Volunteer opportunities across Lake Travis and West Austin

As Thanksgiving approaches, many neighbors look for simple ways to support the community. The Lake Travis and West Austin area has a wide range of places that welcome extra hands during the holiday season. From helping care for animals to supporting local families, students, parks, and food programs, these groups offer meaningful opportunities for anyone who wants to give back.

RED Arena in Dripping Springs supports children and adults with disabilities through equine therapy. Volunteers help care for horses, clean the barn, assist during adaptive riding lessons, and work in the gift shop. The group accepts monetary donations along with gift cards and auction items from January through March.
Address: 2435 W. Fitzhugh Road, Dripping Springs
Website: redarena.org

The Eanes Education Foundation raises funds for educator positions not fully supported by the state. Volunteer roles include campus representatives, event support, sponsor liaisons, auction help, social media assistance, and general office work.
Address: 1101 S. Capital of Texas Hwy., Bldg. H, Ste. 200, Austin
Website: eaneseducationfoundation.org

The Lake Travis Education Foundation provides classroom grants, staff funding, student programs, and senior scholarships. Volunteers help with tasks such as race support for the Turkey Trot, event check in, loading event materials, preparing teacher gifts, and writing thank you notes.
Address: 607 N. RM 620, Austin
Website: lteducationfoundation.org

The Lake Travis Youth Association offers youth sports programs for kindergarten through sixth grade. Volunteers can coach, manage teams, serve on boards, or help at special events. The group accepts monetary gifts, donated items or services, and sponsorships.
Address: 2101 Lakeway Blvd., Ste. 115, Lakeway
Website: ltya.org

Austin Parks Foundation organizes volunteer days that focus on mulching, litter cleanup, and invasive plant removal throughout city parks and green spaces.
Address: 1023 Springdale Road, Austin
Website: austinparks.org

Hill Country Conservancy leads monthly cleanup events on the Violet Crown Trail to support ongoing conservation efforts in the region.
Address: 1301 S. MoPac, Ste. LL25, Austin
Website: hillcountryconservancy.org

The Lake Travis Trail Coalition maintains and expands multiuse trails used by hikers, runners, and cyclists. Volunteers may clear brush, cut back branches, or help build new trail sections.
Website: laketravistrails.org

Lakeway Friends of the Parks holds volunteer workdays from September through May. Projects include trail work, gardening, and other maintenance activities.
Website: lakewayfop.org

CASA of Travis County trains volunteers to advocate for children who have experienced abuse or neglect. Volunteers are assigned to a child and family through the court system.
Address: 8303 N. MoPac, Ste. A100, Austin
Website: casatravis.org

Central Texas Food Bank provides hunger relief across a 21 county region. Volunteers sort donations, prepare after school meals, harvest produce, and help with mobile pantry distributions.
Address: 6500 Metropolis Drive, Austin
Website: centraltexasfoodbank.org

Ladies of Charity operates the Lake Travis Thrift Shop, where volunteers sort donations, price items, and assist shoppers. The shop accepts gently used clothing, toys, books, housewares, electronics, and small appliances.
Address: 440 Medical Parkway, Lakeway
Website: laketravistriftshop.com

Mobile Loaves and Fishes serves people experiencing homelessness with food, clothing, hygiene products, housing support, and community programs. Volunteers can help with art activities, gardening, food distribution, and home preparation.
Address: 9301 Hog Eye Road, Ste. 950, Austin
Website: mlf.org

Partners in Hope Texas supports isolated neighbors in Lake Travis, Spicewood, and Cedar Park. Volunteers assist with community workdays, meal deliveries, and fellowship gatherings.
Website: pihtx.org

These groups keep the region’s spirit of service going strong, one volunteer at a time.