Target Area: Education

"And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to teach others." 2 Timothy 2:2

Education Connection - Participate in a city-wide effort for every child reading by the end of third grade through tutoring/mentoring elementary age children. Contact Claudia Williams, hcbc.com/education

Wilco Mentoring - HCBC NW partners with Williamson County to provide mentors for students assigned by the court. Model the love and hope of Jesus Christ through a personal relationship to achieve agreed upon goals. Contact John Vargus

WATCH D.O.G.S - Fathers and father-figures who volunteer at schools to read, mentor, help with security and sometimes just play at recess. Commitment ranges from a few hours to as many days a year as your schedule allows. Contact Randy Wedlund, fathers.com

Moms in Touch - An organization with a mission to impact children and schools worldwide for Christ by gathering mothers to pray. Pray for children of all ages, teachers, staff and parents while providing support and encouragement for schools. Contact Josie Stevens, momsintouch.org

Cub and Boy Scouts of America - HCBC NW sponsors Pack/Troop 234 providing a Christ-centered values-based program for young people that builds character, leadership and trains them in responsibilities of citizenship and developing personal fitness. Contact Chuck Boorman, scouting.org

Young Lives of NW Austin - Offers emotional and spiritual support for teen moms through mentoring relationships. For more information click here. Contact Kara Wagner, nwaustinyounglife.tumblr.com

Mission Possible: Child, Youth, and Family Programs - Serve urban communities and empower children and youth in relationships formed through spiritual, social and economic programs. Contact Kimberly Ginnings, mpaustin.org

Conversational English - Wednesdays 9:30-11:30am. Classes include Basic, Intermediate and Advanced levels. Improve your English skills, learn American culture and make friends! Contact Dawn Hawks

Feed LISD - HCBC NW provides a Christmas appreciation meal to LISD's administrative employees annually to foster our ongoing partnership with the school district and invite them to our Christmas Eve services. This years' event will be the 2nd week of December. Volunteers are needed for greeting. Contact Tom Laws

Backpack Attack - HCBC NW, HCBC Leander, For the Children and local businesses partner with LISD annually to provide school supplies and backpacks for elementary students on the free and reduced lunch program. This years' event will be August 10 and 11, 2012. Volunteers are needed for event coordination and event day. Contact Cindy Sherman