The RGV is the home of countless non-profit organizations. These groups contribute to bettering the community by, for example, providing services and items for the underprivileged, fighting for justice for victims of abuse, assisting the elderly, conserving wildlife, and being the voice of disenfranchised groups--but this is only scratching the surface of the many ways that local nonprofit organizations work to build a healthy Rio Grande Valley. Contributing to the RGV is important because not only does it strengthen the community by alleviating struggles, but it also creates a community of socially aware people.
Are you looking to volunteer? Here are a few nonprofit organizations in the RGV that you can contact:
Amigos Del Valle inc.: The Amigos Del Valle Inc. works to positively impact the quality of life in the Rio Grande Valley, specifically for low income families and the elderly.
Executive Director: Alex Guerra Address: 4138 W. Crosspoint, Edinburg Texas 78539 Corporate Office: (956) 213-9400
Catholic Charities Humanitarian Respite Center: The Humanitarian Respite Center is a shelter for immigrants that cross the Rio Grande Valley border and were granted asylum in the United States.
Address: 1721 Beaumont Ave, McAllen, TX 78501 Phone: 1-956-897-3949
Cinderella Pet Rescue: Cinderella Pet Rescue, Inc. helps animals that have been abandoned, abused or neglected. This organization rescues, rehabilitates, and organizes adoptions for these animals.
P.O. Box: 533, Penitas, TX 78576 Phone: 956-391-4399
Code RGV : CodeRGV helps educate and certify tech professionals and promote community participation in the tech field.
President: Drew Lentz Address: CodeRGV, Inc. 601 N Main St – Ste B, McAllen, TX 78501 Phone: (956) 410-CODE
Equal Voice Network: This organization works for intersectional reform of housing, health care, education, and jobs, specifically keeping in mind the challenges that immigrants face. Check out their website for a contact form!
Estrellas House: Estrella’s House fights for justice for local victims of child abuse.
Address: 525 W. Wisconsin Rd., Edinburg, Texas 78539 Phone: 956-287-9754
Girls on The Run RGV: Girls on The Run RGV inspires young girls to keep a positive attitude using a curriculum that integrates running.
P.O. Box: 5901 Brownsville, TX 78523 Phone: (956) 459-0717
Run Ride Share: Run Ride Share works to educate communities on how to be better motorists, runners, and cyclists to make the road a safer place.
Address: 1300 Houston Avenue McAllen, TX 78501 Phone: (956) 681-1003
Looking for more? Visit this website for a masterlist of nonprofits in the RGV:
http://rgvpartnership.com/rgv-non-profit-organizations/
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