of course, watch for the love […]
Houston flood victims still need help
On April 20, 2016, thousands of people evacuated their homes and many major highways closed due to overwhelming rain in the Houston area. Some parts of northwest Harris County and Houston saw up to 15 inches of rain in a 24-hour period, with most of the rainfall occurring within 10 hours. In the aftermath of […]
Be more involved in Houston
Volunteering is a great way to donate your time, help your community and create relationships, yet volunteer rates in the United States are declining, according to The Bureau of Labor Statistics. Some say this is because people are focusing on getting and maintaining their paid work, but community involvement isn’t something you should put off […]