Needs From: Belmont Office of Community-Engaged Learning and Service

Come join us for Pancakes & PJs with Santa! This Christmas celebration brings joy to our HopeKids families through a cozy morning filled with pancakes, festive activities, Santa visits, and more. HopeKids provides ongoing events, activities, and a unique support community for families who have a child with cancer or another life-threatening medical condition.

Volunteers may help with set-up, tear-down, check-in, stations, food service, and overall event support.

Please come dressed in your most festive Christmas PJs

We have ongoing needs for volunteers to support our patients and their loved ones. Patients at home often need someone to sit with them, so that their caregiver can leave the home to run errands or attend appointments. Patients who live alone benefit from companionship visits and even a volunteer who may help tidy their home or cook for them. Patients who have pets may wish for a volunteer to spend time with their animals (dog walking or playing with pets). Musicians can play/sing for patients. Volunteers who enjoy arts and crafts can guide patients in creating.

Patients in nursing homes often don't have anyone to visit them or their loved ones worry because they aren't able to visit as often as they'd like. Volunteers who visit patients in facilities talk with or read to patients, help their patients participate in facility activities like Bingo or meal times.

Most patients who want a volunteer only need a once a week visit. The visits are typically between 2-4 hours, depending on volunteer availability. Depending on a patient's condition, a volunteer may only visit once or they may have a long-term relationship. 

Volunteering is typically flexible with the volunteers' availability.
If you are interested, please apply here.

Thank you!

Ongoing items needed: 

Please drop-off or mail items to The Next Door Recovery at 402 22nd Ave N, Nashville, TN, 37203

Contact volunteer@thenextdoor.org or (610) 659-0824 with any questions.

Nashville International Center for Empowerment, established in 2005, is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) ethnic  community-based organization dedicated to ensuring refugees and immigrants achieve their full  potential now and for generations to come.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETE ON NICE WEBSITE: WWW.EMPOWERNASHVILLE.ORG/CAREERS

Title of Position:Youth NAZA After-School Program Intern  

Purpose: NICE hosts a NAZA-funded after-school program for English Learners that  focuses on building Academic, Literacy, and Social Emotional skills for middle school students. The program uses a positive youth development approach to promote youth leadership, healthy relationships, and instill a positive growth mindset for all learners.  

Commitment: 

Minimum:  15 hours/week 

Maximum: 25 hours/week  

Consistent availability Monday - Friday  between 10am-6pm; specific schedule to be negotiated with supervisor.  

Duties:   

Create an atmosphere of care, trust, and safety by intentionally building  healthy relationships with middle school participants.  

Learn about instructional strategies used with English Learners, especially  those with significant cultural barriers from first generation families.  

Lead activities, such as stations, lessons, games, and special events that   

Encourage skill development Support the NAZA after-school program  

Assist in development of lessons and activities that address student specific  barriers  

Perform research around SIFE specific instructional strategies  

Support volunteers and staff in working directly with students, teachers, and  school administrators to offer quality services aligned with local school and   

classroom goals  

Research and contact local partners to host special events and field trips for  the program  

Assist in gathering data on the impact and effectiveness of the program  

Requirements:  

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs  

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment  

Demonstrated effective communication skills  

Attention to detail and time management skills  

Preferences:  

• Experience working with diverse populations  

• Interest in child development, education, psychology, social work, nonprofit,  or related field  

Training:Attend an initial orientation meeting with the program manager. Attend ongoing training as required by the supervisor. Participate in mid-semester  and end-of-semester performance evaluations.  

Location:Interns will be placed at one of the following schools as specified by the supervisor: Antioch Middle School, Margaret Allen Middle School, Wright Middle School

Supervisor:This position reports to the Youth Education Program Manager and/or Youth Education site staff.

Please apply using the Internship Application form, and direct additional questions to the Volunteer & Training Coordinator at volunteer@empowernashville.org.  

Adult Education - ESL Intern

Nashville International Center for Empowerment, established in 2005, is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) ethnic  community-based organization dedicated to ensuring refugees and immigrants achieve their full  potential now and for generations to come.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETE ON NICE WEBSITE:  www.empowernashville.org/careers

 
Title of Position: Adult Education - ESL Intern

Internship Period: Flexible 

Purpose: The Adult Education program supports English language learners as they integrate into life in the US. Through programs like Citizenship Instruction, High School Equivalency, and English literacy courses, the department helps to shape the future for immigrants and refugees across Nashville. As an Adult Education Intern, you will gain valuable experience as you are trained to teach classes,  

implement curriculum, and contribute to administrative processes which support the overall program. In-person availability is required, though there will be opportunities for remote work. 

Commitment: 

Minimum: 10 hours per week

Maximum: 24 hours per week

Tuesday and Thursday availability required, preference for 6PM-8PM availability. The specific schedule to be negotiated with the supervisor. 

Duties/Experiences:The Adult Education program supports English language learners as they integrate into life in the US. As an Adult Education ESL Intern, you will help with all aspects of ESL programming including: 

ESL instruction 

lesson planning 

new student registration 

student evaluation 

teacher training 

Training: Attend an initial orientation meeting with the program manager. Attend ongoing training as required by the supervisor. Participate in mid-semester and end-of-semester performance evaluations. 

Location:417 Welshwood Drive, Nashville, TN 37211 (others as specified by supervisor).
Supervisor: This position answers to the Associate Manager of Curriculum and Instruction

Nashville International Center for Empowerment, established in 2005, is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) community-based organization dedicated to ensuring refugees and immigrants achieve their full potential now and for generations to come. 

All Applicant must apply on company website at www.empowernashville.org/careers

Title of Position:  Refugee Benefits Intern 

Purpose: NICE’s Refugee Benefits program supports recently arrived refugees to effectively use and maintain benefits that they need to support their families. Specifically, we focus on Department of Human Services benefits like SNAP (also known as Food Stamps) and TANF (also known as Families 

First). As well as, public health benefits such as TennCare and WIC. 

Commitment: 

Minimum: 10 hours/week 

Maximum: 15 hours/week 

2-3 days per week (9:00am-1:00pm); flexibility with hours to be discussed with supervisor. 

Duties: 

Provide benefits education, making sure that all families resettled with NICE understand their SNAP, TANF, TNCare & WIC benefits. 

Help with the paperwork necessary to get, maintain, and track the benefits that our clients need. 

Assist with planning, organizing, and implementing benefits orientations and other presentations 

Support processes to enroll families in the refugee benefits program 

Support client communications through phone calls and texts 

Organize important documents related to benefits 

Support clients with relevant benefit applications 

Transport clients, where needed 

Share information about benefits at community events 

Assist with program evaluation, through administering surveys 

Additional responsibilities as assigned 

Requirements: 

Strong written and verbal English proficiency 

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs 

Reliable transportation 

Effective communication skills 

A commitment to supporting refugee and low-income communities and an interest in learning more 

Preferences: 

Experience working with diverse populations 

Knowledge of and familiarity with refugee communities and/or relevant experience 

Language skills (Dari, Pashto, Arabic, Kinyarwanda, Swahili, Spanish, etc - not a requirement) 

Interest in the field of social services or social work 

Training: Attend an initial orientation meeting with the program manager. Attend ongoing training as required by the supervisor. Participate in performance evaluations as needed. 

Location: 417 Welshwood Dr, Suite 100, Nashville, TN 37211 

Supervisor: This position answers to the Refugee Benefits Manager, Kimberly Haines 

Please apply using the Internship Application form, and direct additional questions to the Volunteer & Training Coordinator at volunteer@empowernashville.org. 

Mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters

Make a meaningful impact in just a few hours a month. As a Big in our Site-Based Program, you’ll be matched with a local student (“Little”) based on shared interests and personality, making it easy to connect and build a genuine relationship.

What You’ll Do:

Meet with your Little 2–3 times per month during an after-school program or school day

Play games, help with homework, or just spend time talking

Encourage your Little’s confidence and curiosity

Why It Works:

Matches are made intentionally, so your shared interests make it natural to connect

Flexible scheduling that works with your class load

Training and ongoing support from BBBS staff

Commitment:

2–3 visits per month for one school year

It takes Little to be Big!

Antioch High School is needing help to refresh and reorganize the Resource Center so that it is efficient and ready to meet the needs of our students and family. Please contact Shatina Marshall if you/your team would like to help give the Antioch Resource Center a Refresh. The space is located on the Antioch High School campus.

When: Ongoing, starting Aug. 4th

In addition to special events at Cheekwood, there are many other volunteer opportunities such as the Cheekwood Docent Program, the Adult Volunteer Program and the Garden Volunteer Program that are ongoing.  Check them out at https://cheekwood.org/support/volunteer/.

Please be sure to Respond to this Need in addition to signing up through Cheekwood's website so that you can log your hours through Get Connected.

Dear Potential Volunteer,

Due to the COVID 19 pandemic, you are strongly encouraged to volunteer virtually rather than in person. In fact, many in-person volunteer opportunities have been cancelled in response to concerns over the virus. If you are considering volunteering for this Need, even though it’s not advised at this time, please be sure and contact the agency directly before signing up to make sure that the opportunity is still scheduled, and follow all of the CDC’s Guidelines to protect yourself and others.

If you choose to volunteer in person, you agree that you understand the associated risks and accept them.

For information about Virtual Volunteering, please check out http://getconnected.belmont.edu/virtual-volunteer-opportunities/

Stay safe and well!

HAPI provides free classes taught by a professional artist to a person with mental illness.  Additionally, HAPI encourages and advances HAPI artists by curating, managing, and promoting public exhibitions across Tennessee.  Exhibits close to peer support centers allow artists and their peers to view their art publicly.  Public display of their work builds artists' confidence and pride in their abilities and brings a new degree of respect and support from their family and friends.

Reports To: Executive Director

Job Summary:

As a Data Entry Specialist, you’ll contribute to the smooth functioning of HAPI’s web-based art database. Your attention to detail and commitment to accuracy will ensure that our records remain up-to-date and organized.

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

Data Input: Meticulously transfer information from physical documents (such as artist profiles, artwork details, and sales records) into digital spreadsheets. Maintain consistency and precision during data entry.

Record Updates: Regularly update artists’ profiles, including new artwork submissions and changes. Ensure accuracy in recording sales transactions and other relevant data.

Quality Assurance: Verify data entries for completeness, correctness, and adherence to established standards. Identify and rectify any discrepancies promptly.

Collaboration: Work closely with team members to maintain a comprehensive and well-organized art database. Communicate effectively to address any database-related issues.

Qualifications:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; adept at building relationships with key constituencies.

Self-directed style with the ability to work independently, proactively, and efficiently with only moderate direction or supervision. Effectively follows through on assignments.

·         Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to data entry and record maintenance.

·         Time Management: Ability to work within flexible hours, accommodating students’ schedules.

·         Collaborative Spirit: Ensuring data accuracy through effective coordination with colleagues.

·         Commitment: Dedication to maintaining an accurate and accessible art database and to serving, giving back to the community

·         Great problem-solving skills.

Do you speak and/or write in a language other than English? The Branch would love your help! We serve immigrants from many countries and have ongoing language assistance needs (especially Spanish and Arabic) to help greet people in multiple languages, to work with staff and neighbors on identifying short-term and long-term needs, and in helping interpret at workshops for the community. We require a 1-hour orientation and training via Zoom.

To start, please visit the link below to fill out a 1st time volunteer with The Branch of Nashville and a waiver.

https://the-branch-of-nashville.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=47402

Then send us an email!

AncoraTN (Formerly End Slavery Tennessee) nurtures survivor healing and strategically combats human trafficking in Tennessee. A huge part of End Slavery Tennessee's mission is trauma-informed case management for human trafficking survivors; this means we don't routinely offer volunteer opportunities working directly with survivors.  However, you can make a direct impact for survivors by hosting a Gift Card drive or raising funds to purchase items on our Wish Lists. Here's more information:

Dear Potential Volunteer,

Due to the COVID 19 pandemic, you are strongly encouraged to volunteer virtually rather than in person. In fact, many in-person volunteer opportunities have been cancelled in response to concerns over the virus. If you are considering volunteering for this Need, even though it’s not advised at this time, please be sure and contact the agency directly before signing up to make sure that the opportunity is still scheduled, and follow all of the CDC’s Guidelines to protect yourself and others.

If you choose to volunteer in person, you agree that you understand the associated risks and accept them.

For information about Virtual Volunteering, please check out http://getconnected.belmont.edu/virtual-volunteer-opportunities/

Stay safe and well!

Want to deliver health and hope to the world, but don’t have any medical experience? No problem, we need you to help with our packaging process. 

Project C.U.R.E. distributes all sorts of medical supplies, including fragile biomedical equipment. This equipment takes extra care to ensure it arrives safely at its destination. We have all the supplies you could ever need: foam, bubble wrap, cardboard, plastic and more. 

We only need someone to give each piece a little extra attention. If you can mail a package, you can help save lives throughout the developing world. Schedule is flexible and can be determined by the volunteer. 

Dear Potential Volunteer,

Due to the COVID 19 pandemic, you are strongly encouraged to volunteer virtually rather than in person. In fact, many in-person volunteer opportunities have been cancelled in response to concerns over the virus. If you are considering volunteering for this Need, even though it’s not advised at this time, please be sure and contact the agency directly before signing up to make sure that the opportunity is still scheduled, and follow all of the CDC’s Guidelines to protect yourself and others.

If you choose to volunteer in person, you agree that you understand the associated risks and accept them.

For information about Virtual Volunteering, please check out http://getconnected.belmont.edu/virtual-volunteer-opportunities/

Stay safe and well!

Various opportunities are available throughout the week. Contact us to see how you might use your expertise to deliver health and hope to the world. 

Dear Potential Volunteer,

Due to the COVID 19 pandemic, you are strongly encouraged to volunteer virtually rather than in person. In fact, many in-person volunteer opportunities have been cancelled in response to concerns over the virus. If you are considering volunteering for this Need, even though it’s not advised at this time, please be sure and contact the agency directly before signing up to make sure that the opportunity is still scheduled, and follow all of the CDC’s Guidelines to protect yourself and others.

If you choose to volunteer in person, you agree that you understand the associated risks and accept them.

For information about Virtual Volunteering, please check out http://getconnected.belmont.edu/virtual-volunteer-opportunities/

Stay safe and well!

YWCA offers internships to undergraduate and graduate students in many areas of study each semester.  Our program is structured to provide relevant experience in non-profit programming, leadership, and social services.  A full list of internship openings is available here.

Dear Potential Volunteer,

Due to the ongoing COVID 19 pandemic, we still recommend that you consider volunteering virtually rather than in person. In fact, some in-person volunteer opportunities have been cancelled or scaled back in response to concerns over the virus. If you are considering volunteering for this Need, please be sure and contact the agency directly before signing up to make sure that the opportunity is still scheduled, and follow all of the agency’s and Belmont’s COVID Protocols and the  CDC’s Guidelines to protect yourself and others.

If you choose to volunteer in person, you agree that you understand the associated risks and accept them.

For information about Virtual Volunteering, please check out Belmont University Office of Service-Learning

Stay safe and well!

Come deliver meals and have the best lunch date ever! 

Over 3,000 seniors in Cheatham, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson, and Wilson Counties would love to meet you.

Volunteers are often the only person seniors may see daily so you will truly make a difference for a lonely senior!

MCHRA is currently especially in need for volunteer in the Clarksville area to deliver meals. 

Please sign up here and also complete the volunteer application on our website.

You are welcome to bring your children to deliver the meals, if desired. 

Please note that Meals-on-Wheels Volunteers pack and deliver the lunches on weekdays only. Meals are packed and delivered Monday through Friday around 10:30am. We currently do NOT have evening or weekend opportunities available. We only accept volunteers who can make an ongoing commitment and are unable to accomodate one-time volunteers at this time. 

We look forward to meeting you!

Come deliver meals and have the best lunch date ever! 

Over 3,000 seniors in Cheatham, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson, and Wilson Counties would love to meet you.

Volunteers are often the only person seniors may see daily so you will truly make a difference for a lonely senior!

Please sign up here and also complete the volunteer application on our website.

You are welcome to bring your children to deliver the meals, if desired. 

Please note that Meals-on-Wheels Volunteers pack and deliver the lunches on weekdays only. Meals are packed and delivered Monday through Friday around 10:30am. We currently do NOT have evening or weekend opportunities available. We only accept volunteers who can make an ongoing commitment and are unable to accomodate one-time volunteers at this time. 

We look forward to meeting you!

Come deliver meals and have the best lunch date ever! 

Over 3,000 seniors in Cheatham, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson, and Wilson Counties would love to meet you.

Volunteers are often the only person seniors may see daily so you will truly make a difference for a lonely senior!

Please sign up here and also complete the volunteer application on our website.

You are welcome to bring your children to deliver the meals, if desired. 

Please note that Meals-on-Wheels Volunteers pack and deliver the lunches on weekdays only. Meals are packed and delivered Monday through Friday around 10:30am. We currently do NOT have evening or weekend opportunities available. We only accept volunteers who can make an ongoing commitment and are unable to accomodate one-time volunteers at this time. 

We look forward to meeting you!

Come deliver meals and have the best lunch date ever! 

Over 3,000 seniors in Cheatham, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson, and Wilson Counties would love to meet you.

Volunteers are often the only person seniors may see daily so you will truly make a difference for a lonely senior!

Please sign up here and also complete the volunteer application on our website.

You are welcome to bring your children to deliver the meals, if desired. 

Please note that Meals-on-Wheels Volunteers pack and deliver the lunches on weekdays only. Meals are packed and delivered Monday through Friday around 10:30am. We currently do NOT have evening or weekend opportunities available. We only accept volunteers who can make an ongoing commitment and are unable to accomodate one-time volunteers at this time. 

We look forward to meeting you!

Come deliver meals and have the best lunch date ever! 

Over 3,000 seniors in Cheatham, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson, and Wilson Counties would love to meet you.

Volunteers are often the only person seniors may see daily so you will truly make a difference for a lonely senior!

Please sign up here and also complete the volunteer application on our website.

You are welcome to bring your children to deliver the meals, if desired. 

Please note that Meals-on-Wheels Volunteers pack and deliver the lunches on weekdays only. Meals are packed and delivered Monday through Friday around 10:30am. We currently do NOT have evening or weekend opportunities available. We only accept volunteers who can make an ongoing commitment and are unable to accomodate one-time volunteers at this time. 

We look forward to meeting you!

Come deliver meals and have the best lunch date ever! 

Over 3,000 seniors in Cheatham, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson, and Wilson Counties would love to meet you.

Volunteers are often the only person seniors may see daily so you will truly make a difference for a lonely senior!

Please sign up here and also complete the volunteer application on our website.

You are welcome to bring your children to deliver the meals, if desired. 

Please note that Meals-on-Wheels Volunteers pack and deliver the lunches on weekdays only. Meals are packed and delivered Monday through Friday around 10:30am. We currently do NOT have evening or weekend opportunities available. We only accept volunteers who can make an ongoing commitment and are unable to accomodate one-time volunteers at this time. 

We look forward to meeting you!

Come deliver meals and have the best lunch date ever! 

Over 3,000 seniors in Cheatham, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson, and Wilson Counties would love to meet you.

Volunteers are often the only person seniors may see daily so you will truly make a difference for a lonely senior!

Please sign up here and also complete the volunteer application on our website.

You are welcome to bring your children to deliver the meals, if desired. 

Please note that Meals-on-Wheels Volunteers pack and deliver the lunches on weekdays only. Meals are packed and delivered Monday through Friday around 10:30am. We currently do NOT have evening or weekend opportunities available. We only accept volunteers who can make an ongoing commitment and are unable to accomodate one-time volunteers at this time. 

We look forward to meeting you!

Come deliver meals and have the best lunch date ever! 

Over 3,000 seniors in Cheatham, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson, and Wilson Counties would love to meet you.

Volunteers are often the only person seniors may see daily so you will truly make a difference for a lonely senior!

Please sign up here and also complete the volunteer application on our website.

You are welcome to bring your children to deliver the meals, if desired. 

Please note that Meals-on-Wheels Volunteers pack and deliver the lunches on weekdays only. Meals are packed and delivered Monday through Friday around 10:30am. We currently do NOT have evening or weekend opportunities available. We only accept volunteers who can make an ongoing commitment and are unable to accomodate one-time volunteers at this time. 

We look forward to meeting you!

Come deliver meals and have the best lunch date ever! 

Over 3,000 seniors in Cheatham, Dickson, Houston, Humphreys, Montgomery, Robertson, Rutherford, Stewart, Sumner, Trousdale, Williamson, and Wilson Counties would love to meet you.

Volunteers are often the only person seniors may see daily so you will truly make a difference for a lonely senior!

Please sign up here and also complete the volunteer application on our website.

You are welcome to bring your children to deliver the meals, if desired. 

Please note that Meals-on-Wheels Volunteers pack and deliver the lunches on weekdays only. Meals are packed and delivered Monday through Friday around 10:30am. We currently do NOT have evening or weekend opportunities available. We only accept volunteers who can make an ongoing commitment and are unable to accomodate one-time volunteers at this time. 

We look forward to meeting you!