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Volunteers contribute thousands of hours each year to benefit kids, families, older Texans, and those with disabilities. It only takes a small amount of time to do a lot of good. Everyone can do something to help. We need you!
Watch a video about the difference one of our hospital sitters made in a young man's life.
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Direct-Service
Help with companionship, hospital sitting, transportation, or delivering medication.
Mentoring
Connect with an organization in your area to mentor foster youth, or youth who have transitioned out of care.
Internships
Meaningful internships are available to help students gain experience in their field of study.
Other Opportunities
Lead successful community awareness events and present to groups about DFPS goals and needs.
Organize, stock, and shop for items for children and families. Organize holiday wish lists, and wrap Christmas presents for children in our care.
Help a foster child get adopted by designing and assembling a Life Book, or sewing quilts and blankets for children in foster care.
Welcome visitors, organize meetings, and help locate services for families in need.
Volunteer to take calls for the hotline, or help with community outreach.
How We Support Our Volunteers
Training
Top-notch training means our volunteers are ready to help Texans in need.
Volunteer Impact
See the difference our volunteers make in the lives of others every day.
Success Stories
Meet some of our volunteers and hear their amazing stories.