Needs From: Volunteer Tennessee

Please follow this link to find the most up-to-date volunteer shifts for the KAPA kitchen.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4EAFAE2FABF9C43-51770789-kapa#/

You do not need to respond to this need to participate — simply use the link above to learn how you can start volunteering with this agency.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Kandice Baker at kbaker@knoxvillemedicine.org. 

Please follow this link to find the most up-to-date items needed for the Wesley House!https://www.wesleyhouseknox.org/wesleywishlist#:~:text=Toilet Plunger-,Emergent Needs,-Tuna
You do not need to respond to this need to participate — simply use the link above to learn how you can start donating food items to this agency.If you have any questions, please reach out to Wesley House at EmergentNeeds@wesleyhouseknox.org

Please follow this link to find the most up-to-date items needed for the Wesley House!
Volunteers — Wesley House Community Center

You do not need to respond to this need to participate — simply use the link above to learn how you can start donating food items to this agency.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Wesley House at EmergentNeeds@wesleyhouseknox.org

Gardening, weeding, branch removal. 

Help Fight Hunger at the Douglass Community Center!

The Douglass Community Center is looking for caring volunteers to help distribute food from the Mid-South Food Bank on the second Friday of each month.

This is a wonderful opportunity to make a direct impact in your community and connect with neighbors in need.

Next Distribution:

Friday, November 14

Volunteers arrive by 8:00 a.m.

Distribution typically wraps up by 12:00 p.m.

Come lend a hand, share a smile, and be part of something meaningful. Every box of food you help distribute makes a real difference!

Ujima is a soccer centric after-school program that operates from 3:30-5:30 Monday through Thursday at Vine Middle School. The time is split between on field training and holistic enrichment in the Ujima Clubhouse. Enrichment activities include positive psychology with the University of Tennessee, leadership development, Footy Lab with DataRook, and cognitive development with Learning Rx. 

Volunteers are needed each day to build relationships, assist in training, and supervise play time. (We ask that volunteers commit to a minimum of once a week.) Volunteers must agree to a personal interview and a background check. 

Ujima is building relationships and introducing the game of soccer to 4th and 5th graders at Green Magnet Academy each Friday morning. Recess runs from 9:15 to 10:10 unless it is raining. Training focuses on our core values of teamwork, respect, discipline and leadership, and a structured play time that gets everyone involved. Volunteers must submit to a personal interview and a background check. 

Volunteer with the Art Club!

Time Commitment: 2:30–5:30 PM (available Monday-Thursday) 

We’re flexible and happy to work with your schedule! Join us weekly, bi-monthly, monthly, or even just once a semester, every bit of help makes a difference.

Location: Carnegie Center for Arts & History (305 E College St, Jackson, TN 38301) 

Overview

Step into a joyful afternoon of creativity, connection, and community! As an Art Club volunteer, you’ll experience a day in the life of our Dreamers and Makers, helping young artists (6th-8th graders) explore their imaginations in the studio and then sharing a warm, family-style dinner together.

You’ll be an extra set of eyes, hands, and heart- encouraging students, helping prep materials, guiding kitchen safety, and enjoying meaningful conversations over a home-cooked meal.

What You’ll Do

We’re Looking for Volunteers Who Are:

We Provide:

Link here to sign up: Contact Us | Dreamers and Makers

The Southwest Human Resource Agency's Head Start is dedicated to empowering families and fostering school readiness by providing comprehensive preschool programs for 3- and 4-year-old children. Their mission goes beyond education, they strive to equip families with the tools, resources, and support they need to achieve lasting success.

We’re seeking passionate volunteers (ages 16 and up) to join us in a variety of roles including classroom support, campus assistance, professional services, recruitment, and committee participation.

Volunteers play a vital role in enriching children’s learning experiences through one-on-one interaction, reading aloud, and helping us extend our services to more families.

Opportunities are available across 25 sites in West Tennessee, with flexible weekday morning schedules and free training provided.

Whether you can give an hour or more, your time can make a lasting difference in a child’s future.

This opportunity requires a commitment from January- February 2026 through May 2026, as volunteer input is essential to supporting student achievement. Participants will receive a Volunteer Kit prior to beginning service.

When challenges like the government shutdown or the pausing of SNAP benefits impact our community, we have the power to step up and support one another.

We’re currently assessing where help is needed most and are building a list of volunteers interested in assisting with local food support efforts.

By signing up for this need, you’ll be added to our list to hear about opportunities to serve and make a difference.

If you have any questions, please contact Lisbon Lopes at llopes@unitedway.tn.org.

Amazon Wishlist Link

You do not need to respond to this need to participate — simply use the link above to learn what items are needed.

Little Chefs, Big Change is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Cooking Class Volunteers to join our mission-driven team. As a Cooking Class Volunteer, you will work directly with the Lead Cooking Instructor, other volunteers, and students, helping us bring the joy of healthy cooking to after-school programs. Our biggest needs right now are for November 25 and December 2, 3, 5, 9 and 11!

See classes to register to volunteer for here: https://givepul.se/k78qdl

During a typical class, you might:

To get involved, please fill out our simple volunteer intake form. Please feel free to reach out to Taylor Johnson at volunteer@littlechefsbigchange.org with any questions!

Check out this video to see us in action!

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

Volunteer who is assisting in hospitality and maintenance functions in the campground and other park operations, and facilitates the recreational experience of the state park visitors. Duties may include but are not limited to: Camper orientation & information, light maintenance, reporting inappropriate activities or potential maintenance hazards, park programming and collection of fees and sales. Host agrees to exercise hospitality towards campers and are visible representatives of the state park during their frequent interactions with the public. Host is required to volunteer for a minimum of 20 hours per week for no more than 9 consecutive months.

Responding to this opportunity indicates an interest in volunteering in this role at the park. An application and review process will still need to be done. Acceptance into the host position is based on availability and compatibility. All adults residing at the site are subject to a background check. 

Please reach out to Michelle Neil directly for more information (731) 253-8003

Foster Closet clothes sorting.

Pick up your portable sorting kit from SMILE Foster Closet - 1401 Prospect Dr. Kingsport, TN 37664.
Sort the items at your own pace, on your own schedule.
Drop off the completed kit.

This flexible, remote opportunity is crucial because your sorting efforts will help us quickly process essential items and get them into the hands of kids who need them much faster. No experience necessary!

Women United is a global movement of local United Ways comprised of women who are committed to improving their communities by focusing on our core pillars of Youth Opportunity, Healthy Community, Financial Security and Community Resiliency. 

Since August 2016, Beesley Animal Foundation has distributed more than 50,000 pounds of pet food throughout Middle Tennessee. We ALWAYS need cat and dog food for Outreach.

WE CANNOT DISTRIBUTED OPENED OR EXPIRED FOOD!

Donations can be dropped off or shipped to:

Beesley Animal Foundation 

2215 Keeneland Commercial Blvd,  Murfreesboro, TN 37127

Thank you!

ITDRC is recruiting Technology Oriented Professionals to join our Nationwide, All Volunteer Disaster Response Team. Technical volunteers from all disciplines are needed to assist communities and community organizations with temporary communications, technical support, and community recovery following a disaster. All technology skillsets are welcome. On site and remote support opportunities are available, and can be worked around your current schedule. Visit ITDRC.org for more information.

*For agencies, not volunteer opportunity for individuals* 

VOAD (Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster) brings together local agencies, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and community groups to coordinate disaster resiliency, response, and recovery efforts. By joining VOAD, your organization becomes part of a unified network committed to meeting community needs quickly and effectively when disasters occur.

Why Partner with VOAD?

Who Should Join?

Nonprofits, faith-based organizations, civic groups, government partners, and any agency that provides services related to disaster relief, community support, or emergency preparedness.

If your organization is looking to make a greater collective impact during times of crisis, partnering with VOAD is a powerful way to strengthen resilience in our community. Let’s work together to ensure we’re ready—before, during, and after disaster strikes.

Need volunteer hours? Want to lend a helping hand? Cummins Falls State Parks welcomes volunteers year round for various miscellaneous tasks. There is always trash that needs picked up, invasives that need eradicated, trails that need maintained and projects going on at the park. We welcome volunteers anytime during our park hours from 8am - 4:30pm every day, whether you lend a hand for 30 minutes or 7.5 hours, we encourage you to come out! If you are interested in volunteering at Cummins Falls, please e-mail Park Ranger Lauren at lauren.fagin@tn.gov

Nourish Knoxville is looking for volunteers for our Saturday Winter Farmers Market. Volunteers may assist with setting up and breaking down the market information booth, conducting crowd counts, operating our Nourish Kids educational programming, and/or helping process transactions for Market Money (Nourish Knoxville's ATM system) - Double Up Food Bucks (SNAP doubling program) - and SNAP (formerly known as Food Stamps).

All volunteers must be eighteen years or older. Scheduling is flexible and based on volunteer availability. If interested, please fill out the following form: https://www.nourishknoxville.org/volunteer/. Our volunteer coordinator will reach out as soon as possible.

Note: VETN may not accurately reflect our available volunteer shifts. To see our most updated shifts, please see our roster here.

Shifts are available on Saturdays, December - March, and run from 9:30 am - 12:00 pm and 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm.

Love helping others? We are in need of volunteers to assist with technology classes for refugees in the Chattanooga community. Bridge Refugee Services is a local refugee resettlement agency. We aim to empower refugees to rebuild their lives and integrate into their new communities. Visit our website at bridgerefugees.org or contact volunteermanager@bridgerefugees.org to learn more.

We need regular help in the library restocking shelves, organizing shelves, and rescanning books in. We also need assistance with daily dusting, sanitizing surfaces, and book repair. We are looking to organize our new Enginarium and labeling locations (think well organized Garage Tools). We will need assistance decorating bulletin boards and designing logos and promotional items. Something I am also interested in is getting some drone footage of our school, some shots of the school from cool angles, and maybe even highlighting our outdoor learning space!

Cutting, fitting and nailing in of trim features around doors, windows and baseboards.

Painting of walls, ceilings, and baseboards.

Installation of new or the replacement of electrical wiring, breakers, switches, and fixtures in new home construction or remodel.

New and/or replace plumbing in New Home or Remodel of storm damaged home for survivor families.

Final cleaning of new/remodeled home for flood survivors.

Become part of a team of people passionate about ending sexual exploitation. This group meets periodically to plan fundraising events.

Remove sticks and downfall limbs from trail, picnic area, and inside fort. Collect and dispose of litter from trail and park grounds. 

Ujima is building relationships and introducing the game of soccer to 5th graders at Sarah Moore Greene each Friday. Recess runs from 12:15 - 12:35 unless it is raining. Training focuses on our core values of teamwork, respect, discipline and leadership, and a structured play time that gets everyone involved. Students go directly from recess to their lunch time where Ujima coaches are welcome to hang out and talk until 1:05 pm.  Volunteers must submit to a personal interview and a background check.

Ujima is building relationships and introducing the game of soccer to 5th graders at Spring Hill Elementary each Friday. Recess runs from 1:20 to 2:00 pm unless it is raining. Training focuses on our core values of teamwork, respect, discipline and leadership, and a structured play time that gets everyone involved.  Volunteers must submit to a personal interview and a background check.

Kymari House is seeking compassionate, mission-driven leaders to join our Board of Directors. Board members help guide our strategic growth, strengthen community partnerships, expand access to safe visitation services, and ensure that no child is left without a safe place to connect with their parent. We welcome individuals with experience in nonprofit leadership, law, finance, child welfare, fundraising, marketing, real estate, or community engagement. Most importantly, we seek people who believe every child deserves a safe and nurturing relationship with their parent.

If you are interested in learning how to care for a variety of animals and navigate day to day operations of an animal care in an  educational environment please consider volunteering at the Backyard Wildlife Center at Lichterman Nature Center.

Volunteers will learn and utilize skills, engage with the public, teach about animals, the native ecosystems, and more.  Volunteers will learn to feed, clean, and care for the BWC's collection of animals, including fish, reptiles, amphibians, mammals, and more.   You will also help MoSH serve the community and give back to the community.

Volunteers are needed Tuesdays- Sunday, 9am-1pm or 1pm-5pm. This is an on-going volunteer opportunity and we ask that you volunteer for 3 months or more. Volunteers must be 16 years and older. If you are over 18 years old, you must pass a back ground check. 

If you would like more information or to volunteer, please contact Janie Best Paraham at janie.paraham@memphistn.gov or 901.636.2438.   

Just one hour a week can make a meaningful difference for a student who needs extra support, encouragement, and dedicated one-on-one time.

Volunteers will help youth strengthen essential skills in reading, reading comprehension, writing, cursive writing, and math, building both academic growth and personal confidence. By serving as a reading or math tutor, you’ll play a direct role in improving grades, increasing school engagement, enhancing social and emotional well-being, and supporting long-term life and career readiness skills.

Volunteer Details

Location: 119 Riverside Dr

Time Commitment: Evenings, one hour per week (4:30–5:30 PM, one day/week)

Volunteers Needed: 3

Ages: 16+ welcome

Background Check: Required, and fully covered by the organization

When you invest an hour in a student, you help open doors to their future—and show them what’s truly possible.

This opportunity requires a commitment from January- February 2026 through May 2026, as volunteer input is essential to supporting student achievement. Participants will receive a Volunteer Kit prior to beginning service.

Digital Marketing:  social media, email, create a web page

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.  

Just a small commitment of time can create a lasting impact in the life of a young person. Volunteers with Team 4 Success provide encouragement, guidance, and meaningful support that helps students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Whether you’re mentoring, tutoring, or assisting with enrichment activities, you’ll help youth build confidence, strengthen essential life skills, and discover their potential in a supportive, positive environment.

Volunteers may also use creative talents—such as photography, videography, or social media—to help capture and share powerful moments that highlight student growth and program impact.

Volunteer Details

Location: Tiptonville, TN Time

Commitment: Flexible scheduling; program hours are typically 3:00–6:00 PM

Volunteers Needed: Multiple (ongoing and project-based opportunities available)

Ages: 18+

Background Check: Required (cost covered by the organization)

When you invest your time with Team 4 Success, you’re not just volunteering—you’re helping shape brighter futures and showing students what’s possible when someone believes in them.

This opportunity requires a commitment from January- February 2026 through May 2026, as volunteer input is essential to supporting student achievement. Participants will receive a Volunteer Kit prior to beginning service.

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.

Carter County has several locations where debris from Hurricane Helene still needs to be cleaned up and removed.  This includes stump removal, tree and limbs, etc.  There are also larger debris removal requiring chainsaws.  These are projects that would be great for groups that have a day or half a day to volunteer. 

The Roane County United Way is currently seeking community-minded individuals that would be interested in serving on our Board of Directors. We typically meet on the third Monday of each month at 5:30 pm. Board members may not be employed by organizations that currently seek funding from the United Way. The Roane County United Way is working towards advancing community resiliency, health, youth opportunities, and financial security, creating a community where every person has the opportunity to thrive. Join us in the efforts to build a stronger Roane County!

Join the SMILE Foster Closet Board of Directors! 

Help us put smiles on the faces of foster children and support the families who care for them.

SMILE Foster Closet is seeking passionate, dedicated individuals to join our Board of Directors for the 2026 term. This is an exciting opportunity to provide strategic leadership and governance for a growing nonprofit committed to supporting foster children, foster families, kinship providers, and at-risk families by providing essential necessities.

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking candidates who are ready to dedicate their time and expertise to guide our mission.

Essential Skills & Attributes:

Crucial Skill Set Need:

Commitment

Your leadership will directly impact our ability to provide basic necessities, allowing foster families to focus on loving kids and creating stability.

Learn more about SMILE Foster Closet.

Apply today and help us brighten the future for a child in need!

The Salvation Army of Knoxville is looking for volunteers to help at our reception desk and to assist with various clerical tasks.

The person(s) who help with this will:

Help is needed on Mondays and Fridays from 1 pm to 4 pm, however we can adjust that schedule slightly to fit your schedule if needed. This is a great volunteer spot for college students, recent retirees, stay-at-home parents looking to get out of the house, etc.

Because we must train volunteers on certain tasks, we prefer someone who can be here consistently - for example: every Monday from 12:30-3:30, or every Friday from 1-3.

Please contact Tracy Weber at tracy.weber@uss.salvationarmy.org with your availability and any questions you may have. All volunteers for this role must be approved before their first volunteer day.

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! 

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 from Waverly Road Presbyterian Church.  Please join us!

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 from First Presbyterian Church.  Please join us! 

Just one hour a week can have a lasting impact on a child’s life. By volunteering with Child Evangelism Fellowship, you’ll provide encouragement, positive mentorship, and a safe space where elementary students feel seen, valued, and supported. Volunteers help children strengthen reading and listening skills through Bible reading, memory verses, and interactive activities—while also building confidence, empathy, and a sense of belonging.

Whether you’re leading a lesson, helping with activities, or simply offering encouragement, your presence helps students grow academically, socially, and spiritually—setting the foundation for lifelong character, school engagement, and community involvement.

Volunteer Details

Location: Madison County elementary schools & Boys & Girls Club of Humboldt

Time Commitment: One hour per week, weekdays (typically 4:00–5:00 PM)

Volunteers Needed: 15

Ages:

Good News Club volunteers: 18+

CYIA youth volunteers: Mature ages 13 through early college

Background Check: Required and fully covered by the organization

When you invest just one hour a week, you help shape a child’s confidence, character, and future—and show them they are deeply valued.

This opportunity requires a commitment from January- February 2026 through May 2026, as volunteer input is essential to supporting student achievement. Participants will receive a Volunteer Kit prior to beginning service.

Just a small amount of your time can create a meaningful moment for a child who needs extra care, encouragement, and inclusion. By volunteering with the Levi Miles Foundation, you’ll help children with disabilities and rare diseases feel supported, celebrated, and truly included in their community. Whether you’re assisting one-on-one at a kids camp, helping during a special event, or supporting a fundraiser, your presence brings joy, confidence, and connection to children and families.

Volunteers play an essential role in fostering social and emotional well-being while helping children build life skills such as communication, self-confidence, teamwork, and resilience. Every smile, interaction, and act of support helps create a more inclusive community where every child belongs.

Volunteer Details

Location: Community sites throughout West Tennessee

Time Commitment: Approximately 2 hours per quarter

Schedule: Weekends and flexible opportunities available

Volunteers Needed: Ongoing, 10 individuals

Ages: Most opportunities open to various ages

Fundraising event volunteers must be 21+

Background Check: Required (volunteer responsible for cost)

When you give just a little of your time, you help open doors to confidence, connection, and possibility for children and families—and help build a more compassionate, inclusive community for all.

This opportunity requires a commitment from January- February 2026 through May 2026, as volunteer input is essential to supporting student achievement. Participants will receive a Volunteer Kit prior to beginning service.

We are excited to offer an ongoing volunteer opportunity at Warriors Path State Park focused on restoring the natural beauty of Duck Island. Volunteers will play a vital role in removing invasive plant species, with a primary focus on Autumn Olive, to help protect native habitats and improve biodiversity. This work will involve using small hand silky saws and manual uprooting techniques—please note that chainsaws and other power tools are not permitted. Participants should be prepared for physical activity, including dragging downed brush and uprooting shrubs, as well as assisting with litter removal along trails and picnic areas. All tools will be provided, and volunteers are encouraged to dress for outdoor work, wear sturdy shoes, and bring water and snacks. This is a great opportunity to make a lasting impact on the park’s ecosystem while enjoying time outdoors and contributing to conservation efforts.

Feel free to contact ranger Ethan Sane at Ethan.Sane@tn.gov or 865-863-0790

Come read books aloud to elementary school students in a Knox County School! Commit to reading weekly or biweekly to an elementary class through a school semester. Your involvement is vital for the students and our organization as we instill the joy of reading into the kids of Knox County who need it the most!

Where: Christenberry Elementary or Norwood Elementary 

Duties: 

Qualifications:

Expectations:

Are you a talented photographer with your own camera looking for a chance to practice your craft, give back to your community, and build your portfolio? We are seeking volunteer photographers to capture moments at United Way programs and/or events in multiple counties across West TN (mainly in Madison County).

This role is perfect for:

Responsibilities:

Requirements:

Benefits: 

Some dates we need help with include: 

January 30th 11-1pm in Jackson, TN

February 26th 12-3pm in Jackson, TN

February 27th 11-1pm in Jackson, TN

March 27th 11-1pm in Jackson, TN

April 17th 11-1pm in Jackson, TN

Email Lisbon Lopes at llopes@unitedway.tn.org if you are interested! Multiple candidates are accepted. 

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

Volunteer now to be a shelter hero!

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

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

We are looking for compassionate and dedicated volunteers to help us prepare and serve meals.  You time will make a direct impact on our community members in need.  No experience necessary - just a willingness to help!

More information HERE

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.

Are you interested in forming a one-on-one relationship with a senior in your community? Helping to combat their social isolation while developing a special bond? This is the program for you!

Friendly Faces is Memphis Jewish Home & Rehab's resident visiting program. We pair volunteers with residents who they visit once every two weeks. Pairings are done based off of interests, backgrounds, etc. to ensure a positive experience for both parties.

Due to the nature of this volunteer opportunity, background checks and TB skin tests are required.

We need your help to keep great books accessible to communities 24/7. Visit Little Free Libraries in your community to distribute books! 

We can suggest where to look for free or inexpensive books, or if you already have some, you can share those too. You can find book-sharing boxes near you using our world map or free mobile app. Volunteers over 18 anywhere in the U.S. where there are Little Free Libraries can register for this opportunity. 

Register on our website to get started. If it's your first time signing up with Team LFL, you will be prompted to create an account in our volunteer hub. Once you sign up, you will get access to tips & resources that you review independently online. Our Little Free Library staff can answer your questions by email. You can share books whenever it works for you.  

This is a great opportunity for solo volunteers looking for something flexible to fit their schedule, or for parents looking for a volunteer activity they can do with kids. 

Purpose: By keeping Little Free Libraries full of books, you are helping to build community, inspire readers, and expand book access. 

Responsibilities:

Time required: You set your own schedule. It could be a one-time project or a regular book distribution schedule.

How we can support you: We'll help you start with some online training, and we will suggest sources for books.

Qualifications:

Questions: You can contact the Community Engagement Manager to ask questions. 

Communities are hungry for books! Help Little Free Library fulfill its mission of book access for everyone by coordinating a local book drive. You can lead a book drive and distributed the collected books to local Little Free Libraries. Little Free Library staff can answer your questions along the way. 

This is a flexible volunteer opportunity. You can coordinate your book drive during the times that work best for you and your community. Volunteers over 18 anywhere in the U.S. where there are Little Free Libraries can register for this opportunity.

How to get started: Click the Register button to sign up. If it's your first time volunteering with Team LFL, you will be asked to create an account in our volunteer hub. After you register, we will send you a guide about how to coordinate a book drive. Then, staff will check in with you by email to offer support for your book drive planning.

Purpose: By keeping Little Free Libraries filled with books, you are helping to build community, inspire readers, and expand book access. 

Responsibilities:

Time Required: A typical book drive lasts about two weeks to one month, plus time beforehand to plan and promote the drive. 

Training & Resources Available: We will help you get to know our organization and share our tips for planning a successful book drive. 

Qualifications:

Benefits: Experience the satisfaction of getting more books into the hands of readers while connecting with your community. Volunteers in the US will get a free Little Free Library t-shirt after you record your impact in the Team LFL online hub. 

Supervision & Support: You can connect with the Community Engagement Manager to ask questions. 

This program was created by the National Alliance for Care at Home and the VA in order to give our nation's Veterans a better end of life experience.  We have opportunities to serve our Veteran patients and Veterans in the community. Through this program we honor our Veterans with certificates of appreciation and lapel pins, companion our Veteran patients, educate our staff, volunteers, and the community on Veteran issues, and participate in community Veteran organizations and events. 

Willow's Friends is a pet program that we created to help take care of patients' pets when they are no longer able to do so, either physically or mentally.  Volunteers will go in and feed, walk, play or clean up after pets or take them to Veterinary or grooming appointments.  We will even aid in the fostering or rehoming of pets either before or after the patient passes.  

This program takes one thing off of our patients' and families' plate during this difficult time. If you love animals and what to make a difference in their lives and the lives of their owners, we want to talk to you.

Imagine that you are dying, you only have a few hours left on this earth, and there is no family or friends with you. Are you scared, and feel like you don't matter? Some of our patients experience this very situation. UT Hospice has a program called Sacred Spaces that provides a loving presence during this sacred time. Sacred Spaces is a vigil program, we provide volunteers in 4 hour shifts around the clock until the patient passes. You are not there to attend to their physicals needs, except that of providing a calming, loving presence.

If you think that you could hold a hand, play soft music, read some favorite passages from a book or scripture, or just sit quitely with an individual to make their homegoing peaceful and full of love, you could be a Sacred Spaces volunteer, and we would love to talk to you.

Caris Healthcare is seeking passionate people to support hospice patients in the tri cities area. We have needs in all areas for compassionate, reliable volunteers and would love to sit down to discuss how hospice volunteering fits with your passion and desire to help others. 

Patients live in private homes and nursing facilities. Activities include visiting with patients to provide support and companionship through conversation and a presence, engage in activities such as reading to the patient or helping write cards, provide a few hours of respite for a caregiver to get out of the home, and other activities that support a patient at the end-of-life. Flexible schedule, 2 hours per week. 

No hands on care such as lifting, transferring, bathing, feeding etc is provided by hospice volunteers.  Hospice volunteers describe their work as gratifying, intellectually stimulating, and emotionally meaningful. Caris Healthcare values their volunteers greatly & support them through their volunteering journey.

ADFAC is looking for an intake volunteer in the Household Assistance Program office. The Household Assistance Program (HAP) provides rental and utility assistance, food pantry, and referrals for clients in the Anderson County area.

Description of Repsonsibility: An intake volunteer will be the first point of contact for most individuals seeking assistance in HAP. Volunteers will be responsible for answering phone calls, assisting with walk-ins, collecting and documenting client information, and scheduling appointments. Intake volunteers will work closely with the Office Administrator in completing these task.

Volunteer Expectations: 

Maintaining excellent and empathetic customer service.

Ability to use techonology such as computers and landline phone systems.

Ability to use digital worksheets such as Google Sheets and Excel. 

Volunteer shifts are typically four hours long and are Monday-Thursday 8:30am-12pm and 1pm-4pm. The current shifts that are open are Wednesday 8:30am-12pm and 1pm-4pm and Thursday 8:30am-12pm. 

Bring the 18th century to life

Transport visitors back to 1790 through storytelling, demonstrations, and first-person interpretation. Wear period clothing, demonstrate colonial crafts, and share the daily life of Tennessee's early settlers.

What You'll Do:

Perfect For: Natural storytellers, history enthusiasts, performers, craftspeople who love sharing their knowledge

Preserve our historic landscape Care for 60+ acres of historic buildings, heritage gardens, and natural areas. Your hands-on work directly preserves this irreplaceable piece of Tennessee history.

What You'll Do:

Perfect For: Gardeners, outdoor enthusiasts, people who like working with their hands, detail-oriented individuals

Inspire the next generation Help students discover history through hands-on learning. Develop and deliver curriculum-based programs that bring Tennessee history standards to life for learners of all ages.

What You'll Do:

Perfect For: Teachers, education students, youth workers, anyone who loves helping kids learn

Create magical moments Help us host signature events that bring thousands of visitors to Rocky Mount each year. From intimate evening programs to large festivals, our events showcase the best of frontier heritage.

What You'll Do:

Perfect For: Social butterflies, people with irregular schedules, students needing service hours, anyone who loves a good festival Time Commitment: Event by event basis, no regular commitment required

The Native Plant Garden behind and in front of the Nature Center will soon be blooming and beautiful again as it emerges from its winter sleep! 

We are looking for a few dedicated volunteers with some gardening experience to:

1. Trim, spruce up and add mulch this lovely garden in March (materials provided!)

2. Add plants, weed and maintaining the garden a few hours each week through the summer.

Is this you?  Perhaps you and a friend may be interested too!  If you would like more information, contact Park Interpretive Ranger Christa Davidson for more details!

Assist with creating social media content and other public relations content creation, may include newsletter writing. May be done virtually by emailing content created to the director to start out, or on site. Must be familiar with Canva, multiple file types, social media strategies, excellent writing skills. 

Need a volunteer fundraising specialist to attend Development Committee meetings, and to assertively work toward fundraising efforts to expand the mission and services of Bristol Faith in Action. 

Inspire Hope is an adopter of Bruce Elementary and Booker T. Washington High School. We are expanding academic support for the adopted schools. Our goal is to strengthen academic achievement, build confiedence and expose students to positive role models through consistent supportive tutoring. 

Tutor Opportunities Include:

Who Should Volunteer:

Why Volunteer:

Requirements:

Write newsletters every quarter updating our donors and sponsors of our adoption numbers, updates policy and procedures and upcoming needs etc.. We also need someone that can write thank you notes, Christmas cards and other correspondence that would need to be mailed out, as needed. 

This person would be in charge of marketing and posting on social media accounts. Establishing new platforms and ideas. With the goal of getting adoptions. Posting videos, pictures and good writing skills is essential.

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

Volunteer now to be a shelter hero!

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

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

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

Volunteer now to be a shelter hero!

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

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

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

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

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

Join Us! Apply at: www.redcross.org/volunteer.

Or Email GiveTime@redcross.org with questions.

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

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

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

Join Us! Apply at: www.redcross.org/volunteer.

Or Email GiveTime@redcross.org with questions.

Be a Lifesaver—Volunteer as a Blood Donor Ambassador!

Your time can make a life-changing impact! Every blood donation has the power to save lives, and as a Blood Donor Ambassador, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring every donor has a positive and meaningful experience.

Join our incredible team at the American Red Cross and be the friendly face that welcomes donors, helps with check-in, provides refreshments, and ensures they leave feeling appreciated. Your kindness and support can inspire others to give the ultimate gift—life!

✔ Be part of a lifesaving mission
✔ Meet new people and make a difference in your community
✔ Gain valuable experience in a welcoming and supportive environment

✅ Greet donors and guide them through the check-in process
✅ Ensure donors receive the necessary information before donating
✅ Offer snacks and monitor donors for any signs of discomfort
✅ Thank donors for their life-saving contribution

We ask for a minimum of one shift per month for at least three months. Shifts are typically 4 hours.

For more information, email givetime@redcross.org. To apply, visit www.redcross.org/volunteer. 

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

Volunteer now to be a shelter hero!

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

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

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

Volunteer now to be a shelter hero!

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

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

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

Volunteer now to be a shelter hero!

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

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

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

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

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

Join Us! Apply at: www.redcross.org/volunteer.

Or Email GiveTime@redcross.org with questions.

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

Volunteer now to be a shelter hero!

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

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

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

Volunteer now to be a shelter hero!

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

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

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

Volunteer now to be a shelter hero!

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

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

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

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

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

Join Us! Apply at: www.redcross.org/volunteer.

Or Email GiveTime@redcross.org with questions.

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

Volunteer now to be a shelter hero!

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

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

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

Volunteer now to be a shelter hero!

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

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

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

Volunteer now to be a shelter hero!

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

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

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

Volunteer now to be a shelter hero!

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

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

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

Volunteer now to be a shelter hero!

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

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

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

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

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

Join Us! Apply at: www.redcross.org/volunteer.

Or Email GiveTime@redcross.org with questions.

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

Volunteer now to be a shelter hero!

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

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

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

Volunteer now to be a shelter hero!

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

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

Healing Hands Health is looking for Patient Enrollment Volunteers to join our team on a consistent basis, 4 to 8 hours per week.

This role is a great fit for someone who:

This volunteer opportunity may be especially well suited for:

Patient Enrollment Volunteers play an important role in helping patients access care by assisting with applications, answering questions, and ensuring information is complete and accurate.

Have questions?
Call Sandy at 423-652-0260 ext. 254

Volunteers are needed to assist with flower-arranging activities at the Adult Day Center every first and fourth Friday of the month. Volunteers will help set up materials, offer guidance for individuals, and place the vases around the Home. This is a great opportunity to promote creativity, cognitive engagement, and positive social connection.

Prepare the host guests in the home and welcome then in the Red Door, being present in the house with children on removal day. Play games, make food, pack bags, hang out, comfort, and remind them "You're safe here. You matter. Love, you're not alone."

Organize donations, clothes, and house supplies, stock shelves, do laundry, clean, and a BUNCH of other behind-the-scenes love that keeps the house running smoothly. This team turn "ordinary" tasks into extraordinary comfort for a kiddo. 

As Senior Center Support, volunteers provide essential support by fostering a welcoming environment, assisting with daily operations, teaching, facilitating or assisting with activities. Do you have a talent you would like to teach or share with others? We have opportunities for musicians to perform or teach music or singing, crafts, dance, art, bingo and exercise instructors for fun and social activities. Lead with purpose by providing educational information and programs to promote tools and resources for healthy living. We also welcome Lawyers or Legal Aides for wills, estate planning, medical staff, Hospice, leaders and emerging leaders in their fields.   

Senior Center Volunteer Description:

Contact Janet Sullivan (423) 424-4286 jsullivan@sedev.org to learn more about these flexible and rewarding opportunities. Act now and be a life changer!