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

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.

You will help facilitate the distribution of free grocery donations in North Nashville in the parking lot of New Covenant Christian Church (2201 Osage Ave.)

1. Please arrive at Costco in West Nashville (6670 Charlotte Pike) at 1:30 pm to help weigh and load the Dream Streets food truck with the grocery donations.

2. Then you will go to the food distribution site at 2201 Osage Ave. Nashville, TN 37208, to help unload, set up, and tear down the free grocery distribution. 

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

1. You will meet at Trader Joes on White Bridge next to Target at 10:30 a.m. Go to the back of the store, walk up the loading ramp, and help weigh and load the donated food on to the Dream Streets food truck. 

2. Drive to Cumberland View Apartments (2424 25th Ave. N by building 13) where you will help unload donated groceries, help set up tables, and distribute groceries to the community members. After everyone has received food you will tear down, pick up, and load any extra food back on the food truck. 

3. After food has been distributed, please help clean up and reload the food truck. 

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

You will help facilitate the distribution of free grocery donations in West Nashville at Richland Hills Apartments.

Please arrive at 3:45 pm at Richland Hills Apartments, 5800 Maudina Ave., Nashville, TN 37209. We meet by building B and the playground. Once the food truck arrives, you will help unload, set up, distribute, and help community members. After you help clean up and reload the food truck. 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Volunteer at Waterfest, a free, family-friendly festival at Goodlettsville’s Peay Park that celebrates our local streams and rivers. You’ll help Cumberland River Compact staff greet and check in families, direct parking, monitor waterslides, and keep the party atmosphere going all morning long!

Three volunteer shifts are available, and they all end by 1 PM – making it a quick and easy way to support a local community festival and, if you need them, earn community service hours (TN Promise scholarship, anyone?). Sign up to support a beloved annual tradition!

AVAILABLE SHIFTS

8:30 AM - 11:30 AM (3 hours)
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (2 hours)
8:30 AM - 1:00 PM (4.5 hours, full event)

PICK YOUR SHIFT

During the weekdays, we offer community and enrichment classes for adults impacted by disability. Volunteer opportunities include:  Supporting students (one-on-one or small groups) during day classes. You can provide help in a classroom with a trained teacher on one of several topics: Music, Dance, Art, Fitness, Bible, or Service Projects. 

On Sunday mornings, our one-on-one buddies provide supports that allow our friends to be engaged either in their age-appropriate ministry and/or our Special Needs Ministry area. We offer support during the Sunday morning services from 9:15am - 10:45am and 10:45am - 12:15pm while parents attend Worship, Bible Studies, or Choir. We serve all ages, but the classrooms/groups are separated by Preschool/Kids/Students/Adults. We can find the right age range and level of care you are comfortable with assisting. 

On Sunday mornings, our one-on-one buddies provide supports that allow our friends to be engaged either in their age-appropriate ministry and/or our Special Needs Ministry area. We offer support during the Sunday morning services from 9:15am - 10:45am and 10:45am - 12:15pm while parents attend Worship, Bible Studies, or Choir. We serve all ages, but the classrooms/groups are separated by Preschool/Kids/Students/Adults. We can find the right age range and level of care you are comfortable with assisting. 

You will not need to assist anyone in the bathroom, but you may color or build with legos or read a book or even push a swing. We share the gospel in all of these ways so that they can learn about God in the way that best suits their learning style. 

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:

Belmont University - Student ALS Ambassador:

As a Student ALS Ambassador, you help inspire others to take action through fundraising and community outreach initiatives. Student Ambassadors are key to helping drive our mission forward, increase awareness, and make a difference in the lives of those touched by ALS.  You will work closely with the local ALS Association Staff Partner to identify ways to grow and reach new audiences to encourage them to take steps with the ALS Community by attending the Walk to Defeat ALS - Nashville. In addition to helping support Advocacy efforts.  Student ALS Ambassador      

Walk to Defeat ALS - Nashville 

- Identify ways to engage with students on Campus.(Tabling events, community awareness/fundraiser nights at local establishments, etc)

- Encourage Students to take action and support the ALS Association’s mission; to make ALS a livable disease and cure it.

- Recruit Student Leaders to form a Walk to Defeat ALS Nashville Team. (I.e. Sorority President be the Team Captain and encourage other sorority sisters to join the team.)

- Identify potential sponsor/partnership opportunities within the Murfreesboro area. You do not have to make the "ask" unless you feel comfortable. (Staff Partner and Student ALS Ambassador will work together to make the ask.) 

- Assist with Event Day executions of Walk to Defeat ALS Nashville

Tennessee Advocacy

- Encourage students to take action and advocate for patients & families living with ALS.

- Participate in Tennessee Advocacy Day

You and the local staff partner will also meet on a regular bases to discuss obstacles, local initiatives, activations, etc. The Local Staff Partner and Student Ambassador will work closely together to engage student involvement to drive The ALS Association's mission forward. 

Belmont University - Student ALS Ambassador:

As a Student ALS Ambassador, you help inspire others to take action through fundraising and community outreach initiatives. Student Ambassadors are key to helping drive our mission forward, increase awareness, and make a difference in the lives of those touched by ALS.  You will work closely with the local ALS Association Staff Partner to identify ways to grow and reach new audiences to encourage them to take steps with the ALS Community by attending the Walk to Defeat ALS - Nashville. In addition to helping support Advocacy efforts.  Student ALS Ambassador      

Walk to Defeat ALS - Nashville 

- Identify ways to engage with students on Campus. (Tabling events, community awareness/fundraiser nights at local establishments, etc)

- Encourage Students to take action and support the ALS Association’s mission; to make ALS a livable disease and cure it.

- Recruit Student Leaders to form a Walk to Defeat ALS Nashville Team. (I.e. Sorority President be the Team Captain and encourage other sorority sisters to join the team.)

- Identify potential sponsor/partnership opportunities within the Murfreesboro area. You do not have to make the "ask" unless you feel comfortable. Staff Partner and Student ALS Ambassador will work together to make the ask. 

- Assist with Event Day executions of Walk to Defeat ALS Nashville      

Tennessee Advocacy 

- Encourage students to take action and advocate for patients & families living with ALS.

- Participate in Tennessee Advocacy Day at State Capital

Expectations: 

You will be supported by the local staff partner and have accessibility to contact them as questions or concerns come up. The Staff Partner and Student ALS Ambassador will meet periodically to discuss initiatives, activations, and walk alongside you to grow student engagement.

If you'd like to learn more about becoming a Student ALS Ambassador, please reach out to Cody.Filbert@als.org

Looking for a transformative experience that fosters personal growth while making a difference? The Center for Courageous Kids (CCK), located in Scottsville, Kentucky, an hour from Nashville—invites volunteers to help children with disabilities and lifelong illnesses experience the joy of camp.

As a CCK volunteer, you’ll create lasting memories, join a supportive community and be part of something truly meaningful. Whether you’re guiding kids through canoeing adventures, demonstrating archery or having a dance party, your impact will be unforgettable.

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

#VolunteerOpportunity #SummerCamp #CampVolunteers #CouragousKids #DisabilityAwarenes

Special Olympics Tennessee Fitness Program is a wellness initiative focused on fitness, nutrition, and mental health for teens and adults (ages 13+) with intellectual disabilities. Through goal-setting and measurable outcomes, we aim to empower athletes to take control of their health and reduce the disparities often faced by individuals with intellectual disabilities.

One of our key programs, Train 4 Life, is a 12-week fitness, nutrition, and wellness series. Each session lasts 60 minutes and is designed to help athletes build healthy habits in a supportive, inclusive environment. Weekly workout sessions starting May 4th through July 20th. Train 4 Life programs take place statewide. Click Here to Learn More

Train 4 Life Volunteer Info:

Volunteers assist head coaches and athletes during weekly workouts. You can sign up for any individual sessions you’re available to attend.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

No experience is needed, just bring your energy and enthusiasm!

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. “Signing Up” on Get Connect does NOT confirm your shift. The number of spots listed on Get Connect 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 competition, community, and impact!

Questions? Email rboscaljon@specialolympicstn.org

Special Olympics Tennessee Fitness Program is a wellness initiative focused on fitness, nutrition, and mental health for teens and adults (ages 13+) with intellectual disabilities. Through goal-setting and measurable outcomes, we aim to empower athletes to take control of their health and reduce the disparities often faced by individuals with intellectual disabilities.

One of our key programs, Train 4 Life, is a 12-week fitness, nutrition, and wellness series. Each session lasts 60 minutes and is designed to help athletes build healthy habits in a supportive, inclusive environment. Weekly workout sessions starting May 4th 19th through July 20th. Train 4 Life programs take place statewide. Click Here to Learn More

Train 4 Life Volunteer Info:

Volunteers assist head coaches and athletes during weekly workouts. You can sign up for any individual sessions you’re available to attend.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

No experience is needed, just bring your energy and enthusiasm!

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. “Signing Up” on does NOT confirm your shift. The number of spots listed 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!

Classical 615 is partnering with Nashville Humane to launch a musical enrichment program for their shelter animals. Auditory enrichment can have a profound impact on the well-being of shelter animals, and they're looking for musicians who would be interested in sharing their talents to create a calming environment for these residents. 

Details:

When: Monday afternoons starting in May (timing is flexible) 

Time: No longer than one hour per session (approx 30-45 min of playing around the shelter)

Where: Nashville Humane, 213 Oceola Ave, Nashville, TN 37209

Who: Solo string, woodwind, vocal, and brass (if you can promise to play quietly)

Please indicate which instrument you play when you respond in Get Connected to be sure it is within shelter parameters.

Contact Kaitlyn Raitz, kaitlyn@classical615.com, to confirm your time or if you have questions.

Volunteer for Exposition of Excellence: Classic Cars at Cheekwood show! Great for car enthusiasts and friendly volunteers who serve as car hosts and greeters. Event is rain or shine.  Volunteer registration is required on our online volunteer portal, in advance, at this link:

https://cheekwood.org/support/volunteer/classic-cars-at-cheekwood-volunteer-registration/

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 by tutoring high school students in English, Science, and Math. 

Our youth program meets in person every Thursday afternoon. No previous experience in tutoring is needed, but a basic understanding of high school level English, Science, and Math is necessary.

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.

Conversations to Remember is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, dedicated towards combating loneliness and isolation felt by senior citizens. Our virtual visit program matches 2-3 college students with residents of long-term care, assisted living, and memory care communities for virtual video visits. These residents have been suffering from isolation, and students really brighten their days just by speaking with them. We provide training to the students in the program about the best ways to interact with the seniors, as well as additional support throughout their service. Since these visits are virtual, students can do it without any travel. This is both convenient and allows more of the volunteers' time to be spent volunteering, rather than commuting to their volunteering location. We provide this program free of charge to seniors across the country, and have students from around the country as well. Typically, students volunteer 1-2 hours per week. Each call lasts up to one hour, based on the senior's attention span and mood on each day. We expect students to volunteer for approximately 16 weeks, so that they can build a friendship with the senior. This does not need to coincide with the start of a semester, as we have new seniors starting all the time and train new volunteers weekly. The students are matched based on the times that they're available with a senior who is available at the same time, and they will have a regular, weekly appointment for their visit. Students wishing more visits or other opportunities that allow them to volunteer more hours can be accommodated with different ways to volunteer, such as assisting us with our social media, call support, or marketing. Please register to volunteer on our website, at https://conversationstoremember.org/volunteer.

Interested in a career in special education, occupational therapy, social sciences, or psychology? We are seeking peer mentors and volunteers to support our program both on-site and through our community partnerships, with opportunities available Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. In this role, you will participate alongside trainees to model positive behaviors, encourage engagement, and help foster communication, problem-solving, and social connections within an inclusive, supportive environment.

Volunteers who can come a minimum of twice per month for 2 hours each day and a maximum of twice per week (or more if you are able!). Volunteer roles include Session Leaders (leading mentorship sessions either on a one-on-one or small group basis), "RA"s Ranch Assistants (helping with Sessions and completing chores during), and Horse Care (feeding, watering, mucking out, and giving hay to the Session horse herd). 

Waiver required: https://form.jotform.com/221726866114154

No horse experience necessary. After applying to volunteer, you will be invited to a "Round-Up" (a tour of the Ranch) to learn more about volunteering, asked for 2 letters of recommendation and a background check, and then signed up for training dates. Amount of training days vary depending on role selected.

Reach out to see when our next Round-Up is!

More dates available in the Summer! Feel free to email with inquiries!

Become a Freedom Reigns volunteer for a day! You’ll get to meet the horses, enjoy fellowship, and help with some of our special Ranch projects. Children above the age of 5 are welcome. For children age 10 and under, we require a one-parent-per-one-child ratio. We also require a liability waiver for each Ranch visitor.

ABOUT THE STORE: The Store operates as a free grocery store allowing people to shop for their basic needs. Our mission is to nourish communities and cultivate hope by providing nutritious food choices and access to supportive services in a dignified, loving environment. This volunteer opportunity will allow you to make a tangible impact upon the local community. You'll be helping provide wholesome food to families and the food insecure in a welcoming environment while protecting dignity and fostering hope.

ABOUT THE SHIFT: Every Wednesday and Thursday morning we have volunteers help us with restocking shelves and preparing the store for customer shopping. Volunteers will be stocking shelves, deep cleaning the produce sections, restocking the produce, stacking pallets, organizing the storage room, or other miscellaneous tasks. You should be able to lift over fifty pounds, as this shift involves physical labor. 

SIGN UPS: We utilize our own website to organize sign ups for our volunteer opportunities. In addition to responding to this Need in Get Connected, volunteers must go to The Store's volunteer website to sign up for specific days and times, linked here.

Please do not show up to volunteer without having first signed up for a shift on our website.

ABOUT THE STORE: The Store operates as a free grocery store allowing people to shop for their basic needs. Our mission is to nourish communities and cultivate hope by providing nutritious food choices and access to supportive services in a dignified, loving environment. This volunteer opportunity will allow you to make a tangible impact upon the local community. You'll be helping provide wholesome food to families and the food insecure in a welcoming environment while protecting dignity and fostering hope.

ABOUT THE SHIFT: Every Wednesday and Thursday morning we have volunteers help us with restocking shelves and preparing the store for customer shopping. Volunteers will be stocking shelves, deep cleaning the produce sections, restocking the produce, stacking pallets, organizing the storage room, or other miscellaneous tasks. You should be able to lift over fifty pounds, as this shift involves physical labor. 

SIGN UPS: We utilize our own website to organize sign ups for our volunteer opportunities. In addition to responding to this Need in Get Connected, volunteers must go to The Store's volunteer website to sign up for specific days and times, linked here.

Please do not show up to volunteer without having first signed up for a shift on our website.

ABOUT: The Store operates as a free grocery store allowing people to shop for their basic needs. Our mission is to nourish communities and cultivate hope by providing nutritious food choices and access to supportive services in a dignified, loving environment. This volunteer opportunity will allow you to make a tangible impact upon the local community. You'll be helping provide wholesome food to families and the food insecure in a welcoming environment while protecting dignity and fostering hope.

ROLES: We are dependent on an excited and passionate volunteer base to help our customers shop. These volunteer shifts will mainly involve checking people out at the register, ensuring customers do not exceed specified item limits, bagging their groceries in a timely and efficient manner, and escorting customers to their vehicles with their groceries. At the start of the shift, you will have an orientation and brief training; to ensure that we can process as many customers as possible, please be on time. During this shift you may also be greeting customers at check-in, helping people with questions while they shop, cleaning and tidying, stocking shelves and produce, unloading pallets, or other miscellaneous tasks. You will be able to take a break during your shift, so you are welcome to bring a snack and drink for break time. 

SIGN UPS: We utilize our own website to organize sign ups for our volunteer opportunities. In addition to responding to this Need in Get Connected, volunteers must go to The Store's volunteer website to sign up for specific days and times, linked here.

Please do not show up to volunteer without having first signed up for a shift on our website.

ABOUT THE STORE: The Store operates as a free grocery store allowing people to shop for their basic needs. Our mission is to nourish communities and cultivate hope by providing nutritious food choices and access to supportive services in a dignified, loving environment. This volunteer opportunity will allow you to make a tangible impact upon the local community. You'll be helping provide wholesome food to families and the food insecure in a welcoming environment while protecting dignity and fostering hope.

GARDEN HELPERS: The Store has partnered with the Edgehill Community Gardens and has a dedicated garden plot for us to grow produce. We use this to stock our fresh produce section. We are looking for volunteers who can help with general garden bed maintenance, which could include weeding, tilling, planting, watering, harvesting and other miscellaneous garden tasks.

SIGN UPS: We utilize our own website to organize sign ups for our volunteer opportunities. In addition to responding to this Need in Get Connected, volunteers must go to The Store's volunteer website to sign up for specific days and times, linked here.

Please do not show up to volunteer without having first signed up for a shift on our website.

ABOUT: The Store operates as a free grocery store allowing people to shop for their basic needs. Our mission is to nourish communities and cultivate hope by providing nutritious food choices and access to supportive services in a dignified, loving environment. This volunteer opportunity will allow you to make a tangible impact upon the local community. You'll be helping provide wholesome food to families and the food insecure in a welcoming environment while protecting dignity and fostering hope.

ROLES: We are dependent on an excited and passionate volunteer base to help our customers shop. These volunteer shifts will mainly involve checking people out at the register, ensuring customers do not exceed specified item limits, bagging their groceries in a timely and efficient manner, and escorting customers to their vehicles with their groceries. At the start of the shift, you will have an orientation and brief training; to ensure that we can process as many customers as possible, please be on time. During this shift you may also be greeting customers at check-in, helping people with questions while they shop, cleaning and tidying, stocking shelves and produce, unloading pallets, or other miscellaneous tasks. You will be able to take a break during your shift, so you are welcome to bring a snack and drink for break time. 

SIGN UPS: We utilize our own website to organize sign ups for our volunteer opportunities. In addition to responding to this Need in Get Connected, volunteers must go to The Store's volunteer website to sign up for specific days and times, linked here.

Please do not show up to volunteer without having first signed up for a shift on our website.

Pawster is looking for volunteers to help transport pets and supplies! Pet Chauffeurs are volunteer drivers who bring pets to their foster homes, to veterinary appointments, and anywhere else a pet may need! You will also help bring supplies to fosters. You make Pawster's mission possible.

All you need is a valid driver's license, a vehicle, and a love of pets. Once you sign up and complete orientation, you'll be on the Pet Chauffeur list. When a pet or supplues needs to be transported, we'll send the request to pet chauffeurs. If you're available to help, great! If not, just wait on the next one!

This is a flexible, easy way to volunteer.

Finish out the spring semester and start summer with a fun, furry friend! Fostering a dog is the perfect way to get out and enjoy the outdoors, without the long-term commitment of owning a pet.

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

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

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

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

Finish out the spring semester and start summer with a fun, furry friend! Fostering a cat is the perfect way to relax and have fun with a temporary cuddly companion, without the long-term commitment.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Note to students: Weekly shifts are not guaranteed for these types of visits; there are times when patients do not need support.

Volunteering is typically flexible with the volunteers' availability.
If you are interested, please apply here (you must complete an application, interview, and complete onboarding before volunteering).

Thank you!

We have two roles for volunteers at our Murfreesboro In-Patient Unit. This is an hour from Belmont campus.

The first role is at the front desk. A shift there is 3-4 hours, once a week or once every-other-week. It involves sitting at the desk and welcoming guests, showing them how to sign in, and if they need additional assistance, walking them to the room they're there to visit. Students are able to bring a laptop or books to study during this time.

The other role is for anywhere between 1-4 hours, depending on volunteer availability. It involves pushing our hospitality cart from room to room, offering snacks and other comfort items to patients and their guests. Some guests only want a treat and others want the volunteer to spend time with them, talking about their lives.

There is also the additional opportunity for a musical volunteer to visit patients and play/sing for them.

If you are interested in this, please apply here (you must complete an application, interview, and training before volunteering).

Thank you!

Monday 4:45-5:25pm- 1-2 VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDWeekly 1:1 dance buddy for an energetic dancer who needs a lot of redirection to stay on task and engaged. A volunteer with ABA/behavior/special education experience would be beneficial. Use of a token board and reinforcement system is used. May use physical, gestural & verbal prompting.Thursday 5:30-6:10pm- TWO VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDWeekly 1:1 dance buddy for a 21 year old male dancer with autism who may need redirection/verbal prompting to have a quiet voice and stay engaged in class.Weekly 1:1 dance buddy for a 19 year old male dancer with autism who may need reminders to stay engaged in class.If you are interested, express interest and take a tour and an orientation at the Franklin Studio!

Wednesday 5:45-6:25 pm- TWO VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDWeekly 1:1 buddy for a 9 year old male dancer with ADHD. This dancer needs verbal reminders to stay engaged, have a quiet voice, and listen to the teacher. Weekly Floater to support the dance teacher in the class as well as the different elementary school aged dancers in the classThursday 4:45-5:25pmWeekly 1:1 buddy for a 6 year old female dancer with autism. This dancer needs hands on and verbal reminders to stay engaged and participate in the class. Saturday 11:15-11:55amWeekly 1:1 buddy with a 20 year old male dancer with autism. This dancer needs verbal reminders to stay engaged, have a quiet voice, and listen to the teacher. Express Interest for more information and to come get a tour and orientation at the Bellevue Studio!

Share your time and talents with Caris Hospice through Special Projects volunteering. This opportunity is perfect for volunteers who want to support hospice patients and families in creative, practical, and behind-the-scenes ways without direct patient interaction.

Special Projects Volunteers may help by donating needed items, creating handmade gifts, assisting with legacy or remembrance projects, arranging flowers, helping with gardening or yard work, or supporting other meaningful tasks that bless patients and families. Opportunities can include crafting, collecting supplies, assembling gifts, or helping with seasonal and community-based projects.

This role is flexible and can be a wonderful fit for individuals, groups, clubs, churches, or community partners who want to make a tangible impact through service.

Support Caris Hospice behind the scenes by serving as an Administrative Volunteer. This role is a great fit for volunteers who enjoy staying organized, helping with office projects, and supporting meaningful work in a practical way.

Administrative Volunteers may assist with tasks such as clerical work, assembling information packets, making calls, answering phones, organizing medical supplies, computer-based projects, creating bulletin boards, helping with holiday decorations, and assisting with community events, projects, or presentations. This role helps our team serve patients and families more effectively every day.

Volunteers typically serve in or through our Nashville office during weekday business hours. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who want to make a difference in hospice care without providing direct patient care.

Volunteer as a blood donor ambassador to help our blood donors have a pleasant experience. Locations include Hendersonville, Brentwood, and Murfreesboro.  

Purpose: To assist blood donors and blood collection staff at local blood drives. 

You must create a volunteer account with the Red Cross, which tracks hours for approval.  Apply at:

https://redcross.org/volunteer

Key Responsibilities:

Locations:
Blood drives take place in Hendersonville, Brentwood, and Murfreesboro.

Time Commitment:

Questions?
Contact us at GiveTime@redcross.org

Become a volunteer reading tutor with the YMCA today! Y-Literacy provides free one-on-one tutoring to students grades K-5 who are assessed as reading below grade-level. Our volunteers undergo a straightforward training process to ensure they are comfortable before beginning-- All it takes is a willing heart and a smiling face!

At this time almost all tutoring is conducted VIRTUALLY! No need to worry about your commute, parking, or Nashville traffic. If you would like to read with a student in-person with a supervised Y-staff, let us know! 
 
Volunteers commit to working with their student once per week for 1 hour. Volunteer opportunities are available Monday-Thursday starting between 3-7pm. Volunteers are paired with a student based on compatible availability. 

Fall Semester: September - December
Spring Semester: February - May
Summer Semester: June & July

 
*Must be at least 16 years old. Background screening required*

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of others? Caris Hospice is seeking dedicated individuals like you to become Patient Care Volunteers. Together, we can bring comfort, support, and joy to those facing life-limiting illnesses. Join us and become an integral part of our compassionate team!

As a Patient Care Volunteer, you will embark on a journey that will touch hearts and make a lasting difference. Your generosity and selflessness will provide immeasurable comfort and companionship to patients and their families during challenging times. Every act of kindness counts, from lending a helping hand with household chores or mowing a patient's lawn. You might even have the chance to walk a beloved furry friend!

* Household Chores: Assist patients and families with light household tasks, such as organizing, cleaning, or meal preparation. Your support will alleviate the burden and create a nurturing environment.

* Community Events and Hobbies: Accompany patients to community events, such as Bingo, at Long Term Care Facilities. Help patients with hobbies such as building model cars or painting a picture.

* Outdoor Assistance: Extend a caring hand by mowing a patient's lawn or tending to their garden. Your efforts will brighten their surroundings and bring a sense of peace and beauty.

* Furry Friends: For those who have pets, offer to take their beloved companions for a walk or assist with their care. The love and comfort animals provide are truly invaluable.

By becoming a Caris Hospice volunteer, you have the power to create cherished memories and bring hope to those who need it most. Your kindness will resonate far beyond the tasks you undertake; it will touch the lives of patients, families, and the entire community.

As Mahatma Gandhi once said, "The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." Your commitment to making a difference will not only enrich the lives of others but also inspire a sense of fulfillment within your own heart.

Join us today and be the light in someone's life!

Together, we can make a meaningful difference and bring comfort to those who need it most.

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 "Welcome summer" or "Independence Day" later in the month. You can incorporate the theme through art, by making your own themed cards and within the message of your letter.

If you are interested in sending letters and/or art to seniors in the community, please sign up below and include in your response (in the notes) how many letters you would like to write. I will contact you with specific instructions for the letters and the address to send them to. Children are welcome to contribute also (an adult is required for minors to sign up).

 
We are looking to have this round of letters completed and received by their recipients by 06/30/2026. Please allow a couple of days for mailing and distribution. 
 
Volunteers will be required to have their own materials for the letters and any additional artwork you'd like to add, as well as stamps to mail the letters on hand (or you must be able to take them to the post office). I will try my best to provide you with one address for your letters so you can mail them together in a large envelope. 

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

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

Younger children are welcome to participate with their parents or a guardian/caregiver. 

 
Thank you so much for considering this opportunity! 

Belmont Music Connections is a student organization that partners with Our Place Nashville to share the joy of music. Through group and one-on-one lessons, residents have the chance to explore different instruments and build their musical skills. At the same time, Belmont students gain hands-on teaching experience in a supportive environment. Everyone gets to learn, grow, and make meaningful connections through music!

Can you play an instrument or sing? Would you be interested in being a part of Belmont Music Connections? If so, reach out to us! If you are interested, DM us on Instagram @belmontmusicconnections OR email belmontmusicconnections@gmail.com.

Come serve our families on Tuesday nights by helping with childcare during our adult English class for Hispanic adults! Make sure to sign up on our volunteer platform HERE if you are coming!

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Volunteer & Mentorship Opportunities

Share your expertise and inspire our interns through hands-on engagement:

Guest Industry Expert: Lead a specialized workshop in Prompt Engineering (AI), HTML/CSS Coding, or Audio Production during our Monday technical sessions.

Tech Visit Host: Host our interns at your creative agency, software firm, or studio for a Tuesday "Industry Engagement" tour.

Pitch Coach: Help youth refine their professional elevator pitches and digital career portfolios for their final showcase.

Beyond financial sponsorship, we welcome "heroes in the field" to support our mission:

Guest Mentors: Share your professional "superpower" during our Educational Rotations.

Lemonade Lunch: Prepare for the lunch hour. Distribute healthy breakfast or lunch options to ensure our campers are fueled for their mission. Lead clean-up to transition out of lunch time

STEM Supplies: Donate kits, electronics, or tools to help youth dream big and turn goals into reality.

The Sweetener Plan: Help fund customized support for students on the autism spectrum or with diverse cognitive abilities

Our Vision: A world where no young person has to fight alone, and every individual feels seen, heard, and empowered to live as their authentic self.

Contact: Kaymi Butler

Email: info@blacklemonade.org | Phone: 615-200-7351

Website:www.blacklemonade.org

Payments can be made payable to/at: www.blacklemonade.org/donate

✨ THE SPARKLING PARTNER (In-Kind & Volunteer)VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Mentors: Support homework hours to ensure students qualify for the "Earn & Shop."

Conference Speakers: Facilitate a workshop on self-love or mental health.

Chaperones: Ensure safety on field trips.

Project Supervisors: Assist students during service days.

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

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

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

Time: 4 days/week, between 3:45 PM – 5:25 PM (Monday–Thursday)

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

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

Assist Davidson county residents in responding to the recent winter ice storm. We are working with multiple local organizations to respond. Projects range in scope from distributing food, to canvassing, to debris removal. To see a full list of partner projects, visit our winter projects listing page here.

You will need to make a Hands On account to join any of these projects. You will not sign up for these projects via the GetConnected platform but you can log your hours after serving here on Get Connected.

The Nature Discovery Program is a partnership between Friends of Warner Parks, the Warner Park Nature Center, and Metro Parks Community Centers to reach youth who lack direct access to, and are often underrepresented in, traditional environmental education and outdoor recreation programs. The Nature Discovery Program is activated in a number of ways including:

Nature Detectives Club: an after-school program for youth at Metro Nashville Community Centers. This program provides science-based teachings and empowers kids to explore nature. This program takes place at more than 20 Community Centers throughout Davidson County. 

P.E.N. Pals (People Exploring Nature) Summer Camp: brings youth from Metro Parks Community Centers to the Warner Parks for a full day of nature exploration and outdoor adventure! Youth follow their curiosity as they explore the meadow, pond, and garden ecosystems, hike through the forest, observe wildlife, kayak, learn outdoor skills, search for crawdads in the Little Harpeth River, and create lasting memories in nature. 

P.E.N. Pals (People Exploring Nature) Fall Campfire & Night Hikes: Community Center youth experience the Warner Parks during the fall season. Earlier sunsets and cooler temperatures mean it's time to roast hot dogs, make s'mores, and enjoy time around the bonfire. Youth take a crepuscular hike through the meadows and forests of the Warner Parks and view the night sky while learning about nocturnal creatures. 

*We are looking for college-aged volunteers to participate in any of these branches of the Nature Discovery program, as the youth often find it easier to connect with this age group. This opportunity is wonderful for those who are interested in education, biology, sustainability, or environmental studies.*

Please see below for approximate date ranges throughout the year: 
Nature Detectives: school-year. Typically on a weekday between 3:00pm-5:00pm
P.E.N. Pals Summer Camp: June and July
P.E.N. Pals Fall Campfire & Night Hikes: October

If you are interested in volunteering with any of these opportunities, please contact Arabella Pagan at apagan@warnerparks.org for next steps. A background check may be required.

Meal of Hope is our weekly meal for the homeless & inner-city community! Join us for live music, prayer, an encouraging word, and fellowship with a loving community over a hot meal. Volunteers arrive at 5 PM and we welcome guests at 5:30 PM.

There are opportunities to serve during and after the meal is served. Once we finish cleanup, we'll conclude the night with testimonies! See below for a few service options!

Service Roles During the Meal: 

- Wash Dishes

- Serve Food, Desserts, Coffee, or Water

- Ministry Team

- Resource Table

Service Roles During Cleanup:

- Sweep

- Mop

- Wipe Tables and Chairs

- Clean Bathrooms

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

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

Wilson Rides is looking to expand our Volunteer Driver team!

Make a difference in the lives of adults 55+ in Wilson County by providing friendly, reliable transportation to local destinations like medical appointments, grocery stores, and senior centers. All rides are given in Wilson County.

Volunteer Driver

Delivery Volunteers

Deliver food boxes monthly and spread holiday cheer with Christmas stockings, gifts, and Easter bags. 

Student Volunteers (Ages 16+)
Help wrap water bottles and small gifts for quarterly outreach projects.

Every role supports dignity, connection, and independence for Wilson County’s older adults.
Join us and volunteer on your terms!

We are in need of a people loving personality to be the face and voice guest and parents see when they call and visit Salama! You would greet people at the door and direct them to their appropriate classroom, take phone calls, and spread joy!

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.

Volunteers for this opportunity will volunteer within the Development/Fundraising Dept. to assist with tasks like:

The schedule is flexible Monday - Friday between 9am and 4pm. Tasks will fluctuate from shift to shift. 

You can apply online at the link below, and we will reach out to discuss our current needs!

Please respond to this need on Get Connected. Register for this opportunity here: https://cerv.is/0266x444

Do not show up unless you have registered at the above link and have discussed a schedule with The Salvation Army staff.

Volunteers needed in our JJM programs of Nashville YFC to help with weekly or bi-weekly character development classes with boys and girls detention center.  Currently the class is on Tuesdays from 2:50pm-4:05pm for girls facility and 3:50pm-5:10pm for the boys facility.  Same address for both pods of facility. There is also another girls facility option from 4:15-5:15pm on Tuesdays as well.

279 Stewarts Ferry Pike - Rosewood/Walnut Academy of YOI.

Contact Jeff at: 615-320-7050  jeff@nashvilleyfc.org

St. Luke's operates one of the busiest food banks in Nashville, serving hundreds of people from low-income and working poor households each month. In addition to food, we also distribute diapers, cleaning and hygiene products and pet food through the Food Bank.  

Volunteers will unpack the food delivery, pack food boxes and serve clients directly. Volunteers may also assist with packing food boxes for our home delivery program in partnership with Amazon. 

St. Luke's is located at 5601 New York Avenue. Please enter through the red front door by the mailbox. Parking is available in front of our building, in the back parking lot or on the street around our campus. Please do not park in the designated Food Bank parking spots. Volunteers should wear comfortable clothes and shoes.

We offer flexible shifts to work within your schedule! All open volunteer shifts can be found on our website: https://www.stlch.org/getinvolved

For Questions: Contact Claire Hirsch, claire.hirsch@stlch.org or call 615.649.9134

In addition to episodic special events at Cheekwood that get posted on Get Connected, there are many other volunteer opportunities often 7 days a week, that include arts/crafts, gardening, special projects, music concerts, dog events, seasonal and cultural events available for our ongoing volunteers, and there are many benefits.  Ongoing Cheekwood volunteers need to make at least a 1 year committment for periodic service to be in the program.  Applications and information are available at this link:   https://cheekwood.org/support/volunteer/.

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

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

accentCare Hospice Volunteers make a profound impact in the lives of our hospice patients and their loved ones. As a Bereavement Caller, you can serve patients and families on hospice care. Volunteers make a weekly calls to check in on low risk bereaved family members to make sure that they are feeling supported.

After volunteers go through orientation and shadowing, calls can be made from their homes or in our Franklin office after orientation period.

No previous hospice experience is needed, accentCare Hospice will provide training and support throughout your time as a volunteer.

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

Requirements:

accentCare Hospice Volunteers make a profound impact in the lives of our hospice patients and their loved ones. As a Circle of Care Call volunteer, you can serve patients and families on hospice care. Volunteers make a weekly call on WEDNESDAY OR THURSDAY to check in on patients and families to make sure they have all the supplies/medications needed for the weekend and that they are feeling supported.

After volunteers go through orientation and shadowing, calls can be made from their homes or in our Franklin office after orientation period.

No previous hospice experience is needed, accentCare Hospice will provide training and support throughout your time as a volunteer.

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

Requirements:

Soles4Souls is currently looking for reliable volunteer drivers to help pick up donated shoes and clothing from our local retail partners and deliver them to our warehouse. These pickups are essential to keeping donations moving quickly into our programs.

Pickup Locations:

Donations are delivered to our warehouse at 2469 Bransford Ave, Nashville, TN 37204.

Volunteer Details:

Most routes take about 1 hour, and we’ll provide all instructions and support to make it as easy as possible. Commitment can be weekly, biweekly, or as-needed - we’re grateful for any help you’re able to give.

If you’re interested please respond to this need and include in your response:

For questions, more information, or to express interest, please email Emily Whitcomb at emilyw@soles4souls.org.

Project Description:

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

Project Purpose:

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

Key Duties:

Qualifications:

Location of volunteer job:

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

Commitment per month: 

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

Volunteers provide companionship and comfort to help support the patient and family. They also help with various non-medical services, such as letter writing, and time for caregivers and family. Volunteers also provide support at time of death and during the bereavement process.

Each TNDR client receives a “welcome bag” upon admission, including some basic necessities for their stay. One thing we’d like to include is a personal note from a TNDR supporter. This would be a simple project you could do from home, costing very little money, that goes a long way to show our clients that someone believes in them! Please mail to or drop notes off at:

The Next Door Recovery

402 22nd Ave N, Nashville TN 37203

For any questions, please email Development Coordinator Kaitlyn McCarthy at kaitlyn.mccarthy@thenextdoor.org.

Do you enjoy spending time with older adults? Help us conduct client satisfaction surveys either in person at nursing facilities near you or via phone surveys to ensure satisfactory service outcomes. 

What are the surveys for? Each year TennCare contracts with state Area Agencies on Aging and Disability to conduct National Core Indicators Surveys with consumers receiving TennCareare services.  The core indicators are standard measures used across states to access the outcomes of services provided to individuals and families. Indicators address key areas of concern including planning, rights, community inclusion, choice, health and care coordination, safety and relationships.  Each year TennCare looks at the results of these anonymous surveys to improve and enhance services to consumers.

Why should I help? Those conducting the surveys are offering consumers and their families a chance to express their opinions about services received, offer suggestions, and make recommendations to enhance their care and quality of life.

What would I be doing? The surveyor role requires individuals to reach out to consumers by phone or by traveling to nursing facilities to administer the surveys. We will coordinate with you to assign locations that are close to you.  The surveyor will read the questions to each individual and record the responses into a database. This requires the ability to use basic computer skills. Each survey should take from 45 minutes to one hour to complete.

Surveyor Training: TennCare requires that all surveyors complete training. The training is in two parts: a series of self-paced online modules (takes about 2 hours to complete), and a 2.5-hour live training with a GNRC staff member. The live webinar trainings will be scheduled as needed.

When can I volunteer? In person surveys can be conducted during regular visiting hours of the nursing homes. Phone surveys can be conducted during the day or in the early evening hours. You can make your own schedule and choose how many surveys you want to complete. The survey period runs from December 8 through June 30th. 

Where would I volunteer? Clients are located all over Middle Tennessee. Training takes place online and volunteers can work via phone from their own home or be assigned to nursing homes close to them.

Next Steps: After you sign up, we will follow up with you on your preference to conduct phone or in-person surveys, preferred locations and training. 

Are you looking for a way to make a REAL difference in your community? Do you have a few hours a week to spare and a heart full of compassion? Then we need YOU! Catholic Charities at C. E. McGruder serves North Nashville from its central location on 25th Avenue. At this one location, Nashville residents can find help, using the many services that Catholic Charities offers, such as Job Training, Housing Security, and Hunger Relief.

At Catholic Charities, we believe that everyone deserves access to nutritious food. But sadly, too many of our neighbors in North Nashville face hunger every day. That's where you come in.

Become a Food Pantry Volunteer and be the change you wish to see!

What you'll do:

Why volunteer with us?

Background Check Required (Download Instructions)

Catholic Charities encourages everyone to join us in serving our community regardless of their religion, race, color, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, age, disability, or marital status. Catholic Charities’ volunteers serve the community without a religious or political agenda.

Ongoing items needed: 

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

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

FiftyForward Fresh Meals on Wheels delivers healthy meals to the doorsteps of older adults on specific routes in the Nashville community. We are looking for friendly, compassionate volunteers to deliver nutritious meals, create a social connection, and provide weekly check-ins with our clients. 
 
Routes are currently available on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays and include the following neighborhoods to choose from: 12 South, Donelson, Bellevue, Leah Rose Towers (Green Hills), and Trevecca Towers.

This is a rewarding volunteer opportunity that greatly impacts the health and well-being of older adults experiencing food insecurity. Volunteers also help by creating a community connection that combats loneliness and social isolation. 

Unlock your creative talents and help the participants at FiftyForward Friends Adult Day Services do the same! 

Help Fifty Forward Friends with arts & crafts activities that are planned and led by staff.

No artistic talent is needed, just patience and an appreciation for freedom of expression.  Volunteers will assist one-on-one or in small groups as Friends complete simple projects that bring them joy. Volunteers should be able to complete simple "craft" tasks that include scissoring, tying simple knots, and other fine motor skills. Most importantly, volunteers should be comfortable conversing with older adults and encouraging their creativity.

Additional tasks may include:  

Volunteer shifts are available on Thursdays from 1 to 2:30pm. Sign up for specific shifts here or express interest by responding to this opportunity and we will follow up with you.

Our Arts & Crafts volunteer opportunity occurs indoors in an ADA-compliant building with ample seating available + restrooms and filtered water. 

FiftyForward is committed to providing active, older adults with quality programming that enhances their lives and provides opportunities to learn, grow and serve others.  Additionally, FiftyForward provides resources for older adults who need assistance with housing, nutrition, and medical care.  

FiftyForward Friends Adult Day Services is a licensed program where adults 50 and older - who may have cognitive, memory, or physical needs - can continue to thrive and enjoy an active life. Our nurturing and supportive day program features a variety of engaging, fun activities that encourage daily learning, social interaction and connection, and an enhanced quality of life.  

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

Social Media Intern

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

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

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

Title of Position:Youth NAZA After-School Program Intern  

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

Commitment: 

Minimum:  15 hours/week 

Maximum: 25 hours/week  

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

Duties:   

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

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

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

Encourage skill development Support the NAZA after-school program  

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

Perform research around SIFE specific instructional strategies  

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

classroom goals  

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

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

Requirements:  

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs  

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment  

Demonstrated effective communication skills  

Attention to detail and time management skills  

Preferences:  

• Experience working with diverse populations  

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

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

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

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

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

Adult Education - ESL Intern

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

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

 
Title of Position: Adult Education - ESL Intern

Internship Period: Flexible 

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

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

Commitment: 

Minimum: 10 hours per week

Maximum: 24 hours per week

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

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

ESL instruction 

lesson planning 

new student registration 

student evaluation 

teacher training 

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

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

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

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

Title of Position:  Refugee Benefits Intern 

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

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

Commitment: 

Minimum: 10 hours/week 

Maximum: 15 hours/week 

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

Duties: 

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

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

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

Support processes to enroll families in the refugee benefits program 

Support client communications through phone calls and texts 

Organize important documents related to benefits 

Support clients with relevant benefit applications 

Transport clients, where needed 

Share information about benefits at community events 

Assist with program evaluation, through administering surveys 

Additional responsibilities as assigned 

Requirements: 

Strong written and verbal English proficiency 

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs 

Reliable transportation 

Effective communication skills 

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

Preferences: 

Experience working with diverse populations 

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

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

Interest in the field of social services or social work 

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

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

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

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

Join the Red Cross volunteer team to help communities during disasters such as: Home Fires, Tornadoes and or Floods.

Every day, people are forced from their home due to fires, storms or other disasters. You will work as part of an assigned team to provide immediate support and assistance to individuals and families who have been impacted by a home fire or other local disaster.

Training is free, but the hope you bring is priceless.

Please note all volunteers must pass a background check for theft and violence.

Blood Donor Ambassador Volunteers Needed.

The American Red Cross is looking for friendly, customer focused individuals to volunteer at blood drives. The primary role of a Blood Donor Ambassador volunteer is to engage with donors by greeting, registering, answering questions, providing information, and supporting them through the recovery process at the refreshment table.

Volunteers must volunteer at one blood drive per month. Blood drive can be anywhere from 4 to 6 hours. Length of volunteer service is 3 months. 

Please email us to learn more at GiveTime@redcross.org

Blood Donor Ambassador Video-https://youtu.be/gC4Me4dL-IY

Join us!

Hurricane season is heating up - and so is the chance to make a real impact!

Disasters are happening more often and hitting harder, which means the need for trained volunteers is more important than ever. If you've ever thought about stepping up and supporting Red Cross shelters, whether here in Tennessee or across the country, now’s the perfect time to get ready.

Volunteer now to be a shelter hero!

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

Thank you for considering this opportunity to serve those in need.

Hurricane season is heating up - and so is the chance to make a real impact!

Disasters are happening more often and hitting harder, which means the need for trained volunteers is more important than ever. If you've ever thought about stepping up and supporting Red Cross shelters, whether here in Tennessee or across the country, now’s the perfect time to get ready.

Volunteer now to be a shelter hero!

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

Thank you for considering this opportunity to serve those in need.

Hurricane season is heating up - and so is the chance to make a real impact!

Disasters are happening more often and hitting harder, which means the need for trained volunteers is more important than ever. If you've ever thought about stepping up and supporting Red Cross shelters, whether here in Tennessee or across the country, now’s the perfect time to get ready.

Volunteer now to be a shelter hero!

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

Thank you for considering this opportunity to serve those in need.

Hurricane season is heating up - and so is the chance to make a real impact!

Disasters are happening more often and hitting harder, which means the need for trained volunteers is more important than ever. If you've ever thought about stepping up and supporting Red Cross shelters, whether here in Tennessee or across the country, now’s the perfect time to get ready.

Volunteer now to be a shelter hero!

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

Thank you for considering this opportunity to serve those in need.

Blood Donor Ambassador Volunteers Needed.

The American Red Cross is looking for friendly, customer focused individuals to volunteer at blood drives. The primary role of a Blood Donor Ambassador volunteer is to engage with donors by greeting, registering, answering questions, providing information, and supporting them through the recovery process at the refreshment table.

Volunteers must volunteer at one blood drive per month. Blood drive can be anywhere from 4 to 6 hours. Length of volunteer service is 3 months. 

Please email us to learn more at GiveTime@redcross.org

Blood Donor Ambassador Video-https://youtu.be/gC4Me4dL-IY

Join us!

Hurricane season is heating up - and so is the chance to make a real impact!

Disasters are happening more often and hitting harder, which means the need for trained volunteers is more important than ever. If you've ever thought about stepping up and supporting Red Cross shelters, whether here in Tennessee or across the country, now’s the perfect time to get ready.

Volunteer now to be a shelter hero!

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

Thank you for considering this opportunity to serve those in need.

 The Team Member serves on a Belmont Table team. They offer practical support for the foster family by regularly providing services to the family at least once every four weeks as well as communicating with the Table Team Leader. Commitment Term Length: one to two school years (up to four semesters excluding summers).

All support services will be provided on Belmont's campus. Leveraging our shared location to streamline support and ensure longevity of volunteer Table Teams. At this time, support services will be limited to the following:

Aveanna hospice is looking for volunteers to provide companionship for our patients! This can look like playing music, making crafts, watching television, or simply providing a friendly presence to a patient in need.

We have several opportunities to volunteer in patient's homes or at nursing facilities around Davidson and Williamson county. 

Volunteer opportunities are flexible around your schedule and availability! 

Volunteering at ThriftSmart is a hands-on way to make a real impact in our community. Since we are open seven days a week, our great volunteer opportunities can fit most schedules. We welcome both individual volunteers and groups of up to 15 people.

Without volunteers we couldn’t do all the things we’ve been doing in our community. We could not keep expanding in ways we dream of to become even more involved with the residents of Nashville and the surrounding areas without volunteer help.  We get to meet and help new people every day who visit our store.

If you are interested in volunteering, use the GET STARTED HERE button below to see shift availabilities and sign-up (in addition to responding to this Need on Get Connected).

or contact us

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

As a Hospice Spiritual Companionship 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 companionship to patients in their home, assisted living, or skilled nursing facility while adhering to current health and safety guidelines. Volunteer time is flexible to work with your schedule.

Volunteer activities with patients include: Listening to a patient's stories, reading aloud to them from the spiritual text of their choice, listening to spiritual music, prayer, supporting a patient in their faith practices.

Volunteers are assigned to a patient with a similar faith/spiritual background to visit.

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!

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

Requirements: all requirements paid for or provided by accentCare

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

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

As a Hospice Patient Companionship 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 companionship to patients in their home, assisted living, or skilled nursing facility while adhering to current health and safety guidelines. Volunteer time is flexible to work with your schedule. Must have transportation, we place you with a patient near your home.

Volunteer activities with patients include: Listening to a patient's stories, reading aloud, watching TV, providing caregiver relief in the home, listening to music, doing crafts, 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!

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

Requirements: all requirements paid for or provided by accentCare

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Orientation and one-on-one training required.