Andy Chidalek, aka “Mr. Andy,” has made Heart House a priority since he began volunteering in January of this year.

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Volunteers are the key to ongoing well-being of Heart House.  Without this invaluable resource, we would be forced to engage large numbers of paid staff.

There are, of course, considerable potential benefits to the volunteer. Volunteering can be one of the most rewarding experiences ever. Getting involved in community life demonstrates responsible citizenship and combined with the efforts of many others, makes our community a better place to live.

Austin Volunteer Opportunities - a list of our current volunteer needs

Fill out an online application for Austin today!

Volunteer orientations for Heart House Austin take place at Heart House at Vintage Creek. Once our volunteer coordinator receives your online application, she will call you to arrange a personal orientation of Heart House. 

Upcoming orientations at Heart House are:

May 21st 6:00-7:00 PM
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May 24th 12:00-1:00 PM
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June 4th 12:30-1:30 PM
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June 18th 6:00-7:00 PM
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June 20th 12:30-1:30 PM
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June 27th 6:00-7:00 PM
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June 29th 12:30-1:30 PM
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*** Individual orientations can be scheduled as needed***

For more information on volunteering at Heart House Austin, contact our Volunteer Coordinator, 512-929-8187.

Benefits of Volunteering:

• Volunteering gives you a chance to share your knowledge and expertise with others.

• Whether you are learning new skills or developing skills you already have, volunteering provides the opportunity for you to gain confidence and self-esteem.

• It allows you to get involved in your community and to make an impact on the lives of those in need. Volunteering will give you the chance to learn more about the community, society and environment in which you live.

• It allows you to explore career options. If you aren't completely sure that a certain occupation is the one for you, volunteering gives you a chance to learn more about it before you make a commitment. Like informational interviewing or job shadowing, volunteering provides you with a chance to research the career alternatives open to you.

• It is a great way to develop new skills. For some jobs, formal education or training may not be required but employers will want you to possess certain skills. Volunteering is a way to develop skills that you can transfer to the occupation of your choice.

• It is a way to gain valuable career-related experience. Some occupations will require you to possess a certain certificate or degree. But employers will also want you to have experience. So even if you have the skills and education you need, volunteering can offer you the chance to apply these skills in a "real-world" environment and provide the practical experience many employers look for.

• You can meet new people. This is good in its own right, and it also allows you to establish some important networking contacts you might use to find a paying job or as references.

• Volunteer positions can often involve a large degree of responsibility, if that is what you are looking for. This will allow you to exercise leadership, develop problem-solving skills and be creative.

• It provides the opportunity to develop new skills and pursue new interests. You can never have too many skills. Developing new skills and learning new things are valuable in their own right, and not just a way to further your career.