For those looking to help out in the Bay Area, here are several local nonprofit groups that offer volunteer opportunities and accept donations.<\/p>\n
This list is not comprehensive.<\/p>\n
Exploration Green Conservancy<\/p>\n
The conservancy is a 200-acre project that provides stormwater management, wildlife habitat, community recreation and educational opportunities to the Clear Lake Area.<\/p>\n
Sample activities: planting and maintaining trees and wetland plants, educational programs, outreach programs, eventsDonations accepted: monetary donations, in-kind donations of materials or services16315 Diana Lane, Houstonwww.explorationgreen.org<\/a><\/p>\n League City Animal Care<\/p>\n The shelter is one of Galveston County\u2019s no-kill municipal shelters and offers services such as stray intakes, medical care, welfare checks and injured wildlife calls.<\/p>\n Sample activities: dog walking, cat socialization, general shelter assistanceDonations accepted: monetary donations, pet supplies, puppy food, cat bowls, cat litter, paper towels, Dawn dish soap755 W. Walker St., League Citywww.leaguecitytx.gov\/4420\/Animal-Care-Adoption-Center<\/a><\/p>\n Armand Bayou Nature Center <\/p>\n The nature center maintains one of the largest urban wilderness preserves in the country and connects individuals with their local ecosystem.<\/p>\n Sample activities: helping maintain and care for the grounds, carrying out stewardship projects, educating visitors, supporting staff with operationsDonations accepted: monetary donations8500 Bay Area Blvd., Pasadenawww.abnc.org<\/a><\/p>\n Anchor Point<\/p>\n The nonprofit organization educates and empowers parents through housing programs, educational trainings and resources related to women\u2019s health.<\/p>\n Sample activities: helping with tasks at the medical clinic, social media, special events, life skills classes, donation intakeDonations accepted: monetary donations, gender neutral bibs, baby onesies, blankets, towels, new car seats103 Davis Road, Ste. B, League Citywww.anchorpoint.us<\/a><\/p>\n Clear Lake Food Pantry<\/p>\n The food pantry collects donations and provides assistance to individuals and families in need.<\/p>\n Sample activities: organize donated items, distribute itemsDonations accepted: monetary donations, food items15700 Space Center Blvd., Houstonwww.clearlakefoodpantry.org<\/a><\/p>\n United Way Greater Houston<\/p>\n The nonprofit connects individuals with financial stability services, early childhood and youth development programs and health care programs.<\/p>\n