Coronavirus: Round Rock Offers Give/Receive Assistance Guide

ROUND ROCK, TX —The coronavirus pandemic has left communities reeling from not only its economic impact, but also from the uncertainty of the duration of the public heath crisis. Across Texas, communities have mobilized to offer the latest statistics and most pertinent information to help individuals and families navigate the challenges associated with the disease. For its part, the City of Round Rock provides links to county, state, and national resources via the city's home page.

Among the resources featured on the continually updated website is a Give or Receive Assistance tab for residents needing help or those looking to help neighbors amid the pandemic. Among the categories included are City Information, Health Resources, School/Childcare, and Business Resources. Resources may also be identified through a zip code search.

For those looking to offer a helping hand, Round Rock offers links to community organizations and initiatives such as:

Local Businesses

Round Rock Cares
Round Rock Cares is a fund designed to to provide financial assistance to locally owned businesses in Round Rock allocating financial resources as quickly and as directly as possible to help bridge the gap to sustainability and future government funding. Visit Website

Making Masks

Austin + Round Rock Mask Brigade

If you have any unused masks, leave your address in the provided form and a volunteer will collect the masks from outside your door and get them to local health care workers. Donations before 9 a.m. (or so) will usually be picked up that day. Visit Website

COVID-19 ATX Exchange

Dell has created a website where people who are sewing masks can connect with groups looking for them. Visit Website

Covid Rangers

Ask to join the Round Rock Group on Facebook. Visit Website

Donation Drives

Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD)
They have set up drop-off donation sites for non-medical items to be delivered to vulnerable populations and elderly residents. Visit Website

Blood Donation

We Are Blood

At this time, donation is by appointment only. Call 512-206-1266 to schedule an appointment or make an appointment online. Visit Website

Monetary Donations

To access the City of Round Rock Give or Receive Assistance tab click HERE.