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MBB volunteers at pee wee football games. 

Ball shaggers, rollers, set up, breakdown

Semi-Pro Men's Basketball Game

Come join us as we get into the spirit of Halloween! We will have a table at the Halloween Trick-or-Treat Event with Shelby Park Community Center where we will be offering a fun and spooky craft to do with the kids as they swing by. We are looking for volunteers to help engage and create with the kids as they stop by the LAHF table. No art experience necessary. Costumes encouraged though please keep in mind this is a family friendly event. 

Cumberland Elementary School will be hosting our annual Fall Festival, on October 30th, 2025 from 5pm-7pm. We are seeking 15–20 volunteers to help make the event a success! 

Volunteers will assist with

Your support will help create a warm, fun, and engaging experience for our students and families. For questions, contact Nicole Glaze at nicole.glaze@mnps.org

Join our Nature Trail Crew!

The Land Trust for Tennessee’s Nature Trail is one of many characteristics at our 64-acre Glen Leven Farm just south of downtown Nashville. From the forested canopy to open pasture to wetland creek bed and more, this 1.4-mile hiking trail is an opportunity for visitors to survey the types of landscapes The Land Trust for Tennessee works to conserve across the state.

Nature Trail Crew volunteers help maintain this educational and immersive trek on a bi-weekly basis. Our primary objectives for this group are trail maintenance and selective invasive species control.

Volunteers:

 
More about us:
The Land Trust for Tennessee's mission is to conserve the unique character of Tennessee's natural and historic landscapes and sites for future generations. Founded in 1999 by conservation-minded citizens, The Land Trust for Tennessee works with communities, landowners, families, governments, and partner organizations and businesses to identify and save important natural and historic places.

We protect land through conservation agreements, donations of land, partnerships and stewardship. We work with landowners to establish best management practices for water quality, forest health and wildlife habitat. Through community conservation, our working farms and forests, scenic and historic landscapes, river corridors and special places can be protected for future generations.

The Down Syndrome Association of Middle TN (DSAMT) organizes The Extra Mile® to celebrate and support individuals with Down syndrome and their families and to promote understanding and acceptance of those with Down syndrome. Approximately 4,000 participants from Middle Tennessee are expected at this year’s walk, making it the largest Down syndrome awareness event in the state and our primary source of funding for our programs. The Extra Mile® will take place on Saturday, November 8, 2025 on the property of the Wilson County Ag Center 175 Peyton Road, Lebanon, TN 37087.

Volunteer needs at The Extra Mile® include:
Set Up/ Take Down
Cheering on those with Down syndrome
Passing out information and prizes
Photographers
Registration/T-shirt Booth
Food Vendors
Trash Monitoring
Directing traffic/parking
AND much more!!

Our biggest need for volunteers is at 6:30 a.m. but the time frames available are 6:30am to 10:30am, 9:00am to 1:00pm, and 11:30am to 3:30pm

This is a fun way to celebrate student success and keep them motivated! Students who earn enough credits during the week can shop at the Student Store during lunch. We need an extra hand to pass out the items they purchase, organize materials, and greet our students.

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

RULES TO RECEIVE HOURS:

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

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

Join us to explore Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs) and their impact
on lifelong physical and mental health with the Metro Nashville Public Health Department. We will move the conversation beyond adversity and trauma and encourage participants to consider their role in building strong, resilient communities. With hopeful messaging and a strengths-based lens, this training covers topics including Adverse Childhood Experiences and Environments (ACEs),
Trauma-Informed Care, Positive Childhood Experiences, and Community
Resilience.  This is a training and requires journaling.

Requirements to receive SL Hours:

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82889733881?pwd=Y7TbMOdNaANQmUFpaZQ89nzDLrSwNp.1

Meeting ID: 828 8973 3881
Passcode: fall

This kickoff event will introduce members to the current Girls Who Code Executive Board while fostering interaction, collaboration, and community-building. Participants will engage in the CSS Flexbox Froggy Challenge, an interactive coding activity that strengthens foundational web development skills in a fun, beginner-friendly format. Students will practice problem-solving, apply CSS concepts, and support one another in completing challenges.

Join Girls WHo Code in a virtual panel discussion. Hear from experienced cybersecurity professionals as they share career journeys, explore industry trends, and offer practical advice on staying cyber safe.

On October 17th from 3-4pm the pre-nursing students will have the chance to visit Galen Nursing College. Students will be able to see what their future nursing school could be and speak to nursing students. They will also get the chance to ask any of the staff at Galen any questions they may have.

Join the Pre-Nursing Club on October 16th from 4-5 pm in Park Johnson 122. Dr. Chadwell and a representative from Galen will be speaking to the students about the nursing route. This will be a time for students to network with the representative and also ask any questions they may have regarding Galen. More insight into the Galen scholar program will be given out as well.

On November 1st, Pawster will support Safe Haven Family Shelter's annual event, "Hike for Safe Haven". This event is a chance to spread awareness about Pawster's mission and build community. This is a great way to do good while enjoy some festivities!  We need your help to staff the table and manage the dog area activities.

Volunteers will sign up for the following shift: Nov. 2nd, 9am - 12pm

A great volunteer will: 

1. Shower love on all our friends at the Hike for Safe Haven

2. Enjoy the fun of the morning

3. Be comfortable around dogs

4. Talk to people who come to the Pawster table and tell them about Pawster's mission

5. Smile!

We'll provide everything you need and make sure you are fully prepared to talk about Pawster's mission: Pawster's mission is support people in crisis by providing compassionate, temporary care for their pets. A crisis might be hospitalization, loss of housing, domestic violence, addiction treatment, natural disaster, or any other situation that leaves a pet owner temporarily unable to care for their pet. When a pet owner is in crisis, Pawster houses their dog or cat in a loving foster home until the owner is ready to be reunited.

On October 18th, Pawster will have a booth at the Light the Nations Festival to spread awareness about Crisis Foster Care for dogs and cats. We need your help to staff our table!

If you enjoy spending time outdoors and meeting new people, then you would be a great ambassador for Pawster. No experience required; we will provide you with everything you need!

Pawster's mission is to support people in crisis by providing compassionate, temporary care for their pets. A crisis might be hospitalization, loss of housing, domestic violence, addiction treatment, natural disaster, or any other situation that leaves a pet owner temporarily unable to care for their pet. When a pet owner is in crisis, Pawster houses their dog or cat in a loving foster home until the owner is ready to be reunited.

*Note: You are not confirmed until you respond to the follow-up email from Pawster. Please look for this email with details about parking and location!

On October 18th, Pawster will have a booth at the Dog Day Festival at Centennial Park to spread awareness about Crisis Foster Care for dogs and cats. We need your help to staff our table!

If you enjoy spending time outdoors and meeting new people, then you would be a great ambassador for Pawster. No experience required; we will provide you with everything you need!

Pawster's mission is to support people in crisis by providing compassionate, temporary care for their pets. A crisis might be hospitalization, loss of housing, domestic violence, addiction treatment, natural disaster, or any other situation that leaves a pet owner temporarily unable to care for their pet. When a pet owner is in crisis, Pawster houses their dog or cat in a loving foster home until the owner is ready to be reunited.

*Note: You are not confirmed until you respond to the follow-up email from Pawster. Please look for this email with details about parking and location!

On September 30th, and October 28th, Pawster will have a table at the 12 South Farmer's Market to spread awareness about Crisis Foster Care for dogs and cats. The event is from 4pm - 7pm each day. We need your help to staff our table!

If you enjoy spending time outdoors and meeting new people, then you would be a great ambassador for Pawster. No experience required; we will provide you with everything you need!

Pawster's mission is to support people in crisis by providing compassionate, temporary care for their pets. A crisis might be hospitalization, loss of housing, domestic violence, addiction treatment, natural disaster, or any other situation that leaves a pet owner temporarily unable to care for their pet. When a pet owner is in crisis, Pawster houses their dog or cat in a loving foster home until the owner is ready to be reunited.

*Note: You are not confirmed until you respond to the follow-up email from Pawster. Please look for this email with details about parking and location!

WBB volunteer opportunity. Feeding the homeless.

WBB volunteer opportunity 

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

Volunteers will:

Event Details:

Help us celebrate and reward positive behavior in our students!

WBB team volunteering at the WBB Golf Fundraiser

Be the Difference. Be a Buddy!

Alex Green Elementary is seeking volunteers to serve as Lunch Buddies throughout the school year. Volunteers can visit weekly, or as often as their schedule allows, to share a meal and meaningful time with a student.

Bring your own lunch, an approved snack or treat, a favorite book, or a fun activity to enjoy together. Lunch Buddies meet on Wednesdays from 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Volunteers must complete the PENCIL Background Check before serving as a Lunch Buddy: Background Checks - PENCIL

For questions, contact Railin Lamb at Railin.Lamb@mnps.org.

On October 4th from 11am-4pm, the Student Government Associations of Fisk University and Tennessee State University are coming together to host a community service event in the Nashville area, specifically on Jefferson Street. Students from both campuses will be participating in a clean-up of Jefferson Street in the first half, going to different non-profit organization sites for community service, and lastly, passing out toiletries to the homeless population. This event is dedicated to giving back to the community that has welcomed both campuses as well as an event of communion between both student bodies.

Meeting Site- Citizens Bank

In our After School Tutoring Program, we are dedicated to providing enrichment opportunities that strengthen areas of need while equipping students with the essential tools for lasting success. These tools include organization, time management, study skills, test preparation, reading and writing development, and more—empowering each participant to build confidence and achieve their full potential.

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 community service projects

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

Join us for our 4th annual Family and Friends Thanksgiving Feast Showcase
Objective: Celebrate gratitude and community with performances and shared meals involving families.

Volunteer Needs

Check out last years: https://youtu.be/-OxTbEotGZA?si=A1EHGYf9z4HtN1CJ

Earn and Shop with the Bruins happening on December 4th this yearThis is taking place in 3 different locations: Nashville, Memphis, and Evansville! Be sure to inquire about your locationCheck out last year's event: https://youtu.be/Y8OB_7s4t-4?si=tvRHRJnWkyEocJuOVolunteer Needs: Come and be an additional shopping buddy for this event! We will also need help with supervising meals at a TBD location

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.

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

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

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

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

Join us at one of our 4 mentoring programs to become a 1:1 mentor for an elementary, middle, or high school student! Meet with them once a week at their school to eat lunch together or at their afterschool site to play games and/or do a bible study, and build a positive relationship. Days and times are flexible, depending on the mentoring program selected!  

Help celebrate El Día de Los Muertos, the Day of the Dead, one of the most important celebrations in Mexico and Latin America by volunteering! The festival is known for colorful decorations, energetic music, dance, vibrant art activities, and authentic cuisine. Volunteers can support our event by helping with art activities, featured traditional displays, the pumpkin village and as greeter/way finders.

Volunteer registration on our online volunteer agreement in advance is required in order to participate: https://cheekwood.org/support/volunteer/el-dia-de-los-muertos-volunteer-registration/

Join VSVS (Vanderbilt Student Volunteers for Science) as they help Inglewood Elementary School create a memorable STEM experience for their students. VSVS will be providing a number of their engaging STEM activities for VSVS and community volunteers to guide students through during this STEM Night.  

Volunteers do not need experience with teaching or a strong science background to participate as VSVS will provide detailed instructions for all activities. For additional information about our program visit https://studentorg.vanderbilt.edu/vsvs.  

For questions directly related to this event reach out to our advisor at paige.ellenberger@vanderbilt.edu.

We hope to see you there!  

Join VSVS (Vanderbilt Student Volunteers for Science) as they help Dodson Elementary School create a memorable STEM experience for their students. VSVS will be providing a number of their engaging STEM activities for VSVS and community volunteers to guide students through during this STEM Night.  

Volunteers do not need experience with teaching or a strong science background to participate as VSVS will provide detailed instructions for all activities. For additional information about our program visit https://studentorg.vanderbilt.edu/vsvs.  

For questions directly related to this event reach out to our advisor at paige.ellenberger@vanderbilt.edu.

We hope to see you there!  

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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!

Check it out at: 

https://www.seniorridenashville.org/volunteer

It is Senior Ride Nashville’s mission to enrich the lives of older adults and engage them in the community by providing affordable and assisted transportation.

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!

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! 

Volunteers needed to be hole-in-one witnesses, help with set-up and other various tasks at our Golf Ball event. Please use the link below to sign-up for volunteering.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084FAEAB28A3FFC43-50945034-golf#/

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 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.

You will help facilitate the distribution of free grocery donations at Dream Streets North. 

Please meet on the housing side. When you see the food truck, introduce yourself to the driver and help unload, set up and distrubute groceries to community members. 

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.

You will help facilitate the distribution of free grocery donations in North Nashville at Cheatham Place Apartments.

Please arrive at 2:15 pm to Cheatham Place Apartments, 1536 Delta Ave. 37208 beside building 59, and park on the street. Wait for the Dream Streets mobile food truck to arrive and introduce yourself to the driver. You will help unload, set up, distribute and 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

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For Athletes Only. Visit with students, sign autographs.  3500 John Mallette Dr, Nashville, TN 37218-2664

Volunteers are to welcome clients, pass out food to clients, enter client information into computer database, and work well with community volunteers who run the food pantry.

At Robert Churchwell Museum Magnet Elementary, each month we host our Family Friday luncheon where we invite our student's families to come and have lunch with their students.

We are seeking volunteers to come and sign families in, escort them to the cafeteria and hand out our monthly appreciation gift to families for attending.

Secure your spot by using this link to sign up (in addition to Responding on Get Connected).

We will be hosting four House Rallies this year. Themes for each Rally are below:

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

Robert Churchwell Museum Magnet Elementary is excited to host our Annual Fall Festival & Museum Night on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. This special evening brings together our students, families, and community for a night of learning, celebration, and fall fun!

We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make the event a success. Opportunities include:

Evening Schedule:

Your support will ensure our families enjoy a welcoming, engaging, and festive night together! For questions, please contact Tiffany Rhodes at Tiffany.Rhodes@mnps.org

Each month, Robert Churchwell Museum Magnet Elementary hosts our Family Friday Luncheon — a special time for families to join their students for lunch and build community together.

Our next luncheon will be held on Friday, October 24, 2025, from 10:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m., and we are seeking volunteers to help us create a smooth and welcoming experience for our guests. Volunteers will:

Your support ensures our families feel celebrated and appreciated each time they walk through our doors! For questions, please contact Tiffany Rhodes at Tiffany.Rhodes@mnps.org

We’re excited to invite you to volunteer at our upcoming Maplewood Cluster Fall Festival!

This event is a wonderful opportunity to support our students, families, and the community—and we’d love to have your help.  

The festival will take place on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 5:00–7:00 PM at Maplewood High School.

It will be an evening filled with fun activities, games, food, and opportunities for families and schools to connect in a meaningful way.  

Your presence and support can make a real impact, and whether you’re able to join us for the full event or just a portion, we truly appreciate your time and involvement.  

Date: Thursday, October 30, 2025

Time: 5:00–7:00 PM (Volunteers should arrive by 4:00 PM)

Location: Maplewood High School 401 Walton Lane Nashville, TN 37216  

Volunteer Roles Needed:

If you have an organization shirt, please plan to wear it during the event.  

To sign up, please use the link below: Volunteer Sign-Up Form Here

Weekly Reading Partners (Grades K–2)

We are seeking 20–30 volunteers to provide 20-minute reading support sessions during our Hive Thrive times.

Register here and get connected with school Community Coordinator, Rikitta Dews.

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

This session will be hosted on the following dates (2 sessions) from 9:00-10:00am and 10:00-11:00am for grades 6-8. 

Workshop Wednesday Dates:

September 17

October 22

November 19

January 21

February 18

March 18

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

Guest speakers are needed on the following topics:

Please contact Phil Osborne at Phil.Osborne@mnps.org or jonathan.avery@mnps.org for questions

Our High School counselors and Front Office organize student packets every week. We need help from volunteers to sort and stuff these folders.

Occasionally, we may need support with other similar, light tasks.

This support is needed each week on Tuesday. We'll accept a one-time sign up or weekly commitment.

Dress: Please dress comfortable and appropriately for a school setting. Closed-toed shoes are suggested.

Parking: STEM Prep High School is located at 1252 Foster Ave. You can park in the front lot. You'll see a large blue mural.

Check In: Please check-in at the Front Office and have your picture ID ready.

Let us know if you can commit to coming in weekly on Tuesdays or for a one-time sign up. Your initial point of contact is Jeremy Quiñonez, jquinonez@stemprepacademy.org. 

As part of combining STEAM and AVID in my building, I'm setting up a Career Speaker Series for my students. My goal is to have Career Speakers in my classes bi-weekly, then have my students create a video/podcast episode that can be distributed to the rest of the student body. 

I'd love to get as many different careers represented as possible with as wide a range as possible...from common to uncommon. 

If you are interested, please complete the interest form.

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:

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:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Requirements:

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 a third party website called Golden Volunteer to organize our volunteer opportunities. In addition to responding to this Need in Get Connected, volunteers must go to the Golden Volunteer website to sign up for specific days and times, linked here.

Please do not just show up at The Store to volunteer without having first signed up for a shift on Golden Volunteer.

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

Volunteers are needed on the First Tuesdays of each Month from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.  to help count and log inventory. You will be paired with another volunteer to help count and log inventory throughout The Store. We will provide you with a clipboard and item list to log products on our shelves or in the storage room. After each group is finished, we will combine our lists to create one master list of the total store inventory.

We utilize Golden Volunteer to organize our volunteer opportunities. In addition to responding to this Need in Get Connected, volunteers must go to the Golden Volunteer website, linked here, to sign up for specific days and times.

Please do not just show up at The Store to volunteer without having first signed up for a shift on Golden Volunteer.

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. 

We utilize a third party website called Golden Volunteer to organize our volunteer opportunities. In addition to responding to this Need in Get Connected, volunteers must go to the Golden Volunteer website to sign up for specific days and times, linked here.

Please do not just show up at The Store to volunteer without having first signed up for a shift on Golden Volunteer.

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 a third party website called Golden Volunteer to organize our volunteer opportunities. In addition to responding to this Need in Get Connected, volunteers must go to the Golden 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 Golden Volunteer.

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

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

Do you find Medicare interesting?

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

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

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

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

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

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

Medicare Volunteer Certification Curriculum

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Project Description:

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

Project Purpose:

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

Key Duties:

Qualifications:

Location of volunteer job:

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

Commitment per month: 

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

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

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

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

What will volunteers be doing at this event?

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

What is the community impact of this event?

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

Accessibility:

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

What should volunteers bring or wear?

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

What’s next?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

How to get your first job or your first job experience

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

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

What’s required for different career paths

Financial Literacy

Conflict Resolution

Mental Health Awareness

Leadership Development & Motivational Speakers

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Important Note:

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

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

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

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

Thank you for volunteering with us!

-Gallery Staff

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

https://www.conservancyonline.com/volunteer

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

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

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

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.

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!

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. 

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!

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.

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.

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.