Opportunities From: Volunteer McKinney

You will be providing haircuts to the homeless individuals who come to Streetside Showers stops. You will be working with both men and women of all ages. We do request that anyone who signs up in this role is a licensed barber/hairstylist. Each volunteer barber/hairstylist will need to supply their own equipment and tools for providing haircuts. Thank you! 

Minimum age to volunteer on-site is 14 years old. For volunteers under 14, off-site projects are a great option! Visit the bottom of our volunteer page to see what off-site opportunities we offer. 

Please be sure to bring water for yourself as your volunteer experience will be outside and we want to make sure all of our volunteers, guests and staff members stay healthy and hydrated. 

Streetside Showers is a nonprofit organization that provides free mobile showers, hygiene kits, and clean undergarments to people experiencing homelessness in North Texas. 

Streetside Showers' mission is to help restore human dignity to the homeless community. The organization's founder, Lance Olinski, was inspired to start Streetside Showers after seeing a homeless man washing out of a public restroom in McKinney, TX.  

Streetside Showers parks temporary showers in strategic locations, including McKinney, Irving, and Plano. The organization also makes free showers available three to four times per week in the Dallas Metroplex. 

In Mckinney an estimated 250-500 persons are experiencing homelessness.

In Collin County:

19% are under 18 yrs old

14% are over 55 yrs old

Youth Homelessness increased 18%

Family Homelessness increased 15%

According to the McKinney-Vento Act, living in a car, hotel, motel, camping ground, or any place outside or not meant for human habitation is considered homelessness. 

*Collin County stats from Housing Forward’s 2023 Point in Time (PIT) Count

You will be managing Streetside Closet. This is a 17ft U-Haul that has been converted into a walk-in closet. When a guest comes looking for clothes, you will help them find what they need. Between guests, you will be restocking the clothing truck.

Minimum age to volunteer on-site is 14 years old. For volunteers under 14, off-site projects are a great option! Visit the bottom of our volunteer page to see what off-site opportunities we offer. 

Please be sure to bring water for yourself as your volunteer experience will be outside and we want to make sure all of our volunteers, guests and staff members stay healthy and hydrated. 

Streetside Showers is a nonprofit organization that provides free mobile showers, hygiene kits, and clean undergarments to people experiencing homelessness in North Texas. 

Streetside Showers' mission is to help restore human dignity to the homeless community. The organization's founder, Lance Olinski, was inspired to start Streetside Showers after seeing a homeless man washing out of a public restroom in McKinney, TX.  

Streetside Showers parks temporary showers in strategic locations, including McKinney, Irving, and Plano. The organization also makes free showers available three to four times per week in the Dallas Metroplex. 

In Mckinney an estimated 250-500 persons are experiencing homelessness.

In Collin County:

19% are under 18 yrs old

14% are over 55 yrs old

Youth Homelessness increased 18%

Family Homelessness increased 15%

According to the McKinney-Vento Act, living in a car, hotel, motel, camping ground, or any place outside or not meant for human habitation is considered homelessness. 

*Collin County stats from Housing Forward’s 2023 Point in Time (PIT) Count

Put several snack items in a quart size Ziploc (or off brand) bag. Please do not use a paper bag. The following page has suggested items for these food packs.

*Please Remember, all food must be nonperishable. Avoid liquid items in the packs.

Small water bottles are a great addition to the food pack. We just ask that you donate them separately and do not put them in the food packs. Thank you!

Drop-off Location
Completed food packs can be dropped off at any shower location.

Contact Hannah@streetsideshowers.com with any questions. 

You will be greeting our guests, cleaning the showers, and distributing hygiene kits.

Greet and welcome our guests warmly. Always ask their name, and introduce yourself with a smile. Take time to connect with each and every guest; your authentic and compassionate attention represents the unexpected level of care that helps restore their dignity.

Help tidy up. During your shift, you’ll be keeping our showers cleaned and stocked with hygiene kits and towels for our guests. We will provide you with gloves during the sanitation process, as we work hard to ensure hygiene and safety for all. 

Minimum age to volunteer on-site is 14 years old. For volunteers under 14, off-site projects are a great option! Visit the bottom of our volunteer page to see what off-site opportunities we offer. 

Please be sure to bring water for yourself as your volunteer experience will be outside and we want to make sure all of our volunteers, guests and staff members stay healthy and hydrated. 

Streetside Showers is a nonprofit organization that provides free mobile showers, hygiene kits, and clean undergarments to people experiencing homelessness in North Texas. 

Streetside Showers' mission is to help restore human dignity to the homeless community. The organization's founder, Lance Olinski, was inspired to start Streetside Showers after seeing a homeless man washing out of a public restroom in McKinney, TX.  

Streetside Showers parks temporary showers in strategic locations, including McKinney, Irving, and Plano. The organization also makes free showers available three to four times per week in the Dallas Metroplex. 

In Mckinney an estimated 250-500 persons are experiencing homelessness.

In Collin County:

19% are under 18 yrs old

14% are over 55 yrs old

Youth Homelessness increased 18%

Family Homelessness increased 15%

According to the McKinney-Vento Act, living in a car, hotel, motel, camping ground, or any place outside or not meant for human habitation is considered homelessness. 

*Collin County stats from Housing Forward’s 2023 Point in Time (PIT) Count

In Mckinney an estimated 250-500 persons are experiencing homelessness. In Collin County:

19% are under 18 yrs old

14% are over 55 yrs old

Youth Homelessness increased 18%

Family Homelessness increased 15%

According to the McKinney-Vento Act, living in a car, hotel, motel, camping ground, or any place outside or not meant for human habitation is considered homelessness. 

*Collin County stats from Housing Forward’s 2023 Point in Time (PIT) Count

Donated items can be dropped off at any shower location. 

You will be greeting our guests, cleaning the showers, and distributing hygiene kits.

Greet and welcome our guests warmly. Always ask their name, and introduce yourself with a smile. Take time to connect with each and every guest; your authentic and compassionate attention represents the unexpected level of care that helps restore their dignity.

Help tidy up. During your shift, you’ll be keeping our showers cleaned and stocked with hygiene kits and towels for our guests. We will provide you with gloves during the sanitation process, as we work hard to ensure hygiene and safety for all. 

Minimum age to volunteer on-site is 14 years old. For volunteers under 14, off-site projects are a great option! Visit the bottom of our volunteer page to see what off-site opportunities we offer. 

Please be sure to bring water for yourself as your volunteer experience will be outside and we want to make sure all of our volunteers, guests and staff members stay healthy and hydrated. 

Streetside Showers is a nonprofit organization that provides free mobile showers, hygiene kits, and clean undergarments to people experiencing homelessness in North Texas. 

Streetside Showers' mission is to help restore human dignity to the homeless community. The organization's founder, Lance Olinski, was inspired to start Streetside Showers after seeing a homeless man washing out of a public restroom in McKinney, TX.  

Streetside Showers parks temporary showers in strategic locations, including McKinney, Irving, and Plano. The organization also makes free showers available three to four times per week in the Dallas Metroplex. 

In Mckinney an estimated 250-500 persons are experiencing homelessness.

In Collin County:

19% are under 18 yrs old

14% are over 55 yrs old

Youth Homelessness increased 18%

Family Homelessness increased 15%

According to the McKinney-Vento Act, living in a car, hotel, motel, camping ground, or any place outside or not meant for human habitation is considered homelessness. 

*Collin County stats from Housing Forward’s 2023 Point in Time (PIT) Count

In Mckinney an estimated 250-500 persons are experiencing homelessness. In Collin County:

19% are under 18 yrs old

14% are over 55 yrs old

Youth Homelessness increased 18%

Family Homelessness increased 15%

According to the McKinney-Vento Act, living in a car, hotel, motel, camping ground, or any place outside or not meant for human habitation is considered homelessness. 

*Collin County stats from Housing Forward’s 2023 Point in Time (PIT) Count

Part of our shower service includes giving our guests fresh clean underwear.  We collect MENS BOXER BRIEFS all sizes and WOMENS COTTON BIKINIS all sizes. 

- Full Size Body Wash

- Deodorant

- Bug Spray

- Toilet Paper

- Travel Size Conditioner

- Travel Size Foot Powder

- Razor (3+ Blade)

- Washcloths 

- Full Size Shampoo 

- Full Size Conditioner

- Q-tips

Clothes can be new or used in good condition. 

We need winter items from Oct - March (gloves, hats, scarves, coats, and blankets).

Also, we need belts and shoes for both men and women. 

Lastly, we need men's pants, shorts and shirts. We are well stocked with women's clothes. 

Donated items can be dropped off at any shower location. 

Washing towels is a commitment to come to our storage, pick up towels and take them home or to the laundromat to wash. Once they are clean, you would then fold them, put them in a white trash bag, and return them to our storage. Each pick up, you would take about 3 trash bags full of towels.

We provide laundry detergent, laundry sanitizer and white trash bags for the clean towels.

You would pick the towels up and drop them off at a storage unit in McKinney.

You can have one volunteer who does it each pick up or a group and just rotate each pick up.

We have opportunities for weekly, every other week or standby towel volunteers.

Contact Hannah@streetsideshowers.com with any questions. 

Inside a quart size Ziploc (or off brand) bag, put the following 8 items:

*Travel size

Drop-off Location
Completed hygiene kits can be dropped off at any shower location.

Contact Hannah@streetsideshowers.com with any questions. 

Do you enjoy setting up and serving at parties? We have Tea and Tours for groups here at Chestnut Square. We serve lunch in our historic homes and a tour of the historic homes follows the lunch. If you like to serve and work with people in the community, come join us.

We are looking for volunteers that can be on their feet for a few hours cleaning dishes and serving our guests. Must have comfortable close toed shoes.

Tea & Tours can be scheduled on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, or Saturdays between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM, depending on the event.

If you have a passion for hospitality and historic homes, we’d love to have you on our team!

IMPORTANT: Please use this link to sign up for this need.

Help clean the historic homes at Chestnut Square Historic Village takes you back in time to a period long ago. Help us take care of the homes that were built in McKinney decades ago.

Cleaning needed dust furniture, sweep floors and rugs, sweep porches, clean windows and windowsills inside and outside the historic homes.

This volunteer opportunity is open on Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday anytime between 9 am and 2 pm.

Come help us take care of some of the oldest standing homes in McKinney!

A background check is required. We support the cost.

IMPORTANT: Please use this link to sign up for this need.

Are you looking to make a difference in your community? We need volunteers for regular maintenance of our grounds and buildings. Regular maintenance of our grounds include removing branches, weeding, raking and sweeping. General cleaning of the interior of the buildings usually involves dusting, mopping and sweeping sidewalks. Other maintenance includes repairing doors and taking out trash.

There is plenty to do for individuals or groups who are looking to volunteer on a weekly, monthly or yearly basis. No experience necessary.

IMPORTANT: Please use this link to sign up for this need.

Do you love history? Do you wish to keep it alive? Do you like storytelling? Come join us and tell about the oldest house in McKinney, share the history of Collin County and McKinney through our weekly and scheduled guided tours.

Volunteer to be a Docent (tour guide) to lead tours of the Historic Home Museums on Thursdays and/or Saturdays at 11:00 am. Learn the stories of the families that lived in the historic homes and pass on their history to visitor's that come to take a tour. No experience is required. Docents receive full training, including a docent manual with the history of the families that lived in the homes, tours with experienced docents and mock tours with the Chestnut Square Tour Manager.

Requirements:

Village Tours are on Thursday and Saturday from 10:45 am to 12:15 pm and Friday from 12:45pm-2:45pm.

Background check required and we support the cost.

Observe at least two group tours with an experienced docent

Conduct a mock tour with the Chestnut Square Museum Director before you begin leading tours on your own.

Preferred skills:

Well-spoken, speak clearly and animated

Opportunity to work private tours

Opportunity to be a docent for School Tours

IMPORTANT: Please use this link to sign up for this need.

We are seeking dedicated and detail-oriented individuals to serve as Volunteer Test Proctors. Proctors play a vital role in maintaining the integrity of the testing process by ensuring a secure, quiet, and distraction-free environment for test-takers.

R&R Ministries is a non-profit organization based in Plano, Texas.

Our mission is to restore dignity to those in marginalized communities as fellow image-bearers through job training and placement, Christian counseling, and through providing meaningful work with the hope of sharing the love of Christ.

Join us and help change lives through service!

Time Commitment: Once a week on whatever day works best for you!  
Responsibilities:

Requirements:

Your support will help us maintain a warm and inviting space where families feel comfortable and cared for!

At Agape, we believe in the power of community and the difference a warm, welcoming environment can make for single women, single moms, and their children as they transition into our transformational housing. When these brave individuals arrive at our doors, we want them to feel valued, supported, and at home. That’s where you come in.

Your contribution, no matter how big or small, will make a significant difference in the lives of these families. We invite you to join their journey by contributing through our Amazon Wish List. Your donation of kitchen essentials, bedding, and other household items will provide comfort and stability, ensuring that these families have everything they need to begin their new chapter with dignity and hope.

How You Can Help:

Visit Our Amazon Wish List: Agape Amazon Wish List

By helping us provide these essential items, you’re not just donating products but giving hope, love, and a fresh start to women and children in need. Your involvement is crucial to our mission, and we're grateful for your support. Thank you for being part of our mission to empower and uplift those who need it most.

Together, we can make a house a home.

Part Time Front Office Receptionist

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

QUALIFICATIONS

Days and times needed:

Wednesday afternoon from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Or on a substitute/ on-call basis for any day and time throughout the week!  

ABOUT AGAPE

Agape offers safe housing and essential transitional services to help homeless single women, mothers, and children move toward independence and self-sufficiency. By volunteering with us, you’ll be supporting families on their journey from crisis to stability. 

Join Furry Friends Animal Rescue to make a difference in your community!

As our cat supply coordinator, your duties will include picking up dirty bedding, bowls and litter boxes, taking home for washing, then returning the clean items to the store. This is a vital role for our organization.

FFAR available opportunities:

Volunteers of all ages and abilities are encouraged to get involved. However, please note that volunteers under the age of 18 are required to be accompanied by a parent or a legal guardian.

Click here to register - Volunteer Application

Email our volunteer coordinator to schedule your visit at:  volunteer@metrorelief.org 
Our volunteer coordinator will send you a release waiver to sign and give you details about the day.

Be part of a life-changing outreach experience! Every Friday, rain or shine, join our team at Metro Relief’s headquarters in The Colony to serve individuals experiencing homelessness. Our custom outreach bus – half food truck, half passenger van – takes up to 15 volunteers directly to local homeless encampments to distribute hot soup, bottled water, hygiene kits, and clothing.

The day begins at 8:30 AM with a warm welcome and orientation at our home base. You’ll help prepare our nutritious homemade soup, sort essential supplies, and load the bus for departure around 9:45 AM. Throughout the day, you’ll not only provide much-needed items, but also build human connections – sharing stories, listening with empathy, and offering hope.

We return to the Metro Relief base by 1:30 PM, where we wrap up with clean-up and debrief, finishing the experience by 2:00 PM.

This is more than just a volunteer opportunity – it’s a chance to make a real impact in someone’s life and be reminded of the power of kindness and connection.

Hi Volunteers!

It's time to start up our bi weekly FALL cleaning again for this Historical House. We will begin on:

DATE: SEPTEMBER 13TH

TIME: 08:30-10:30

LOCATION: 205 West Hunt Street (Park in our parking lot at the side of our building off Church Street) 
Choose your dates, one time or regularly. Come help us to maintain the beauty of this historic property. Once you have registered you will need to confirm with me. I will send out a text message.

Thank you,

Lynn Mayle

Volunteer Coordinator

(Perfect opportunity for student, school clubs, youth groups and others needing community service  hours). For more details please contact Scott at (214) 501-6000 or email- scottmormon@gmail.com 
Visit our website at www.bfinc.org 

Keeping clean can be very difficult on the streets. When a man or lady is able to keep clean, this can give them that extra bit of positivity they need to get through the day, and it can help them present themselves well for a job interview. Mini-hygiene kits are a great way to help care for the less fortunate. 

A) Assemble full kits
or
B) Donate whatever hygiene-related items you may have or buy. Feel free to give other items than those we have listed. We have found the ones listed are the most needed items.

To assemble a mini-hygiene kit just put the items in a half-gallon-sized zip-lock (or off-brand) bag. If the items fit in a smaller bag that is fine too.

Example Kit:

Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Disposable Razors
Deodorant
Soap

Feel free to add more items, but avoid liquids unless sealed very well.

We are in the streets daily, so we go through bags quickly. Please know any amount helps us care for the less fortunate in our community.

To drop off mini-hygiene kits please contact Scott at 972.890.5290 or scottmormon@bfinc.org

We also invite you to come with us to the streets and watch us hand out the kits. We also do educational speaking to all ages about homelessness and drug and alcohol awareness. If interested please message or call us. Thank you, Scott.

www.bfinc.org

https://www.bfservices.org/press

We're so grateful for your interest in hitting the streets to hand out socks, clothes and hygiene to our friends experiencing homelessness. It's not just about socks; it's an opportunity to listen, see, and honor them in a loving way. Your compassion shines brightly!  

Discover Opportunities for Young Volunteers! 

The minimum on-site volunteering age is 15. If you're under 15, don't worry! We have fantastic off-site projects waiting for you. Email admin@citymissions.org for more details.

Stay Hydrated, Stay Energized! 

For all our dedicated volunteers, please remember to bring water and snacks for your outdoor experience. Your well-being is important to us, and we want to ensure that everyone stays healthy and energized during their time with us. Let's make a positive impact together! 

Dress Smart, Dress Safe!

For your comfort and safety, please dress weather-appropriate and wear closed-toed shoes during your volunteer experience. We want to make sure you have a great time while making a positive impact. Thank you for your cooperation! 

When you sign up today, you're committing to be on time and ready to serve with a compassionate heart. Remember, no photos of our housing-challenged friends – let's honor their dignity. Selfies with friends and family are encouraged, just be mindful of the background. Together, we can make a positive impact! Used these hashtags when you post.

#CityMissions #BeTheChange"

Hi Volunteer,

Do you have a CDL-B with a passenger endorsement? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

We’re partnering with Chestnut Square to host a special Museum Trolley Tour, and we’re looking for a qualified volunteer to help us bring this community experience to life for one weekend.

We haven’t set the official date yet, as we’re first hoping to confirm a driver. If you’re interested, please don’t hesitate to sign up—we’ll be in touch with you right away.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to serve our community in a meaningful (and fun!) way.

Lynn Mayle,
Volunteer Coordinator

C.L.I.M.B. is a FREE, after-school enrichment program offered to children and youth with limited resources at Merritt McGowan, 1200 N. Tennessee Street, McKinney. C.L.I.M.B. is an initiative hosted by One Heart McKinney to provide on-site access to extracurricular activities so that children can... C=Connect, L=Learn, I=Imagine, M=Make, B=Become.

We meet every Tuesday and Thursday on the McKinney school calendar from 3:00 to 5:00 pm at the Merritt Community Room. We are in need of volunteers who can commit to attending one day per week to serve as small group leaders and assistants. 

Please contact us for more information.

C.L.I.M.B. is a FREE, after-school enrichment program offered to children and youth with limited resources at Merritt McGowan, 1200 N. Tennessee Street, McKinney. C.L.I.M.B. is an initiative hosted by One Heart McKinney to provide on-site access to extracurricular activities so that children can... C=Connect, L=Learn, I=Imagine, M=Make, B=Become.

We meet every Tuesday and Thursday on the McKinney school calendar from 3:00 to 5:00 pm at the Merritt Community Room. We are in need of volunteers who can commit to attending one day per week to serve as small group leaders and assistants. 

Please contact us for more information.

Empty Hand Open Heart helps women rebuild their confidence through love, support, and self-defense training. We're looking for a volunteer to assist with website updates or social media posts to help us reach more people and grow our impact.

If you have a heart for helping and skills in digital media or marketing, your support can make a real difference!

Empty Hand Open Heart is looking for a volunteer grant writer to help us grow our reach and sustain our mission of supporting women and girls rebuilding their lives after experiencing crisis situations.

Although our organization became an official nonprofit just over a year ago, we've been working in the community for more than 11 years—providing a safe space, life skills, and empowerment through self-defense training, prayer, and encouragement. We work closely with local shelters and outreach programs to serve women who are on a journey toward healing and independence.

We need your help to:

If you're passionate about writing and want to use your skills to help a purpose-driven nonprofit expand its reach, this opportunity is for you. Your support will help more women access the care and empowerment they deserve. Join us in making a meaningful difference!

HSF will welcome 20–25 new college scholars in April 2026, and each student will need a dedicated volunteer coach. While the majority of new coaching opportunities will begin in April, there may also be openings throughout the year if a student needs to be reassigned.

We’re actively recruiting now so we can match coaches as soon as opportunities arise—whether next week or next spring. If you're interested in making a meaningful difference, sign up today!

The HSF coaching program is the main differentiator between HSF and other scholarship organizations. One-to-one coaching is a significant contributor to a student’s academic success.

Students are each assigned a Coach to mentor them throughout the college journey. Coaches help their student monitor progress with their degree plan and stay on track to meet the Hendrick program requirements. They also provide direction with important decisions regarding other aspects of their student’s life and help guide students to learn to manage their time, set priorities, and develop good study habits. A coach is an advocate and a supportive resource, providing encouragement and helping the student stay focused on his or her goals.

A willingness to learn about their student and build a relationship

Connect with their student once a month (phone, Zoom, or in person)

Attend end of semester Student Reviews (January and June)

Inform the Student Success Committee of any needs or questions that arise

Fill out a Coach Survey once a semester

Julia's Center for Healthcare is needing an Optometrist who can volunteer on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-9pm (at your availability). If interested, please go to our website at https://juliascenter.org/ and fill out the volunteer form to get started with us!

Julia's Center for Healthcare is needing a Women's Health Provider who can volunteer on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-9pm (at your availability). If interested, please go to our website at https://juliascenter.org/ and fill out the volunteer form to get started with us!

Julia's Center for Healthcare is needing a Dietician who can volunteer as a Diabetic Educator on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-9pm and on Wednesdays twice a month in the evenings (at your availability). If interested, please go to our website at https://juliascenter.org/ and fill out the volunteer form to get started with us!

Julia's Center for Healthcare is needing bilingual Spanish translators/interpreters who can volunteer on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-9pm (twice a month). If interested, please go to our website at https://juliascenter.org/ and fill out the volunteer form to get started with us!

Julia's Center for Healthcare is needing Nurses (RN/LVN) who can volunteer on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-9pm (twice a month). Bilingual in Spanish is a plus! If interested, please go to our website at https://juliascenter.org/ and fill out the volunteer form to get started with us!

Volunteer Opportunity at the Collin County History Museum!

The Collin County History Museum is looking for friendly and dependable volunteers to help during our open hours. We are open to the public Fridays and Saturdays from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and we are currently seeking volunteers for the 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM shift on those days.

Volunteer Shift Needed:

Towne Creek Apartments Community Library is in need of a Student Volunteer Librarian for 1 hour a month, Mondays - Wednesdays only.  The student will organize the site library bookshelves and reshelve any books that have been returned by the residents.  The student will also visit and spend time doing puzzles with any resident who comes in the community room.

Hi Volunteer!

The Heard Craig is seeking a volunteer to check in with us the first of each month to see if we have banners to hang.

We will then select a mutually agreeable time to help us hang them.

We will provide 15 min of service for checking in each month on schedule, (first Monday of each month) and 30 mins to one hour depending on the amount of banners needed.

If you think this opportunity is right for you and you are committed to this ongoing project, please sign up.

Responsibility is the key to success.

Thank you,
Lynn Mayle, Volunteer Coordinator

 Please contact Eileen Turner at 214-282-5615 for more information.  Leave a call-back message if I'm away from the phone.  Thank you!!

Do you love McKinney Public Library? Do you have to constantly pick up holds? Do you live in McKinney? Are you over 18 years of age? Do you have marketing/finance/auditing/fundraising/leadership skills?

If you answered yes to these questions, we need you! We meet on the fourth Tuesday every month at 6:30 p.m. at John and Judy Gay Library. The McKinney Public Library Foundation is actively recruiting for new Board Directors! You will be joining a working Board who supports your library directly.  Please see the website about the MPL Foundation at: https://www.mckinneyplf.org/mplf-applications and at MPL about the Foundation at: https://www.mckinneytexas.org/3487/McKinney-Public-Library-Foundation

You will need to attend monthly meetings and also serve on at least two committees.

We attend many of the MPL's events to raise awareness of the Foundation and just had our first big fundraising event "Sunset in the Stacks" that was fun and successful. What we raise goes back to the library for programming, support, technology, and more, all for the McKinney community. 

Show your love of the library and McKinney by serving as a Director on the McKinney Public Library Foundation Board!

The Front Desk Intake volunteer plays a vital role in ensuring a welcoming and efficient experience for all individuals seeking food assistance. This person is often the first point of contact for clients and is responsible for managing the intake process with dignity, respect, and confidentiality. They collect and verify client information, assess eligibility, and help connect individuals with additional resources when appropriate, all while making them feel truly seen and respected.

What You’ll Do:

*Greet pantry guests and help them feel welcome

*Complete simple intake forms and check eligibility

*Listen to each person’s situation with empathy and confidentiality

*Help explain how our pantry works and what support is available

*Refer clients to other local services when needed Maintain basic records and data (training provided!)

You’d Be Great If You:

*Enjoy connecting with people from all walks of life

*Can keep calm and organized in a busy setting

*Are comfortable using a computer or learning our intake system

*Speak another language (especially Spanish)? That’s a big plus!

*Have a kind heart, a clear voice, and a dependable spirit

Join us for a day of fun and connection! With unique displays and engaging activities for the whole family, meet and connect with staff from our city departments to learn more about city programs and services. Visit with community partners to learn about opportunities to get involved and support local organizations. Assistance is needed with event setup, teardown, managing the welcome booth, distributing food and water to volunteers, and other ways to support the event. Come and see why we love McKinney!

Sign up through our online volunteer program, Voly: https://mckinney.voly.org/opportunity/view.html?id=106833

The Networking Assistant volunteer position primarily involves database entry. However, if the volunteer has excellent communication skills, they may also make phone calls or represent the agency within the community. The databases the volunteer will access contain the agency’s contacts for various events, projects, and marketing efforts. These databases are housed on our Google server, allowing access and viewing by any staff member as needed.

The Networking Assistant position can be performed remotely. Weekly deadlines will need to be met, and a phone meeting will take place each week between UTH staff and the volunteer. At least 5 hours per week are expected for this position, with a minimum commitment of 2 months.

If the volunteer would also like to represent the agency at public events, they will be expected to dress professionally, be punctual, speak confidently, and be organized with materials. Engagements may include events hosted by the Frisco and Denton Chambers of Commerce, PRSA events, and other opportunities.

Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential for this position. Volunteers who succeed in this role are reliable, punctual, well spoken, and proactive.

This position can be fulfilled as a volunteer opportunity or used for class credit, a practicum, or an internship. Before requesting to be considered for this position, please visit our agency’s website at www.unitedthroughhope.org to learn more about what we do and whom we serve. A resume and a completed volunteer form will be required, along with an in-person or phone interview.

If you're passionate about environmental conservation and eager to make a difference, joining our core team is a meaningful way to contribute to the cause.

"The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it." — Robert Swan.

Our organization welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and skill sets, offering opportunities for involvement to lead or support the following programs. 

Restore: Plant native trees/vegetation to protect nature.

Clean: Remove trash and invasive species from our parks.

Crowdsource: Raise funds for projects using “Artreach”,  grants and eco products and services.

Educate: Get certified as green ambassadors and deliver “show and tell” workshops, blogs/vlogs, and podcasts.

Network: Prepare for careers, entrepreneurship, industry forums and a circular economy.

Promote: Leverage digital media and technology to maximize awareness and efficiency.

Community Lifeline Center operates a client-choice food pantry that serves hundreds of local families every week. We stock lots of basics like peanut butter, beans, pasta, rice, oats, canned goods and other shelf-stable items to feed our neighbors who need it.

But cereal is difficult to source in volume.  We welcome donations of cereal, especially lower-sugar, kid-friendly choices, at the food pantry:

1601 N Waddill St, Suite 102, McKinney, TX 75069

Donations accepted Tuesday-Friday, from 11-2.  Your contributions are greatly appreciated - thank you for helping to feed our neighbors!

This group began meeting in June of 2024. Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month, Trinity Presbyterian Church of McKinney hosts a "plarn workshop". Plarn stands for plastic yarn (which is made from plastic grocery bags). We're a mix of church members and community members and it's a lot of fun! Together, we socialize for a couple of hours while flattening bags, cutting strips and looping the strips together into a ball of plarn, which then gets crocheted into a sleeping mat. We are in need of more people who know how to crochet, and we will teach you how to work with the plarn. We're thrilled with any and all helpers who want to come and be part of the group and help with any of the above tasks which means you don't have to crochet if that's not your strong suit!

Please sign up to let us know you're coming. We meet from about 9:30am to 12pm in a classroom that is located closest to the west side parking lot of our building so it's recommended to park on the west side and enter through the doors with steps and a ramp leading to them. You can always come later or leave earlier as your schedule permits, this is a very easygoing and fun group.

The completed sleeping mats are distributed through Streetside Showers in McKinney to be given to the homeless, and we would love to be able to increase our output as the need for these mats also increases. To date, we have given out over 70 sleeping mats to the homeless. Thank you for your interest and we look forward to meeting you!

Community Lifeline Center operates a client-choice food pantry that serves hundreds of local families every week. If you become a Food Pantry Volunteer, you'll be a big help in our mission to get food to our neighbors who need it.

When our regular driver is out, we need CDL drivers to fill in, driving our refrigerated truck to pick up donations from our retail partners.  Pickups take place between 8 AM and 12 PM, in McKinney, Allen, and Frisco.  Specific date(s) and location(s) will be assigned to you based on your location and availability.  Volunteers for this opportunity must:

- Have a current Commercial Driver’s License

- Be able to safely lift boxes weighing up to 50 lbs

Your help is needed now! Without volunteers like you, families may face empty shelves. Sign up today to be a volunteer relief driver, and be the reason a neighbor doesn’t go hungry. Thank you for stepping up to nourish our community!

Love organizing, helping others, or giving back? Join Local Good Resale in Plano and help process donations, price items, and keep our store running smoothly. Every hour you volunteer supports local families through the Local Good Collective. 

Please fill out this interest form, and a member of our team will follow up with a phone call to guide you through volunteer training and onboarding.

Why Your Support Matters:

Local Good Resale is more than a store — it’s a movement to make our community stronger, more sustainable, and more connected. Volunteers are the heart of our operation. Your time helps us sort donations efficiently, keep shelves stocked, and ensure shoppers have a great experience — all of which lead to more impact for the causes we support.

About Local Good Resale:

Opened in 2025 in Plano, Texas, Local Good Resale exists to connect the community with meaningful ways to donate, recycle, give back and volunteer. We sell donated furniture, decor, kitchenware, and other quality home goods — and every sale directly supports programs through the Local Good Collective.  Learn more at localgoodresale.org.

Please fill out this interest form, and a member of our team will follow up with a phone call to guide you through volunteer training and onboarding.

Please register for this opportunity, and a member of our team will follow up with a phone call to guide you through volunteer training and onboarding.

Join Our Wellness Team! We’re seeking passionate and qualified professionals to support our growing Wellness Program.  We support individuals facing both food insecurity and chronic illness—an intersection where access to nutritious food and wellness resources is critically needed but often lacking. Our program bridges this gap by offering holistic wellness education, including fitness and nutrition classes, along with access to healthy food. Through these efforts, we empower our community to take meaningful steps toward a healthier and more sustainable lifestyle

Opportunities are available for:

Hours vary and may include weekday evenings and Friday/Saturday mornings. If you’re interested in making a meaningful impact in our community, we’d love to hear from you!

Learn more about our program at https://www.localgoodcenter.org/wellness

Do you have experience with GRANT WRITING or FUNDRAISING and want to help make a difference for kids in need?  WE NEED YOUR SUPERPOWERS!!!

With our team working hard to reach the kids 200+ days a year, we have often prioritized programs over fundraising.  THIS IS WHERE WE NEED YOU!!! 

Citychurch Youth Outreach McKinney could use your help to maximize our fundraising efforts to grow our programs. 

Ways you can help:

PLEASE CONTACT KELLY 2 at Citychurch with any questions!

214-491-4173

Dallas House:

Early Bird Volunteers
(7 am to 9 am, 7 days a week)

Early Bird Volunteers will work with the Operations Staff to help open up the House each morning and will be responsible for the following tasks:

-Answer the telephone and assist with front desk duties.

-Assist with setting out continental breakfast and breakfast clean-up

-Drive House guests to their early morning doctor’s appointments.

Pleas note: All individual volunteers must be 18 years of age or older, and must undergo a criminal and motor vehicle background check.

Our beds have arrived! We are looking for assistance with putting together 9 beds, they do not require tools! The beds do need 2 or 3 people to put them together, but are easy head board, foot board and the single frame that hook together. 

We also have a dining room table which will require a drill or screw driver to put the legs on. This will require 2 or 3 people.

This event takes place on the second Saturday of every month. It is a friendly family food drive where we provide food and other essential items to 250 or more families. Please feel free to use this Signup Genius to volunteer for the event. Be sure to note the dates and times you select.

Dress comfortably! You should be prepared to stand for the duration of the event. We will be offloading the food truck, packing food items, and distributing them to families.

Click this link to sign up.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040E4DA5A728A1FE3-53818362-mooving

Please feel free to contact us with any questions.

C.H.O.I.C.E.: Consider How One Individual Changes Everything

Opportunities to mentor are available at McKinney ISD campuses. We have students, district-wide, on a waiting list for a mentor.  

All McKinney ISD volunteers are required to complete the online McKinney ISD volunteer application. When filling out the volunteer application please make sure to select “REACH” for your volunteer position. This process includes a background check. Once approved, a one-hour mentor orientation training is required. Approved volunteers, please contact the McKinney ISD Partners in Education office by emailing cstolfa@mckinneyisd.net to schedule the orientation.

REACH is a school-based program; therefore, all mentoring takes place at the student’s campus, once a week, during a time that has been set up by the Campus Liaison and the mentor.

Started in 2006, the REACH program is designed to foster a basic sense of self-esteem, self-confidence, and motivation to learn and improve personal and social skills that will reinforce the importance of an education. The primary mission of the program is to reach one child at a time.

For additional information, visit https://www.mckinneyisd.net/page/reach

Snack Donations:

Meal Train Donations:

Sleep in Heavenly Peace is hosting a bedding drive! Our organization builds hand-made beds for children in the community who don't have one, and who often sleep on the floor in their home. The primary obstacle between a Build Day and delivery is the need for bedding.

You can bring new twin-sized bedding to our physical address, or use one of our wish lists to participate in the bedding drive digitally. No matter how you choose to participate, we're so grateful for your support of the children in our community!

You can find the information for our wish lists and our drop off location on our chapter webpage.

Donate shoes/sneakers for children, pre-teens, or youth. We serve children and students who come from less fortunate situations in Collin County Tx.

The shoes may be used or new as long as they are a pair without holes and clean. If you wish to provide socks we serve many in disadvantaged communities that we can give these to.

If you have other types of items that you wish to donate, then please mention them when you call. 

To drop off the clothing items please contact Scott at 972.890.5290 or email scottmormon@bfinc.org

Hugs Cafe is in need of job coaches to work with our staff with intellectual and developmental disabilities at the cafe. Duties involve shadowing the employee while they perform their job at the cafe and assisting in light kitchen prep work.

This position is ideal for someone who would like to work weekly at our cafe and make an impact in the lives of adults with special needs. 

To volunteer with Hugs, please fill out an application at: hugscafe.org/volunteer

A background check will be required through Sterling Volunteers. 

We are looking for Spanish-speaking Christian women to encourage, educate, and share the love of Christ with an expectant or new mom! 

We have a full curriculum and training for our mentors. It is a commitment of a one-time monthly face-to-face meeting where you share materials and create a record of the baby's first year. 

Sisters Breaking Chains Together is a faith based, nonprofit organization that works with mothers and daughters to break the chains of generational strongholds to renew, redirect, rebuild and restore themselves, their families and communities.

Sisters Breaking Chains Together is seeking a Christian, female with a passion/gift for marketing and social media. 

Help us increase awareness with our target audience.

Help us create flyers and advertisement for events to our target audience.

Help us with regular posts on social media platforms.

Help with communications to donors and sponsors.

Help with quarterly newsletter.

This would be a great opportunity for a college student seeking to gain experience in a related major. However, we would like to hear from all Christian females interested in this opportunity.

As we reach out to the community whether single mothers with children or the homeless we find they often need bibles. If you would like to donate Bibles then anything will work, but these are our recommendations:

Complete or New Testament: Bibles can be the full bible with Old + New Testament or New Testament only.

Youth & Children's Bibles: Especially needed.

Life Recovery Bible for those needing bibles in our drug and alcohol addiction program.

Easy-to-understand Translations: Translations that are easier to comprehend are preferable. While some people we meet use the King James Version many have trouble understanding it.

Language Options: We need Bibles in Spanish and others in English. You may provide either or both.

Thank you so much, you don't know how thankful people can be when the right person receives their first bible.

To drop off bibles please contact Scott at 972.890.5290 or scottmormon@bfinc.org

If cleaning is your thing and you want to help give back to the community...

COME HELP CLEAN AND PREPARE A YOUTH OUTREACH CENTER FOR UPCOMING PROGRAMS!

WEEKLY CLEANING OPPORTUNITIES !!!

Citychurch Youth Outreach McKinney works 200+ days a year to engage, empower and equip the at-risk families in our city. Our team works hard to provide a family environment that focuses on feeding, mentoring, and encouraging kids to find their potential in Christ.

Cornerstone Ranch is looking for ongoing volunteers to serve in our painting class every Thursday from 10am-12pm. We have some amazing artists, however, our volunteers are a crucial part of art class to help guide and befriend our friends with special needs. This opportunity consists of sitting with our Ranchers while they follow instructions from the art instructor, assisting with their painting when needed, and befriending our Ranchers. This is such a fun opportunity to get to engage with the community and our Ranchers through fun activities!

No art skills are required to volunteer in our art class. Our staff can teach you all that you need to know to be great in this position!

Leia’s Kids Foundation has partnered with SBG Hospitality for St.Patty’s Beer Walk! We are seeking amazing volunteers for this fun-filled event. This is not only a celebration of heritage and community but also a significant opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children battling pediatric cancer.

EVENT DETAILS:

Volunteers, please use the following link to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0549A8A823AA8-54682441-leias

As a thank you, volunteers will receive a free event shirt to wear on the day of and two tickets to any future SBG Hospitality events.

Learn more about Leia’s Kids Foundation www.leiaskids.org

We need laptops to put in the hands of disadvantaged students. All of Breaking Free services are free of charge and it by the donations from our community that allow us to continuing serving the disadvantaged of Collin County. Please contact Scott Mormon 972.890.5290 or scottmormon@gmail.com

www.bfinc.org

https://www.bfservices.org/press

Join our Deep Clean Team to help create a fresh and comfortable living environment for young adults transitioning out of foster care or experiencing homelessness. Every quarter, volunteers will assist with deep cleaning and organizing to ensure our two transitional homes remain well-maintained and welcoming for both current and future residents.

This is a great opportunity for groups looking to make a direct impact in the lives of young adults who need stability and support. Your help ensures they have a clean and safe place to focus on their future.

For questions about volunteering or mentorship opportunities, email volunteers@jimrileyoutreach.org.

Every week, we have the opportunity to bring warmth, kindness, and essential supplies to our neighbors experiencing homelessness. Along with a faith-filled message and a hot meal, we strive to meet both their immediate and anticipated needs.

This week, we are focusing on providing hot coffee, which means we need creamer and sugar to make it more enjoyable. As spring rains approach, rain ponchos are also essential to help keep our neighbors dry.

You can directly support this effort by purchasing these much-needed supplies from our Amazon Supply List: Amazon Wishlist Link.

Your generosity makes a real difference—every donation helps bring comfort and dignity to someone in need!

The room readiness team will be in charge of preparing rooms for new residents. Each room will need to be deep cleaned from the previous resident, as well as redecorated. We would love for each resident to move into new bedding as they begin their fresh start.  This is a great group project.

Celebration team members will plan and facilitate various celebrations for residents throughout the year. This consists, but is not limited to, birthdays, school graduations, and program graduations. An example of a birthday celebration would consist of bringing a card/gift and cake to a class night to celebrate that resident’s birthday. 

Purpose

At Jim Riley Outreach (JRO), we firmly believe that mentors are a key component to the success of our residents. There are multiple studies that show the importance of this relationship. We see our mentors as the main way to connect our residents with members of the community. These connections will become a support system to help our young women and men grow and sustain them both now and in the future.

Expectations

As a faith-based program, we do ask that our mentors have a strong faith. We also ask that our mentors commit to their mentee for the full length that he/she is in the program, up to two years. The monthly expectations of mentors are to connect with their mentees for a total of six hours a month. The time commitment encompasses the twice a month ‘Mentor Nights” on Tuesday nights, as well as other calls/texts throughout the month. We want our mentors to establish trust, maintain confidentiality, and provide guidance and encouragement, as well as share personal experiences and perspectives with their mentees. Our hope is that our mentors are with our young adults for life. The goal would be that your mentee would be invited in to be a part of your family life: that these relationships remain a support system to them long after their time here.

Purpose

At Jim Riley Outreach (JRO), we firmly believe that mentors are a key component to the success of our residents. There are multiple studies that show the importance of this relationship. We see our mentors as the main way to connect our residents with members of the community. These connections will become a support system to help our young women and men grow and sustain them both now and in the future.

Expectations

As a faith-based program, we do ask that our mentors have a strong faith. We also ask that our mentors commit to their mentee for the full length that he/she is in the program, up to two years. The monthly expectations of mentors are to connect with their mentees for a total of six hours a month. The time commitment encompasses the twice a month ‘Mentor Nights” on Tuesday nights, as well as other calls/texts throughout the month. We want our mentors to establish trust, maintain confidentiality, and provide guidance and encouragement, as well as share personal experiences and perspectives with their mentees. Our hope is that our mentors are with our young adults for life. The goal would be that your mentee would be invited in to be a part of your family life: that these relationships remain a support system to them long after their time here.

Donate Winter Items (Hoodies, Blankets, Gloves) For The Homeless

Update: Small throw blankets are the item most needed right now. They can be purchased at stores such as Walmart or Academy for < $4.

The cold can be a life-or-death situation, and unfortunately, this is no exaggeration due to a few incidents a few years ago. When you are homeless you can’t carry a heavy jacket around all year so when the sudden cold comes most find themselves unprepared.

We ask that any items that would help in the winter be donated. The primary items we have in mind are small throw blankets and warm outerwear such as hoodies, coats, or jackets. Beanies, gloves, and scarves are also appreciated.

Adult Men’s and/or Adult Women’s of Any Size

To drop-off items, please contact us by one of the means below:

Scott: 972.890.5290 or scottmormon@bfinc.org

Nicholas: nicholas.mchenry@bfinc.org

Please know that any amount and any mix of items helps so feel free to call. It is actions like these that add up to make a big impact in the world. Thank you, Scott.

Join us in conserving and restoring the natural beauty of the Blackland Prairie Raptor Center’s 66-acre property! As a Conservation & Habitat Restoration Volunteer, you’ll play a hands-on role in protecting this vital ecosystem by:

About Us:

Blackland Prairie Raptor Center is dedicated to environmental preservation through public education and the conservation of birds of prey and wildlife in their natural habitat. This includes Blackland Prairie conservations and restoration, clinical care and rehabilitation of sick, injured and orphaned raptors, and the education of North Texans on the wonder of raptors and their environment.

As a Wildlife Rehabilitation Volunteer, you’ll play a crucial role in their recovery and eventual release back into the wild. With proper training and approval, you may assist in handling and treating patients. Additional responsibilities include maintaining a clean and safe environment by doing laundry, sanitizing hospital and clinic surfaces, washing kennels, and ensuring outdoor flight cages are in top condition. Every task you complete directly impacts the well-being of these magnificent birds!

About Us: 

Blackland Prairie Raptor Center is dedicated to environmental preservation through public education and the conservation of birds of prey and wildlife in their natural habitat. This includes Blackland Prairie conservations and restoration, clinical care and rehabilitation of sick, injured and orphaned raptors, and the education of North Texans on the wonder of raptors and their environment.

As a volunteer, you'll help clean avian ambassador enclosures, raptor food preparation, feed avian ambassadors, support the operations of resident mouse house, present at education programs, lead trail walks, and support ambassador training (with previous experience and/or training).

About Us:

Blackland Prairie Raptor Center is committed to preserving the environment through education, conservation, and wildlife rehabilitation. We focus on restoring the Blackland Prairie, rehabilitating injured and orphaned raptors, and educating North Texans about the vital role these birds play in our ecosystem. Join us in making a difference for these incredible birds and their natural habitat!

We are looking for a Volunteer HR Consultant to ensure that WOPU adheres to all applicable laws, regulations, and best practices. This role will help establish and maintain policies that create a safe, inclusive, and legally compliant environment for our volunteers, staff, and community.

Join Us in Building a Safe and Empowering Community!
If you’re ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Do you want to make a difference in your community? Here's a great opportunity to help our homeless neighbors!

Help us bring holiday cheer! Volunteers are needed for our Dinner Celebration & Outreach to assist in setup and breakdown services; in addition to helping to distribute supplies and clothing to those in need from the community. Let’s make the season brighter!

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and be a beacon of hope for those in need, we'd love to have you join our team!

Hope Restored Missions is committed to restoring hope to the poor, especially the homeless community, through ongoing supportive relationships that provide advocacy, guidance, and resource connections so that our less fortunate neighbors can overcome barriers and reach their full life-sustaining potential.

Do you want to make a difference in your community? Here's a great opportunity to help our homeless neighbors!

Join us for a Thanksgiving Dinner & Outreach! Volunteers are needed to assist in setup and breakdown services; in addition to helping to distribute supplies and clothing to those in need from the community, and spread gratitude. Let’s give back together! Sign up today!

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and be a beacon of hope for those in need, we'd love to have you join our team!

Hope Restored Missions is committed to restoring hope to the poor, especially the homeless community, through ongoing supportive relationships that provide advocacy, guidance, and resource connections so that our less fortunate neighbors can overcome barriers and reach their full life-sustaining potential.

In order to serve our clients Hope's Door New Beginning Center provides gently used clothing and home goods donated by the community.  The excess goods and clothing are sold to the general public and the proceeds support our services and programs. Store operating hours are Monday - Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday noon - 5pm. Volunteers can select a two hour shift during operating hours. New volunteers required to complete the onboarding process below:

Fill out our Volunteer Application:

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Volunteer tasks:

Help us grow, build, and maintain McKinney’s green spaces! 

The McKinney Parks Foundation is a volunteer-driven nonprofit dedicated to improving park spaces, maintaining trails, planting trees and wildflowers, and enhancing public access to nature. We are also launching the East McKinney Learning Garden, where volunteers will help educate the community and address food insecurity through sustainable gardening.

How You Can Help: Visit our Amazon Wishlist to donate tools that directly support these efforts! Your organization's name or family name can be labeled on the donated tool. After purchasing, please email us at mckinneyparksfoundation@gmail.com so we can add your name to the handle.

Why Do We Need These Tools?

Want to Get Involved? Check out our event schedule on our website and join us in making a lasting impact!

Important Notes:

Thank you for supporting McKinney’s trails, parks, and community gardens!

The McKinney Parks Foundation is growing, and we need strong, motivated individuals who care about the environment and public access to nature! We host monthly Saturday trail workdays (8–11 AM) where volunteers tackle projects like trail maintenance, habitat restoration, and park improvements. Volunteers can earn service hours for their group or project—and we need leaders to help make it happen!

We’re looking for dedicated volunteers ready to step up as Trail Crew Leads and Learning Garden Docents. If you want to do more than just show up—if you want to guide, teach, and make an impact—this is your chance.

Must be 18+ and ready to contribute. No prior experience needed—just a willingness to learn and lead!

➡️ Ready to step up? Reach out to us today and let us know where you are looking to lead the way!

Contact: Rick Moreno, President, mckinneyparksfoundation@gmail.com

Our purpose goes far beyond providing medical care. We are called to walk alongside our patients in their journeys, offering not only support but the gift of meaningful connection. As Patient Advocates, we aim to build deep relational equity, seeing each individual as a valued soul through the compassionate eyes of Christ.

Our role is to bring the light of the Gospel into every interaction—through kind words, thoughtful actions, and unwavering love. We seek to be attentive to the Holy Spirit, listening for His guidance on how to best minister to the unique needs of every person we encounter.

This isn’t just a task—it’s a profound opportunity to make an eternal impact, to be the hands and feet of Jesus in the lives of those who need it most. Together, we shine His light in places of darkness, offering hope, healing, and dignity to every soul we serve.

To apply, go to https://commongoodmedical.org

Have questions?  Please contact monica@commongoodmedical.org

Texas has the highest number of uninsured persons in the United States.

The uninsured are up to four times less likely to have a consistent source of health care as those with insurance. Without a medical home, the uninsured often receive health care in the emergency room, the most expensive and least efficient setting possible for primary care.

In McKinney, over 18,000 residents are uninsured and over 12,000 live in poverty. This leaves many without affordable access to health care.

CommonGood Medical is a primary care medical clinic for low-income, uninsured residents of Collin County.

CommonGood Medical also provides primary care, acute care, pediatrics, women's health, optometry, dermatology, cardiology, pulmonology, counseling, physical therapy, occupational therapy, prescription assistance, specialist referrals, spiritual care, and community resource referrals. CommonGood Medical does not charge a fee for its services. 

Hope's Door provides counseling services to victims of domestic violence.  Volunteers are needed Monday - Friday between the hours of 9am-5pm to assist with all aspects of the outreach services, including but not limited to those listed below. Volunteers can sign up for any two hour time period during normal business hours. New volunteers must complete the new volunteer process below.

Fill out our Volunteer Application:

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Volunteer Tasks

Volunteer Opportunity: Nonprofit Grant Writer for Leia's Kids

About Leia’s Kids: Leia’s Kids is dedicated to improving the lives of children battling cancer and supporting their families through emotional, financial, and community-driven resources. We are expanding our programs and need your expertise to help us secure essential funding to continue our mission.

Position Overview: We are seeking a skilled volunteer Grant Writer to help Leia's Kids identify and apply for grants to support our growing initiatives, including pediatric cancer care, family support services, and mental health programs for teens. Your work will play a crucial role in ensuring the sustainability and growth of our programs.

Interested? If you are a motivated, experienced grant writer who wants to make an impact, please contact Leia at Leia@leiaskids.org.

Thank you for considering being part of the Leia’s Kids family!

Join Our Committee for the First Annual “Hope in the Kingdom” Royal Ball!

Leia’s Kids is seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to help us plan our First Annual “Hope in the Kingdom – A Royal Ball” in McKinney, Texas, taking place in September 2025. This elegant, community-focused event will raise funds and awareness for pediatric cancer care, family support, and mental health services for teens.

We are looking for volunteers to serve on our planning committee to assist with various aspects of the event, both virtually and in person. Whether you have expertise in event planning, fundraising, marketing, or simply a passion for supporting children and families affected by cancer, we would love for you to join us!

If you're ready to be part of something special, please contact Leia at leia@leiaskids.org

Together, we can make Hope in the Kingdom – A Royal Ball a night to remember!

Join us in making a real difference in the lives of our homeless neighbors by helping them overcome barriers and rebuild their lives. As a Case Aide, you'll play a crucial role in removing barriers and facilitating access to housing support programs for those in need.

Working closely with our dedicated case managers, your main tasks will involve engaging with clients, gathering essential information, and assisting in their enrollment process into a housing support program. Don't worry if you're new to this - comprehensive training will be provided to ensure you're equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to make a real difference.

To ensure we provide consistent support and maintain efficient service, we ask that case aides come at least 2 days a week and spend at least 3.5 hours per day. We are open to clients 10 am - 4 pm, Monday through Friday , except for national holidays and other specially designated dates which will be posted on our website.

Make a meaningful impact and join our team today!

Hope Restored Missions is committed to restoring hope to the poor, especially the homeless community, through ongoing supportive relationships that provide advocacy, guidance, and resource connections so that our less fortunate neighbors can overcome barriers and reach their full life-sustaining potential.

Do you want to make a difference in your community? Here's a great opportunity to help our homeless neighbors! Organize and assemble vital supplies like food, clothing, and hygiene products which are given out to anyone in need.

Duties include:

We're looking for volunteers who can commit to one weekly shift, ideally on the same day and time each week. HRM is open M-F from 10 am to 4 pm, except for national holidays and other specially designated dates which will be posted on our website.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and be a beacon of hope for those in need, we'd love to have you join our team!

Hope Restored Missions is committed to restoring hope to the poor, especially the homeless community, through ongoing supportive relationships that provide advocacy, guidance, and resource connections so that our less fortunate neighbors can overcome barriers and reach their full life-sustaining potential.

In Mckinney an estimated 250-500 persons are experiencing homelessness. In Collin County:

19% are under 18 yrs old

14% are over 55 yrs old

Youth Homelessness increased 18%

Family Homelessness increased 15%

According to the McKinney-Vento Act, living in a car, hotel, motel, camping ground, or any place outside or not meant for human habitation is considered homelessness. *Collin County stats from Housing Forward’s 2023 Point in Time (PIT) Count

Follow Emmanuel Labor's Facebook Page to stay up to date on when it's open. https://www.facebook.com/Team.Emmanuel.Labor 

OPENING of MEOWS will be announced by 1PM on the day of each potential opening via GroupMe and Facebook.

The MEOWS hotline (214-945-4637) will be updated by 2PM.  

To VOLUNTEER: please review the "Available Service Opportunities" slots below and click on the "Sign Up" button. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0444acab2ea4f49-volunteer?useFullSite=true#/

This same sign up Genius will be updated when the shelter is open for shifts and needs. 

In Mckinney an estimated 250-500 persons are experiencing homelessness. In Collin County:

19% are under 18 yrs old

14% are over 55 yrs old

Youth Homelessness increased 18%

Family Homelessness increased 15%

According to the McKinney-Vento Act, living in a car, hotel, motel, camping ground, or any place outside or not meant for human habitation is considered homelessness. *Collin County stats from Housing Forward’s 2023 Point in Time (PIT) Count

Follow Emmanuel Labor's Facebook Page to stay up to date on when it's open. https://www.facebook.com/Team.Emmanuel.Labor 

OPENING of MEOWS will be announced by 1PM on the day of each potential opening via GroupMe and Facebook.

The MEOWS hotline (214-945-4637) will be updated by 2PM.  

To VOLUNTEER: please review the "Available Service Opportunities" slots below and click on the "Sign Up" button. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0444acab2ea4f49-volunteer?useFullSite=true#/

This same sign up Genius will be updated when the shelter is open for shifts and needs. 

Share your special talent for cutting and styling hair at Ronald McDonald House Dallas! 

Our Families don't always know where to go to get a great haircut nearby or don't have the time to travel to a salon in between visits to the hospital. We have a wonderful 2-seat Salon on our premises, including a nice sink to wash hair in.   You can choose your own schedule, but the greatest number of clients will be evenings or weekends.  

This service is greatly needed.

Work with our neighbors who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of becoming homeless. Help clients develop personal action plans so that they are equipped to become self-sustaining and securely housed, and by so doing, to restore hope.

Key Responsibilities:

Flexible Options: Can be done virtually by phone or in person at HRM office. For the sake of continuity and to serve clients in timely fashion, we ask that case managers serve at least 3.5 hours per shift and at least 2 days per week.

Training Provided: No prior experience necessary! We offer comprehensive training to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in this role.

Hope Restored Missions is committed to restoring hope to the poor, especially the homeless community, through ongoing supportive relationships that provide advocacy, guidance, and resource connections so that our less fortunate neighbors can overcome barriers and reach their full life-sustaining potential.

As our Social Media Administrator, you will play a pivotal role in amplifying WOPU’s mission and services. By creating and managing engaging content, you’ll help spread our message, foster community engagement, and inspire women to join our mission of empowerment, education, and motivation.

As our Social Media Administrator, you will play a pivotal role in amplifying WOPU’s mission and services. By creating and managing engaging content, you’ll help spread our message, foster community engagement, and inspire women to join our mission of empowerment, education, and motivation.

At ManeGait Therapeutic Horsemanship, children and adults with disabilities move beyond their boundaries through the healing power of the horse and the dedication of a professional, caring community.

**We are looking for volunteers to help in our therapeutic riding classes. At this time we have a significant need for several Horse Leaders which requires horse experience and our specific Horse Leader training. If you have passion but do not have horse experience, do not worry!  Experience is not necessary for the role of Side Walker who walk next to riders to help them ride the horse. We also have required training for Side Walkers. All ManeGait volunteers must be at least 14 years old. 

Complete our volunteer application here!  If you have any specific questions, please email Jennifer Scott, ManeGait Volunteer Coordinator at jscott@manegait.org. 

Support Our Shelter Pets—Shop Our Amazon Wishlist!
Caring for shelter animals requires more than love—it takes supplies! From leashes and nutritious food to toys and enrichment items, these essentials help make every pet’s stay at Collin County Animal Services more comfortable while they wait for their forever homes.

You can make a direct impact by purchasing items from our Amazon wishlist. Each item you donate helps us provide the highest quality care to our furry friends and stretches our resources further. Plus, it’s quick, easy, and shipped directly to our shelter!

Your support means the world to our pets. Click here to browse our wishlist and brighten a shelter pet’s day!

Help Us Save Lives—Support Our Spay/Neuter Fund!
Every year, countless animals find themselves in shelters, many due to overpopulation. By contributing to our spay/neuter fund, you’re not just supporting Collin County Animal Services—you’re helping to reduce the number of homeless pets in our community and giving every animal a better chance at a healthy, happy life.

Your donation makes it possible for us to provide essential spay and neuter surgeries, ensuring that more animals can be adopted into loving homes. Even a small gift can make a huge difference: fewer litters mean fewer animals in shelters and more resources to care for those in need.

Together, we can create a brighter future for our furry friends.

Click here to donate and make a lasting impact today!

Join Our Volunteer Team and Make a Difference!
Are you passionate about helping animals and making a positive impact in our community? Our volunteer program at Collin County Animal Services is the perfect opportunity to lend a paw!

Volunteers play a vital role in enriching the lives of our shelter pets and supporting their journey to forever homes. Whether you’re walking dogs under the shade of our shelter trees, socializing cats and kittens to prepare them for adoption, or assisting potential adopters with counseling, every task makes a difference.

To join our team, volunteers must be at least 16 years old. The process is simple: complete an application, attend an orientation session, sign a waiver, and participate in one-on-one training. From there, you'll be ready to jump into rewarding and meaningful work with our furry friends!

Ready to get started? Click here to apply online today!

Gently-used clothes, furniture, and household donations are taken to our INN Style Resale Store, located at 103 E. University Drive in McKinney. These donations directly benefit our clients as they are given vouchers to shop at the store for free. INN Style Resale Store also generates financial resources which help us meet the specific and ongoing needs of our residents.

Maintaining a successful resale store requires an abundance of manpower.....and we need your help! We're looking for volunteers aged 14 and up (under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian) who are willing to donate 3 or more hours of their time to help keep our resale store running smoothly. Volunteers are needed 9 am-5 pm, Tuesday through Saturday throughout the year. Volunteer duties could include any of the following: accepting and sorting donations, hanging clothes, arranging donations on the sales floor, sweeping and dusting, assisting customers as needed, organizing clothes and other donations, or setting up displays/merchandising. 

Please note: this position will require you to be on your feet throughout your shift. If you have limitations or a preference for duties, please let us know and we will assign you to the right area. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes.

Volunteer application and background check required. 

We are a comprehensive homeless program that helps willing people gain dignity and independence.

On any given day, at least 44 volunteers are needed to adequately staff essential positions at the Inn. In one week, that equates to a need for 308 volunteers; in one month, 1,232 volunteers.

We are incredibly thankful for every single volunteer and every single group that uses their time, talent, and passion to serve here.