SOURCE: AUSTIN CHRONICLE BY KATHERINE MCNEVINS,
COVID-19 has affected everyone and everything, including local nonprofits. Business closures led to blood drives being canceled. Our food bank has an increased need for services. You may be wondering how you can help, so here’s just a few ways. Find more on our Community page, and remember, online donations to your favorite charity are always a good idea.
We Are Blood Urgently Needs Donations
With concerns around coronavirus growing and more companies implementing work-from-home policies, some mobile blood drives have been canceled and turnout has been low. There is a pressing need for donations, so the community is urged to find active mobile drives or go to a donor center today. Bonus: Donate before March 22 and get a voucher for Torchy’s chips & queso.
www.weareblood.org
Food Bank Volunteers and Donations Needed
Central Texas Food Bank anticipates a dramatic increase in the need for their services in the coming weeks, and volunteer operations are still open. You can also donate online and start a virtual food drive; a $25 donation provides 100 meals for families in need.
Central Texas Food Bank
6500 Metropolis, 512/282-2111
www.centraltexasfoodbank.org
Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels Central Texas is currently suspending new volunteer training, but you can donate on their website to help make sure they’re prepared to serve the most vulnerable in our community. They’ve started doing contactless delivery, and are prepared for the worst-case scenario. MOWCT has a backup plan with shelf-stable meals in case their hot meal delivery service must be suspended, so none of their clients will go hungry.
www.mealsonwheelscentraltexas.org