Purpose:
To work for the betterment of Austin State School in the following areas:

1. To explore and develop areas for volunteer services at the Austin State School.
2. To assist in recruiting competent volunteers to provide needed services for the residents of Austin State School.
3. To obtain materials and/or supplies for the benefit of residents and to help interpret these needs.
4. To recommend to interested groups and individuals approved projects and programs.
5. To act as an advisory group in maintaining satisfactory standards for volunteer services in the Austin State School.
6. To encourage and support staff through morale-raising activities.

Organizational Structure:
The Volunteer Services Council, governed by a Board of Directors, is made up of a President, Vice-President, Treasurer, Secretary and Directors. The Board of Directors meets the third Monday of each month. Other Volunteer Services Council members serve on committees, such as nominating, campus committee, development committee, etc. The full Volunteer Services Council meets quarterly on the third Monday of each month. The Community Relations Department of the Austin State School is the liaison to the Volunteer Services Council.

The Volunteer Services Council is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) advocacy group for the Austin State School. Improving the quality of life for the residents of the school was the original mission when it was founded in 1956, and continues as the organization's mission today. The Volunteer Services Council accepts tax-deductable donations to support this mission. You can help by donating money for:

• Tickets to movies, sporting events and other community activities
• Art & crafts supplies, recreation activity supplies, birthday party supplies
• Barrier-free lifts, communication equipment and other adaptive equipment that meet specific needs