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The mission of Helping Hands is to assist the residents of the Dripping Springs area who are experiencing food insecurity.  Since 1986 Helping Hands has operated a weekly food pantry, providing qualified clients with fresh produce, staples, and groceries. In addition, emergency financial assistance is also available on an as-needed basis. 

Dripping Springs Helping Hands is a nonprofit, tax-exempt organization that operates solely with volunteer help and under the umbrella of the Central Texas Food Bank. 

WE ARE A NONPROFIT

OUR MISSION is to enrich the lives of Hays County residents who are age 60 and over. People live longer, healthier and happier lives when they socialize with others.
OUR VISION is to Celebrate Aging! We have programs and services that encourage Seniors to retain their independence and dignity.
OUR GOALS are : To empower Seniors by having a gathering place to foster a sense of belonging; To promote pursuit of known interests while enticing the discovery of newfound abilities and interests; To condone community involvement through volunteerism; To encourage creative challenges and adventures; To serve nutritious noon meals Monday through Friday and have a transportation service.

 Our nonprofit has been providing services to Seniors for 40 years. We hope to raise money to make needed repairs and expand some of our buildings…we offer an increasing number of activities and we need more room.

We rely heavily on private donations from individuals and businesses from our community to cover the daily cost of services and programs. We receive partial funding through the Hays County Commissioner’s Court and the CAPCOG Area Agency on Aging. We also receive proceeds from our Thrift Shop.

However, we will not continue to thrive without individuals and businesses donating to our cause.

We charge no dues or membership fees

THE ORIGINAL DRIPPING SPRINGS Heritage Museum & Gathering Place. Take a step back in time and into the rich history of Dripping Springs at the Dr. Pound Historical Farmstead Museum. Nestled on five beautifully shaded, oak-filled acres, the 1854 farmstead offers a fascinating and informative glimpse into our community’s historic past. The Pound House is included on the National Register of Historic Places and has been a Texas State Historical Landmark since 1965.

Museum and Grounds:
Admission to the museum is $5 for person five years old and older.

Our regular hours include tours of the house and grounds:
Saturday — 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 
Monday — 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

We’re also open by appointment. Please call 512-858-2030 or email info@phfmuseum.org.

Solace and Sage, a 501(c)3 specializes in supporting adults 60 years and above facing medical challenges who are wanting to live with confidenceand peace of mind in their home and community of choice. We provide services and programs in the Central Texas area that offer personal, practical and sustainable solutions for enhancing well-being and quality of life. 

The Starlight Symphony Orchestra is a nonprofit orchestra comprised of all volunteer musicians of wildly varying ages and reside in a variety of nearby hill country communities. The Starlight Symphony concerts are always free and open to the public.

The orchestra members enjoy performing both classical and pop music and rehearse diligently to present exceptional concerts. A solo competition for students is held each year, inviting top students to perform and compete for music scholarships. The Starlight Symphony also works in conjunction with hill country school districts to augment their music curriculums with mentoring programs and music appreciation programs in each school.

The Starlight Symphony Orchestra is a non-profit organization supported by donations.