Blanco Non-Profit Organizations, Service and Volunteer GroupsNon-profit organizations are the foundation of Blanco, Texas' infrastructure  Possibly you've noticed (please see "About this Site") that volunteer, service, and other non-profit organizations make up as much as 95% of Blanco's infrastructure. In other words, what would we do if we didn't have all these folks giving of their time, energy, and money? We'd have to go to the city, that's what. And some things we just plain wouldn't have at all. If you're new to Blanco, or even if you've been here awhile, check out a couple or three of these non-profit and service organizations. Maybe you could help... or be helped. [Find Blanco Churches and Places of Worship Here] 
American Legion Calling All Veterans! Blanco American Legion Memorial Highway Post #352 promotes strong national security, taking care of veterans, mentoring youth, and promoting patriotism and honor. Blanco Blue Bike Project Park your car while you're in Blanco, Texas, and grab a free bike from the Blanco Blue Bike Project to see the sights. Blanco Car Show The Blanco Classic Car Show is held the third Saturday of May every year in Blanco State Park. All proceeds go to children's charities. Blanco Cemetery The Blanco Cemetery now has historical designation. Blanco Chamber of Commerce Anyone interested in helping to influence Blanco's growth is welcome to join the Chamber of Commerce. Blanco Community Orchestra Blanco County Cat Coalition You can make a difference. Help the Blanco County Cat Coalition to protect feral and stray cats in the Blanco County area. Blanco County Community Choir Blanco County EMS BVAC is a non-profit, majority-volunteer staffed provider of pre-hospital emergency medical care with a total membership of 25 personnel. Blanco Eagles Lodge Blanco Film Society The Blanco Film Society shows movies each Saturday night; admission is by donation. Blanco Fire and Rescue Blanco Lavender Festival The Blanco Lavender Festival is held annually and features vendors on the grounds of the Old Blanco County Courthouse as well as tours of nearby lavender farms. Blanco Library Serving the City of Blanco and the surrounding community, the Blanco Library houses a collection of over 21,000 books (including audio books), videos, and tapes, and offers public computer and Internet access. Blanco Lions Club Blanco Masonic Lodge Blanco Ministerial Fellowship Blanco Pedernales Groundwater Conservation District The District is responsible for the conservation, preservation, protection, and recharge of groundwater and aquifers within Blanco County. Blanco Sesquicentennial In 1858, the State of Texas created Blanco County from portions of Comal, Hays, Burnet, and Gillespie counties. In 2008, citizens of the current county seat, Johnson City, and the city of Blanco celebrate the 150th birthday of the county in which they live. Blanco VFW Gem of the Hills Senior citizens and the community at large can participate in programs and activities for recreation, health, fitness and general welfare. The Gem of the Hills Community Center is also available for weddings, anniversaries, family reunions, public meetings, and other community activities. Good Samaritan Habitat for Humanity Blanco Habitat is intent on eliminating poverty housing in our county. Keep Blanco Beautiful, Inc KBB's mission is to empower Blanco citizens through education, to take responsibility for enhancing our community environment. Master Gardener Association of Blanco County The Texas Master Gardener Association, formed in 1991 to circulate pertinent horticultural information, is instrumental in community service projects around the state. Meals on Wheels Old Blanco County Courthouse Preservation Society Blanco's famous Old Blanco County Courthouse, a Blanco Landmark and a National Historic Landmark, anchors the square in the heart of downtown Blanco. Preserve Our Water, Inc Protection of water resources, particularly groundwater, springs and rivers, being integral to preserving our way of life, is a primary goal of the Preserve Our Water non-profit corporation. Project Graduation Help keep graduating Blanco High School seniors safe on their big night. Lots of fun and prizes for all! Rodeo Association Tejas Art Club Promoting art in the Texas Hill Country. Wheels and Feet Task Force Wheels and Feet efforts will concentrate on completing work at Bindseil City Park and on the Safe Routes to School program. WildFlower Theater Wild Game Dinner Yett Park Yucca Garden Club
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