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Many nonprofit organizations are temporarily closed for personal interactions because of COVID-19 social distancing procedures, but opportunities still exist to help out, including many virtually. Here are four organizations that need your help. For more options, visit FWD>DFW (fwddfw.com) and VolunteerNow (voly.org).
Christian Community Action (CCA)
200 S. Mill St., Lewisville
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Christian Community Action (CCA) seeks holiday helping hands in the following ways:
Homemade stocking help: Handmade stockings are needed for a gift outreach program for 2,000 children and teens. Stockings are made from a uniform pattern, available at Quilt Country, 701 S. Stemmons Freeway, Suite 90, Lewisville. Deliver to CCA by Dec. 14 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Distribute gifts: Individuals and groups of volunteers are sought Dec. 14-18 to direct traffic, take photos, greet families and load gifts into vehicle trunks. Shifts: 12:30-3 p.m. and 2:30-6 p.m.
Giving Tree station volunteers: Take donations of toys for children in need at CCA’s donation stations, located at Music City Mall in Lewisville and Frisco’s Stonebriar Centre.
To sign up and explore more volunteer opportunities.
Love in Motion
COVID-19 medical appreciation project: Join the volunteer-led nonprofit’s effort to show appreciation to health care providers with hand-written note cards. For information, a sample note and delivery directions.
Box of Balloons
The nonprofit works with community social workers to provide birthday parties for children who otherwise wouldn’t get a celebration. Volunteers can choose to donate or make birthday box party items. To join the Dallas, Collin or Fort Worth volunteer teams, head to.
Feonix Mobility Rising
Drivers needed: Dallas County volunteers are needed to help transport people to and from drive-through food pantries and other essential trips. Drivers must own their vehicles and have a good driving record. Volunteers receive health and safety training based on Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines.