| SIMS is a non-profit organization that provides access to low-cost mental health services for Austin musicians and their immediate families. SIMS is dedicated entirely to musicians' assistance. If you are a musician who could benefit from individual, family, or couples therapy, and/or therapy for children or adolescents, remember that SIMS can help. Call our confidential number at (512) 494-1007. For emergencies, call the Travis County Help Line at (512) 472-HELP (472-4357) or the Suicide Hotline at 1-800-784-2433. To donate to SIMS, please email us or call us at (512) 472-1008. |
| The Austin Resource Center for Independent Living (ARCIL) provides services to people with disabilities. They currently work in partnership with other non-profit organizations to help the Katrina Evacuees transition into their new community. For assistance with employment, transportation, housing and furniture, community orientation, medical care, adaptive equipment and transferral of social services contact ARCIL, offices: 825 E. East Rundberg Ln, Ste. A-1. Call 825-6349 for more information. |
| Family Eldercare: Family Eldercare provides services and develops partnerships supporting older adults, people with disabilities and those who care for them. We advocate for older adults and people with disabilities so they may remain in their homes and communities. Contact: 512-483-3569 or volunteer@familyeldercare.org |
| Austin SafePlace exists to end rape, sexual abuse and domestic violence. They work to build a community of peace and safety for all and are committed to preventing rape, sexual abuse and domestic violence and breaking the cycle of violence in our community. They create a safe place for women, children & men who have been victimized by rape, sexual abuse and domestic violence, while offering a comprehensive & compassionate continuum of services, providing support & resources for survivors to create independent lives, free of violence, for themselves and their families. |
| Renew Your Drivers' License Online: The Texas DPS offers Texas drivers the option of renewing their driver license online or via the phone 7 days per week, 24 hours a day. Now you have two convenient, time-saving alternatives to in-person or mail-in renewal. |
 Blood & Tissue Center of Central Texas: Give the gift of life and donate blood! Because of new regulations on potential donors, this year the Blood and Tissue Center of Central Texas has turned away up to 25% of donors. Take an hour out of your day and stop by the center to donate blood. For more information go the the link above or call 206-1266. |
 Austin Humane Society: KGSR encourages you to pick up an extra bag of pet food the next time you go grocery shopping - and donate it to the Austin Humane Society. This is Austin's only no-kill shelter and they depend on donations to keep running! They can always use dog and cat food, bedding, toys, office supplies and monetary donations. For more information check out their site or call the Humane Society / SPCA at 837-7985.
Another way the public can help by sending in a donation to Chelsea's Fund, the fund designated to help dogs and cats in need of urgent medical help. Make an online donation! |
 Aircheck Texas: New Vehicle Emissions Test as of September 1, 2005: A new high tech emissions test will be a part of annual vehicle safety inspeciton on all cars between the ages of 2 and 24. Tuning up your vehicle is one of the easiest ways you can help keep our air clean! |
 Austin Energy Green Building Program: City of Austin is giving you an opportunity to learn how to build, buy, or remodel a home to be energy and water efficient, comfortable, safe and environmentally friendly! They have produced an educational CD-ROM with the Seven Steps to Green Building & more. For more information call 499-STAR. Click here for information on the next Green by Design Workshop. |
 The Hunger Site: KGSR encourages you to take a moment to feed the hungry. You can visit this site up to once per day, click the button, and a hungry person gets a meal - at no cost to you! The food is paid for by the corporate sponsors whose ads are displayed on the site. |
 Blue Dog Rescue is an organization of folks who save stray dogs from euthanasia, through fostering and adoption. |
 Lucky Mutts is an Austin based dog rescue group dedicated to educating the public on responsible pet ownership to help prevent the needless killing of dogs at shelters. |
 The Willie Graham Legg Perthes Fund: Contributions can be made payable to the Willie Graham Fund and mailed to: The Willie Graham Legg Perthes Fund, c/o RajiWorld, 1810 Airole Way, Austin TX 78704. A PayPal account has been set up now, so if you have PayPal you can make an online donation using the clickable PayPal icon can be found at RajiWorld.com and JonDeeGraham.com. |
 People's Community Clinic is a non-profit, primary health care facility providing medical, counseling and health education services to limited income patients. The clinic promotes community involvement, and emphasizes health maintenance and disease prevention. For complete information on the complete range of services offered, and how to volunteer or make a donation - go to their website or call 512-478-4939 |
 Austin Pets Alive! is an organization concerned with animal welfare - they keep the public informed of local events, offers on-line donation capabilities, and a page of links to educate and provide ideas for kids to get involved. The site is frequently updated and visitors can subscribe to The No-Kill Handbill, offering almost daily information about animals at Town Lake Animal Center available for adoption whose time is running out. |
 The Miracle Foundation is an organization that provides services to orphans in India. To find out how to help this very special group - go to the link above. |
 Kinky's Utopia Rescue is another organization, located in Medina TX, that focuses on animal welfare. |
