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

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

The following shifts are available:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Why Volunteer:

Volunteer Roles:

Requirements:

How To Sign Up:

Questions? Email chelsea@mhmarketing.org

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Available Shifts include:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Orientation and one-on-one training required. 

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

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

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

Orientation and one-on-one training required. 

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

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

Mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters

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

What You’ll Do:

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

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

Encourage your Little’s confidence and curiosity

Why It Works:

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

Flexible scheduling that works with your class load

Training and ongoing support from BBBS staff

Commitment:

2–3 visits per month for one school year

It takes Little to be Big!

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

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

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

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

When: Ongoing, starting Aug. 4th

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

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

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

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

About the event

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

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

What will volunteers do?

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

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

What will volunteers need to bring or wear?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

About Musicians Corner:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

About Musicians Corner:

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

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

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

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

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

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

All training and material will be provided.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Thank you so much for considering this opportunity! 

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

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

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

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

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

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

 
Thank you so much for considering this opportunity! 

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

As a reading volunteer, you agree to: 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Earn Volunteer/Internship Hours – Exclusive for Fisk University Students. 

Are you looking for hands-on experience in sports and event management? The Nashville Aviators, a rising force in semi-professional basketball, are looking for a dedicated Disc Jockey to join our game-day operations staff!

Roles & Responsibilities: Provide music during pregame, halftime, timeouts, and post-game.   

For: Students passionate about music production, audio engineering, or entertainment media.

Earn Volunteer/Internship Hours – Exclusive for Fisk University Students. 

Are you looking for hands-on experience in sports and event management? The Nashville Aviators, a rising force in semi-professional basketball, are looking for dedicated Personal Assistants to join our game-day operations staff!

Personal Assistants (Game Day Operations) Roles & Responsibilities:

Ideal For: Students interested in sports management, event coordination, business, or public relations.

Assist with parking and registration for the event

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

Volunteer Needs & Responsibilities:

Daily Schedule below:

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

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

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

Schedule:

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

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

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

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

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

we are actively seeking dedicated tutoring volunteers who can:

Provide homework help in reading, writing, and math

Reinforce daily academic lessons in a supportive, culturally affirming environment

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

REMINDER:

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

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

September 16th (6th-8th grade)

November 18th (4th-5th grade)

January 27th (2nd-3rd grade)

March 17th (Kindergarten-1st grade)

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

Guest speakers are needed on the following topics:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

 
Thank you so much for considering this opportunity! 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Are you passionate about making a difference in the fight against Alzheimer's? Join our DIY fundraising program committee and help lead the way in raising awareness and funds for the Alzheimer's Association through creative, community-driven events. As a committee member, you’ll have the opportunity to bring your unique talents and passions to the table- whether it’s community outreach, recruiting new participants, coaching fundraisers, or helping plan unforgettable events. We also welcome fresh ideas and new perspectives-if you have a creative way to engage a new community or elevate the impact of the program, we want to hear it! No matter your background, there’s a meaningful way for you to contribute and help us shine a light on Alzheimer’s. This volunteer opportunity stretches across the entire state of Tennessee, with both virtual and in-person ways to get involved-so no matter where you are, you can make a difference.

A.Z. Kelley Elementary is looking for female and male volunteers to serve as Lunch Buddies for 3rd-5th grade students. Lunch Buddies is designed to help reach students who would benefit from having an additional positive role model. The Lunch Buddy Program helps create healthy attitudes and behavior in youth, as well as provide skills, resources, and positive experiences that will aid them in becoming successful, productive citizens. We ask that volunteers commit to weekly or bi-weekly lunch visits with students. All volunteers are required to complete a Background Check through PENCIL before pairing with a student. If interested, notify us of the lunch time that you'd prefer to volunteer for this. The Lunch Buddies Program will run from September 2025 to March 2026.

Lunch Times:

4th Grade - 11:25-11:55

5th Grade - 11:45-12:15

3rd Grade - 12:00-12:30

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

During the weekdays, we offer community and enrichment classes for adults impacted by disability. Volunteer opportunities look like supporting students in small groups during day classes. This is along with a classroom teacher and a vetted Embrace volunteer. While attending the classes with the friends to help them engage with the lesson, you may get to join in on an inclusive dance lesson, music therapy class, help make a frozen meal for our service project, join Brentwood Library in a craft, fitness with a personal instructor, or pray with us during our Bible Class. There is always something different happening and some friends just need a little prompt to get up and have some fun.

On Wednesday nights, 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 Wednesday night programming from 6:00pm - 7:30pm.

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.

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. 

Join one of PTM's after-school programs to come help K-8th grade students with their homework! 

Program times are M-F between 3:15 and 5:15. You'll have the chance to work with students 1:1 or in a small-group setting! 

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

Adult Education - ESL Intern

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

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

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.

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

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

 Title of Position: Health Intern 

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

Commitment: 

Minimum: 15 hours per week

Maximum: 30 hours per week

Specific schedule to be negotiated with supervisor  

Duties:  

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

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

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

Create exit interviews with mental health related information 

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

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

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

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

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

Receive thorough feedback from program managers  

Other duties as assigned 

Requirements: 

Excellent written and oral English proficiency 

Advanced computer and typing skills 

Reliable transportation 

Commitment to adhering to agreed-upon schedule 

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

Location:  417 Welshwood Dr., Nashville, TN 37211 

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

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

Title of Position:  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. 

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!

July 12th, 2025 | 10:00-12:00

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Team up with us to take care of trees that we planted in Sylvan Park and along Murphy Road! We'll begin with a little introduction, a maintenance demonstration, safety guidelines, and head out to take care of our trees along Murphy Road!

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

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

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

Are you passionate about history, community legacy, and preserving institutional memory? The Z. Alexander Looby Branch Library is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented intern to serve as a Branch History Research Assistant for Fall 2025. This position plays a key role in preparing for the 50th Anniversary Celebration of the Looby Community Center and Library in 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

Preferred Qualifications:

Targeted Fields of Study:

Internship Benefits:

Additional Notes:
This project centers on the life and legacy of Dr. Z. Alexander Looby, his contemporaries, and the development of the community space that bears his name. The final product will be a lasting historical record supporting the upcoming anniversary celebration and beyond.

The Collections and Technology division of Nashville Public Library is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic TV Production Intern to join our NECAT (Nashville Education, Community, and Arts Television)team. The intern must be a current college student. This unpaid internship provides a unique opportunity to work alongside internal and external producers in a professional studio environment, gaining hands-on experience with production equipment and processes.

 Key Responsibilities:

- Assist internal and external producers during studio productions, contributing to various aspects of the production process.

- Operate and learn to use various television production equipment under the guidance of experienced studio staff.

- Gain familiarity with broadcast automation tools, such as Cablecast, and support their integration into production workflows.

- Maintain and organize studio and customer data using the ZOHO CRM platform, ensuring accurate and efficient record-keeping.

- Participate in production meetings and collaborate with team members to enhance creative concepts and execution.

- Help with general studio operations, including equipment setup, teardown, and maintenance.

 Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience or coursework in videography, video editing, animation, photography, or audio production.

- Familiarity with production equipment and software is advantageous, but a willingness to learn is essential.

- Basic knowledge of broadcast automation tools or similar systems.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with ZOHO CRM is a plus.

- Strong communication and teamwork skills, with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

 What You Will Gain:

- Hands-on experience in a professional television production setting.

- Insight into broadcast automation and production processes.

- Mentorship from experienced professionals in the industry.

- Networking opportunities within the television production community.

Join us for a time to help set up and distribute free fresh produce and supplemental grocery items to residents of Trevecca Tower 1/East! Arrange produce boxes, canned goods, and food items on tables, interact with residents, serve snacks and beverages, and an opportunity for residents to earn prizes. 

If you'd like to share a talent- like poetry or music, show off a card trick or something else you have in mind; please share that in your opportunity response. 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Learn about the benefits of a plant-based diet for environmental and social justice. Then, share this information with your peers by creating a presentation tailored to your audience and sharing it with them. You can present a series of presentations to one audience or the same presentation to multiple groups, depending on whether you would rather dig into the research on one topic or improve your confidence with public speaking. 

 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. 

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

Learn about the benefits of a plant-based diet for environmental and social justice. Then, share this information with your peers by creating examples of balanced meals that are affordable, accessible, and able to be prepared in a dorm environment. Research and communicate the resources and emissions saved from making the recipe plant-based rather than animal-product-inclusive. 

Stages:

Investigation

Survey selected audience (i.e., dorm neighbors, sports team, those who share an academic focus) to understand their considerations when choosing their food.

Preparation and Planning

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

Reflect on survey results to determine the standards that each recipe must meet, including cost, ease of buying ingredients, and cooking method.

Brainstorm at least ten different plant-based recipes that are affordable, accessible, and practical for the audience to cook. Each recipe should be for a balanced, nutritious meal that includes fruits and vegetables, complex carbohydrates, and protein. 

Calculate the environmental savings of each recipe compared to a similar recipe that includes animal products.

Action/Demonstration

Prepare and distribute recipes (i.e., live cooking demonstration, printed handouts, video, etc.) and communicate environmental benefits.

Deliverables:

Survey that was distributed to the audience asking about preferences, restraints, etc. 

10 plant-based recipes that fit the needs of the audience

Documentation of the presentation of the recipes (i.e., video recording, handouts, etc.)

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

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

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

We are looking to have this round of letters completed and received by their recipients by 09/30/2025. Please allow a couple of days for mailing and distribution. 

If you are interested in sending letters and/or art to seniors in the community, please click on sign up and include in your response (in the notes) how many letters you would like to write. I will contact you with specific instructions for the letters and the address to send them to.  

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

Volunteers will be required to have their own materials for the letters and any additional artwork you'd like to add, as well as stamps to mail the letters on hand (or you must be able to take them to the post office). I will try my best to provide you with one address for your letters so you can mail them together in a large envelope. 

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

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

Thank you so much for considering this opportunity! 

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

NEW AMBASSADORSHIP PROGRAM COMING SOON IN 2025 - 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

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 basis. We have shifts available from 8:30am-11:30am Monday-Friday (no weekends!).

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!

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact this Fall?

Join the vibrant Conexión Américas community and become a Volunteer English Teacher for the Fall term of 2025!

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

*No teaching certification is required to embark on this rewarding journey; however, we do recommend some teaching experience.

*Volunteers must be 18 or older.

*You'll have the opportunity to lead 1.5-hour lessons one evening per week for a 12-week term, with a curriculum and syllabus provided.

*Our fall term classes will meet online via Zoom

Mark your calendars; classes begin on August 19th, 2025, and will wrap up on November 20th, 2025.

Classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. Your commitment is only once a week.

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

Join us in making a difference, one lesson at a time.

We look forward to having you on board!

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

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

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

Requirements:

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

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

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

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

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

Volunteer as a blood donor ambassador to help our blood donors have a pleasant experience. Locations include Gallatin, Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, 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://volunteerconnection.redcross.org

Key Responsibilities:

Locations:
Blood drives take place in Franklin, Lebanon, Murfreesboro, and Gallatin.

Time Commitment:

Questions?
Contact us at GiveTime@redcross.org

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

The Neighborstand is an opportunity for residents of the Trevecca Towers to receive free, fresh produce. We invite you to talk to residents, welcome them, help set up and distribute produce, and/or share a talent of yours such as music, comedy, or something else, before the residents receive groceries! You may also help write down names for the raffle or serve refreshments!

This is an opportunity for international students and residents of the Trevecca Towers to receive free grocery items! We will operate out of the Trevecca Towers 1 Parking Lot (close to the athletic fields), on the side facing the Hardy Alumni Building. We will unload items from a large Second Harvest truck, and setup tables for people to pick what they'd like to take home.

We need volunteers to help us restock the grocery tables, break down boxes, socialize, tally numbers, and help where needed. If you can't stay the full two hours, please communicate that when you signup to serve.

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.

An international collaborative event. 

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

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

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

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

Hours for the service events and development events for band participants including Music Fest. 

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

Centennial Park Needs You!

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

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

Join us and you will:

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

Our Mission:

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

Learn more about the Conservancy HERE!

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

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

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

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

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

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

Thanks for your interest! 

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

Join us for our monthly Parents' Night Out events! This event gives parents of children with special needs a much-needed break while we provide care and fun activities for their kids.

As a volunteer, you will be paired one-on-one with a child to ensure they have an enjoyable evening filled with engaging activities and support. Whether you’ve volunteered before or it’s your first time, your involvement will have a meaningful impact. We will provide training from 4-5pm, and dinner will be served before the event starts! 

Sign up today to help us give these hardworking parents a well-deserved night off. Your support makes all the difference!

Upcoming Events: Saturday, March 22nd 4-8pm (volunteer training 4-5pm)

Saturday, April 26th 4-8pm (volunteer training 4-5pm)

Saturday, May 24th 4-8pm (volunteer training 4-5pm)

Sign up at my99b.com using "Celebration Lutheran Church" as location

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

Help sorting and organizing food at our food bank.