The Texarkana Volunteer Center offers volunteer opportunities in the community and refers prospective volunteers to appropriate agencies and volunteer groups. Potential volunteers should contact Kathey Graves at 870-773-8811.



AARP Tax Aide needs volunteers to assist in free tax assistance and preparation for taxpayers with low and middle income. Volunteers receive free training and are reimbursed on a limited basis for qualified program-related travel expenses. A basic knowledge of computers is required. AARP membership is not required. Call Carolyn Wilkins at 903-832-3378 or Mary Ann Daniels at 903-791-6343.



Discovery Place needs school tour assistants to work on an on-call basis. Call Melissa Nesbitt at 903-793-4831.



Domestic Violence Prevention Inc. needs caring and empathetic individuals to work the hotline and at the Battered Women’s Shelter, administrative office, Resale Shop and outreach offices. Call Summer Dugan at 903-794-4000.



The Escort Program needs drivers to transport older citizens to the doctor, dentist, grocery store and other necessary errands. Call Joy at 870-773-8811.



Family Matters (formerly Kid Exchange) needs volunteer to help monitor court-ordered supervised visits. Training will be provided. Call Jen Mugno at 903-793-7988.



Federal Correctional Institution, Religious Services Department, needs volunteers from Islam, Native American, Rastafarian, Eastern Religion and Spanish volunteers to assist with worship services and study groups. Call Mark Reed, volunteer coordinator at 903-838-4587 ext 239.



First Choice Pregnancy Center needs counselors, office workers and those with parenting skills to teach our prenatal and postnatal classes. Donations of office equipment, baby clothes, diapers and baby furniture are appreciated. Call Director Kim Banks at 903-792-5735.



Habitat for Humanity of Texarkana needs a coordinator and individuals to serve on the board of directors and various committes such as, Family Selection, Family Nurturing, Fundraising, Construction, Committees, etc.). Call 903-832-1746 or visit http://local.habitat.org/texarkanausa.



Heritage Plaza Nursing & Rehabilitation Center need volunteers to call Bingo, help with arts and crafts and paint fingernails. Call Roxanne Miller at 903-792-6700.