Community Service
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Chapter Focus
Little Free Library Installation & Ribbon Cutting
Date: June 27, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM
Location: Garland location, Hope’s Door partnership
Support the Little Free Library installation and ribbon cutting as the chapter strengthens this community partnership.
Sign UpBook Drive
Book Sorting & Scanning Session
Date: July 17, 2026
Purpose: NAACP Back to School Fair preparation
Volunteers will help sort books and scan each book into the NAACP database for approval before distribution.
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Greater Than Expectations College Move-In
Date: August 3, 2026
Location: UNT Denton
Support college-bound students from foster care with move-in assistance. Sorting and packing may also be available for those with scheduling conflicts.
Back to School
Dallas Mayor’s Back to School Drive
Date: August 6–7, 2026
Partner Note: Jack and Jill is listed as a sponsoring organization.
Support students and families preparing for the school year through this organized citywide service opportunity.
Sign UpChapter Focus
NAACP Back to School Fair
Date: August 8, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM
Chapter Role: Literary thrust and book donations
Support book distribution and literary outreach. Additional sign-ups may be created for two-hour shifts and point-person coverage.
Sign UpHealth & Wellness
Red Cross Blood Drive with Mount Hebron
Date: September 12, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Mount Hebron
Support donor registration, hospitality, volunteer coordination, and chapter participation for the blood drive.
Sign UpHoliday Service
Turkey Toss
Date: November 2026, TBD
Location: Life Message, Rowlett
Goal: Approximately 80 turkeys or equivalent donations
Support families during the Thanksgiving season. The committee will confirm donation logistics and final distribution details.
Sign UpDay of Service
MLK Day of Service
Date: January 2027, TBD
Focus: COE-facilitated service effort
Honor Dr. King’s legacy through meaningful service. Additional details are pending from the committee and COE.
Sign UpCommunity Giving
Souper Bowl of Caring
Date: January/February 2027, TBD
Benefactor: TBD
Amazing Grace Pantry was used last year. The committee will decide whether to continue with that benefactor or select a new one.
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Grade Group Volunteer Opportunity Matrix
Jersey and JadePre-Kinder | best for age 5 with parent/guardianView Options
Best: food packingFamily projectsAdult required
For Pre-K, focus on short, structured, family-friendly projects where children can pack, sort, decorate, collect, or assist alongside a parent.
| Opportunity | Area | Service Type | Fit for This Grade Group | Point of Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feed My Starving Children | Richardson | Hunger relief / meal packing | Strong fit: age 5+ with required adult ratio. | Richardsoninfo@fmsc.org 214-453-5480 |
| Children’s Hunger Fund | Frisco / North Dallas area | Food Pak packing and donation sorting | Strong fit: all ages with parent/guardian or approved supervisor. | VolunteerDallas@ChildrensHungerFund.org 972-850-5607 |
| Minnie’s Food Pantry Legacy Day | Plano | Food pantry / family service day | Strong fit: Legacy Day is for ages 5–15 with adult. | Volunteer@MinniesFoodPantry.org 972-528-7168 |
| Feed The City / Tango Charities | Dallas, Plano, Lakewood | Meal packing for people in need | Strong fit: all ages welcome with parent/guardian. | nmarino@tangocharities.org |
| The Samaritan Inn Family Serve Day | McKinney / Collin County | Family shelter support | Strong fit: age 5+ with parent. | volunteer@saminn.org 972-542-5302 ext. 806 |
| Community Partners of Dallas | Dallas | Child welfare donation projects | Strong fit: family opportunities for all ages; no direct work with children. | 214-624-7557 Adrienne O’Connor: 214-624-7585 |
| Family Gateway | Dallas / Collin County | Homelessness / family support | Strong fit: all ages; under 14 must be supervised by adult. | Kathy Kidwell: kkidwell@familygateway.org Maggie Rios: mrios@familygateway.org |
| Dallas Animal Services / Be Dallas 90 | Dallas | Animal welfare / non-animal-handling support | Good with rules: ages 5–12 with parent/legal guardian for non-animal-handling roles. | DASVolunteer@dallas.gov |
| Project Finding Calcutta | Dallas / Plano area | Community outreach / poverty relief | Confirm shift: children of all ages welcome with waiver and chaperone. | development@projectfindingcalcutta.com |
| The Legacy Senior Communities | Plano / North Dallas | Senior companionship, crafts, cards, music | Confirm activity: all ages welcome with adult supervision as needed. | Volunteer Line: 972-468-6210 |
| Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas | North Dallas / Addison | Family service days, snack bags, hygiene kits | Good for family projects: pantry shifts begin older. | volunteers@jfsdallas.org |
| The Birthday Party Project | Dallas | Birthday cards, favor bags, supply drives | Good for off-site/family projects: confirm in-person party rules. | hello@thebirthdaypartyproject.org 972-290-0908 |
| Hope’s Door New Beginning Center | Plano / Garland | Off-site kits, meal support, donation drives | Off-site fit: on-site volunteering starts older. | volunteer@hdnbc.org Candice Lott: clott@hdnbc.org 972-422-2911 |
| Lovepacs | Plano / Frisco / DFW chapters | Food drives and food packing for students | Possible family project: confirm local chapter rules. | Contact local Lovepacs chapter |
| Sharing Life Community Outreach | Mesquite | Food pantry, clothing, essentials | Possible: age varies by shift; young children need parent. | Volunteer@Sharing.Life Info@Sharing.Life 972-285-5819 |
| Feed Lake Highlands | North Dallas / Lake Highlands | Food distribution / family support | Possible family opportunity: confirm age rules. | 469-215-1755 Use website contact form |
| Trusted World | Garland | Sorting donations and packing essentials | Possible family/group project: confirm age rules. | info@trustedworld.org 877-729-0806 |
| Vogel Alcove | Dallas | Off-site projects and donation drives | Possible with parent: confirm youth project rules first. | czeno@vogelalcove.org 214-368-8686 |
Oxford and OnyxKinder – 1st Grade | family-friendly and beginner serviceView Options
Ages 5–7Parent requiredK–12 options begin
This group can use most Pre-K options, plus select K–12 projects and age 6–7 opportunities.
| Opportunity | Area | Service Type | Fit for This Grade Group | Point of Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feed My Starving Children | Richardson | Hunger relief / meal packing | Strong fit: K–2 requires 1 adult per child. | Richardsoninfo@fmsc.org 214-453-5480 |
| Children’s Hunger Fund | Frisco / North Dallas area | Food Pak packing and donation sorting | Strong fit: all ages with parent/guardian or approved supervisor. | VolunteerDallas@ChildrensHungerFund.org 972-850-5607 |
| Minnie’s Food Pantry Legacy Day | Plano | Food pantry / family service day | Strong fit: ages 5–15 with adult. | Volunteer@MinniesFoodPantry.org 972-528-7168 |
| Feed The City / Tango Charities | Dallas, Plano, Lakewood | Meal packing | Strong fit: all ages with parent/guardian. | nmarino@tangocharities.org |
| The Samaritan Inn Family Serve Day | McKinney / Collin County | Family shelter support | Strong fit: age 5+ with parent. | volunteer@saminn.org 972-542-5302 ext. 806 |
| Community Partners of Dallas | Dallas | Child welfare donation projects | Strong fit: all ages family opportunities. | 214-624-7557 |
| Family Gateway | Dallas / Collin County | Snack kits, hygiene kits, donation closet | Strong fit: all ages; under 14 supervised by adult. | Kathy Kidwell: kkidwell@familygateway.org Maggie Rios: mrios@familygateway.org |
| Make-A-Wish North Texas Kids For Wish Kids | North Texas | K–12 service/fundraising projects | Strong fit for Kinder+: best through school, troop, club, or youth group. | 214-496-9474 |
| Dallas Animal Services / Be Dallas 90 | Dallas | Non-animal-handling shelter support | Good with rules: ages 5–12 with parent/legal guardian. | DASVolunteer@dallas.gov |
| Austin Street Center | Dallas | Emergency shelter support | Select roles: some opportunities start at age 6+ with adult. | asc.volunteer@austinstreet.org 214-428-4242 |
| Operation Kindness Family Day | Carrollton / North Dallas | Animal welfare / shelter support | Age 7+ only: best for 1st grade if child meets age requirement. | volunteers@operationkindness.org |
| Project Finding Calcutta | Dallas / Plano area | Food pantry, nursing home visits, outreach | Confirm shift: all ages with waiver and chaperone. | development@projectfindingcalcutta.com |
| The Legacy Senior Communities | Plano / North Dallas | Senior visits, crafts, cards, music | Confirm activity: all ages welcome. | Volunteer Line: 972-468-6210 |
| Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas | North Dallas / Addison | Family days, snack bags, hygiene kits | Family project fit: pantry shifts begin older. | volunteers@jfsdallas.org |
| The Birthday Party Project | Dallas | Birthday cards, favor bags, supply drives | Good for family/off-site projects: confirm in-person rules. | hello@thebirthdaypartyproject.org 972-290-0908 |
| Hope’s Door New Beginning Center | Plano / Garland | Off-site kits, meal support, donation drives | Off-site fit: on-site starts older. | volunteer@hdnbc.org 972-422-2911 |
| Lovepacs | Plano / Frisco / DFW chapters | Student food drives and packing | Possible: confirm local chapter rules. | Contact local Lovepacs chapter |
| Sharing Life Community Outreach | Mesquite | Food pantry and essentials | Possible: age varies by shift; young children need parent. | Volunteer@Sharing.Life Info@Sharing.Life 972-285-5819 |
| Feed Lake Highlands | North Dallas / Lake Highlands | Food distribution / family support | Possible: confirm age rules. | 469-215-1755 |
| Trusted World | Garland | Donation sorting and essential resources | Possible: confirm age rules. | info@trustedworld.org 877-729-0806 |
| Vogel Alcove | Dallas | Off-site projects and donation drives | Possible with parent: confirm youth rules. | czeno@vogelalcove.org 214-368-8686 |
Tweed and Topaz2nd – 3rd Grade | hands-on family serviceView Options
Ages 7–9Great for sorting/packingSome animal-welfare options
This group can handle slightly longer shifts, especially packing, sorting, cards, kits, senior engagement, and supervised shelter support.
| Opportunity | Area | Service Type | Fit for This Grade Group | Point of Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feed My Starving Children | Richardson | Meal packing | Strong fit: grades 3–6 may use 1 adult per 3 kids; younger children need higher ratio. | Richardsoninfo@fmsc.org 214-453-5480 |
| Children’s Hunger Fund | Frisco / North Dallas area | Food Pak packing and donation sorting | Strong fit: all ages with supervision. | VolunteerDallas@ChildrensHungerFund.org 972-850-5607 |
| Minnie’s Food Pantry Legacy Day | Plano | Food pantry / family service day | Strong fit: ages 5–15 with adult. | Volunteer@MinniesFoodPantry.org 972-528-7168 |
| Feed The City / Tango Charities | Dallas, Plano, Lakewood | Meal packing | Strong fit: all ages with parent/guardian. | nmarino@tangocharities.org |
| The Samaritan Inn Family Serve Day | McKinney / Collin County | Family shelter support | Strong fit: age 5+ with parent. | volunteer@saminn.org 972-542-5302 ext. 806 |
| Community Partners of Dallas | Dallas | Donation sorting and drives | Strong fit: all ages family opportunities. | 214-624-7557 |
| Family Gateway | Dallas / Collin County | Kits, donation closet, party support | Strong fit: all ages; under 14 supervised by adult. | Kathy Kidwell: kkidwell@familygateway.org Maggie Rios: mrios@familygateway.org |
| Dallas Animal Services / Be Dallas 90 | Dallas | Non-animal-handling shelter support | Good fit: ages 5–12 with parent/legal guardian. | DASVolunteer@dallas.gov |
| Operation Kindness Family Day | Carrollton / North Dallas | Animal welfare / shelter support | Good fit: recommended for ages 7+. | volunteers@operationkindness.org |
| Austin Street Center | Dallas | Emergency shelter support | Role-dependent: opportunities may start at 6+, 10+, 12+, 13+, 16+, or 18+ depending on task. | asc.volunteer@austinstreet.org 214-428-4242 |
| Make-A-Wish North Texas Kids For Wish Kids | North Texas | K–12 service/fundraising projects | Strong fit: best through group, school, troop, or club. | 214-496-9474 |
| Project Finding Calcutta | Dallas / Plano area | Outreach, food pantry, nursing home visits | Confirm shift: all ages with waiver and chaperone. | development@projectfindingcalcutta.com |
| The Legacy Senior Communities | Plano / North Dallas | Senior companionship, cards, music, crafts | Confirm activity: all ages welcome. | Volunteer Line: 972-468-6210 |
| Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas | North Dallas / Addison | Family days, snack bags, hygiene kits | Family project fit: pantry starts older. | volunteers@jfsdallas.org |
| The Birthday Party Project | Dallas | Birthday cards, favor bags, supply drives | Good for off-site/family projects: confirm in-person rules. | hello@thebirthdaypartyproject.org 972-290-0908 |
| Hope’s Door New Beginning Center | Plano / Garland | Off-site kits, meals, donation drives | Off-site fit: on-site starts older. | volunteer@hdnbc.org 972-422-2911 |
| Lovepacs | Plano / Frisco / DFW chapters | Student food support | Possible: confirm chapter rules. | Contact local Lovepacs chapter |
| Sharing Life Community Outreach | Mesquite | Food pantry and essentials | Possible: age varies by shift. | Volunteer@Sharing.Life 972-285-5819 |
| Feed Lake Highlands | North Dallas / Lake Highlands | Food distribution and family support | Possible: confirm age rules. | 469-215-1755 |
| Trusted World | Garland | Donation sorting and essentials packing | Possible: confirm age rules. | info@trustedworld.org 877-729-0806 |
| Vogel Alcove | Dallas | Off-site projects and donation drives | Possible: confirm shift rules. | czeno@vogelalcove.org 214-368-8686 |
Suede and Sapphire4th – 5th Grade | more hands-on roles begin around age 10View Options
Ages 9–11Age 10+ optionsGreat for group shifts
This group can use the younger-grade options and, when children are 10+, add several stronger shelter, supply, and animal-welfare opportunities.
| Opportunity | Area | Service Type | Fit for This Grade Group | Point of Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feed My Starving Children | Richardson | Meal packing | Strong fit: grades 3–6 may use 1 adult per 3 kids. | Richardsoninfo@fmsc.org 214-453-5480 |
| Children’s Hunger Fund | Frisco / North Dallas area | Food Pak packing and donation sorting | Strong fit: all ages with supervision. | VolunteerDallas@ChildrensHungerFund.org 972-850-5607 |
| Minnie’s Food Pantry Legacy Day | Plano | Food pantry / family service day | Strong fit: ages 5–15 with adult. | Volunteer@MinniesFoodPantry.org 972-528-7168 |
| Feed The City / Tango Charities | Dallas, Plano, Lakewood | Meal packing | Strong fit: all ages with parent/guardian. | nmarino@tangocharities.org |
| Community Partners of Dallas | Dallas | Donation sorting and drives | Strong fit: all ages family opportunities. | 214-624-7557 |
| Family Gateway | Dallas / Collin County | Kits, donation closet, party support | Strong fit: all ages; under 14 supervised by adult. | Kathy Kidwell: kkidwell@familygateway.org Maggie Rios: mrios@familygateway.org |
| Dallas Animal Services / Be Dallas 90 | Dallas | Non-animal-handling shelter support | Good fit: ages 5–12 with parent/legal guardian. | DASVolunteer@dallas.gov |
| Operation Kindness Family Day | Carrollton / North Dallas | Animal welfare / shelter support | Good fit: recommended for ages 7+. | volunteers@operationkindness.org |
| Hope Supply Co. | Dallas / North Dallas | Sort diapers, clothing, hygiene, school supplies | Great at age 10+: best for older 4th/5th graders. | 214-630-5765 Ask for volunteer coordination |
| SPCA of Texas | Dallas | Animal welfare and youth/family volunteering | Great at age 10+: youth/family volunteering begins at 10 with parent rules. | newvolunteer@spca.org 214-490-6360 |
| Dallas LIFE | Dallas | Homeless recovery shelter | Age 10+ for some roles: kitchen and children’s roles start older. | Pamela Culbertson: pculbertson@dallaslife.org 214-421-1380 |
| Austin Street Center | Dallas | Emergency shelter support | Role-dependent: several age bands; confirm specific shift. | asc.volunteer@austinstreet.org 214-428-4242 |
| Make-A-Wish North Texas Kids For Wish Kids | North Texas | K–12 service/fundraising projects | Strong fit: best through group, school, troop, or club. | 214-496-9474 |
| Project Finding Calcutta | Dallas / Plano area | Outreach, food pantry, nursing home visits | Confirm shift: all ages with waiver and chaperone. | development@projectfindingcalcutta.com |
| The Legacy Senior Communities | Plano / North Dallas | Senior companionship, cards, music, crafts | Confirm activity: all ages welcome. | Volunteer Line: 972-468-6210 |
| Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas | North Dallas / Addison | Family projects and kits | Family project fit: pantry starts older. | volunteers@jfsdallas.org |
| The Birthday Party Project | Dallas | Birthday cards, favor bags, supply drives | Good for family/off-site projects: confirm in-person rules. | hello@thebirthdaypartyproject.org 972-290-0908 |
| Hope’s Door New Beginning Center | Plano / Garland | Off-site kits, meals, donation drives | Off-site fit: on-site starts older. | volunteer@hdnbc.org 972-422-2911 |
| Lovepacs | Plano / Frisco / DFW chapters | Student food support | Possible: confirm chapter rules. | Contact local Lovepacs chapter |
| Sharing Life Community Outreach | Mesquite | Food pantry and essentials | Possible: age varies by shift. | Volunteer@Sharing.Life 972-285-5819 |
| Feed Lake Highlands | North Dallas / Lake Highlands | Food distribution and family support | Possible: confirm age rules. | 469-215-1755 |
| Trusted World | Garland | Donation sorting and essentials packing | Possible: confirm age rules. | info@trustedworld.org 877-729-0806 |
| Vogel Alcove | Dallas | Off-site projects and donation drives | Possible: confirm youth project rules. | czeno@vogelalcove.org 214-368-8686 |
Rayon and Ruby6th Grade | transition to middle-school serviceView Options
Age 11–1212+ opportunities beginChaperones often required
Sixth grade is a bridge group. Keep using family-friendly service and begin adding age 12+ opportunities as children qualify.
| Opportunity | Area | Service Type | Fit for This Grade Group | Point of Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feed My Starving Children | Richardson | Meal packing | Strong fit: grades 3–6 eligible with adult ratio. | Richardsoninfo@fmsc.org 214-453-5480 |
| Children’s Hunger Fund | Frisco / North Dallas area | Food Pak packing and donation sorting | Strong fit: all ages with supervision. | VolunteerDallas@ChildrensHungerFund.org 972-850-5607 |
| North Texas Food Bank | Plano | Food bank packing and distribution | Age 12+: strong fit once child is 12; ages 12–15 need chaperone. | volunteer@ntfb.org 214-330-1396 |
| The Stewpot | Dallas | Food pantry, greeting, bagging, warehouse help | Age 12+ for select roles: chaperone required; some roles older. | Adrienne Nicholson: adriennen@thestewpot.org 214-382-5925 |
| Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas | North Dallas / Addison | Family projects, pantry support, kits | Pantry may begin around age 12 with parent: confirm shift rules. | volunteers@jfsdallas.org |
| Minnie’s Food Pantry Legacy Day | Plano | Food pantry / family service day | Strong fit: ages 5–15 with adult. | Volunteer@MinniesFoodPantry.org 972-528-7168 |
| Feed The City / Tango Charities | Dallas, Plano, Lakewood | Meal packing | Strong fit: all ages with parent/guardian. | nmarino@tangocharities.org |
| Community Partners of Dallas | Dallas | Donation sorting and drives | Strong fit: all ages family opportunities. | 214-624-7557 |
| Family Gateway | Dallas / Collin County | Kits, donation closet, party support | Strong fit: under 14 supervised by adult. | Kathy Kidwell: kkidwell@familygateway.org Maggie Rios: mrios@familygateway.org |
| Dallas Animal Services / Be Dallas 90 | Dallas | Non-animal-handling shelter support | Good if age 12 or under: ages 5–12 with parent/legal guardian. | DASVolunteer@dallas.gov |
| Operation Kindness Family Day | Carrollton / North Dallas | Animal welfare / shelter support | Good fit: recommended for ages 7+. | volunteers@operationkindness.org |
| Hope Supply Co. | Dallas / North Dallas | Sort and package essential items | Good fit: age 10+. | 214-630-5765 |
| SPCA of Texas | Dallas | Animal welfare and youth/family volunteering | Good fit: age 10+ with parent rules. | newvolunteer@spca.org 214-490-6360 |
| Dallas LIFE | Dallas | Homeless recovery shelter | Good fit with role limits: age 10+ for some roles; kitchen begins around 13. | Pamela Culbertson: pculbertson@dallaslife.org 214-421-1380 |
| Austin Street Center | Dallas | Emergency shelter support | Role-dependent: opportunities vary by age band. | asc.volunteer@austinstreet.org 214-428-4242 |
| Make-A-Wish North Texas Kids For Wish Kids | North Texas | K–12 service/fundraising projects | Strong fit: youth-led group service. | 214-496-9474 |
| Project Finding Calcutta | Dallas / Plano area | Outreach, pantry, nursing home visits | Confirm shift: all ages with waiver and chaperone. | development@projectfindingcalcutta.com |
| The Legacy Senior Communities | Plano / North Dallas | Senior companionship and activities | Confirm activity: all ages welcome. | Volunteer Line: 972-468-6210 |
| The Birthday Party Project | Dallas | Birthday cards, favor bags, supply drives | Good for family/off-site projects: confirm in-person rules. | hello@thebirthdaypartyproject.org 972-290-0908 |
| Hope’s Door New Beginning Center | Plano / Garland | Off-site kits, meals, donation drives | Off-site fit: on-site generally starts at 13+ with parent. | volunteer@hdnbc.org 972-422-2911 |
| Lovepacs | Plano / Frisco / DFW chapters | Student food support | Possible: confirm chapter rules. | Contact local Lovepacs chapter |
| Sharing Life Community Outreach | Mesquite | Food pantry and essentials | Possible: 15 and younger must be accompanied; confirm shift. | Volunteer@Sharing.Life 972-285-5819 |
| Feed Lake Highlands | North Dallas / Lake Highlands | Food distribution and family support | Possible: confirm age rules. | 469-215-1755 |
| Trusted World | Garland | Donation sorting and essentials packing | Possible: confirm age rules. | info@trustedworld.org 877-729-0806 |
| Vogel Alcove | Dallas | Off-site projects and donation drives | Possible: confirm youth project rules. | czeno@vogelalcove.org 214-368-8686 |
Cashmere and Crystal7th – 8th Grade | middle-school service and supervised teen rolesView Options
Ages 12–1413+ roles begin14+ roles begin
This group can access most youth opportunities, but many still require a parent/chaperone or a specific adult-to-youth ratio.
| Opportunity | Area | Service Type | Fit for This Grade Group | Point of Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Texas Food Bank | Plano | Food bank packing and distribution | Strong fit: ages 12–15 need chaperone. | volunteer@ntfb.org 214-330-1396 |
| The Stewpot | Dallas | Food pantry, snack bags, hygiene kits | Strong fit for select roles: age 12+ with chaperone; some roles 16+. | Adrienne Nicholson: adriennen@thestewpot.org 214-382-5925 |
| Metrocrest Services | Carrollton / North Dallas area | Food pantry, resale, donation processing | Age 13+: ages 13–15 must be with parent/guardian. | info@metrocrestservices.org 972-446-2100 |
| OurCalling | Dallas | Meal service, guest services, outreach support | Age 13+: confirm orientation and role rules. | volunteer@ourcalling.org 214-444-8796 |
| Bonton Farms | Dallas | Urban farming and community health | Age 13+: ages 16 and under need parent/chaperone. | volunteers@bontonfarms.org |
| Hope’s Door New Beginning Center | Plano / Garland | Off-site and some on-site support | Age 13+ on-site with parent: off-site projects may work for all ages. | volunteer@hdnbc.org Candice Lott: clott@hdnbc.org 972-422-2911 |
| Dallas LIFE | Dallas | Homeless recovery shelter | Good fit: age 13+ kitchen roles; age 14+ children’s roles. | Pamela Culbertson: pculbertson@dallaslife.org 214-421-1380 |
| The Storehouse Community Center | Plano / North Dallas | Food pantry, clothing closet, education support | Age 14+: best for older 8th graders who meet age requirement. | Alicia Skinner: askinner@thestorehousecc.org 469-385-1813 |
| Network of Community Ministries | Richardson | Food, clothing, senior support | Age 14+: group ratio of 1 adult per 5 minors ages 14–17. | volunteer@thenetwork.org 972-234-8880 |
| Ronald McDonald House of Dallas | Dallas | Family support for hospitalized children | Usually later: group members generally start at 15+; individual volunteers 18+. | Front Desk: 214-631-7354 |
| Feed My Starving Children | Richardson | Meal packing | Strong fit: middle-schoolers eligible with adult ratio. | Richardsoninfo@fmsc.org 214-453-5480 |
| Children’s Hunger Fund | Frisco / North Dallas area | Food Pak packing and donation sorting | Strong fit: all ages with supervision. | VolunteerDallas@ChildrensHungerFund.org 972-850-5607 |
| Minnie’s Food Pantry Legacy Day | Plano | Food pantry / family service day | Strong fit: ages 5–15 with adult. | Volunteer@MinniesFoodPantry.org 972-528-7168 |
| Feed The City / Tango Charities | Dallas, Plano, Lakewood | Meal packing | Strong fit: all ages with parent/guardian. | nmarino@tangocharities.org |
| Community Partners of Dallas | Dallas | Donation sorting and drives | Strong fit: all ages family opportunities. | 214-624-7557 |
| Family Gateway | Dallas / Collin County | Kits, donation closet, party support | Strong fit: under 14 supervised by adult; older teens confirm role rules. | Kathy Kidwell: kkidwell@familygateway.org Maggie Rios: mrios@familygateway.org |
| Hope Supply Co. | Dallas / North Dallas | Sort and package essentials | Good fit: age 10+. | 214-630-5765 |
| SPCA of Texas | Dallas | Animal welfare and youth/family volunteering | Good fit: under 15 with parent/guardian. | newvolunteer@spca.org 214-490-6360 |
| Operation Kindness Family Day | Carrollton / North Dallas | Animal welfare / shelter support | Good fit: recommended for ages 7+. | volunteers@operationkindness.org |
| Austin Street Center | Dallas | Emergency shelter support | Role-dependent: many role-specific age levels. | asc.volunteer@austinstreet.org 214-428-4242 |
| Make-A-Wish North Texas Kids For Wish Kids | North Texas | K–12 service/fundraising projects | Strong fit: youth-led group service. | 214-496-9474 |
| Project Finding Calcutta | Dallas / Plano area | Outreach and pantry support | Confirm shift: all ages with waiver and chaperone. | development@projectfindingcalcutta.com |
| The Legacy Senior Communities | Plano / North Dallas | Senior companionship and activities | Confirm activity: all ages welcome. | Volunteer Line: 972-468-6210 |
| Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas | North Dallas / Addison | Family projects, pantry support, kits | Good fit: family/remote projects plus older youth pantry options. | volunteers@jfsdallas.org |
| The Birthday Party Project | Dallas | Birthday cards, favor bags, supply drives | Good fit: confirm in-person party rules. | hello@thebirthdaypartyproject.org 972-290-0908 |
| Lovepacs | Plano / Frisco / DFW chapters | Student food support | Possible: confirm chapter rules. | Contact local Lovepacs chapter |
| Sharing Life Community Outreach | Mesquite | Food pantry and essentials | Good fit: 15 and younger must be accompanied. | Volunteer@Sharing.Life 972-285-5819 |
| Feed Lake Highlands | North Dallas / Lake Highlands | Food distribution and family support | Possible: confirm age rules. | 469-215-1755 |
| Trusted World | Garland | Donation sorting and essentials packing | Possible: confirm age rules. | info@trustedworld.org 877-729-0806 |
| Vogel Alcove | Dallas | Off-site projects and donation drives | Possible: confirm shift rules. | czeno@vogelalcove.org 214-368-8686 |
Denim and Diamonds9th – 12th Grade | teen leadership and higher-responsibility serviceView Options
Teen serviceSome 15+/16+ rolesGreat for leadership hours
High school teens have the broadest menu of options. Confirm whether the teen can serve independently or needs parent consent, chaperone support, orientation, or background-related paperwork.
| Opportunity | Area | Service Type | Fit for This Grade Group | Point of Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Texas Food Bank | Plano | Food bank packing and distribution | Strong fit: 12–15 need chaperone; 16+ may volunteer without chaperone. | volunteer@ntfb.org 214-330-1396 |
| The Storehouse Community Center | Plano / North Dallas | Food pantry, clothing closet, ESL support | Strong fit: age 14+. | Alicia Skinner: askinner@thestorehousecc.org 469-385-1813 |
| Network of Community Ministries | Richardson | Food, clothing, senior support | Strong fit: age 14+; 1 adult per 5 minors ages 14–17. | volunteer@thenetwork.org 972-234-8880 |
| Sharing Life Community Outreach | Mesquite | Food pantry, clothing, essentials | Strong fit: under 18 needs parent/guardian signature; 15 and younger accompanied. | Volunteer@Sharing.Life Info@Sharing.Life 972-285-5819 |
| Trusted World | Garland | Donation sorting and essentials packing | Possible: confirm teen group rules. | info@trustedworld.org 877-729-0806 |
| The Stewpot | Dallas | Food pantry, snack bags, hygiene kits, warehouse | Strong fit: age 12+ with chaperone; some roles 16+ or 18+. | Adrienne Nicholson: adriennen@thestewpot.org 214-382-5925 |
| OurCalling | Dallas | Meal service, guest services, outreach support | Strong fit: age 13+. | volunteer@ourcalling.org 214-444-8796 |
| Dallas LIFE | Dallas | Kitchen, serving, children/family support | Strong fit: age 13+ kitchen, 14+ children’s roles, 10+ general roles. | Pamela Culbertson: pculbertson@dallaslife.org 214-421-1380 |
| Austin Street Center | Dallas | Meals, donation sorting, clothing room, laundry | Strong fit: role-dependent; some roles 16+ or 18+. | asc.volunteer@austinstreet.org 214-428-4242 |
| Bonton Farms | Dallas | Urban farm service | Strong fit: age 13+; 16 and under need parent/chaperone. | volunteers@bontonfarms.org |
| SPCA of Texas | Dallas | Animal welfare and youth volunteering | Strong fit: 15–17 may volunteer independently with parent consent; younger teens need parent rules. | newvolunteer@spca.org 214-490-6360 |
| Operation Kindness Family Day | Carrollton / North Dallas | Animal welfare / shelter support | Strong fit: youth-friendly; role-dependent. | volunteers@operationkindness.org |
| Metrocrest Services | Carrollton / North Dallas area | Food pantry, resale, client greeting | Strong fit: age 13+; ages 13–15 with parent/guardian. | info@metrocrestservices.org 972-446-2100 |
| Ronald McDonald House of Dallas | Dallas | Family support for hospitalized children | Good for older teens: group members 15+; individual volunteers 18+. | Front Desk: 214-631-7354 |
| Vogel Alcove | Dallas | Children and families experiencing homelessness | Good for older teens: youth 16+; younger teens should confirm parent/guardian rules. | czeno@vogelalcove.org 214-368-8686 |
| Hope’s Door New Beginning Center | Plano / Garland | Domestic violence survivor support | Good fit: on-site 13+ with parent; some roles may be 18+. | volunteer@hdnbc.org Candice Lott: clott@hdnbc.org 972-422-2911 |
| My Possibilities | Plano | Adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities | Age 16+: best for older high-school teens. | frontdesk@mptx.org 469-241-9100 |
| Dallas CASA | Dallas | Foster care / child advocacy | Adult-only: not a youth role; parent/member opportunity only, age 21+. | 469-547-9467 214-827-8961 |
| Feed My Starving Children | Richardson | Meal packing | Strong fit: excellent teen group opportunity. | Richardsoninfo@fmsc.org 214-453-5480 |
| Children’s Hunger Fund | Frisco / North Dallas area | Food Pak packing and donation sorting | Strong fit: all ages with supervision. | VolunteerDallas@ChildrensHungerFund.org 972-850-5607 |
| Minnie’s Food Pantry | Plano | Food pantry support | Strong fit: Legacy Day through age 15; regular shifts may be available for older teens. | Volunteer@MinniesFoodPantry.org 972-528-7168 |
| Feed The City / Tango Charities | Dallas, Plano, Lakewood | Meal packing | Strong fit: all ages with parent/guardian. | nmarino@tangocharities.org |
| Community Partners of Dallas | Dallas | Donation sorting and drives | Strong fit: youth and family service projects. | 214-624-7557 |
| Family Gateway | Dallas / Collin County | Kits, donation closet, party support | Strong fit: teen-friendly; confirm group rules. | Kathy Kidwell: kkidwell@familygateway.org Maggie Rios: mrios@familygateway.org |
| Hope Supply Co. | Dallas / North Dallas | Sort and package essential items | Strong fit: age 10+. | 214-630-5765 |
| Make-A-Wish North Texas Kids For Wish Kids | North Texas | K–12 service/fundraising projects | Strong fit: youth-led group service. | 214-496-9474 |
| Project Finding Calcutta | Dallas / Plano area | Outreach, pantry, nursing home visits | Confirm shift: youth-friendly with waiver and chaperone. | development@projectfindingcalcutta.com |
| The Legacy Senior Communities | Plano / North Dallas | Senior companionship and activities | Good fit: confirm activity. | Volunteer Line: 972-468-6210 |
| Jewish Family Service of Greater Dallas | North Dallas / Addison | Family projects, pantry support, kits | Good fit: teen/family opportunities. | volunteers@jfsdallas.org |
| The Birthday Party Project | Dallas | Birthday cards, favor bags, supply drives | Good fit: confirm in-person party rules. |
