Volunteer Opportunities for Families

Teen Court

March 14, 2012 By Valerie Leave a Comment

Lewisville/Flower Mound Teen Court What is Teen Court? Teen Court is a voluntary, alternate judicial process for juveniles who have received Class C misdemeanor citations. Juvenile defendants who are referred to Teen Court are sentenced to community service hours, jury duty, and any other constructive sentence by a jury of their peers. Teen Court is usually held every other Tuesday evening at the Lewisville Municipal Annex or Flower Mound Municipal Court starting at 6:00 p.m. The courtroom is a formal and serious place and respect … [Read more...]

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Greater Lewisville Cares: Volunteer Opportunities for Families

February 10, 2012 By Valerie Leave a Comment

GLC is proud to announce changes to both its services and its web site. Going forward, volunteers will no longer have to wait for their monthly calendar or call a project leader for volunteer assignments. Volunteers will be able to access the most current activity, needs and agencies for the Greater Lewisville area on one site at anytime. GLC’s new site is designed to support our agency partners and serve as a self-service link for our volunteers to access opportunities in the Greater Lewisville Area. No longer will GLC directly … [Read more...]

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Valentines for Veterans 2012

January 13, 2012 By Valerie 1 Comment

Valentines for Veterans (and other military personnel) As we approach Valentine’s Day, let’s not forget the men and women who serve our country. Valentines can be as simple or elaborate as you’d like. If you’d like to participate, you can make as many or as few as you choose. Helpful Tips: Do not attach any candy or treats. Try not to use craft materials that can break away from your valentine. They may be shipped anywhere in the world, and you want your cards to be as beautiful when they’re read as when they were … [Read more...]

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Volunteer Opportunities for Families and Kids

December 26, 2011 By Valerie Leave a Comment

Volunteering and its Surprising Benefits Helping Yourself While Helping Others In today’s busy society, it can be hard to think about finding time to volunteer. However, the benefits of volunteering are enormous, both to you, your family and the community. The right match can help you find friends, reach out to the community, learn new skills and even advance your career. Volunteering can even help protect your mental and physical health. Learn more about the many benefits of volunteering and tips on finding the right place for … [Read more...]

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Meet and Greet US Troops at DFW Airport

December 15, 2011 By Valerie Leave a Comment

DFW Airport, Terminal D, Gate 22 Daily - Usually between 7:00 - 9:00am (Call to Confirm) (972) 574-0392 or www.ntc-dfw.org Anywhere from 150 to 250 troops come through DFW airport each day on their way home for a two-week R&R (Rest and Recuperation). One flight arrives daily at DFW and one departs each day. A small portion meets their families here but the majority will catch connecting flights home. Volunteers gather each day to welcome these troops off their flight, thanking and encouraging them for their service to our great … [Read more...]

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Holiday Mail for Heroes

November 15, 2011 By Valerie Leave a Comment

The American Red Cross and Pitney Bowes are teaming up to send holiday cards to service men and women in the United States and around the world. The public is asked to send holiday cards with their messages of thanks and cheer through December 10th. The Red Cross and Pitney Bowes will then screen cards for hazardous materials, sort and package the cards, and deliver them to military bases and hospitals, veterans hospitals, and other locations through the holidays. Mail Cards to: Holiday Mail for Heroes P.O. Box 5456 Capitol Heights, MD … [Read more...]

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Greater Lewisville Cares New Volunteer Orientation

November 15, 2011 By Valerie Leave a Comment

Texas New Mexico Power Company 577 Garden Ridge Blvd., Lewisville Cost: Free Greater Lewisville Cares is a local organization that offers a number of volunteer opportunities for families in our area. GLC works with a variety of community service agencies to find out their volunteer needs and wants. They then publish volunteer opportunities in their monthly calendar that is sent to all GLC members. Members can pick and choose what projects fit their schedule and areas of interest. These projects do not involve long time … [Read more...]

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Volunteer at Ranch Hand Rescue in Argyle

September 22, 2011 By Valerie 1 Comment

8827 Highway 377 South Argyle, Texas 76226 http://ranchhandrescue.org (940) 464-0985 or Email: info@ranchhandrescue.org Volunteering From physical labor on the ranch, to administrative tasks like fundraising, you can help! Guidelines Volunteers should first submit an application. Once approved, volunteers are asked to attend an orientation session lasting around 1 hour to familiarize themselves with the Ranch and to ask any questions as well as schedule their first volunteer session/training. All volunteers must be at least … [Read more...]

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Teen Volunteer Opportunities at Lewisville Library

September 22, 2011 By Valerie 2 Comments

Teen Volunteer Opportunities at Lewisville Library Looking for a place to volunteer? Consider the Lewisville Public Library! The Youth Services area has opportunities for teens ages 14-18 to give back to the community as a volunteer! Whether for National Honor Society or just to help out, the Library is a great environment for volunteering. Each teen must attend an orientation session which is offered every other Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. at the library; preregistration is required. For more information or to reserve a spot at the next … [Read more...]

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Texas Rustlers Guinea Pig Rescue

September 22, 2011 By Valerie Leave a Comment

Volunteer Days at the Rescue: Cage Cleaning Rain or Shine - Every Saturday - 9 - 5 160 Cedarcrest Lane, Double Oak, TX 75077 Guinea Pig Rescue depends on Saturday volunteers to help keep guinea pig cages clean and healthy. Volunteer work includes empty/wash/dry pigloos and cage liners; refill cage box liners with newspaper lining and fresh Aspen bedding; empty, wash and refill water bottles; empty, wash and refill food dishes; and more. Wear work clothes, closed-toe shoes, and come prepared to make new friends! Community … [Read more...]

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