Opportunity Details

BEAR... Be a Resource for CPS Kids

BEAR is the only 501(c)(3) organization working with Harris County CPS and the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services that offers unique programs – that provide not only the basic needs of children recently uprooted, but also supportive services that provide comfort, dignity, and celebration of successes that propel the child toward a successful future – for abused and neglected children. This partnership with the county and state is vital to BEAR’s success as an organization, allowing $0.85 of every dollar earned through fundraising efforts to go back to effectively operating four core programs. Additionally, the growing need for BEAR’s services is clearly evident by the fact that in the 25 years since inception, BEAR has grown from an annual operating budget of $7,000 to one of over $2M.

For the last 25 years, BEAR has been an important advocate for the most vulnerable population in Houston…its children. This advocacy is represented through the basic necessities provided for children in BEAR rooms year-round, the uniforms distributed each fall, the Christmas gifts wrapped and delivered each winter, and in the canvas photos of adoptable children that are displayed year-round throughout venues in Houston. BEAR is not able to operate these vital programs, however, without the generosity and support from our community.

Available Serving Opportunities

Since 1997, BEAR has worked with thousands of volunteers, social workers, corporations, as well as a variety of community partners in order to transform the services provided to at-risk and CPS-involved children in our community. We are only able to continue this work with dedicated volunteers stepping up year-round to help!

Ready to start your meaningful and impactful journey today? Looking for a way to serve others? Want to invest in your staff by hosting a team building event? Hoping to volunteer with your neighbors, friends, or family to make a difference in your community? Searching for a way to teach your Girl Scout or Boy Scout Troop to make an impact on children who otherwise would be without? Whatever drives you … there is a place for you here!!!

Shifts: Various shifts

Location: Various locations

Dates Available: Reoccurring

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