Connecting compassionate neighbors with real community needs across Texarkana, Bowie County, and Miller County since day one.
On Olive Street in Texarkana, TX, HandsOn Texarkana runs on something simple: people showing up for people. As a 501(c)3 member of the Points of Light Network, this organization serves as the connective tissue between volunteers who want to give their time and the programs that put that time to work.
The work spans generations. A youth volunteer leadership program builds the next wave of civic-minded Texarkanans. A skilled parenting program reaches families inside FCI Texarkana. Disaster preparedness coordination through TACOAD keeps the region ready when emergencies hit. And the Collins Home opens its doors for weddings and events, with proceeds supporting the mission.
HandsOn Texarkana is also the backbone of volunteer record-keeping for the region, certifying hours and placing volunteers where they're needed most. This is not a large federal agency or a distant charity. It is a local office, open five days a week on Olive Street, staffed by people who know Bowie County and Miller County by name.
HandsOn Texarkana coordinates volunteers and community programs across several distinct areas. The Senior Transportation and Pantry program helps older adults in the community maintain independence and access to essentials. The Skilled Parenting Program brings family-strengthening resources directly to incarcerated parents at FCI Texarkana, supporting children and families on both sides of those walls.
For young people, the Youth Volunteer Organization develops leadership skills through hands-on civic engagement. Volunteer coordination and placement services match individuals and groups with meaningful opportunities, and the organization provides official certification of volunteer hours for schools, courts, and employers. The TACOAD disaster preparedness network keeps Texarkana coordinated when crisis strikes.
For those planning a celebration, The Collins Home offers a distinctive event and wedding venue whose bookings help sustain the broader community mission.
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HandsOn Texarkana is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, operating as the Texarkana Volunteer Services Bureau, Inc. It serves residents of Texarkana TX, Texarkana AR, Bowie County TX, and Miller County AR by coordinating volunteers and running community-focused programs.
You can reach out through their website at handsontexarkana.org or visit the office at 1915 Olive St, Texarkana, TX 75501 during business hours. Staff will help match you with a program that fits your skills and schedule.
The office is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, and Friday from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM. The office is closed on Saturday and Sunday.
Yes. HandsOn Texarkana provides official volunteer hour certification, which is accepted by schools, courts, and employers. Contact the office or visit handsontexarkana.org for details on the process.
The Collins Home is a wedding and event venue operated by HandsOn Texarkana. Revenue from bookings supports the organization's community programs. Contact HandsOn Texarkana through handsontexarkana.org to inquire about availability.
TACOAD stands for Texarkana Area Community Organizations Active in Disaster. HandsOn Texarkana coordinates this network, helping local organizations prepare and respond together when emergencies affect the Texarkana region.
Yes. The Youth Volunteer Organization focuses on leadership development for young people through structured volunteer engagement. It is one of several programs HandsOn Texarkana runs alongside senior services, family programs, and disaster preparedness.
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