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Volunteers needed to help distribute groceries and greet clients.  This is a great opportunity for Spanish speakers and students interested in working with the immigrant and refugee community! We are in the Glencliif area of Nashville and will send you our exact location when the shift is confirmed. If you would like to sign up or have any questions please contact us at glencliff@nourishfoodbanks.org or (615) 972-5020

Resume tips and real-life examples to help students strengthen their resumes.

Teams will compete in CFA Jeopardy-style games focused on credit and budgeting.

The Nashville Dolphins are seeking compassionate volunteers who are comfortable getting in the water with swimmers who have special needs. Volunteers work under the direction of certified Lead Instructors, who provide ongoing guidance, training, and support. No prior experience is necessary—just a genuine desire to help provide life-saving swim skills to some truly special swimmers. This hands-on opportunity is especially valuable for individuals pursuing careers or certifications in special education, education, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medicine, social work, or other service-oriented fields. Volunteers gain meaningful experience while building confidence, skills, and connections.

Come ready to learn, make a difference, and have fun in the water while supporting swimmers of all abilities.

The Nashville Dolphins are seeking compassionate volunteers who are comfortable getting in the water with swimmers who have special needs. Volunteers work under the direction of certified Lead Instructors, who provide ongoing guidance, training, and support. No prior experience is necessary—just a genuine desire to help provide life-saving swim skills to some truly special swimmers. This hands-on opportunity is especially valuable for individuals pursuing careers or certifications in special education, education, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medicine, social work, or other service-oriented fields. Volunteers gain meaningful experience while building confidence, skills, and connection. Come ready to learn, make a difference, and have fun in the water while supporting swimmers of all abilities.

We are looking for volunteers who are interested in being a buddy for Night to Shine.  Night to Shine is a prom night experience for the special needs community, hosted in conjunction with the Tim Tebow Foundation.  As a buddy, you will be partnered with an honored guest for the evening as they enjoy their prom night.  The night includes a red carpet, a photo booth, dance floor, catered meal, sensory room, karaoke, and a limo ride.

Night to Shine will be hosted at Brentwood Concord Community Church on February 13, 2026 from 6-9 pm. We do need volunteers to arrive by 4:30 to ensure they attend a pre-event meeting and are in place before the honored guests arrive.

Dinner will be provided to volunteers.   Training and background check are required!

ONBOARDING EXPECTATIONS: It is standard procedure at Dream Streets to fill out a background check. You are required to complete this before starting any volunteer role. Because of the nature of our work and mobile accessibility in our communities of service, you may come in contact with a minor even if the position you are volunteering for is not student-oriented. We will send the link in an email after you complete this sign-up. 

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. 

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. 

The Nashville Dolphins are seeking compassionate volunteers who are comfortable getting in the water with swimmers who have special needs. Volunteers work under the direction of certified Lead Instructors, who provide ongoing guidance, training, and support. No prior experience is necessary—just a genuine desire to help provide life-saving swim skills to some truly special swimmers. This hands-on opportunity is especially valuable for individuals pursuing careers or certifications in special education, education, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medicine, social work, or other service-oriented fields. Volunteers gain meaningful experience while building confidence, skills, and connections. Come ready to learn, make a difference, and have fun in the water while supporting swimmers of all abilities.

After closely reviewing the weather forecast and potential safety concerns for the coming days, we’ve made the decision to postpone the Little Harpeth River Cleanup and move the event to our backup date:

Join us for one of the coolest events of the year - literally! The 2026 Polar Plunge | Music City is a fun and energetic fundraising event where participants take a chilly dip to support Special Olympics Tennessee athletes. We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make this event a success!

Volunteer roles include: 

No experience needed, just bring your energy and enthusiasm! 

What to Know Before You Arrive: 

Ready to help us make a splash?

Click the link to learn more about Special Olympics TN Polar Plunge 

Special Olympics Tennessee offers a vibrant, year-round lineup of competitions across 16 sports, serving more than 18,000 athletes statewide. None of this will be possible without the continued support of our community partners, donors, and fundraising champions.

We will be thrilled to be a featured charity for the 2026 Hot Chocolate Run Nashville, and we will need YOU to help make it an unforgettable day, full of miles, smiles, and a little chocolatey magic! 

TEAM SOTN Volunteers will:

Collect runner's bib tabs to help raise critical funds for our program

Represent Special Olympics Tennessee and share our mission with the community

Celebrate with runners at the post-race party area! 

No experience needed, just bring your energy and enthusiasm! 

What to Know Before You Arrive: 

Your energy will help fuel opportunities, confidence, and joy for our incredible Special Olympics Tennessee athletes! 

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.

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

Please arrive at Dream Streets West by 8:45 a.m. to help unload, weigh, and distribute food donated by our local grocery partners. After all community members are served we ask you help clean up.

(If possible please park on the street to leave the parking lot for community members and food truck.)

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

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

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

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

You will help facilitate the distribution of free grocery donations 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.

Ever wondered how 1,000,000 boxes of Girl Scout Cookies make it into the hands of Girl Scouts across Middle Tennessee? Come volunteer at Cookie Count 'N Go where you will help distribute cases of Girl Scout cookies to troops across Middle Tennessee.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Special Olympics Tennessee offers a vibrant, year-round lineup of competitions across 16 sports, serving more than 18,000 athletes statewide. None of this will be possible without the continued support of our community partners, donors, and fundraising champions.

We will be thrilled to be a featured charity for the 2026 Hot Chocolate Run Nashville, and we will need YOU to help make it an unforgettable day, full of miles, smiles, and a little chocolatey magic! 

TEAM SOTN Volunteers will:

Collect runner's bib tabs to help raise critical funds for our program

Represent Special Olympics Tennessee and share our mission with the community

Celebrate with runners at the post-race party area! 

No experience needed, just bring your energy and enthusiasm! 

What to Know Before You Arrive: 

Your energy will help fuel opportunities, confidence, and joy for our incredible Special Olympics Tennessee athletes! 

We provide respite care for parents and caregivers of individuals with disabilities (ages preschool through 5th grade). Currently, we offer this free service to families in our community, not only church members. During this time, participants enjoy crafts, games, songs, and play while parents and caregivers enjoy a morning to rest and reconnect. We would love to have you join us for our volunteer breakfast and quick training/prayer time before our friends and their siblings come for a fun morning of play. 

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

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

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

https://volunteerconnection.redcross.org or Here.

Key Responsibilities:

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

Time Commitment:

Questions?
Contact us at GiveTime@redcross.org

HIV Education Event, facilitated by Music City Prep, focused on increasing awareness, reducing stigma, and promoting accurate information about HIV prevention, testing, and treatment. The event provided participants with evidence-based education, encouraged informed health decision-making, and highlighted available community resources, reinforcing the importance of proactive sexual health and wellness.

FOOD WILL BE PROVIDED for the FIRST 40 people but YOU MUST REGISTER to eat.

COVID-19 and heart disease awareness event focused on educating the community about cardiovascular risk factors, the impact of COVID-19 on heart health, and strategies for prevention, early detection, and healthy lifestyle choices. The event emphasized the importance of public health education and informed decision-making to reduce long-term health risks.

Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 825 8956 1463
Passcode: heart

Camera MUST be on and you MUST be within the camera screen to receive hours.

You MUST signin to receive credit for the event

Help us sort and box rescued produce into boxes for our community members struggling with food insecurity. 

Training for scoring for gymnastics meet

Event scoring and set up help

Set Up for Women's Gymnastics 

Assist with parking and registration for the event

Assist with incoming freshman move in

Assist with Fundraiser

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. 

Clean up Strong Tower Bible Church community service project

All Skills Clinic for HBCUAC Service Project

What will I be doing?

What should I wear?

Instructions Upon Arrival:

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

Hands On Nashville | Food Pantry Volunteer #sharing

We invite you to participate in our very important Fisk University Community “Green Chemistry (Toxics Use Reduction) Workshop” from 10:30am-1:00pm, January 31, 2026,  in the Appleton Room of Jubilee Hall on Fisk campus.  It can also be accessed virtually by ZOOM.

The speakers for our workshop include:

Dr. Omar Villanueva, Chief Program Officer, Beyond Benign (Green Chemistry Education, https://www.beyondbenign.org/)

Dr. Kaci Kuntz, Assistant Professor, Fisk University(Green Chemistry Teaching and Learning Community)

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

Robert Wingfield

Autism Career Training is actively looking for peer models and volunteers. ACT is looking for volunteers for all days including Saturdays. 

Celebrate the Lunar New Year of the Horse in Centennial Park with the Chinese Arts Alliance of Nashville!

Please sign up HERE on Centennial Park's Point platform to officially claim your spot and get credit for your service! Much more information and instructions are available on the Centennial Park listing!

You may sign up for multiple shifts as long as you can complete the whole shift. (For partial shifts, sign up then check with the Volunteer Manager listed on the Point application). 

SHIFTS:

8:30 AM to 11 AM
10:30 AM to 1 PM
12:30 PM to 3 PM
2:30 PM to 4:00PM

Looking forward to seeing you there for one of the most fun, interactive events in the Park!

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.

Attended the MLK Convocation held on 1/15/26

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 am to 12:30 pm (virtual via Microsoft Teams)

Class 2: Thursday, February 12 from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm (in-person at GNRC's offices)

Class 3: Thursday, February 26 from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm (in-person at GNRC's offices)

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

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 Love themed letters and cards. You can incorporate the theme through art, by making your own themed cards and within the message of your letter. If you like, you can also include Valentines. 

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 02/28/2026. Delivery before Valentine's Day would be ideal, if it's possible for you. 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! 

The three main responsibilities of the CASA volunteer are

(1) To serve as a fact finder for the judge by researching the background of the case; 

(2) Speak for the child in the courtroom, representing the child’s wishes and best interests; and

(3) Continue to act as a monitor for the child during the life of the case, ensuring that it is brought to a swift and appropriate conclusion.

The first month of your experience you will spend approx. 10 hours a month working with clients. We ask that you see your child face-to-face at least once a month. Most visits are done in school and/or at the child's home. We do not transport children or take them to your home. Visits can be done by FaceTime, phone calls, text, and other social media platforms.

Please express interest and we will follow up with more details.

Wilson Rides is looking to expand our Volunteer Driver team!

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

Volunteer Driver

Delivery Volunteers

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

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

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

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MLK Joint Day of Service
Serve your community and earn service-learning hours by participating in the MLK Joint Day of Service on Saturday, January 24, 2026 (11:00 AM–4:00 PM) at Tennessee State University – Kean Hall. Service sites are first-come, first-served, and bus transportation will be provided from Fisk to TSU and the service locations.

Sign up here: https://anchorlink.vanderbilt.edu/submitter/form/start/703833

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This ongoing Professional Development series supports the mission of the John Hope & Aurelia E. Franklin Library by strengthening participants’ information literacy, historical research, and archival engagement skills. Through hands-on sessions in the library’s computer lab, participants will gain guided experience using library research tools, archival databases, and digital resources while contributing to research and exhibit-based public history initiatives connected to Fisk University’s institutional and Civil Rights legacy.

This PD opportunity runs throughout the Spring 2026 semester and emphasizes research confidence, source evaluation, archival interpretation, and collaborative learning.

Participants will:

Develop foundational and advanced information literacy skills using library databases and research platforms

Learn effective strategies for locating, evaluating, and organizing scholarly and historical sources

Gain guided exposure to archival research practices related to Fisk University history and Civil Rights–era materials

Explore introductory principles of visual storytelling and exhibit-based research presentation

Strengthen documentation and citation practices for academic and public-facing projects

Engage collaboratively in research discussions and applied learning activities

Location: Basement Computer Lab (near IT), John Hope & Aurelia E. Franklin Library

Meeting Times: Tuesdays & Thursdays at 3:00 PM

Frequency: Twice per month

Program Dates:

Begins Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Continues through Thursday, April 16, 2026 (last day of instruction)

Participants may attend individual sessions or complete the full series to earn Professional Development hours.

Information literacy and database navigation

Archival research awareness and source evaluation

Organizational and citation management skills

Introductory digital design and visual research presentation (training provided)

Collaborative research communication

This Professional Development series is facilitated by Dr. Jessica Hanson, Assistant to the Librarian for Access Services.

GNRC will have a booth at Seniors on the Move Day of Love and Black History hosted at Fisk University. We will share information about GNRC Aging and Disability Programing and our Medicare Counseling Program (SHIP).

Volunteers need to track how many people see the booth, greet passers-by, and give GNRC/SHIP information as appropriate. Volunteers will need to transport a folding table.

In partnership with the Humphreys County Chamber of Commerce, GNRC is hosting a digital literacy class for older adults in Waverly, TN.

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

All training and material will be provided.

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

The class schedule is flexible and will be set together with the volunteer trainer. Ideally, classes will be offered in the mornings at the Waverly Senior Center. Total class time is 15 hours of instruction. An example class schedule could be 1.5-hour class twice a week for 5 weeks.

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

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

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

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

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

The John Hope & Aurelia E. Franklin Library is seeking four (4) student volunteers to support Fisk Forever, a long-term digital preservation initiative dedicated to documenting, preserving, and expanding access to Fisk University’s institutional history.

The project focuses on the digitization of photographs, documents, publications, and other historical materials, transforming physical collections into sustainable digital resources. Through this work, Fisk Forever supports access, institutional memory, and responsible digital stewardship for students, researchers, and the broader community.

What Volunteers Will Gain

Volunteers will receive both theoretical and hands-on training in digital archiving and preservation, including:

This opportunity is ideal for students interested in archives, history, digital humanities, library science, public history, or cultural preservation, and for those seeking meaningful professional development experience.

How to Apply

To apply, please sign up for the volunteer opportunity. Once you have signed up, the Digital Library Coordinator, H. Joanna Soderberg will reach out with next steps and additional details.

Please note that this is an ongoing volunteer opportunity throughout the Spring semester. We kindly ask that you only sign up if you are able to commit to the time requirements for the duration of the opportunity.

Thank you for your interest—we look forward to working with you.

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.

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

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

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

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

Conservancy's Annual Gratitude Gathering needs Six Volunteers to help with setup, teardown, coat check and circulating and helping catering staff at the party! 

Help us thank our Nashville Partners & Sponsors for assisting the Conservancy in presenting a fantastic year of Free Community Events!

PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT NOW TO REGISTER ON THE Conservancy's Page on the Point app so you can get full-credit for these hours! CLICK HERE NOW TO CLAIM YOUR SPOT!

About The Centennial Park Conservancy:

Centennial Park Conservancy is a for-purpose 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The Conservancy supports programs, funds exhibits and provides services in furtherance of our mission. As an organization, The Conservancy continually strives to add and improve our initiatives in support of our city’s iconic treasures in Centennial Park. The Conservancy's mission is to 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.

Staff Coat check area, set up and monitor food and beverage stations, decorate the Parthenon, assist staff in creative event activities during the cocktail reception, tear-down and clean up post-event. 

Please dress conservatively and wear all black clothing. Bring your Volunteer lanyard and badge if you have it, otherwise one will be provided for you.

REMEMBER: to receive credit for this Volunteer Service, you MUST also register and claim your spot on the Conservancy's Volunteer site. CLICK HERE NOW TO REGISTER! You may register for multiple shifts, as long as you can work ALL Of the shift! (If you absolutely cannot work the whole shift and need for a custom schedule, you can email the Volunteer Manager to make arrangements). 

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the 2026 Earth Day Festival in Centennial Park! This free, all-ages event celebrates our amazing planet and features music, a parade, arts activities for kids, sustainability initiatives and education, great food and drink, local vendors, a free tree giveaway and really good vibes!

Proceeds from Earth Day will fund environmental projects across Nashville including urban canopy restoration, waterway clean-up, bee pollinator programs and more. For more information visit: www.nashvilleearthday.org!

Volunteers are essential to making this event happen! They will be involved in many different kinds of activities including:

Volunteers should expect to be on their feet for the duration of their shift. Please dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle as needed. Snacks and water will be provided. If you might need a camp chair for breaks, you're welcome to bring one, and there will be limited storage at the Volunteer staging tent.

The Nashville Urban Debate League (NUDL) is a local non-profit bringing speech and debate opportunities to public high schools in Nashville! We host monthly tournaments, and we are always in need of volunteer judges! No prior debate experience is necessary to judge. We provide training the morning of the tournament. 

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

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

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

All participating schools are elementary or middle schools in Northwest Nashville.

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

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

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

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!  

Programs include Breakfast & Bible Study, Dinner & Devotion, R.I.S.E., and Lunch Buddies!

Breakfast & Bible Study meets from 6:45-7:45am on Thursday mornings with our middle school students.

Dinner & Devotion meets 6:00-7:00pm on Tuesday evenings with our high school students. 

R.I.S.E mentors meet with an elementary student once a week M-Th between 3pm-5pm during afterschool programming. 

Lunch Buddies meet with an elementary or middle school student at their school during lunch time to eat with them. Lunch times occur between 10am-1pm M-F. 

We are currently most in need of R.I.S.E and Lunch Buddy mentors! These programs are flexible as mentors meet with their assigned student once a week, but can come any day of the week, depending on what is best for their schedule!

We are searching for volunteers to be Unified Partners with our Unified Basketball Team. Unified Partners are individuals without an intellectual disABILITY who trains and competes as a teammate with athletes with intellectual or developmental disABILITIES.  

No Experience Needed!

Volunteer Needs & Responsibilities:

Unified PartnerTeammate: Partners are active members of a team.Inclusion: Foster meaningful inclusion where every participant has a valued role and contributes to the team.
Daily Schedule below:

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

We are searching for volunteers to assist our staff at the Saturday Basketball Leagues. We will have staff onsite to lead activities, assist with athletes & volunteers, and answer any questions. 

This activity can be split into 2-3 hour shifts as needed.  Please email with questions.  

Volunteer Needs & Responsibilities:

Daily Schedule below:

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

We are searching for volunteers to assist our Wheelchair & Mobility-Limited Athletes during their practice time from 9:00-10:00am on Saturdays.  

No Experience Needed!

Volunteer Needs & Responsibilities:

Daily Schedule below:

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

The MPDP Cheer Team will be meeting on Saturday mornings from 9:00-11:00 at Parkwood Community Center (3220 Vailview Drive, Nashville, TN 37207) on Saturdays between 1/10-2/27.  When games begin on 1/24, practice will be from 9:00-10:00 and the group will cheer during the first game from 10:00-11:00.  

If 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 searching for volunteers to assist our staff at the Metro Parks disABILITIES Friday Basketball Leagues. We will have staff onsite to lead activities, assist with athletes & volunteers, and answer any questions.  

Volunteer Needs & Responsibilities:

Daily Schedule below:

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

*Registration on the Cumberland River Compact website is required to participate!*

Volunteer to keep the Stones River clean! Join the Cumberland River Compact to pick up litter along the Stones River Greenway in Donelson. Volunteers will work mostly behind Kohl’s off Lebanon Pike and along the Stones River Greenway to collect common litter like bottles, packaging, plastic bags, and other waste. Your efforts will beautify a public area and improve water quality in Nashville by removing trash before it can ever reach the water.

With the dedicated help of volunteers, the Compact removed 855 pounds of trash from this location in November. Let’s keep the impact going!

What to Bring & Wear:

What We Provide:

Volunteer Requirements:

Contact: For questions or additional information, please reach out to volunteer@cumberlandrivercompact.org.

The Nashville Dolphins are seeking compassionate volunteers who are comfortable getting in the water with swimmers who have special needs. Volunteers work under the direction of certified Lead Instructors, who provide ongoing guidance, training, and support. No prior experience is necessary—just a genuine desire to help provide life-saving swim skills to some truly special swimmers. This hands-on opportunity is especially valuable for individuals pursuing careers or certifications in special education, education, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medicine, social work, or other service-oriented fields. Volunteers gain meaningful experience while building confidence, skills, and connections. Come ready to learn, make a difference, and have fun in the water while supporting swimmers of all abilities.

The Nashville Dolphins are seeking compassionate volunteers who are comfortable getting in the water with swimmers who have special needs. Volunteers work under the direction of certified Lead Instructors, who provide ongoing guidance, training, and support. No prior experience is necessary—just a genuine desire to help provide life-saving swim skills to some truly special swimmers. This hands-on opportunity is especially valuable for individuals pursuing careers or certifications in special education, education, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medicine, social work, or other service-oriented fields. Volunteers gain meaningful experience while building confidence, skills, and connections. Come ready to learn, make a difference, and have fun in the water while supporting swimmers of all abilities.

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact this spring?

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

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

No teaching certification is required to embark on this rewarding journey; 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 spring term classes will meet online via Zoom, ensuring everyone's safety. 

So, are you ready to make a lasting impact this spring? 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.

We are looking for volunteers to commit a total of about 4-6 hours of their time on the evening of Tuesday, January 27, 2026, to help us conduct the first Cheatham County Point-in-Time Count. The count will be conducted in the evening hours (after dark) and with trained team leaders. 

By registering for this opportunity at the link below, you are showing an interest in participating, and we will reach out with more details on the event and any training requirements required prior to volunteering so that you can make a final decision on participating.

MORE INFO:

WHAT: The Point-in-Time (PIT) Count is a count of homeless people in Cheatham County on a specific date.

WHEN: January 27, 2026 (an alternative date will be announced in case of inclement weather)

WHERE: The entire area of Cheatham County

WHY: A PIT Count will allow our community service providers, community leaders, church leaders, politicians, funders, and volunteers to better understand the extent of literal homelessness in Cheatham County and discuss how to serve all people in our community to prevent and end homelessness.

Please respond to this need on Get Connected. Register for this opportunity here: 

https://cerv.is/0266x449

Do not show up unless you have registered at the above link and have confirmed your participation with The Salvation Army staff.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

What is the community impact of this event?

Healthy forests are beautiful for park visitors, provide food and shelter for wildlife and make our local ecosystem more resilient by promoting and enhancing growth of native plant species.

What will volunteers be doing at this event?

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

Accessibility:

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

What to bring?

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

What’s next?

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

If you have questions, please send me an email at cd@friendsofshelby.org. Hope to see you out there!

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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.

HBCU Spring Symposium, hosted as part of the HBCU Wellness Project, served as a collaborative forum to present and discuss findings collected directly from students regarding health, wellness, and campus needs. Student feedback highlighted key themes related to mental health, access to resources, preventive care awareness, and overall well-being. Community partners provided professional insight and contextualized student findings within broader public health and service frameworks, offering recommendations for program enhancement and sustainability. Legislator feedback further emphasized the importance of student-informed data in shaping responsive wellness initiatives and strengthening community–campus collaboration. Together, these perspectives reinforced the value of cross-sector dialogue and affirmed the role of student voices in informing future wellness efforts and community partnerships.

HBCU Wellness Project Town Hall, designed to share and discuss key findings gathered directly from student participants regarding health behaviors, wellness needs, and access to resources. The Town Hall created a structured forum for students to voice their experiences, concerns, and priorities related to physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Findings highlighted themes such as stress management, mental health support, preventive care awareness, and barriers to accessing services. By centering student voices, the Town Hall informed data-driven recommendations, strengthened transparency, and supported collaborative dialogue between students, campus partners, and health professionals. This initiative reinforced the importance of student-informed approaches to wellness programming and ongoing health equity efforts.

If you are more than 15 minutes late, you will not receive full credit.

Join Us for the Embrace Family Gathering — and Volunteer!

The Embrace Special Needs Ministry is hosting a sensory-friendly afternoon for families impacted by disability. Connect with other families, explore community resources, and enjoy snow cones, music, crafts, games, door prizes, and more! We have volunteer opportunities for individuals, families, and classrooms — a great way to serve together while supporting our community. Your time and energy will help make this day unforgettable!

We provide respite care for parents and caregivers of individuals with disabilities (ages 6th grade and up). Currently, we offer this free service to families in our community, not only church members. During this time, participants enjoy prayer, fellowship, activities, and service projects while parents and caregivers enjoy a evening to rest and reconnect. We would love to have you join us for our volunteer dinner and quick training/prayer time before our friends come for a fun evening. 

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, 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.  *** Please reach out if you wish to attend but only able to come for part of the day. We still welcome you even if you need to leave early to head to a class or work. 

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!

ACT is looking for volunteers to assist on our community outing to Waldo's Chickens where our trainees participate in job sampling.   This outing is recurring on Thursdays.  

Meet @ ACT @ 9:30, travel together to Waldos in Nolensville and return to ACT after the shift. 

While at Waldo's our trainees assist with refilling napkins, refilling condiments, and preparing biscuits, etc.   

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

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

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

Now that you're settled back in school and the weather is colder, isn't it time to foster a warm, furry 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 and the weather is colder, isn't it time to foster a snuggly 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.

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 you are welcome to incorporate poetry in your theme for your letters in honor of World Poetry Day. You can incorporate the theme through art, by making your own themed cards and within the message of your letter. If you'd rather write about something else, you are welcome to do so as well. 

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 03/31/2026. Please allow a couple of days for mailing and distribution. 
 
Volunteers will be required to have their own materials for the letters and any additional artwork you'd like to add, as well as stamps to mail the letters on hand (or you must be able to take them to the post office). I will try my best to provide you with one address for your letters so you can mail them together in a large envelope. 

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

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

Children younger than 13 are welcome to participate with an adult/guardian supervising and responsible for mailing the letters.

 
Thank you so much for considering this opportunity! 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

At this time all tutoring is conducted VIRTUALLY! No need to worry about your commute, parking, or Nashville traffic.
 
Volunteers commit to working with their student once per week for 1 hour. Volunteer opportunities are available Monday-Thursday starting between 3-7pm. Volunteers are paired with a student based on compatible availability. 

Upcoming Spring Semester: January 26th - May 8th

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

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

One of our key programs, Train 4 Life, is a 12-week fitness, nutrition, and wellness series. Each session lasts 60 minutes and is designed to help athletes build healthy habits in a supportive, inclusive environment. Weekly workout sessions starting January 19th through April 11th. Train 4 Life programs take place statewide. Click Here to Learn More

Train 4 Life Volunteer Info:

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

Volunteer Responsibilities:

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

What to Know Before You Arrive:

We are so excited you will be volunteering with the athletes alongside their fitness and health journey! 

If you’re interested, please sign up and our Volunteer Engagement Team will follow up with more details on how to register for specific events

The Nashville Dolphins are seeking compassionate volunteers who are comfortable getting in the water with swimmers who have special needs. Volunteers work under the direction of certified Lead Instructors, who provide ongoing guidance, training, and support. No prior experience is necessary—just a genuine desire to help provide life-saving swim skills to some truly special swimmers. This hands-on opportunity is especially valuable for individuals pursuing careers or certifications in special education, education, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medicine, social work, or other service-oriented fields. Volunteers gain meaningful experience while building confidence, skills, and connections. Come ready to learn, make a difference, and have fun in the water while supporting swimmers of all abilities.

The Nashville Dolphins are seeking compassionate volunteers who are comfortable getting in the water with swimmers who have special needs. Volunteers work under the direction of certified Lead Instructors, who provide ongoing guidance, training, and support. No prior experience is necessary—just a genuine desire to help provide life-saving swim skills to some truly special swimmers. This hands-on opportunity is especially valuable for individuals pursuing careers or certifications in special education, education, physical therapy, occupational therapy, medicine, social work, or other service-oriented fields. Volunteers gain meaningful experience while building confidence, skills, and connections. Come ready to learn, make a difference, and have fun in the water while supporting swimmers of all abilities.

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

One of our key programs, Train 4 Life, is a 12-week fitness, nutrition, and wellness series. Each session lasts 60 minutes and is designed to help athletes build healthy habits in a supportive, inclusive environment. Weekly workout sessions starting January 19th through April 11th. Train 4 Life programs take place statewide. Click Here to Learn More

Train 4 Life Volunteer Info:

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

Volunteer Responsibilities:

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

What to Know Before You Arrive:

We are so excited you will be volunteering with the athletes alongside their fitness and health journey! 

If you’re interested, please sign up and our Volunteer Engagement Team will follow up with more details on how to register for a specific event.

Join us for one of the coolest events of the year - literally! The 2026 Polar Plunge | Music City is a fun and energetic fundraising event where participants take a chilly dip to support Special Olympics Tennessee athletes. We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make this event a success!

Volunteer roles include: 

No experience needed, just bring your energy and enthusiasm! 

What to Know Before You Arrive: 

Ready to help us make a splash?

Click the link to learn more about Special Olympics TN Polar Plunge 

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

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

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 new beginnings/winter. 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 1/31/2025. Please allow a couple of days (we recommend at least a week) for mailing and distribution.
 
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! 

Do you find Medicare interesting?

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

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

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

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

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

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

Medicare Volunteer Certification Curriculum

Class 1: Thursday, August 6 from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm (virtual via Microsoft Teams)

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

Class 3: Friday, August 21 from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm (in-person at GNRC's offices)

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

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

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, May 7 from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm (virtual via Microsoft Teams)

Class 2: Friday, May 15 from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm (in-person at GNRC's offices)

Class 3: Friday, May 29 from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm (in-person at GNRC's offices)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

•Passion for Centennial Park

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

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

•Availability to attend at least three events per year

•Contributing your skills to a meaningful cause

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

•Supporting the preservation and enhancement of Centennial Park

•Networking with like-minded individuals and professionals

•Becoming a vital part of the Conservancy team

If you’re ready to make a positive impact as an Ambassador with the Centennial Park Conservancy, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator: holly@conservancyonline.com or 615-828-0855

Our Mission:

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

Learn more about the Conservancy here: https://www.conservancyonline.com/about

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

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

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

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

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