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

Give parents a morning to recharge while creating a fun and memorable experience for a child or sibling.

Embrace Special Needs Ministry hosts monthly respite events for families impacted by disability, providing children with a safe, engaging environment while parents enjoy a few hours of rest.

As a Respite Buddy, you'll be paired one-on-one with a child with a disability or their sibling (ages 3–11) for a morning filled with fun, friendship, and encouragement. During our August event, we'll enjoy water slides, a dance party, snacks, and a movie.

Volunteers should wear comfortable clothing that can get wet, as you'll likely join in—or at least get splashed! Breakfast and a brief volunteer orientation will be provided before the event begins.

This opportunity is perfect for students interested in special education, therapy, psychology, social work, ministry, nursing, or anyone who enjoys working with children and wants to make a meaningful impact.

All volunteers must complete Brentwood Baptist Church's volunteer onboarding process, including a background check, prior to serving. If you're interested, we'd love to help you get started.

Be the reason someone feels known, encouraged, and included each week.

As a Wednesday Night Buddy, you'll build a meaningful relationship with a child, student, or adult with disabilities while participating in worship, Bible study, small groups, and community activities. Buddies provide encouragement and support so that every individual can grow in their faith, build friendships, and experience the love of Christ in a welcoming environment.

Volunteers serve from 5:45–7:45 PM alongside experienced leaders in one of our age-based ministries: Preschool, Kids, Students, or Adults. We'll help place you in the classroom or group that best matches your interests and comfort level.

No previous experience is required. We'll provide training, encouragement, and ongoing support as you grow in confidence and build meaningful relationships.

This opportunity is ideal for students exploring careers in special education, occupational therapy, physical therapy, music therapy, art therapy, speech-language pathology, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing, ministry, or other helping professions—but anyone with a heart to serve is welcome.

Be the reason someone feels seen, welcomed, and included on Sunday morning.

As a Sunday Morning Buddy, you'll build a meaningful relationship with a child, student, or adult with disabilities by providing encouragement and support during worship and Bible study. Buddies help individuals participate in an environment where they can learn about Jesus, build friendships, and experience belonging.

Volunteers serve from 9:15–10:45 AM alongside experienced leaders in one of our age-based ministries: Preschool, Kids, Students, or Adults. We'll help place you in the classroom or group that best matches your interests and comfort level.

No previous experience is required. We'll provide training, encouragement, and ongoing support as you grow in confidence and build meaningful relationships.

This opportunity is ideal for students exploring careers in special education, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing, ministry, or other helping professions—but anyone with a heart to serve is welcome.

Be the reason someone feels seen, welcomed, and included on Sunday morning.

As a Sunday Morning Buddy, you'll build a meaningful relationship with a child, student, or adult with disabilities by providing encouragement and support during worship and Bible study. Buddies help individuals participate in an environment where they can learn about Jesus, build friendships, and experience belonging.

Volunteers serve from 10:45 AM–12:15 PM alongside experienced leaders in one of our age-based ministries: Preschool, Kids, Students, or Adults. We'll help place you in the classroom or group that best matches your interests and comfort level.

No previous experience is required. We'll provide training, encouragement, and ongoing support as you grow in confidence and build meaningful relationships.

This opportunity is ideal for students exploring careers in special education, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing, ministry, or other helping professions—but anyone with a heart to serve is welcome.

Serve alongside adults with disabilities as they participate in engaging classes designed to build community, foster independence, and encourage personal growth. Volunteers support participants one-on-one or in small groups while assisting experienced staff during activities such as music, art, fitness, Bible study, dance, life skills, and community service projects.

This is a great opportunity for students interested in special education, occupational therapy, physical therapy, music therapy, art therapy, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing, or other helping professions. No prior experience is required—we'll provide training and support.

Help celebrate Black art, music and culture at Cheekwood!  Volunteers help as greeters and with craft activities.  

Cell number and email required to participate!

Volunteers are needed to help distribute groceries and greet clients.  This is a great opportunity for Spanish speakers and students interested in working with the immigrant and refugee community! We are in the Glencliif area of Nashville and will send you our exact location when the shift is confirmed. If you would like to sign up or have any questions please contact us at vanessa@nourishfoodbanks.org(615) 559 5959

All shifts must be confirmed in advance by our food bank coordinator. Please do not come without prior approval because our space is limited. Thank you!

Please join us for our Glen Leven Farms Maintenance Project on Saturday, July 18th, from 8-11 am, as we care for 84 young trees! Maintenance tasks will consist of weeding, removing invasives, mulching, watering, and staking as needed!

Come help us teach swimming and water safety to special needs swimmers.  Our volunteers support swimmers in the water while being led by our certified instructors.  Get experience working with people with a wide range of diagnoses and collect serious smiles along the way!  You do not need experience or training, just a desire to make a huge difference in the lives of our swimmers and their families.  All classes run from September to November.  Come for one class or the entire session.  Classes are totally free to participants and their families because of our amazing volunteers. WE NEED YOU!

Come help us teach swimming and water safety to special needs swimmers.  Our volunteers support swimmers in the water while being led by our certified instructors.  Get experience working with people with a wide range of diagnoses and collect serious smiles along the way!  You do not need experience or training, just a desire to make a huge difference in the lives of our swimmers and their families.  All classes run from September to November.  Come for one class or the entire session.  Classes are totally free to participants and their families because of our amazing volunteers. WE NEED YOU!

Come help us teach swimming and water safety to special needs swimmers.  Our volunteers support swimmers in the water while being led by our certified instructors.  Get experience working with people with a wide range of diagnoses and collect serious smiles along the way!  You do not need experience or training, just a desire to make a huge difference in the lives of our swimmers and their families.  All classes run from September to November.  Come for one class or the entire session.  Classes are totally free to participants and their families because of our amazing volunteers. WE NEED YOU!

Come help us teach swimming and water safety to special needs swimmers.  Our volunteers support swimmers in the water while being led by our certified instructors.  Get experience working with people with a wide range of diagnoses and collect serious smiles along the way!  You do not need experience or training, just a desire to make a huge difference in the lives of our swimmers and their families.  All classes run from September to November.  Come for one class or the entire session.  Classes are totally free to participants and their families because of our amazing volunteers. WE NEED YOU!

Come help us teach swimming and water safety to special needs swimmers.  Our volunteers support swimmers in the water while being led by our certified instructors.  Get experience working with people with a wide range of diagnoses and collect serious smiles along the way!  You do not need experience or training, just a desire to make a huge difference in the lives of our swimmers and their families.  All classes run from September to November.  Come for one class or the entire session.  Classes are totally free to participants and their families because of our amazing volunteers. WE NEED YOU!

Come help us teach swimming and water safety to special needs swimmers.  Our volunteers support swimmers in the water while being led by our certified instructors.  Get experience working with people with a wide range of diagnoses and collect serious smiles along the way!  You do not need experience or training, just a desire to make a huge difference in the lives of our swimmers and their families.  All classes run from September to November.  Come for one class or the entire session.  Classes are totally free to participants and their families because of our amazing volunteers. WE NEED YOU!

We are excited to announce that Support Staff Volunteer registration is now open for the 9/11 Day Meal Pack Event in Nashville! Support Staff Volunteers are the dedicated team members who work behind the scenes to ensure each meal-pack event runs smoothly and that every volunteer has a meaningful experience.

As we prepare to commemorate the 25th anniversary of September 11, we are honored to invite you to be part of this historic day of service and remembrance. Through this nationwide initiative, more than 50,000 volunteers across 50 cities will come together to pack 20 million meals for individuals and families experiencing food insecurity.

To help ensure your team can take full advantage of this early access opportunity, we encourage volunteers to register as soon as possible before additional spots begin filling through our nationwide recruitment efforts kicking off after July 4th. All spots are first come, first serve.

Register Here: https://www.911day.org/volunteer/ 

Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older to participate. Please note that anyone with this link can register, so we ask that you share it only with your intended audience. Volunteers are welcome to register for more than one shift if they wish.

Event Details: Friday, September 11, 2026 -  (Chose your shift when you register above)

Resources

Once registered, volunteers will receive a confirmation email securing their spot. Registered volunteers will also receive additional event details in the coming weeks, including parking information, arrival instructions, and dress code guidance.

We have Inclusive dance classes Tuesday & Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings! We are looking for weekly volunteers interested in supporting our dancers in the studio. We have a recital in November and also need consistent volunteers who are willing to help with our annual recital as well. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please sign up for our August orientation & volunteer training!

Sign Up to Volunteer Here

Express Interest for more information and to come get a tour and orientation at the Franklin Studio!

We have Inclusive dance classes Tuesday-Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings! We are looking for weekly volunteers interested in supporting our dancers in the studio. We have a recital in November and also need consistent volunteers who are willing to help with our annual recital as well. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please sign up for our August orientation & volunteer training!

Sign Up to Volunteer Here

Express Interest for more information and to come get a tour and orientation at the Bellevue Studio!

Ambassadors:

Want to share Jumbled Dreams’ Mission across the country? This is the role for you! From sharing our posts on social media to writing blog posts to planning a project of your own, we are so excited to help you share your passions with the world!

For more information, click the link!

NEW AMBASSADORSHIP PROGRAM COMING SOON IN 2026 - PLEASE EMAIL OR TXT HOLLY DIRECTLY FOR AN INTERVIEW - LOOKING FOR A FEW DEDICATED AND SUPER-OUTGOING FOLKS TO JOIN US! 615-828-0855 -  holly@conservancyonline.com

•Engaging park visitors to provide information about the park’s history, features and events

•Fostering positive interaction and creating a welcoming atmosphere to enhance the park experience

•Collaborating with staff and other volunteers to ensure events unfold smoothly

•Staying informed about current park projects, updates, and developments

•Maintaining understanding of the Centennial Park Conservancy’s mission, vision and values

•Actively encouraging visitors to support the Conservancy through membership, donations, and volunteering

•Collecting and providing feedback from visitors to help improve the park’s offerings and visitor experience

•Passion for Centennial Park

•Enjoyment of interacting with people in support of a good cause

•Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of paid and volunteer staff

•Availability to attend at least three events per year

•Contributing your skills to a meaningful cause

•Gaining hands-on experience with public relations and marketing for a nonprofit organization

•Supporting the preservation and enhancement of Centennial Park

•Networking with like-minded individuals and professionals

•Becoming a vital part of the Conservancy team

If you’re ready to make a positive impact as an Ambassador with the Centennial Park Conservancy, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator: 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: https://www.conservancyonline.com/about

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

Dear Potential Volunteer,

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

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

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

Stay safe and well!

The Gift of Life Campus Ambassador Program (CAP) enlists students like you for an internship to run cheek swab drives on your campus. By reaching out to your friends, clubs and campus organizations you’re involved with, you have the potential to invite many new donors to join the registry – any one of whom could save a life. It’s a pretty sweet gig. Hang out with your friends, make a difference in the world.

As an Ambassador, you will join an elite group of more than 300 leaders on college campuses across the country. Your journey as an ambassador will begin with a symposium in August where you will learn about Gift of Life Marrow Registry and how the actions your take by being a part of the program will save lives.

Once you are on campus, you’ll take your newly acquired knowledge and put it into practice, running donor recruitment events with the goal of educating new donors and offering them the opportunity to join the registry.

You will be encouraged to partner with other campus organizations, administration and events to increase your outreach. By getting involved with Gift of Life you’ll become a change maker and enhance your leadership, marketing, and communication skills. Nothing is more exciting than when you get that first email that a donor you swabbed has saved someone’s life!

Learn more at https://www.giftoflife.org/programs/cap

We are looking for ambassadors for ALL of the Nashville-area colleges and universities!

Apply today at https://www.giftoflife.org/programs/capapp/22353

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

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

Title of Position:Youth NAZA After-School Program Intern  

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

Commitment: 

Minimum:  15 hours/week 

Maximum: 25 hours/week  

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

Duties:   

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

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

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

Encourage skill development Support the NAZA after-school program  

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

Perform research around SIFE specific instructional strategies  

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

classroom goals  

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

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

Requirements:  

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs  

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment  

Demonstrated effective communication skills  

Attention to detail and time management skills  

Preferences:  

• Experience working with diverse populations  

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

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

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

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

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

Shelby Park is home to many native plant garden beds, and they need regular maintenance to keep them looking their best! Join us for an event to weed and/or plant at these beds to keep the park as beautiful as possible.

What will volunteers be doing at this event?

Volunteers will be weeding and/or planting in garden beds by using their hands or small tools.

What is the community impact of this event?

By keeping the park beautiful, it feels more welcoming to our neighbors. Also, native plants help feed hundreds of animals and insects that call the park home!

Accessibility:

You will need to be able to bend over and/or rest on your knees as you weed. Ability to use at least one hand is required.

What should volunteers bring or wear?

Volunteers should wear clothing that they don't mind getting dirty. All tools will be provided by Friends of Shelby.

What’s next?

Once you sign up, you'll be sent a pre-event email the day before with information on parking, weather, etc.

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.

Join the Antioch Cluster Schools as they welcome families back to school for the 2026-2027 school year!

Areas Where We Need Support: (5-10 volunteers for each slot)

Volunteer Event Set Up: 7:30am-9 am

During the Event: 9am-12 pm

Clean up: 12pm-1pm

We need volunteers to help with setting up tables and helping during the event. We'll have about 35 tables that we'll need to set up and then some schools may want assistance putting up their tents. You can also sign up to volunteer through this link: Family and Community Partnerships: MNPS Back-to-School Bash Volunteer Registration

If you can only come for part of the event, that is fine! Any help is welcomed.

For questions, please contact Kate Walker at kate.walker@mnps.org.

Looking to explore downtown Nashville this summer? Join Daybreak Arts as a Summer Gallery Volunteer at Arcade Arts and spend your summer immersed in Nashville's arts community while gaining hands-on gallery experience. Volunteers will receive free downtown parking all summer long—even on days they are not volunteering.

Volunteer Responsibilities

Volunteer Dates & Times

*Seeking multiple volunteers to split these shifts throughout the summer

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact this spring?

Join the vibrant Conexión Américas community and become a Volunteer English Teacher for the Fall term of 2026!

We're on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our team and support the language-learning journey of adult immigrants in the Nashville area. Our Adult Education Program has been a cornerstone in helping newcomers integrate seamlessly into our community. As a volunteer teacher, you'll play a crucial role in this heartwarming process. But it's not just about teaching English; it's about being a cultural ambassador and a friendly face in the Nashville area. Your presence will make a real difference.

No teaching certification is required to embark on this rewarding journey. We do, however, recommend some teaching experience. Volunteers must be 18 or older. You'll have the opportunity to lead 1.5-hour lessons one evening per week for a 12-week term, and we provide you with the curriculum and syllabus.

Our fall term classes will meet online via Zoom. 

So, are you ready to make a lasting impact this fall? We can't wait to welcome you into our teaching family!

Join us in making a difference, one lesson at a time. We look forward to having you on board!

For all inquiries, please email the Adult Education Programs Manager at Conexión Américas at esl@conexionamericas.org.

Nashville Public Library’s Collections and Technology Division is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic NECAT TV Production Intern to join our Nashville Education, Community, and Arts Television (NECAT) team. This hands‑on internship offers real studio experience, creative collaboration, and the chance to work closely with both internal and external producers. Applicants must be current college students eager to build real‑world production skills.

Key Responsibilities
• Assist producers during studio productions
• Learn and operate professional television production equipment
• Gain experience with broadcast automation tools like Cablecast
• Organize studio documentation and customer data using ZOHO CRM
• Contribute ideas in production meetings
• Support general studio operations, including equipment setup, teardown, and maintenance

Preferred Qualifications
• Coursework or experience in videography, editing, animation, photography, or audio production
• Familiarity with production equipment or a willingness to learn
• Basic understanding of broadcast automation systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ZOHO CRM experience is a plus
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork abilities
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced studio environment

What You’ll Gain
• Direct, hands‑on TV production experience
• Exposure to broadcast automation and studio workflows
• Mentorship from industry professionals
• Networking opportunities across Nashville’s media community

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• Ability to produce and air your own projects on the NECAT Network
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Metro Archives is looking for a motivated and curious Research Intern to dive into Nashville’s rich historical collections. Interns will conduct in‑depth research using archival materials and help transform discoveries into public‑facing content. Projects include assisting with exhibit curation and contributing to blog posts and social media features. Additional project tasks may be assigned as needed.

Who We’re Looking For
• College or graduate students interested in history, political science, museum studies, archival studies, or related fields
• Enthusiastic about archival research and creating educational content
• Strong attention to detail and able to work independently
• Knowledge of U.S. history
• Ability to read cursive handwriting (preferred but not required)

Targeted Majors / Programs
History
Public History
Museum Studies
Archival Studies
English
Information Science
Political Science

Internship Dates & Hours
Fall 2026 Semester
90–150 hours total (in‑person, weekdays; flexible scheduling)
Additional hours available if required for academic credit

Join Us
Help bring Nashville’s history to life through research, storytelling, and public engagement. Become a Metro Archives Research Intern this fall and contribute to meaningful projects that connect the community with its past.

DIY Volunteer Opportunities – Help from Home!Looking for a fun and meaningful way to give back? Look for our new DIY volunteer opportunities and support our Hands On partners! These flexible projects are perfect for all ages and designed to fit your schedule. Whether you're creating care kits, writing notes of encouragement, or crafting items for those in need, every effort makes a difference. Knit or Crochet Hats for Our Unhoused NeighborsCalling all lovers of knitting and crochet! Use your creativity to make a real difference by handcrafting hats to help keep our neighbors without shelter warm and cared for. These hats will be received by our partner People Loving Nashville, whose mission is focused on sharing love and dignity with the unhoused & most vulnerable of Nashville by bringing relief. Are you interested? Express Interest below and a Hands On representative with contact to you with further instructions.

DIY Volunteer Opportunities – Help from Home!Looking for a fun and meaningful way to give back? Look for our new DIY volunteer opportunities and support our Hands On partners! These flexible projects are perfect for all ages and designed to fit your schedule. Whether you're creating care kits, writing notes of encouragement, or crafting items for those in need, every effort makes a difference. Make Dog or Cat Toys for Furry Friends Calling all animal lovers! Use your creativity to make a real difference by handcrafting ribbon wands and snuffle mats for animals in need.These toys will be recieved by our partner Pawster, whose mission is focused on suporting people and pers during times of crisis. Are you interested? Express Interest below and a Hands On representative with contact to you with further instructions.

The Hustle for the House 5k and 1 mile fun-run is an event for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities– and you can even register Fido!  The race will start and finish at the Nashville Ronald McDonald House and follow a scenic, certified loop through the Hillsboro West End Neighborhood.  We are looking for both participants and volunteers.

Volunteers sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084FAEAB28A3FFC43-64546066-hustle

Participants sign up here: https://raceroster.com/events/2026/117713/hustle-for-the-house

Volunteers needed to help K-8 students with Reading and Math on Monday-Thursday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30. 

Please see this page for more information, including our volunteer application.

Students involved in the W.O. Smith private lesson program are offered one-on-one instruction once a week with a qualified volunteer teacher.  Instruction is offered in the following instruments:

Generally, volunteer private teachers donate an hour of their time per week, teaching two students for 30 minutes each.

In addition to responding through Get Connected, please Click Here to access our online application.

All employees and volunteers at W.O. Smith Music School are subject to criminal background and child abuse registry checks.  Authorization for background information will be required prior to placement.

Dear Potential Volunteer,

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

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

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

Stay safe and well!

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

Reports To: Executive Director

Job Summary:

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

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

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

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

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

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

Qualifications:

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

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

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

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

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

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

·         Great problem-solving skills.

Job Summary:

As a Volunteer Event/Fundraising Planner, you’ll play a vital role in organizing and executing events that support HAPI’s mission. Your focus will be on fundraising initiatives, community engagement, and event coordination. Specifically, you’ll contribute to the success of the annual Phoenix art gala and the $20 for 20 years campaign.

Job Description:

1. Event Planning and Coordination: Collaborate with the Manager of Events and Director of Events to plan and execute fundraising events. Manage logistics, including venue selection, vendor coordination, and event timelines. Ensure seamless execution of the annual Phoenix art gala and other fundraising events.

2. Fundraising Strategy: Develop creative fundraising strategies to exceed financial goals. Engage with donors, sponsors, and community partners to secure support. Leverage the $20 for 20 years campaign to drive donations and awareness.

3. Community Relations: Represent HAPI at community events, networking functions, and donor meetings. Cultivate relationships with potential donors and sponsors. Promote HAPI’s mission and impact within your network.

4. Marketing and Outreach: Collaborate with the marketing team to create promotional materials for events. Utilize social media, newsletters, and other channels to reach a wider audience. Encourage community participation and engagement.

5. Volunteer Engagement: Recruit and coordinate volunteers for events. Provide training and support to volunteers. Recognize and appreciate volunteer contributions.

Qualifications:

Commitment to the Mission: Strong belief in HAPI’s mission and values.

Event Planning Experience: Previous experience in event coordination or fundraising.

Strategic Thinking: Ability to contribute to long-term fundraising goals.

Communication Skills: Effective communication with donors, sponsors, and volunteers.

Creativity: Generate innovative ideas for fundraising campaigns.

Adult Education - ESL Intern

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

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

 
Title of Position: Adult Education - ESL Intern

Internship Period: Flexible 

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

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

Commitment: 

Minimum: 10 hours per week

Maximum: 24 hours per week

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

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

ESL instruction 

lesson planning 

new student registration 

student evaluation 

teacher training 

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

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

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 are needed Monday through Thursday from 2-7pm, and Fridays 2-6pm at the Boys and Girls Club's Andrew Jackson Club, 916 16th Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37209

Before beginning each fall, volunteers must undergo a background check prior to starting their service. Please print and fill out the Volunteer Contact form available that is attached below. Once completed, please scan and send your Volunteer Contact form to Ryein Vaughn at rvaughn@bgcmt.org. 

Also, please contact Ryein Vaughn (rvaughn@bgcmt.org) Andrew Jackson Club Director, to schedule a time to meet with her for an orientation and volunteer placement.

Please note that it can take 2 - 3 weeks, or longer, to complete the background check, so the sooner it is turned in, the sooner you can begin tutoring. 

Volunteers are needed Monday through Thursday from 2-7pm, and Fridays 2-6pm at the Boys and Girls Club's Preston Taylor Club, 915 38th Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37209

Before beginning each fall, volunteers must undergo a background check prior to starting their service. Please print and fill out the Volunteer Contact form available that is attached below. Once completed, please scan and send your Volunteer Contact form to Nicholas Field at nfield@bgcmt.org. 

Also, please contact Nicholas Field (nfield@bgcmt.org) Preston Club Director, to schedule a time to meet with him for an orientation and volunteer placement.

Please note that it can take 2 - 3 weeks, or longer, to complete the background check, so the sooner it is turned in, the sooner you can begin tutoring. 

Volunteers are needed Monday through Thursday from 2-7pm, and Fridays 2-6pm at the Boys and Girls Club's Franklin Club, 129 West Fowlkes St., Ste. 1000, Franklin, TN 37064

Before beginning each fall, volunteers must undergo a background check prior to starting their service. Please print and fill out the Volunteer Contact form available that is attached below. Once completed, please scan and send your Volunteer Contact form to Nicholas Field at jhodge@bgcmt.org. 

Also, please contact Jade Hodge (jhodge@bgcmt.org) Preston Club Director, to schedule a time to meet with her for an orientation and volunteer placement.

Please note that it can take 2 - 3 weeks, or longer, to complete the background check, so the sooner it is turned in, the sooner you can begin tutoring. 

Volunteers are needed Monday through Thursday from 2-7pm, and Fridays 2-6pm at the Boys and Girls Club's Fairview Club, 1814 Fairview Boulevard, Fairview, TN 37062.

Before beginning each fall, volunteers must undergo a background check prior to starting their service. Please print and fill out the Volunteer Contact form available that is attached below. Once completed, please scan and send your Volunteer Contact form to Tamara Peay at tpeay@bgcmt.org. 

Also, please contact Tamara Peay (tpeay@bgcmt.org) Franklin Club Director to schedule a time to meet with her for an orientation and volunteer placement.

Please note that it can take 2 - 3 weeks, or longer, to complete the background check, so the sooner it is turned in, the sooner you can begin tutoring. 

Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday from 2-6:30PM at the Boys and Girls Club's Chadwell Club, 321 Port Drive, Madison, TN 37115.

Before beginning each fall, volunteers must undergo a background check prior to starting their service. Please print and fill out the Volunteer Contact form available that is attached below. Once completed, please scan and send your Volunteer Contact form to Jaqueline Owens at jowens@bgcmt.org. 

Also, please contact Jaqueline Owens (jowens@bgcmt.org) Chadwell Club Director, to schedule a time to meet with her for an orientation and volunteer placement.

Please note that it can take 2 - 3 weeks, or longer, to complete the background check, so the sooner it is turned in, the sooner you can begin tutoring. 

Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday from 2-6:30pm at the Boys and Girls Club's East End Prep Club, 1460 McGavock Pk., Nashville, TN 37216.

Before beginning each fall, volunteers must undergo a background check prior to starting their service. Please print and fill out the Volunteer Contact form available that is attached below. Once completed, please scan and send your Volunteer Contact form to Michael Gooch at mgooch@bgcmt.org. 

Also, please contact Michael Gooch (mgooch@bgcmt.org) East End Prep Club Director, to schedule a time to meet with him for an orientation and volunteer placement.

Please note that it can take 2 - 3 weeks, or longer, to complete the background check, so the sooner it is turned in, the sooner you can begin tutoring. 

Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday from 2-6:30PM at the Boys and Girls Club's Glengarry Club, 200 Finley Drive, Nashville, TN 37217.

Before beginning each fall, volunteers must undergo a background check prior to starting their service. Please print and fill out the Volunteer Contact form available that is attached below. Once completed, please scan and send your Volunteer Contact form to Angela Bryant at abryant@bgcmt.org. 

Also, please contact Angela Bryant (abryant@bgcmt.org) Glengarry Club Director, to schedule a time to meet with her for an orientation and volunteer placement.

Please note that it can take 2 - 3 weeks, or longer, to complete the background check, so the sooner it is turned in, the sooner you can begin tutoring. 

Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday from 2-6:30pm at the Boys and Girls Club's Neely's Bend Club, 1300 Neely's Bend Rd., Madison, TN 37115.

Before beginning each fall, volunteers must undergo a background check prior to starting their service. Please print and fill out the Volunteer Contact form available that is attached below. Once completed, please scan and send your Volunteer Contact form to Jeff Darnell at jdarnell@bgcmt.org. 

Also, please contact Jeff Darnell (jdarnell@bgcmt.org) Neely's Bend Club Director, to schedule a time to meet with him for an orientation and volunteer placement.

Please note that it can take 2 - 3 weeks, or longer, to complete the background check, so the sooner it is turned in, the sooner you can begin tutoring. 

Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday from 2-6:30PM at the Boys and Girls Club's Eagle View Club, 1470 Eagle View Boulevard, Antioch, TN 37013.

Before beginning each fall, volunteers must undergo a background check prior to starting their service. Please print and fill out the Volunteer Contact form available that is attached below. Once completed, please scan and send your Volunteer Contact form to Bri'Anca Jordan at bjordan@bgcmt.org. 

Also, please contact Bri'Anca Jordan (bjordan@bgcmt.org) Eagle View Club Director, to schedule a time to meet with her for an orientation and volunteer placement.

Please note that it can take 2 - 3 weeks, or longer, to complete the background check, so the sooner it is turned in, the sooner you can begin tutoring. 

Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday from 2-6:30pm at the Boys and Girls Club's Shwab Club, 1500 Dickerson Pike, Nashville, TN 37207.

Before beginning each fall, volunteers must undergo a background check prior to starting their service. Please print and fill out the Volunteer Contact form available that is attached below. Once completed, please scan and send your Volunteer Contact form to Kendall Wansley at kwansley@bgcmt.org. 

Also, please contact Kendall Wansley (kwansley@bgcmt.org) Shwab Club Director, to schedule a time to meet with him for an orientation and volunteer placement.

Please note that it can take 2 - 3 weeks, or longer, to complete the background check, so the sooner it is turned in, the sooner you can begin tutoring. 

Volunteers are needed Monday through Friday from 2-6:30PM at the Boys and Girls Club's Valor Club, 4527 Nolensville Road, Nashville, TN 37211.

Before beginning each fall, volunteers must undergo a background check prior to starting their service. Please print and fill out the Volunteer Contact form available that is attached below. Once completed, please scan and send your Volunteer Contact form to Jhia Horn at jhorn@bgcmt.org. 

Also, please contact Jhia Horn (jhorn@bgcmt.org) Glengarry Club Director, to schedule a time to meet with her for an orientation and volunteer placement.

Please note that it can take 2 - 3 weeks, or longer, to complete the background check, so the sooner it is turned in, the sooner you can begin tutoring. 

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.

Join the Healing Arts Project Inc. HAPI by supporting our Marketing and Social Media efforts. If you have a passion for writing, taking photos, social media, telling stories, and helping spread awareness, then we are looking for you.  This position could be in person or remote. The hours are flexible as well, but the Site Supervisor is only available between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday.  We prefer someone to do at least 3 hours a week but would welcome more. 

This is a new initiative for HAPI. We plan to operate the Art Store every Thursday of the month from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Location: 107 A Donelson Pike, Nashville, TN 37214

Time Commitment: Once a week availability between the following times of 10 am - 2:00 pm

HAPI is a nonprofit organization dedicated to Healing Arts. HAPI provides artistic opportunities for persons in mental health and addiction recovery to promote healing, community awareness and inclusion. Our art store supports local artists and provides a space for the community to engage with and purchase unique artworks. Position

Overview: We seek a friendly and reliable volunteer/student to assist in our art store once a week. As an Art Store Clerk, you will play a vital role in creating a welcoming environment for customers, supporting sales, and maintaining the store’s appearance.

Key Responsibilities:

Customer Service: Greet customers warmly, assist with inquiries, and provide information about the artworks and artists.

Sales Transactions: Handle sales transactions, including cash and credit card payments, and issue receipts.

Store Maintenance: Ensure the store is clean, organized, and visually appealing.

Inventory Management: Assist with inventory tasks, such as restocking items and updating inventory records.

Promotion: Help promote store events and special offers to customers.

Support Artists: Provide support to artists who are displaying their work in the store.

Qualifications:

Friendly and approachable demeanor Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Basic math skills for handling sales transactions

Attention to detail and organizational skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Previous retail or customer service experience is a plus, but not required

Benefits:

Gain experience in retail and customer service

Support local artists and the nonprofit community

Meet new people and be part of a creative environment

Receive a volunteer certificate and a small token of appreciation

Other Requirements ·        

Ability to maneuver or lift to 25lb pounds. ·        

Please email Lynece Benton-Stewart if interested lbstewart@healingartsprojectinc.org ·         www.healingartsprojectinc.org

Are you looking for a small way to make a big impact?

Carehack Cares is a caregiver matching and training model designed to connect families with consistent, trained, and vetted care providers for children, teens, and adults with disabilities. 

Reach out for more information! 

Join Special Olympics TN Athletes as they test their strength, endurance, and determination through a series of fitness challenges designed for all ability levels. We're looking for volunteers to assist with set-up, registration, station leads, encourage athletes, and help create a fun, high-energy atmosphere throughout the competition. 

No experience needed - just bring your high-fives, encouragement, and lots of positive energy!

SIGN-UPS:
We use a third-party website for shift registration. After signing up, our Volunteer Coordinator will email you a link to officially select your desired shifts. “Expressing Interest” does NOT confirm your shift. The number of spots listed on may not reflect real-time availability.

Interested in planning a group volunteer day?
Email the volunteer coordinator and we’ll be happy to help coordinate!
Come be part of an incredible day of fitness, community, and impact!
 
Questions? Reach out to rboscaljon@specialolympicstn.org

Join Special Olympics Tennessee for an exciting two-day summer camp designed for young athletes of all abilities! Camp sessions will include:Young Athletes (ages 3–6): Introducing children to sports and movement through fun, engaging games and activitiesJunior Athletes (ages 7–12): Building introductory sport skills while encouraging confidence, teamwork, and a love for physical activity No experience needed - just bring your high-fives, encouragement, and lots of positive energy!For more information about our Young Athletes and Junior Athletes programs, please visit the Young + Junior Athletes  program page.SIGN-UPS:We use a third-party website for shift registration. After signing up, our Volunteer Coordinator will email you a link to officially select your desired shifts. “Expressing Interest” does NOT confirm your shift. The number of spots listed on may not reflect real-time availability.Interested in planning a group volunteer day?Email the volunteer coordinator and we’ll be happy to help coordinate!Come be part of an incredible day of football, community, and impact! Questions? Reach out to rboscaljon@specialolympicstn.org

Join Special Olympics TN Athletes as they test their strength, endurance, and determination through a series of fitness challenges designed for all ability levels. We're looking for volunteers to assist with set-up, registration, station leads, encourage athletes, and help create a fun, high-energy atmosphere throughout the competition. 

No experience needed - just bring your high-fives, encouragement, and lots of positive energy!

SIGN-UPS:
We use a third-party website for shift registration. After signing up, our Volunteer Coordinator will email you a link to officially select your desired shifts. “Expressing Interest” does NOT confirm your shift. The number of spots listed on may not reflect real-time availability.

Interested in planning a group volunteer day?
Email the volunteer coordinator and we’ll be happy to help coordinate!
Come be part of an incredible day of fitness, community, and impact!
 
Questions? Reach out to rboscaljon@specialolympicstn.org

Do you love caring for children and helping parents grow?

Hope Clinic's Bridge Program offers education, material support, and community to parents. In order to help parents fully engage with our Bridge Parenting Classes and community baby showers, we offer free childcare during these times!

As a childcare volunteer, you will...

All Hope Clinic volunteers must complete our volunteer training. Sign-up for Intro to Hope here or contact Shandell Northern at snothern@hopeclinicforwomen.org.

*Bridge Program internship opportunities may be available upon request.*

Join us on Tuesdays this summer from 5:15pm - 6:30pm as we partner with the Hispanic Family Foundation to provide tutoring to refugee and immigrant children in East Nashville (no prior tutoring experience required)! 

Find a purpose, develop new skills, share your time... You can make a difference!!

accentCare Hospice is looking for Musically Talented Volunteers to visit patients throughout Middle TN in Davidson, Williamson, Cheatham, Dickson, and Hickman Counties.  

As a Hospice Music Volunteer, you will collaborate with our full-service medical and psycho-social care team to help patients and their family members. You will have the opportunity to offer music to patients in their home, assisted living, or skilled nursing facility while adhering to current health and safety guidelines. Volunteer time and area is flexible to work with your schedule.

Volunteer activities with patients include: Listening to a patient's stories, playing your musical instrument of choice, singing, discussing music, writing a song together, bringing a device/speaker to play music on, but most of all, supporting someone dealing with a terminal illness.

Volunteers DO NOT provide any hands-on care such as changing a patient, feeding a patient, bathing, giving medications, etc.)

No previous hospice experience is needed, accentCare Hospice will provide training and support throughout your time as a volunteer. Our volunteers are part of our team that provides excellent care to those at the end of life. Your gift of compassionate presence is valued! Have questions let us know. 

If you are looking for a deeply rewarding volunteer opportunity, then this is for you!!

Requirements:

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 the theme for the letters is "Summer". We encourage you to share about your favorite summer activities and summertime memories, summer vacation spots or summer reads. You can incorporate the theme through art, by making your own themed cards and within the message of your letter.

We are looking to have this round of letters completed and received by their recipients by 07/31/2026. Please allow a couple of days for mailing and distribution. 

If you are interested in sending letters and/or art to seniors in the community, please click on sign up 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.  

Younger children are welcome to participate with their parents or a guardian/caregiver (an adult is required for minors younger than 13 to sign up). 

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! 

As a ReStore volunteer, you might:

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 the theme for the letters is "Books and Movies". We encourage you to share about your favorite things to read or watch. You can incorporate the theme through art, by making your own themed cards and within the message of your letter.

We are looking to have this round of letters completed and received by their recipients by 09/30/2026. Please allow a couple of days for mailing and distribution. 

If you are interested in sending letters and/or art to seniors in the community, please click on sign up 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.  

Younger children are welcome to participate with their parents or a guardian/caregiver (an adult is required for minors younger than 13 to sign up). 

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! 

Are you interested in mentoring an elementary schooler? We'd love to interview you! We are looking to pair each of our students with a mentor who can build a positive relationship with them. During mentor time, you can guide your mentee through their homework assignment, strengthen their resilience through emotional literacy, play games, go to the TCC gym, and hear about how their day has been! Your one-week commitment can make a world of difference in their lives. Please respond to this opportunity or contact kcrider@crossbridgeinc.org to get started!

Volunteer commitment:

One day a week for one hour. See below for details on available days and time frames.

Monday-Thursday 3:30-5:30 PM

This opportunity is eligible for chapel credit IF you volunteer for the whole semester. 

*Please sign up on our Civic Champs platform BEFORE Sunday in order for me to approve your hours* https://events.civicchamps.com/organizations/3062/calendar/month

Join us Sundays giving fresh free groceries to those in need! We will meet at the West Nashville Dream Center (520 39th Ave N) to sort and package boxes of food. We will then drive to to our West Nashville location to distribute. More info on our website!

New time: PLEASE ARRIVE AT 10:45AM!

Join us this summer at Plaza Mariachi to help Hispanic students build confidence and improve their reading, math, and other essential academic skills. Volunteers will have the opportunity to make a positive impact while supporting student success.

Join us this summer in tutoring Hispanic kids in grammar, math, and reading skills!

At the Aloe Family, we take a trauma-informed approach to supporting Hispanic children and families by creating safe, welcoming spaces where students can receive academic assistance, mentorship, and encouragement. Our goal is to help each child feel seen, supported, and empowered to succeed.

We are looking for dedicated and passionate volunteers to help support our mission of guiding refugees as they move on a path from surviving to thriving through our mentorship program.
We'll match you with a client to meet with as a mentor at least once a month for 3-6 months.

Mentorship could include opportunities such as helping a client schedule appointments, providing transportation to a store or food bank, or simply sitting in their home to have tea and practice English. 

A background check is required and orientation provided

What will I be doing?

What should I wear?

Instructions Upon Arrival:

In addition to responding to the need in get connected, please register for a specific date and time through the Hands On Nashville link below:

Hands On Nashville | Food Pantry Volunteer #sharing

Raise Your Hand Tutoring provides free academic intervention to students in Montgomery, Robertson, and Williamson Counties. We serve several local elementary and middle schools that would benefit from your help as a volunteer tutor. As a volunteer tutor, you will work alongside a teacher to provide small-group reading intervention to our students.

We offer flexible scheduling with several locations either in the morning before school or after school. Our sessions are year round with a Spring, Summer, and Fall session - You only have to sign up for one hour a week for the duration of the session. 

To apply to become a tutor, please click this link: https://www.unitedwaygreaternashville.org/raise-your-hand-volunteers/

We will contact you and help find the best placement depending on your location and availability. Morning tutoring is generally 7:30a-8:30a and afternoon tutoring is generally 3:30p-4:30p. 

You can support PTM by hosting a Lemon(AID) Stand on your campus, in your dorm, at your church, or anywhere else!

We provide you with most of the supplies and you get to spend the afternoon selling lemonade to benefit PTM. 

Learn more about our Lemon(AID) Stand initiative! 

Interested in learning more? Email ellen@prestontaylorministries.org! 

APPLY HERE!!!

Do you have 1 hour that you are willing to give to a student each week? If so, we would love for you to consider becoming a LUNCH BUDDY! 

Lunch Buddies are volunteers who go into a school to meet with a student once a week during the student's lunch period. The volunteer and student have some time together to build a relationship and do various activities together, including playing games, coloring and reading together. 

This is a program where volunteers get to help students see and reach their full potential, because at PTM, we know that close positive relationships help students THRIVE! 

All participating schools are elementary schools in Northwest Nashville (37208 or 37209).

Lunch times range from 10:00am to 1:00pm.

Volunteers will need their own reliable transportation to get to each visit. 

This is the volunteer need we are recruiting for MOST! Our goal at PTM is for every student to have a mentor, and students LOVE having a Lunch Buddy! We are especially in need of male Lunch Buddies as we have many male students asking for a Lunch Buddy and few male mentors!

Questions? Email alyssa@prestontaylorministries.org

Ready to apply? Head to https://prestontaylorministries.app.neoncrm.com/forms/volunteer-at-ptm

Learn more about PTM by watching this video!

APPLY HERE!!!

APPLY HERE!!!

Join PTM at one of our three after-school sites where there is a lot of energy, and a HUGE need for volunteers! Volunteers assist with a variety of tasks: homework help, serving food to students, playing games and leading enrichment activities. 

Questions? Email alyssa@prestontaylorministries.org 

Ready to apply? Head to https://prestontaylorministries.app.neoncrm.com/forms/volunteer-at-ptm 

Learn more about PTM by watching this video!

APPLY HERE!!!

APPLY HERE!!!

Join Preston Taylor Ministries in guiding children to uncover their God-given potential. Your weekly time and encouragement can help students realize the gifts that God has placed inside of them.

After a thorough onboarding and interview process, we will match you with an elementary-aged student from our program. Once assigned, you will meet with the student once a week at their school to eat lunch together or at their afterschool site to play games and/or do a bible study, and build a positive relationship. Days and times are flexible, depending on the mentoring program selected!  

Programs include Lunch Buddies and R.I.S.E.!

These programs are flexible as mentors meet with their assigned student once a week, but can come any day of the week, depending on what is best for their schedule!

Questions? Email alyssa@prestontaylorministries.org 

Ready to apply? Head to https://prestontaylorministries.app.neoncrm.com/forms/volunteer-at-ptm

Learn more about PTM by watching this video! 

APPLY HERE!!!

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!

Hospice volunteers provide companionship, comfort, and support to patients and their families while helping improve quality of life during end-of-life care. Volunteers work closely with hospice staff to offer emotional support and non-medical assistance.

Duties may include:

* Provide companionship through conversation, reading, listening, or simply being present with patients.

* Offer emotional support and encouragement to patients and family members.

* Assist with light non-medical tasks, such as writing letters, organizing photos, or helping with hobbies and activities.

* Sit with patients to provide caregiver relief and respite for family members.

* Make friendly phone calls or wellness check-ins when appropriate.

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 about them.

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

This month the theme for the letters is "Travel". Share about your favorite travel location, any travel locations on your bucket list or location you have recently traveled to. Take the reader to that location, feel free to include pictures.

You can incorporate the theme through art, by making your own themed cards and within the message of your letter.

We are looking to have this round of letters completed and received by their recipients by 08/31/2026. Please allow a couple of days for mailing and distribution. 

If you are interested in sending letters and/or art to seniors in the community, please click on sign up 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.  

Younger children are welcome to participate with their parents or a guardian/caregiver (an adult is required for minors younger than 13 to sign up). 

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! 

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, August 6 from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm (virtual via Microsoft Teams)

Class 2: Friday, August 14 from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm (in-person at GNRC's offices)

Class 3: Friday, August 21 from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm (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 prior to the start of the cohort. 

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.

The Martha O'Bryan Center needs upbeat, positive volunteers to assist in the food pantry. On Mondays and Thursdays, volunteers will be able to help with unloading deliveries. Every day of the week, volunteers will be able to work alongside clients to 'shop' in our food pantry and pick out the items that will serve them the most. Volunteers will also be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and order of the premises, bringing heavier boxes out to client cars.

 Spots must be reserved in advance; first come first served.

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On a foundation of Christian faith, Martha O’Bryan Center empowers children, youth, and adults in poverty to transform their lives through work, education, employment and fellowship.

The Martha O’Bryan Center is an anti-poverty non-profit organization with longstanding history and deep community roots, founded in 1894. Our headquarter campus sits in the East Nashville public housing campus of Cayce Place, currently transforming into the mixed-income neighborhood Boscobel Heights.  This is where we operate most of our programs, supporting education goals for learners of all ages, empowering youth and adults in their careers, and providing stability and support services for individuals and families.

Join Special Olympics Tennessee for an exciting two-day summer camp designed for young athletes of all abilities!

Camp sessions will include:
• Young Athletes (ages 3–6): Introducing children to sports and movement through fun, engaging games and activities
• Junior Athletes (ages 7–12): Building introductory sport skills while encouraging confidence, teamwork, and a love for physical activity

No experience needed - just bring your high-fives, encouragement, and lots of positive energy!

For more information about our Young Athletes and Junior Athletes programs, please visit the Young + Junior Athletes  program page.

SIGN-UPS:
We use a third-party website for shift registration. After signing up, our Volunteer Coordinator will email you a link to officially select your desired shifts. “Expressing Interest” does NOT confirm your shift. The number of spots listed on may not reflect real-time availability.

Interested in planning a group volunteer day?
Email the volunteer coordinator and we’ll be happy to help coordinate!
Come be part of an incredible day of sport, community, and impact!

Questions? Reach out to rboscaljon@specialolympicstn.or

Here at Room In The Inn, we provide over 250 meals a day. We are always in need of volunteers Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11am - 1pm to help us provide the best lunch service possible. Our lunch program is a great way to engage with those experiencing homelessness while giving back to our community. 

Please reach out with any questions or to get scheduled!

We are in need of volunteers on Thursdays in one of our ELL classes at The Branch Mondays(6:15-8:15) or at The Southeast Branch of Nashville Public Library (6:00pm-7:45pm). This need would ideally be served by someone who can make a weekly commitment. Meet and greet adults who are taking English classes at The Branch. Direct them to their classes and serve as conversation partners for workbook and conversation activities and assist teacher with reading, writing, and in-class activities. 

We help clients connect to the right person in the right organization fort heir immediate
need, whether it’s housing, immigration, healthcare, job help, or more. We are trusted
connectors to resources, people and, programs. Ideally, but NOT required a resource navigator speaks- Spanish or Arabic to best communicate with many of our neighbors.

How It Works
As a volunteer resource navigator, you will be part of the Comprehensive Care program
at The Branch. You will:
Schedule volunteer shifts with Ashley Smith. The commitment is a minimum of 8
hours a month (that’s either two full volunteer shifts from 10-2 or four, half-time
shifts from either10-Noon or Noon-2)for at least 3 months.
Attend a training during your first navigator session. You’ll learn about the resources
available to clients, the tools we use to help our clients, and the process to follow
when a neighbor comes to the pantry and has needs beyond food.
You will be at the front desk during food pantry hours. You will talk to clients as they
come into The Branch to fill out paperwork; you’ll go out to their cars to see if they
need help navigating to other resources.
Document all referrals you’ve provided clients (this will be part of the training) on the
same day of your volunteer shift.
At the end of your 3-month commitment, meet with Ashley to discuss your
experience and if you would like to continue for another 3 months, or to take a break
for the next 3 months and then come back for another 3 months.

Contact Ashley Smith at ashley@thebranchofnashville.org

Food Delivery Drivers for Senior/Disabled Clients within a 10 mile radius from The Branch:Volunteers are needed to organize contents of the food carts into easy to carry boxes/bags, labeling boxes/bags with delivery client's name, load their own car with boxes/bags for delivery and drive to the client's residence to drop off boxes/bags at their doorstep. Volunteers will need to sign a release form and present a driver’s license before delivering. Each volunteer will receive a delivery list with the names and addresses of the clients they are going to deliver to. The number of clients that you will deliver to is approximately 2-4 clients. Days:Tuesdays Afternoons 10am-1pm and/orSaturdays mornings 9:30am-12pm. 

We need help assisting in the setting up, tearing down and serving in the event room for Senior Adult Social. Will include seating, table decor, snack and information table as well as socializing with senior clients during activity.

When: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month

 Volunteer time needed: 9am-12:30pm

If interested please feel free to email/text Cynthia Thurman- Older Adult Services manager @ 

60plus@thebranchofnashville.org

(615) 913-1858‬

Learn about the benefits of plant-based diets for environmental and social justice. Choose popular meals from on-campus eateries and learn how they can be made plant-based. Research emissions saved from making the recipe plant-based rather than animal-product-inclusive. Communicate and propose the resources and your recipes to dining staff at your university.

Overview: Learn about the relationship between food and the environment, focusing on the environmental benefits of a plant-based diet. Plan and execute an event on campus that highlights the accessibility of plant-based foods, communicates environmental issues through the lens of our food system, and brings the campus community together.

Learn about the current state of food, environmental, and relevant policy, such as the FISCAL Act, the Farm Bill, and other local bills. Then, write a letter to the editor responding to a published article about one of these bills or an op-ed sharing your viewpoint more generally about these policy proposals. Attempt to get your piece published in a school newspaper, a local outlet, or even a regional or national one!

Learn about the benefits of plant-based diets for the environment and environmental justice. Then, brainstorm a campaign aligned with Switch4Good’s mission and branding to push for a more dairy-free world, focusing on environmental motivators. Generate the outline of your proposed campaign and create sample assets. 

Learn about the benefits of a plant-based diet for environmental and social justice. Then, share this information with the public by writing a series of articles elaborating on the connection between food choices and the environment. These articles will be eligible to be posted on the Switch4Good blog. 

Stages:

Investigation

Research and identify potential topics within the broader topic of food choices and the environment. 

Survey your peer group or whoever your target audience is to better understand what information they lack or what they wish they knew more about.

Preparation and Planning

Determine the focus of research and writing based on criteria such as urgency of the issue, level of public awareness, and personal interest. 

Determine the scope of research and writing to cover the subject matter. Each article should be at least 1,000 words long, and the project requires at least 3 articles, but it is up to you if you’d like to write about three topics or write a series about one topic. 

Research the connection between food and environment independently and with the support of Switch4Good materials and team.

Organize research, draft a thesis statement, and write an outline.

Action/Demonstration

Write!

Reach out to personal, professional, and academic connections for edits and revisions. Lucy from Switch4Good is also available for review at any point during these steps.  

Repeat steps up to this point for each article written. 

Overview

Creative Support Peer Team volunteers provide encouragement, guidance, and hands-on assistance to Daybreak Arts artists. Peer Support can be professional artists or community volunteers who want to help emerging artists succeed. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys supporting others, celebrating creativity, and being part of a collaborative learning environment.

Timeline

Responsibilities

Qualifications / Skills

Impact

Peer Support volunteers play a vital role in helping artists build confidence, complete projects, and navigate the program successfully, ensuring that every participant feels supported and empowered.

Senior Ride Nashville is growing our volunteer driver team! Drivers use their own vehicles to transport seniors to community centers, medical appointments, grocery stores, beauty/barber shops and more. Help a senior get where they need to go and make a friend in the process! Volunteer shifts are flexible and scheduled at your convenience using an easy online tool. SRN provides rides Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 

Complete the on-demand volunteer training on our website to get out on the road soon!

Find it at: 

https://www.seniorridenashville.org/volunteer

It is Senior Ride Nashville’s mission to connect older adults to community by providing essential transportation and support services.

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 connects older adults to community by providing essential transportation and support services. 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.

Join us every Friday for a nursery rhymes and phonics class with preschool kids at our Rolling Hills community. These children are refugees and immigrants from Spanish speaking countries, so learning English at a young age is crucial to their academic success!

Please make sure you are signed up on civic champs here in order for me to approve your hours!

Are you ready for an experience that challenges you, fosters growth, and leaves a lasting impact? The Center for Courageous Kids (CCK), a summer camp for children with disabilities and lifelong illnesses, is looking for young men to volunteer and experience the joy of camp.

Located in Scottsville, Kentucky, just an hour from Nashville, volunteers will create unforgettable memories, inspire young campers, and join a supportive community making a difference.

To learn more about volunteer opportunities, visit https://www.courageouskids.org/volunteer.

#VolunteerOpportunity #SummerCamp #CampVolunteers #CouragousKids #DisabilityAwareness

Are you a certified lifeguard looking for a meaningful opportunity this summer?

The Center for Courageous Kids (CCK), a summer camp for children with disabilities and lifelong illnesses, is currently recruiting lifeguards to be a part of their paid summer staff. Located in Scottsville, Kentucky, just an hour from Nashville, CCK provides a secure and empowering environment for campers with pool time being a fun activity for all campers.

To learn more about staff recruitment opportunities visit https://courageouskids.isolvedhire.com/jobs/

#Summercamp #Summerjobs #Lifeguards #Summerstaff

Want to hit the road to make a difference? The Nashville Food Project is recruiting volunteers to deliver meals to our community partners across the city. Each week, TNFP distributes thousands of meals, and with your help, we hope to reach more plates than ever this year! To help us achieve this goal, we are recruiting volunteers for weekly or bi-weekly shifts to deliver meals across Nashville using our distribution vehicles.

When: We're looking for volunteers that can commit to delivering meals on a weekly or bi-weekly basis through the summer. Right now, we are looking for drivers for Tuesday and Thursday mornings primarily from 9am-11am.

Location: Volunteer drivers will leave from our headquarters at 5904 California Ave Nashville, TN 37209

Requirements: Valid driver's license, comfortability driving a van, ability to commit to a set schedule. No CDL required!

The Arts Build Communities (ABC) grant program is designed to provide support for arts projects that broaden access to arts experiences, address community quality of life issues through the arts, or enhance the sustainability of asset-based cultural enterprises. The program seeks to build communities by nurturing artists, arts organizations (including local arts agencies), and arts supporters in Tennessee.

Are you part of the Arts community and familiar with the local art scene?

Volunteer to judge on the TN Arts Builds Communities grant review panel. The panel review will take place on Monday, August 10, 2026, beginning at 9:30am. The panel will meet VIRTUALLY via Microsoft Teams.

Volunteers must review all grant applications between July 27 and August 9 at 11:59pm and be available at the time of the panel review on August 10. The estimated time commitment per volunteer is around 12 hours between the application review (6-7 hours) and the panel (5-6 hours).

Volunteers must reside and have an arts background in Davidson County to participate on the panel.

Please express interest in participating in the panel by July 1. GNRC staff will reach out to conduct interviews with prospective panelists. Panelists will be selected and confirmed among those who sign up by July 8. 

Advisory panels reviewing grant applications for this program assign scores based on how well the proposed project addresses ABC program objectives and use the following evaluation criteria on a 100-point scale:

Artistic/Cultural Merit (35 points)
Applications should provide evidence of how the proposed arts/cultural project shows value to the community being served. Competitive applications may demonstrate artistic/cultural merit by showing how projects will accomplish one or more of the following:

Competitive applications may also demonstrate that proposed project supports the work of artists through payment of fees, services or appropriate benefits.

Community Engagement and Participation (35 points)
Applications should provide evidence of how organizations understand and are responsive to diverse interests and needs of communities served. Competitive applications will demonstrate the engagement and participation of their communities by not only showing how proposed projects advance organizational missions, but also by showing to what extent community members are involved in planning, executing and evaluating the projects.

Additional evidence includes: needs assessment research; formal partnerships that advance project goals through resource and responsibility sharing; and demonstrated support from local community leaders.

Competitive applications may also demonstrate goals and objectives that are designed to address social issues or build economic sustainability through the arts.

Budget and Financial Support (20 points)
Applications should include realistic project budgets with accurate cost and income estimates.
Competitive applications will show that organizations are actively raising funds through requests to individual contributors, private corporations, foundations, government sources, AND/OR through viable earned revenue projections.

Operational Practice (10 points)
Applications should provide evidence that planning procedures are clear, inclusive and include discussion on past project results (when appropriate). Competitive applications will address all application questions and provide correct and complete information. 

The Arts Build Communities (ABC) grant program is designed to provide support for arts projects that broaden access to arts experiences, address community quality of life issues through the arts, or enhance the sustainability of asset-based cultural enterprises. The Tennessee Arts Commission offers the ABC program through a decentralized decision-making and distribution process in partnership with regional designated agencies. Through ABC, the Commission seeks to build communities by nurturing artists, arts organizations (including local arts agencies), and arts supporters in each of Tennessee’s 95 counties.

ABC funds may be used to:

The Arts Build Communities (ABC) grant program is designed to provide support for arts projects that broaden access to arts experiences, address community quality of life issues through the arts, or enhance the sustainability of asset-based cultural enterprises. The program seeks to build communities by nurturing artists, arts organizations (including local arts agencies), and arts supporters in Tennessee.

Are you part of the Arts community and familiar with the local art scene?

Volunteer to judge on the TN Arts Builds Communities grant review panel. The panel review will take place on Wednesday, August 5, 2026, beginning at 9:30am. The panel will meet VIRTUALLY via Microsoft Teams. 

Volunteers must review all grant applications between July 22 and August 4 at 11:59pm and be available at the time of the panel review on August 5. The estimated time commitment per volunteer is around 11 hours between the application review (5-6 hours) and the panel (5 hours)

Volunteers must reside and have an arts background in one of the following counties: Trousdale, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson, and Wilson.

Please express interest in participating in the Panel by July 1. GNRC staff will reach out to conduct interviews with prospective panelists. Panelist will be selected and confirmed among those who sign up by July 8.

Advisory panels reviewing grant applications for this program assign scores based on how well the proposed project addresses ABC program objectives and use the following evaluation criteria on a 100-point scale:

Artistic/Cultural Merit (35 points)
Applications should provide evidence of how the proposed arts/cultural project shows value to the community being served. Competitive applications may demonstrate artistic/cultural merit by showing how projects will accomplish one or more of the following:

Competitive applications may also demonstrate that proposed project supports the work of artists through payment of fees, services or appropriate benefits.

Community Engagement and Participation (35 points)
Applications should provide evidence of how organizations understand and are responsive to diverse interests and needs of communities served. Competitive applications will demonstrate the engagement and participation of their communities by not only showing how proposed projects advance organizational missions, but also by showing to what extent community members are involved in planning, executing and evaluating the projects.

Additional evidence includes: needs assessment research; formal partnerships that advance project goals through resource and responsibility sharing; and demonstrated support from local community leaders.

Competitive applications may also demonstrate goals and objectives that are designed to address social issues or build economic sustainability through the arts.

Budget and Financial Support (20 points)
Applications should include realistic project budgets with accurate cost and income estimates. Competitive applications will show that organizations are actively raising funds through requests to individual contributors, private corporations, foundations, government sources, AND/OR through viable earned revenue projections.

Operational Practice (10 points)
Applications should provide evidence that planning procedures are clear, inclusive and include discussion on past project results (when appropriate). Competitive applications will address all application questions and provide correct and complete information. 

The Arts Build Communities (ABC) grant program is designed to provide support for arts projects that broaden access to arts experiences, address community quality of life issues through the arts, or enhance the sustainability of asset-based cultural enterprises. The Tennessee Arts Commission offers the ABC program through a decentralized decision-making and distribution process in partnership with regional designated agencies. Through ABC, the Commission seeks to build communities by nurturing artists, arts organizations (including local arts agencies), and arts supporters in each of Tennessee’s 95 counties.

ABC funds may be used to:

Providing individuals and families with food is the simplest way to help those struggling with rising costs in Nashville. The Martha O'Bryan Center is seeking compassionate volunteers to serve the public with dignity at one of the busiest food pantries in Nashville.  Volunteer responsibilities include: