Volunteer or Donate
Temple Strong is a community wide effort to respond to and recover from COVID-19. Get involved today to help members of your community.
How can I help?
United Way of Central Texas Donation Program
Donate Today - to the United Way of Central Texas Coronavirus Community Response & Recovery Fund to support those in need! During this crisis, you can help people right here in Central Texas who need help with a donation to the Coronavirus Community Fund. Provide Materials to Agencies - most requested items: Paper Towels, Toilet Paper, Tissues, Paper Plates, Styrofoam Cups, Plastic Utensils, Cleaning Spray, Cleaning Wipes, and Cleaning Fluid (such as Pine Sol).
Baylor Scott & White Health - Make a Gift to Support Our Efforts Related to COVID-19
During this unprecedented time, many are asking what can be done to help support the fight against COVID-19. Baylor Scott & White is committed to delivering high-quality care throughout this health crisis, and your support can make an impact in areas such as:
· Our Employees 1st Emergency Assistance Fund to provide immediate financial relief to our employees who have been directly impacted or may be incurring unexpected costs associated with COVID-19.
· Other COVID-19 Relief Efforts for specialized care and screening for our patients; advanced equipment and critically needed supplies; and research for new treatment and prevention options.
Volunteer Opportunities
To find out how you can help your community during this time, please contact Nancy Glover in the Transform Temple Department at the City of Temple by emailing nglover@templetx.gov or calling 254-298-5997.
Baylor Scott & White Blood Center - Donate Blood
There is an urgent need for blood donations at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple. Please consider donating if you are well and able. They are asking potential donors to schedule their visits online at BSWBlood.com or by calling 254-724-4376.
https://www.bswhealth.com/patient-tools/blood-center/Pages/default.aspx
Raise Funds for Surgical Masks
The Rotary Clubs of Temple and Belton have joined with the Temple Health and Bioscience District to provide surgical masks to Baylor Scott & White in Temple.
The surgical masks will be produced locally by using 3-D printer technology. They can be cleaned after each use and have a removable filter than can be replaced.
Central Texas Tickets is helping by providing an online donation site. Individual contributions can be made at: https://centraltexastickets.com/organizations/3055/donate