Needs From: Volunteer Tennessee

SUMMARY:

We are looking for volunteers to ride along with our Food Rescue Staff Members.

* In order to be accepted for this opportunity, please sign up and await confirmation for interview and paperwork instructions.

Our Food Rescue Drivers are responsible for safely and efficiently picking up donated products from various donors such as, grocery stores, restaurants, farmers, caterers, etc. Donated products are delivered to partner agencies (food pantries, shelters, senior and disabled housing facilities, etc.,) or brought back to Second Harvest Food Bank for distribution. Food Rescue Drivers and volunteers are required to positively act as an ambassador for Second Harvest Food Bank to maintain and build donor relationships, agency partnerships, and community support.

VOLUNTEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

Represent Second Harvest Food Bank in a professional, positive, and efficient manner to increase our distribution abilities, enhance donor relationships and improve partner agency satisfaction.

Work with Staff to safely and efficiently pick up a wide variety of donated products from grocery stores, restaurants, farmers, caterers, etc. on regular reoccurring routes. Food Rescue Drivers will from time to time be asked to pick up “call in” donations in addition to the regular route.

Work with Staff to adjust route accordingly to maximize time, meet the needs of our donors and our partner agencies. Specified times will apply.

Work with Staff to deliver donated goods to partner agencies (churches, shelters, senior housing facilities, schools, etc.) for distribution to the community or bring back to Second Harvest Food Bank for distribution.

Work with Staff to complete accurate reports for donations received and donations delivered daily and provide this documentation to designated staff.

Work with Staff to Provide excellent customer service and communication to donors and partner agencies (grocery stores, restaurants, farmers, caterers, schools, churches, senior centers, etc.) including a timely response to phone calls and emails.

Work with Staff to maintain a clean truck (cab of truck and food storage box) and any other equipment (pallet jacks, hand trucks/dollies, etc.)

 Have fun and enjoy getting to know our drivers, our donors, our agencies, and our food rescue program.

REQUIRMENTS:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a volunteer to successfully perform the essential functions of this volunteer position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 While performing the duties of this volunteer position, the volunteer is regularly required to use hands to; handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms.  The volunteer is required to stand; walk; sit; the volunteer is required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.  The volunteer must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds using proper lifting techniques, frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds using proper lifting techniques, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds using proper lifting techniques. The volunteer must be able to bend, squat, and reach overhead repeatedly. Specific vision abilities required by this volunteer position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.  The volunteer must also be able to work in varying weather conditions and temperatures.

Trails need continued maintenance.  Tims Ford State Park has many miles of trails that have to be kept in good shape.  This is an ongoing need.  If you would like to volunteer to do trail maintenance please reach out to the park and we will set you up with a needed trail maintenance task.  Thank you in advance!

Do you have a specific reason you need to volunteer? Is work, school, or something else entirely telling you that you need to log some hours somewhere? Are you simply bored and want to be both not bored AND productive? Do not fear, we have just the opportunities for you! Just give us a call (901-543-7581) or email Ranger Wheatley (clarence.wheatley@tn.gov) and we can create a volunteer opportunity that most interests you! We have opportunities involving trash pick-up, invasive plant removal, general cleaning services, gardening, program set-up, painting, trail work, animal care and much more!

*Job opportunities also available through ETHRA (age 55+) and American Job Center grants.  Contact us for more information.  

Join MIFA's Meals on Wheels Volunteer Family, and help deliver meals to seniors, primarily elderly women in single family homes, who are home-bound for reasons of age and infirmity. Make a tangible difference you can see in real time in the life of our senior clients- each time you hand them a hot, nourishing meal, ask them how they are doing and spread some sunshine into their day!

Meals on Wheels runs every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings. Volunteers arrive between 9am to 10 am to pick up their clients' meals and deliver them with a smile. Each route consists of 10-20 seniors and takes between 1.5-2 hours. However, each route gives you 3 service hours credit.

If you have a few hours free each week or one or two days free monthly, consider spending them with Memphis seniors! Many of our volunteers have been helping our clients for decades. Many grew up accompanying their grandparents or parents, and now bring their children.

Volunteers must have reliable transportation, and the driver must have a current driver's license. If interested, please respond above and MIFA will email you the link to our volunteer application and training videos or you may visit our website for more information and fill out an application while there: https://community.mifa.org/mealsstarthere

***Please note that a background check IS required, and you must wait until the check is completed before coming in to deliver!

(Not available Monday-Wednesday but have some free time Thursday morning? If so, help MIFA's paid drive team deliver frozen boxes to our Meals on Wheels clients. Each route consists of 10-15 clients. After we process your application, let the volunteer team know you are interested in our Thursday opportunity.)

Do you have a heart for seniors? Are you protective by nature?

If yes, then become a Volunteer Ombudsman Representative- "ombudsman" is a fancy way of saying advocate.
 
Advocate for the rights of residents living in nursing homes, assisted-living facilities, and residential care homes in Shelby, Fayette, Tipton, and Lauderdale counties.

Trained volunteers pay regular visits to these facilities, where they spend time with residents, monitor conditions, investigate complaints, and protect residents' rights!

If interested, please respond above and MIFA will email you the link to our volunteer application and training videos or you may go to our website for more information and fill out the applicaton from there: https://community.mifa.org/vorstarthere

***Please note that a background check is required and you must have your own transportation.

Are you personable, and do you enjoy chatting on the phone? If yes, MIFA has the perfect volunteer opportunity for you that can be done in the comfort of your home!

On Thursdays and Fridays, our MiPhone Buddy volunteers call up to 10 of our senior homebound clients who receive Meals on Wheels. They check-in and let them know we are thinking of them - and provide some sunshine in their, many times, isolated day! Encouraging words can make all the difference! Please respond to this need and MIFA will send you the link to our website or visit our website for more information and fill out an application while there: https://community.mifa.org/phonebuddystarthere

***A minimum 3-month commitment and background check is required.

The Memphis Crisis Center needs volunteers that are compassionate and reliable to answer our 24/7 crisis hotline. Free training is provided.  Must be 18+ to volunteer.  Morning (7:30AM-1:00PM), Afternoon (1:00PM-5:30PM) , Evening (5:30PM-11:00PM), and Overnight (11:00PM-7:30AM) shifts available.  We ask volunteers to sign up for recurring shifts, a minimum of once every other week.

We NEED VOLUNTEERS.  Most calls are simple emotional support calls.  We train you how to handle more serious calls. 

Barnabas Vision is in need of donated items that go in our encouragement bags. These bags contain items listed below that we give out to people in need. Please contact (615) 556-5134 if you are interested in donating! 

Items needed:

Hotel Sized- lotion, soap, shampoo, deodorant 

Water bottles

Granola/ protein bars

Combs

Wipes

Toothbrushes 

Tooth Paste

Hand Warmers

Rover Passes

Our mission is to provide a wide range of thoughtful and fundamental services to families and children during the critical phase of a medical crisis. We serve families referred by medical agencies, by building a network of services and people who ease the burden of life’s day-to-day obligations with compassion and care.
 
Volunteers can support families in many ways through There With Care Middle Tennessee. One essential way to volunteer is to connect directly with the families we serve by coordinating and completing scheduled deliveries of care packages to Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt as well as to The Children's Hospital at TriStar Centennial. These volunteers will be required to complete an additional training and background check prior to beginning service to families. Volunteers can also help by sorting and bundling baby clothes, organizing donations, creating care packages, helping with administrative tasks, and more. If you are interested in volunteering, please express interest below.
 
Volunteers are also needed to:

 
These opportunities can be scheduled on a flexible, ongoing basis.
There With Care of Middle Tennessee is grateful to the volunteers who generously give their time and care to support the families we serve.
 
* COVID-19 POLICIES: There With Care facilities are now fully vaccinated for all working within our spaces. As always, please take precautions and refrain from volunteering if you are feeling sick, have any COVID-19 symptoms or have been exposed to someone with COVID-19.
 
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As Nashville continues to reopen, Hands On Nashville hopes you will come out and volunteer with one of our terrific partner organizations. Please note any projects, gathering limits, and safety protocols put in place are at the discretion of our partner organizations.  
  
Please see Mayor John Cooper’s Road for Reopening Nashville here.  
Please see current CDC COVID recommendation here.  
  
We have asked our partners to update their posting language to reflect their current COVID guidelines. If you have any questions in general, or you don’t see details, you can reach out to the opportunity coordinator via the link next to their name below.  
 
With that being said, we acknowledge that everyone has their own comfort level with regards to being out in the world with respect to the current pandemic. If you go to a project, and feel unsafe, please speak to on-site representative and let HON know – your feedback is invaluable, and we work to keep everyone safe while meeting urgent needs in the community. 

The Junior League of Knoxville accepts new members every spring, and our application period is now open. When new members apply, they are invited to join a year-long course that provides them with the tools and information they’ll need to play a crucial role in the Junior League of Knoxville.

Junior League of Knoxville’s Eligibility Requirements

Eligible and Ready to Apply?
Click here to apply: https://knoxville.jl.org/join-us/.

If you would like to connect with a member directly to learn more about JLK membership, please send us an email at hq@jlknoxville.org with the subject: Prospective New Member Inquiry and your contact information so that someone from the Membership Committee can reach out to you.

SEXUAL ASSAULT ADVOCACY

Volunteer Position Description

AREA: Sexual Assault Services | Off-site and On-site

PURPOSE & IMPACT: Sexual Assault Advocates have the important job of taking calls from the Sexual Assault Crisis Support Line and/or local hospital(s). Advocates will help survivors with the resources needed to make effective decisions and assist them in navigating crisis, or simply answer questions regarding the services that we offer. Sexual Assault Advocates may also accompany recent survivors at the Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Center on-site SAFE room (sexual assault forensic exam room) or a local hospital Emergency Room if the survivor is in need of having a rape kit / sexual assault examination completed.  

*Hospital accompaniment is subject to COVID health and safety restrictions.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES NEEDED:

COMMITMENT NEEDED:

While we understand life circumstances change we do ask our Volunteer Sexual Assault Advocates to;

IMPORTANT INFO & FAQ’S:

TRAINING & REQUIREMENTS:

FUN PERKS:

Being a vital connection between clients and community, meeting others with similar interests, learning and acquiring new skills in crisis work, and making a difference in the life of another person.

SHELTER SUPPORTER

Volunteer Position Description

AREA: Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Center's Emergency Safe Shelter (The Bernard House) | On-site

PURPOSE & IMPACT: The Safe Shelter Supporter has the important role of assisting with day-to-day operations of The Bernard House through donation organization, room cleanings for new families, helping with on-site special events, or other needs that may arise for the individuals and families in shelter.

*On-site volunteer opportunities are subject to COVID health and safety restrictions.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES NEEDED:

COMMITMENT NEEDED:

Flexible! Mostly week-day work. Preferably willing to commit to the program for at least 3 months.

TRAINING & REQUIREMENTS:

FUN PERKS:

Being a vital connection between clients and community, meeting others with similar interests, learning and acquiring new skills in crisis work, helping with the overall agency mission, and making a difference in the life of another person.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SHELTER CRISIS LINE VOLUNTEER

Volunteer Position Description

AREA: Emergency Safe Shelter – The Bernard House, Crisis Line | Off-site & On-site

PURPOSE & IMPACT: The Domestic Violence & Shelter Crisis Line Volunteer has the vital role of answering calls from the community and victims that pertain to domestic violence and program services. These volunteers help survivors with the resources needed to make effective decisions and assist them in navigating crisis, or simply answer questions regarding the services that we offer.

*On-site volunteer opportunities are subject to COVID health and safety restrictions.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES NEEDED:

COMMITMENT NEEDED:

Flexible! Mostly after normal business hours. Preferably willing to commit to the program for at least 3 months.

TRAINING & REQUIREMENTS:

FUN PERKS:

Being a vital connection between clients and community, meeting others with similar interests, learning and acquiring new skills in crisis work, helping with the overall agency mission, and making a difference in the life of another person.

UCAN of Memphis mission is to strengthen young adolescents through mentoring, workforce development and bullying awareness which will bring forth a positive growth in the community.

General Description:     

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We are always looking for people who are passionate about Good Neighbors and would like to join our Board of Directors. If you would like to be considered as a board member, please click the link below and send us some information. We will be in touch about your application very soon! 

Meetings are typically third Monday of the month, from 6PM to 7:15PM

https://www.goodneighborsbc.org/donate

Mental health is a top concern in our communities. As a Crisis Text Line volunteer, you can help provide support to people struggling with anxiety, depression, loneliness, stress, and other difficult situations affecting their mental health. What’s best about this opportunity is that it is fully remote, which means you can be a changemaker for someone from the comfort of your couch.  

Crisis Text Line provides free, confidential, 24/7, text-message-based support for people in crisis in English and Spanish. Our service is powered by volunteer Crisis Counselors who have received our training and are equipped to support others in their moments of need through active listening techniques, de-escalation strategies and empathy.

Our service is powered by volunteer Crisis Counselors who have received our training and are equipped to support others in their moments of need through active listening techniques, de-escalation strategies and empathy.

Volunteering at Crisis Text Line is a significant and rewarding experience. As you learn how to empathize with people’s unique struggles through collaborative problem solving, you may find yourself developing new skills in communication and self-awareness that can benefit both your personal relationships and professional life while making a positive impact in the lives of others.

Take the first step today towards bettering yourself while making a significant difference in our community!

To learn more, or if you have any questions, please visit our website or send us an email. We can't wait for you to join our amazing network of volunteers.

Crisis Text Line is an equal opportunity organization. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and volunteer Crisis Counselors.

The mission of Communities In Schools of Memphis (CIS of Memphis) is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.

This year, we at CIS of Memphis challenge you to consider joining us in doing for others by becoming a member of our Board of Directors. You will become a part of a movement for equitable outcomes for children and families in Memphis and beyond!

Our aim is to ensure that our board composition reflects the diversity of our community across many dimensions. Toward that end, we are asking you to provide a variety of details which will help create a more robust profile of you as a board member candidate. Tell us much as you’d like about who you are and why you’d be a great fit for Communities In Schools of Memphis, also known as CIS of Memphis!

Please use the following link to complete the form and become a part of our family of equity dreamers!

https://bit.ly/cismboard

Home Repair Volunteers work on homes to perform home repair projects that have met the qualifications for the Home Repair Program.  Volunteers will work closely with the Home Repair Project Manager to ensure quality work is done, site safety is maintained, and open communication before, during and after a project. Critical home repairs would remain incomplete without the time and leadership of the Volunteers.

Volunteer projects are generally completed every Thursday, weather permitting. The work write-up is sent ahead of time to assign the project for the week. Contact Project Manager Bobby Eason to be added to the distribution list (bobby@blounthabitat.org).

All volunteers must meet with the BCHFH Home Repair Project Manager before working onsite to learn more about the volunteer opportunity and to sign the required Volunteer Registration Form and Privacy Policy.

Chattanooga Audubon Society's Visitor Center serves as a hub for education, advocacy, and community engagement. Volunteers find themselves immersed in a vibrant atmosphere, surrounded by passionate individuals who share a love for nature and conservation.

As a Visitor Center Greeter, your role is vital in creating an unforgettable experience for every guest. You'll be their go-to guide, sharing your knowledge and enthusiasm for the trails that wind through the picturesque landscapes. Offering personalized recommendations, you'll help visitors choose the perfect trail to embark upon. But that's not all! As you greet and engage with guests, you'll have the chance to delve into the fascinating history of Audubon Acres. From tales of the legendary Robert Sparks Walker Cabin to the captivating stories of the land's indigenous people, you'll weave a narrative that transports visitors back in time and ignites their curiosity.

So, if you're ready to be a part of something extraordinary, to share the beauty of nature and the allure of history, become a Visitor Center Greeter at the Chattanooga Audubon Society. The impact of volunteers is felt far beyond the center itself. By promoting environmental stewardship and fostering a deep connection with nature, volunteers become catalysts for change in the community. Their enthusiasm, knowledge, and dedication leave visitors in awe and inspire others to embrace sustainable living and protect the natural wonders that surround us.

*Visitor’s Center volunteers also handle tasks such as answering the phone, running the cash register, and providing guests with information about the land and trails.

Shifts are 9:00am-1:00pm or 1:00pm-5:00pm

Due to the nature of this role, we ask that you commit to one 4-hour shift per week for a minimum of 3 months. Weekend Volunteers are asked to commit to 2 Saturdays per month. This frees up our staff to work on programming, administrative work, and other tasks that require them to be away from the visitor’s center.
To apply, please contact Jessica Whitehorn at jwhitehorn@chattaudubon.org.

All those interested in Volunteering will go through at least 5 days of training. We ask that at least 2 of those training days be on a week day if possible. 

The Mental Health Association of East Tennessee has tables at a variety of community events both in and outside of Blount County. If you are interested in working an event and sharing about the services an programs that MHAET provides and speaking to others about mental health, please get in touch. Events vary in dates and time length, but there are many weekend events and typical time commitment can be anywhere from 2 hours to 6 hours depending on the event and travel time. 

If you are searching for a way to make a difference in the lives of others, You Belong Here!  Hospice volunteers are a valuable part of our care team.  You can sign up for volunteer assignments based on your interests and preferences.  You will receive volunteer orientation training to help improve the quality of life for others.  Our volunteer opportunities include but aren't limited to providing companionship at a patient's bedside, making phone calls, hosting activities (Bingo, Arts & Crafts or Music Therapy), administrative duties, running errands and attending community events.  Our agency offers veteran-to-veteran opportunities and participates in the national We Honor Veterans program.  Our volunteer coordinator will help you discover the best fit for you.

Volunteer Requirements:  Volunteer Application, Certiphi Background Check, Drug Screen, TB Skin Test and COVID-19 Vaccination.  Our agency covers the cost of background check, drug screen and TB skin test. 

Volunteer Shifts:  9am-11am, 11am-1pm, 1pm-3pm or 3pm-5pm

Volunteer Service Areas:  Benton County, De Soto County, Marshall County, Tate County and Tunica County.

Please contact Deenean "Dee" Wilson-Henderson, Volunteer Coordinator at d.wilsonhenderson@southerncareinc.com or (662) 349-3430 ext. 28366, if you have any questions or need additional information. 

Our friendly drivers bridge the gap of transportation in Sumner County.

Volunteer Drivers provide rides to those who are 60 years or older and no longer drive to get to medical appointments, grocery stores, senior centers and more in their own vehicles!

We provide transportation for riders to a 25 mile radius of Portland. Drivers can pick up rides that fit their schedule. 

We are looking for volunteers who enjoy talking on the phone. With this opportunity we are seeking volunteers to make weekly calls to our patients/families to check on them and make sure that they have no needs going into the weekend.

Requirements;

We are looking for local organizations, businesses, churches, groups of people who want to work together to help end hunger.  We need local sponsors to choose a date and location for a packing event, pay or fund-raise to cover the cost of the meals and arrange for volunteers.  Meal-packing events are fun, enjoyable, helpful to the community and excellent for team-building.

Please contact us with any questions about hosting your own meal packing event to help our hungry neighbors!

Spring into Action!

Provide assistance to meet disaster-caused emergency health needs such as loss of medications, medical equipment, treatment, and health recovery information to victims of hurricanes, tornadoes, and house fires.

What does a Disaster Health Services team do?

You can support local families virtually from the comfort of your home or serve a 2 week deployment at large scale disaster operations.

Required Qualifications:

Girls Gays and Theys needs experienced board members of advocacy nonprofits to better reach our youth.

Skills suggested include:

- experience in nonprofit sector

- good communication skills

- creative problem solving skills

- an ally or member of the LGBTQ+ community

- computer proficient

We are looking for positive adult role models to work with children through neighborhood based Scouting programs. No experience required. Must be 21 years of age, submit to a background check, and agree to the regulations of the Boy Scouts of America.

Help Save Lives with the American Red Cross

Join the Red Cross team as a Blood Transportation Specialist Volunteer and play a critical role in delivering lifesaving blood to patients in need. Using a Red Cross vehicle, you’ll transport blood products from our distribution centers to hospitals — ensuring they arrive safely and on time.

We’re looking for volunteers in:
Memphis, Nashville, Brentwood, Murfreesboro & Clarksville.

Ready to Make a Difference?
Apply Now

Questions? Contact: givetime@redcross.org
Join us and help deliver hope across Tennessee!

Hello, we are embarking on a capital campaign to raise funds to build a new shelter.

Grant writing help is needed at this time to support this campaign, help with grants for shelter current needs, and grants for our spay/neuter program.

Thanks!

Join us as we move forward in our quest to build a new shelter for Monroe County Animals.

The current shelter for dogs and cats is in terrible disrepair.  We need to raise a few million dollars to build a new one.

We have many positions available for people to help.  Can you make phone calls?  Marketing experience and branding? Putting packets together?  Events?  Fundraising experience?  Many more as we move through this process.

Thanks, and we hope you will join us!

Come volunteer at Seven Islands State Birding Park to help with miscellaneous projects, litter pick up, invasive species removal, garden maintenance/weeding, trail maintenance, or special events. If you would like to find out about volunteer opportunities available on days other than scheduled volunteer days, please contact Ranger Stephanie at stephanie.mueller@tn.gov or 865-333-8270. 

If you really care about others and want to help make their lives better, you can be a hospice volunteer. Join our team to make hospice patients and their families, and caregivers happier. Your kindness can really make a big difference. Come and enjoy visiting people who could use some socialization! You can also provide a break for caregivers and be a friendly companion for those who may feel lonely.

Requirements to Volunteer

We're searching for caring friends to provide companionship and socialization for hospice patients. These kind volunteers would give families a break when they have things to do outside their home.

Being a Hospice Volunteer is about showing understanding and being there for others. It's a special way to spread kindness and help those who might need it during difficult times.

Requirements to Volunteer

We need new, lap-sized blankets for dialysis patients to use while undergoing treatment. Dialysis is very chilling and uncomfortable. New, warm blankets are wonderful gifts for our patients.

An individual committed to improving Blount County, and East Tennessee as a whole, with dedication to attend 4 meetings per year, help plan & execute fundraising & community events, assist with recruiting corporate sponsorships & strategic partnerships, and make an annual financial contribution, the amount of which at your discretion.

The person will assist the Executive Director with projects as needed, update website as needed, and research ways to make Easters Helping Hands Project successful. The Intern and Assistant position will ensure each project has necessary tools or volunteers as needed as well as help keep the Executive Director on target with projects, meetings and other tasks.  

Donating supplies for our ElderCare program is a great way to support the community. It is a great project for schools, teams, employees, or anyone who would like to provide a helping hand or host a donation drive.   The bags include the following items: 

Paws for Reading is a program that helps individuals in the community and our animals that are available for adoption. Community members practice their reading skills by reading to animals, and in turn, the animals experience the power of the human-animal bond and become more adoptable through socialization.

We ask that you commit to reading to our animals at least twice a month, and contribute a $10 donation to help cover the program’s expenses. The minimum age required for readers is 5 years old.

After completing the online application, a staff member will email you about first steps in the next 48 hours.

Our Kitty Caretaker team supports shelter staff in keeping our cats clean, happy, and healthy!

Requirements:

Example Duties:

After applying online, a staff member will email you about first steps in the next 48 hours.

Our Shelter Support team completes tasks that, while not directly involved with animal handling, are essential to shelter operation!

Requirements:

Example Duties:

After completing the online application, a staff member will email you about first steps in the next 48 hours.

Advisory Council members bring valuable expertise, knowledge, and appreciation of matters within their field, for input into strategy, policy and the future direction of the program.

A mentor is a thoughtful Christian leader who is committed to investing their time to assist in the growth and development of others.  The mentor is willing to share their knowledge, skills, experience, and wisdom and acts as a guide and role model.

A mentor supports and encourages the personal and professional development of the mentee and provides active guidance to help them achieve their goals. The mentor offers a fresh perspective and an independent point of view supporting what is learned in class, while guiding a process that fosters the growth and development of the mentee.

Mentors have the opportunity to guide the development participants

In a 12-week program, meeting each Tuesday evening (February-May and September-December).

Acknowledging that each mentoring relationship is unique, the mentor will:

BENEFITS TO MENTORS

EXPECTATIONS OF MENTORS

Boundaries

Monday and Tuesday we prepare items for the week (chopping, slicing of vegetables).  The cook does his weekly shopping on these mornings so needs assistance to make sure that food is being prepped to that he is able to make sure meals are ready to be served by 5 pm daily.

Training and demonstration will be provided. All tools provided. 

We welcome you to join our compassionate team of volunteer mentors to encourage, guide, and be a positive role model to our youth as they walk down the path of success.  Our vision is to connect community leaders, business professionals, and individuals living a faith-based lifestyle in strong mentoring relationships with our youth. 

We have group and one-on-one mentoring opportunities.  Group mentors attend and engage with our youth involved in one of our two programs (Early Intervention and JIFF Case Mentoring) at our facility.  Mentors are matched with a mentee who has completed one of the programs.  One-on-one matches engage in relationship building activities on a consistent basis.  Some examples of popular activities include movies, museums, sporting events, park and community activities, lunch, and church.  

Ready to learn more?  Click here https://www.jiffyouth.org/becomeamentor

We are currently looking for a volunteer to assist us with newsletter marketing funnels for new participants and subscribers. We hope to maximize our current listserve of over 500 individuals and increase engagement, donors and reach with a targeted approach. 

Volunteer drivers are needed to transport Veterans to and from their appointments at the Nashville VA Medical Center. Our volunteer drivers play an important role in ensuring that Veterans who do not have transportation are able to make it to their appointments. Drivers transport Veterans in a government vehicle and must pass a volunteer driver physical.

Volunteers are needed to call Veterans once a week for 15-30 minutes for a friendly telephone visit! Ideal candidates for this position will be patient, have good communication skills, and be excellent listeners.

Job Title:                     Events Coordinator(s)
Responsible to:           Executive Director
Responsibilities:         Coordinates and executes events management to enhance the mission,

delivery of services, and people impacted by the New Direction CDC.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Professionalism

Other Skills & Abilities

Other duties as assigned by Director

Job Title:                     Fundraiser Coordinator
Responsible to:           Executive Director
Responsibilities:         Coordinates and executes fundraisers and resource procurement to

enhance the mission, financial stability, delivery of services, and people impacted by the New Direction CDC.

Job Description

Professionalism

Additional Qualification(s)

Job Title:                     Grant Writer
Responsible to:           Executive Director
Responsibilities:         Construct, manage, and acquire grants that will enhance the

mission, financial stability, delivery of services, and people impacted by the New Direction CDC.

Job Description

Professionalism

Education & Experience

Additional Qualification(s)

Job Title:                     Program Coordinator
Responsible to:           Executive Director
Responsibilities:         Plans, coordinates, and oversees employees/volunteers for various

programs or projects.

Job Description

Professionalism

Additional Qualification(s)

This position will be based in Lawrence and Wayne County.   Leader will provide a 4 hour training twice per month for male or female inmates who have expressed a desire to go to rehab upon released.   Men volunteers will be leading male classes and Female volunteers will leader female classes.  Curriculum is provided and all the orientation needed will be provided.  

We'll take care of the background check, which is required by law. Then, after a one-hour training session, you'll be ready to meet your Reading Buddy.

Volunteer Campground Host: 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. 

Good Neighbors is in need of volunteers to complete intakes for interview with coaches.

A volunteer in this position will answer calls from neighbors and complete intake forms over the phone to prepare file for an interview with a coach.

Looking for a donated box truck

OR 

a moving company that might want to partner with us to help us pick up donated furniture. 

We are looking for enthusiastic, customer service oriented individuals to serve as Ambassador volunteers. Our Ambassador volunteers greet Veterans and visitors, assist in answering general information questions and help transport Veterans in wheelchairs as needed. Standing and walking for long periods is required for this assignment. 

This position is available at the Nashville VA Medical Center located at 1310 24th Avenue South in Nashville, as well as the Alvin C. York VA Medical Center at 3400 Lebanon Pike in Murfreesboro.

We are looking for pet therapy volunteers to visit with Veterans and help brighten their day!

The dog and the handler must have certification from a licensed pet therapy organization (such as Music City Pet Partners) .

Documentation that the dog is current on all immunizations must be provided. Pet handler must provide proof of COVID 19 vaccination.

Visitation opportunities are available at both the Nashville VA Medical Center located at 1310 24th Avenue South and the Alvin C. York VA located at 3400 Lebanon Pike in Murfreesboro.

Background check, application, and orientation is required for all new volunteers.

Come serve with ASP to make homes warmer, safer, and drier in Carter, Johnson, Sullivan, Washington and Unicoi counties in East Tennessee!

Volunteers are welcome to serve for a half day, full day, full weekend or multiple days. Let us know you're interested and when you're available. We'll match your interest with a project doing critical home repair for local families in need.

Help increase social presence.  Manage web environment, design, deploy, develop and maintain website, Facebook and other social media. Perform testing and quality assurance of web sites and web applications.

The Brooks Museum of Art is actively recruiting for our 2023 Docent Cohort; please note that prior experience or art background is not required. 

As a Docent, you'll share your passion of art and knowledge to visitors of the museum. We'll teach you about the museum's extensive collection, art history and touring! Training starts in early September. 

If you are interested in learning more about becoming a volunteer docent, call 901-544-6244 or email Cheryl.Caldwell@BrooksMusuem.org to fill out a docent application today!

Any groups looking for a project that can be done in a few hours?

We would love to have you host an event.  What kind of event? For example:

*An art activity for children.

*Cook or bring breakfast or lunch for families.

*Host a play date for children.

*Host a spa day for Moms.

*Teach a class

There are many activities that can be hosted.  We just want the families living in our shelter program to have activities to participate in on the weekends. These events can be once a month or however your group chooses.  

Financial Mentors meet one-on-one with an assigned Habitat Homeownership or Preparatory Program Partner each month, offer support and reinforce the money management methods taught in homebuyer classes.

A Financial Mentor also monitors the understanding of and follow-through with money management principles (including debt repayment and monthly Individual Development Account deposits).

All Volunteers must attend and volunteer training prior to working with clients.

If interested, contact Melissa Tyler, 865-233-9110 or melissa@blounthabitat.org

Methodist Hospice is seeking volunteers to join our team in various capacities. Opportunities include providing companionship for patients, helping with administrative/clerical needs, running errands/making deliveries, and assisting with bereavement services, among other opportunities. Volunteers are needed for the Memphis Metro Area and Northern MS.

The ideal hospice volunteer possesses empathy, reliability, a non-judgmental attitude, and emotional maturity. Volunteering with hospice is a uniquely rewarding experience, and if you feel it is a good fit for you, we would love to have you join our team! Visit our website to learn more and apply.

www.methodisthealth.org/hospicevolunteer

Are you a caring individual with a 4-6 hours a month of flexible time on your hands? Do you like to check up on people, pray for them, or just remind them that they're cared about? Do you enjoy helping people get their needs met or problem solving? Being a Family Friend may be for you! No experience with widowhood needed, just a heart for service and a year to commit to the role. 

OBJECTIVE: To walk alongside a grieving parent, meeting them where they are in the grieving process in order to alleviate everyday stressors and help build an enduring community support system for the parent.

SUMMARY OF POSITION: A Family Friend’s role is to check in on the parent for ongoing needs, assist in finding and referring parent to local services, remain apprised of changes in the parent's situation and serve not only as a liaison between the parent and WPRP Board, but also as a liaison between the parent and the community and the WPRP organization.

For more information and to apply, CLICK HERE.

MyRide Greeneville strives to improve the quality of life for older adults by providing courteous and safe door-through-door volunteer transportation to those eligible for the service, enabling them to obtain essential services and maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life.  MyRide TN Greeneville operates within a ten-mile radius of The Roby Fitzgerald Adult Center.

Volunteers drive their personal vehicles to transport seniors to their destinations.  Drivers must be over 21 years of age and have a valid TN drivers’ license, clean driving record and proof of insurance.  The volunteer's insurance is always primary.  In addition, MyRide TN Greeneville has purchased additional auto, medical and liability insurance for all volunteers.   Both state and federal volunteer-protection laws offer another layer of safety for volunteers.

We ask that our volunteers to drive to a minimum of three hours per month/two rides.   These hours are based on the drivers schedule and availability.   We do not require a set day and time commitment.   We offer training, a nominal quarterly mileage reimbursement if requested, AAA classic membership for qualified drivers and GPS navigational units if needed. 

Keep Soddy-Daisy Beautiful, an initiative under the Community Beautification and Improvement Project (CBAIP), is seeking passionate and dedicated volunteers to join our Fundraising Committee. We serve the entire Hamilton County area, working on projects that enhance and beautify our communities, promote environmental health, and foster a sense of community pride.

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Benefits:

Commitment and Location:

Join Us:

To get started, please fill out the volunteer interest form on our website with your contact information: https://forms.keepsoddydaisybeautiful.org/t/u11aB3cw8tus. Our team will get back to you with more details and next steps.

Be part of a movement that makes Hamilton County an even better place to live, work, and play. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

After completing the online request form, a staff member will email you about first steps in the next 48 hours.

Do you see disaster on the news and have an urge to help, but can't or don't want to do the heavy lifting? Are you looking to do something life-changing in your community, work with a passionate team, and help others when it's needed most? The American Red Cross is active and looking for volunteers to help with disaster relief with absolutely NO grunt work!

The Red Cross Heart of Tennessee needs 6 volunteers to become part of a larger team of volunteers to serve the communities we live in.

Join us today! We work together as a cohesive unit and as one Red Cross family.

All you need is a heart, a smile, and the willingness to learn our simple casework system. 

Please note all volunteers must pass a background check for theft and violence.  Join Us! Apply at: https://redcross.org/volunteer.
Or Email GiveTime@redcross.org with questions.

Perform a random act of kindsness:

We can acknowledge your gift on social media, or send a card to the honoree! 

Stock our Blessing Box: 

Most Needed:  Individual water, juice, or gatorade  

Single Serving Items 

Small Pop-Top Cans:

Looking for a small project?  

Your workplace, youth group, Sunday school class, family, scout troop etc. can adopt our blessing box for a month. 

Your group collects or purchases items.  Your group may either drop off  the items or perform a weekly check-in to restock items.  

We will post a photo of your group on Social Media

Stock our Blessing Box: 

Most Needed:  Individual water, juice, or gatorade  

Single Serving Items 

Small Pop-Top Cans:

WarHorses for Heroes is dedicated towards providing free equine-assisted therapy for our active and retired military members.  Our nonprofit believes in the power of healing through the help of a horse, and we’re honored to have had the opportunity to support almost 500 veterans in the past 5 years.  

WarHorses for Heroes is looking for a fundraising specialist to help expand our audience and generate donations.  Funds acquired will all go directly towards providing free equine therapy sessions to our local veterans.

This position will collaborate with our administration leaders, who will support your efforts along the way.  We’re looking for individuals comfortable networking with local businesses to sponsor and support our cause.   

We are a young, growing organization and value creativity, resourcefulness, and initiative.  We’d be eager to have this position be long term and turn into a leadership position for other fundraising events and efforts. 

Key Responsibilities:

Helpful Skills & Characteristics:

For questions or to apply for this position, please email or send your resume to volunteer@wh4h.org.

Bevo Boys Fitness Academy is a 501(c)3 organization that teaches fundamental boxing skills to strengthen the physical, social, and analytical skills of at-risk youth both girls and boys ages 8-17.

The acronym “BEVO” represents our motto: Be Empowered Victorious Ones

Our Mission: To keep at-risk youth off the streets.

We utilized boxing as an intervention strategy through our Boxing Plus Mentoring program to empower youth.

Board of Director Recruitment

Bevo Boys Fitness Academy is currently recruiting for Board of Directors who are passionate advocates for youth empowerment.

We are recruiting interested candidates that have a strong emphasis of experience in one or more of the varied areas of business skills, i.e., administrative, accounting, legal, marketing, and fundraising expertise, as well as those connected to the community.

We currently have openings for the following volunteer board member roles: Board Secretary, Bookkeeper/Treasurer, Marketing/Public Relations/social media Director, and Advisory Board Member positions.

Board Members are responsible for supporting the academy’s mission and providing strategic guidance regarding outreach initiatives, participating in fundraising efforts, and leveraging their expertise and networks to support our vision. Board meetings are held quarterly. Special meetings are only scheduled, as necessary. On average, annually there are no more than 5- 6 meetings a year. The average volunteer hours per month are about 8 hours a month.

Bevo Boys Fitness Academy is located at the Hickory Ridge Mall.    Please visit our website at www.bevoboysfitnessacademy.com for more information about our program.

We have a Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/BEVOBOYS/

Interested candidates, please contact LeaRaya Cole with any questions or inquires.   

LeaRaya Cole

Executive Director

901.610.1410

Bevo Boys Fitness Academy

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Farm helpers are needed at The Green Leaf Learning Farm. Cydni Keel and Theo Davies are Knowledge Quest's dedicated farm team. They are requesting helpers come out Monday through Friday, 9 am through 5 pm to learn more about the farm and how they can be an important part of it.

If you have any questions please our Business Coordinator Brea at 901-207-3694

The Holston Habitat ReStore in Kingsport relies on the support of volunteers from the community to be a valuable resource for our customers. As new donations are coming in every day, volunteers accept donations; assess the usability of donations; clean, assemble, repair and price donations prior to stocking; stock donations on the sales floor; and keep the store inventory organized and clean. To sign up to volunteer at the ReStore in Kingsport, click here. 

The Holston Habitat ReStore in Johnson City relies on the support of volunteers from the community to be a valuable resource for our customers. As new donations are coming in every day, volunteers accept donations; assess the usability of donations; clean, assemble, repair and price donations prior to stocking; stock donations on the sales floor; and keep the store inventory organized and clean. To sign up to volunteer at the ReStore in Johnson City, click here.

MBK Youth Sports Photographer

Youth Sports Photographer will take photos at games and camps for the Murfreesboro Knights. 

The Sports we host are basketball, football, and cheerleading.

Availability:

Football & Cheer Season - June-October: Tuesdays and Saturdays (Some Thursdays)

Basketball Season - February-July: Fridays and Sundays

MBK Youth Sports Videographer

Youth Sports Videographer will take photoage at games and camps for the Murfreesboro Knights. 

The Sports we host are basketball, football, and cheerleading.

Availability: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays (Fridays and Sundays during Basketball season.)

*All schedules welcome, let us know your availability*

Murfreesboro Knights Youth Sports needs plenty of Coaches.

#KnightUp with us!

*Full time Coaches are required to be screened and approved by program director.*

The Joy of Music School is in need of qualified music teachers to teach a weekly lesson for a minimum of one academic school year. Our primary needs are piano, violin, guitar, and percussion teachers who are available Monday through Friday from 4pm to 7pm. All applicants are required to come to the school for an interview, submit to a background check, and attend a mandatory orientation/training session.

Share your knowledge and passion for music with financially disadvantaged, at-risk youth. Form meaningful connections with your students and help foster a supportive and encouraging environment where they can thrive.

We are in need of socks and underwear for hygiene bags that we try to have available for folks experiencing homelessness in our community.  

We need men's and women's socks and underwear of all sizes.

New and used socks will be accepted as long as they are clean with no holes.

Only new, still in the package underwear please.  

Items can be dropped off at our office in the Blount Co. Public Library. 

Columbus Home Assisting Parents (C.H.A.P.) is a home-based parent education and support service that provides parenting education, crisis intervention, and case management for families that are experiencing life stressors that impact parenting abilities. C.H.A.P. services are provided free of charge to parents.  By working to increase parents’ skills and coping abilities, the goal of C.H.A.P. is to ensure the safety and well-being of children in the home.

Additionally, the C.H.A.P. caseworker assists families in locating and utilizing other services in the community with the goal of empowering the family so that they can recognize issues as they arise and find their own positive solutions. Individuals and agencies are encouraged to share CHAP’s information with families but as services are considered voluntary, the family must self-refer.

Duration of services varies, based on the family's specific needs, but usually lasts between three and six months.
In operation since 1985, C.H.A.P. is funded in part by the state and is a licensed child abuse prevention agency. Services are provided at no cost to families, and the program operates under the auspices of Title VI.

Volunteer need: assist clients with transporting furniture on an as needed basis.  Many clients do not have access to a truck and are unable to carry furniture without assistance.

Columbus Home Children’s Shelter and Assessment Center (CESAC) provides 24 hour/365 days per year shelter for children from birth to 17 years of age who have been removed from the home by authorities due to allegations of abuse, neglect or other endangerment.  Duration of stay may be as long as 10 days. Children receive safe, loving care while authorities work to place them with appropriate kin or in foster care.

Volunteers are needed to interact, care for and provide activities to engage the children.  There are requirements that must be met to be able to work with the children.

Samaritan Place provides shelter and support for seniors in crisis. It is one of a handful of such programs in the United States where a complete continuum of care from emergency to independent housing, is offered for this population. Because homelessness issues are different for seniors than for their younger counterparts, Samaritan Place provides not only shelter and nourishment, but intensive case management focused on that population’s unique needs.

Samaritan Place offers emergency,  transitional, and permanent housing services, which allow the guest and his/her case worker the time needed for appropriate evaluation and arrangement of the best possible living situation and supportive services. Through our permanent supportive housing program, we are able to offer housing to some seniors who would not be able to maintain independent housing without some additional supports.
 
Samaritan Place focuses on the core outcomes of increased control, decreased vulnerability, access to resources, and an improved support network. Our overarching goal is to help ensure that each guest is able to live in the most independent environment possible that still ensures his or her safety.

Seniors come to Samaritan Place through traditional homeless shelters, hospitals, Adult Protective Services, and other community resources. Basic eligibility criteria are: age 60 and older; not a threat to self or others; ambulatory; and able to manage daily activities with minimal assistance.

Volunteer needs: Share your talents - play an instrument, sing, magic tricks; Put on an event - Luau, Prom night, bingo/games, movie night, be creative and share your event; Direct care support - laundry, kitchen prep, cleaning; Companions - just listen, talk, share memories, be there.

Join the Red Cross volunteer team to help communities during disasters such as: Home Fires, Tornado and 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: https://redcross.org/volunteer

(Tip: Photograph your government-issued Photo ID before you get started.)

Or Email GiveTime@redcross.org with questions.

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

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.

This is the most flexible and non-committal way to give back and meet some great people.  We have such a need to get our seniors to their essential appointments.  We still have people on our waitlist who we can't help.  We need you!!  You can choose from the appointments, times and locations that best works for you and you can even run your own errands at the same time.  No set days and we will not call you, it is completely up to you and your schedule all we ask for is 1 ride a month.  We make it as easy as we can for you and our clients.  Please contact us for more information.

Docents are the interpretive guides who conduct exhibition tours for all audiences. A background in Art, Art History or Art Education is not required to participate in our docent program. Docents must be motivated to learn about different subjects to enhance their tours and personal knowledge of art. Being a docent requires time and effort, as well as enthusiasm and flexibility. The commitment is substantial, but so is the payoff.

    Are you passionate about sharing stories from the past and inspiring others through education? The Knox County Museum of Education invites you to become a valued Museum Docent Volunteer. As a docent, you'll play a crucial role in our museum's operations, welcoming visitors with warmth and enthusiasm and providing assistance during our open hours. Your contributions will help us create enriching experiences for our guests, fostering a deeper appreciation for Knox County's educational heritage. If you're proficient with computers and data entry, your skills would greatly benefit our ongoing catalog creation project. Whether you have experience in libraries, museums, fundraising, education, or just as a history enthusiast we welcome your expertise and dedication to our mission. Join us in preserving and sharing the educational history of Knox County, and together, let's ignite a passion for learning in our community!

If you're interested in joining our team of dedicated volunteers, please respond here or email us at museum@knoxschools.org. We can't wait to welcome you to our team!!

VOLUNTEER ASSISTED TRANSPORTATION NEEDS VOLUNTEER DRIVERS!!  We are experiencing a shortage of volunteers this Fall/Winter. If you enjoy helping others, please consider this volunteer opportunity.

 Knoxville-Knox County CAC’s (Community Action Committee) Volunteer Assisted Transportation (VAT) program is seeking volunteer drivers to assist seniors and people with disabilities to medical appointments, shopping trips, beauty appointments, and other fun activities!

During the fall and winter months our regular scheduled volunteers are not available due to travelling and vacations. We are always seeking volunteers, and this is a time that we will need more volunteers to cover our needs. We provide the vehicle to use and supply the gas. You just pick and choose how often you want to volunteer. 

We are celebrating 16 years of serving the community and what a way to help someone, by getting them to the grocery store to access fresh food and also making sure they get to much needed medical appointments. We even can provide social trips to the senior center or the beauty salon.

Volunteers are provided with the following:

Volunteers are needed for weekdays, evenings and weekends. Drivers must be 21 years of age and have at least 3 years of driving experience. 

Our transportation is not based on business hours; a ride is provided when a volunteer is available.

“It’s More than Just a Ride.”

For more information contact us at 865-673-5001

Email: vat@cactrans.org  or  visit www.knoxseniors.org/vat

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 and are available at the following times:

CABIN DOCENT

Are you passionate about history and eager to share your enthusiasm with others? We invite you to become a docent for our 1700s cabin exhibit and take visitors on a journey back in time to the early days of American settlement.

About the Cabin:

The original cabin was likely built by the Cherokee people during the mid 1700's and is representative of a typical Cherokee homestead during the early 1800's.  The cabin was moved from its original location by the railroad, due to the railroad shaking the cabin. 

What We're Looking For:

What You'll Do:

Training and Support:

We provide training and resource materials to help you become comfortable in your role as a cabin docent. You'll have the opportunity to work with experienced docents and museum staff to ensure you are well-prepared to lead engaging tours.

How to Apply:

If you're interested in becoming a cabin docent for our 1700s cabin, Please email our Education Director jwhitehorn@chattaudubon.org or call 423-892-1499 for more information

Our main Cabin docent will be doing some training sessions with you before you open the cabin on your own. 

If you would like to dress in period clothing we have cloths you may use

Help Bridge Refugees Welcome New Refugees to Knoxville

Are you looking for a fulfilling volunteer opportunity? Well, look no further! We are looking for Community Assistance Teams (CATs) to help us welcome arriving refugee families to Knoxville. Newly arriving refugee families are the main focus of this program, but there are opportunities to work with families that have already arrived in Knoxville and could use some additional help. 

A CAT is a group of 7-15 or more individuals that will partner with Bridge and partner with a refugee family. You will walk beside the family for six months, help welcome them to the community, and assist the family with their integration in Knoxville.

Some specific ways CATs assist families include the following:

· Apartment set-up

· Welcoming the family at the airport

· Preparing a culturally appropriate hot meal for the family’s arrival

· Purchasing culturally appropriate groceries to stock the refrigerator and cabinets

· Transportation to and from appointments

· Community orientation guides to help the family learn the culture and the
community

· ESL assistance

· Deliveries to the family

· In-kind donations of household goods

In addition to these practical needs above, arriving families need community. These families left everything and everyone they know, often coming to Knoxville not knowing anyone. CAT can offer a community to welcome these families to the area and build new relationships these families so desperately need.

If this sounds like something you would like to be part of, contact:

Peter Green

pgreen@bridgerefugees.org

We have moved to a new location and are in need of help getting our barn ready to be used for clothing referrals! We need help putting gravel in several horse stalls as well as cleaning them out.

The women who participate in the recovery program at Bridges to Recovery are from a lower socio-economic background and typically have no insurance for medical supplies and/or medical care. Maintaining good health is an important element of recovery so we teach the importance of taking supplements and exercising to build healthy bodies.

We have a need for donations of over-the-counter medical supplies such as Ibuprofen, allergy pills, vitamins, bandaids, and tampons.

Volunteers are needed to help during our fundraising and special events at the Memphis Zoo. If you or your group would like a great way to get involved, volunteering at the Zoo's special events could be the answer! Students - Zoo Boo and Zoo Lights events are a great way to earn your required service hours with over 40 nights of opportunities to volunteer! Special event volunteers are booked through one main contact at your school, organization, or business and volunteers assist during the event. Independent volunteers should contact the Volunteer Services staff directly.  Special event volunteers for Zoo Boo and SunTrust Zoo Lights work the entire shift of the event. No long term commitment or experience necessary. Just have a great time with our guests.