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

Volunteers are needed to help prepare substance misuse material to be handed out at community events

Volunteers are needed to help prepare substance misuse material to be handed out at community events

Set up for annual fundraiser on the farm - flowers decor, tables, silent auction, etc.

Come join us in a fun way to serve the community! Join us in the Cul2vate Farm Store. Sell Cul2vate produce, flowers, honey, merchandise, and more! This is a great way to engage in community for a great cause. 

Do you find Medicare interesting?

Would you enjoy being a popular resource on all things Medicare for your friends, family and the community?

Then this opportunity is for you! Volunteers with the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) will learn how to break up the complicated issue of Medicare into bite size pieces for others and provide assistance to them in choosing the Medicare plans and assistance options (if applicable) that are right for them. You will learn to provide unbiased and accurate information to anyone you assist. 

SHIP Volunteers will be able to give clients peace of mind and can witness first-hand the impact they are making in the beneficiary's life with the information they provide. 

This training is designed for new volunteers to the program. Attendance of all activities are required to become certified as a counselor. The classes will build on each other, so it is important not to miss a session.

For volunteers who'd like to attend events to share Medicare information and do plan comparisons or administrative work for the program but NO direct client counseling there is the option to attend just up to the second-class session.

Any volunteer who would like to be a full counselor will need to attend the full curriculum (all three class sessions as well as participate in the required activities in-between the sessions). Full certification as a counselor requires a minimum of 12 hours of in class training AND additional mentoring thereafter until the volunteer is able to provide counseling on their own. 

Medicare Volunteer Certification Curriculum

Class 1: Thursday, February 5 from 8:30-12:30 (virtual via Microsoft Teams)

Class 2: Thursday, February 12 from 8:30-12:30 (in-person at GNRC's offices)

Class 3: Thursday, February 26 from 8:30-12:30 (in-person at GNRC's offices)

Part of your training is hands-on experience. You can participate in a variety of different events. The event schedule will be provided during the first session. In addition, we will schedule counseling calls for you to observe. You will be asked to provide your availability to shadow counseling calls between the 2nd and 3rd class.  

We will go over the training schedule with you to determine what level of training and commitment is best for you. Application forms and initial conversation with the Volunteer Manager are required for participation. Volunteers who can be involved regularly usually do best with this type of volunteer opportunity as it is very knowledge based. Please reach out with any questions to Rebecca at rnofi@gnrc.org.

Please take a moment to review our individual volunteer schedule! The following farm time slots available for up to 3 individuals:

Monday 10:00 am - 12:00pm & 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday  8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Friday 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m

Volunteers are the heartbeat of Cul2vate! Cul2vate can be a wonderful vessel to share your God-given gifts, talents, and skills. There are many different volunteer opportunities, from working on the farm to belonging to a prayer group to helping with data entry.

Volunteering with Cul2vate does not require a green thumb!  Working alongside the Cul2vators and staff sharing your personal experiences can provide growth for all. As our volunteer team says, “We receive so many more blessings than we give!” We work to provide a volunteer orientation session for individual volunteers each month of the growing season.

We would love for you to become a regular - weekly or bi-weekly - volunteer with Cul2vate. We are working to schedule volunteer orientations to get you started. 

Tasks will include but are not limited to planting, harvesting, weeding, hoeing, cleaning, boxing produce, and more! We'd love for you to become a regular part of the Cul2vate community.

Please note you will need to sign our waiver before coming to work on the farm. 

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Belmont is joining thousands of teams across the country to help save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. Please help us reach our fundraising goal by donating to a team member or joining our walking team!

To donate, go to our team page. To register to walk with Belmont's team - click here to get started! Learn more about the event here.

Event volunteer opportunities are also available! Send an email to Shannonhall567@yahoo.com to submit a volunteer application.

GNRC will have a booth at Thrive55+ Health & Wellness Expo. You will be staffing the booth, giving out information and brochures and connect with beneficiaries or their family members.

We will coordinate with you regarding the materials and further details once you are signed up. 

The American Cancer Society’s Men Wear Pink 6th Annual Fit Crawl 2 Fight Breast Cancer will be taking place this October to raise awareness in the fight against a disease that remains one of the most pervasive health challenges, impacting millions of lives annually. Funds raised through this fitness initiative support lifesaving programs, including groundbreaking research and essential patient services.

The annual Fit Crawl 2 Fight Breast Cancer, launched in 2020, is an opportunity to help build a community around survivors support through the fitness studios, as well as an opportunity to try to stay healthy, both physically & emotionally via exercise, as higher levels of physical activity are linked to lower risk of cancer and other diseases while also being linked to healing.

Through this month long crawl to over 50 fitness & wellness studios, we help raise awareness and funds in the fight against breast cancer through the American Cancer Society via their intensive cancer research, patient support as well as education and awareness where over a quarter million women are diagnosed with breast cancer and over 40 thousand die from it in the U.S., while 1 in 8 women are expected to develop breast cancer in their lifetime! Thanks to more awareness and donations towards cancer research, the death rate has gone down 42% over the last 2 decades!

Workouts are of varying styles, including yoga, cycling, Pilates, boxing, barre, HIIT, strength conditioning, cardio, ballet....

Visit our new website www.fitcrawl2fightbreastcancer.com.   Follow us @fitcrawl2fightbreastcancer @menwearpinknashville & @nashvillefit for more information. Nashville Fit Magazine is a major partner.

Primary responsibilities for the Fit Crawl Internship/ service learning include:

·         Scheduling with fitness & wellness studios

·         Working with Sponsors & Donors

·         Media Relations

·         Marketing Events (Social Media & Graphic Design)

·         Event Planning

·         Mammogram coordination

Dedication to healthcare advocacy and proficiency in excel are a plus.

Internship would include working with Nashville Fit Magazine

·         Social media (Instagram) + trending content

·         Graphic design (Canva/Adobe)

·         Networking/outreach with gyms, businesses, influencers

·         Event hustle (set-up, day-of support, problem solving)

Also, there will be an opportunity to learn and engage with the American Cancer Society

Contact: Rashed Fakhruddin, 615-480-6146; rfakhruddin@gmail.com

GNRC will have a booth at Dandridge Tower's Health Expo. You will be staffing the booth, giving out information and brochures and connect with residents.

We will coordinate with you regarding the materials and further details once you are signed up. We need to provide our own table.

Help keep Shelby Park beautiful! Join Friends of Shelby and your friends and neighbors as we do a park wide sweep of trash to restore the natural beauty of this public space and keep litter off the ground and out of our streams and rivers. This is a great opportunity for everyone of all ages!

What will volunteers be doing at this event?
Volunteer will use trash grabbers and reusable trash bags to collect litter from the grounds of Shelby Park and Bottoms. Most volunteers will be asked to stray off the cement path to locate litter under leaves, wrapped into fences, and around picnic shelters. Volunteers will be split into smaller groups after the check-in and orientation portion, and will return to the starting point for their trash to be weighed.

What is the community impact of this event?
The Cumberland River traces along the eastern edge of Shelby Park and Bottoms, and it is Nashville's #1 drinking water source. When weather washes litter down into the river, this can place extra strain on the water processing plants. By removing this trash from Shelby Park and Bottoms, volunteers will actively improve the water quality for all of Nashville and reduce strain on our processing plants. Also, putting trash where it belongs keeps it out of the mouths of local animals and protects our forests!

What should volunteers bring to this event?
Volunteers should wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing, as they might be moving up to 2 miles throughout the event. Bringing a reusable water bottle is always recommended but not required. Friends of Shelby will provide all of the necessary grabbers, bags, gloves, safety vests, and directions for those that need them.

Accessibility/safety:
This event will require volunteers to hold and squeeze trash grabbers to pick-up litter, as well as carry bags of trash that could weigh up to 40 pounds each. Volunteers may always return to the starting location to drop off heavy trash. Volunteers will be walking along some roadways; they will be provided orange safety vests to make them more visible, but awareness of your surroundings is important to staying safe at this event. All children under age 16 must be accompanied by a guardian over 18 years of age.

If you sign up for this opportunity, you will receive a pre-event email with more information on parking, weather, and clothing recommendations. 

Do you love conservation? Want to work outdoors to protect the natural ecosystems of Shelby Park and Bottoms? We need you!

Shelby Park and Bottoms is a natural oasis in the heart of the city. The forests here are a refuge for people and wildlife alike. Our Shelby forests need help: they are being overtaken by invasive plant species. Through our Restore the Forest program, we remove invasive species and replant native species to revitalize a healthy forest ecosystem.

What is the community impact of this event?
Healthy forests are beautiful for park visitors, provide food and shelter for wildlife and make our local ecosystem more resilient by promoting and enhancing growth of native plant species.

What will volunteers be doing at this event?
At this event, we will be uprooting and cutting down honeysuckle and privet plants with weed wrenches, loppers, and hand saws. They will work in small groups under the supervision of experienced staff and recurring volunteers that will help teach proper plant identification and safe tool usage.

Accessibility:
This event will include hiking while carrying heavy tools over uneven ground, and we will be working off-trail within the woods. Please dress according to the weather. Porta-potties are located a short walk from our worksite, and there should always be ample parking located nearby the worksite.

What to bring?
I recommend bringing your own water bottle and sunscreen. Water, gloves, all necessary tools, and additional water will be provided. Please wear sturdy shoes that are good for gardening (e.g. hiking boots), long socks, and long pants to protect yourselves from sticks and thorns in the forest. If possible, long sleeved shirts can also be helpful for protection, but please dress according to the weather.

What’s next?
If you sign up for this event, you will receive a reminder email a few days before the event with specific instructions regarding parking and any other necessary information.

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Founded in 2008, Friends of Shelby is a private, nonprofit organization working to preserve, enhance, and promote Shelby Park and Bottoms for everyone to appreciate and protect. We work to protect the natural and historical integrity of the area by supporting appropriate recreational activities, maintaining and enhancing its features, promoting programs that inspire appreciation and conservation of the Park and Bottoms, and advocating for a level playing field for the various user groups.

In partnership with Dandridge Towers, GNRC is hosting a digital literacy class for older adults.

Are you interested in teaching a basic computer skills class to a group of 10 older adults? 

All training and material will be provided.

This opportunity requires NO formal teaching experience or a background in IT. A basic understanding of computers is all that’s needed along with a patient demeanor and the desire to bridge the digital gap for older adults in our community.

The class schedule is set between Dandridge Towers and the volunteer trainer. Total class time is 15 hours of instruction. An example class schedule could be 1.5-hour class twice a week for 5 weeks. Dandridge Towers is hoping to either host classes at 10am or 2pm. 

Trainers teach 15 hours of digital skills training to members of their community who want to develop their computer skills. Trainers will be issued a Chromebook (on loan) and receive training on a ready-made curriculum to guide the course content. Trainers will also have the support of Tech Goes Home staff and GNRC.

Characteristics of good trainers: Trainers do not need to be computer wizards, but they need to be comfortable using Gmail, Google Docs, and Google Sheets. Trainers must feel comfortable searching for answers online. It is most important that trainers are patient, compassioned educators.

Time commitment: The total time commitment for trainers is about 35 hours over the course of several weeks. In addition to trainer orientation (4 hours) each course will require 3 hours of logistics and communication with the team; 15 hours of class; 5 hours of make-up class(es); 6-8 hours of prep work (about an hour per class).

Trainers may be eligible to receive a stipend for teaching the course.

Please express interest in the opportunity and we will follow up with you on next steps and can answer any questions you may have. 

Transportation is a challenge for many seniors in Nashville and providing a ride is a meaningful way to help our older neighbors get where they need to go. Senior Ride Nashville keeps older adults connected to their community by providing affordable and assisted transportation for our riders. We are looking for caring, reliable volunteer drivers to provide transportation to medical appointments, grocery stores, beauty/barber shops, community centers and more!  Your time can make a big difference in the lives of older adults in Nashville.

SRN drivers use their own vehicles and select rides based on their availability, location, and interest using an online scheduling tool. Volunteer drivers must complete an orientation and a background and motor vehicle record check before driving responsibilities begin. Records are checked on a recurring basis.

Project Description:

As a TN SHIP/SMP (Tennessee State Health Insurance Assistance Program/Senior Medicare Patrol) Volunteer Medicare Counselor you will be assisting individuals who have questions regarding the Medicare program through one-on-one counseling over the phone, in-person, or via email. You will receive extensive training to assist Medicare beneficiaries and will be trained to provide free, non-biased and personalized counseling and referral services to a wide range of health insurance issues.

Project Purpose:

TN SHIP’s goal is to provide free, non-biased, personalized counseling and assistance to Medicare beneficiaries and their families who need the help in navigating their way through the Medicare program. SHIP provides understandable and objective information to Medicare beneficiaries on a wide range of health insurance issues. Volunteers are essential in providing these services.

Key Duties:

Qualifications:

Location of volunteer job:

Senior centers, libraries, in-office at GNRC, other locations that are convenient to Seniors, and can be a work-from-home role once trained and proven ability to cover the topics with comfort and accuracy.

Commitment per month: 

Tennessee SHIP/SMP would appreciate a minimum of eight (8) hours of volunteer service each month for this volunteer role.

Sages & Seekers is an intergenerational program that builds meaningful relationships between Sages (adults 60+) and Seekers (students 14-24) to diminish ageism and social isolation. This is not a mentorship program – you have as much to share with older adults as they have with you!

We're looking for students to join our Fall 2025 program season. We meet virtually for one hour on Zoom once a week for 8 weeks. Sessions begin end of September and go until mid November. Click here for more information: https://sagesandseekers.org/enroll/ Please note the time difference as we are based in Los Angeles.

Want to get your hands dirty and enjoy some time in the great outdoors? The Shelby Bottoms Nature Center is looking for a few helpful hands to do some weeding, trimming, watering, and anything else to help make their garden as beautiful as possible!

What will volunteers be doing at this event?

Volunteers will be using hand tools to remove weeds, trim back overgrown plants, lay down mulch, water plants, and other tasks to tend to their pollinator and vegetable garden.

What is the community impact of this event?

The Shelby Bottoms Nature Center provides numerous educational opportunities for people of all ages, all for free, and helping tend to their garden creates a welcoming environment for people to learn in! This garden is meant to show people the power of pollinators and planting plants in harmony with one another, so by keeping it healthy, the community will in turn have a beautiful, functional space to learn and gather in.

Accessibility:

The garden is located off of the paved greenway, meaning being able to move over an unpaved surface is required. Volunteers will need to be able to either use at least one hand or have a way to hold hand tools in order to dig and weed in the dirt. Kneeling in the dirt will happen for the majority of the event, and you will have chances to take breaks. This spot is largely unshaded, so please be mindful of sun exposure (sunscreen can be provided, but dressing according to the weather is important). There is a large parking lot located in front of the Nature Center with an overflow lot as well. The Nature Center has running water and restrooms on site.

What should volunteers bring or wear?

Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes and long socks for your safety. Long pants are best for protecting your knees, but please be mindful of the temperatures. Please wear clothing that will protect you from the sun (hats, sunglasses, light colors that cover exposed skin). Bringing a water bottle is recommended but not required. The Nature Center staff will have all of the necessary tools and gloves (you may bring your own gloves if you wish), as well as extra sunscreen, bug spray, and a water cooler.

What’s next?

Once you sign up, you'll receive a pre-event email a day or two before the event with more information on parking, weather, and any other important notes.

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Founded in 2008, Friends of Shelby is a private, nonprofit organization working to preserve, enhance, and promote Shelby Park and Bottoms for everyone to appreciate and protect. We work to protect the natural and historical integrity of the area by supporting appropriate recreational activities, maintaining and enhancing its features, promoting programs that inspire appreciation and conservation of the Park and Bottoms, and advocating for a level playing field for the various user groups.

We would like to invite you, your colleagues, students, friends, family, and neighbors to participate in our very important Fisk University Community Discussion of “Workplace and Home Health and Safety”. This discussion will be held Saturday, September 13, 2025 from 10:30am-1:00pm (lunch included). It will be held in the Appleton Room of Jubilee Hall on the campus of Fisk University.

It is important to remember the key elements of workplace and home safety, RAMP. Recognizing the hazard, Assessing the risk, Minimizing the risk, and Preparing for and responding to emergencies. Hazards include flammability, corrosivity, reactivity, toxicity, and physical and biological hazards.

OSHA standard 1910.1200 requires all employers to provide information to their employees about the hazardous chemicals to which they are exposed.

To Register for this event. Contact Robert C. Wingfield Jr. Fisk University, rwingfld@fisk.edu, or 615-439-0274.   There is no cost for registration.  Lunch will be served.

A community event focused on raising awareness for suicide prevention, offering resources, education, and support to promote hope, healing, and HIV. This event will be facilitated by professionals at the Rutherford County Health Department.

RULES TO RECEIVE HOURS:

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86784360074?pwd=7AYBxxdTSUsaFehRnGxqVsUN98gJba.1

Meeting ID: 867 8436 0074
Passcode: HIVAIDS  (must use all CAPS)

A community event focused on raising awareness for suicide prevention, offering resources, education, and support to promote hope, healing, and mental wellness. This event will be facilitated by professionals at the Metro Health Department.

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Meeting ID: 817 9871 2397
Passcode: wellness

RULES TO RECEIVE HOURS:

Margaret Allen Middle School is looking for volunteers to serve as reading buddies. Reading buddies will read with 1-2 students for 30 minutes, at least once a week during PLT block (8:55-9:45) or Academic Support block (3:05-3:55).

Please let us know what time would work best when you sign up.

Anyone who plans to volunteer with students 1:1 or unsupervised must clear a complimentary background check through PENCIL first.

Please complete the information for the background check at your earliest convenience through this link - Background Check.

Join local Methodist volunteers for upcoming Habitat for Humanity Build Days! Volunteers do not have to be Methodist to participate - all are welcome!

The day runs from 7:30am to 3:30pm, with food and supplies provided. Be sure you wear closed-toed shoes and dressed ready to work!

To sign up, you must complete this form, including the required waiver - as well as responding to this Need on Get Connected. More information will be provided after signing up using the link.

Questions? Contact team lead Carol McDonough at kimandcarolmcdo@icloud.com.

On October 21st, James Lawson High School will be hosting a Professional Day for their 9th graders.  9th grade students will hear from several different speakers. They will have 3 groups, and each group will hear from 5 different speakers. 

You can decide what topic you would like to focus on, but listed below are some possible ideas:

How to get your first job or your first job experience

Interview skills (how to speak, dress, present yourself)

Types of degrees and certifications (associate, bachelor's, master's, doctorate)

What’s required for different career paths

Financial Literacy

Conflict Resolution

Mental Health Awareness

Leadership Development & Motivational Speakers

(Any other relevant life skills or student-interest topics would be greatly appreciated)

They would like to have a variety of different speakers for students to hear from.  Each session would be about 25 minutes. 

It is always impactful for students to meet and interact with business partners and professionals in the work place. Please feel free to share with your networks as well! 

Should you have any questions about the event, you are welcome to contact Academy Coach Mary York.

Special Olympics Tennessee offers a vibrant, year-round calendar of competitions across 16 sports, serving more than 18,000 athletes statewide. At the 2025 State Fall Games, we will be hosting state flag football, state cornhole, fitness competitions, Healthy Athletes and Young Athletes events We can't wait to see our athletes and Unified partners shine!

Fitness Games (support athletes through functional fitness stations)| Oct 18, 2025 at 9:00am for 4 hours with 40 slots 

Young Athletes (introduction sports for athletes ages 3 - 7)| Oct 18, 2025 at 10:00am for 2 hours with 10 slots. 

Flag Football Tournament Support Am Shift (support flag football events with scorekeeping, field support) | Oct 18, 2025 at 8:00am for 5 hours with 25 slots. 

Flag Football Tournament Support PM  (support flag football events with scorekeeping, field support) | Shift Oct 18, 2025 at 12:30pm for 4 hours with 25 slots

Please register for the appropriate volunteer shift. No experience needed, just bring your energy and enthusiasm - thank you! 

The Special Olympics Health Program, specifically the Healthy Athletes initiative, offers free health screenings, education, and resources to Special Olympics athletes, addressing the significant health disparities faced by people with intellectual disabilities.

Join us for the Stronger Together Health Fair, a day focused on inclusion, wellness, and community connection! Hosted in partnership with BrightStone and Special Olympics Tennessee, this event features free health screenings, inclusive sport opportunities, and resources for individuals of all abilities. Volunteers play a key role in supporting participants, ensuring a smooth event, and creating an encouraging environment for everyone involved.

Volunteer roles include event setup, assisting with participant check-in, and helping with various support tasks throughout the day. No prior experience is needed, training will be provided on-site.

On Thursday, 10-9, James Lawson High School will be having their Experiential Learning Day.  As part of this day, students in the 10th grade Business and Health Sciences Academy will participate in mock interviews.  You don’t have to be familiar with health sciences or business, and you will be provided the questions and a rubric to grade students.  They will start at 8:00am and will end by 11:00am. 

You will briefly interview students and grade them on their interview skills and provide feedback. 

The school will have several other activities planned for the other academies and grades, so thank you if you are assisting in any way with those. 

Students will be joining us for a day of learning about various college and career opportunities within our community. We ask that volunteers bring a one-pager of relevant facts about the occupation or college and something interactive for demonstration purposes. 

Set up: 11:30am

Event begins: 12:00pm

Event ends: 3:00pm

Note: Please bring whatever is necessary to entice students to join your profession! If you bring items or food, do not bring stickers or anything with nuts.

Cockrill Elementary School is seeking volunteers to assist with cleaning and organizing their resource room on September 12th @ 10am. 

Please contact Deseree' Hill at deseree.hill@mnps.org for further questions.

McKissack Middle is seeking volunteers to help set up and run booths at their annual Fall Festival. 

Supporters are also welcome to donate treats if they are interested. 

For further questions, contact Alonzo Rhodes at alonzo.rhodes@mnps.org

The Moses McKissack Race to Greatness event is an exciting opportunity to support our community and celebrate the achievements of our students. We are seeking volunteers to help with the Parade Line, which involves cheering on the students as they walk down to the event space.

Hull-Jackson is hosting a Literacy Night to bring students and families together for an evening of learning and fun!

Volunteers will assist with:

Additional Details:

Come help make this a welcoming and engaging event for our school community!

The Dove Store is part of Hull-Jackson’s PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention and Support) initiative, where students earn points for positive behavior and redeem them for fun items.

Volunteers will:

Event Details:

Help us celebrate and reward positive behavior in our students!

Join us in supporting our school’s Data Night—a fun, engaging event for students and their families!

The event will take place on October 23rd, tentatively from 4pm-6pm. Parking is available in front of the building. Wear comfortable clothing.

Volunteers will help by:

Your support will help make this night a success for our school community! For questions, please contact Kristen Lockert at Kristen.Lockert@mnps.org

Hull-Jackson Elementary is hosting Donuts with Grown-Ups on Wednesday, October 9, from 7:20 AM – 9:00 AM! This special morning brings parents and caregivers together with their students to enjoy breakfast and participate in fun activities like a photo booth.

Volunteers will assist with:

For questions, please contact Dr. Sanders at micquel.sanders@mnps.org.

Come help us create a warm, welcoming start to the day for our students and their families! 

GNRC's Medicare Counseling Program is partnering with local universities for a Medicare Training focused on Plan Comparisons and a workshop day to help people in the community with their plan comparison requests that they have mailed in during the Annual Open Enrollment Period. 

We will hold a virtual training via Microsoft Teams on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, from 8am to 12pm during which you will learn the basics of Medicare as well as how to do plan comparisons for beneficiaries. Please note that this training is ONLY for those interested in participating in the plan comparison workshop on October 31st. If you are interested in learning Medicare basics but don't want to or can't attend the workshop, let your professor know and we will provide that opportunity for you at another time. 

At the end of the training, you will take the certification test and be officially certified to complete Medicare plan comparisons. Certification is valid for one year. Update training is required annually to maintain certification. 

Those wishing to become full Medicare counselors (able to counsel directly) can pursue further training with GNRC. 

On October 31, 2025, from 8am to 12pm we will meet in person at Lipscomb University (details on room location and parking to be forthcoming via email for those who sign up) to have a plan comparison workshop. We will put the training to use and complete plan comparisons for people in the community who have mailed in their requests to SHIP. You will be able to make a big difference for people, helping them evaluate their best options for a Medicare Plan for the next year. Attendance of the training and successful certification is required to attend the workshop.

Additional opportunities to help with plan comparisons beyond the plan comparison workshop are available for those interested. 

Please sign up for this opportunity and Rebecca will follow up via email with the application form and Background Check Authorization. For questions reach out to Rebecca at rnofi@gnrc.org. Thanks! 

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Volunteers are expected to warmly and clearly welcome visitors and groups as they enter the gallery.

Keep in mind, that this is a place of business and a cultural institution that represents the storied history of the university. You are ultimately representing Fisk. 

Important Note:

-Do not sign up for a shift if you have a class that is still in session when it starts or meets at the same time. It will not be approved. 

-If you have to cancel your shift, let gallery staff know and find a replacement, especially if it is for an event or very busy time of day. 

-No more than three students should sit at the front desk area at a given time. 

-As long as there are at least two volunteers, take turns completing a gallery walk upstairs and downstairs. 

Thank you for volunteering with us!

-Gallery Staff

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Volunteers are expected to warmly and clearly welcome visitors and groups as they enter the gallery.

Keep in mind, that this is a place of business and a cultural institution that represents the storied history of the university. You are ultimately representing Fisk. 

Important Note:

-Do not sign up for a shift if you have a class that is still in session when it starts or meets at the same time. It will not be approved. 

-No more than three students should sit at the front desk area at a given time. 

-As long as there are at least two volunteers, take turns completing a gallery walk upstairs and downstairs. 

Volunteers are needed to help with any, all or even parts of the following shifts at this year's Community Connections Fair to be held on Wednesday, Sept. 17, in the Maddox Grand Atrium:

Service WELL Core credit is available for volunteers under the Serve Together, Different Population, or Asset-Based Learning behaviors. Students must submit reflections on Suitable to earn credit.

Contact Tim Stewart, Director of Community-Engaged Learning and Service, tim.stewart@belmont.edu, 615-460-5431, for more information.

You would be staffing our booth and sharing information about the TN SHIP Medicare Program and Aging and Disability services. Training (if needed) and resources will be provided to you. You may need to transport a table and chairs.

We will coordinate materials and details with you once you are signed up. 

GNRC will have a booth at the Stewart County Community Bingo Fair. You will be staffing the booth, giving out information and brochures and connect with residents and keep track of how many people you share information with. 

We will coordinate with you regarding the materials and further details once you are signed up.

TO PARTICIPATE YOU MUST ALSO REGISTER ON THE CONSERVANCY SITE HERE:

https://www.conservancyonline.com/volunteer

Help Improve Centennial Park! Come join us during the Tennessee Craft Festival to staff the Conservancy booth and hand out Survey Code Cards to all park visitors. Survey feedback helps the Centennial Park Conservancy determine the direction of park improvements, identify needs, and collect data to help write the grants to protect, preserve, promote and beautify the park! Partial shifts are OK - Just let us know the hours you intend to work each day.

Meet at the light green Centennial Park Conservancy Tent on the main Promenade near the Suffragette Monument to pick up Survey Cards, and then walk throughout the park handing them out to park visitors and encouraging them to fill out the survey to help us create a more enjoyable space for everyone!

Dress casually but professionally, as you will be representing the Conservancy in the park. Also bring a raincoat or a sweater depending on the weather forecast. 

You must register with the Conservancy on Point at this link in order for your hours to be counted!

https://dash.pointapp.org/events/383056

Musicians Corner in Centennial Park  seeking volunteers to assist with their 2025 concert events scheduled from August  to September. These concerts are free for the community and we can’t make them happen without your help! 

About Musicians Corner:

Musicians Corner, a program of The Centennial Park Conservancy, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, supports emerging artists and provides inclusive arts enrichment and educational programming for adults and youth. Musicians Corner presents free music events in Nashville's downtown Centennial Park in partnership with the City of Nashville and local music industry, showcasing over 1,200 artists since its inception in 2010, and presenting legends like Emmylou Harris, Vince Gill, The Blind Boys Of Alabama, and Preservation Hall Jazz Band. As part of the Centennial Park Restoration, a permanent home has been built for Musicians Corner, as a cultural meeting place of community engagement that promotes arts education, supports artists, and fosters a love of the arts among adults and children. You can learn more about Musicians Corner here

There are many opportunities to lend a hand throughout the season. Volunteers work alongside our interns and full-time staff to assist with:

Musicians Corner Volunteers will also receive a voucher for a FREE T-Shirt from the Centennial Park Merchandise Tent!

Closed toe shoes recommended, the show goes on rain or shine - please dress appropriately for the weather. You are welcome to bring a folding chair or blanket as you will likely have time to relax and enjoy the concert during part of your service.

ATTENTION: Signing up here on the Belmont site will insure you receive your Belmont credit. To get complete credit for this service, additional registration is required though our Volunteer Registration Portal, POINT. Please click HERE to sign up for a date! 

Centennial Park Needs You!

Help preserve our shared verdant oasis of natural beauty, history and fun in the heart of Nashville! 

Our Green Sweep Squad will meet up in the PARKING LOT outside the Parthenon entrance The First Saturday of the Month from 9am to noon to lend Metro Parks a hand in defeating our mutual arch-nemesis: LITTERBUGS

Join us and you will:

Questions? Contact holly@conservancyonline.com or 615-828-0855

Our Mission:

Centennial Park Conservancy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that works in partnership with Nashville’s Metro Parks to support Centennial Park and the Parthenon. We preserve, enhance and share the Parthenon and Centennial Park so that all future generations may benefit from these enriching cultural and educational landmarks.

Learn more about the Conservancy HERE!

The 55th Annual Fall Tennessee Craft Fair is right around the corner! This October 10th, 11th, 12th, Centennial Park will be our home to celebrate craft, with demonstrations, Kids' Tent activities, a food truck court, and -- of course -- exemplary craft artists bringing delightful craft art from across the nation. Sun and warm temperatures beckon in May, so plan to volunteer outdoors with us. 

The following shifts are available:

In addition to responding on Get Connected, please sign up for specific shifts at https://tennesseecraft.org/about/volunteer-intern/volunteer/.

Join us as we welcome the public to explore the treasures of the fair. Load-in, water delivery, booth sitting, welcoming visitors... these are just a few of the ways that you can engage in the shadow of the Parthenon. We provide T-shirts, snacks, water and a day of fun!

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at tncraftvolunteer@gmail.com. We can't wait to see you!

Join us for a snack and game night with the residents of the Trevecca Towers!

Join us for a trunk or treat time with Trevecca Community Church, the Trevecca and local community/neighborhood!

We are in need of volunteers to help us lead a fun craft at the Shelby Park Community Center's annual popsicle party. No art experience necessary, just a willing, helpful energy! We will be able to walk you through every aspect of the craft on the day of the event. It will be a great time and a cool way to give back to the community! Please note this event will be held outside.

Now that you're settled back in school, isn't it time to foster a dog? fostering a dog is the perfect way to relax and have fun with a cuddly friend, without the long-term commitment.

Pawster provides all training, supplies, veterinary care and transportation. You just give them love, attention and lots of cuddles! Plus, it's flexible - you get your volunteer hours just by giving your foster pet a safe and loving home.

When you foster with Pawster, you help people too! Pawster provides "Crisis Foster Care." That means the dog or cat you are fostering already has an owner, but they are temporarily unable to care for their pet. You take care of their pet until the owner is back on their feet and ready to be reunited. Don't worry, your information is confidential, but Pawster Fosters say the most rewarding part is when they get to see their foster pet go home to their family.

Sign up today! If you love dogs, then you are fully qualified to be a Pawster Foster!

**NOTE: Belmont, Fisk and Trevecca Universities, do NOT allow pets in on-campus housing. This opportunity 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.

Now that you're settled back in school, isn't it time to foster a cat? Fostering a cat is the perfect way to relax and have fun with a cuddly friend, without the long-term commitment.

Pawster provides all training, supplies, veterinary care and transportation. You just give them love, attention and lots of cuddles! Plus, it's flexible - you get your volunteer hours just by giving your foster pet a safe and loving home.

When you foster with Pawster, you help people too! Pawster provides "Crisis Foster Care." That means the dog or cat you are fostering already has an owner, but they are temporarily unable to care for their pet. You take care of their pet until the owner is back on their feet and ready to be reunited. Don't worry, your information is confidential, but Pawster Fosters say the most rewarding part is when they get to see their foster pet go home to their family.

Sign up today! If you love cats, then you are fully qualified to be a Pawster Foster!

**NOTE: Belmont, Fisk and Trevecca Universities, do NOT allow pets in on-campus housing. This opportunity 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.

Volunteers are needed to help with Belmont's Campaign for Mass Vaccination Event.  Needs include:

The event will take place in the Maddox Grand Atrium from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Sign-up for one or more 2 hour shifts below!
(schedule includes arriving 15 minutes before your actual shift starts)

Service Wellness WELLCore available through Suitable.  Click here for more information.

Old WELLCore - (10 points for each hour served) since this effort will not only benefit Belmont, but the greater community as well!

New WELLCore - Could count for the Serve Together Experience in the New WELLCore Path

Either way, be sure to submit your hours through Get Connected after you volunteer

Volunteers are needed to help with Belmont's Campaign for Mass Vaccination Event.  Needs include:

The event will take place in the Maddox Grand Atrium from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Sign-up for one or more 2 hour shifts below!
(schedule includes arriving 15 minutes before your actual shift starts)

Service Wellness WELLCore available through Suitable.  Click here for more information.

Old WELLCore - (10 points for each hour served) since this effort will not only benefit Belmont, but the greater community as well!

New WELLCore - Could count for the Serve Together Experience in the New WELLCore Path

Either way, be sure to submit your hours through Get Connected after you volunteer

Volunteers are needed to assist with break down and clean up after the popular Chukkers for Charity polo match, benefitting Saddle Up! and The Rochelle Center.  Volunteers should come prepared to work hard in a beautiful farm setting in Williamson County.  

Mental Health Marketing is looking for motivated student volunteers to join the team behind the 2025 Mental Health Marketing Conference: a three-day event featuring more than 60+ speakers from across the mental and behavioral health industry, including marketers, clinicians, and executives.

Why Volunteer:

Volunteer Roles:

Requirements:

How To Sign Up:

Questions? Email chelsea@mhmarketing.org

We need volunteers who will participate with us to provide respite care for families with special needs.  We meet one Saturday of every month, from October-May.  We stay as a large group the entire night- you will never be alone with our participants.  We plan the evening from start to finish.  You will be partnered 1:1 with a buddy and we ask that engage with them for the duration of the night.  Nights can include games, crafts, stories, sensory play, outdoor play, meals, movie time, etc...  You will be provided all the resources that you need to have a night of fun with your buddy.

PLEASE NOTE: You must complete the training videos and a background check before you can participate.  The training videos can be found at this link: http://tnconcordcommunityrecess-99balloons.talentlms.com/  Create an account and you will see the videos assigned for training!

Help us work on our Honey Do List around the park. Together we will work on seasonal tasks that will beautify the park, such as picking up litter and maintaining trails and gardens.
 
As we will be outside, volunteers should wear closed toed footwear and dress for all elements. Prepare for sun exposure and bugs (sunscreen and bug spray provided). Snacks, beverages, and portable toilets are available onsite. And finally, feel free to bring your own water bottle to cut down on plastic waste! 
 
The goal of Friends of Mill Ridge is to enhance and advocate for Mill Ridge Park to strengthen the community in southeast Nashville & Davidson County.
 

Help support our Japanese cultural festival!  Volunteers help with art activities, and as greeters, in and around our Japanese garden.  2 shift options.  CELL PHONE # is required when you sign up. 

Volunteers help with games, activities, treat stations, pumpkin patch and hay ride.  Registration on our online volunteer agreement/waiver is required in advance in order to participate.  Here is the link to the form:  https://cheekwood.org/support/volunteer/fall-for-cheekwood-volunteer-registration/

Once we receive notification of your registration, your desired date/shift will be confirmed. 

Join us for our most popular annual tradition! Our Hummingbird Celebration offers fun activities for the entire family including bird banding observation, education stations, exploration stations, crafts, face-painting, food trucks and more.

Most volunteer shifts are 3-3.5 hours, and entail helping with a craft or information station. 

ALL VOLUNTEERS MUST REGISTER THROUGH OUR PLATFORM, BLOOMERANG. PLEASE FIND THE LINK BELOW. Registering solely on GetConnected will not suffice, as our sign up process includes a waiver and emergency contact information. If you do not register there, you will miss important information about the shift as well. 

https://volunteer.bloomerang.co:443/JE/4h2fzs7ny5shg8

This event promotes the Warner Parks BIRD Program. This group of dedicated researchers and volunteers host a year-round banding station, conduct cutting-edge avian research, and engage in community outreach and education to sustain and enrich birds, their habitats, and each other. 

Harpeth Conservancy's annual fundraiser - River Swing on Saturday, September 20th - provides the critical funding we need to carry out our mission: to protect clean water & rivers in Tennessee.

Available Shifts include:

- Sat, Sept 20 - 1-3pm - Entertainment Support - Load In

- Sat, Sept 20 - 5-8pm - Content Creation & Event Comms

- Sat, Sept 20 - 8-11pm - Entertainment Support - Load Out

Come join us dressed in your best river chic on the farm!

Come and make a dogs day! Metro Nashville Animal Care and Control (MACC) has nearly 100 fantastic dogs available for adoption and they need your help! Our dogs need your help getting them out throughout the day for fun romps in one of our play yards, extended walks, or something even just a friendly lap to cuddle on! So come today and make a dogs day, help them relax from the stresses of the kennel, and help them find a new family for them to call home!

This is for anyone looking for a long-term volunteering opportunity of at least 3 hours a month.

Interested volunteers, please respond here AND complete this volunteer application.

Orientation and one-on-one training required. 

Looking for a friendly lap! Come and make a cats day! Metro Nashville Animal Care and Control has nearly 30 fantastic cats available for adoption and they need your help! Help enrich our cats lives on a daily basis through play with tours and other enrichment, providing a lap for them to snuggle up in, or maybe even reading them a good book! You can help potential adopters find just the right new feline family member.

This is for anyone looking for a long-term volunteering opportunity of at least 3 hours a month.

Interested volunteers, please respond here AND complete this volunteer application.

Orientation and one-on-one training required. 

Celebrate the Harvest season at Cheekwood by volunteering with us!  Volunteers help as greeter/way finders and in our pumpkin patch.  Volunteer registration is required in advance on our online volunteer agreement/waiver, click on the button below.  For age 18 and older.  https://cheekwood.org/support/volunteer/harvest-weekends-volunteer-registration/

Fun Harvest Weekend that includes a doggie costume contest and parade!  Volunteers help as greeter/way finders and with the event.  Must register on our online volunteer agreement/waiver in order to participate and be confirmed, at this link:   https://cheekwood.org/support/volunteer/harvest-weekends-volunteer-registration/

Mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters

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

What You’ll Do:

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

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

Encourage your Little’s confidence and curiosity

Why It Works:

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

Flexible scheduling that works with your class load

Training and ongoing support from BBBS staff

Commitment:

2–3 visits per month for one school year

It takes Little to be Big!

Volunteers help greet patrons, answer questions, give directions, collect donations, and distribute programs and surveys.

Volunteers should arrive by 5:15 p.m. before their scheduled performance and plan to stay until after intermission. You can sign up to volunteer for a single night, multiple nights or the entire run. Volunteers who work multiple nights are extremely valuable as they get to know the routine and make everything run more smoothly.

Free parking in the 8 City Blvd Garage (under TOA & Pastaria)  with validation from Nashville Shakespeare Festival. All vehicles must register with Metropolis.

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

When: Ongoing, starting Aug. 4th

Share the Joy of Reading with our Lions of Literacy! 
Are you passionate about storytelling, literacy, and connecting with young minds? Our school is inviting dedicated volunteers to join us in a special reading initiative aimed at inspiring a love of books and boosting student confidence

What’s Involved: 
Join us three days a week from Tuesday- Thursday for an hour blocks to read aloud with students, spark conversation, and build lasting relationships through literature. Your time and presence make all the difference.

Days Needed: Flexible scheduling available—let us know your preferred days! 
Time Commitment: 1 hours per day: Tues. Wed. Thur. 9 am - 1 pm
Location: 455 Rural Hill Rd | Nashville TN 37217 | lakeview@mnps.org

The Positive Path Tour is a mentorship initiative designed to support justice-involved youth by providing guidance, encouragement, and real-life examples of growth and resilience. Mentors commit to donating at least two hours per week to build consistent, supportive relationships with youth, helping them explore positive alternatives and develop life skills. Through one-on-one sessions, group discussions, and structured activities, mentors serve as role models of integrity and accountability, encouraging youth to pursue education, employment, and personal development. No prior experience is required—just a commitment to show up, listen, and walk alongside young people on their journey toward a better future.

About the event

Are you interested in becoming a volunteer Naturalist / Docent for seasonal “Stroll & Roll” Nature walks in Centennial Park?

Come to the next scheduled walks with Metro Park's Leading Naturalist to see what it's all about and begin your training. Volunteer credit will be given even if you decide not to become a walk leader for the 2026 Season so come on out and give it a try!

What will volunteers do?

Attend a two scheduled nature walks in Centennial Park with a trained Naturalist and members of the public to observe how it's done and potentially sign up to be a future Docent in Centennial Park!

You will arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled walks and stay 15 minutes later for questions and discussion about the Docent program. Volunteers MUST also claim a spot for both walks on Eventbrite and claim your spot on the Conservancy's Volunteer Registration platform. Details and registration requirements on the Conservancy site here: https://www.conservancyonline.com/volunteer

What will volunteers need to bring or wear?

Dress for the weather, bring field binoculars if you have them,  and a way to take notes. Recommend downloading iNaturalist app and Merlin Bird ID in advance.

Saddle Up!’s mission is to provide children and youth with disabilities the opportunity to grow and develop through therapeutic, educational and recreational activities with horses. We bring that mission to life by providing a year-round program on our 34-acre farm near Franklin, TN.

Saddle Up! could not operate without the dedicated help of an army of volunteers from our community. There are numerous positions that require a wide variety of talents.  All volunteers MUST attend New Volunteer Training before participating in any of the below listed opportunities.

This volunteer interacts with and helps our special riders. Assigned to a particular rider in a riding lesson, this volunteer helps the rider get the horse ready, helps them get on the horse, and walks next to the rider throughout the mounted portion of the lesson providing support as needed. This is the person most involved with helping our special needs riders. Sidewalkers must be at least 16 years-old and able to walk briskly beside a horse for an average of 30 minutes. There are opportunities to sidewalk on a weekly basis or sub in as a sidewalker on any days when you are available.

This volunteer is in charge of a horse in a riding lesson. They pre-groom the horse before the lesson, help with tacking, and lead the horse throughout the lesson. Most riders who have leaders are unable to fully control their horse. After the lesson, they are responsible for putting the horse back where it needs to go and returning all equipment to the tack room. Leaders are volunteers over the age of 16 and must be able to walk at a fast pace for 30 minutes and jog intermittently during the lesson. They should be very comfortable with horses and react calmly if an incident arises.

You must register with the Conservancy on Point at this link in order for your hours to be counted!

https://dash.pointapp.org/events/383063

Musicians Corner in Centennial Park  seeking volunteers to assist with their 2025 concert events scheduled from August  to September. These concerts are free for the community and we can’t make them happen without your help! 

About Musicians Corner:

Musicians Corner, a program of The Centennial Park Conservancy, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, supports emerging artists and provides inclusive arts enrichment and educational programming for adults and youth. Musicians Corner presents free music events in Nashville's downtown Centennial Park in partnership with the City of Nashville and local music industry, showcasing over 1,200 artists since its inception in 2010, and presenting legends like Emmylou Harris, Vince Gill, The Blind Boys Of Alabama, and Preservation Hall Jazz Band. As part of the Centennial Park Restoration, a permanent home has been built for Musicians Corner, as a cultural meeting place of community engagement that promotes arts education, supports artists, and fosters a love of the arts among adults and children. You can learn more about Musicians Corner here

There are many opportunities to lend a hand throughout the season. Volunteers work alongside our interns and full-time staff to assist with:

Musicians Corner Volunteers will also receive a voucher for a FREE T-Shirt from the Centennial Park Merchandise Tent!

Closed toe shoes recommended, the show goes on rain or shine - please dress appropriately for the weather. You are welcome to bring a folding chair or blanket as you will likely have time to relax and enjoy the concert during part of your service.

You must register with the Conservancy on Point at this link in order for your hours to be counted!

https://dash.pointapp.org/events/383062

Musicians Corner in Centennial Park  seeking volunteers to assist with their 2025 concert events scheduled from August  to September. These concerts are free for the community and we can’t make them happen without your help! 

About Musicians Corner:

Musicians Corner, a program of The Centennial Park Conservancy, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, supports emerging artists and provides inclusive arts enrichment and educational programming for adults and youth. Musicians Corner presents free music events in Nashville's downtown Centennial Park in partnership with the City of Nashville and local music industry, showcasing over 1,200 artists since its inception in 2010, and presenting legends like Emmylou Harris, Vince Gill, The Blind Boys Of Alabama, and Preservation Hall Jazz Band. As part of the Centennial Park Restoration, a permanent home has been built for Musicians Corner, as a cultural meeting place of community engagement that promotes arts education, supports artists, and fosters a love of the arts among adults and children. You can learn more about Musicians Corner here

There are many opportunities to lend a hand throughout the season. Volunteers work alongside our interns and full-time staff to assist with:

Musicians Corner Volunteers will also receive a voucher for a FREE T-Shirt from the Centennial Park Merchandise Tent!

Closed toe shoes recommended, the show goes on rain or shine - please dress appropriately for the weather. You are welcome to bring a folding chair or blanket as you will likely have time to relax and enjoy the concert during part of your service.

Team up with us to take care of the trees that we planted at Acklen Park on West End! We'll begin with a little introduction, a maintenance demonstration, safety guidelines, and head out to take care of our trees along Acklen Park.

What does a maintenance project look like? We will start off by exposing the root flare, laying down new mulch, and then watering our tree with 2 buckets of water.

In partnership with Delmas Long Community Center, GNRC is hosting a digital literacy class for older adults.

Are you interested in teaching a basic computer skills class to a group of 10-15 older adults? 

All training and material will be provided.

This opportunity requires NO formal teaching experience or a background in IT. A basic understanding of computers is all that’s needed along with a patient demeanor and the desire to bridge the digital gap for older adults in our community.

The class schedule is set between Delmas Long Community Center and the volunteer trainer. Total class time is 15 hours of instruction. An example class schedule could be 1.5-hour class twice a week for 5 weeks. The center is hoping to host classes on Wednesdays at 1 pm. 

Trainers teach 15 hours of digital skills training to members of their community who want to develop their computer skills. Trainers will be issued a Chromebook (on loan) and receive training on a ready-made curriculum to guide the course content. Trainers will also have the support of Tech Goes Home staff and GNRC.

Characteristics of good trainers: Trainers do not need to be computer wizards, but they need to be comfortable using Gmail, Google Docs, and Google Sheets. Trainers must feel comfortable searching for answers online. It is most important that trainers are patient, compassioned educators.

Time commitment: The total time commitment for trainers is about 35 hours over the course of several weeks. In addition to trainer orientation (3 hours) each course will require 3 hours of logistics and communication with the team; 15 hours of class; 5 hours of make-up class(es); 6-8 hours of prep work (about an hour per class).

Trainers may be eligible to receive a stipend for teaching the course.

Please express interest in the opportunity and we will follow up with you on next steps and can answer any questions you may have. 

GNRC is doing a letter campaign to isolated seniors, individuals in nursing homes and disabled individuals. If you would like to participate in bringing some joy and encouragement to these individuals, please respond to the opportunity with the number of letters you would like to write. 

We are looking for uplifting and positive letters. You are also welcome to include some artwork. Volunteers will need to provide their own supplies to write the letters and postage to mail the letters. You can write the letters anytime from your own home - we would appreciate if you can have the letters mailed out within two weeks of signing up, so tracking the progress is easier. 

I will respond with address information and more specific instructions on how to write the letters to those who respond to the opportunity. 

In addition to responding here through Belmont's Get Connected site, please sign up in our volunteer system directly by clicking on the links below and include how many letters you would like to write:

August Round: Travel theme (share about your favorite travel locations); letters mailed so they are received between August 1st and 31st.

September Round: Book/Movie theme (share about your favorite books or movies); letters mailed so they are received between September 1st and 30th.Other months will be posted when it gets a little closer.

October Round: Fall or Halloween theme; letters mailed so they are received so they are received between October 1st and 31st.

November Round: Gratitude theme; we recommend mailing letters by November 19th, if possible.  

December Round: Winter/Holiday wishes; please mail letters so they arrive prior to December 31st, for holiday specific letters please mail at least 1.5 weeks in advance to allow time for distribution.

Volunteer Hours for this opportunity can be confirmed if you submit pictures of your letters as proof prior to mailing them to the address provided to you.

Help us bring some cheer to isolated seniors, seniors in nursing homes and/or disabled individuals in our communities by sending them heartfelt letters. We are looking for uplifting letters that will bring their recipients some joy!

This month we are looking for letters or cards around the theme of Winter/Holiday wishes. You can incorporate the theme through art, by making your own themed cards and within the message of your letter.

If you are interested in sending letters and/or art to seniors in the community, please sign up below and include in your response (in the notes) how many letters you would like to write. I will contact you with specific instructions for the letters and the address to send them to. Children are welcome to contribute (an adult is required for minors to sign up).
 
We are looking to have this round of letters completed and received by their recipients by 12/31/2025. Please allow a couple of days for mailing and distribution. If you are mailing letters for a specific holiday and would like them to arrive and be distributed before then, please mail the letters at least 1.5 weeks prior. For example, Christmas letters should be mailed at the latest by December 13th, so that staff at the facility have enough time to distribute the letters to the residents.
 
What do you need to provide? Volunteers will be required to have their own materials for the letters and any additional artwork you'd like to add, as well as stamps to mail the letters on hand (or you must be able to take them to the post office). I will try my best to provide you with one address for your letters so you can mail them together in a large envelope. 

Need your service hours confirmed? Please track and log the actual time you spent working on the letters/cards here in the volunteer portal AND submit pictures of your letters as proof. Please note that we do NOT assign a specific number of letters per hour. Please check with your institution if they have specific requirements of how many letters you need to complete to get your hours approved.

Thank you so much for considering this opportunity! 

Help us bring some cheer to isolated seniors, seniors in nursing homes and/or disabled individuals in our communities by sending them heartfelt letters, letting them know that we care, and they have not been forgotten.

We are looking for uplifting letters that will bring their recipients some joy!

This month we are looking for letters or cards around the theme of Gratitude/Thanksgiving. You can incorporate the theme through art, by making your own themed cards and within the message of your letter.

If you are interested in sending letters and/or art to seniors in the community, please sign up below and include in your response (in the notes) how many letters you would like to write. I will contact you with specific instructions for the letters and the address to send them to. Children are welcome to contribute also (an adult is required for minors to sign up).
 
We are looking to have this round of letters completed and received by their recipients by 11/30/2025. Please allow a couple of days for mailing and distribution. If you would like your letters to be received in time for the Thanksgiving holiday, please have them in the mail by November 19th to give our contacts at the facility a few days to distribute the letters.
 
Volunteers will be needing their own materials for the letters and any additional artwork you'd like to add, as well as postage. I will try my best to provide you with one address for your letters so you can mail them together in a large envelope. 

Please allow 48 hours for me to get back to you with the instructions. 

If you are in need of community service hours, I am happy to confirm your hours for you. Please submit pictures of your letters as proof. We will be tracking and logging the actual time you spent working on the letters/cards and do NOT assign a specific number of letters per hour. Please check with your institution if they have specific requirements of how many letters you need to complete to get your hours approved.

 
Thank you so much for considering this opportunity! 

Book'em is thrilled to once again offer our Reading is Fundamental (RIF) program to the Metro-Nashville/Davidson County area for the 2025/2026 school year. We hope to serve 250+ classrooms in 17 Title I schools and need enthusiastic and committed volunteers like you! 

As a reading volunteer, you agree to: 

If you'd like to apply to volunteer for the 2025-2026 school year, complete this online form in addition to responding to this Need.

Come work with us down at the Trevecca Urban Farm! Tasks vary daily, but most likely will include weeding, planting, mulching, trash pick-up, etc. Closed-toed shoes are a requirement as your work will be outdoors. We highly recommend bringing your own reusable water bottle and wearing pants to protect against tall grass and bugs. 

You may volunteer at the farm for a chapel credit. If you do, please let your site supervisor know so that we can get the credit accounted for. 

If you are not able to make it to your volunteer shift, please email the site supervisor with at least a 24-hour hour notice. If you do not show up without letting us know in advance, you will not be able to volunteer at the farm again for a chapel credit. 

Come work with us down at the Trevecca Urban Farm! Tasks vary daily, but most likely will include weeding, planting, mulching, trash pick-up, etc. Closed-toed shoes are a requirement as your work will be outdoors. We highly recommend bringing your own reusable water bottle and wearing pants to protect against tall grass and bugs. 

You may volunteer at the farm for a chapel credit. If you do, please let your site supervisor know so that we can get the credit accounted for. 

If you are not able to make it to your volunteer shift, please email the site supervisor with at least a 24-hour hour notice. If you do not show up without letting us know in advance, you will not be able to volunteer at the farm again for a chapel credit. 

Assist with parking and registration for the event

Wright Middle School is seeking volunteers to support their monthly Workshop Wednesday sessions! This is an opportunity for partners to provide real-world experiences in the classroom while teachers receive professional development training to enhance their classroom skills.

This session will be hosted on the following dates (2 sessions) from 9:10-10:10am and 10:20-11:20am for grades 6-8. 

Workshop Wednesday Dates:

September 17

October 22

November 19

January 21

February 18

March 18

Volunteers may commit to 1 hour or 2 hours as their schedule permits.

Guest speakers are needed on the following topics:

Please contact Phil Osborne at Phil.Osborne@mnps.org for questions

We are searching for volunteers to assist our staff at the Friday Bocce Leagues from 10:00am-12:00pm. We will have at least 2 staff onsite to lead activities and answer any questions.  

Volunteer Needs & Responsibilities:

Daily Schedule below:

If you have any questions, please email Jonny at jonathan.shelton@nashville.gov or Glen Adkins at golden.adkins@nashville.gov.  

Join our staff this fall as we host a Flag Football League for adults with Intellectual & Developmental disABILITIES on Saturday mornings at Elmington Park (3531 West End Ave) from 10:00am-12:00pm.  

Volunteer by playing alongside our MPDP athletes or volunteer from the sidelines as a score keeper or referee/official. We will provide scoring information, jerseys, whistles, scoreboards, water and anything else you need to be successful as a volunteer. 

Schedule:

Activities are weather dependent and will be cancelled if any of the following conditions are met:

If you have any questions, please contact Glen Adkins (golden.adkins@nashville.gov) or Jonathan Shelton (jonathan.shelton@nashville.gov) by calling the disABILITIES Office at 615-862-8489.

The MPDP Cheer Team will host Clinics at Elmington Park on Saturdays this fall from 9:00-11:00 as they prepare to cheer at SOTN Flag Football competitions on Sept 28th and Oct 19th. Clinic dates will follow the same schedule as flag football.

I f you have any questions about the Cheer Program , please email Joyce Segelhorst at Joyce.Segelhorst@Nashville.gov.

If you have questions about the MPDP Programs or Sports Leagues please contact Glen Adkins at golden.adkins@nashville.gov.

we are actively seeking dedicated tutoring volunteers who can:

Provide homework help in reading, writing, and math

Reinforce daily academic lessons in a supportive, culturally affirming environment

Serve as positive role models who help students build confidence and self-discipline

Assist in preparing students for grade-level advancement and standardized assessments

Most of our students do not have access to one-on-one or small-group academic support at home.

A student who works with a consistent tutor at least once a week is more likely to improve their test scores and classroom participation.

The presence of caring adult volunteers reinforces our mission to make each child feel seen, heard, and academically capable.

Time: 4 days/week, between 4:25 PM – 5:25 PM (Monday–Thursday)

Location: School-based afterschool program sites in Nashville and Evansville

Training & Support: Orientation provided; no teaching experience required—just patience, consistency, and a heart for youth

Click here to access the Service Wellness + Get Connected Orientation video tutorial, and follow along below.

REMINDER:

Amqui K-8 is seeking volunteers to support their quarterly Transformation Tuesday sessions! This is an opportunity for partners to provide real-world experiences and fun activities in the classroom while teachers receive professional development training to enhance their classroom skills.

These sessions will be hosted from 8am-10am on the following dates: 

September 16th (6th-8th grade)

November 18th (4th-5th grade)

January 27th (2nd-3rd grade)

March 17th (Kindergarten-1st grade)

*Volunteers may commit to 1 hour or 2 hours as their schedule permits.*

Guest speakers are needed on the following topics:

Please contact Phil Osborne at Phil.Osborne@mnps.org for questions. 

We're partnering with People Loving Nashville for their weekly Monday night outreach to bring hope to the streets of Nashville! We will serve on the community engagement team to meet neighbors, and help where needed.

Our team will attend the in-person, 5:15 PM, First-time Volunteer Orientation, and then travel downtown together to serve. If you have volunteered at PLN before, you are not required to attend the orientation, but you are required to meet us at Home Church. 

We're bringing a team to Room in the Inn to serve coffee and a light breakfast to their guests! We will also have a chance to tour the facility. Feel free to wear a costume this morning!

You will help facilitate the distribution of free grocery donations in West Nashville at Preston Taylor Housing.

Please arrive at 40th & Albion, Nashville, TN 37209 by 9:45 a.m. to help unload, set up, and distribute fresh groceries. Please help clean up and reload the food truck after. 

IMPORTANT: We require background checks for all adults 18 and over before you can serve. Please be on the lookout for an email with a link to fill out a background check through Checkr. If your check has not cleared before the day of your service, you will not be able to serve.

You will meet at our food site: Boys & Girls Club, 916 16th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37208

There you will help with fresh grocery distribution. Help unload, set up, distribute food to community members and help clean up after the free grocery distribution. 

IMPORTANT: We require background checks for all adults 18 and over before you can serve. Please be on the lookout for an email with a link to fill out a background check through Checkr. If your check has not cleared before the day of your service, you will not be able to serve.

Help us bring some cheer to isolated seniors, seniors in nursing homes and/or disabled individuals in our communities by sending them heartfelt letters, letting them know that we care and haven't forgotten about them.

We are looking for uplifting letters that will bring their recipients some joy!

This month we are looking for letters or cards around the theme of Fall or Halloween. You can incorporate the theme through art, by making your own themed cards and within the message of your letter.

If you are interested in sending letters and/or art to seniors in the community, please sign up below and include in your response (in the notes) how many letters you would like to write. I will contact you with specific instructions for the letters and the address to send them to. Children are welcome to contribute also (an adult is required for minors to sign up).
 
We are looking to have this round of letters completed and received by their recipients by 10/31/2025. Please allow a couple of days for mailing and distribution.
 
Volunteers will be required to have their own materials for the letters and any additional artwork you'd like to add, as well as stamps to mail the letters on hand (or you must be able to take them to the post office). I will try my best to provide you with one address for your letters so you can mail them together in a large envelope. 

Please allow 48 hours for me to get back to you with the instructions. 

If you are in need of community service hours, I am happy to confirm your hours for you. Please submit pictures of your letters as proof. We will be tracking and logging the actual time you spent working on the letters/cards and do NOT assign a specific number of letters per hour. Please check with your institution if they have specific requirements of how many letters you need to complete to get your hours approved.

 
Thank you so much for considering this opportunity! 

On Thursday, September 11, 2025, 9/11 Day will host community meal packing events in 24 cities across the country. In total, more than 30,000 volunteers will gather to assemble 8 million meals for those at risk of hunger in their local communities.

“2024 Meal Pack Highlights” 2-minute video

The “Support Staff” volunteers help make sure that everything runs smoothly, that everyone has a great time and that all our meals get packed and delivered to where they will do the most good.

* Please note that these are unpaid, volunteer positions

READY TO REGISTER? In addition to responding on Get Connected, click here and let them know what role you think is best for you. They’ll be in touch to confirm your selection and provide more details. Register today if you’d like to be a part of this amazing event!

Do you love being in the water? Want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and adults with special needs?

The Nashville Dolphins are looking for dedicated volunteers to assist swimmers during lessons. No experience is necessary — just a willingness to learn and a heart for inclusion! Volunteers work one-on-one in the water under the guidance of certified adapted aquatics instructors, helping participants build confidence, learn swim skills, and stay safe.

Do you love being in the water? Want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and adults with special needs?

The Nashville Dolphins are looking for dedicated volunteers to assist swimmers during lessons. No experience is necessary — just a willingness to learn and a heart for inclusion! Volunteers work one-on-one in the water under the guidance of certified adapted aquatics instructors, helping participants build confidence, learn swim skills, and stay safe.

Do you love being in the water? Want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and adults with special needs?

The Nashville Dolphins are looking for dedicated volunteers to assist swimmers during lessons. No experience is necessary — just a willingness to learn and a heart for inclusion! Volunteers work one-on-one in the water under the guidance of certified adapted aquatics instructors, helping participants build confidence, learn swim skills, and stay safe.

Do you love being in the water? Want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and adults with special needs?

The Nashville Dolphins are looking for dedicated volunteers to assist swimmers during lessons. No experience is necessary — just a willingness to learn and a heart for inclusion! Volunteers work one-on-one in the water under the guidance of certified adapted aquatics instructors, helping participants build confidence, learn swim skills, and stay safe.

Do you love being in the water? Want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and adults with special needs?

The Nashville Dolphins are looking for dedicated volunteers to assist swimmers during lessons. No experience is necessary — just a willingness to learn and a heart for inclusion! Volunteers work one-on-one in the water under the guidance of certified adapted aquatics instructors, helping participants build confidence, learn swim skills, and stay safe.