What we’re about
Austin Acts of Kindness exists to help the local community... We show kindness by volunteering at charitable events, and also by educating the public, gathering resources, and raising funds.
There are plenty of groups to volunteer with... Why choose us?
• We work for a wide variety of causes - education, mental health, hunger, homelessness, the environment, and many more.
• We are independent - not associated with a specific company, religion, age, or marital status. If you leave your company, have a milestone birthday, or change your relationship, you are welcome with us.
Typically AAK partners with an established organization, and we provide staffing and community support for a specific event... Characteristics of our volunteer events:
• Benefits the public or a non-profit organization which helps the general community.
• One time events... There is not an ongoing commitment, although we often like to return.
• No special skills, training, tools, extensive orientation or background check is needed... On-line registration with the sponsoring organization and brief task-oriented training is typical.
• Can use a flexible number of volunteers... AAK cannot guarantee a specific turnout - unfortunately volunteers recruited via social media can be flaky. Don't be that person - Please honor your RSVP.
Check out our Calendar. We hope to meet you at an upcoming event!
Upcoming events
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•OnlineOnline Webinar: Lessons for Living Well
OnlineAt this special live event from Action for Happiness, psychologist and author Professor Bruce Hood will explore surprising, science-backed lessons for a happier and more fulfilling life.
What really makes us happy – and why do we so often get it wrong?
Drawing on insights from his acclaimed book The Science of Happiness, Bruce will reveal why the things we think will make us happy often don’t – and what actually works instead. From the traps of materialism and social comparison to the power of gratitude, connection and purpose, you’ll learn simple but powerful lessons to shift how you approach your time, relationships and goals. Bruce blends fascinating psychology with practical insights that challenge common assumptions – and offer a more meaningful path to happiness.
Whether you're looking for greater fulfilment, struggling with pressures of everyday life, or simply curious about what really works, this event will leave you wiser, uplifted and inspired to live more intentionally.
About The Speaker
Bruce Hood is a Professor of Developmental Psychology at the University of Bristol, where he runs the popular "Science of Happiness" course, using scientific research to help students improve their mental well-being. He received his Ph.D. in neuroscience from Cambridge followed by appointments at University College London, MIT and Harvard. He researches child development, origins of superstition, self-identity and how to be happier. Bruce is a Fellow of the American Psychological Society, the Royal Institution and the British Psychological Society. He gave the Royal Institution Christmas Lectures 'Meet Your Brain' broadcast to over 4 million viewers on the BBC and has made numerous media appearances on radio and TV. He has written popular science books published in 30 countries including SuperSense, The Self Illusion, The Domesticated Brain and Possessed. His latest book is The Science of Happiness: Seven Lessons for Living Well.
You MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lessons-for-living-well-with-prof-bruce-hood-tickets-1787221169629 . You will then be emailed instructions on how to join the Zoom webinar. The event is Live at 7 pm in London, which is 1 pm in Austin. A recording will be made available on the AFH website.10 attendees
Volunteer at Salvation Army Angel Tree Toy Distribution
Salvation Army Christmas Warehouse, 6510 South Congress, Austin, TX, USHelp bring holiday cheer to thousands of children in Austin who receive toys for Christmas through the Salvation Army Angel Tree program.
Volunteers will work in the Angel Tree warehouse to sort and organize toys, assemble toy bags for thousands of children (Angels), and stage the warehouse for distribution. You are welcome to bring your children to help if they are at least 12 years old. Please wear comfortable, sturdy, warm shoes and clothes as you will be on your feet in the warehouse the entire time.
Volunteers must sign up on the Angel Tree volunteer website below. Click the link below and select the specific date and time for "Warehouse Distribution" that you will work. If you can't make the time of our Meetup event, many other shifts are available to fit your schedule. If you need to cancel, please cancel yourself from both the Meetup and from the Angel Tree volunteer website:
https://salvationarmyaustin.cervistech.com/acts/console.php?console_id=0140&console_type=event
Due to traffic congestion, Volunteer Parking has been at 131 Eberhart Lane, in a church parking lot, 2 blocks away. After registration you will receive details.10 attendees
Volunteer for Holiday tree recycling
Polo Picnic Area, 2225 Andrew Zilker Rd, Austin, TX, USJoin us to volunteer at the city of Austin's annual holiday tree recycling event at Zilker Park. Folks will be stopping by the park and dropping off their old trees, which need to be inspected and hauled from cars to a central location to be made into mulch. You will smell good afterwards - all cedary! Following the event often we take a walk through the park and go out to lunch.
Volunteers must SIGN UP IN ADVANCE at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdGKPNlVgtQqpzSUSazWRwMVfVdVJKBOglLDNwZlz975VLSyw/viewform . Other dates & times may be available. Act now if interested - this volunteer job typically fills up early.5 attendees
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