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

Volunteer: Volunteers needed in classrooms

At Junior Achievement, we give young people the knowledge and skills they need to own their economic success, plan for their future, and make smart academic and economic choices. Volunteers play a key role in bringing Junior Achievement to life.

By sharing your personal and professional experiences and skills with students from your community, you help them make the connection between what they are learning in school and what they will need to succeed in work and life.

Junior Achievement makes volunteering fulfilling, with flexible scheduling options. Our curriculum provides everything you need to make participation in JA interactive and engaging for students. For as little as one hour a week, you can make a difference in the lives of young people in your community.

A number of teachers throughout Middle Tennessee have requested programs in their classroom, making it convenient to partner with a school close to your home, office or college campus.

For additional information about volunteering and details regarding training, please visit our website.

Agency: Junior Achievement of Middle TN

At Junior Achievement, we give young people the knowledge and skills they need to own their economic success, plan for their future, and make smart academic and economic choices. Volunteers play a key role in bringing Junior Achievement to life.

By sharing your personal and professional experiences and skills with students from your community, you help them make the connection between what they are learning in school and what they will need to succeed in work and life.

Junior Achievement makes volunteering fulfilling, with flexible scheduling options. Our curriculum provides everything you need to make participation in JA interactive and engaging for students. For as little as one hour a week, you can make a difference in the lives of young people in your community.

A number of teachers throughout Middle Tennessee have requested programs in their classroom, making it convenient to partner with a school close to your home, office or college campus.

For additional information about volunteering and details regarding training, please visit our website.

Agency: Junior Achievement of Middle TN

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 37204

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Empower Young People to Own Their Economic Success – Teach JA!

Make an exciting difference in the future of Middle Tennessee students by teaching Junior Achievement curricula! By volunteering for JA, you can inspire young people to experience the realities and opportunities of the new global marketplace. JA is the nonprofit leader in providing hands-on, innovative financial literacy, work-readiness, and entrepreneurship educational needs. We need JA volunteers to take JA Ourselves into Kindergarten classrooms at Glendale Elementary School. 


Today, JA reaches more than 4.8 million students per year in more than 100 markets across the United States.
Visit janash.com for more information about JA.

Agency: Junior Achievement of Middle TN

Make an exciting difference in the future of Middle Tennessee students by teaching Junior Achievement curricula! By volunteering for JA, you can inspire young people to experience the realities and opportunities of the new global marketplace. JA is the nonprofit leader in providing hands-on, innovative financial literacy, work-readiness, and entrepreneurship educational needs. We need JA volunteers to take JA Ourselves into Kindergarten classrooms at Glendale Elementary School. 


Today, JA reaches more than 4.8 million students per year in more than 100 markets across the United States.
Visit janash.com for more information about JA.

Agency: Junior Achievement of Middle TN

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37204

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Refugee/Immigrant Health Intern

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

 

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. 

 

 Title of Position: Health Intern 

 

Purpose:  The Health Intern will primarily support intensive case management, health education, and mental health care coordination services for vulnerable refugee and immigrant populations; and will also help carry out projects related to refugee health and wellness.  

 

Commitment: 

Minimum: 15 hours per week

Maximum: 30 hours per week

Specific schedule to be negotiated with supervisor  

 

Duties:  

Demonstrate knowledge of the refugee resettlement process; local and national stakeholders in refugee health services; and the barriers that refugees may experience while interacting with government entities, healthcare organizations, and social work professionals. 

Achieve fluency in intensive case management procedures such as client intake, documentation of referrals, streamlining referral processes, and case closure 

Analyse intake forms, progress forms, and exit forms across all NICE programs for opportunities for mental health referrals and tracking holistic wellbeing outcomes 

Create exit interviews with mental health related information 

Support the compilation of diaspora community connections / networking into a usable resource for NICE staff 

Provide needs assessments of diaspora communities capacity for mental health related information/referrals 

Implement Nashville-Neighbours style program of health-education for higher need clients with chronic disease (asthma, diabetes, etc) 

Streamline administrative needs for health education (health care navigation and maternal health) 

Create and implement organizational/administrative tools for health education service provisions (organizing partner lists, event calendar organization, etc) 

Receive thorough feedback from program managers  

Other duties as assigned 


Requirements: 

Excellent written and oral English proficiency 

Advanced computer and typing skills 

Reliable transportation 

Commitment to adhering to agreed-upon schedule 


Preferences:  Activities for the program will be completed at the NICE office but some off site appointments or events may be needed. Specific modifications can be made in discussion with the Director of Health.   Ability to provide transportation for clients in your personal vehicle is preferrable but not required

Location:  417 Welshwood Dr., Nashville, TN 37211 

Supervisor:This position reports to the Director of Health, Nadia Rahman


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

Agency: Nashville International Center for Empowerment

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

 

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. 

 

 Title of Position: Health Intern 

 

Purpose:  The Health Intern will primarily support intensive case management, health education, and mental health care coordination services for vulnerable refugee and immigrant populations; and will also help carry out projects related to refugee health and wellness.  

 

Commitment: 

Minimum: 15 hours per week

Maximum: 30 hours per week

Specific schedule to be negotiated with supervisor  

 

Duties:  

Demonstrate knowledge of the refugee resettlement process; local and national stakeholders in refugee health services; and the barriers that refugees may experience while interacting with government entities, healthcare organizations, and social work professionals. 

Achieve fluency in intensive case management procedures such as client intake, documentation of referrals, streamlining referral processes, and case closure 

Analyse intake forms, progress forms, and exit forms across all NICE programs for opportunities for mental health referrals and tracking holistic wellbeing outcomes 

Create exit interviews with mental health related information 

Support the compilation of diaspora community connections / networking into a usable resource for NICE staff 

Provide needs assessments of diaspora communities capacity for mental health related information/referrals 

Implement Nashville-Neighbours style program of health-education for higher need clients with chronic disease (asthma, diabetes, etc) 

Streamline administrative needs for health education (health care navigation and maternal health) 

Create and implement organizational/administrative tools for health education service provisions (organizing partner lists, event calendar organization, etc) 

Receive thorough feedback from program managers  

Other duties as assigned 


Requirements: 

Excellent written and oral English proficiency 

Advanced computer and typing skills 

Reliable transportation 

Commitment to adhering to agreed-upon schedule 


Preferences:  Activities for the program will be completed at the NICE office but some off site appointments or events may be needed. Specific modifications can be made in discussion with the Director of Health.   Ability to provide transportation for clients in your personal vehicle is preferrable but not required

Location:  417 Welshwood Dr., Nashville, TN 37211 

Supervisor:This position reports to the Director of Health, Nadia Rahman


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

Agency: Nashville International Center for Empowerment

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37211

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Animate our Characters of Character

We are looking to animate our nine animal characters, Behavior Bear, Do'er Duck, Friendship Frog, Healthy Hippo, Manners Monkey, Respectful Rabbit, Responsible Rabbit, Self-Esteem Elephant and Warm-Hearted Walrus.  Using 2D Vector files, and adobe to bring these characters to life in short animations. We'll start out simple and grow from there! Would love for you to join our journey!

Agency: Characters of Character NFP Inc.

We are looking to animate our nine animal characters, Behavior Bear, Do'er Duck, Friendship Frog, Healthy Hippo, Manners Monkey, Respectful Rabbit, Responsible Rabbit, Self-Esteem Elephant and Warm-Hearted Walrus.  Using 2D Vector files, and adobe to bring these characters to life in short animations. We'll start out simple and grow from there! Would love for you to join our journey!

Agency: Characters of Character NFP Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37010

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Campus Ambassador

At Ella's House, we exist to support pregnant and parenting students in Middle Tennessee through housing, community, and mental health and wellness initiatives to provide holistic help--through semesters and trimesters. 

We are looking for students with a heart and passion for helping others. The campus ambassador program is for current college students that are involved on their campus. Campus ambassadors' job is to help spread awareness, educate peers, and recruit new volunteers.

Requirements:

1. Meet with volunteer coordinator at the beginning of the semester to set goals. (Ex. “I want to serve every Wednesday afternoon” or “I want to help plan a mommy mixer”)

2. Actively serve at Ella’s House throughout the year; Minimum is 1x a month.

3. Assist EH staff at your campus’ service fair and the “finals coffee” table on campus.

4. Serve at the annual fundraiser, Night Circus, in early February.

5. Complete end of year survey and nominate 2 peers you think should be an ambassador next year.

Agency: Ella's House

At Ella's House, we exist to support pregnant and parenting students in Middle Tennessee through housing, community, and mental health and wellness initiatives to provide holistic help--through semesters and trimesters. 

We are looking for students with a heart and passion for helping others. The campus ambassador program is for current college students that are involved on their campus. Campus ambassadors' job is to help spread awareness, educate peers, and recruit new volunteers.

Requirements:

1. Meet with volunteer coordinator at the beginning of the semester to set goals. (Ex. “I want to serve every Wednesday afternoon” or “I want to help plan a mommy mixer”)

2. Actively serve at Ella’s House throughout the year; Minimum is 1x a month.

3. Assist EH staff at your campus’ service fair and the “finals coffee” table on campus.

4. Serve at the annual fundraiser, Night Circus, in early February.

5. Complete end of year survey and nominate 2 peers you think should be an ambassador next year.

Agency: Ella's House

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37204

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Junior Board Member

Always looking for board members. Learn about the inner workings of a non-profit. Provide insight from the perspective of the next generation. 

Agency: The Cookery

Always looking for board members. Learn about the inner workings of a non-profit. Provide insight from the perspective of the next generation. 

Agency: The Cookery

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37203

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Friendly Visitor at Trevecca Towers

GNRC is partnering with Trevecca Towers to pair Friendly Visitors with Residents at the Senior Living Highrise. Residents at Trevecca Towers are 62 years and up, some are younger if they have a disability. Many of the residents are quite isolated and would greatly benefit from a connection with a community volunteer. 

Commitment: Spend time regularly with your assigned residents at least once a month. Visits can vary in length based on mutual comfort. Once you have been matched, visits can be coordinated directly between resident and volunteer. 

You can spend time talking, playing games, reading, doing crafts or crossword puzzles depending on mutual interest. Many residents are also interested in help navigating their cell phone. So, if you are well versed and able to help spent some time explaining how to do things, that would be appreciated. Some clients need help with light household tasks.

Next steps: Please express interest in the opportunity and we will reach out to you with more details, to match you with a resident and to schedule an initial visit. After the initial visit you will be able to schedule your visits directly with the residents independently. If you'd like to visit more than one resident, we can arrange for that as well.

 

Agency: Greater Nashville Regional Council (GNRC)

GNRC is partnering with Trevecca Towers to pair Friendly Visitors with Residents at the Senior Living Highrise. Residents at Trevecca Towers are 62 years and up, some are younger if they have a disability. Many of the residents are quite isolated and would greatly benefit from a connection with a community volunteer. 

Commitment: Spend time regularly with your assigned residents at least once a month. Visits can vary in length based on mutual comfort. Once you have been matched, visits can be coordinated directly between resident and volunteer. 

You can spend time talking, playing games, reading, doing crafts or crossword puzzles depending on mutual interest. Many residents are also interested in help navigating their cell phone. So, if you are well versed and able to help spent some time explaining how to do things, that would be appreciated. Some clients need help with light household tasks.

Next steps: Please express interest in the opportunity and we will reach out to you with more details, to match you with a resident and to schedule an initial visit. After the initial visit you will be able to schedule your visits directly with the residents independently. If you'd like to visit more than one resident, we can arrange for that as well.

 

Agency: Greater Nashville Regional Council (GNRC)

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37210

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Bow-Wow Breakout Dogs

Make a dogs weekend!  Take a dog on a bow-wow breakout and let them spend time chilling at home, walking on the greenway, or whatever other fun event you can think of!  A bow-wow breakout helps our dogs get a break from the kennel and introduces them to new people, environments, and new experiences...and it helps them get adopted! 

This is the volunteering option for you if you need a small amount of hours! 

Available 12-4pm 7 days a week.  All dogs must return to the shelter by 4pm. 

If you do keep the dog at your residence overnight the maximum number of service hours you can receive will be 8 hours per day.    

No dogs are allowed overnights at any campus housing.  If you live off-campus you MUST provide MACC staff written permission from your landlord that dogs are ok on the premises overnight.  

Please complete the application Foster Application and a representative from Metro Animal Care and Control will reach out to you with the next steps!  

Thanks for your interest! 

**NOTE: Belmont, Fisk and Trevecca Universities, do NOT allow pets in on-campus housing. Fostering or keeping dogs overnight is only available to students who live off-campus and whose landlords allow pets. All students should verify with their landlords that pets are allowed before signing up to foster.

Agency: Metro Animal Care and Control

Make a dogs weekend!  Take a dog on a bow-wow breakout and let them spend time chilling at home, walking on the greenway, or whatever other fun event you can think of!  A bow-wow breakout helps our dogs get a break from the kennel and introduces them to new people, environments, and new experiences...and it helps them get adopted! 

This is the volunteering option for you if you need a small amount of hours! 

Available 12-4pm 7 days a week.  All dogs must return to the shelter by 4pm. 

If you do keep the dog at your residence overnight the maximum number of service hours you can receive will be 8 hours per day.    

No dogs are allowed overnights at any campus housing.  If you live off-campus you MUST provide MACC staff written permission from your landlord that dogs are ok on the premises overnight.  

Please complete the application Foster Application and a representative from Metro Animal Care and Control will reach out to you with the next steps!  

Thanks for your interest! 

**NOTE: Belmont, Fisk and Trevecca Universities, do NOT allow pets in on-campus housing. Fostering or keeping dogs overnight is only available to students who live off-campus and whose landlords allow pets. All students should verify with their landlords that pets are allowed before signing up to foster.

Agency: Metro Animal Care and Control

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37211

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Animation to music

We have songs for our Characters of Character and would like to make a short video/cartoon fun animations to go along with them using our characters. First up, Friendship Frog!

Agency: Characters of Character NFP Inc.

We have songs for our Characters of Character and would like to make a short video/cartoon fun animations to go along with them using our characters. First up, Friendship Frog!

Agency: Characters of Character NFP Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37010

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Food Organizer

Help sorting and organizing food at our food bank.

Agency: East Brentwood Presbyterian Church

Help sorting and organizing food at our food bank.

Agency: East Brentwood Presbyterian Church

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37211

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: LifNav Outreach Meal Service

Join our LIFNAV outreach team during meal services on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays 12pm-2pm as they provide meals to those living in encampments. You can provide needed assistance while getting an up-close view on the impact the program is having in our community!

* Please note you will meet a team member at Nashville Area Command to ride in the LifNav food service vehicle.


Please respond to this need on Get Connected. Register for this opportunity here: https://cerv.is/0266gEWinsC

Do not show up unless you have registered at the above link.

Agency: The Salvation Army Nashville

Join our LIFNAV outreach team during meal services on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays 12pm-2pm as they provide meals to those living in encampments. You can provide needed assistance while getting an up-close view on the impact the program is having in our community!

* Please note you will meet a team member at Nashville Area Command to ride in the LifNav food service vehicle.


Please respond to this need on Get Connected. Register for this opportunity here: https://cerv.is/0266gEWinsC

Do not show up unless you have registered at the above link.

Agency: The Salvation Army Nashville

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37207

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Sack Lunch Meals- Nashville

Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday 9am-11am or 11am-1pm to assist in preparing sack lunches for those in our community fighting food insecurity. 

 

Tasks can include food prep and cleanup.

 

Dress code: Must wear pants and closed toe shoes, as well as be modestly dressed (no short shirts) If you do not dress appropriately, you will be asked to leave and come back with proper attire.  

 

*No children under the age of 18 years old.


RESPOND IN GET CONNECTED. TO SIGN UP FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY REGISTER HERE https://cerv.is/0266gh2Dmow


Please do not show up unless you have registered for the opportunity at the above link. 

Agency: The Salvation Army Nashville

Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday 9am-11am or 11am-1pm to assist in preparing sack lunches for those in our community fighting food insecurity. 

 

Tasks can include food prep and cleanup.

 

Dress code: Must wear pants and closed toe shoes, as well as be modestly dressed (no short shirts) If you do not dress appropriately, you will be asked to leave and come back with proper attire.  

 

*No children under the age of 18 years old.


RESPOND IN GET CONNECTED. TO SIGN UP FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY REGISTER HERE https://cerv.is/0266gh2Dmow


Please do not show up unless you have registered for the opportunity at the above link. 

Agency: The Salvation Army Nashville

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37207

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Ensemble Music International--Facilitator

We are seeking a person that can support the Ensemble International Director. The ensemble has a director based abroad, and this role will act as facilitator for rehearsals twice a month and preparation for special events. 
Responsibilities:

Facilitate in-person rehearsals and fine-tune the ensemble’s performance in alignment with the compositions and music arrangements from the director.

Rehearsal Time (2 hours every two weeks)
 
The practices are taking place at El Shaddai Christian Church Historic Building at 10604 Concord Rd. Brentwood TN 37027

Margaret Castro, Pastor
mcastro@elshaddaicc.org
El Shaddai Christian Church
9826 Concord Rd
Brentwood, TN 37027

www.historicconcordchurch.org

www.elshaddaicc.org

Agency: Belmont Community-Engaged Learning and Service

We are seeking a person that can support the Ensemble International Director. The ensemble has a director based abroad, and this role will act as facilitator for rehearsals twice a month and preparation for special events. 
Responsibilities:

Facilitate in-person rehearsals and fine-tune the ensemble’s performance in alignment with the compositions and music arrangements from the director.

Rehearsal Time (2 hours every two weeks)
 
The practices are taking place at El Shaddai Christian Church Historic Building at 10604 Concord Rd. Brentwood TN 37027

Margaret Castro, Pastor
mcastro@elshaddaicc.org
El Shaddai Christian Church
9826 Concord Rd
Brentwood, TN 37027

www.historicconcordchurch.org

www.elshaddaicc.org

Agency: Belmont Community-Engaged Learning and Service

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37027

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Boys & Girls Club Afterschool Lesson Plans

Need created to log hours for doing lesson plans for Boys & Girls Club

Agency: Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee

Need created to log hours for doing lesson plans for Boys & Girls Club

Agency: Boys & Girls Clubs of Middle Tennessee

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37212

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: After-school homework help

WE'D LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN US ON OUR JOURNEY TOGETHER FOR WHOLENESS IN SOUTH NASHVILLE.


Become a coach for Empower Sports. We’re looking for great people who want to pour into our students through coaching flag football.Tutoring assistance for our students struggling with academic assignments in our homework help room. Students range from kindergarten through eighth grade.


Agency: Harvest Hands CDC

WE'D LOVE FOR YOU TO JOIN US ON OUR JOURNEY TOGETHER FOR WHOLENESS IN SOUTH NASHVILLE.


Become a coach for Empower Sports. We’re looking for great people who want to pour into our students through coaching flag football.Tutoring assistance for our students struggling with academic assignments in our homework help room. Students range from kindergarten through eighth grade.


Agency: Harvest Hands CDC

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37210

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Metro Animal Care and Control Street Team

Are you interested in helping Metro Animal Care and Control (MACC) and engaging in your community in an active and hands-on environment?  Are you looking for a short-term volunteer opportunity?  Do you enjoy talking directly to members of your community?  Join the MACC Street Team!  We are looking for a diverse group of team members who can walk, drive, bike, roller skate, hop, etc…to various locations throughout Davidson County to hang flyers and talk with local community members about upcoming shelter events, found animals, rabies/microchip clinics, long-stay shelter dogs, and more!  Help us advocate for MACC shelter animals and help manage community business bulletin boards, local business contacts, and organizations where flyers can be placed.  This is a great way to get a few volunteer hours in and help spread the mission of MACC throughout Davidson County.  Please consider joining us if you like the following; scavenger hunts, walking, driving, or biking to new establishments, talking with local organizations and business owners, love organization, and like to collaborate with a team of dedicated volunteers!  Interested volunteers must complete the MACC Volunteer Application and complete a virtual volunteer orientation.  Volunteers will receive 10 minutes of service credit for each flyer they put up.

Agency: Metro Animal Care and Control

Are you interested in helping Metro Animal Care and Control (MACC) and engaging in your community in an active and hands-on environment?  Are you looking for a short-term volunteer opportunity?  Do you enjoy talking directly to members of your community?  Join the MACC Street Team!  We are looking for a diverse group of team members who can walk, drive, bike, roller skate, hop, etc…to various locations throughout Davidson County to hang flyers and talk with local community members about upcoming shelter events, found animals, rabies/microchip clinics, long-stay shelter dogs, and more!  Help us advocate for MACC shelter animals and help manage community business bulletin boards, local business contacts, and organizations where flyers can be placed.  This is a great way to get a few volunteer hours in and help spread the mission of MACC throughout Davidson County.  Please consider joining us if you like the following; scavenger hunts, walking, driving, or biking to new establishments, talking with local organizations and business owners, love organization, and like to collaborate with a team of dedicated volunteers!  Interested volunteers must complete the MACC Volunteer Application and complete a virtual volunteer orientation.  Volunteers will receive 10 minutes of service credit for each flyer they put up.

Agency: Metro Animal Care and Control

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37211

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: MyRide West Tennessee Waymaker

At MyRide West TN, we are dedicated to supporting as many older adults as possible. We are always striving to make a difference in people's lives! You can help us with that mission by by becoming a "Waymaker". Our volunteers drivers do more than just drive, they are a listening ear, a hand to hold, a smile when someone is down and a friendly face. So we like to say we have "Waymakers" because they 'make a way for our older adults in our community'. We only ask our "Waymakers" to commit 3 hours a month, but encourage you to do as much as you feel led to do.

To find more information and complete the volunteer application please visit https://www.myridewesttn.org/ or call 844-803-0169.

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

At MyRide West TN, we are dedicated to supporting as many older adults as possible. We are always striving to make a difference in people's lives! You can help us with that mission by by becoming a "Waymaker". Our volunteers drivers do more than just drive, they are a listening ear, a hand to hold, a smile when someone is down and a friendly face. So we like to say we have "Waymakers" because they 'make a way for our older adults in our community'. We only ask our "Waymakers" to commit 3 hours a month, but encourage you to do as much as you feel led to do.

To find more information and complete the volunteer application please visit https://www.myridewesttn.org/ or call 844-803-0169.

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 38305

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Medicare Counselor - South Central Tennessee

The Tennessee State Health Insurance Assistance Program (TN SHIP) is a free, non-based Medicare counseling program that assists Medicare beneficiaries and their families make the best choices for their health care needs. We are in need of volunteers in the community to assist with answering Medicare questions, attending community events, entering data and more.

Each volunteer will be provided training and resources to ensure they understand how to navigate Medicare to help others.

We are looking for volunteers is the following counties of Tennessee:

Bedford Coffee Franklin Giles Hickman Lawrence Lewis Lincoln Marshall Maury Moore Perry Wayne

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

The Tennessee State Health Insurance Assistance Program (TN SHIP) is a free, non-based Medicare counseling program that assists Medicare beneficiaries and their families make the best choices for their health care needs. We are in need of volunteers in the community to assist with answering Medicare questions, attending community events, entering data and more.

Each volunteer will be provided training and resources to ensure they understand how to navigate Medicare to help others.

We are looking for volunteers is the following counties of Tennessee:

Bedford Coffee Franklin Giles Hickman Lawrence Lewis Lincoln Marshall Maury Moore Perry Wayne

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 38474

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Whitwell; Marion County, TN

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Marion County (Whitwell, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Whitwell Senior Citizens Center; 900 Main St, Suite 2, Whitwell, TN 37391

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 10a - 12p. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Sandra Seiber at 865-804-9489 or 423-685-5000

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Marion County (Whitwell, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Whitwell Senior Citizens Center; 900 Main St, Suite 2, Whitwell, TN 37391

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 10a - 12p. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Sandra Seiber at 865-804-9489 or 423-685-5000

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37397

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Selmer, McNairy County, TN

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in McNairy County (Selmer, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Selmer Senior Center located at 230 North 5th Street, Selmer, TN 38375.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Patsy Winfield at 731-549-3720

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in McNairy County (Selmer, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Selmer Senior Center located at 230 North 5th Street, Selmer, TN 38375.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Patsy Winfield at 731-549-3720

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37375

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Union County, Tennessee

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Union County (Maynardville, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Union County Senior Center located at 298 Main St, Maynardville, TN 37807.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Alicia Davis at amdavis@ethra.org or 865-691-2551 x 4210.

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Union County (Maynardville, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Union County Senior Center located at 298 Main St, Maynardville, TN 37807.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Alicia Davis at amdavis@ethra.org or 865-691-2551 x 4210.

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37807

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Scott County, Tennessee

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Scott County (Oneida, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Scott County Nutrition site located at 215 Sunset Dr, Oneida, TN 37841.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Alicia Davis at amdavis@ethra.org 865-691-2551 x 4210.

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Scott County (Oneida, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Scott County Nutrition site located at 215 Sunset Dr, Oneida, TN 37841.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Alicia Davis at amdavis@ethra.org 865-691-2551 x 4210.

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37841

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Oak, Ridge, Anderson County, TN

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Anderson County (Oak Ridge, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Oak Ridge Senior Center located at 1403 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN 37830.

Time Commitment

Deliveries and kitchen help are needed in the mornings Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Alicia Davis at amdavis@ethra.org 865-691-2551 x 4210.

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Anderson County (Oak Ridge, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Oak Ridge Senior Center located at 1403 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN 37830.

Time Commitment

Deliveries and kitchen help are needed in the mornings Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Alicia Davis at amdavis@ethra.org 865-691-2551 x 4210.

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37830

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Morgan County, Tennessee

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Morgan County (Wartburg, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Morgan County East Tennessee Human Resources Agency (ETHRA) Office located at 1111 Knoxville Hwy, Wartburg, TN 37887.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings on Fridays from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Alicia Davis at amdavis@ethra.org or 865-691-2551 x 4210.

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Morgan County (Wartburg, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Morgan County East Tennessee Human Resources Agency (ETHRA) Office located at 1111 Knoxville Hwy, Wartburg, TN 37887.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings on Fridays from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Alicia Davis at amdavis@ethra.org or 865-691-2551 x 4210.

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37887

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Monteagle, Tracy City; Marion & Grundy County, TN

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Marion & Grundy County (Monteagle/Tracy City, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the May Justus Memorial Library; 24 Dixie Lee Ave., Monteagle, TN 37356

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-12:00p. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Amber Espindola at 423-949-2191 ext 125

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Marion & Grundy County (Monteagle/Tracy City, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the May Justus Memorial Library; 24 Dixie Lee Ave., Monteagle, TN 37356

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-12:00p. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Amber Espindola at 423-949-2191 ext 125

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37356

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Madison County, Tennessee

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Madison County (Jackson, TN). 

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Lewis Center located at 201 West Grant Street, Jackson, TN 38301. 

Time Commitment

Deliveries are made on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 8:00a-10:00a.

Contact

For more information, please contact Carol Rice at 731-574-9269. 

 

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Madison County (Jackson, TN). 

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Lewis Center located at 201 West Grant Street, Jackson, TN 38301. 

Time Commitment

Deliveries are made on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 8:00a-10:00a.

Contact

For more information, please contact Carol Rice at 731-574-9269. 

 

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 38301

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Madison County, Tennessee

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Madison County (Jackson, TN). 

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Lewis Center located at 201 West Grant Street, Jackson, TN 38301. 

Time Commitment

Deliveries are made on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 8:00a-10:00a.

Contact

For more information, please contact Carol Rice at 731-574-9269. 

 

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Madison County (Jackson, TN). 

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Lewis Center located at 201 West Grant Street, Jackson, TN 38301. 

Time Commitment

Deliveries are made on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 8:00a-10:00a.

Contact

For more information, please contact Carol Rice at 731-574-9269. 

 

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 38301

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Lexington, Henderson County, TN

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Henderson County (Lexington, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Henderson County Senior Center located at 145 South Main Street, Lexington, TN 38351.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Sherry Cagle at 731-968-4222

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Henderson County (Lexington, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Henderson County Senior Center located at 145 South Main Street, Lexington, TN 38351.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Sherry Cagle at 731-968-4222

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 38351

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Kingsport - Sullivan County, Tennessee

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Sullivan County (Blountville, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at a central church location in Blountville, TN.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday - Friday from approximately 9:00a-11:00a.

Contact

For more information, please contact Scot Nelms at 423-431-8811 or snelms@fthra.org

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Sullivan County (Blountville, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at a central church location in Blountville, TN.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday - Friday from approximately 9:00a-11:00a.

Contact

For more information, please contact Scot Nelms at 423-431-8811 or snelms@fthra.org

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37617

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Kingsport - Sullivan County, Tennessee

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Sullivan County (Blountville, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at a central church location in Blountville, TN.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday - Friday from approximately 9:00a-11:00a.

Contact

For more information, please contact Scot Nelms at 423-431-8811 or snelms@fthra.org

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Sullivan County (Blountville, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at a central church location in Blountville, TN.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday - Friday from approximately 9:00a-11:00a.

Contact

For more information, please contact Scot Nelms at 423-431-8811 or snelms@fthra.org

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37617

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Johnson County, Tennessee

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Johnson County (Mountain City, TN).

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday - Friday from approximately 9:00a-11:00a.

Contact

For more information, please contact Scot Nelms at 423-431-8811 or snelms@fthra.org

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Johnson County (Mountain City, TN).

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday - Friday from approximately 9:00a-11:00a.

Contact

For more information, please contact Scot Nelms at 423-431-8811 or snelms@fthra.org

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37683

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Haywood County, Tennessee

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Haywood County (Brownsville, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Brownsville Senior Center located at 127 N. Grand Avenue, Brownsville, TN 38012.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Dexie Tyus at 731-772-2438

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Haywood County (Brownsville, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Brownsville Senior Center located at 127 N. Grand Avenue, Brownsville, TN 38012.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Dexie Tyus at 731-772-2438

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 38012

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Henderson County, Tennessee

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Henderson County (Scotts Hill, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Henderson County Senior Center located at 96 Hwy 114, Scotts Hill, TN 38374.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Christy Moser at 731-549-3720

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Henderson County (Scotts Hill, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Henderson County Senior Center located at 96 Hwy 114, Scotts Hill, TN 38374.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Christy Moser at 731-549-3720

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 38329

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Hawkins County, Tennessee

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Hawkins County (Mt. Carmel, TN).

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday - Friday from approximately 9:00a-11:00a.

Contact

For more information, please contact Scot Nelms at 423-431-8811 or snelms@fthra.org

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Hawkins County (Mt. Carmel, TN).

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday - Friday from approximately 9:00a-11:00a.

Contact

For more information, please contact Scot Nelms at 423-431-8811 or snelms@fthra.org

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37645

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Hardin County, Tennessee

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Hardin County (Savannah, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the hardin County Senior Center located at 9380 S. Hwy 128, Savannah, TN 38372.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Michelle Reynolds at 731-607-9302

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Hardin County (Savannah, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the hardin County Senior Center located at 9380 S. Hwy 128, Savannah, TN 38372.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Michelle Reynolds at 731-607-9302

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 38372

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Hardeman County, Tennessee

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Hardeman County (Bolivar, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Bolivar Home Delivered Meals site located at 602 A Tennessee Street, Bolivar, TN 38008.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Nadean Matthews at 731-394-8191.

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Hardeman County (Bolivar, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Bolivar Home Delivered Meals site located at 602 A Tennessee Street, Bolivar, TN 38008.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Nadean Matthews at 731-394-8191.

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 38008

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Etowah, McMinn County TN

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in McMinn County (Etowah, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Etowah Area Senior Citizens Center; 435 Copper St., Etowah, TN 37331

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 10:00a - 11:30a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Cynthia Leslie at 423-368-6417 or 423-781-7632

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in McMinn County (Etowah, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Etowah Area Senior Citizens Center; 435 Copper St., Etowah, TN 37331

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 10:00a - 11:30a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Cynthia Leslie at 423-368-6417 or 423-781-7632

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37331

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Decatur County, Tennessee

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Decatur County (Parsons, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Decatur County Senior Center located at 1738 Georgia Avenue South, Parsons, TN 38363.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Angie Weber at 731-847-7212

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Decatur County (Parsons, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Decatur County Senior Center located at 1738 Georgia Avenue South, Parsons, TN 38363.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Angie Weber at 731-847-7212

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 38363

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Dayton, Rhea County, TN

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Rhea County (Dayton, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at Rhea Richland Senior Neighbors; 241 Alabama Ave., Dayton, TN 37321

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:30a - 11:30a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact David Sulcer at 423-716-5260 pr 423-775-3405

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Rhea County (Dayton, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at Rhea Richland Senior Neighbors; 241 Alabama Ave., Dayton, TN 37321

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:30a - 11:30a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact David Sulcer at 423-716-5260 pr 423-775-3405

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37321

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Copperhill, Polk County, TN

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Polk County (Copperhill, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Copperbasin Senior Activity Center; 840 Cherokee Trail, Copperhill, TN 37317

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9a-11:30a 

Contact

For more information, please contact Vicki Ledford at 423-241-2088 or 423-496-7113

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Polk County (Copperhill, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Copperbasin Senior Activity Center; 840 Cherokee Trail, Copperhill, TN 37317

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9a-11:30a 

Contact

For more information, please contact Vicki Ledford at 423-241-2088 or 423-496-7113

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37317

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Clinton, Anderson County, TN

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Anderson County (Clinton, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at Sevier Towers located at 150 North Charles G Seivers Blvd, Clinton, TN 37716.

Time Commitment

Deliveries and kitchen help are needed in the mornings on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Alicia Davis at amdavis@ethra.org or 865-691-2551 x 4210. 

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Anderson County (Clinton, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at Sevier Towers located at 150 North Charles G Seivers Blvd, Clinton, TN 37716.

Time Commitment

Deliveries and kitchen help are needed in the mornings on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Alicia Davis at amdavis@ethra.org or 865-691-2551 x 4210. 

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37716

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Cleveland, Bradley County, TN

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Bradley County (Cleveland, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Bradley-Cleveland Community Services Agency; 155 6thy Street SE, Cleveland, TN 37323

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:30a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Faye Goldston at 423-479-4111 x112

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Bradley County (Cleveland, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Bradley-Cleveland Community Services Agency; 155 6thy Street SE, Cleveland, TN 37323

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:30a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Faye Goldston at 423-479-4111 x112

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37323

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Claiborne County, Tennessee

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Claiborne County (Tazewell, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Claiborne County East Tennessee Human Resources Agency (ETHRA) Office located at 1720 Church St, Tazewell, TN 37879

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings on Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Alicia Davis at amdavis@ethra.org or 865-691-2551 x 4210.

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Claiborne County (Tazewell, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Claiborne County East Tennessee Human Resources Agency (ETHRA) Office located at 1720 Church St, Tazewell, TN 37879

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings on Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Alicia Davis at amdavis@ethra.org or 865-691-2551 x 4210.

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37879

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Chattanooga, Hamilton County, TN

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Hamilton County (Chattanooga, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at Ridgedale Baptist Church; 1831 Hickory Valley Rd., Chattanooga, TN 37421

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 9a - 12p. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Laura Mulkey at 423-667-2193

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Hamilton County (Chattanooga, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at Ridgedale Baptist Church; 1831 Hickory Valley Rd., Chattanooga, TN 37421

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 9a - 12p. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Laura Mulkey at 423-667-2193

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37421

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Carter County, Tennessee

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Carter County (Elizabethton TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Elizabethton Senior Center located at 428 E. G Street, Elizabethton, TN 37643.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday - Friday from approximately 9:00a-11:00a.

Contact

For more information, please contact Scot Nelms at 423-431-8811 or snelms@fthra.org

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Carter County (Elizabethton TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Elizabethton Senior Center located at 428 E. G Street, Elizabethton, TN 37643.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday - Friday from approximately 9:00a-11:00a.

Contact

For more information, please contact Scot Nelms at 423-431-8811 or snelms@fthra.org

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37643

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Campbell County, Tennessee

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Campbell County (LaFollette, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Campbell County East Tennessee Human Resources Agency (ETHRA) Office located at 2301 Jacksboro Pike, Ste 4-B, LaFollette, TN 37766.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings on Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Alicia Davis at amdavis@ethra.org or 865-691-2551 x 4210.

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Campbell County (LaFollette, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Campbell County East Tennessee Human Resources Agency (ETHRA) Office located at 2301 Jacksboro Pike, Ste 4-B, LaFollette, TN 37766.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings on Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Alicia Davis at amdavis@ethra.org or 865-691-2551 x 4210.

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37766

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Chester County, Tennessee

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Chester County (Henderson, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Chester County Senior Center located at 247 E. Main, Henderson, TN 38340.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Beverly Fuller at 731-431-1301

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in Chester County (Henderson, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the Chester County Senior Center located at 247 E. Main, Henderson, TN 38340.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Beverly Fuller at 731-431-1301

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 38340

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Home Delivered Meals - Adamsville, McNairy County, TN

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in McNairy County (Adamsville, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the McNairy County Senior Center located at 408 Park Avenue, Adamsville, TN 38310.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Kathryn Greer at 731-632-0302

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Home Delivered Meals is a program that delivers meals to older adults in the community. We are looking for volunteers in McNairy County (Adamsville, TN).

Location

Volunteers will meet at the McNairy County Senior Center located at 408 Park Avenue, Adamsville, TN 38310.

Time Commitment

Deliveries are needed in the mornings, Monday – Friday from approximately 8:00a-11:00a. 

Contact

For more information, please contact Kathryn Greer at 731-632-0302

Agency: Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 38310

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Mother To Mother Volunteering

Mother To Mother has a consistent need for volunteers to assist in our warehouse. A sampling of volunteer projects includes sorting baby and children's clothes and shoes donations, assembling baby gear, restocking shelves, and more.

Check out our Hands On Nashville page to see specific volunteer opportunities and sign up!

Agency: Mother To Mother

Mother To Mother has a consistent need for volunteers to assist in our warehouse. A sampling of volunteer projects includes sorting baby and children's clothes and shoes donations, assembling baby gear, restocking shelves, and more.

Check out our Hands On Nashville page to see specific volunteer opportunities and sign up!

Agency: Mother To Mother

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37209

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Virtual Opportunity: Help Nonprofits Connect with Volunteers!

Nonprofits in your community need your help - make an impact in minutes from the comfort of home!

Join Inspiring Service and play a vital role in strengthening the online presence of local nonprofits. As a volunteer, you'll review and make recommendations to enhance nonprofit profiles on volunteer platforms like this one!

This helps nonprofits reach more potential volunteers and expand their impact. With just a computer, some time, and your enthusiasm, you can make a real difference—whether from home, school, or even your favorite café.

Plus, we provide documentation for community service hours—ideal for students and professionals!

Why It Matters:

Your work helps nonprofits stand out, attract new volunteers, and achieve their goals more effectively. Even the smallest contributions can make a big difference in helping these organizations to thrive.

What You’ll Do:

Find Engaging Photos: Search for and select images that showcase the nonprofit’s work in a lively and relatable way.Update Descriptions: Review and revise profile details to ensure key information volunteers need (i.e. current website, location) is current, compelling, and highlights their mission.Categorize Organizations: Sort nonprofits by their primary causes (e.g., environment, education, health) to help volunteers find organizations that align with their passions.

These tasks involve a little online research and some creative thinking, making it perfect for volunteers who enjoy content creation and supporting impactful causes.


Hear from a student volunteer about their experience with Inspiring Service in the linked video below:

Whether you’re able to enhance one nonprofit profile or a hundred, every little bit counts!

Ready to dive in and make a difference now?

Click “Respond Now” to receive all the details you need to embark on this fulfilling volunteer journey.

Agency: Inspiring Service

Nonprofits in your community need your help - make an impact in minutes from the comfort of home!

Join Inspiring Service and play a vital role in strengthening the online presence of local nonprofits. As a volunteer, you'll review and make recommendations to enhance nonprofit profiles on volunteer platforms like this one!

This helps nonprofits reach more potential volunteers and expand their impact. With just a computer, some time, and your enthusiasm, you can make a real difference—whether from home, school, or even your favorite café.

Plus, we provide documentation for community service hours—ideal for students and professionals!

Why It Matters:

Your work helps nonprofits stand out, attract new volunteers, and achieve their goals more effectively. Even the smallest contributions can make a big difference in helping these organizations to thrive.

What You’ll Do:

Find Engaging Photos: Search for and select images that showcase the nonprofit’s work in a lively and relatable way.Update Descriptions: Review and revise profile details to ensure key information volunteers need (i.e. current website, location) is current, compelling, and highlights their mission.Categorize Organizations: Sort nonprofits by their primary causes (e.g., environment, education, health) to help volunteers find organizations that align with their passions.

These tasks involve a little online research and some creative thinking, making it perfect for volunteers who enjoy content creation and supporting impactful causes.


Hear from a student volunteer about their experience with Inspiring Service in the linked video below:

Whether you’re able to enhance one nonprofit profile or a hundred, every little bit counts!

Ready to dive in and make a difference now?

Click “Respond Now” to receive all the details you need to embark on this fulfilling volunteer journey.

Agency: Inspiring Service

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Literacy and Math Tutors

The GiGi's Playhouse 1:1 Literacy Tutoring Programs uses a methodology with documented success based on research by professionals in the field. The ability to read opens doors for individuals with Down syndrome in the workplace, schools and the community.  Developing reading skills also leads to improvements in speech and language development, auditory perceptual skills and working memory function.  Our goal is to foster a love for reading and provide an opportunity to develop and master skills, all while building a positive relationship with our volunteer tutors.  

The GiGi's Playhouse 1:1 Math Tutoring Program: Building math skills for individuals with Down syndrome increases independence in their school, in the community, and in the workplace.  The aim of this program is to help promote a positive experience of learning mathematics with a sound foundation of basic number understanding.  

Our program is built based on the ways in which individuals with Down syndrome learn best.  Knowing that our participants vary greatly in their abilities and challenges in comprehensive math, we combine multiple approaches that utilize multi-sensory teaching. Graduated levels of purposeful progressions lead to an increase of skills and self-confidence. These methods are aligned with topics taught in the classroom, to provide a comprehensive and cohesive program. 

Trained tutors work at the level of the child, continually challenging and encouraging him/her to reach their Best of All.  Students can start in our program as early as age 3 or any year after that. It's never too late to start!  Weekly lessons last 45-60 minutes for 10-15 weeks at a time.  Family members attend each tutoring session and leave with practical activities to continue the learning at home.

Agency: GiGi's Playhouse Nashville

The GiGi's Playhouse 1:1 Literacy Tutoring Programs uses a methodology with documented success based on research by professionals in the field. The ability to read opens doors for individuals with Down syndrome in the workplace, schools and the community.  Developing reading skills also leads to improvements in speech and language development, auditory perceptual skills and working memory function.  Our goal is to foster a love for reading and provide an opportunity to develop and master skills, all while building a positive relationship with our volunteer tutors.  

The GiGi's Playhouse 1:1 Math Tutoring Program: Building math skills for individuals with Down syndrome increases independence in their school, in the community, and in the workplace.  The aim of this program is to help promote a positive experience of learning mathematics with a sound foundation of basic number understanding.  

Our program is built based on the ways in which individuals with Down syndrome learn best.  Knowing that our participants vary greatly in their abilities and challenges in comprehensive math, we combine multiple approaches that utilize multi-sensory teaching. Graduated levels of purposeful progressions lead to an increase of skills and self-confidence. These methods are aligned with topics taught in the classroom, to provide a comprehensive and cohesive program. 

Trained tutors work at the level of the child, continually challenging and encouraging him/her to reach their Best of All.  Students can start in our program as early as age 3 or any year after that. It's never too late to start!  Weekly lessons last 45-60 minutes for 10-15 weeks at a time.  Family members attend each tutoring session and leave with practical activities to continue the learning at home.

Agency: GiGi's Playhouse Nashville

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37027

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Program Volunteer

We have various free therapeutic-based programs based on the different ages of our participants. 

Some Example of Programs That We Provide:

Fantastic Friends: (18+) The Fantastic Friends Adult Program meets weekly to provide opportunities for socialization and community involvement, while creating a fun and memorable experience for its participants. Participants work on vocational, communication, and social skills to boost confidence and encourage independence. 

Yoga: Teens and Adults (13+) and Yoga: Kids (8-12): This program promotes healthy habits for a lifetime of wellness through a proactive and routine that integrates physical, mental, and emotional development. This program helps participants develop personal awareness and learn specific strategies to maintain focus and manage emotions and impulses. 

LMNOP: Language, Music, N' Our Peeps (0-3): This program is an interactive and engaging program for young children with Down syndrome and their families. It guides parents and children through learning basic sign language and other forms of communication using music and language-based activities. 

Teentastic (13-18): Focuses on building social skills with friends without Down syndrome by participating in team-based activities in a casual and fun setting. Skill development includes understanding compromise, turn-taking and problem-solving abilities.

GiGi's Kitchen (all age groups): Our GiGi’s Kitchen programs are designed to emphasize the importance of a healthy lifestyle and early exposure to practical cooking skills. Under the guidance of program leaders, participants will engage in activities designed to promote healthy eating habits, kitchen safety awareness, food preparation skills, self-confidence, and social skills by applying learned skills as they prepare and enjoy a shared meal/snack!

Agency: GiGi's Playhouse Nashville

We have various free therapeutic-based programs based on the different ages of our participants. 

Some Example of Programs That We Provide:

Fantastic Friends: (18+) The Fantastic Friends Adult Program meets weekly to provide opportunities for socialization and community involvement, while creating a fun and memorable experience for its participants. Participants work on vocational, communication, and social skills to boost confidence and encourage independence. 

Yoga: Teens and Adults (13+) and Yoga: Kids (8-12): This program promotes healthy habits for a lifetime of wellness through a proactive and routine that integrates physical, mental, and emotional development. This program helps participants develop personal awareness and learn specific strategies to maintain focus and manage emotions and impulses. 

LMNOP: Language, Music, N' Our Peeps (0-3): This program is an interactive and engaging program for young children with Down syndrome and their families. It guides parents and children through learning basic sign language and other forms of communication using music and language-based activities. 

Teentastic (13-18): Focuses on building social skills with friends without Down syndrome by participating in team-based activities in a casual and fun setting. Skill development includes understanding compromise, turn-taking and problem-solving abilities.

GiGi's Kitchen (all age groups): Our GiGi’s Kitchen programs are designed to emphasize the importance of a healthy lifestyle and early exposure to practical cooking skills. Under the guidance of program leaders, participants will engage in activities designed to promote healthy eating habits, kitchen safety awareness, food preparation skills, self-confidence, and social skills by applying learned skills as they prepare and enjoy a shared meal/snack!

Agency: GiGi's Playhouse Nashville

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37027

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer Opportunity: Engage and Enrich Lives at Our Long-Term Memory Care Facility

Our memory care facility is looking for compassionate volunteers to spend time with our residents. You’ll participate in a variety of activities designed to stimulate creativity, promote social interaction, and bring joy to our residents. Whether you're an experienced artist or just enjoy spending time with others, we welcome volunteers of all backgrounds.


Activities may include:

Arts and crafts (simple projects like painting, drawing, and crafting)

Sing-alongs and musical sessions

Storytelling and reminiscing

Reading books, poems, or short stories aloud

Writing letters, poems, or journaling with residents

Scrapbooking with residents to help them preserve memories

Playing easy games or puzzles

Casual conversations and providing companionship

Agency: Mt Pleasant Health & Rehabilitation

Our memory care facility is looking for compassionate volunteers to spend time with our residents. You’ll participate in a variety of activities designed to stimulate creativity, promote social interaction, and bring joy to our residents. Whether you're an experienced artist or just enjoy spending time with others, we welcome volunteers of all backgrounds.


Activities may include:

Arts and crafts (simple projects like painting, drawing, and crafting)

Sing-alongs and musical sessions

Storytelling and reminiscing

Reading books, poems, or short stories aloud

Writing letters, poems, or journaling with residents

Scrapbooking with residents to help them preserve memories

Playing easy games or puzzles

Casual conversations and providing companionship

Agency: Mt Pleasant Health & Rehabilitation

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 38474

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Barber or Hairdresser Needed

Our long term memory care facility is looking for someone to provide hair cuts to our residents. 

Agency: Mt Pleasant Health & Rehabilitation

Our long term memory care facility is looking for someone to provide hair cuts to our residents. 

Agency: Mt Pleasant Health & Rehabilitation

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 38474

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Visitors Needed

Our long term memory care facility is looking for volunteers to donate their time to visit with residents who are unable to leave their bed. Volunteers can read to residents, chat with residents, complete arts and craft projects, play an instrument, watch a movie, or share stories with residents, or engage in a volunteer planned activity.

Agency: Mt Pleasant Health & Rehabilitation

Our long term memory care facility is looking for volunteers to donate their time to visit with residents who are unable to leave their bed. Volunteers can read to residents, chat with residents, complete arts and craft projects, play an instrument, watch a movie, or share stories with residents, or engage in a volunteer planned activity.

Agency: Mt Pleasant Health & Rehabilitation

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 38474

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Musician/Singer Needed

Our long term care facility is looking for a musician or singer to donate their time and talent to our residents. Most of our residents have a love of music and would enjoy any musical performance. 

Agency: Mt Pleasant Health & Rehabilitation

Our long term care facility is looking for a musician or singer to donate their time and talent to our residents. Most of our residents have a love of music and would enjoy any musical performance. 

Agency: Mt Pleasant Health & Rehabilitation

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 38474

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Musical Performers

Listening to music is a wonderful and cherished activity for our residents. We always welcome performances from Belmont students.

For more information, please contact Jamie Zimish at Jzimish@abesgarden.org or 615-997-3030 ext. 54. Thank you!

Agency: Abe's Garden

Listening to music is a wonderful and cherished activity for our residents. We always welcome performances from Belmont students.

For more information, please contact Jamie Zimish at Jzimish@abesgarden.org or 615-997-3030 ext. 54. Thank you!

Agency: Abe's Garden

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37205

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Melody and Memory iPod program

Our residents benefit greatly from music and we need your help to provide them with their favorite songs.

Join us for Melody and Memory program! 

 

Agency: Abe's Garden

Our residents benefit greatly from music and we need your help to provide them with their favorite songs.

Join us for Melody and Memory program! 

 

Agency: Abe's Garden

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37205

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer Garden Assistants

Abe's Garden Community is a senior community that offers living options for Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Support individuals. We welcome volunteers who have a commitment to making a difference and are dependable and consistent and who understand the value of a visit with the elderly. Currently, along with our other posted needs, we are seeking a volunteer (several, in fact) who would like to assist us in our interior courtyard garden. We need weed-pullers, planters, and those willing to create a beautiful, peaceful place for our residents to enjoy the outdoors. If you can spare a little time each month to help us bring our garden back to life . For more information, please contact Jamie Zimish at Jzimish@abesgarden.org or 615-997-3030 ext. 54. Thank you!

 

Agency: Abe's Garden

Abe's Garden Community is a senior community that offers living options for Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Support individuals. We welcome volunteers who have a commitment to making a difference and are dependable and consistent and who understand the value of a visit with the elderly. Currently, along with our other posted needs, we are seeking a volunteer (several, in fact) who would like to assist us in our interior courtyard garden. We need weed-pullers, planters, and those willing to create a beautiful, peaceful place for our residents to enjoy the outdoors. If you can spare a little time each month to help us bring our garden back to life . For more information, please contact Jamie Zimish at Jzimish@abesgarden.org or 615-997-3030 ext. 54. Thank you!

 

Agency: Abe's Garden

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37205

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Share a Hobby or a Skill

At Dismas, we believe that in order to best support our residents who are leaving incarceration and reentering society, we should focus on the whole person: mind, body, and spirit. This means that our program covers everything from job readiness to finding passion and fun!

At Dismas, you have an opportunity to add to our programming by introducing new skills and activities to our residents! These hobbies may help residents explore fun, creativity, and community engagement. This could include anything from art and music to hiking or cooking.  Take the opportunity to ignite passion and spark hope as residents go through our reentry program. 

 

For more information, sign up through Get Connected or email Jordan Collins at jcollins@dismas.org.

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!

Agency: Dismas, Inc

At Dismas, we believe that in order to best support our residents who are leaving incarceration and reentering society, we should focus on the whole person: mind, body, and spirit. This means that our program covers everything from job readiness to finding passion and fun!

At Dismas, you have an opportunity to add to our programming by introducing new skills and activities to our residents! These hobbies may help residents explore fun, creativity, and community engagement. This could include anything from art and music to hiking or cooking.  Take the opportunity to ignite passion and spark hope as residents go through our reentry program. 

 

For more information, sign up through Get Connected or email Jordan Collins at jcollins@dismas.org.

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!

Agency: Dismas, Inc

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37203

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Volunteer with HON!

Hands On Nashville is your one-stop shop for volunteer resources in Middle Tennessee. We partner with more than 160 nonprofits and have an online calendar that makes signing up to volunteer quick and easy. You can choose when, where, and who you want to serve — after confirming your registration we email you everything you need to know prior to your volunteer service. 

Our volunteer coordinators are kind and responsive and can verify volunteers' hours easily through our online portal.

For a list of projects by date/time, check out our calendar here. For flexible and long-term projects (where you can come back weekly),  click here. For FAQs and how to volunteer as a group, click here.

All projects have an opportunity coordinator listed to answer any questions you may have leading up to the project. We recommend reaching out directly to them about this project, as they will have better insight into project requirements than Hands On Nashville might.

To see the latest volunteer opportunities, sign up for our newsletter!

You can also find us on Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, TikTok, and YouTube.

Agency: Hands On Nashville

Hands On Nashville is your one-stop shop for volunteer resources in Middle Tennessee. We partner with more than 160 nonprofits and have an online calendar that makes signing up to volunteer quick and easy. You can choose when, where, and who you want to serve — after confirming your registration we email you everything you need to know prior to your volunteer service. 

Our volunteer coordinators are kind and responsive and can verify volunteers' hours easily through our online portal.

For a list of projects by date/time, check out our calendar here. For flexible and long-term projects (where you can come back weekly),  click here. For FAQs and how to volunteer as a group, click here.

All projects have an opportunity coordinator listed to answer any questions you may have leading up to the project. We recommend reaching out directly to them about this project, as they will have better insight into project requirements than Hands On Nashville might.

To see the latest volunteer opportunities, sign up for our newsletter!

You can also find us on Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, TikTok, and YouTube.

Agency: Hands On Nashville

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37210

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Organize an Art Supply Drive

Volunteers can help work on varieties of tasks such as identifying hosting groups or drop-off locations, dates, and promoting such events. 

Agency: Daybreak Arts

Volunteers can help work on varieties of tasks such as identifying hosting groups or drop-off locations, dates, and promoting such events. 

Agency: Daybreak Arts

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37207

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: In Office Support

The Healing Arts Project, Inc. (HAPI) is a non-profit organization that was established in 2004 with the mission of providing artistic opportunities for persons in mental health and addiction recovery to promote healing, community awareness and inclusion. 

We're seeking volunteers during the day for our in office support needs. This may include:

- Administrative office support

- Organizing art work in database 

- Manage art class schedules 

- Prep art for sales

HAPI's biggest event of the year is the Phoenix Art Gala, and will be 2/15/24.  In the time leading up to this event, volunteer tasks will be organized to help prepare for the event.  Tasks may include:

-Picking up Gala supplies, artwork, etc

-Documenting/logging art received for the Gala

Please email lbstewart@healingartsprojectinc.org for more information on how you can volunteer with us for in office support hours. 

Agency: Healing Arts Project, Inc.

The Healing Arts Project, Inc. (HAPI) is a non-profit organization that was established in 2004 with the mission of providing artistic opportunities for persons in mental health and addiction recovery to promote healing, community awareness and inclusion. 

We're seeking volunteers during the day for our in office support needs. This may include:

- Administrative office support

- Organizing art work in database 

- Manage art class schedules 

- Prep art for sales

HAPI's biggest event of the year is the Phoenix Art Gala, and will be 2/15/24.  In the time leading up to this event, volunteer tasks will be organized to help prepare for the event.  Tasks may include:

-Picking up Gala supplies, artwork, etc

-Documenting/logging art received for the Gala

Please email lbstewart@healingartsprojectinc.org for more information on how you can volunteer with us for in office support hours. 

Agency: Healing Arts Project, Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37214

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Assist with programming for older adults with memory loss

FiftyForward has opportunities for volunteers to assist with a wide variety of programming for older adults enrolled in our FiftyForward Friends Adult Day Services Program.  Volunteers are needed to assist staff with bingo, arts and crafts, and karaoke. 

Volunteers help provide engagement and a sense of community for FiftyForward Friends clients. By bringing their own passions and interests to share in the Friends space, volunteers help clients to reconnect with their sense of self. 

In addition to responding on Get Connected and to sign up for specific days and times, please visit HON at: https://www.hon.org/opportunity/a0C5a00000l1MV8EAM/fiftyforward-friends-bingo-snack-volunteer

 

Agency: FiftyForward

FiftyForward has opportunities for volunteers to assist with a wide variety of programming for older adults enrolled in our FiftyForward Friends Adult Day Services Program.  Volunteers are needed to assist staff with bingo, arts and crafts, and karaoke. 

Volunteers help provide engagement and a sense of community for FiftyForward Friends clients. By bringing their own passions and interests to share in the Friends space, volunteers help clients to reconnect with their sense of self. 

In addition to responding on Get Connected and to sign up for specific days and times, please visit HON at: https://www.hon.org/opportunity/a0C5a00000l1MV8EAM/fiftyforward-friends-bingo-snack-volunteer

 

Agency: FiftyForward

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37203

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Morning Cafe Server

Café is offered Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays from 8am - 10am. Our café program is designed to be a space for our participants to relax, enjoy a cup (or three!) of coffee, and some light breakfast items (think of what you may find at your favorite coffee shop!). We are always looking for volunteers that are eager to serve others, hear stories from those in the chaos, and to help us provide a place of rest for those using our programming.

 

Please reach out of you have any questions, we would love to have you!

Agency: Room In The Inn - Downtown Campus

Café is offered Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays from 8am - 10am. Our café program is designed to be a space for our participants to relax, enjoy a cup (or three!) of coffee, and some light breakfast items (think of what you may find at your favorite coffee shop!). We are always looking for volunteers that are eager to serve others, hear stories from those in the chaos, and to help us provide a place of rest for those using our programming.

 

Please reach out of you have any questions, we would love to have you!

Agency: Room In The Inn - Downtown Campus

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37203

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: One-on-One Volunteer

Abe's Garden Community is a senior community that offers living options for Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Support individuals. We welcome volunteers who have a commitment to making a difference, are dependable and consistent, and who understand the value of a visit with the elderly.

Currently, along with our other posted needs, we are seeking volunteers who would like to spend some one-on-one time with our residents. One-on-one volunteers can read, make art, dance, sing, walk, or sit with a resident - any interest or hobby you enjoy, please come share it with us!

For more information, please contact Jamie Zimish at Jzimish@abesgarden.org or 615-997-3030 ext. 54. Thank you!

Agency: Abe's Garden

Abe's Garden Community is a senior community that offers living options for Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Support individuals. We welcome volunteers who have a commitment to making a difference, are dependable and consistent, and who understand the value of a visit with the elderly.

Currently, along with our other posted needs, we are seeking volunteers who would like to spend some one-on-one time with our residents. One-on-one volunteers can read, make art, dance, sing, walk, or sit with a resident - any interest or hobby you enjoy, please come share it with us!

For more information, please contact Jamie Zimish at Jzimish@abesgarden.org or 615-997-3030 ext. 54. Thank you!

Agency: Abe's Garden

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37205

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer Art Instructor/assistant

Abe's Garden Community is a senior community that offers living options for Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Support individuals. We welcome volunteers who have a commitment to making a difference, are dependable and consistent, and who understand the value of a visit with the elderly.

Currently, along with our other posted needs, we are seeking volunteers who would like to lead/teach art classes. Any medium, subject matter, and skill level is welcome. Materials and facilities will be provided. Ideally, classes will range from 30 minutes to an hour.

If you would like to help bring the arts to our residents, please contact Jamie Zimish at Jzimish@abesgarden.org or 615-997-3030 ext. 54. Thank you!

Agency: Abe's Garden

Abe's Garden Community is a senior community that offers living options for Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Support individuals. We welcome volunteers who have a commitment to making a difference, are dependable and consistent, and who understand the value of a visit with the elderly.

Currently, along with our other posted needs, we are seeking volunteers who would like to lead/teach art classes. Any medium, subject matter, and skill level is welcome. Materials and facilities will be provided. Ideally, classes will range from 30 minutes to an hour.

If you would like to help bring the arts to our residents, please contact Jamie Zimish at Jzimish@abesgarden.org or 615-997-3030 ext. 54. Thank you!

Agency: Abe's Garden

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37205

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer Fitness Intructor/Leader

Abe's Garden Community is a senior community that offers living options for Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Support individuals. We welcome volunteers who have a commitment to making a difference, are dependable and consistent, and who understand the value of a visit with the elderly.

Currently, along with our other posted needs, we are seeking volunteers who would like to lead or co-lead exercise and fitness groups. Many groups will be seated, but there is some interest in gentle/careful standing movements. Chair dancing, gentle stretching, dance fitness, tai chi, and yoga are all activities that spark our residents' interest. We also have exercise bands, small weights, and a small gym that can be utilized! We are open to any and all new group ideas, too! 

For more information, please contact Jamie Zimish at Jzimish@abesgarden.org or 615-997-3030 ext. 54. Thank you!

Agency: Abe's Garden

Abe's Garden Community is a senior community that offers living options for Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Support individuals. We welcome volunteers who have a commitment to making a difference, are dependable and consistent, and who understand the value of a visit with the elderly.

Currently, along with our other posted needs, we are seeking volunteers who would like to lead or co-lead exercise and fitness groups. Many groups will be seated, but there is some interest in gentle/careful standing movements. Chair dancing, gentle stretching, dance fitness, tai chi, and yoga are all activities that spark our residents' interest. We also have exercise bands, small weights, and a small gym that can be utilized! We are open to any and all new group ideas, too! 

For more information, please contact Jamie Zimish at Jzimish@abesgarden.org or 615-997-3030 ext. 54. Thank you!

Agency: Abe's Garden

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37205

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer Specialty Talk

Abe's Garden Community is a senior community that offers living options for Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Support individuals. We welcome volunteers who have a commitment to making a difference, are dependable and consistent, and who understand the value of a visit with the elderly.

Currently, along with our other posted needs, we are seeking volunteers who would like to lead or present a specialty talk for our residents regarding subject matter of your choice. Previous specialty talks include nutrition presentations (with a food tasting), beekeeping, gardening, music history, literature, travel, photography, etc. We can provide a TV to project visuals or PowerPoints. Our residents have a wide array of interests and love to learn, so most specialties will be enjoyed!

For more information, please contact Jamie Zimish at Jzimish@abesgarden.org or 615-997-3030 ext. 54. Thank you!

Agency: Abe's Garden

Abe's Garden Community is a senior community that offers living options for Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Support individuals. We welcome volunteers who have a commitment to making a difference, are dependable and consistent, and who understand the value of a visit with the elderly.

Currently, along with our other posted needs, we are seeking volunteers who would like to lead or present a specialty talk for our residents regarding subject matter of your choice. Previous specialty talks include nutrition presentations (with a food tasting), beekeeping, gardening, music history, literature, travel, photography, etc. We can provide a TV to project visuals or PowerPoints. Our residents have a wide array of interests and love to learn, so most specialties will be enjoyed!

For more information, please contact Jamie Zimish at Jzimish@abesgarden.org or 615-997-3030 ext. 54. Thank you!

Agency: Abe's Garden

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37205

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Family-Friendly Musicians Needed for Unplugged or Acoustic Shows

We are seeking a family-friendly musician with songs appropriate for all ages and backgrounds to play unplugged or acoustic shows at our family shelter! 
 
Considerations for the Artist:

Music cannot contain religious or political references or swearing, etc.  While we have no PA system, our building has phenomenal acoustics! Shows are typically scheduled Monday, Wednesday or Friday evenings between 5:30-8pm. Most sets are 1-1.5 hours in length and sharing where to find your music post-show (Spotify, etc.) is encouraged!

 
Interested? Email Alexandra at afurr@safehaven.org with your availability, contact information and Instagram profile to be considered. 
 

Agency: Safe Haven Family Shelter

We are seeking a family-friendly musician with songs appropriate for all ages and backgrounds to play unplugged or acoustic shows at our family shelter! 
 
Considerations for the Artist:

Music cannot contain religious or political references or swearing, etc.  While we have no PA system, our building has phenomenal acoustics! Shows are typically scheduled Monday, Wednesday or Friday evenings between 5:30-8pm. Most sets are 1-1.5 hours in length and sharing where to find your music post-show (Spotify, etc.) is encouraged!

 
Interested? Email Alexandra at afurr@safehaven.org with your availability, contact information and Instagram profile to be considered. 
 

Agency: Safe Haven Family Shelter

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37210

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer Virtually with Hands On Nashville and Partners

Since the COVID-19 pandemic. Hands On has prioritized ways for volunteers to give of their time while remote. Through our Virtual Volunteerism page, we curate an updated list of virtual volunteer opportunities. These include orientations, social media internships, tutoring opportunities, and more. 

Signing up is easy! Make an account, express interest, and our volunteer coordinators will contact you directly with how you can get started.

Learn more here!

Agency: Hands On Nashville

Since the COVID-19 pandemic. Hands On has prioritized ways for volunteers to give of their time while remote. Through our Virtual Volunteerism page, we curate an updated list of virtual volunteer opportunities. These include orientations, social media internships, tutoring opportunities, and more. 

Signing up is easy! Make an account, express interest, and our volunteer coordinators will contact you directly with how you can get started.

Learn more here!

Agency: Hands On Nashville

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Café Performers

Our Café Program happens each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. We are looking for singer/songwriters to come perform during the duration of our program. Our current musicians plan a set between 60 - 90 minutes of originals and covers. We ask that musicians arrive no later than 8:15am so that they can set up appropriately and we close our program by 10am.

 

We do provide a keyboard, mics, and plug ins for guitars. Please reach out to schedule dates.

Agency: Room In The Inn - Downtown Campus

Our Café Program happens each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. We are looking for singer/songwriters to come perform during the duration of our program. Our current musicians plan a set between 60 - 90 minutes of originals and covers. We ask that musicians arrive no later than 8:15am so that they can set up appropriately and we close our program by 10am.

 

We do provide a keyboard, mics, and plug ins for guitars. Please reach out to schedule dates.

Agency: Room In The Inn - Downtown Campus

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37203

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer in The Branch Pantry

Everyone needs help sometimes, and we are here to support families in their time of need. Each month, our Pantry provides fresh, nutritious food to over 1,000 + families in the Greater Nashville area, giving them peace of mind from knowing there is food for their tables. 


Volunteer Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesdays  and Saturday

Volunteer Hours: 9:30am -2:30pm

 

We have multiple ways to serve in The Pantry:

pack USDA boxes pack Emergency boxes prepare dairy bags, meat bags, snack bags, or produce bags check bread for freshness, valid expiration dates, and/or mold assemble all food items on the carts, sort and stock items from delivery trucks refill pantry shelves from dry room break down boxes for recycling or stack neatly for future use take flattened boxes to recycling dumpster and trash to trash dumpster other cleaning tasks To volunteer follow these steps: 1. First time volunteer form and waiver: https://the-branch-of-nashville.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=47402 2. Then go to our shift schedule to pick a day to serve: https://the-branch-of-nashville.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=61512

 

Agency: The Branch of Nashville Inc

Everyone needs help sometimes, and we are here to support families in their time of need. Each month, our Pantry provides fresh, nutritious food to over 1,000 + families in the Greater Nashville area, giving them peace of mind from knowing there is food for their tables. 


Volunteer Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesdays  and Saturday

Volunteer Hours: 9:30am -2:30pm

 

We have multiple ways to serve in The Pantry:

pack USDA boxes pack Emergency boxes prepare dairy bags, meat bags, snack bags, or produce bags check bread for freshness, valid expiration dates, and/or mold assemble all food items on the carts, sort and stock items from delivery trucks refill pantry shelves from dry room break down boxes for recycling or stack neatly for future use take flattened boxes to recycling dumpster and trash to trash dumpster other cleaning tasks To volunteer follow these steps: 1. First time volunteer form and waiver: https://the-branch-of-nashville.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=47402 2. Then go to our shift schedule to pick a day to serve: https://the-branch-of-nashville.volunteerlocal.com/volunteer/?id=61512

 

Agency: The Branch of Nashville Inc

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37213

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Afterschool Tutoring for Refugee Youth

Do you want to welcome our refugee neighbors from all around the world?  

Are you committed to making lasting, positive impact in the community?  

Would you like to help children become better readers?  

If this sounds exciting to you, then Nations Ministry Center might be the service partner you've been looking for! 

Nations Ministry Center is a local nonprofit that helps refugee families become generationally self-sufficient through a variety of services, including immigration assistance and educational programming. Located in Southeast Nashville, Nations Ministry Center works directly with families in the heart of some of the city's most culturally diverse neighborhoods.  

Nations Academy, a literacy tutoring initiative of Nations Ministry Center, helps refugee children close the literacy gap through targeted language development and homework assistance in a safe and supportive environment using Nashville's Vision for Holistic Youth Development to cultivate growth mindsets, connect social and emotional skills, and grow cognitive skills.

Volunteers are needed to assist refugee youth in the classroom with literacy practice, homework help, and community building. Materials are provided. We'll orient and prepare you for your role. You simply need to show up ready to encourage youth! Scheduled opportunities are available Mondays through Thursdays 3:15-6:15 (elementary classrooms) and 4:00-6:00 (middle school classrooms).

Keep in mind this is not a drop-in opportunity. Volunteers build friendships by volunteering on a consistent, once a week basis and must be scheduled to serve. The best fits for this role are:

willing to help young language learners meet academic goalswilling to play and participate in hands-on learning activities with youthexcited to learn about other culturescomfortable working with children from over a dozen backgrounds

Volunteer opportunities are available to high schoolers, college students, and adults. Required service verification is available, as well as internship opportunities. Participants 18 or over must pass a required background check before serving. All volunteers will participate in an orientation process prior to serving, and should have compassion for the refugee journey and the obstacles faced by English-language learners. 

Ready to make a lasting impact in young lives? 

Reach out to learn more about this amazing opportunity. From there we'll follow up with you to directly to discuss next steps. Please note that the volunteer onboarding process typically takes 1-2 weeks. We look forward to partnering with you to help refugee children in our community become stronger readers!

To volunteer, you can fill out our volunteer application at www.nationsministrycenter.org/volunteer.

If you have any questions, please contact Diane Uwamahoro at diane@nationsministrycenter.org. 

Agency: Nations Ministry Center

Do you want to welcome our refugee neighbors from all around the world?  

Are you committed to making lasting, positive impact in the community?  

Would you like to help children become better readers?  

If this sounds exciting to you, then Nations Ministry Center might be the service partner you've been looking for! 

Nations Ministry Center is a local nonprofit that helps refugee families become generationally self-sufficient through a variety of services, including immigration assistance and educational programming. Located in Southeast Nashville, Nations Ministry Center works directly with families in the heart of some of the city's most culturally diverse neighborhoods.  

Nations Academy, a literacy tutoring initiative of Nations Ministry Center, helps refugee children close the literacy gap through targeted language development and homework assistance in a safe and supportive environment using Nashville's Vision for Holistic Youth Development to cultivate growth mindsets, connect social and emotional skills, and grow cognitive skills.

Volunteers are needed to assist refugee youth in the classroom with literacy practice, homework help, and community building. Materials are provided. We'll orient and prepare you for your role. You simply need to show up ready to encourage youth! Scheduled opportunities are available Mondays through Thursdays 3:15-6:15 (elementary classrooms) and 4:00-6:00 (middle school classrooms).

Keep in mind this is not a drop-in opportunity. Volunteers build friendships by volunteering on a consistent, once a week basis and must be scheduled to serve. The best fits for this role are:

willing to help young language learners meet academic goalswilling to play and participate in hands-on learning activities with youthexcited to learn about other culturescomfortable working with children from over a dozen backgrounds

Volunteer opportunities are available to high schoolers, college students, and adults. Required service verification is available, as well as internship opportunities. Participants 18 or over must pass a required background check before serving. All volunteers will participate in an orientation process prior to serving, and should have compassion for the refugee journey and the obstacles faced by English-language learners. 

Ready to make a lasting impact in young lives? 

Reach out to learn more about this amazing opportunity. From there we'll follow up with you to directly to discuss next steps. Please note that the volunteer onboarding process typically takes 1-2 weeks. We look forward to partnering with you to help refugee children in our community become stronger readers!

To volunteer, you can fill out our volunteer application at www.nationsministrycenter.org/volunteer.

If you have any questions, please contact Diane Uwamahoro at diane@nationsministrycenter.org. 

Agency: Nations Ministry Center

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >16 years old

Zip Code: 37211

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Lunch Buddies

Lunch buddies are mentors who come eat lunch and spend time once a week with one of our scholars during their lunch periods on Monday - Friday.  You will visit with your “Buddy” during lunch and read, do crafts, play games, and ultimately form a positive relationship.  Consistency, positivity, and fun are what make a great lunch buddy! 

This is a weekly or biweekly commitment.  You can come ANY day of the week, as long as it’s during your Buddy’s assigned lunch period. 

Below are each grade level's lunch times:

Kindergarten – 11:20am – 11:50am1st grade – 11:50am – 12:20pm2nd grade – 10:20am – 10:50am3rd grade – 12:00pm – 12:30pm4th grade – 10:30am – 11:00am5th grade – 10:50am – 11:20am

Steps to become a lunch buddy: 

Complete this lunch buddy application and email application to tiffany.rhodes@mnps.org. Register and submit a background check using this link: https://pencilforschools.org/backgroundcheck/ (Most volunteers fall into the “MNPS Programs” box. It usually takes about 2-3 days for volunteers to clear.)

Agency: Robert Churchwell Museum Magnet Elementary

Lunch buddies are mentors who come eat lunch and spend time once a week with one of our scholars during their lunch periods on Monday - Friday.  You will visit with your “Buddy” during lunch and read, do crafts, play games, and ultimately form a positive relationship.  Consistency, positivity, and fun are what make a great lunch buddy! 

This is a weekly or biweekly commitment.  You can come ANY day of the week, as long as it’s during your Buddy’s assigned lunch period. 

Below are each grade level's lunch times:

Kindergarten – 11:20am – 11:50am1st grade – 11:50am – 12:20pm2nd grade – 10:20am – 10:50am3rd grade – 12:00pm – 12:30pm4th grade – 10:30am – 11:00am5th grade – 10:50am – 11:20am

Steps to become a lunch buddy: 

Complete this lunch buddy application and email application to tiffany.rhodes@mnps.org. Register and submit a background check using this link: https://pencilforschools.org/backgroundcheck/ (Most volunteers fall into the “MNPS Programs” box. It usually takes about 2-3 days for volunteers to clear.)

Agency: Robert Churchwell Museum Magnet Elementary

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37208

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Making Emergency Kits

Emergency Kits

What you need: Gallon Ziploc Bag

Should Have- Ponchos, Emergency Blankets, Feminine Products (Pads), First-aid Kit (If not available use baind-aids and alcohol swabs)

Optional Items- Regular blanket, socks, razors

Steps: 

1. Grab a ziploc bag

2. Fill the bag with all the essential items and any of the optional items you might choose

3. Seal the bag

4. Send the bags to us or keep them in your vehicle and hand them out when you see someone on the streets

When Completed Please Email: info@jumbleddreams.org for our four drop off locations (Franklin, Nashville, Antioch, and Hendersonville

Agency: Jumbled Dreams Changing Lives

Emergency Kits

What you need: Gallon Ziploc Bag

Should Have- Ponchos, Emergency Blankets, Feminine Products (Pads), First-aid Kit (If not available use baind-aids and alcohol swabs)

Optional Items- Regular blanket, socks, razors

Steps: 

1. Grab a ziploc bag

2. Fill the bag with all the essential items and any of the optional items you might choose

3. Seal the bag

4. Send the bags to us or keep them in your vehicle and hand them out when you see someone on the streets

When Completed Please Email: info@jumbleddreams.org for our four drop off locations (Franklin, Nashville, Antioch, and Hendersonville

Agency: Jumbled Dreams Changing Lives

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37075

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Volunteer Exhibition Curator

Position Title:  Volunteer Exhibit Curator

The Healing Arts Project, Inc., seeks a community-driven person to help curate relevant exhibition themes. This position requires a person to be able to volunteer a minimum of 2 hours a week.

Job Summary:

As a Volunteer Exhibit Curator, you’ll play a pivotal role in curating and organizing art exhibitions that showcase artists' work in mental health and addiction recovery. Your creativity and attention to detail will contribute to the success of HAPI’s mission.

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

Exhibition Planning: Collaborate with the HAPI team to review planned exhibition dates. Brainstorm themes that resonate with the organization’s mission and community. Select relevant artworks from HAPI’s collection or submissions.

Artwork Curation: Curate a cohesive and engaging exhibition based on the chosen theme. Consider visual impact, diversity of styles, and artists’ stories. Ensure artworks align with HAPI’s values and promote healing.

Exhibit Preparation: Coordinate logistics for installation, including layout, lighting, and signage. Work with staff coordinator to set up the exhibit space. Handle any necessary framing or presentation adjustments.

Exhibit Description and Promotion: Craft compelling exhibit descriptions that convey the theme and artists’ narratives. Collaborate with the marketing team to create promotional materials. Utilize social media, newsletters, and community channels to promote the exhibition.

Qualifications:

Passion for Art and Healing: A genuine interest in the transformative power of art.

Curatorial Skills: Ability to curate impactful exhibitions.

Attention to Detail: Ensuring a seamless installation and presentation.

Collaborative Spirit: Working effectively with volunteers and fellow team members.

Agency: Healing Arts Project, Inc.

Position Title:  Volunteer Exhibit Curator

The Healing Arts Project, Inc., seeks a community-driven person to help curate relevant exhibition themes. This position requires a person to be able to volunteer a minimum of 2 hours a week.

Job Summary:

As a Volunteer Exhibit Curator, you’ll play a pivotal role in curating and organizing art exhibitions that showcase artists' work in mental health and addiction recovery. Your creativity and attention to detail will contribute to the success of HAPI’s mission.

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

Exhibition Planning: Collaborate with the HAPI team to review planned exhibition dates. Brainstorm themes that resonate with the organization’s mission and community. Select relevant artworks from HAPI’s collection or submissions.

Artwork Curation: Curate a cohesive and engaging exhibition based on the chosen theme. Consider visual impact, diversity of styles, and artists’ stories. Ensure artworks align with HAPI’s values and promote healing.

Exhibit Preparation: Coordinate logistics for installation, including layout, lighting, and signage. Work with staff coordinator to set up the exhibit space. Handle any necessary framing or presentation adjustments.

Exhibit Description and Promotion: Craft compelling exhibit descriptions that convey the theme and artists’ narratives. Collaborate with the marketing team to create promotional materials. Utilize social media, newsletters, and community channels to promote the exhibition.

Qualifications:

Passion for Art and Healing: A genuine interest in the transformative power of art.

Curatorial Skills: Ability to curate impactful exhibitions.

Attention to Detail: Ensuring a seamless installation and presentation.

Collaborative Spirit: Working effectively with volunteers and fellow team members.

Agency: Healing Arts Project, Inc.

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37214

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Camera Tech

Operate our camera software on Friday nights or other events as need arises

Agency: The Cookery

Operate our camera software on Friday nights or other events as need arises

Agency: The Cookery

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37203

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Audio Visual Tech

Run the sound board and lights on Friday nights or other events as the need arises.

Agency: The Cookery

Run the sound board and lights on Friday nights or other events as the need arises.

Agency: The Cookery

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37203

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Feeding the Homeless

The students in our program go out to feed the homeless every Saturday. Help with distribution and listening to the stories of marginalized people. Give hope.

Agency: The Cookery

The students in our program go out to feed the homeless every Saturday. Help with distribution and listening to the stories of marginalized people. Give hope.

Agency: The Cookery

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37203

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Making Dream Bags- Toiletry Bags

Dream Bags (AKA Toiletry Bags)

What you need:

Quart or Gallon Size Ziploc Bags

Essential Items: Travel Size- shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toothbrush,

toothpaste, deodorant, hand sanitizer, and lotion.

Optional Items: mouthwash, chapstick, first aid kits, combs, razors, feminine

products, positive messages, floss, and tissues.

Steps: 

Grab a ziploc bag Fill the bag with all the essential items and any of the optional items you might choose Seal the bag Send the bags to us or keep them in your vehicle and hand them out when you see someone on the streets 


When Completed Please Email: info@jumbleddreams.org for our four drop off locations (Franklin, Nashville, Antioch, and Hendersonville

Agency: Jumbled Dreams Changing Lives

Dream Bags (AKA Toiletry Bags)

What you need:

Quart or Gallon Size Ziploc Bags

Essential Items: Travel Size- shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toothbrush,

toothpaste, deodorant, hand sanitizer, and lotion.

Optional Items: mouthwash, chapstick, first aid kits, combs, razors, feminine

products, positive messages, floss, and tissues.

Steps: 

Grab a ziploc bag Fill the bag with all the essential items and any of the optional items you might choose Seal the bag Send the bags to us or keep them in your vehicle and hand them out when you see someone on the streets 


When Completed Please Email: info@jumbleddreams.org for our four drop off locations (Franklin, Nashville, Antioch, and Hendersonville

Agency: Jumbled Dreams Changing Lives

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37075

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Making Snack Bags

Snack Bags

What you need:

Gallon ziploc bag

Should have- Bottle of water, crackers, apple sauce, granola bars, fruit snacks, protein bars, slim jims/beef jerky, trail mix, pudding cups, spoon/fork, any other non perishable foods

Optional Items: All of the items above are optional!

Steps:

Grab a ziploc bag Fill the bag with all the essential items Add any of the optional items Seal them up Take pictures and count how many you packed Send them to us or donate the items or hand them out when you see someone in need.

When Completed Please Email: info@jumbleddreams.org for our four drop off locations (Franklin, Nashville, Antioch, and Hendersonville

Agency: Jumbled Dreams Changing Lives

Snack Bags

What you need:

Gallon ziploc bag

Should have- Bottle of water, crackers, apple sauce, granola bars, fruit snacks, protein bars, slim jims/beef jerky, trail mix, pudding cups, spoon/fork, any other non perishable foods

Optional Items: All of the items above are optional!

Steps:

Grab a ziploc bag Fill the bag with all the essential items Add any of the optional items Seal them up Take pictures and count how many you packed Send them to us or donate the items or hand them out when you see someone in need.

When Completed Please Email: info@jumbleddreams.org for our four drop off locations (Franklin, Nashville, Antioch, and Hendersonville

Agency: Jumbled Dreams Changing Lives

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37075

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Come on Our Podcast: Let's Talk Dreams

Let’s Talk Dreams:

Want to share your story on how you are making a difference in your community? Let’s Talk Dreams strives to inspire others to make a change in their community and work with others to make dreams come true.

Sign up today to be on our Podcast by clicking this link!

Agency: Jumbled Dreams Changing Lives

Let’s Talk Dreams:

Want to share your story on how you are making a difference in your community? Let’s Talk Dreams strives to inspire others to make a change in their community and work with others to make dreams come true.

Sign up today to be on our Podcast by clicking this link!

Agency: Jumbled Dreams Changing Lives

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Create Birthday Boxes

Birthday Boxes/Bags

What you need:

Shoebox, birthday bag, grocery bag (any of these work!)

Have to have- Box of cake mix, icing, streamers, pack of balloons, handwritten card from you, and a blank birthday card

Optional Items: Any other birthday party items that could be used for a family party!

Steps: 

Grab a Bag/box Fill the bag (box) with all the essential items Add any of the optional items Take pictures and count how many you packed Send them to us or donate the items to shelters or another organization


When Completed Please Email: info@jumbleddreams.org for our four drop off locations (Franklin, Nashville, Antioch, and Hendersonville)

Agency: Jumbled Dreams Changing Lives

Birthday Boxes/Bags

What you need:

Shoebox, birthday bag, grocery bag (any of these work!)

Have to have- Box of cake mix, icing, streamers, pack of balloons, handwritten card from you, and a blank birthday card

Optional Items: Any other birthday party items that could be used for a family party!

Steps: 

Grab a Bag/box Fill the bag (box) with all the essential items Add any of the optional items Take pictures and count how many you packed Send them to us or donate the items to shelters or another organization


When Completed Please Email: info@jumbleddreams.org for our four drop off locations (Franklin, Nashville, Antioch, and Hendersonville)

Agency: Jumbled Dreams Changing Lives

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37075

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Positive Dreams Project- AntiBullying and Suicide Awareness

Positive Dreams Project: If you want to share your story anonymously please fill out this form. We value your incredible stories and would love to hear and share them even when you can not. Click this link!  


Positive Dreams Project: Want to share your empowering story about bullying and/or suicide? Are you an organization who works with the anti-bullying and suicide awareness movement? Sign-up today to share your empowering story!

Click HERE to sign up!

Agency: Jumbled Dreams Changing Lives

Positive Dreams Project: If you want to share your story anonymously please fill out this form. We value your incredible stories and would love to hear and share them even when you can not. Click this link!  


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Agency: Jumbled Dreams Changing Lives

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Video Creator

Shoots videos and interview some of the men in the program so their story of God's redemption can be told

Agency: The Cookery

Shoots videos and interview some of the men in the program so their story of God's redemption can be told

Agency: The Cookery

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37203

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Worshipers - Singers, musicians

Help celebrate Jesus with the men in our program every Friday night. Reach out and let us know your talent and passion. 

Agency: The Cookery

Help celebrate Jesus with the men in our program every Friday night. Reach out and let us know your talent and passion. 

Agency: The Cookery

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37203

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Speakers - Biblically based teachings

Our Friday Night Services (see events) for the formerly homeless men in our program appreciate when guest speakers come to share with them.

Agency: The Cookery

Our Friday Night Services (see events) for the formerly homeless men in our program appreciate when guest speakers come to share with them.

Agency: The Cookery

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37203

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Student Intern

We are in need of student interns to help in our main office. Work includes social media content creation, administrative assistance such as preparing mailers and official letters, preparing for our annual pow wow, and working on grant projects.

Agency: Native American Indian Association of Tennessee

We are in need of student interns to help in our main office. Work includes social media content creation, administrative assistance such as preparing mailers and official letters, preparing for our annual pow wow, and working on grant projects.

Agency: Native American Indian Association of Tennessee

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37210

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Recreation Activity Sponsorship (copy)

We are looking for businesses, community groups, civic organizations, clubs, fraternities, sororities, etc. to sponsor recreation activities for inpatient Veterans at the Alvin C. York VA Medical Center in Murfreesboro. Examples of activities could include providing a pizza party, holding a bingo, sponsoring a movie night, etc. Organizations who have sponsored past activities have provided prizes for bingo (such as coupon books that can be used at our on site retail store) and refreshments. Groups sponsoring these activities would also volunteer during the activity. Some tasks could include assisting Veterans with their bingo cards, serving refreshments, pushing patients in wheelchairs to the event location, etc. 

Agency: VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System

We are looking for businesses, community groups, civic organizations, clubs, fraternities, sororities, etc. to sponsor recreation activities for inpatient Veterans at the Alvin C. York VA Medical Center in Murfreesboro. Examples of activities could include providing a pizza party, holding a bingo, sponsoring a movie night, etc. Organizations who have sponsored past activities have provided prizes for bingo (such as coupon books that can be used at our on site retail store) and refreshments. Groups sponsoring these activities would also volunteer during the activity. Some tasks could include assisting Veterans with their bingo cards, serving refreshments, pushing patients in wheelchairs to the event location, etc. 

Agency: VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37129

Allow Groups: Teams only


Volunteer: Recreation Activity Sponsorship

We are looking for businesses, community groups, civic organizations, clubs, fraternities, sororities, etc. to sponsor recreation activities for inpatient Veterans at the Nashville VA Medical Center. Examples of activities could include providing a pizza party, holding a bingo, sponsoring a movie night, etc. Organizations who have sponsored past activities have provided prizes for bingo (such as coupon books that can be used at our on site retail store) and refreshments. Groups sponsoring these activities would also volunteer during the activity. Some tasks could include assisting Veterans with their bingo cards, serving refreshments, pushing patients in wheelchairs to the event location, etc. 

Agency: VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System

We are looking for businesses, community groups, civic organizations, clubs, fraternities, sororities, etc. to sponsor recreation activities for inpatient Veterans at the Nashville VA Medical Center. Examples of activities could include providing a pizza party, holding a bingo, sponsoring a movie night, etc. Organizations who have sponsored past activities have provided prizes for bingo (such as coupon books that can be used at our on site retail store) and refreshments. Groups sponsoring these activities would also volunteer during the activity. Some tasks could include assisting Veterans with their bingo cards, serving refreshments, pushing patients in wheelchairs to the event location, etc. 

Agency: VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37212

Allow Groups: Teams only


Volunteer: Activity Cart Volunteer

We are looking for activity cart volunteers to help us bring joy to our inpatient Veterans during their stay at the Alvin C. York VA in Murfreesboro! The activity cart consists of various items to keep our Veterans minds engaged during their stay with us, examples include adult coloring books, decks of cards, books, current magazines, puzzle books, etc. The ideal candidate is able to walk long distances and has an engaging, pleasant personality. 

Agency: VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System

We are looking for activity cart volunteers to help us bring joy to our inpatient Veterans during their stay at the Alvin C. York VA in Murfreesboro! The activity cart consists of various items to keep our Veterans minds engaged during their stay with us, examples include adult coloring books, decks of cards, books, current magazines, puzzle books, etc. The ideal candidate is able to walk long distances and has an engaging, pleasant personality. 

Agency: VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37129

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Saturday Morning Volunteers

Volunteers from the local community gather at DPC every Saturday from 8:30am – 10:30am to serve a free sit-down meal, distribute essentials, and offer a space of respite to those in need within our community.  We are always excited to welcome additional volunteers – bring a friend, your family, co-workers, or small group! 

Complimentary parking is provided in the SP+ garage on 4th Ave. Consider serving just 1 Saturday each quarter, or perhaps even once a month.

Agency: Downtown Presbyterian Church

Volunteers from the local community gather at DPC every Saturday from 8:30am – 10:30am to serve a free sit-down meal, distribute essentials, and offer a space of respite to those in need within our community.  We are always excited to welcome additional volunteers – bring a friend, your family, co-workers, or small group! 

Complimentary parking is provided in the SP+ garage on 4th Ave. Consider serving just 1 Saturday each quarter, or perhaps even once a month.

Agency: Downtown Presbyterian Church

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37214

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Direct Client Care

Are you looking to directly serve a member of your community? Perhaps you're a Social Work student or interested in helping in that field? Nashville CARES is in need of CARE Team volunteers to assist clients with practical aspects of daily living. For anyone living with, or at risk for, HIV/AIDS, Nashville CARES is the premier HIV/AIDS agency in the region. We provide comprehensive education, a broad range of targeted services and effective advocacy, all in a highly personal, confidential and compassionate manner.
 
Many of our clients who are elderly, medically fragile, and/or homebound need of your help! Volunteers are needed for any of the following:

Transportation assistance: help with shopping, errands, driving to medical appointments, etc. Light housecleaning: dusting, organizing, light cleaning. Yardwork: weeding or lawnmowing. Social support: our clients don't often get to chat with anyone who is not their doctor or case manager. Simply a 20-minute chat would brighten their day and help immensely!

You will be matched to one client, so that you are able to build a relationship with them, and they can feel supported by their community. And we cater to your schedule: whether you can only help once a month during the evenings, or every week on Saturday, we can match you with the right client. 
 
The CARE Team volunteer role requires you to fill out an application, attend an orientation and pass a background check. We look forward to you helping us end the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Middle Tennessee.


Agency: Nashville CARES

Are you looking to directly serve a member of your community? Perhaps you're a Social Work student or interested in helping in that field? Nashville CARES is in need of CARE Team volunteers to assist clients with practical aspects of daily living. For anyone living with, or at risk for, HIV/AIDS, Nashville CARES is the premier HIV/AIDS agency in the region. We provide comprehensive education, a broad range of targeted services and effective advocacy, all in a highly personal, confidential and compassionate manner.
 
Many of our clients who are elderly, medically fragile, and/or homebound need of your help! Volunteers are needed for any of the following:

Transportation assistance: help with shopping, errands, driving to medical appointments, etc. Light housecleaning: dusting, organizing, light cleaning. Yardwork: weeding or lawnmowing. Social support: our clients don't often get to chat with anyone who is not their doctor or case manager. Simply a 20-minute chat would brighten their day and help immensely!

You will be matched to one client, so that you are able to build a relationship with them, and they can feel supported by their community. And we cater to your schedule: whether you can only help once a month during the evenings, or every week on Saturday, we can match you with the right client. 
 
The CARE Team volunteer role requires you to fill out an application, attend an orientation and pass a background check. We look forward to you helping us end the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Middle Tennessee.


Agency: Nashville CARES

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Agency Requirement: >18 years old

Zip Code: 37204

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Friendly Neighbor Program

Do you enjoy spending time with others?

Elderly or disabled clients can greatly benefit from a volunteer visiting in the capacity of a friendly neighbor providing socialization and much needed contact to the outside world, combating isolation and loneliness. Often those needs are not met by traditional programs, so volunteers can step in and close this crucial gap in services. 

Depending on the client's needs, volunteers in this role will just spend time with the client talking, reading or assist with getting the mail and reading it to the client or helping them understand the contents. Some clients may need a hand with simple household tasks such as switching a light bulb or vacuuming. Volunteers and clients could also partake in doing simple art projects together, if desired. 

Volunteers will be paired with a client in their area and volunteer and client will agree on the specifics of the volunteer's role prior to any visits. Volunteers should be willing to commit to a minimum of one visit per month for this opportunity. 

Please sign up if you are interested and we will be in touch to discuss next steps. Since this is a pilot opportunity the matching process might take a little longer. We'd love for you to provide feedback throughout the process so we can make improvements as we launch this opportunity on a bigger scale.  

I'll leave you with a quote from our first volunteer in this pilot:

"The Friendly neighbor program has benefited and rewarded me in so many ways. My client was blind and lonely, little or no interaction with people on a regular basis. My stopping by just once a week to read his mail and chat lifted his spirits greatly. He now can see as he has had both cataracts removed, but I am still checking on him.  

I think the only thing one needs to realize is that many live in poor circumstances but that doesn’t mean they aren’t proud of what they have. And most of all everyone needs and deserves respect and human kindness."

 

 

Agency: Greater Nashville Regional Council (GNRC)

Do you enjoy spending time with others?

Elderly or disabled clients can greatly benefit from a volunteer visiting in the capacity of a friendly neighbor providing socialization and much needed contact to the outside world, combating isolation and loneliness. Often those needs are not met by traditional programs, so volunteers can step in and close this crucial gap in services. 

Depending on the client's needs, volunteers in this role will just spend time with the client talking, reading or assist with getting the mail and reading it to the client or helping them understand the contents. Some clients may need a hand with simple household tasks such as switching a light bulb or vacuuming. Volunteers and clients could also partake in doing simple art projects together, if desired. 

Volunteers will be paired with a client in their area and volunteer and client will agree on the specifics of the volunteer's role prior to any visits. Volunteers should be willing to commit to a minimum of one visit per month for this opportunity. 

Please sign up if you are interested and we will be in touch to discuss next steps. Since this is a pilot opportunity the matching process might take a little longer. We'd love for you to provide feedback throughout the process so we can make improvements as we launch this opportunity on a bigger scale.  

I'll leave you with a quote from our first volunteer in this pilot:

"The Friendly neighbor program has benefited and rewarded me in so many ways. My client was blind and lonely, little or no interaction with people on a regular basis. My stopping by just once a week to read his mail and chat lifted his spirits greatly. He now can see as he has had both cataracts removed, but I am still checking on him.  

I think the only thing one needs to realize is that many live in poor circumstances but that doesn’t mean they aren’t proud of what they have. And most of all everyone needs and deserves respect and human kindness."

 

 

Agency: Greater Nashville Regional Council (GNRC)

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Show Production

Help with set, props, costumes, lighting, sound, ushering, concessions, marketing, and more!

Agency: Theatre Bristol

Help with set, props, costumes, lighting, sound, ushering, concessions, marketing, and more!

Agency: Theatre Bristol

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37620

Allow Groups: Yes


Volunteer: Computer and Job Skills teacher

Are you a Christian looking for a place to share your knowledge and help others who are preparing to enter the workplace, seek a higher education degree, or advance in their chosen field?

Begin Anew is a faith-based education organization working to empower individuals to overcome obstacles caused by poverty by providing education, mentoring, and resources.

Begin Anew operates programs at four locations throughout Middle Tennessee (Woodbine, Downtown Nashville, Madison, and Franklin). Along with weekly Bible study and no-cost programming and care for our students’ children, we offer three education tracks in separate programs to men and to women:

HSE (High School Equivalency/GED) ELL (English Language Learners) accommodating three levels of instruction Computer and Job Skills Training

Under the guidance and direction of the Program Manager, the Computer and Job Skills Teacher will:

Instruct adult students in a small group computer lab setting in the basics of internet browsing and keyboard typing. Then, utilizing PCM Courseware, instruct students on how to use Windows, Word, Excel, and Outlook. Provide life skills instruction such as job applications, interviewing, follow up letters, networking, resume writing, and desirable workplace dress and behaviors. Uphold the mission, vision, and statement of faith of Begin Anew

Previous teaching or tutoring experience is helpful, but not required. We are looking for a willingness to serve and a desire to help others achieve their goals.

Class days and times vary by location. All our locations offer evening classes, and the Franklin location also has daytime classes. We ask that volunteers commit to one 2-hour shift each week for an entire semester.

This position requires volunteers to complete an application and pass a background check. Training and resources will be provided to you by the Program Manager.

 

Agency: Begin Anew of Middle Tennessee

Are you a Christian looking for a place to share your knowledge and help others who are preparing to enter the workplace, seek a higher education degree, or advance in their chosen field?

Begin Anew is a faith-based education organization working to empower individuals to overcome obstacles caused by poverty by providing education, mentoring, and resources.

Begin Anew operates programs at four locations throughout Middle Tennessee (Woodbine, Downtown Nashville, Madison, and Franklin). Along with weekly Bible study and no-cost programming and care for our students’ children, we offer three education tracks in separate programs to men and to women:

HSE (High School Equivalency/GED) ELL (English Language Learners) accommodating three levels of instruction Computer and Job Skills Training

Under the guidance and direction of the Program Manager, the Computer and Job Skills Teacher will:

Instruct adult students in a small group computer lab setting in the basics of internet browsing and keyboard typing. Then, utilizing PCM Courseware, instruct students on how to use Windows, Word, Excel, and Outlook. Provide life skills instruction such as job applications, interviewing, follow up letters, networking, resume writing, and desirable workplace dress and behaviors. Uphold the mission, vision, and statement of faith of Begin Anew

Previous teaching or tutoring experience is helpful, but not required. We are looking for a willingness to serve and a desire to help others achieve their goals.

Class days and times vary by location. All our locations offer evening classes, and the Franklin location also has daytime classes. We ask that volunteers commit to one 2-hour shift each week for an entire semester.

This position requires volunteers to complete an application and pass a background check. Training and resources will be provided to you by the Program Manager.

 

Agency: Begin Anew of Middle Tennessee

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37210

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Friendly Visitor for the Guardianship Program

Do you enjoy spending time with older adults? Can you commit to 2 hours per month? Then this might be your calling.

The public guardianship program provides conservatorship to Tennesseans who are unable to manage their own affairs and who have nobody willing and able to act on their behalf. Friendly Visitors assist the public guardianship program by visiting with an assigned client twice a month (or more often if desired by both parties). Volunteers may build a relationship of trust with the client, so that the client feels comfortable to voice any problems or concerns which otherwise may go unnoticed.  

 

Visits with a client can look different as each client has different needs and interests. Volunteers may read to clients, provide company and observe the clients living and health conditions. Volunteers can make a real difference in the lives of seniors, providing both concrete assistance and vital contact, overcoming the isolation and depression often present in older adults.

It is possible to volunteer together with a partner for this opportunity. We strive to match volunteers to clients close to their geographic location.

 Qualifications:

Complete the required initial training and sign all required documents. Successfully pass a background screening process. Must have your own transportation to make client visits. Must be able to keep client information confidential.  Must be able to complete a short report after each visit to keep conservator in the loop. Required update training: 4 hours annually. Skills necessary to be successful in this role: Have a heart for working with the Elderly, good listening skills, be respectful to the client’s mood and needs, ability to assess an individual’s circumstances based on established criteria.

Agency: GNRC Guardianship for the Elderly Program

Do you enjoy spending time with older adults? Can you commit to 2 hours per month? Then this might be your calling.

The public guardianship program provides conservatorship to Tennesseans who are unable to manage their own affairs and who have nobody willing and able to act on their behalf. Friendly Visitors assist the public guardianship program by visiting with an assigned client twice a month (or more often if desired by both parties). Volunteers may build a relationship of trust with the client, so that the client feels comfortable to voice any problems or concerns which otherwise may go unnoticed.  

 

Visits with a client can look different as each client has different needs and interests. Volunteers may read to clients, provide company and observe the clients living and health conditions. Volunteers can make a real difference in the lives of seniors, providing both concrete assistance and vital contact, overcoming the isolation and depression often present in older adults.

It is possible to volunteer together with a partner for this opportunity. We strive to match volunteers to clients close to their geographic location.

 Qualifications:

Complete the required initial training and sign all required documents. Successfully pass a background screening process. Must have your own transportation to make client visits. Must be able to keep client information confidential.  Must be able to complete a short report after each visit to keep conservator in the loop. Required update training: 4 hours annually. Skills necessary to be successful in this role: Have a heart for working with the Elderly, good listening skills, be respectful to the client’s mood and needs, ability to assess an individual’s circumstances based on established criteria.

Agency: GNRC Guardianship for the Elderly Program

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Administrative Office Volunteer

Looking to help hospice patients without the drive? Join our team of administrative volunteers by working in-office at our Nashville location. Help fulfill office duties by taking part in office projects, copying and filing paperwork, calling home patients to check their supplies and medications are up to date, clean, and join staff lunches and office parties!

Many hospice patients live at home without 24/7 caregiving. You can offer them relief by making sure their supplies and medications are fulfilled, so they will not go the weekend without them.

Our staff spends a great amount of time working in-office to keep files and patient visits on par. An extra set of hands to clean, file, and work on office projects like decorating, arts-and-crafts, and organizing allows our team less stress, so we can focus more on the patient and families who need us!

Agency: Gentiva Hospice

Looking to help hospice patients without the drive? Join our team of administrative volunteers by working in-office at our Nashville location. Help fulfill office duties by taking part in office projects, copying and filing paperwork, calling home patients to check their supplies and medications are up to date, clean, and join staff lunches and office parties!

Many hospice patients live at home without 24/7 caregiving. You can offer them relief by making sure their supplies and medications are fulfilled, so they will not go the weekend without them.

Our staff spends a great amount of time working in-office to keep files and patient visits on par. An extra set of hands to clean, file, and work on office projects like decorating, arts-and-crafts, and organizing allows our team less stress, so we can focus more on the patient and families who need us!

Agency: Gentiva Hospice

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37209

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Direct Patient Care Volunteers

Visit patients in the community and read a book, play games, listen and talk about their day, sing, deliver flowers, run errands, there are so many opportunities! Volunteering to visit hospice patients allows the patient to have a friend outside of their family. You can offer them support, companionship, socialization, and family relief.

Many hospice patients live without seeing their family often. Someone may have a family that lives out of state or are disabled and do not have the transportation to see their family member. Visiting these patients gives them comfort and happiness that someone is there to talk and spend time with them when no one else can.

Several other patients live at home with a full-time caregiver, but many caregivers and family members do not want to leave the patient by themselves at home to run errands. Seeing a patient when the family member is close allows the caregiver to leave the home without any stress. Of course, it also makes the patient happy to have someone new to come see them and retell their stories, play games, or read. You can also run errands for caregivers that want to stay home with their loved one!

Agency: Gentiva Hospice

Visit patients in the community and read a book, play games, listen and talk about their day, sing, deliver flowers, run errands, there are so many opportunities! Volunteering to visit hospice patients allows the patient to have a friend outside of their family. You can offer them support, companionship, socialization, and family relief.

Many hospice patients live without seeing their family often. Someone may have a family that lives out of state or are disabled and do not have the transportation to see their family member. Visiting these patients gives them comfort and happiness that someone is there to talk and spend time with them when no one else can.

Several other patients live at home with a full-time caregiver, but many caregivers and family members do not want to leave the patient by themselves at home to run errands. Seeing a patient when the family member is close allows the caregiver to leave the home without any stress. Of course, it also makes the patient happy to have someone new to come see them and retell their stories, play games, or read. You can also run errands for caregivers that want to stay home with their loved one!

Agency: Gentiva Hospice

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 37209

Allow Groups: No