Needs From: Volunteer Tennessee

Join SORBA Chattanooga, Hamilton County Parks and Recreation, and Save Enterprise South Nature Park for a National Trails Day® volunteer trail work party at Enterprise South Nature Park!

National Trails Day®, hosted each year by the American Hiking Society, is a nationwide day of stewardship, advocacy, and outdoor recreation that celebrates the importance of trails and public lands. Communities across the country come together to maintain and improve local trails while connecting people to the outdoors.

We're doing our part right here in Chattanooga at Enterprise South Nature Park. This volunteer work party will focus on the Atlas Trail, where participants will help with a “Lopperpalooza” trail corridor clearing effort and drain clearing to improve trail sustainability and rider/user experience.

No experience is necessary. Tools, instruction, and supervision will be provided.

Lunch will be provided by Hamilton County as a thank you for your service.

Required:

Recommended:

Please RSVP so we can plan for tools and food counts.

Help us celebrate National Trails Day by giving back to the trails.

We are looking for up to 12 volunteers to help trim and improve trail corridor along White Oak Flats and Headwaters Trail for our upcoming Bear Track Trail run. This event will be held on Friday, May 29 from 9:00AM – 2:00PM. It is possible we will finish early if we get a full crew to help. This event includes hiking, string trimming and lopping the trail corridor. The park has extra loppers and some gloves. The park has a couple string trimmers however volunteers are welcome to bring a gas weed trimmer and mixed fuel if they choose. We will meet at the trail parking lot for a safety meeting.

It is recommended to bring water and snacks, sunglasses, sunblock, closed-toed shoes. Please dress for changing weather in the mountains.

Join us at Fountain Lanes Strike and Spare for two games of bowling. Volunteers may assist participants as needed with moving bowling ramps and placing the ball on the ramp. If you would like to bowl with us, the cost is $3 for both games, and shoe rental is included. Most importantly, come socialize, build connections, and see what the Recreation Department at Sunshine Services is all about.

We are in need of 4 volunteers to help move furniture from a couple of offices on Friday, May 8. Please contact Tracy at tracy.weber@uss.salvationarmy.org or by phone at 865-971-4920.

Assist First United Methodist Church with the Summer Shop - which will provide basic need items to people in need.  Setup will include stacking and labeling boxes.

We are looking for a hardworking crew to help us whip our storage facility into shape!

This space is vital for keeping our donations safe and accessible, but it needs some serious TLC to reach its full potential.

The Details

When: Saturday, June 6th

Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Where: The SMILE Storage Area (Located across the street from the main Smile Closet)

What We’ll Be Doing

We have tasks for every skill level, so come ready to roll up your sleeves:

Organizing & Heavy Lifting: Rearranging furniture, moving bins, and assembling/positioning shelving units to maximize our space.

Deep Cleaning: Sweeping and mopping floors, and wiping down walls to get rid of the dust.

Facility Repairs: We are specifically looking for a few folks comfortable with heights to help us replace broken ceiling tiles.

What to Bring Wear: Comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting dirty and closed-toe shoes.

Gear: If you have favorite work gloves, feel free to bring them along!

Ready to help? Whether you can stay for an hour or the whole shift, your hands make a huge difference for the kids and families we serve.

Envision Clinic is a one-week experience hosted at Signal Centers’ Assistive Technology campus for individuals who are blind or have limited vision.

Week 1: June 8–12, ages 11–22

Week 2: June 22–26, ages 23+

Time: 9:30 AM–3:30 PM

The clinic will focus on independence, self-advocacy, digital literacy, and movement. We are seeking volunteers who are excited to bring positive energy, support learning, and help create a fun, camp-like environment.

Volunteers will assist with activities and lessons while serving as extra hands and eyes throughout the week. Activities may include video games, cooking lessons, financial literacy and planning, art, computer and smartphone training, outdoor adventure, and more.

The goal of Envision Clinic is to build a supportive environment where participants feel safe, encouraged, and empowered to participate as independently as possible.

If you are interested in volunteering during any one of the listed dates above, please visit Volunteer - Signal Centers to submit a volunteer application.

Please indicate within your application that you are applying to assist at Envision Clinic; there will be a short onboarding process to follow. 

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Victoria_Gravina@signalcenters.org. 

Thank you so much!

Come celebrate National Trails Day at Frozen Head with a volunteer trail day! We will be doing a variety of trail maintenance including digging, moving brush, moving/stacking rocks etc. Please be sure to wear good hiking shoes or boots and bring plenty of water and snacks. Meet at the Visitor Center at 9:00 AM, June 6.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

ABC funds may be used to:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

ABC funds may be used to:

Visit Knoxville needs YOUR help with the 2026 AAU Girls Basketball World Championships, taking place June 25–28 at the Knoxville Convention Center. We’re looking for volunteers to monitor the craft table in between games. If you would like to volunteer with wristband checking, learn more here. 

Parking: Volunteers working weekday shifts (Thursday and Friday) will receive a $10 gift card to help cover parking costs. Explore downtown parking options here.

T-Shirts: Team Knoxville Volunteer shirts will be provided when you arrive

Visit Knoxville needs YOUR help with the 2026 AAU Girls Basketball World Championships, taking place June 25–28 at the Knoxville Convention Center. We’re looking for volunteers to help check for wristbands at court entrances. All attendees must wear a wristband to access the games. If you would like to volunteer at the craft table, learn more here. 

Parking: Volunteers working weekday shifts (Thursday and Friday) will receive a $10 gift card to help cover parking costs. Explore downtown parking options here.

T-Shirts: Team Knoxville Volunteer shirts will be provided when you arrive.

United Way needs volunteers to help setup and staff the United Way tent at the Anderson County Fair. We will have a table for 3 days - July 13-15 from 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.  Setup will occur on July 13 and take-down will be at end of day on July 15. 

Camp Signal is a six-week, weekly-themed summer camp for children of all abilities, offering engaging activities to build skills in technology, speech, and socialization.

With themes such as cooking, sciences, and animals, Camp Signal aims to help build valuable social skills and independence for campers ages 4-11. 

We are looking for enthusiastic, engaging, and empathetic volunteers to assist with some of the following tasks:

- Engaging with campers & participating in camp activities

- Playing and supervising on the playground

- Supervising during lunch and snack time

- Prepping camp materials 

- Assisting with end of the day tidy-up

Camp Signal will run from 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM during the following weeks:

June 8th-12th |June 15th-19th |June 22nd-26th| July 6th-10th| July 13th-17th|July 20th-24th

We are looking for 2-4 volunteers to join us each day.

If you are interested in volunteering during any one of the listed dates above, please visit Volunteer - Signal Centers to submit a volunteer application.

Please indicate within your application that you are applying to assist at Camp Signal; there will be a short onboarding process to follow. 

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Victoria_Gravina@signalcenters.org.  Thank you so much!

Join us for an evening of pizza and ice cream at NikNak's ice cream parlor!

Join park staff on National Trails Day as we complete some maintenance on our Fisherman's trail by deconstructing and carrying out an old bridge. Be sure to bring water and wear closed toed shoes. 

Assistive Technology (AT) Services, a program of Signal Centers, is dedicated to eliminating barriers for clients by helping them navigate a tech-driven world as independently as possible. Assistive technology is any tool used to increase independence or improve quality of life for people who have a disability. 

On the last Monday of each month, we welcome volunteers to our Adapt-a-Toy Mondays!

Volunteers will learn and assist in modifying toys to make them more accessible for children, particularly those living with a disability. This includes adjusting the size, shape, or functionality of the toy to accommodate the individual’s needs.  

AT Services can provide a list of toys appropriate for toy adaptation; if volunteers can bring a toy to adapt and donate to AT Services, that would be greatly appreciated!

Upcoming Sessions: June 29th, July 27th, August 31st, September 28th, October 26th, November 20th, and December 28th

Recommended Volunteer Group Size: 10 volunteers

If you're interested, please email Victoria Gravina: Victoria_Gravina@signalcenters.org. 

We are looking for people to assist us with our living history school day event. The park needs people to walk school groups around to different historical stations on Friday, May 5th.

The day will start at 9:00 a.m. and end at 11:00 a.m. and the second tour will start at 12:00 p.m. and end at 2:00 p.m. Visitors will be able to interact with our living historians and interpreters to learn what it was like for families, like the Hulls, who lived in Tennessee during the 1870s.
Activities that will take place on this day include blacksmithing, fiber spinning, planting crops for the summer, woodworking. and much more. As you make your way around the park and speak with our resident farmers, you will learn that nothing came easy and everything had to be earned. We hope that by attending this event and immersing yourself in the early life of Cordell Hull and his family, you will learn how the small farm he grew up on in rural Pickett County, Tennessee came to shape his character later in life.

You must demonstrate an 1870s trade or profession. This is a juried event, so your clothing and any items used in your demonstration must be 1870s.

Support staff by setting up room for program event. Run snack tables and activity tables. Volunteer will need to be able to help set up and break down tables and chairs. 

Support staff with summer camp check in. Play/engage with participants before camp starts for the day. Help create a safe and fun environment. 

Meet Ranger Jeff at the Visitor Center and we will then head to Fairview Gullies to help clean up the area!

Join Ranger Joe on Thursday May 21st from 7:30am - 11:00am to start building the second reroute for Shoal Creek Trail. We will be meeting at the observation pavilion uphill of Crockett Falls. This will entail the use of swinging tools, such as hoes McLeods, and Pulaskis, all tools will be provided by the park. Please bring plenty of water and wear appropriate work clothes and shoes.

Join Ranger Joe on Monday may 11th from 8:00am - 11:00am to start building the second reroute for Shoal Creek Trail. We will be meeting at the observation pavilion uphill of Crockett Falls. This will entail the use of swinging tools, such as hoes McLeods, and Pulaskis, all tools will be provided by the park. Please bring plenty of water and wear appropriate work clothes and shoes.

Join Ranger Joe on Sunday May 10th from 8:00am - 11:00am to start building the second reroute for Shoal Creek Trail. We will be meeting at the observation pavilion uphill of Crockett Falls. This will entail the use of swinging tools, such as hoes McLeods, and Pulaskis, all tools will be provided by the park. Please bring plenty of water and wear appropriate work clothes and shoes.

Help us protect our investment in grassland habitat by flagging trees!

Earlier this year, we planted about 20 acres of grassland habitat throughout the park. Now, we need to ensure that those grasslands aren't overrun with woody species like sycamore and sweetgum. Volunteers will be 'grid searching' the fields and flagging each and every tree so that they can later be removed by hand. This will ensure that we start these projects with a clean slate.

Volunteers MUST wear pants and close toed shoes for this event. Gloves will be provided.

Help us clean Head of the Crow State Park! Volunteers helping with this opportunity will assist with litter and trash clean-up along the roadside and in portions of the park interior.

We will be meeting for two hours at our Brush Creek Area.

Please feel free to contact Ranger Allen to schedule dates and times to volunteer outside of the posted clean-up days.

Thank you for your willingness to serve!

Join us for a rewarding day of service at Fall Creek Falls Lake as part of the “Caught Up in Conservation” event series! This 8.5-hour volunteer project will focus on rebuilding the Gilbert Gaul rain shelter along the lakeshore. This event is in coordination with Responsible Stewardship. Lunch will be provided for all participants.

Volunteers should come prepared with plenty of water, gloves, and sturdy, closed-toe shoes suitable for outdoor work. We will meet at the boat dock at 8:00 AM, and it’s a good idea to arrive about 15 minutes early to get checked in and ready to go.

This is a small, hands-on project limited to just 10 participants, allowing for a more focused and impactful experience. As a thank-you, all volunteers will receive a branded “Caught Up in Conservation” t-shirt, sticker, and bandana.

If you’re ready to put in a full day’s work and make a lasting difference, we’d love to have you join us!

Registration for this event is required!

Join us for a hands-on Volunteer Event at Fall Creek Falls Lake starting at 8:00 AM! This four-hour project, held in coordination with TWRA and Responsible Stewardship, will focus on building and placing fish habitat structures throughout the lake to support a healthier aquatic ecosystem.

As part of the “Caught Up in Conservation” event series, this effort is all about making a lasting impact on local wildlife and improving fishing opportunities for years to come. Participation is limited to 30 volunteers, so be sure to secure your spot early. Volunteers should bring gloves and wear sturdy, closed-toe footwear suitable for outdoor work. We will meet at the Boat Dock for the event.

All participants will receive a branded “Caught Up in Conservation” sticker and bandana as a thank-you for their support. Come ready to work, learn, and contribute to a meaningful conservation project in one of Tennessee’s most beautiful natural areas.

Registration for this event is required!

Join us for a Volunteer Cleanup Day at Fall Creek Falls Lake! This come-and-go event runs from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, giving you the flexibility to help out whenever it fits your schedule. Volunteers can pick up cleanup supplies at the boat dock and spend as much—or as little—time as they’d like helping remove trash from around the lake. This event is in coordination with Responsible Stewardship. 

This cleanup is part of the “Caught Up in Conservation” event series, bringing people together to make a real impact in preserving our natural spaces. The goal is simple: get as many hands as possible helping keep Fall Creek Falls Lake clean and beautiful.

Whether you have 30 minutes or a few hours, every bit of help makes a difference. Come out, enjoy the outdoors, and be part of something positive! Each participant will receive a free branded sticker for participating. 

Join Ranger Sutton as we clean up an old swimming hole by removing vegetation from the beach area. We will be using clippers and loppers to remove the undergrowth that has accumulated over the years, covering the historical stonework; as well as removeing tree debris to beuatify this area. The volunteer event will be roughly 4 hours of clearing and removing vegetation, so make sure to bring anything you would need to work outside including water and appropriate clothing. Bug spray is recommended. We will be meeting at the park office and then driving down to the site. Feel free to email me with any questions.

The Kingsport Public Library will be hosting many programs this summer that we will need extra help with! We are seeking volunteers on select dates in June for our summer reading kids' programs. You will be helping run games, activities, crafts, and general setting up/take down. Depending on the turnout, you may be focusing on crowd control and getting patrons to where they need to be. Extra details for the programs on specific dates can be found on the library's website, or you can reach out to us, and we can get you whatever information you need!

We do require all volunteers to pass a background check and fill out a volunteer waiver.  You can pick up those forms at the library or request them digitally by emailing laineking@kingsporttn.gov. If you have any questions, please use that email or call the library at 423-229-9465.

Join Roan Mountain State Park Ranger Phil Hylen on Thursday, May 7th to help plant native vegetation (sedges and wildflowers) around 2 ponds that were rebuilt in 2025 to restore critical habitat for the Hagan's Bluet Damselfly and the American Emerald Dragonfly (along with many other creatures that benefit from this habitat).  This event will take place starting at the Miller Farmstead Parking Lot from 9:00AM-12:00PM EST.  Volunteers will work in pairs to drill holes for planting the native plant plugs into and then water them in. 

The park will provide work gloves and tools for the day.  Snacks and water will be available, but be sure to bring plenty of water and good work clothes/shoes.  This workday will be limited to 10 volunteers.  

United Way of Anderson County's annual Day of Caring will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2026! On this day, volunteer teams from various local corporations and community groups will unite to execute service projects across Anderson, Morgan, Scott, and Campbell counties. Our program aligns participating nonprofit organizations with motivated, capable volunteers from the local business community to fulfill essential project needs within these service areas.

Multiple volunteers are need to make this day a success. If you are interested in helping, please respond to this need. Additional information will be provided as the day of the event gets closer. 

Looking to assist in a history-based park event? Sign up to help programmers bring the Tennessee Frontier to life. Program assistance includes:

Volunteers may choose a program they would like to stay with throughout the event, be "runners," or assist in parking. Volunteers will meet at the Back Boat Ramp. For specific questions, reach out to event coordinator Ranger Abby (abigail.wiseman@tn.gov). 

Ongoing opportunity for the Friends of Short Springs Natural Area for programming and events. Ongoing opportunity for people that just want to come volunteer cleaning up trash or remove invasives around the natural area. YOU MUST email Ranger Marlie Gibbs before doing this opportunity.

Ongoing opportunity for the Friends of Old Stone Fort for programming and events. Ongoing opportunity for people that just want to come volunteer cleaning up trash, removing weeds from gardens, or removing invasives around the park. YOU MUST email Ranger Marlie Gibbs before doing this opportunity. 

Come celebrate with our Dogwood 5th graders as they wrap up the school year and prepare for their next chapter!

This is an outdoor event with all four fifth-grade classes, featuring games and fun activities. With all students gathered in one space, teachers will need extra support to help supervise and keep things running smoothly.

Please arrive early to sign in at the front office and bring a valid form of identification for check-in. After signing in, the Community Schools Coordinator or a fifth-grade teacher will greet you and provide guidance on how you can help.

Be sure to wear comfortable and appropriate clothing since this is an outdoor event.

There are two 2-hour volunteer shifts available:

You can select the shift(s) you prefer in your response. If you’d like to stay for both, feel free to indicate that. If you have any questions, please contact the Community Schools Coordinator, Baylee Armstrong, at armstrongb@unitedwayknox.org.

Drivers pick up meals between 10 - 10:30 and usually are finished before noon.  Drivers typically deliver once a month.  While most drivers continue to volunteer with us for many years, new drivers should commit to at least a year (12 one hour shifts total).  Since we all have conflicts from time to time, finding a sub or a swap is easy. The entire route is mapped out for you, with step-by-step directions to go from one stop to the next.  You'll deliver the same route each month.  Please join us! 

Join a cooking team to help prepare meals for needy elderly and disabled recipients.   This cook team prepares meals on the 3rd Thursday of each month at First Presbyterian Church.  Training provided.  Start time is around 8AM and completed before 10:30AM. 

Help Roan Mountain State Park by weeding some of the planters around the park! Help us prepare our flower beds around the campground check-in, park office, and farmstead road. Please bring water, and weather appropriate clothes. Tools and gloves will be provided. 

Chatter Camp is a one-week adventure that teaches kids (ages 5-16) how to use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices to chat, play, and connect. 

This year's theme is Junior Chef AACademy, so get ready to chop, bake, and mix up some fun while our campers discover new ways to communicate! 

Chatter Camp will run from June 1st - 5th: 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. 

We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to join the adventure! Volunteers will lead activities, engage in play, and support campers in using their AAC devices throughout the day. Each day includes a variety of fun experiences such as art, cooking, literacy activities, outdoor time, and special surprise guests.

The ultimate goal of Chatter Camp is to create a safe, supportive space where campers can build and practice social skills. Volunteers should be able to balance high energy and fun with patience, understanding, and kindness.

Volunteers should bring a basic understanding of, and genuine empathy for, working with children and teens with disabilities. While prior experience is preferred, it is not required.

If you are interested in volunteering, please visit Volunteer - Signal Centers to submit a volunteer application. Please indicate within your application that you are applying to assist at Chatter Camp; there will be a short onboarding and training process to follow. 

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Victoria_Gravina@signalcenters.org. 

Thank you so much! 

Help us debut Knoxville's newest green space!

The Knoxville Botanical Garden & Arboretum is celebrating a historic milestone: the dedication of the Howell Legacy Garden. We are looking for five Event Ambassadors to help provide a warm welcome and smooth arrival for our community as they gather to celebrate this beautiful new addition to the grounds.

This is a fantastic opportunity to see the new garden layout firsthand and support the Botanical Garden team during a high-profile afternoon.

What You’ll Do
Welcome Team: Greet arriving vehicles and visitors with a friendly smile as they enter the grounds.

Wayfinding: Direct guests to designated parking areas and point them toward the check-in and ceremony site.

Garden Insider: Help maintain a celebratory atmosphere by ensuring arrivals are seamless and stress-free.

The Perks
First Look: Get a "sneak peek" and walk through the Howell Legacy Garden before your shift.

Beautiful Scenery: Spend your afternoon surrounded by the spring blooms of the Botanical Garden.

Quick Impact: Support a major community event in just a 2-hour commitment.

What to Expect
Shift Details: This role is entirely outdoors and requires standing/walking for the 2-hour duration.

Attire: "Garden Casual" - please wear a collared shirt with neat pants/shorts and comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes.

Orientation: Please arrive by 3:30 PM for a quick briefing on the parking plan and garden layout.

Registration Note
To claim one of the 5 available spots, please click "Respond" on this page AND complete the supplemental registration via our official volunteer portal. Registration on our portal is required to receive final arrival instructions and parking maps.

We are seeking a volunteer to assist us in painting two little free libraries to be placed in our local communities. 

A Little Free Library is a small, publicly accessible book-sharing box where individuals can take a book to read or leave a book for others to enjoy. The goal is to promote literacy, encourage a love of reading, and build a sense of community by making books freely available to all.

Typically placed in neighborhoods, parks, or community spaces, it operates on an honor system and is open to everyone at any time. These two will be placed in Madison county and Hardeman county.

The Anderson County Family Justice Center is looking for a friendly, kind-hearted, and professional individual who wants to give back to the community! The person in this role needs to be comfortable working with victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, elder abuse, and human trafficking. Must be willing to complete a background check, drug screen, and any required trainings.

Skills required:

Job Responsibilities:

Happy World Bee Day!

Come celebrate with us at the Head of Sequatchie by helping Ranger Lydia remove invasive Lespedeza from our pollinator native grassland fields.  

We will work from approximately 8:30AM - 10:30AM central.  Please bring work gloves and adequate water/snacks.  Long pants and close-toed shoes are recommended.  Will be working in a field with no shade, so hats, sunscreen, and bug spray are also recommended.

Please reach out to Ranger Lydia at 423-307-9304 or lydia.martinez@tn.gov with any questions. 

Chattanooga Room in the Inn thrift store volunteers play a vital role in supporting our mission by assisting with donations, organizing merchandise, and creating a welcoming experience for every customer who walks through the door. Each shift helps generate critical funding that directly supports women and children experiencing homelessness in our community.

Our thrift store is open Tuesday - Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and volunteers have the flexibility to choose both their start time and the length of their shifts within those hours.

Interested volunteers will need to complete a Chattanooga Room in the Inn volunteer application, upload a valid ID and attend an orientation. Once submitted through iHelp, CRITI's Volunteer Coordinator Libby Preston will follow up with next steps.

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

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

Train 4 Life Volunteer Info:

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

Volunteer Responsibilities:

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

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

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

Questions? Email rboscaljon@specialolympicstn.org

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the State Summer Games with Special Olympics Tennessee!

We’re excited to welcome more than 1,200 athletes for an incredible weekend of competition.  

Volunteers are essential to making this program a success! Opportunities include:

No experience is needed - just bring your energy and enthusiasm

SIGN-UPS: 

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

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

Questions? Email rboscaljon@specialolympicstn.org

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

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

Train 4 Life Volunteer Info:

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

Volunteer Responsibilities:

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

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

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

Join the Williamson County Spring Games and help celebrate the achievements of Special Olympics athletes! Volunteers ensure the event runs smoothly, safely, and joyfully while supporting athletes of all ages and abilities in track & field, long jump, softball throw, and bocce. Be part of an inclusive, fun-filled day that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of the athletes and the community.

Day 1 - Wed. May 6th at Ravenwood High School, Brentwood, TN 

Day 2 - Wed. May 13 at Summit High School, Thompson Station, TN 

Volunteers are essential to making the day a success! Opportunities include:

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

SIGN-UPS: 

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

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

We are so excited to finally make up this cleanup in our 6th annual, four-part Cherokee National Forest River Cleanup Series presented by Volkswagen on the breathtaking South Holston Lake. This cleanup series presented by Volkswagen includes four cleanups held throughout the month of February from South Holston Lake near Abingdon, Va. to the Ocoee River near Chattanooga, Tenn.

Register Here: South Holston Lake 5.16.26 — Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful

Park staff need your help in getting the Wild Yards Garden ready for summer. Come join park staff for a volunteer day in the gardens to help pull weeds. Instructions will be provided on what weeds need to be pulled from the gardens. Some gloves and hand tools will be available to borrow, but if you have your own from home please bring them with you. Volunteers should plan on meeting park staff in the Wild Yards Garden by the main parking lot off of Kelly Lane at 9:00am. Water fountains are located at the bathrooms near the gardens, but volunteers are encouraged to bring water bottles with them. 

If you have any questions regarding this volunteer day please contact Ranger Stephanie at stephanie.mueller@tn.gov or 865-333-8270. 

Park staff need your help in getting the Wild Yards Garden ready for summer. Come join park staff for a volunteer day in the gardens to help pull weeds. Instructions will be provided on what weeds need to be pulled from the gardens. Some gloves and hand tools will be available to borrow, but if you have your own from home please bring them with you. Volunteers should plan on meeting park staff in the Wild Yards Garden by the main parking lot off of Kelly Lane at 9:00am. Water fountains are located at the bathrooms near the gardens, but volunteers are encouraged to bring water bottles with them. 

If you have any questions regarding this volunteer day please contact Ranger Stephanie at stephanie.mueller@tn.gov or 865-333-8270. 

Sign up to express your interest in attending disaster preparedness training.  By completing this registration, you'll be added to our list and contacted when training opportunities become available. 

Community Emergency Response Training (CERT) teaches participants about hazards that could
affect our community, how to prepare for them and how to help your family, neighbors, or
coworkers in the immediate aftermath of an emergency, before responders arrive.

CERT is a nationally supported initiative hosted by the Knoxville-Knox County Emergency
Management Agency (KEMA) in partnership with local emergency response agencies. The Knox
County CERT program is focused on personal preparedness training for disasters and connecting
people with local volunteer agencies for response opportunities.

CERT is free to community members and takes place 6:30-9:00 PM the first Tuesday of each month
in most cases.

We need a volunteer with an SUV/Pickup Truck to pick up supplies from Helping Mamas in Knoxville on May 21 at 10:15 a.m. Supplies will be delivered to the United Way office. Volunteers to unload and help organize items are also needed.

Helping Mamas  collect essential baby items and redistribute them to 70+ partner organizations across East Tennessee. United Way is one of their partners.

Volunteers to staff the United Way table at the ROOTED IN RESILIENCE: KNOW MORE, GROW MORE (Children’s Mental Health Action Week) event.

Date & Time: Friday, May 8, 2026 | 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM ET

Location: Campbell County High School, Jacksboro, TN

Cost: Free

Description: Second annual community event in support of Children’s Mental Health Action Week. Local vendors, community partners, and organizations are invited to register and participate. Open to families and caregivers of children ages 0-22 experiencing mental health challenges.

Multiple volunteers needed on June 9 to help with decor for this luncheon.

Volunteers are also needed on June 10 to help host the event

Volunteers needed for the Lavender Festival Wine Tasting event. We need:

Join Master Trailbuilders every third Thursday and Saturday for the ongoing quest to fully flush out the trail system at Head of the Crow State Park.  Our current objective is rerouting a treacherous section of the Buggytop Trail to increase its accessibility to our visitors.  From newbies to pros all volunteers are welcome and we will supply all tools, gloves, and eye protection. All you need to bring are snacks, water, closed-toed shoes, and a happy attitude!  Volunteers should expect to hike 3 miles over difficult uneven terrain, work with various hand tools, and leave with a warm sense of fulfillment after a good day's work.  

Memorial Day Weekend is coming soon! We are opening up volunteer opportunities to assist the rangers with parking lot duties such as directing traffic in the lots, placing cones, giving directions to visitors, and helping with trash pick-ups. Once you register for this event,  you will receive an email with more information including what to bring and expect. This opportunity stations you at Highway 70.  If you do not receive a follow up email within 48 hours, please email Ranger Sydnie.

Your assistance will be of great benefit to our visitors on this busy holiday weekend!

Memorial Day Weekend is coming soon! We are opening up volunteer opportunities to assist the rangers with parking lot duties such as directing traffic in the lots, placing cones, giving directions to visitors, and helping with trash pick-ups. Once you register for this event,  you will receive an email with more information including what to bring and expect. This opportunity stations you at Harris Street Bridge.  If you do not receive a follow up email within 48 hours, please email Ranger Sydnie.

Your assistance will be of great benefit to our visitors on this busy holiday weekend!

Bartenders for the night needed- We are seeking volunteers to assist with ID checks, beer sales, and tent management for the United Way beer tent at the ORCMA Community Concert at Bissell Park.

Keep Knoxville Beautiful will be hosting our sixth annual Third Creek Paddle on May 9 from 10am-12pm at UT Gardens! We will be removing litter and invasive species from the area around Third Creek, both on land and in the water.

Thank you to Ijams Nature Center for partnering with us for an invasive species removal!

There are five volunteer options:

We will have kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards thanks to the Knoxville Adventure Collective!

Volunteers are welcome to bring their own kayaks.

Life vests are required.   

Keep Knoxville Beautiful will provide the following equipment:

We highly recommend wearing long pants and all volunteers must wear closed-toed shoes for the event.  Please bring your own sunscreen, bug protection, and water.

Please contact KKB at amanda@keepknoxvillebeautiful.org or (865) 521-6957 with any questions you may have.

Thank you to our sponsors TVA, Dow, Knoxville Adventure Collective, and Keep Tennessee Beautiful, Nobody Trashes Tennessee, City of Knoxville, and Knox County.

Sign up here: https://app.betterunite.com/keepknoxvillebeautiful-thirdcreekpaddle2026

What will volunteers do? Volunteers will be collecting scores from refs and reporting them to our EPL Coordinator, monitoring field activities, answering general questions, helping direct people to parking and field locations, and reporting suspicious or questionable behavior to league officials.

Looking to earn volunteer hours for the Tennessee Promise Scholarship?

      This interest form is for individuals who want to volunteer at Dunbar Cave State Park but may not see a currently listed opportunity that fits their interests or schedule. 

      By completing this form, you are letting the park know you're interested in volunteering. It is not a commitment to a specific event or shift. A coordinator will follow up to learn more about your schedule, interests, and deadlines, and match you with appropriate volunteer opportunities.

What: Flag football summer league for MS Girls

When: June 25th-July 30th—Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays @ 7 pm to 9 pm

*Background check and trainings are required!

Recruiting volunteers that can assist with our feeding, cleaning, and socializing with our sanctuary residents (farm animals rescued from neglect and abuse). We have weekly, bi-monthly, monthly, and other recurring positions. We have daily volunteer shifts available on mornings from 9 am until 11 am (or noon) throughout the week and weekends. We also have openings for evenings on Thursdays through Sundays with times varying (usually 4 to 6 or 7 pm). To volunteer, please reach out to us at tiltedtavernanimals@yahoo.com. We do not have public hours. We can be reached via email to set up a volunteer shift or event day.

Click here to sign up or go to JacksonSquareLavenderFestival.org/volunteer

Shifts are 2-4 hours. Volunteers who apply by Sunday, May 17, 2026 & work a minimum of 4 hours will be guaranteed a T-shirt in their preferred size. Applications will close on Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 11:59 PM. Volunteers for the general shifts must be 14+.Volunteers for the Wine Tasting must be 18+. Volunteers who are 21+ and volunteer for the Wine Tasting will receive a free Wine Tasting.

We are looking for volunteers who can prepare  recently vacated shelter rooms in our women's shelter. This involves removing left-behind items and thoroughly cleaning all furniture.

We anticipate each room will take about 2 hours.

We currently have 2 rooms that need to be prepared as soon as possible so that we can welcome in new women and children who are in need of shelter.

Female volunteers are preferred since this is a women's shelter that serves domestic violence survivors.

This is a flexible opportunity. Volunteers MUST email Tracy Weber to schedule the time day/times they'd like to come in. Email: tracy.weber@uss.salvationarmy.org.

Thank you!

Vine Middle will host an interactive STEM night on May 14th from 4pm-7pm. We are expecting to have over 200 community members attend. We are looking for 1 Spanish speaking Bilingual Language Ambassador to help with our focus group that’s taking place the same afternoon from 4:00-5:15pm.

Private Group 

Camp is for everyone at Creative Discovery Museum!  CDM is looking for volunteers to serve as camp assistants at our school age and Friends’ Discovery camps.  Help our campers explore, innovate, create, and play all summer long.  Campers will explore CDM's exhibits, tackle STEAM challenges, and make new friends - creating lifelong memories!

Camp Assistant Responsibilities:

·         Support camp staff with daily summer camp activities using provided plans, including fun, hands-on experiences designed for different age groups.

·         Engage with campers through playful learning that sparks curiosity, creativity, and exploration.

·         Help create a welcoming, inclusive, and safe environment where every camper feels comfortable and valued.

·         Model kindness, patience, and respect while supporting campers’ positive behavior and social-emotional growth.

·         Work alongside camp staff to help the day run smoothly and assist wherever needed.

·         Help with setting up activities, preparing materials, cleaning up, and guiding campers during transitions throughout the day.

Time Commitment:

·         Camps run weekly in June and July (excluding the week of June 29 to July 3).

·         Volunteers must commit to a minimum of two days per selected week of camp.  Volunteers with weeklong availability are preferred.

·         Shift times vary by the type of camp (school age or Friends’ Discovery Camp).  Typical shifts are 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. or 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for Friends’ Discovery Camp

Requirements:

·         Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age

·         Background check and interview required for all volunteers

·         All volunteers are required to attend a camp training led by CDM staff

We are looking for volunteers to help with the Cha Jazz Fest this year! Oct. 25th 11am-7pm

This will be broken into primarily two shifts:

7:30am-11am for equipment load in/setup

6pm-8:30pm for load out and tear down/clean up

There really isn't much to do when the event gets up and going, but the load in is the shift we usually need the most help with! 

Tasks will include: Carrying tents, chairs, banners, signage, tables, coordinating with vendors, directing people to the festival, and loading out equipment as well. 

Celebrate Historic Preservation Month by helping Bledsoe Creek State Park clean up the Tennessee History Trail!

This event will include cleaning signage, moving tree limbs, picking up trash, and cleaning wooden structures. We will meet at the Back Boat Ramp located at the end of Bledsoe Creek Rd. Please wear closed toed shoes and bring anything appropriate for the day's weather (water bottle, rain jacket, sunscreen, etc.). 

We need volunteers to set up and breakdown for the elders and military branch also help with serving the food

Stop by the Visitor Center to pickup gloves, a bucket and litter grabber. Staff will let you know which park areas need attention. This act of service preserves the park for visitors, protects wildlife and our water quality. 

An extra set of hands can be utilized to fold maps and brochures, stamp bags for the gift shop, dust museum cabinets, etc.

Memorial Day Weekend is coming soon! We are opening up volunteer opportunities to assist the rangers with parking lot duties such as directing traffic in the lots, placing cones, giving directions to visitors, and helping with trash pick-ups. Once you register for this event,  you will receive an email with more information including what to bring and expect. This opportunity stations you at the Narrows.  If you do not receive a follow up email within 48 hours, please email Ranger Sydnie.

Your assistance will be of great benefit to our visitors on this busy holiday weekend!

Join us at Carver Park for an invasive species removal showdown. We will be focusing exclusively on the removal of Chinese yam (Dioscorea polystachya) in the stream buffer habitat. You are encouraged to wear western gear that you don't mind getting dirty!

You'll be given an in-depth introduction to plant identification and invasive species removal techniques. Following that introduction, you will have one hour to remove as much yam as possible (you must remove the full tuber to count towards your total). After time is up, we will determine who will be crowned the Tater Town Showdown Champion. A first place prize will be awarded to our champion.

Join us on the riverfront as we partner with Literacy Mid-South to bring the first storybook trail to Memphis River Parks. For this volunteer opportunity, we'll be digging post holes to install signs and filling those holes with cement and gravel. This will require relatively strenuous physical labor and some skill to dig holes and level signs, but no concrete mixing will be required, and PPE (masks, glasses, and gloves) will be provided. This opportunity is open for everyone ages 16+.

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

Location Details:

Seymour Heights Christian Church

122 Boyds Creek Hwy

Seymour, TN 37865

Event times: 10:00am-12:00pm or until food runs out

Volunteer times: 9:00am-12:00pm

We all have that favorite piece of clothing that brings confidence, comfort and familiarity when we put it on.

Picture that piece of clothing you're known for-that silly flamingo shirt, comfy sweats, fun tie, colorful shirt, etc. and the smile it brings to those around you to see you in it!

When a patient passes away, the accentCare team comes around the family to offer bereavement support and one way our volunteers can be part of that support is by helping to create Memory Bears or Pillows. These tangible items give the bereaved something to hold, smell, touch as they grieve which is invaluable in their healing journey.

Through this volunteer opportunity experienced sewers take patients clothing and using a provided pattern, stuffing, etc. create a one of a kind keepsake.

This opportunity is done from the volunteers home and bears are dropped off to our office to be delivered to family members.

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

Requirements:

Our volunteers work out of our Maryville warehouse in the Product Recovery area or our Repack Clean Room where we process donated and bulk food for distribution, to help feed our East Tennessee neighbors.

Volunteers also help in non-food project support roles such as cleaning, letter stuffing, and miscellaneous admin duties. 

No experience necessary! Training will be provided on-site at the beginning of the shift.

*Volunteers must be at least 10 years of age, and anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult chaperone.
** Please note, for groups that have minors ages 10-15 among the participants, we require a 1:5 chaperone to minor ratio. Please ensure that your group size matches this ratio with adult chaperones (18+) and minors.

Please park in the rear parking lot through the metal gate as parking in the front is limited. Volunteers enter through the double glass doors by the rear lot into our volunteer lobby. 

Our Location:

Second Harvest Food Bank of East TN

136 Harvest Lane

Maryville, TN 37801

www.secondharvestetn.org

Please know you will be working in a warehouse environment and the following rules concerning dress must be followed:

Additionally, please consider maximizing your impact while volunteering: bring can goods with you to donate, engage with us on social media, or make a gift online.

GNRC will be holding its Second Annual Older American's Month Celebration on May 19th from 9:00am to 12:00pm. The event is a celebration of Aging with informational sessions, Musical Bingo, refreshments, and resource tables. 

We'd love to have an experiences indoor photographer to help capture the faces of the event and ongoing activities.

We'd ask that you arrive at 8:30am, so we can quickly orient you to your role before participants arrive.

GNRC will be holding its Second Annual Older American's Month Celebration on May 19th from 9:00am to 12:00pm. The event is a celebration of Aging with informational sessions, Musical Bingo, refreshments, and resource tables. 

Volunteers can help make the event a success by volunteering in the following roles:

Greeters (2): Greet people as they arrive and guide them to the registration table making them feel welcome. 

Registration (2): Help people with signing in for the event.

Refreshments (2): Manage the refreshment table.

Break down (2): Help with breaking down materials, posters etc. down after the event. 

Volunteers are asked to arrive at 8:30am, so we can quickly orient you to your role before participants arrive. Feel free to indicate in the notes when you sign up if you would prefer a specific role and we will do our best to accommodate everyone. We appreciate your help in making this event a success. 

Maynard Elementary School is hosting their annual School Carnival! The Carnival is held in the MES parking lot and serves as a fun end of year event for all members of the Mechanicsville community. 

Volunteers are needed to help assist in the following areas:

- set up (tables, trash cans, etc.)

- tear down (tables, trash cans, etc.)

- face painting

- applying temporary tattoos

- serving food at the food table

- overall flow of event

Dress code is casual, as it will be outside, but please wear closed toe shoes! Parking will be available on all streets surround the school (College St., Danny Mayfield park perimeter, UT  Foundation parking lot, UT Institute parking lot). 

Make a meaningful impact in your community by helping ensure local seniors have access to nutritious food!

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate volunteers to assist with our monthly food distribution in partnership with the Mid-South Food Bank. Volunteers play a vital role in helping us efficiently unload, organize, and prepare food for distribution to seniors in our community.

Volunteer Responsibilities:

Schedule:
Every third Thursday of the month
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

What to Expect:
This is a hands-on, active opportunity that may involve light to moderate lifting, standing, and working as part of a team. Volunteers should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and willing to jump in where needed

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the State Summer Games with Special Olympics Tennessee!

We’re excited to welcome more than 1,200 athletes for an incredible weekend of competition.  

Volunteers are essential to making this program a success! Opportunities include:

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

SIGN-UPS: We use a third-party website for shift registration. After expressing interest, our Volunteer Coordinator will email you a link to officially select your desired shifts. “Signing Up" on Get Connected does not confirm your shift. The number of spots listed on Get Connected may not reflect real-time availability. 

Interested in planning a group volunteer day! 

Email the volunteer coordinator and we’ll be happy to help coordinate. Come be part of an incredible weekend of competition! 

The Miller Farmstead is on the National Register of Historic Places because it represents the history of Appalachian subsistence farming. The farm features an early 20th century farmhouse and outbuildings, a (retired) horse, chickens, native and ornamental gardens, orchard, and composting operations.

This month, we will need general assistance with a variety of projects, including:
- Chicken Coop Cleaning
- Composting
- Mulching
- Spring Cleaning the Miller Farmhouse
- Pruning, Planting, Clearing, & Weeding Garden Beds

Please sign up for a shift and come prepared for general outdoor work with sturdy shoes, plenty of water, and weather-appropriate clothing. Please bring a pair of outdoor work gloves or gardening gloves if possible.

Love Burgess Falls? Hate seeing trash? Need volunteer hours?

Then come lend a hand cleaning up the park for our monthly trail trash pick up days!

These volunteer days start at 9 am on the first Sunday of every month and end at Noon.

Meet Ranger Connor at our lower parking lot to get your gloves, garbage bags, and trash grabbers!

Help create a space for teachers to take a break and enjoy the beautiful weather.