Friday, Aug. 15, 2008

Volunteer Opportunities

The following is a partial list of social clubs and nonprofit organizations in the Colleyville, Grapevine and Southlake area. Many of these organizations suspend meetings during the summer, but continue other activities. Check Web sites or call for more information.

ALTRUSA DFW: Community Service Organization that meets the second Tuesday evening of the month at Timarron Country Club from 6:30 to 9 p.m. For membership details, see www.AltrusaDFW.com.

APEX ARTS LEAGUE: A nonprofit organization dedicated to actively advancing art, artists and art education while promoting the concept of a regional arts center. For details, see www.apexartsleague.org.

CALL A RIDE SOUTHLAKE, or CARS, is a volunteer-led service providing seniors and people with disabilities the means to keep their independence by offering free, nonemergency transportation for medical and personal errands. For details about volunteering, call 817-798-4022.

CARROLL EDUCATION FOUNDATION: An organization whose mission is to enhance and enrich the educational learning experience within the Carroll School District. For details, see www.southlakecef.org.

CLEANING FOR A REASON FOUNDATION: A nonprofit organization offering free professional housecleaning services to improve the lives of those undergoing treatment for cancer. To volunteer time or donate, see www.cleaningforareason.org.

COLLEYVILLE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: To promote the economic, civic and cultural well-being of the Colleyville area. Board meetings are on the fourth Wednesday of every month at 11:30 a.m. at Dallas Baptist University, 5611 Colleyville Blvd., Colleyville. For details, see www.colleyvillechamber.org or call 817-488-7148.

COLLEYVILLE GARDEN CLUB: To aid in the protection and conservation of natural resources, to promote civic beautification and encourage the improvement of roadsides and parks. Meetings are from September to April on the first Wednesday of the month at 9:30 a.m. at the Colleyville Center, 5301 Riverwalk Drive. For details, see colleyvillegarden.tripod.com.

COLLEYVILLE LIONS CLUB: To create and foster a spirit of understanding among all people for humanitarian needs by providing voluntary services through community involvement and international cooperation. For details, see www.colleyvillelions.com.

DIGGING FOR DRAGONS FOUNDATION: An organization whose mission is to raise and distribute funds to promote programs or services that will ensure all CISD students attain a world class education. For details, see www.diggingfordragons.com.

DRAGON CLASSIC: An organization whose goal is to raise funds needed for continued excellence in both academics and athletics. For details or to make a donation see www.dragonclassic.org.

GRAPEVINE-COLLEYVILLE-SOUTHLAKE MOM’S LEAGUE, or GCSML: Bringing together moms and children in the areas for more than 10 years. Meets the first Friday of each month from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and childcare is available. See www.gcsmomsleague.org.

GRAPEVINE-COLLEYVILLE EDUCATION FOUNDATION: To generate and distribute resources to the Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District for programs and projects that enhance the education and opportunities for students. For details, see www.gcisd-k12.org/foundation or call 817-251-5480.

GRAPEVINE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: To promote business and community growth while enhancing and maintaining the quality of life. Meetings are on the second Thursday of the month at 11:30 a.m. in the Community Room at Stacy’s Furniture, 1900 South Main St. For details, see www.grapevinechamber.org.

GRAPEVINE GARDEN CLUB: A civic organization of men and women who enjoy gardening, sharing plants and having fun. Monthly meeting are on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 9:30 a.m. in the Community Room at Stacy’s Furniture, 1900 South Main St. For details, see www.grapevinegardenclub.com.

GRAPEVINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY: a social and civic organization that works to promote the appreciation of history and the natural and social sciences; to preserve the history of the Grapevine area, and to create and maintain a permanent educational Museum and allied projects. Meetings are on the fourth Monday of every Month at 7 p.m. at the Grapevine Public Library. For details, see www.grapevinehistory.org or call 817-329-4776.

GRAPEVINE LIONS CLUB: Meetings every Thursday at noon at the Bessie Mitchell Meeting Facility, 411 S. Ball. See www.grapevinetx.lionwap.org for details.

GRAPEVINE HERITAGE LIONS CLUB: Meetings are the first and third Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Room at Stacy’s Furniture, 1900 South Main St., Grapevine. See www.grapevineheritagetx.lionwap.org.

GRAPEVINE RELIEF & COMMUNITY EXCHANGE, or GRACE: A nonprofit relief agency serving Colleyville, Grapevine and Southlake. To volunteer or for details, see www.gracegrapevine.org.

GREATER SOUTHLAKE CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CONNECTION: Meets the third Thursday of the month for a buffet luncheon at Timarron Country Club at 11:15 a.m. Local featured speakers approved by Stonencroft Ministries sponsor. For reservations, e-mail southlakeCWC@yahoo.com or call 817- 975-2446.

GREATER SOUTHLAKE WOMEN’S SOCIETY: A nonprofit service organization open to women who desire to be active in the community and support philanthropic causes. The group promotes education and the arts, encourages civic involvement, and strives to preserve natural resources. Meets the first Wednesday of each month from September thorough May at 11 a.m. for lunch at Timarron Country Club. For details, e-mail Stacy Winsett at winsettmania@yahoo.com or see www.southlake-gsws.org.

KEEP SOUTHLAKE BEAUTIFUL: A nonprofit volunteer organization whose purpose is charitable and educational. KSB is looking for families, businesses, organizations and clubs to Adopt-a-Street. For details, call 817- 748-8311.

KIWANIS CLUB OF SOUTHLAKE: Meets at Timarron Country Club the first and third Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. For details, see www.kiwanis.org.

METROPORT MEALS ON WHEELS, or MMOW: Provides volunteer advocacy for the elderly and those in need through home delivered meals, senior center lunches and activity programs and other support services. To volunteer or for details on the organization, see www.metroportmow.org.

METROPORT ROTARY CLUB: Rotary is a worldwide organization of business and professional leaders that provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world. Meets at 7 a.m. Friday mornings at the Solana Marriott Hotel. For details, contact Milan Georgia at 817-239-1047 or see www.metroport.org.

MID-CITIES SUPPORTERS OF SAFEHAVEN: A nonprofit organization in support of The Women’s Shelter with a mission to educate victims and increase community awareness of domestic violence and to provide volunteer and financial support. For details, see www.mid-citiesssos.org.

NATIONAL CHARITY LEAGUE SOUTHLAKE CHAPTER: Founded in 1925, National Charity League, or NCL, initiates and promotes charitable endeavors as well as fosters the mother-daughter relationship. For details, e-mail Colleen at colleen@monroe-monroe.com.

PERENNIAL GARDEN SOCIETY: A Southlake organization utilizing guest speakers for information on a variety of gardening topics with primary emphasis on native and adapted perennials. Meetings are September through May [excluding January] the second Thursday of the month at The Lodge, Bicentennial Park. Meetings begin at 10 a.m. with coffee at 9:30. For details, call 817- 442-8720 or 817-689-2658.

PRO PLAYERS FOUNDATION: A nonprofit corporation whose mission is to improve the lives of disadvantaged children and aid the victims of catastrophic injury or illness. For details, contact Erin Shoupp at shoupp@msn.com or 817-371-0949.

SOUTHLAKE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: The chamber supports the business community and advocates for its members by creating a strong local economy, promoting the community and providing networking opportunities. For details, see www.southlakechamber.com.

SOUTHLAKE COMMUNITY BAND: A volunteer group composed of more than 75 adult amateur musicians. The band plays for numerous community events each year in Southlake and surrounding cities. New members are always welcome, and auditions are not required. Rehearsals are every Monday evening at 7 p.m. at Dawson Middle School, 400 S. Kimball Ave. For details, call 817-481-3350 or see www.southlakeband.com.

SOUTHLAKE EVENING TOASTMASTERS: Meets Monday evenings at 6:30 p.m. at the Southlake Public Library. Visitors are always welcome.

SOUTHLAKE HISTORICAL SOCIETY: A civic group that aims to preserve Southlake’s history? Meetings are once monthly on the second Monday. Call 817-748-3111 for details.

SOUTHLAKE LIONS CLUB: A club dedicated to serving others and making the world a better place. Meets the first and third Fridays each month at 7 a.m. for breakfast at the Marriott Solana. Guests welcome. For details, contact Marilyn at 817-749-4367, marilyn@pieterandries.com, or see www.southlakelions.org.

SOUTHLAKE MOMS CLUB: Moms Offering Moms Support Club, second Mondays of each month, 10 a.m., Southlake Boulevard Presbyterian Church, 1452 W. Southlake Blvd. For more information, contact southlakemomsclub@yahoo.com or 817-442-8983.SOUTHLAKE NOON ROTARY: Meets every Tuesday for lunch at Paradise Cove, 3209 Midway Road, Southlake. For details, call 817-329-1668.