Volunteering in support of local charities is a great way to meet new people and get involved. These organizations provide meaningful opportunities for volunteers and donors to support causes they care about in ways that fit their schedules and interests. 

Unbound Now 

East Fort Bend Human Needs Ministry

With a mission is to address the basic human needs of families in temporary financial crisis in East Fort Bend County, the EFBHNM works tirelessly around the year to draw attention and funding to their goals. Organizing the OutRUN Hunger 5K in Harvest Green each fall, running a popular Painted Bowls annual event and online auction and ongoing food drives... You can choose any number of ways to get involved with their good work by volunteering at their resale shop, shopping or donating!

435 Stafford Run, Stafford 77477

281-261-1006

Meals on Wheels

Fort Bend Seniors Meals on Wheels serves all senior citizens age 60 and over living in Fort Bend and Waller counties. For all active seniors, we provide hot meals and daily recreation activities at 12 congregate center locations throughout both counties. Many ways to volunteer, donate and get involved!

1330 Band Rd., Rosenberg

281-633-7049

Lunches of Love

The mission is to help end childhood hunger in Fort Bend County by providing a free nutritious sack lunch during extended school holidays and weekends. LoL serves nutritious lunches Monday-Friday during extended school holidays. Children who rely on free or reduced lunch during the school year go home to little or no meals on weekends. LoL Weekend Edition program works to fill that gap in our community. Contact LoL for many volunteer opportunities and ways to support the mission.

1416 Radio Lane, Rosenberg 77471

832-586-6995 www.lunchesoflove.net

Reining Strength Therapeutic Horsemanship 

The mission is by partnering with horses, they help people realize their individual potential through customized equine assisted activities and therapies. They offer therapeutic horsemanship programs for people of all ages – children and adults – who have physical, cognitive, social, or emotional needs.

7126 FM 359 Rd., Richmond 77406

832-451-6874

Mercy Goods Co 

In the heart of Richmond at 501 Morton Street you'll find a hub of creative activity at the brick-and-mortar home of Mercy Goods Co. The mission behind this organization is to create equitable employment, job-training and mentorship opportunities for at-risk youth in Fort Bend County. Mercy Goods Co does this by designing and building custom furniture and other home goods.

Mercy Goods provides students with spaces and opportunities for workforce development which helps develop skills essential for their future. Through hands-on work, they aim to cultivate problem-solving abilities and attention to detail in their students. Mercy Goods encourages workers to take pride in their accomplishments, which builds confidence. Mercy Goods emphasizes real-world applications by involving students in the entire process when they receive a custom furniture order.

Teen Mom Nights are held bi-monthly. These events aim to engage, empower, and assist young parents on their path to financial independence by fostering skill development and creating opportunities for future employment. During the events, participants learn to craft marketable products like jewelry or candles and receive a kit to continue making these items at home. They can then sell their creations at the Mercy Goods storefront. Collaboration with the LCISD Activities Supporting Adolescent Parenting (ASAP) Program, generous donors, local small-business owners, and volunteers allows these events to take place regularly.

Visit in person at the retail space: 501 Morton St., Richmond 77469 or check them out online at www.MercyGoods.co where you can shop, support or book a private Candle Making workshop.

Fort Bend Jr Service League 

Established in 2001, the Fort Bend Junior Service League has touched thousands of lives throughout our county and raised over $5.4 million dollars for grants awarded to more than 60 Fort Bend County agencies. Ladies looking to make friends and connect here in Fort Bend, look no further! The FBJSL is committed to promoting volunteerism, to developing the potential of women and to improving the Fort Bend County community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. The League’s purpose is exclusively educational and charitable while providing an atmosphere of friendliness, goodwill and camaraderie for all members. League meetings are held monthly, and include presentations from a wide variety of local organizations that the league supports. Membership is available on a few levels with varied degrees of involvement. Memberships include New member/Provisional for ages 21+, Teen League membership, and Sustainer level membership for ages 50+.

To learn more about the FBJSL or read about the timing for membership applications, League events and programs, please visit: www.fbjsl.org.