Local Organizations
CARITAS OF WACO
Caritas-Waco.org • (254) 753-4593
Caritas of Waco is a non-profit charity organization founded in 1967 by the Austin Diocese of the Roman Catholic Church, but has been an independent ecumenical agency since 1979. We offer food, clothing, household items, and travel assistance to anyone, regardless of race, age, sex, ethnicity or location.
We also offer case management services to assist and empower clients to become self-sufficient. We operate 2 Hidden Treasures resale stores – on Bosque Boulevard and Bellmead Drive. Caritas is supported through various faith, civic and service organizations, charitable foundations, area businesses and individuals.
We rely heavily on the community for volunteers and donations, without whom Caritas could not be a fully functioning organization. For more information or to volunteer, call (254) 753-4593 visit Caritas-Waco.org.
Advocacy center for crimevictims and children
The Advocacy Center provides hope and healing to all survivors of sexual assault and violent crimes through 3 areas: The Victims Center, the Children’s Advocacy Center, and Education and Prevention.
- 3312 Hillcrest DriveWaco, TX 76708(254) 752-9330 / (254) 752-9655 (fax)Hours:Monday-Thursday 8:30 – 5:00 Closed 12:00-1:00 Lunch
Friday 8:30 – 3:00
creative waco
Creative Waco is the nonprofit arts agency for Waco and McLennan County. We champion local artists, produce cultural events, and grow the creative economy to make arts and culture a driving force for community.
CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S JOB CORPS
(254) 757-0416 • CWJCWaco.org
Christian Women’s Job Corps of McLennan County offers free GED classes and free career building classes. CWJC brings a holistic approach with life-building education paired alongside 1:1 mentoring and tutoring for women over the age of 18 in McLennan County.
CWJC welcomes volunteers as teachers, mentors, tutors, office help, and classroom assistance. CWJC is a donor-driven 501c3 that has been in operation since 2003.
Your support helps CWJC transform the lives of women, their families, and our community with empowerment.
GREATER HEWITT VFW POST 6008
Open daily Noon to 10 p.m. • Open until 1:00 a.m. on Saturdays • 725 Sun Valley Blvd. in Hewitt • VFW6008.org
The VFW provides opportunities to promote patriotism, honor military service, ensure the care of veterans and their families, serve the community, while respecting the diversity of veteran opinions and engaging in charity work.
HEWITT KIWANIS CLUB
Meets at 12:00 p.m. every Tuesday at Rosati’s Pizza • HewittKiwanisClub.org
A global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child/community at a time. Kiwanis awards scholarships, donates to the Hewitt Public Library, Hunger Free MISD, baskets of food to less fortunate families at Christmas, among other service projects.
HEWITT LIONS CLUB
Meets at 6:30 p.m. on 2nd & 4th Mondays • HewittLionsClub.org
Lions Club seeks to empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace and promote international understanding. Hewitt Lions support scholarships and provide opportunities for youth with diabetes, mental and physical challenges to attend a camp—at no expense to their family—at the Texas Lions Camp.
MCLENNAN COUNTY VETERANS ASSOCIATION
Meets at 6:00 p.m. on the 1st Tuesday at VFW Post 6008 725 Sun Valley Blvd. in Hewitt
The MCVA’s mission is to establish, maintain, raise funds and contribute to patriotic observances, commemorative days, educational activities and monuments dedicated to servicemen and servicewomen.
Contact President Lloyd Coffman at (254) 855-3655 for more information.
MIDWAY LITTLE LEAGUE
Midway Little League offers the opportunity for area youth and their families to participate in softball and baseball in the spring and fall. Follow on Facebook and visit the website for updated information.
The Cove is a 501(c)3 nonprofit serving high school aged youth in the Heart of Texas.
the shepherd's heart
As the largest faith-based food pantry in Central Texas, Shepherd’s Heart provides healthy food that enables the families we serve to lead healthier lives and enjoy a better quality of life.
WOMEN OF WACO
Meets the 2nd Friday of each month from 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Baylor Club • WomenOfWaco.org
Women of Waco’s mission is to support and encourage the growth of women in their personal lives and in their business environment, as well as to assist each other by networking, referring business and providing leadership opportunities.
100 Club Heart of Texas
Alzheimer's Association - Waco
Friends For Life
Friends of the Hewitt Public Library
Greater Waco Sports Commission
Heart of Texas Builders Association
Heart of Texas Goodwill
Midnight Hope Foundation
NeighborWorks Waco
The Salvation Army
Isaiah 117 House
Isaiah 117 House provides a comforting home where these children instead can be brought to wait – a place that is safe with friendly and loving volunteers who provide clean clothes, smiles, toys, and snuggly blankets. This space allows children to receive the comfort and care they need while child welfare staff can do the necessary paperwork and identify a good placement.