Tag: Community Partner

Help Kids Start the School Year Fresh!
Galveston’s Own Farmers Market is collecting Hygiene Supplies to support GISD students in need—and we need your help!

On Sunday, July 20th from 9 AM to 12 PM, swing by Market at 3304 Market St. and drop off new, unopened hygiene supplies to support local families ahead of the new school year.

We’re collecting:

• Deodorant

• Wipes (Baby/Body)

• Feminine hygiene products (Pads, Tampons, etc.

• Kleenex

  Bar or liquid soap

All donated items will be distributed directly to students and families at the Galveston Back to School Fair on August 1st, where we’ll be hosting a booth and giving out your donations with love.

Let’s come together as a community to make sure every student starts the year feeling confident, clean, and cared for!

Date:

July 20th

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (3304 Market)

Get ready for a blast of creativity!

Kids of all ages can hang with the UTMB Kids Club for a super fun-themed, hands-on craft activity made just for them!

Dates:

Every 1st Sunday

9A – 1P (Oct-May)

9A – 12 P (Jun-Sept)

January Theme – “Cozy Mitten Making”

Make some mittens to muster up some warmth this season!

Kids of all ages can partake in this fun activity that’s just right for the wintertime!

February Theme – “Valentine Station”

Share the love this Valentines with UTMB Kids’ Club at their V-day card making station!

Kids of all ages can stop by this rosy booth to get artsy!

March Theme – “St. Patrick’s Rainbow Twirler”

Join in some lucky rainbow craft activities this St. Patrick’s day – and don’t forget to don your finest green!

April Theme – “Easter Egg Decorating”

Create colorful and unique Easter eggs for springtime fun! All supplies provided to make eggs egg-stra special.

May Theme – “Wind Chime Making”

Craft beautiful wind chimes to add a musical touch to any space. Various materials allow for soothing sounds and pretty designs.

June Theme – “Butterfly Decorating”

Decorate a vibrant butterfly with colorful materials. Make these fluttering friends come to life!

July Theme – “Patriotic Stars”

Decorate red, white, and blue stars for a festive celebration. Perfect for showing spirit and adding a patriotic touch.

About Kids Club at UTMB

Kids Club is a non-profit organization within the School of Nursing at the University of Texas Medical Branch, which encourages nursing students to come together who have a calling for general pediatrics! This club is devoted to embracing students’ passion by furthering their pediatric knowledge through educational and volunteering opportunities. See their Facebook>

Ready for some fin-tastic fun? 

Test your knowledge with TIRN’s Sea Turtle Lifecycle Game—put the adorable photos in order and snag a cool sticker!

More than just a game,  learn how adopting your block and cleaning up once a month helps keep trash out of our beautiful Gulf, protecting our beloved sea turtles and other marine life. 

Come see how easy it is to make a real difference and help keep Galveston’s shores pristine!

Date & Time

Sunday, June 29

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

About Turtle Island Restoration Network (TIRN)

Turtle Island Restoration Network (TIRN) is a global ocean conservation nonprofit dedicated to protecting marine biodiversity and advocating for sustainable ocean ecosystems. Our mission is to empower people to take action to protect the ocean and its incredible wildlife, from sea turtles to sharks.

In the Gulf of Mexico, TIRN focuses on combatting plastic pollution, protecting marine life, and engaging communities in conservation efforts. We conduct regular beach cleanups, marine debris surveys, and microplastics research, while also educating the public about the impacts of plastic pollution on marine ecosystems. Our programs involve hands-on activities like water and sand sampling, engaging K-12 learners, and hosting workshops on environmental stewardship.

Check out their website: seaturtles.org

In partnership with Galveston County Voter Registration, you can register to vote right at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market!

It’s an easy as 1-2-3. If you have any questions about voting, Galveston County Voter Registration will be there to answer.

You are eligible to register to vote if:

• US citizen

• Resident of the county where you apply

• At least 18 years old on Election Day

• Not convicted of a felony (or completed sentence, probation, and parole)

• Not declared mentally incapacitated by a court without voting rights

See if you’re already registered here>

Dates:

March 30 (9a-1p)

June 29 (9a-12P)

September 28 (9a-12p)

at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market

key dates

Key Dates

The election is Saturday, May 5, 2025

7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Find out more info here>

Ready to level up your finances while having a blast? UFCU (University Federal Credit Union) will be bringing their financial expertise with fun interactive games and a chance to win great prizes!

Swing by to play some Plinko/Cornhole and grab quick tips on everything from saving smart to boosting your credit. They’re here to make financial success fun and achievable for you!

Dates:

June 15, 2025

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

At Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (3304 Market St, 77550)

About University Federal Credit Union (UFCU)

UFCU is committed to providing its members with personalized guidance, tailored products, and comprehensive services designed to help them achieve their financial objectives. Whether one is managing daily expenses, securing a loan for a substantial purchase, exploring investment opportunities, or seeking to expand a business, UFCU stands ready to support them throughout their journey. Learn more about the Galveston Branch>

Goals of UFCU:

Empower Financial Success: Helping members achieve financial stability and brighter futures.

Promote Financial Literacy: Offering educational resources and workshops to improve financial knowledge.

Serve Galveston County: Committed to serving the community and ensuring that all residents are eligible for membership.

Services Offered:

Fee-Free Accounts: Providing accounts with no monthly maintenance fees to make banking more accessible.

Financial Literacy Programs: Hosting free educational events and workshops to enhance financial understanding.

Credit Reviews: Offering personalized credit reviews to help members manage and improve their credit scores.

Personalized Guidance: Tailoring products and services to meet the unique needs of each member.

While 1 in 7 hospitalized people will need a blood transfusion in a lifetime, only 1 in 20 eligible blood donors actually donate. There is no substitute for blood – your donation saves lives.

Plus if you donate blood, you’ll receive a FREE beach towel!

Dates:

May 25, 2025

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

About Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center needs 1,000 donations every day of the year to serve patients in our community. Giving on an ongoing basis helps ensure blood components are always available for the patients we serve. Your donation could mean the difference between life and death for someone, and that’s why we’re so grateful for you. 

Chop up some waves — and by waves, we mean your old t-shirts!

Join Surfrider Foundation and turn your old tees into reusable bags, so they can thrive in a new life! Learn all about their mission to keep our beaches & oceans healthy, their ‘Hold On To Your Butt’ campaign, and all their other totally rad programs.

Shirts and scissors provided, and feel free to bring your own shirt for the craft if you’d like! 

Dates:

May 18, 2025

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

About Surfrider Foundation, Galveston Chapter

Surfrider is dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world’s ocean, waves, and beaches for all people, through a powerful activist network. The Galveston Chapter was established over ten years ago, and we have been active with beach clean-ups, working towards the elimination of single-use plastics through the Bring the Bag campaign, and most recently, educating the public on cigarette butt trash through our Hold On To Your Butt campaign.

Looking for a free plant who thrives in this Galveston environment? 

Save the date for “Plants for the People” where we’ll be giving away native plants (donations welcome) to anyone who wants one! Grown with care by our friends at Galveston Bay Foundation, these plants will diversify and beautify your home. 

Funded by Clean Galveston and support from local partners.

Donate a canned food item (for St. Vincent’s House) & get a bonus PLANT!

Dates:

May 18, 2025

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market (3304 Market)

Get ready for Pride Month and dive into fun at GIFT’s booth!

Stop by the Love & Craft Corner for some family fun and learn how your support of GIFT’s June 14th fundraiser helps them make a real difference for our local LGBTQ+ community.

Date & Time

Sunday, May 18

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Sunday, June 1

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market

About Galveston Island Fundraising of Texas (GIFT)

GIFT is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Galveston County, Texas that is focused on raising funds, promoting equality, and providing resources to support initiatives that uplift the local LGBTQ+ community. Through membership dues and donations, we host fundraisers that assist local organizations in areas such as education, health and wellness, and food pantry assistance. Additionally, we are able to provide financial assistance to LGBTQ+ individuals in emergency situations through our Jerry Eubank Angel Fund. With each board member bringing experience from other nonprofit organizations, GIFT is proud to serve and make a lasting positive impact on the Galveston County LGBTQ+ community. Learn more>

Local Galvestonians Charlie & Lauren Eddy are facing a tough time, and as members of our GOFM orbit who are beloved by many, we’re coming together to lift them up!

These two have poured so much creativity into our community as talented artists and musicians. In particular, Charlie’s unique collage art is prized among many (and we’ve been lucky to offer his pieces at many of our OkraFest gala auctions!) Now, it’s our turn to show our love and pour some goodness their way.

Join us for a day at market where we’ll all make our own collages in tribute to our friend Charlie–and you can contribute a few shekels to their support as well. Come out, get creative and support some of our own who need to know how cherished they are!

Make a donation directly to their GoFundMe here>

Date & Time

Sunday, May 11

at Galveston’s Own Farmers Market

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM