Needs From: Volunteer Tennessee

Sign up to express your interest in volunteering during times of disaster or emergency. By completing this registration, you’ll be added to our list and contacted when volunteer opportunities become available in response to a local disaster.

Passionate about local food and looking for a way to give back to your community? Join our volunteer team!

Nourish Knoxville is looking for volunteers for our Wednesday & Saturday Market Square Farmers Market. Volunteers may assist with:

Typical volunteer shift times by market (scheduling subject to availability):

All volunteers must be 18 years or older. If interested, please fill out our Volunteer Intake Form, and our volunteer coordinator will be in touch!

CHI is a community based nonprofit organization focused on providing fresh, local food to the Chattanooga area. We provide subscription boxes as well as à la carte items. 
What we need: Volunteers who will coordinate with customers at pickup locations and ensure subscription boxes are delivered to the correct customer; as well as pass out business cards to patrons of our pickup locations. 

CHI is a community based nonprofit organization focused on providing fresh, local foods to the Chattanooga area. We provide subscription boxes as well as a la carte items such as honey, jams, eggs, dairy products and meats. 

What We Need: 

Volunteers who will coordinate with customers (via text or calls) at pickup locations to let them know their order is ready and available for pickup. Ensure boxes are going to the correct customer, as well as all items being accounted for on delivery slips attached to the boxes. Pass out business cards when applicable and make connections in the community.

This is for individuals interested in volunteering at the park and nothing currently listed will work for you. This includes TN Promise volunteers, community service workers, etc. When registering, please add what you are needing/looking for. After registering through this interest form, a ranger will reach out and make sure you get signed up for the correct opportunity. 

Do you love hiking the trails at Big Ridge State Park? Want to give back to your community while spending time outdoors? Join our Volunteer Trail Team and play a hands-on role in maintaining and preserving the park’s beautiful trail system. As a volunteer, you’ll help with essential trail maintenance tasks like clearing debris, trimming overgrowth, improving trail safety, and supporting conservation efforts. Whether you’re an experienced hiker or just enjoy being outside, your time and energy will make a real difference for everyone who visits the park. Come be part of a team that cares about protecting natural spaces and keeping trails safe, accessible, and enjoyable for all!

The Driving instructor supports students by teaching basic driving knowledge while fostering a positive and encouraging learning environment.

Responsibilities:

✅ Teach basic driving skills and road safety

✅ Support students in understanding traffic rules and signs

✅ Build confidence behind the wheel.

✅ Provide patient, friendly, and supportive instruction.

✅ Help students prepare for the road skills test to obtain a Tennessee driver’s license.

This role helps students gain independence and confidence as they learn essential driving skills.

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

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

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:

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!

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.

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.

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!

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

Would you like volunteer and have fun with your friends at the same time?  Meals on Wheels needs a new cook team to prepare meals on the 5th Friday of each month.   There are only 4-5 5th Fridays in a year.  Training is provided.  Shopping is provided.  Just choose your own menu and show up to cook.  Start time is around 8AM and completed before 10:30AM. 

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. 

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.

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 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: September 28, October 26, November 20, and December 28

Recommended Volunteer Group Size: 10 volunteers

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

Physician, Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse, LPN, CNA, MOA & MA, Pharmacy Technician, Respiratory Therapy, Emergency Medical Services, Optometry, and Behavioral Health Counselor

Please apply at the following link and we will be in touch with you about next steps:

https://www.fmcor.org/medical-provider-volunteer-form

Administration, Special Events, and Mobile Unit Driver

Please apply at the following link and we will be in touch with you about next steps:

https://www.fmcor.org/generalvolunteerform

Volunteers play a crucial role in our academic support programs by helping Club members with their homework and providing general academic support. Your guidance will help students stay on track with their studies and build confidence in their learning abilities​​.

Referral will be made to the Executive Director of Boys and Girls Club of Tennessee Valley-Anderson County for initiation of their approval process. 

Volunteers have the chance to inspire and guide our youth by becoming a guest speaker, sharing insights about their profession with different age groups, or helping high school students with career preparation through our YouthForce program​.

Referral will be made to the Executive Director of Boys and Girls Club of the Tennessee Valley-Anderson County for initiation of their approval process.

You can get involved by coaching, leading fun and interactive cooking classes that members can recreate at home, or by simply having fun playing pickup basketball or recreation games with the kids. Each role helps create a positive and engaging environment that empowers our members to reach their full potential​​.

Referral will be made to the Executive Director of Boys and Girls Club of the Tennessee Valley-Anderson County for initiation of their approval process.

Volunteers can make a difference by helping out at special Club events like Fall Festivals, Club beautification projects,  or Teens Night Out, creating memorable experiences for our members.

Referral will be made to the Executive Director of Boys and Girls Club of Tennessee Valley-Anderson County for initiation of their approval process.

Help bring history to life as a docent guide at the Mallory- Neely Home located in the Victorian Village Historic District. The Mallory-Neely Home is one of Memphis' treasured historic sites. It is all the more special in that it retains all of the original historic interiors, furniture, and artifacts almost exclusively.

As a guide in this wonderful home, you will offer visitors up close and personal experiences while walking through the home. You will give visitors a glimpse into the lives of a family from over hundred years ago.  Docents will conduct tours and give accurate information on the home and its occupants.  Docents will also assist with special events and serve as a link between the community and guests to the home. Docents must commitment to 4 hours a month on Fridays or Saturdays for one year.  Preferred skills are individuals with a desire to work with the public and an interest in history. For more information, please contact Janie Best Paraham at janie.paraham@memphistn.gov or 901.636.2438

ABOUT THE STORE: The Store operates as a free grocery store allowing people to shop for their basic needs. Our mission is to nourish communities and cultivate hope by providing nutritious food choices and access to supportive services in a dignified, loving environment. This volunteer opportunity will allow you to make a tangible impact upon the local community. You'll be helping provide wholesome food to families and the food insecure in a welcoming environment while protecting dignity and fostering hope.

GARDEN HELPERS: The Store has partnered with the Edgehill Community Gardens and has a dedicated garden plot for us to grow produce. We use this to stock our fresh produce section. We are looking for volunteers who can help with general garden bed maintenance, which could include weeding, tilling, planting, watering, harvesting and other miscellaneous garden tasks.

SIGN UPS: We utilize our own website to organize sign ups for our volunteer opportunities. In addition to responding to this Need in Get Connected, volunteers must go to The Store's volunteer website to sign up for specific days and times, linked here.

https://volunteers.thestore.org/

Please do not show up to volunteer without having first signed up for a shift on our website.

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.

Our emergency food pantry is partially stocked with donations from local grocery stores. We are required to pick-up those donations on an ongoing basis. We are seeking individuals to pick up food donations from local grocery stores.

We currently have two dedicated volunteers for this project who are taking some time off for the summer, so we need your help! 

Days and Times:

We have pick-ups at locations on North Broadway and near the university on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Pick-ups occur in the mornings sometime between 9:30 am and noon. Typically the whole process from arrival to departure takes about 1 1/2 hours., so the start time is somewhat flexible. Volunteers may choose any one of these days or multiple days per week.

We are seeking volunteers who can be here at least one morning per week, although we know that sometimes there will be changes to a regular schedule.

We also need substitute drivers who can fill in when our regular drivers aren't available.

Background Checks:

Note that volunteers will drive Salvation Army vehicles for the pick-ups (either a mini-van or a full-size pick-up truck). For that reason, all volunteers for this project must be background checked and we must pull a driving record. 

Please contact Tracy Weber directly to discuss this meaningful volunteer opportunity!

865-378-5651

tracy.weber@uss.SalvationArmy.org

Volunteers have always been an important part of our state's official outdoor drama, Liberty!

Support staff and students during programming hours by assisting in activity rooms, helping serve snacks, supervising shared spaces, and providing extra support when programs are busy. These volunteers help create a safe environment for our community. (If there is anything specific you would like to do to help like reading to the children, helping with homework, or using a specific program area gift you have please let us know).

Interests and Abilities: Enjoys working with children and supporting group activities. Friendly, patient, and approachable. Comfortable in a fast paced environment. Takes pride in helping create a positive atmosphere.

Qualifications: Ability to communicate respectfully with children and staff. Comfortable assisting in a childcare facility. Ability to follow safety procedures and staff directions. Reliable and dependable.

Assist with the upkeep, cleanliness, organization, and improvement of shared facility spaces. This role will help create a safe, welcoming, and functional environment by supporting cleaning projects, moving supplies, organizing materials, and assisting with general maintenance tasks inside and outside.

Interests and abilities: Enjoys hands-on projects such as deep cleaning and organizing. Able to follow directions and complete tasks independently. Willing to assist with setting up, moving items, and facility improvement projects. Positive attitude and dependable work ethic.

Qualifications: Comfortable standing, walking, and working for extended periods. Reliable and punctual. Able to work independently on projects.

Description: Assist with sorting, labeling, and organizing materials throughout the facility. These Volunteers will help improve efficiency by creating organized and accessible spaces.

Interests and abilities:  Enjoys organizing and categorizing materials throughout the facility. Detail oriented and dependable.

Qualifications: Basic organizational skills. Ability to lift and move light supplies or boxes. Reliable and able to follow directions.

Support the upkeep, repair, and general maintenance of indoor and outdoor spaces by assisting with basic maintenance tasks, equipment setup, repairs, painting, and cleanup. These volunteers will help maintain safe, clean, and functional environments for our community.

Interests and abilities: Enjoys hands- on work and repair projects. Comfortable using basic tools. Interested in building, fixing, and improving spaces inside and outside.

Qualifications: Basic knowledge of hand tools and maintenance equipment. Ability to safely use tools.

We are seeking a dependable and skilled volunteer to assist with facility and property improvement projects that go beyond general maintenance. This role includes repairing fencing, dugouts, tables, and other materials on sight as needed. We provide the project ideas and needs, and volunteers help bring those improvements to life through quality workmanship and hands-on support.

Interests and Abilities: Enjoys hands-on repair and building improvement projects. Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively. Comfortable working outdoors. Able to complete tasks related to construction and repairs.

Qualifications: Experience with carpentry, construction, and repair type work. General knowledge of building materials and tasks. Ability to complete projects with attention to safety and quality. Access to personal tools and equipment preferred.

Support the development and upkeep of creative art projects around the facility. Projects can range from murals, bulletin boards, ceiling tiles, fence designs and signage. Responsibilities will include helping plan and sketch design ideas, preparing and organizing materials, painting, and assembling artwork. Volunteers may also help update existing displays, ensure visuals remain neat and contribute creative input to ongoing and future projects.   

Interests and abilities: Interest in visual arts such as painting, design, or mixed media. Enjoyment of collaborative and hands-on creative projects. Ability to follow design ideas and contribute artistic input when appropriate. Attention to detail, especially in layout, lettering, and color use. Ability to work well in team settings and independently. Organized and responsible with art materials and workspace upkeep.

Qualifications: Reliable and able to participate consistently in projects. Ability to follow instructions and contribute to group plans. Comfortable working with paint, paper, markers, and other art materials. Positive attitude toward creativity, collaboration, and community artwork.

Help Friends of Literacy spread a love of reading by donating your new or gently used children's books. 

What kinds of books do we use?

Books may be dropped off at their office at :

4630 Holston Drive Knoxville, TN 37914 Inside Macedonia United Methodist Church

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.

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.

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.

Every Tuesday evening the Salvation Army of Sevierville's Club Red Shield provides an accepting, positive, and challenging environment where young people of every background have a safe place to learn and grow. We are seeking volunteers who can lead basic music classes for our youth in this fun club!

If you can provide instruction for half an hour Tuesday evenings sometime between 5 pm and 7 pm, we want to hear from you! The type of class you provide depends on your instrument(s) of choice and the availability of instruments for our youth.

Details:

Tuesday Evenings

30 minute class

Location: The Salvation Army of Sevierville, 806 W. Main St.

Reach out if this sounds like fun to you!

All those interested must FIRST contact us to make arrangements and discuss details.

Email: Tracy.Weber@uss.salvationarmy.org 

Phone: 865-378-5651

(Please note that this volunteer position requires a background check.)

Role: Event Day Operations Lead (Volunteer)

What they do

This role is ongoing for special events like Juneteenth: Bridging Communities and Imagination Fest. The goal is to make this a grant funded role in time.  This role might require some light admin work like phone calling for an hour or two a week before festival launch. Most of the work will be done for one day for each festival.  The Event Day Operations Lead is the on-the-ground right hand for the event. They help keep the day running smoothly by coordinating volunteers, keeping activities on schedule, supporting vendors/partners, and troubleshooting small issues so the event lead can focus on programming, partnerships, and overall leadership.

Key responsibilities

What success looks like

We need someone who can replace air filters in multiple houses and replace light bulbs that are very high. 

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.

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.

Brick Dinos are at The Pink Palace Museum 

Volunteers needed for Thursday, August 20, 2026

1:30pm-5:00pm

Become a Pink Palace Museum Learning Docent and dive into an exciting journey of discovery at the Pink Palace Museum. Our Learning Docents help to preserve local history and stories and ignite a passion for learning for people of all ages through hands-on activities, arts and crafts, and discovery tables. 

                             Docents must be 16 years and over to volunteer.

This is a great community service opportunity for companies, groups, TnAchieves students, school community services hours, and lifelong long learners. 

For more information or to volunteer, please contact Janie Best Paraham at janie.paraham@memphistn.gov or 901.636.2438. The next volunteer date is Thursday, August 20, 2026. Hope to see you there.

CASA volunteers serve as trained advocates for children involved in the foster care system due to abuse or neglect. Volunteers build supportive relationships with children, gather information from families and professionals, monitor case progress, and provide informed recommendations to the court to help ensure each child’s best interests, safety, and permanency needs are met.

Help us prep and prepare antique football helmets to support our upcoming club renovations campaign. We envision painting and adding small emblems and designs that represent our club activities, mission, and programs to display throughout the facility during our grand re-opening. We have over 100 helmets and this will take a team up to 5 to commit and execute.

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! 

About Reflection Riding: Set on 300 breathtaking acres just 10 minutes from downtown Chattanooga, Reflection Riding is part public park, part nature center, part wild lands, and all outdoor learning. They restore the vital connection between people and nature — believing that everyone, regardless of where they live or their economic status, deserves the opportunity to experience the outdoors. When nature is accessible to all, Chattanooga becomes stronger and more connected. And when young people learn to appreciate the natural world, they become lifelong champions for it. Reflection Riding is home to a native plant nursery, wildlife sanctuary, arboretum, and environmental education programs that serve thousands of visitors each year.

Volunteering With Us Reflection Riding thrives because of dedicated community volunteers who give their time and talents to support our mission. Whether you're a plant enthusiast, animal lover, people person, or skilled tradesperson, there's a meaningful role for you here.

Volunteer Opportunities Include:

How to Apply: Interested volunteers can apply online or reach out directly to Logan Epperson, Volunteer and Donor Engagement Manager, at logan@reflectionriding.or.  

What will I be doing?

What should I wear?

Instructions Upon Arrival:

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

Hands On Nashville | Food Pantry Volunteer #sharing

We are looking for dedicated and passionate volunteers to help support our mission of guiding refugees as they move on a path from surviving to thriving through our mentorship program.
We'll match you with a client to meet with as a mentor at least once a month for 3-6 months.

Mentorship could include opportunities such as helping a client schedule appointments, providing transportation to a store or food bank, or simply sitting in their home to have tea and practice English. 

A background check is required and orientation provided

Contact Park Staff to set up a volunteer opportunity. Trail Cleanups, Disc golf Course cleanup, and more.

This is an ongoing opportunity for individual regular volunteers or members of Friends of Long Hunter SP.  This opportunity will be used to record general park maintenance activities including but not limited to the following examples:

This opportunity is on-going and we ask that you submit your volunteer hours.  

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.

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.

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.

We are in need of someone who has experience with large appliance maintenance ( e.g. refridgerator, washer, dryer, dishwasher, etc). 

We are currently preparing to renovate a ministry-owned home that will be used as transitional housing for individuals working toward stability and independent living. Before the home can safely serve residents, it needs renovation support, materials, and skilled construction partners.

We are not asking one company or individual to carry the entire renovation. We are seeking partners who may be willing to help through donated materials, discounted services, a project walkthrough, skilled labor, sponsorship of one renovation phase, or introductions to trusted trades.

Do you have experience with coding, electronics, robotics, or digital technology? Girl Scouts of Southern Appalachians is looking for volunteers to help facilitate STEM experiences using our Raspberry Pi equipment.

Whether you can lead a single workshop, assist with a troop meeting, or develop a series of activities, your expertise can help girls discover new interests and build confidence in technology.

Volunteers can help girls earn STEM badges while exploring real-world technology skills. The Girl Scout Badge Explorer allows you to search badges by grade level, topic, and interest area to find programs that match your expertise.

Explore STEM badges and awards: Girl Scout Badge Explorer

To ensure the safety of our members, all adults facilitating programs with Girl Scouts must:

Our team will guide you through each step of the process.

If you're passionate about technology and enjoy sharing your knowledge, we'll help you get started.

Help girls become coders, creators, problem-solvers, and innovators while making a meaningful impact in your community.

Administrative (Office) Volunteers support hospice staff through office and clerical tasks that help our team better serve patients and families. This is a great opportunity for someone who is organized, dependable, and looking to make a meaningful impact behind the scenes.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Qualifications:

Why Volunteer?

Gain nonprofit and healthcare experience while supporting compassionate hospice care for patients and families in your community.

Location: Sevier and Blount Counties

Commitment: 1–2 hours per month

Reports To: Volunteer Coordinator

Companionship (a.k.a Direct Care) Volunteers support hospice patients and families through companionship and social interaction.

What does this mean? You get to be someone's friend! It's as easy as showing up and watching a movie, playing bingo, or listening to a story. You don't need to have experience to make a huge impact.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Qualifications:

Why Volunteer?

Volunteering with Gentiva is an opportunity to perform a deeply impactful act of compassion through Grace 

Help Create a Welcoming First Step Toward Care and Stability

The Salvation Army of Knoxville is preparing to open a Community Care Hub in its vacant building located on its campus on North Broadway St. This is a new initiative designed bring together service providers and community agencies that will work together to connect individuals experiencing homelessness and housing instability with healthcare and other vital community resources.

We are seeking dependable volunteers to serve as the first point of contact for guests visiting the center. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys meeting people, has a welcoming personality, and believes every person deserves to be treated with dignity and respect.

What You'll Do

What We're Looking For

Many people who enjoy this type of volunteer work come from backgrounds such as education, healthcare, social services, ministry, public service, or customer service. However, no specific professional experience is required—just a welcoming attitude, patience, and a desire to help others.

Time Commitment

The pilot phase of the Community Care Hub is operating on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Volunteers may serve daily, weekly, bi-weekly, or on a schedule that works for them.

Why This Matters

For many guests, the person who greets them at the door sets the tone for their entire experience. A welcoming smile, a calm presence, and a few moments of kindness can help someone take an important step toward healthcare, recovery, housing, and greater stability.

By serving in this volunteer role, you'll help create a place where people feel respected, supported, and connected to resources that can change lives.

Interested in learning more? Contact Tracy Weber at tracy.weber@uss.salvationarmy.org or at (865) 378-5651.

Be a Friendly Face and a Positive Presence

The Salvation Army's Community Care Hub brings service providers and community agencies together to  connect individuals experiencing homelessness and housing instability with health services and other essential community resources.

Community Engagement Volunteers help create a welcoming environment where guests feel respected, supported, and connected. Through simple conversations, encouragement, and a consistent presence, volunteers help build trust while supporting the overall operation of the center.

What You'll Do

What We're Looking For

Who Might Enjoy This Role?

This opportunity may be especially rewarding for retired educators, healthcare professionals, social workers, clergy, military veterans, community volunteers, mentors, or anyone who enjoys building relationships and encouraging others.

Time Commitment

The pilot phase of the Community Care Hub is operating on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Volunteers may serve daily, weekly, bi-weekly, or on a schedule that works for them.

Why This Matters

Many individuals who visit the Community Care Hub have experienced isolation, instability, or barriers that make it difficult to access the support they need. Sometimes a simple conversation, a listening ear, or a familiar face can make all the difference.

By serving in this role, you'll help create a place where people are treated with dignity, encouraged to take positive next steps, and connected to resources that can improve their health and well-being.

Interested in learning more? Contact Tracy Weber at tracy.weber@uss.salvationarmy.org or at 865-335-4761.

Organization: Southwest Tennessee Development District Office of Aging and Disability (SWTDD)

A simple meal can mean so much more than food—it can provide comfort, connection, and peace of mind to a senior living independently. Join our team of Home-Delivered Meal Drivers and help ensure older adults in Madison County receive nutritious meals along with a friendly face each week.

We're looking for individuals who are:

Your weekly delivery is about more than a meal. For many seniors, your visit may be the only personal interaction they have that day. By volunteering, you'll help older adults remain healthy, independent, and connected while providing reassurance that someone in the community cares.

One hour. One route. A lasting impact. Join us in delivering nourishment, independence, and hope to seniors throughout Madison County.

Volunteers are needed to observe the courts and learn what is happening behind the headlines. Our Court Watch program is a great introduction into the judicial system and how the courts work. We look for inefficiencies and trends so that we can hold the courts accountable.

Safe Families for Children, a program of Bethany Christian Services, is seeking compassionate families to open their homes to children whose parents are experiencing a temporary crisis. By becoming a Host Family, you provide a safe, loving environment while parents work toward stability and address challenges such as illness, homelessness, job loss, hospitalization, or other emergencies.

Hosting is temporary, voluntary, and focused on keeping families together. Hostings can last anywhere from a few nights to three months, depending on the family's needs and circumstances. Parents maintain custody of their children throughout the hosting period, while Safe Families staff and volunteers provide ongoing support to both the child and the parent.

As a Host Family, you will:

Volunteer Requirements

To ensure the safety and well-being of every child, all Host Families must complete the following approval process:

No prior parenting or foster care experience is required. Safe Families provides training, guidance, and ongoing support throughout your volunteer journey.

If you have room in your home and heart to care for a child during a family's time of need, we invite you to join our community of Host Families and make a lasting difference in the lives of children and parents in our community.

Safe Families for Children, a program of Bethany Christian Services, is seeking compassionate volunteers to serve as Family Coaches.

Family Coaches come alongside parents experiencing temporary challenges, offering encouragement, accountability, and practical guidance as they work toward their goals and build long-term stability. Family Coaches develop supportive relationships that help parents feel seen, valued, and empowered. By listening, encouraging, and helping parents stay focused on their goals, Family Coaches play a vital role in strengthening families and preventing unnecessary foster care placements.

As a Family Coach, you will:

Volunteer Requirements

To ensure the safety and well-being of the families we serve, all Family Coaches must complete the following approval process:

No professional coaching or counseling experience is required. Safe Families provides training, ongoing support, and resources to equip you for this meaningful volunteer role. If you have a heart for encouraging others and a desire to help families thrive, we invite you to become a Family Coach and make a lasting impact in the lives of parents and children in our community.

Safe Families for Children, a program of Bethany Christian Services, is seeking caring volunteers to serve as Family Friends. Family Friends come alongside parents experiencing temporary challenges by offering encouragement, practical support, and meaningful friendship. Through consistent relationships, Family Friends help reduce isolation, build community, and remind parents they are not alone.

Whether it's sharing a meal, helping with errands, providing transportation, or simply being a listening ear, Family Friends make a lasting difference through small acts of kindness and faithful presence. By walking alongside parents during difficult seasons, Family Friends help strengthen families and prevent unnecessary foster care placements.

As a Family Friend, you will:

Volunteer Requirements

To ensure the safety and well-being of the families we serve, all Family Friends must complete the following approval process:

No professional experience is required. Safe Families provides training, guidance, and ongoing support to equip you to serve with confidence. If you have a heart for building relationships and encouraging others through life's challenges, we invite you to become a Family Friend and help create a community where families can thrive together.

The READ Team began in 2014 and currently serves three Jackson-Madison County schools: Alexander, Arlington, and Lincoln.

The program pairs volunteer coaches with second grade students to help improve their sight word recognition. On average, students participating in The READ Team increase their sight word recognition by 290% in just one school year.

Lincoln Elementary on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:45-9:45

READ Team coaches have the flexibility to volunteer one day each week or both scheduled days at their assigned school. The program runs from September through April and follows the participating schools' calendar, observing the same holidays and school breaks as students.

Each Read Team Coach is required to attend a mandatory orientation or refresher (returning coaches) with our Head Coaches. 

The READ Team began in 2014 and currently serves three Jackson-Madison County schools: Alexander, Arlington, and Lincoln.

The program pairs volunteer coaches with second grade students to help improve their sight word recognition. On average, students participating in The READ Team increase their sight word recognition by 290% in just one school year.

Arlington Elementary on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:40-10:40

READ Team coaches have the flexibility to volunteer one day each week or both scheduled days at their assigned school. The program runs from September through April and follows the participating schools' calendar, observing the same holidays and school breaks as students.

Each Read Team Coach is required to attend a mandatory orientation or refresher (returning coaches) with our Head Coaches. 

The READ Team began in 2014 and currently serves three Jackson-Madison County schools: Alexander, Arlington, and Lincoln.

The program pairs volunteer coaches with second grade students to help improve their sight word recognition. On average, students participating with The READ Team increase their sight word recognition by 290% in just one school year.

Alexander/JCM Elementary on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00-3:00 

READ Team coaches have the flexibility to volunteer one day each week or both scheduled days at their assigned school. The program runs from September through April and follows the participating schools' calendar, observing the same holidays and school breaks as students.

Each Read Team Coach is required to attend a mandatory orientation or refresher (returning coaches) with our Head Coaches.