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Arlington is a generous community, and that kindness is especially on display during the holiday season. From serving Thanksgiving meals at Mission Arlington to ringing bells for The Salvation Army, volunteer work changes lives.
If you're looking for volunteer opportunities this season, here are a few places to start.
Mission Arlington
Every year, Mission Arlington serves Thanksgiving meals to thousands of families. But the workers can't do it alone. They need your help on the days leading up to Thanksgiving, to help pack and prepare Turkey Baskets. They also need help on Thanksgiving morning to deliver food. If you're interested in volunteering, visit their website to learn more, or you can call 817-704-6143.
You can also donate food items at 210 W. South Street. View a list of items still needed for Thanksgiving.
Meals on Wheels
Help serve one of our homebound, elderly and disabled residents by volunteering with Meals on Wheels of Tarrant County. The organization delivers 1 million meals each year including on Thanksgiving. Click the link above for more information or call 817-336-0912.
Meals on Wheels also sponsors the Silver Santa Giving Tree. Clients wish for health and safety products or personal items. If you're interested in sponsoring a Silver Santa recipient, click here.
The Salvation Army
Through its partnership with the Cowboys, the Salvation Army of North Texas has become part of Arlington's Thanksgiving Day traditions. You'll see a giant red kettle on the sidelines at AT&T Stadium on Thanksgiving. But a big part of the kickoff happens outside the Stadium. The Salvation Army needs volunteers to ring bells and man kettles.
You can register online to become party of “the army behind The Army.” Or contact the Tarrant County volunteer specialist at [email protected].
Tarrant Area Food Bank
The Tarrant Area Food Bank believes that access to healthy food is a basic human right and not a privilege. They provide a nutritious mix of fresh, frozen and shelf-stable products to a network of hunger-relief charities and social services organizations in North Texas.
The Tarrant Area Food Bank’s volunteer opportunities range from quality control, community kitchen, community market, community gardens, mobile distributions and with our network of partner agencies. Whether you’re an individual, group, or company there are many opportunities to volunteer. Learn more and find a full calendar of volunteer opportunities.
United Way of Tarrant County
United Way of Tarrant County serves all 64 ZIP codes in Tarrant County, and they depend on the giving nature of volunteers like you– whether you want to help from home, learn new skills or volunteer with coworkers. If you'd like to connect with a nonprofit more closely related to your interests or skill set, United Way of Tarrant County has various opportunities to choose from. View the available volunteer opportunities.
Catholic Charities
Catholic Charities specializes in a variety of services, all aimed at ending poverty. From long-term to short-term opportunities, Catholic Charities has the perfect project for any individual or group looking to give back. You'll need to go through an approval process before you can serve. Click here to apply and learn more.
ShareFest – Texas
ShareFest Texas in Arlington provides hope to the under-served through collaborative partnerships and community service. They provide relocation and safe-housing for the victims and families of domestic violence and abuse, they provide necessities and opportunities for the homeless, and much more.
ShareFest needs volunteers to help with their community services projects. You can fill out an application online.
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