As we close out 2025 and pause to reflect, we are reminded, as we are every year, how fortunate we are to have our beloved winter holidays bookmarked by Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve. On Thanksgiving, we are encouraged to gather with loved ones to express shared gratitude — hugs in exchange for hands lent, heaps of mashed potatoes in return for hearts held with care throughout the year. Then, on New Year’s Eve, we are called to look ahead to our hopes, ambitions and commitments to ourselves — who do we want to be, how will we welcome blessings in the coming year?

In-between rests the season of giving, enriched by this loving reflection and invigorating future-gazing, and bolstered by the cheer and goodwill of our neighbors. As we are invited to cherish what we value most around the dinner table, our gaze falls next to considering how we can extend our hearts beyond the home in the name of holiday cheer. Whether you have time, money or care to spare, Waco’s nonprofits work tirelessly to make it simple for anyone to give back to our community. And, after a year underscored by economic uncertainty, tightening household and holiday budgets across town, loving our neighbors is more important than ever.

The following nonprofits each advertised in our May Nonprofit Issue, highlighting the unique ways they each commit to our community. Now, they are sharing the ways Wacoans can get involved in giving back. From temporarily opening your home to a furry friend to ensuring elders don’t spend the holiday alone to making sure every tree has a gift waiting on Christmas Morning, we and Waco’s nonprofits invite you to share your blessings this holiday season and beyond.

100 Club Heart of Texas

“Give back to those who give their all.”

The 100 Club Heart of Texas stands behind our local heroes. Anyone can be a member, and your donation helps provide crucial financial support to police officers, telecommunicators, emergency medical responders and volunteer and full-time firefighters in times of tragedy or critical need. Their hope is to grow their bank to one million dollars by May 31, 2026.

P.O. Box 21990
254-457-1681
100clubhot.org

→ Lifetime Memberships $10,000.
→ Founder Memberships $5,000.
→ Corporates Memberships $1,000.
→ Individual Membership $100.
→ Sponsor a First Responder $100.

Advocacy Center for Crime Victims & Children

Serving Victims of Crime for Over 49 Years

Advocacy Center for Crime Victims and Children provides services and support to survivors of child abuse, sexual assault and other violent crimes through advocacy, collaboration, prevention and therapeutic services. All services are at no cost to their clients and are available in both English and Spanish.

3312 Hillcrest Drive
254-752-9330
advocacycntr.org

→ Gift cards to H-E-B or Walmart.
→ Solid color sweatpants, sweatshirts, t-shirts, shorts and underwear for all sizes and genders.
→ New stuffed animals and individual packages of snacks and drinks (crackers, gummies, chips, Gatorade, Capri-Sun, water).
→ Monthly donations.
→ Visit the Giving Machine in Spice Village for more ways to support our mission.

American Cancer Society

End Cancer As We Know It

In the Waco area, the American Cancer Society supports those affected by cancer through education on prevention and early detection, advocacy to improve cancer-care policy and community fundraising events with proceeds retained locally to benefit patients and families in central Texas. ACS provides direct patient-support services such as a 24/7 helpline, rides to treatment through the Road to Recovery® program, free lodging near treatment via Hope Lodge® and other resources for patients and families.

325-370-7336
ashley.bost@cancer.org

→ Cattle Baron’s Ball Underwriters and Sponsors. From table sponsorships to underwriting event costs (like entertainment, food or decor), sponsors receive recognition, marketing benefits and the opportunity to be part of one of Waco’s premier philanthropic events.
→ Monetary donations, large or small, directly support the American Cancer Society’s mission. You can give in honor of someone you love, or simply because you believe in a world without cancer.
→ Live or silent auction donations. Experiences, gift cards, art, hunts, trips, etc.
→ Wine and spirits for our bars and auction baskets.
→ Volunteers for event setup, event night help and tear down.

Cameron Park Zoological & Botanical Society

Supporting Cameron Park Zoo

The Cameron Park Zoological & Botanical Society founded Waco’s beloved zoo and has helped to guide its growth for 32 years. The Society’s strong, long-standing partnership with the City of Waco allows funding for programs, exhibits and other Zoo activities.

1701 N. Fourth Street
254-750-8400
cameronparkzoo.com

→ Private donations help with conservation, animal care and enrichment. If you wish to make a cash donation visit cameronparkzoo.kindful.com or to purchase enrichment items visit wildlifetoybox.com. The animals are always in need of ice cubes and boomer balls. Please ship items to Cameron Park Zoo, 1701 North Fourth Street, Waco, Texas 76707, Attn: Mammal Keepers.
→ Berlin Flyer Sport Kid’s Wagon – Model F410.
→ Westinghouse WPX3000e Electric Pressure Washer, 3000 PSI.
→ MaxxAir HVFF 20S REDUPS Shroud Floor Fan, 20-Inch.
→ KONG Extreme Dog Toy – Treat Dispensing.
→ GATMAHE Macaw Toys natural Wooden Block Toy for Climbing, Chewing, Unraveling and Preening (Large).

Care Net Pregnancy Center of Central Texas

A Pro-Abundant Life Ministry since 1984

The vision of Care Net Pregnancy Center of Central Texas is to love so abundantly that abortion becomes unthinkable and parenting becomes a calling. For more than 41 years, Care Net has offered life-affirming, Christ-centered support to pregnant women and parents — providing no-cost pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, options counseling and essential resources. Care Net walks alongside families through the first 36 months of their child’s life, offering wrap-around classes, daily home-cooked meals, mentorship and community.

800 W. Waco Drive
254-772-8270
carenetcentraltexas.com

→ Funding for prenatal vitamins.
→ Diapers and pull-ups of all sizes.
→ Financial support for the nourishment program.
→ Newborn to 48-month toys for the Christmas toy store.
→ Financial support for rental and utility assistance.

Caritas of Waco

Beyond Hunger to Hope

Caritas of Waco provides urgent support to families, individuals and veterans in need across McLennan County. Since 1967, they’ve offered food assistance, emergency services and case-management to empower long-term stability and work toward ending hunger in the Heart of Texas.

300 S. 15th Street
254-753-4593
caritas-waco.org

→ Monetary donations.
→ Hygiene products.
→ Reusable grocery bags and totes.
→ Commercial carpet (3000-plus square feet).
→ Truck or SUV.

Catholic Schools – Diocese of Austin

Forming Children in Wisdom and Holiness

St. Mary’s Catholic School and Bishop Louis Reicher Catholic School have been educating students, pre-K–8th grade, in the Catholic faith since their doors opened in 1899 and 1954, respectively. In the classroom and halls, on the playground, in Mass and elsewhere, they are dedicated to helping students become their best possible selves.

St. Mary’s Catholic School
507 W. Spruce, West TX 76691
254-826-5991

→ Upgraded intercom system to enhance school security and communication.
→ Funding for student tuition assistance.
→ IPads and headphones for student technology use.
→ Window coverings for enhanced energy efficiency and security.
→ Upgraded phone system to enhance school communication.

Bishop Louis Reicher Catholic School
2208 N. 23rd Street
254-752-8349

→ Small 14-passenger bus.
→ Donations to our Fostering Saints Tuition Assistance program.
→ Interactive displays for our middle school.
→ 3-4 water bottle filling stations.
→ Landscaping for new playground.

Charity Champions

Empowering Charities and Transforming Lives

In 2014, TFNB Your Bank for Life launched the Charity Champions program to give back to the community. Now in their 11th season, they have recognized more than 70 nonprofits in Central Texas chosen from nominations submitted by the public.

901 S. Eighth Street
254-840-2836
charitychampions.org

→ Volunteers needed to facilitate fishing days for kids with disabilities (C.A.S.T. For Kids Foundation).
→ Funds and assistance in preparation for their new Waco location (Central Texas Food Bank).
→ Monthly donors needed as Mission Waco works to house the homeless (Creekside Community Village).
→ Funding to go toward a second local location (Family Abuse Center).
→ Enlisting volunteers to grow the number of people they can help (Friends for Life).
→ Ongoing donations required for new equipment (Fuzzy Friends Rescue).
→ Volunteers for these signature events: Beast of the Brazos, Light up the Dark and Corporate Cup (Greater Waco Sports Commission).

Christian Women’s Job Corps of McLennan County

Nurturing Women, Improving Lives

Christian Women’s Job Corps of McLennan County (CWJC) fosters spiritual, personal and professional growth to transform women’s lives. CWJC equips each woman for the next step in her journey, whether that is a GED education or a relationship with God. The 100% free services empower graduates to become confident, capable employees and engaged community members.

P.O. Box 20432
254-757-0416
cwjcwaco.org

→ $200 scholarship donations at cwcjcwaco.org/donate.
→ HP student laptops or Chromebooks.
→ New 1” binders.
→ White copy paper.
→ Large packs of bottled water.

Communities in Schools

Heart of Texas

At Communities in School of the Heart of Texas, they believe that transformative relationships are the foundation for unlocking a student’s full potential. Their school-based team works hand in hand with teachers, families and community partners to identify and address the personal and academic challenges students face, helping them overcome barriers and build brighter futures.

1001 Washington Avenue
254-753-6002
cishot.org

→ Student Scholarship Fund to invest in students’ futures. The goal of $10,000 will fund 20 scholarships.
→ Everyday essentials for our Hygiene Closet with a goal of $5,000 and donated supplies (shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, deodorant, feminine hygiene products, diapers, wipes and cleaning supplies) for students and families.
→ 100 clear backpacks.
→ $1,000 in gift cards to grocery stores, gas stations and local retailers for the Family Emergency Assistance to help meet urgent needs quickly and compassionately.
→ General monthly support to help sustain case management, resources and workforce readiness programs that empower students to stay in school and thrive.

Creative Waco

Investing in Waco’s Arts and Cultural Development

Creative Waco is the Local Arts Agency for Waco and McLennan County, dedicated to growing a vibrant and sustainable creative economy. By tying creativity directly to economic development, they help position the arts as a driver of innovation, tourism and community vitality. Through programs like the Creative Sparks membership, ARTPrenticeship and the Levitt AMP Waco Music Series, Creative Waco provides a platform for local creatives to showcase their work, connect with opportunities and help define Waco’s evolving cultural identity.

712 Austin Avenue
254-300-8677
creativewaco.org

→ Join the Creative Sparks Program and become part of a growing network of visionaries fueling Waco’s creative economy. Membership supports local artists, makers and cultural entrepreneurs shaping the city’s future.
→ Gift a Creative Spark Membership, a meaningful way to inspire others to be part of the city’s cultural growth.
→ Sponsor a local creative by funding a Creative Spark membership for an emerging artist, creative or cultural leader that could benefit from our program, strengthening Waco’s creative ecosystem.
→ Have a service, resource or experience that could enrich Waco’s cultural identity? Partner with us! Your in-kind contribution helps expand creative access and collaboration across our community.
→ Direct donations to Creative Waco to support initiatives that drive cultural development, nurture local talent and sustain the growth of our creative economy for years to come.

Dr Pepper Museum

Celebrating 34 Years

The Dr Pepper Museum educates, inspires and entertains by sharing the stories of Dr Pepper and the soft drink industry. A nonprofit organization located in downtown Waco, the Museum celebrates the history of America’s oldest major soft drink and the free-enterprise spirit that began here through exhibits, programs and hands-on experiences.

300 S. Fifth Street
254-757-1024
drpeppermuseum.com

→ Monetary donations for the 23-foot fiberglass Dr Pepper bottle, a new permanent courtyard exhibit and landmark.
→ Sponsorships for educational field trips for low-income schools.
→ Support for the AMBC Building Mary Avenue facade restoration and construction.
→ Challenge grant donations toward our $100,000 annual goal, matched by Keurig Dr Pepper.
→ Endowment gifts to sustain the Museum’s mission to educate, inspire and entertain.

Friends for Life

Empowering the Vulnerable

Friends for Life helps seniors and people with disabilities live their best lives as independently as possible. Volunteers make the holidays special for people who have no one else to remember them. Learn how you can change a life by becoming a Friend for Life.

5000 Lakewood Drive
254-772-7600
friendsforlife.org

→ Gift items to remember seniors and people with disabilities on Christmas. House shoes (with backs), sweatpants and shirts for men and women, throw blankets, body wash and cologne.
→ Fidget, sensory or motor skill toys for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
→ Financial assistance to provide mini grants to families with children with disabilities to help pay for behavior support, equine therapy, minor adaptive aides, medical costs, items that reduce sensory input for children with autism, weighted blankets, etc.
→ Gift cards for clients who have limited incomes.
→ Laptop computers.

Grassroots Community Development

Building Community Together

Discover Grassroots Community Development, celebrating 25 years where commitment to a brighter future for children, neighbors and communities drives every initiative. At Grassroots, they believe that cultivating healthy neighborhoods involves active community involvement and they prioritize building intentional and authentic relationships with neighbors, ultimately placing community members at the forefront of creating sustainable change.

1624 Colcord Avenue
254-235-7358
grassrootswaco.org

→ A new door for our old office.
→ Sponsor a meal for one of our Parent and Child Time Together events.
→ Community cork board, to display local community event flyers in our office.
→ Funding for extra marketing materials for Grassroots.
→ Gift cards for incentives at Community Tabling events.
→ Help fund a community partner’s action plan through Grassroots Leadership Training.

Heart of Texas Goodwill

Advocate for Change

Heart of Texas Goodwill is empowering individuals, strengthening families, building communities and becoming an advocate for change. Everyone deserves a chance to succeed and to fulfill their dreams and goals.

1700 South New Road
254-753-7337
hotgoodwill.org

→ Household good and clothing donations.
→ 2026 Goodwill Gala Sponsorships to benefit the new Child Development Center.
→ Participant and partner referrals for job and skills training programs.

Hispanic Leaders’ Network

Empowering leaders. Uplifting communities.

The Hispanic Leaders’ Network is dedicated to developing and empowering current and future leaders to make a positive impact in their communities. Through mentorship, education and collaboration, the organization fosters growth, leadership and civic engagement — building a strong network of Hispanic professionals committed to driving meaningful change
and opportunity.

605 Austin Avenue
info@hln-waco.org
hln-waco.org

→ Monetary donations for our high school mentorship program, Navegando, the only high school mentorship program in Central Texas that targets Spanish-speaking students. Every year, we give away over $10,000 in scholarships to graduating seniors who are pursuing their college degree.
→ Monetary donations for translation devices to allow companies in Central Texas to communicate with their Spanish-speaking employees.
→ Monetary donations for the Greater Waco Chamber’s Leadership Waco program. The cost is $1,500 per person and we would love to send more than one HLN member through the program.
→ Laptop.

Humane Society of Central Texas

Pet Adoption, Fostering and Rehoming Support

The Humane Society of Central Texas (HSCTX) is a foster-based rescue dedicated to keeping animals out of shelters and in loving homes. After transitioning away from city shelter operations, HSCTX now provides compassionate foster care for homeless pets and offers veterinary, food and resource assistance to help families keep their beloved companions.

510 Austin Avenue
hsctx.org

→ Funding for growth and veterinary care for pets in the community while also covering medical needs for homeless pets in foster care. Funding also fuels our long-term goals of securing a permanent facility and purchasing a new transport van.
→ Foster families to give homeless pets a safe place to heal and grow while they wait for adoption. The more foster families we have, the more lives we can save.
→ Canned or dry dog or cat food donations for our Pet Supply Pantry located at Street Dog Cafe.
→ Wire crates and carriers of all sizes for transporting animals to fosters, vet visits and adoption events.
→ Pet store and gas station gift cards.

Imagination Library of Waco

Inspiring a Love of Reading

Since launching in 1995, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has become the preeminent early childhood book gifting program in the world. Imagination Library of Waco mails more than 1,900 high-quality, age-appropriate books each month to registered children from birth to age 5. They help children dream more, learn more, care more and be more!

424 Clay Avenue #2237
imaginationlibrarywaco.org

→ 100 people to pledge a recurring donation of $5 a month.
→ $26 donations that sponsor one child for an entire year.
→ $130 donations to sponsor one child from birth until their fifth birthday (60 books).

Inspiring Orphan Care

Anna Cheri Foundation

Inspiring Orphan Care is a nonprofit founded by Doug and Laura Butler to support adoptive families through financial assistance and community support. By offering grants each year to families in Waco, they help families navigate the challenges of adoption with hope and encouragement. With a desire to live out James 1:27, they believe every child deserves a safe, loving home.

@inspiring_orphan_care
inspiringorphancare.org

→ Monetary donations to fund our next round of grants for families adopting children domestically and internationally.
→ Gift cards to support adoptive families with essentials during transition periods (Target, Walmart, Amazon).
→ Laptop computer for administrative tasks, scholarship processing and adoptive family retreat planning.
→ Printing Services Sponsorship to produce trauma-informed care materials and retreat workbooks for families.
→ Join our Grow With Us in Waco Campaign for $20 a month to help decrease the orphan crisis by supporting foster care, adoption grants and supporting adoptive families in Waco.

Junior League of Waco

Women Building Better Communities

The Junior League of Waco is a nonprofit organization of women whose mission is to advance women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration and training. Currently in its 90th year of service, JLW’s vision is that all women and children in McLennan County are equipped to thrive and fulfill their full potential.

2600 Austin Avenue
254-753-5574
jlwaco.org

→ Gift cards ($25 each) or door prize gifts for Waco ISD female high school students participating in the Women’s Empowerment Summit in Spring 2026.
→ 300-400 playdoughs and playdough scissors for pre-K development kits to give out on Pre-K Awareness Day in Spring 2026.
→ Donations of $100 to become a Friend of the League to support all Junior League of Waco’s community initiatives.
→ Contributions to the endowment fund at Waco Foundation to ensure future operations.

La Puerta Waco

Empowering the Spanish-Speaking Community with Life-Changing Resources

La Puerta’s mission is to provide compassionate support and educational resources to Waco’s Spanish-speaking community, equipping individuals to meet their own needs and to positively impact future generations. Through strategic alliances with local partners, they serve as a bridge to expand access to essential resources including GED preparation, ESL, digital literacy and workforce development.

500 Webster Avenue
254-754-3503
lapuertawaco.com

→ $200 scholarship donations at lapuertawaco.com/donar.
→ Sewing donations, including fabric.
→ Standard white copy paper.
→ $130 donation to sponsor life skills classes.
→ Sponsor Abre La Puerta’s annual fundraising luncheon.

MCC Foundation

Create Opportunity. Build Our Community.

The McLennan Community College Foundation connects your generosity to the students, faculty and programs that shape our community’s future. Your support provides scholarships, enhances learning and ensures that affordable excellence is always within reach.

1400 College Drive
254-299-8481
mclennan.edu/foundation

→ Fund a dream. A $20,000 donation endows a named scholarship which will change a student’s life forever.
→ Revitalize a landmark. Help reestablish the Cameron Hall Courtyard as a cultural and educational centerpiece for Waco with a $5,000 donation.
→ Support local innovation with a $1,000 donation to champion our new Agribusiness program and cultivate the next generation of leaders.
→ Provide a vital lifeline and keep a student on track during a crisis with a donation of $250 to the McKown Emergency Grant.
→ Nourish student success and ensure no student has to learn on an empty stomach through any monetary donation to Paulanne’s Pantry.

Meals on Wheels Waco

“Stepping Up for Seniors”

Meals on Wheels Waco provides nutritious meals to homebound seniors as well as meals and activities for older adults who participate at its senior centers in Falls, Hill and McLennan Counties. Other services include transportation, pet food assistance, access to veterinary care and seasonal essentials.

501 W. Waco Drive
254-752-0316
mowwaco.org

→ One-time or monthly gifts to the Step Up for Seniors campaign.
→ Dry dog/cat food and cat litter.
→ Utility milkhouse-style heaters, 1500 watt.
→ Canned food, adult diapers, hygiene items, fans and other essentials.
→ Bingo prizes for senior centers: snacks, toiletries, blankets, etc.

Methodist Children’s Home

Helping Children, Youth and Families Flourish

The mission of Methodist Children’s Home (MCH) is to equip children, youth and families to flourish by offering hope through Christ-centered relationships, services and support. As an independent 501(c)(3) organization, MCH fulfills its mission through collaborations with like-minded organizations and the support of generous benefactors.

1111 Herring Avenue
800-853-1272
mch.org

→ Haircuts and beauty services for one Waco campus resident, $312 per year.
→ Clothing for one Waco campus resident, $780 per year.
→ Medical, dental, psychological care and prescriptions for one Waco campus resident for $175 per year.
→ Cost to provide counseling to a client or family at $100 per session; $1,600 to cover all Waco clients for a year.
→ Foster care boarding costs at $46.90 per day; $1,407 per month.

Mission Waco

Empowering. Equipping. Engaging.

Mission Waco empowers individuals and transforms communities through Christian-based, holistic programs that address physical, emotional and spiritual needs. By equipping the marginalized and engaging the middle class in hands-on compassion, Mission Waco bridges economic divides to create lasting change and foster hope, dignity and opportunity for all.

1315 N. 15th Street
254-753-4900
missionwaco.org

→ 7-foot-by-16-foot enclosed trailer.
→ 13-inch iPad Air.
→ Drill & Driver Tool Combo Kit.
→ New men’s and women’s winter coats.
→ New blankets.

Providence Hospice – Community Healthcare of Texas

Leader of Compassionate Care

Providence Hospice – Community Healthcare of Texas is the largest nonprofit hospice and palliative care organization in Texas and has served the Waco area for over 28 years. They provide end-of-life services to adults and children and are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality end-of-life care each and every day.

6700 Sanger Avenue
254-399-9099
chot.org

→ Extra-long twin size sheets (dark colors) for hospital beds provided for both home and inpatient hospice patients.
→ Donations to purchase memory items for families that have children on hospice such as hand molds and thumbprint charms.
→ Joy for All Robotic Pets.
→ Snacks and refreshments for families with loved ones at our designated Hospice Wing at Providence Hospital.
→ Monetary donations to aid patients and families who are uninsured.

The Shepherd’s Heart

Empowering and Advocating for Families in Need

The Shepherd’s Heart is the largest faith-based food pantry in Central Texas. They provide nourishing food that makes it possible for the families they serve to be healthier and have a better quality of life. They deliver food to homebound seniors, provide food for students at seven local schools and have 18 mobile food distributions in food desert areas.

205 S. 26th Street
254-213-7833
shepherdsheartpantry.org

→ Sponsor a family for $50 to help provide groceries.
→ Donate gently used goods to our resale shop, Things from the Heart — all proceeds benefit The Shepherd’s Heart.
→ Volunteer for homebound senior deliveries and mobile food distributions.
→ Form a team for our 2026 Hunger Hero Challenge to fight food insecurity together.
→ Give new, unwrapped toys for at-risk and homeless children this holiday season.

Sunshine Recovery House

Helping Women Break Chains One Step at a Time

Every gift to Sunshine Recovery House helps provide safe, affordable housing and support for women overcoming addiction. Their greatest current need is funding to level “The Pink Lady,” their 100+year-old home where hope, healing and new beginnings take root.

P.O. Box 32694
sunshinerecoveryhouse@gmail.com
sunshinerecoveryhouse.org

→ Prayers are always our number one need! Pray for continued sobriety, safety and mental, physical and spiritual health for all residents, staff and volunteers.
→ Funding for repairs. Our greatest physical need is foundation leveling and replacement of exterior rotten wood to stabilize our historic home and insulation to keep us warm and cool. Once leveled, we’ll be ready to complete the installation of windows donated by Window World!
→ Gift cards of $25–$30-plus to Dollar General, H-E-B or Walmart help new residents buy toiletries, perishable food and essentials as they transition from jail or treatment.
→ 20 full-size warm blankets, as residents often take their bedding, towels and pillows when they move out, so we’re always in need of cozy replacements.
→ Monthly bus passes to promote independence. We aim to provide each new resident with a 30-day Waco Transit pass upon arrival.

Talitha Koum Institute

“My child, rise up!”

In the Aramaic words of Jesus, “Talitha koum” means “My child, rise up.” For 22 years, their mission has never wavered — to provide the brain development young children need to thrive. TKI’s therapeutic approach addresses cognitive development, sensory integration and social-emotional health within the context of nurturing relationships. Volunteer opportunities abound. They invite you to come and see.

1311 Clay Avenue
254-722-7684
talithakoum.org

→ H-E-B gift cards in varying dollar amounts.
→ Amazon gift cards.
→ Sizes 5, 6 and 7 diapers and pull-ups.
→ Gallon-sized bottles of bubble solution.
→ Two 3-by-4-foot outside doormats.

The Taylor Museum of Waco and McLennan County History

A new future for The Helen Marie Taylor Museum

Formed as a nonprofit in 2023, The Taylor Museum of Waco and McLennan County History is a multi-functional resource center that brings the community together for multi-cultural educational experiences as they build a museum that presents a faithful portrait of the history and diverse ethnicities that have occupied Central Texas.

701 Jefferson Avenue
254-752-4774
TaylorMuseum.org
zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/become-a-supporters

→ Be a part of history as it unfolds with museum sponsorships for as little as $25 a month.
→ Become a charter lifetime member for $1,500.
→ Engrave your family’s name or organization’s spot in Waco’s history by sponsoring an Exhibit Hall, Gallery, Office, the Gift Shop and more.
→ Join Advisory Council Members to extend expertise and strengthen community connection.
→ Monetary contributions, endowments, trusts and donor financial plans to support the museum’s mission are all recognized.

The TSTC Foundation

Placing More Texans in Great Paying Jobs

The TSTC Foundation supports TSTC’s 11 campuses across the state. Their purpose is to support the critical needs of students (scholarships, hardships, tools and equipment) and to provide funds to enhance the ability to provide emerging technical programs to the Texas workforce. The TSTC Foundation strives to bolster student success and to
support the state’s growing workforce demands.

3801 Campus Drive
254-867-3900
tstc.edu/give

→ Monthly donors to support Helping Hands Emergency Aid Scholarships.
→ Monetary donations to support the campus food pantry, Advocacy Resource Center.
→ Non-perishable food items and handheld can openers for the food pantry.
→ Clothing: work pants/jeans, interview attire, coats/jackets, men’s socks.
→ Toiletries: feminine hygiene products, household supplies, dish and laundry soap, small trash bags.

The Tool Shed Thrift Shop

Supporting Friends for Life

The Tool Shed Thrift Shop raises money for Friends for Life, a charity that serves seniors and people with disabilities by helping them live their best lives as independently as possible. The Tool Shed funds this work while offering fun volunteer opportunities and providing Wacoans with amazing deals on tools.

430 Lake Air Drive
254-340-4970
toolshedwaco.org

→ New or used tools for us to clean up and sell to raise money for seniors and adults with disabilities.
→ We need volunteers to assist in running the store by cleaning, sorting, organizing and selling tools.
→ IPad or Square POS system.
→ Cleaning supplies to help us prepare donated tools to be sold.
→ Gas gift cards for our box truck to be able to pick up large donations of tools.

VOICE

Teaching critical life skills and promoting behavioral health and wellness

VOICE empowers children and their families to lead healthy, productive lives through programs that teach critical life skills and promote behavioral health and wellness, including decision-making, goal setting, self-respect and positive relationship-building. VOICE also oversees VASA, a community coalition that implements environmental strategies related to the
use and misuse of alcohol, tobacco and drugs.

1105 Wooded Acres Drive,Suite 110
254-741-9222
info@voiceinc.org
voiceinc.org

→ Backpacks and school supplies for back-to-school events and activities.
→ $100 gift cards for families who complete our Strengthening Families Program.
→ Funding for incentives (pens, pencils, t-shirts, etc.) with positive messages for students completing programs.
→ Vape Disposal Boxes for installation at Waco schools.
→ Monetary donations for general operations, match requirements and expenses not covered by other sources.

United Way of Waco-McLennan County

United is The Way

United Way of Waco-McLennan County brings people together to tackle our community’s toughest challenges. Dollars donated here stay here, creating local impact through critical resources for families, supporting community agencies and fueling long-term solutions. Whether it’s connecting parents to early childhood services, improving access to mental health care or fighting food insecurity, United Way works hand in hand with community partners to make lasting change and build a better future for everyone who calls McLennan County home.

1227 N. Valley Mills Drive, Suite 212
254-752-2753
unitedwaywaco.org

→ Financial gifts in memory or honor of loved ones are a great way to make an impact this holiday season.

Waco Civic Theatre

A Magical New Season

For 100 years, Waco Civic Theatre has inspired the Heart of Texas through the magic of live performance and arts education. As they celebrate this remarkable legacy, help them continue bringing stories to life. Donate today at wacocivictheatre.com and keep the magic alive for generations to come.

→ Spotlight dreams and illuminate every performer with a state-of-the-art LED follow spot that brings each story to life.
→ Help every word be heard with a new wireless microphone system that deliver Broadway-quality clarity.
→ Restore our iconic exterior lights so Waco knows when the curtain is ready to rise.
→ Upgrades to our kitchen for better concessions and an even better show experience for our patrons.
→ $5,000 brings 200 students to experience for the 9/11 Educational Program, a powerful lesson in resilience, remembrance and the stories that shaped a generation.

Waco Giving Machine

Light the World

The Light the World Giving Machines are coming to Waco for the first time! Since 2017, these bright red vending machines have offered a simple, memorable way to help others — dispensing donations instead of snacks. Each purchase provides goods and services through the local nonprofits Friends for Life, Advocacy Center for Crime Victims and Children, Ronald McDonald House, Wreaths for Vets, Special Olympics, CARE and Heart Gift.

Spice Village
213 Mary Avenue

→ Visit the Giving Machine and make a donation that can truly change someone’s life!
→ Spread the word with your family, friends and coworkers about this unique way to provide instantaneous Christlike giving.
→ Snap a photo at the Giving Machine and share it with #LightTheWorld on social media to inspire others to give.
→ Bring a friend and experience the joy of giving together.

The Waco Goodfellas

Helping Kids Believe in Santa

Waco Goodfellas, a local nonprofit, helps kids believe in the miracle of Santa. Their goal is to make sure no child goes without a Christmas. They demonstrate the importance of giving, and hope by doing so, that one day their kind gesture can be paid forward by children they’ve helped.

Ambold’s Key Lock and Alarm, 1125 Franklin Avenue
Salty Dog Restaurant, 2004 N. Valley Mills Drive

→ New unwrapped toys.
→ Grocery gift cards and hygiene products for families at Christmas.
→ Children’s coats and jackets.
→ Diapers.

Waco Indie Film Festival

Come to Waco, Tell Great Stories

Waco Indie Film Festival proves that great stories don’t just entertain — they connect us. Every summer, Waco comes alive with films, parties and creative energy. It’s where movie-lovers engage with moviemakers, filmmakers meet collaborators and new relationships spark new productions. Come for the movies — stay for the magic and fun community vibes.

469-224-3889
wacoindie.com

→ Volunteers to help with party planning and logistics.
→ Tax-deductible gifts (monetary donations, airline miles, etc.) to help cover venue rentals, filmmaker travel and community events.
→ Business support to sponsor screenings, panels or parties.
→ Affordable office space.
→ You! The best way to support the fest is to attend.

The Youth Chorus of Central Texas

Bridging Our CommUNITY Through Song

The Youth Chorus of Central Texas (YCCT) promotes music literacy and excellence in vocal artistry through the preparation and performance of choral singing. Through YCCT, youth in Central Texas experience comprehensive choral music education within an environment that instills the values of respect, discipline, kindness, service, individual creativity and leadership. If you know a talented young singer who is interested in joining YCCT, please set up an audition by emailing info@youthchorusofcentraltexas.

P.O. Box 84
youthchorusofcentraltexas.org

→ Individual tuition scholarships, $350 each.
→ Concert sponsorships, $500 each.
→ Piano dolly, $550.