What gives?

Small ways that you can make a big difference for nonprofits

Make a new friend

A senior-living facility right in our own neighborhood, The Legacy at Preston Hollow, always accepts friendly volunteers to put a smile on residents’ faces. To find out how to lend a hand, contact Cheryl Weitz at 214.239.5735 or email cweitz@thelegacyph.org.

Read to children

Libraries are the perfect escape from the brutal Texas summer heat, and there’s plenty you can do to help out in our Preston Royal branch. Dallas Public Library librarians need extra help, especially during events such as the Mayor’s Summer Reading Program. For details on to get involved, contact the Preston Royal branch at 214.670.7128.

Clean out the garage

Time is precious, and for those with busy schedules that make it hard to volunteer, donations are an excellent way to get into the spirit. Interfaith Housing Coalition provides transitional housing for working poor families, and several churches in Preston Hollow support the organization. They’re always looking for furniture and household items to provide comfortable housing for the families they support. For more information and to schedule a pickup on either the second or fourth Thursday of each month, visit ihcdallas.org.

Work retail

Located on the southeast corner of the Park Forest Shopping Center, The Family Place Resale Shop could use help sorting items, working the registers and more. Volunteers are required to attend an orientation, interview and receive a background check. Interested? Contact the volunteer manager at 214.443.7714 or volunteer@familyplace.org.

KNOW OF WAYS that neighbors can spend time, attend an event, or purchase or donate something to benefit a neighborhood nonprofit? Email your suggestion to launch@advocatemag.com.