Below are ways parents and kids can give back to our community. Click the Non-Profit Spotlight to read about our featured non-profit and see their wish list.
ArlingtonParent.com believes strongly in families giving back to their community by volunteering their time and making donations. Families can make a difference in their community without it necessarily being a big time commitment or expense.
Set an example for your children by demonstrating different ways to give, through donating toys and clothes or by helping serve meals during the holidays. You will be teaching your children empathy and compassion.Below are ways parents and kids can give back to our community.
You may not be able to help the whole world, but you can make a difference in your own community. --Elizabeth P. Carter
They need friendly, caring individuals to help out as volunteers for patients and their families. You can help in many ways,but mainly you will be serving as a friend. More information contact Bekki
• Phone: 817-735-8741 •
Gorbella's
I am President of a nonprofit organization called Gorbella's. Gorbella's mission is to open a community coffeehouse with indoor play areas appropriate for babies and toddlers. The organization is made up of Arlington and Mansfield-area parents. We all have one goal in mind = more child-friendly and family-friendly places! We are seeking board members and volunteers for our upcoming fundraisers. Please contact me if you're interested. I also have a website I can send you the link. We'd love to meet you at our next meeting!
They need volunteers from 9 am to 5pm weekdays. This is a nonprofit Christian food pantry located in Mansfield. Please call for more information.
• Phone: 817-453-3663 •
Mansfield Nursing Center
They are looking for volunteers to help with various activities. They need help with visiting bed-bound residents, sing and play instruments, lead group activities, play cards, and exercise and the garden club. There are multiple time slots to choose from, even if it is only for an hour a month. Many have no family and would love the company. More Information Laurie Gagne at 817-477-2176
• Phone: 817-477-2176 •
Pecan Manor Nursing Home
This is located in Kennedale. If you have some extra time through out the week or the month. Take time to visit residents one on one or even lead group activities. Contact Becky Garrett at 817-561-4495
• Phone: 817-561-4495 •
River Legacy Living Science Center
River Legacy Living Science Center is located on the edge of River Legacy Parks and houses an exhibit hall, aquariums and terrariums, and River Legacy Foundation's multi-faceted environmental education programs for children and adults. Volunteers are needed to help with special events, summer programming, animal care, and front desk help. To volunteer or to learn more about volunteering at River Legacy, call Alma Pohler, Volunteer Coordinator, at 817-860-6752. • Phone: 817-860-6752 • Address: 703 NW Green Oaks Blvd. • email • website •
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