Whether you’re an animal lover, an outdoorsy type, a natural mentor or a healthcare enthusiast, there’s a nearby volunteer opportunity for you. Here are 45 Fort Worth organizations to show a little love to.
Natural-born teachers + mentors
Ladder Alliance | Share your tech skills by teaching basic computer skills to women struggling with domestic violence, unemployment, homelessness, or poverty.
Junior Achievement of the Chisholm Trail | Empower the next generation with lessons in financial literacy, career readiness + business ownership.
PeopleFund | Lead workshops, mentor local small business owners, and host events throughout the year focusing on local outreach and economic development.
Academy 4 | Mentor fourth graders at 40 disadvantaged schools across the county and state.
Fortress | Volunteer in the organization’s preschool, after school, summer camps, and adult classes in the Historic Southside.
If you want to be there for abuse victims
CASA of Tarrant County | Speak up for children in foster care and help guide them toward safe homes as a Court Appointed Special Advocate.
Alliance for Children | Help victims of child abuse heal with a coordinated team of healthcare providers, social services + law enforcement agencies.
The Women’s Center | Volunteer at events throughout the year and help support women in crisis situations.
Camp Hope Texas | Donate to the week-long camp run by One Safe Place that offers a sanctuary for children who have been exposed to domestic violence.
If you have a passion for community members in need
Lighthouse for the Blind | Assist clients with everyday tasks like grocery shopping, translating communication materials, and getting around to appointments.
True Worth Place | Serve meals to 200-300 people per day, teach classes, and help guests apply for jobs online in order for them to get back on their feet.
Children’s Charities of Fort Worth | Provide necessities and holiday gifts to disadvantaged and at-risk kids in Tarrant County.
The Birthday Party Project | Help through celebrations for children suffering from homelessness and housing insecurity.
Fort Worth Community Collaborative | Give time, products, or clothing to the organization that distributes necessities to community members in need.
Center for Transforming Lives | Donate to the nonprofit that helps community members to get from poverty to prosperity with support in housing, early childhood education, counseling, and financial assistance.
Gladney Center for Adoption | Support little ones looking for forever families.
If you’re on a tight schedule
Laundry Love | Every third Saturday of the month, join volunteers from St. Christopher Episcopal Church and provide laundry assistance to those in need.
Carter BloodCare | Donate blood at any day and time that works for you.
YMCA | Find a volunteer opportunity that fits into your schedule and provides mentoring for local children in athletics.
Cook Children’s Peaks the Dragon brings medical care and health education across the metroplex.
Photo courtesy of Cook Children’s
If you’re interested in healthcare
A Wish With Wings | Help make a wish come true for children fighting life-threatening medical conditions.
Gill Children’s Services | Help fulfill the wish lists for Tarrant County children whose medical, dental, physical, social, psychological, or educational needs have not been met by other community resources.
Cook Children’s Health Foundation | Serve in one of the many volunteer opportunities available including the pet therapy program, planning a fundraiser, or school programs.
Valor Hospice | Volunteer your company — sit and visit with a patient or use your artistic or musical talents to brighten someone’s day.
Cancer Support Community of North Texas | Provide support, foster compassionate communities, and break down barriers to care to uplift and strengthen people impacted by cancer.
If you’re an animal lover
Fort Worth Animal Care and Control | Help families meet adoptable cats and dogs and assist with everyday work at the shelter, like cleaning crates, walking dogs, and having playtime with cats.
Paw-Parazzi Photo Volunteer | Take pictures and create profiles of adoptable pets at Fort Worth Animal and Control waiting for their forever homes.
Almost Home Animal Rescue | Animal foster parents can help pets that are too young for adoption, who are recovering from an illness or injury, or who are in need of other care inside a private home while they wait to be adopted.
Pet and Play Rescue | The nonprofit launched in August 2023 and is dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of farm animals. Donate to help the organization purchase a new property to build a future animal sanctuary.
DYK: The FWBG is the oldest botanic garden in Texas.
Photo by @FTWtoday
For the outdoorsy types
Fairmount Community Garden | Support local agriculture by working in the garden on the second Saturday of every month.
Fort Worth Botanic Garden | Students between 14-17 years old can give back and get outside while learning about all things botanical.
Keep Fort Worth Beautiful | Contribute to the city’s beautification project and help clear litter from roadways, parks, and public spaces.
If you’re passionate about supporting local community groups
LQBTQ Saves | Assist with public events, participate in Lifeline Chat, co-host meetings, perform administrative duties, and help promote the organization.
FWPD Cold Case Support Group | Support the police department’s criminal investigative efforts, help resolve old cases, and provide answers to family and friends.
Sixty & Better | Volunteers assist in agency mission to empower older adults to remain healthy, active, and engaged through Health & Wellness and Creative Arts classes.
If you live + breathe FTW
Fort Worth ISD | Set up local food drive events, pack supplies into backpacks, become a crossing guard, or help with after-school car loading.
Cowtown Marathon Inc. | Register the community for the race, unbox t-shirts, organize snacks and beverages, and help tear down tents following the race.
Special Olympics | Volunteers can coach, train, and officiate athletes, or even play alongside those with intellectual disabilities.
Self-proclaimed bibliophiles
Fort Worth Public Library Foundation | Provide office assistance, help with fundraiser events, and be a mentor to local children in the reading program.
Tarrant Literacy Coalition | Become a literary teacher and help adults learn how to read.
Read2Win | Help first and second graders reach their reading goals by providing extra support and resources.
For the social butterflies
The Taste Project | Become a Taste Bud by preparing and serving food at this pay-what-you-can nonprofit fighting food insecurity.
Tarrant Area Food Bank | Pick up a themed shift or get out in the community with mobile distribution events.
United Way of Tarrant County | Send a card to someone in long-term care, teachers, and veterans, or make a t-shirt tote for food distribution.
Presbyterian Night Shelter | Help serve meals at five different shelter locations across the city.
For the handy individuals
Trinity Habitat for Humanity | No construction experience is needed to help build and repair homes or paint during the semi-annual Cowtown Brush Up.
This list isn’t even close to complete. Search for an opportunity that fits your skills on VolunteerMatch or the city’s website.
