Needs From: Volunteer East Tennessee

Help register families for Angel Tree/Christmas assistance.

The Hallo-week Enchanted Forest is a great Halloween activity that is fun for adults and kids alike! There will be a trick or treat trail with various activities for kids and families. There will be crafts at the check in area and MUCH MORE!  20 VERY IMPORTANT volunteers are needed to assist with event clean up and take down.

The Norris Municipal Watershed, situated adjacent to Norris Dam State Park, is a 2,300-acre area that is the watershed of Clear Creek; it is managed for water quality protection, sustainable forest management, and public recreation. A network of about 30 miles of forest roads and single-track trails are managed by the Norris Watershed Board. 

For this hike, we will meet in front of Norris Middle School at 9 a.m. After a short stroll across the commons through downtown Norris, by the elementary school, we will take Deer Ridge Trail to Observation Point Trail. We’ll then walk a short distance to Observation Point, where we will have views of Norris Dam and the Cumberland Mountains in the distance. Back down the hill from Observation Point we’ll take Eagle Trail, much of which was constructed by the CCC in the mid-30s. This trail parallels the Clinch River before climbing up to the city. 

A short walk on Hickory Trail Road will lead to a trail that goes to Eric Harrold Park; then we’ll walk down past the town center and back to the starting point. The hike, which passes through some nice old forest, is about 4 miles with some uphill sections.

To sign up, click here.

Raptor Center staff will provide an introduction to the work of this federal- and state-licensed raptor rehabilitation center at the UT Arboretum Auditorium, 901 S. Illinois Avenue in Oak Ridge. The program, cosponsored by TCWP, the UT Arboretum Society, and The American Museum of Science and Energy, will run from 10 a.m. until noon.

Owl Ridge will bring some very special winged "ambassadors" for us to meet. The Owl Ridge Raptor center is a nonprofit organization that takes care of injured and orphaned birds of prey, including owls, hawks, falcons, vultures, and eagles. The goal with each bird is full recovery and re-release back into their native habitat whenever possible.  

The program is free, but registration is required to confirm your seat. Please make sure to register for all members of your group so that seats will be available. Seating is limited to 100. We will have a donation box available to benefit the work at Owl Ridge Raptor Center.  

Register at: https://www.simpletix.com/e/meet-owl-ridge-raptor-center-tickets-234031. Parking will be available at the auditorium. Please follow the signs to the auditorium, which is .5 miles from the arboretum’s main entrance.  For additional information, contact mcampani@utk.edu. 

Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community? Do you have a heart for helping others in their most tender moments? Join us as a Hospice Volunteer and make a lasting difference in someone's life.

What You’ll Do:

You Don’t Need Medical Experience—Just a Caring Heart.

We provide full training, flexible schedules, and unwavering support. Whether you have a few hours a week or just one day a month, your time is a gift.

Why Volunteer?

✨ Even the smallest act of kindness can leave a lasting impact. ✨

DESCRIPTION:

The Vine Volunteer Collective needs your help to make Shine at Vine – Around the World Showcase an amazing night! Whether you can help with setup, supervise meals, guide guests, or pitch in with cleanup, your time will help make the evening fun, smooth, and welcoming for everyone. Volunteers are also invited to stay for our Kwanza Celebration from 7:00 – 8:00 PM, featuring student showcases and performances.

Event Details:

WHEN: Tuesday, December 9th, 2025
Time: Set-Up: 3:00 PM | Event: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Tear Down immediately after event

WHERE: Vine Middle Magnet School, 1807 Martin Luther King Jr Ave, Knoxville, TN 37915

WHAT:
Join us for Shine at Vine – Around the World Showcase — a night celebrating student talent, cultural exhibits, music, dance, and community connection. Families, staff, and community partners will come together to honor diversity, creativity, and learning. Volunteers are essential to making the evening run smoothly and ensuring every guest feels valued and welcomed.

VOLUNTEER ROLES NEEDED: Please let Kyle Pickell know what shifts you would like to support! You DO NOT have to stay for the entire event. 

Set-Up Crew (3:00 – 5:00 PM): Help arrange tables and chairs, set up exhibits, and assist partners in preparing their spaces. (4–5 volunteers)

Student Meal Support (4:00 – 5:00 PM): Supervise the cafeteria during the student dinner, help with trash, and support staff as needed. (3 volunteers)

Event Support (5:00 – 8:00 PM): Guide guests, answer questions, and help supervise the gym area or other event spaces. (2 volunteers)

Tear Down & Clean-Up (8:00 – 8:45 PM): Help take down tables, clean classrooms, cafeteria, and gym spaces. Must be able to lift and move tables. (4 volunteers)

This is a wonderful chance to engage with and support the Vine Middle Magnet community while celebrating culture, creativity, and student achievement.

Please reach out to Kyle Pickell at pickellk@unitedwayknox.org if you have questions. 

The Vine Volunteer Collective is a collaborative initiative at Vine Middle Magnet School, made up of businesses, nonprofits, churches, neighborhood organizations, and individual volunteers working together to support our educators, staff, and students. This collective provides practical, hands-on assistance to help meet the day-to-day needs of our school and create a supportive, uplifting environment for everyone. As a volunteer, you’ll have opportunities to:

Whether you’re representing an organization or volunteering as an individual, your time and efforts will directly impact the educators and students of Vine Middle Magnet School.

Join the Vine Volunteer Collective today, where Community Takes Root. 

CURRENT PROJECTS/OPPORTUNITIES\

WHEN ARRIVING AT THE SCHOOL:

Address: 1807 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. Knoxville, TN, 37915

Please park on Martin Luther King Jr Avenue and then come to the front office doors underneath the awning. You will need to have your drivers license or some other form of verification to sign in at the front. All volunteers must complete an orientation with the Site Coordinator, Kyle Pickell, so please plan to arrive 15 mins early to your volunteering event. 

This hike will explore TCWP’s newly acquired 30-acre property on Ramsey Branch at the Obed Wild and Scenic River. We will meet at the Obed Wild and Scenic River office at 208 Maiden Street, Wartburg. at 9 a.m. Eastern (8 a.m. Central) and carpool from the office to the parking area near the property. Those wishing to carpool from Oak Ridge to the Obed officecan meet at the Gold’s Gym/Books-A-Million parking lot (at the end close to S. Illinois Avenue, near Salsarita’s) in time to leave for Wartburg no later than 8:30 a.m. Eastern.

Our hike will explore the beautiful Ramsey Branch property, including a mature hardwood forest, small waterfall, and stream. If we have time, we’ll also walk to an overlook of the Obed watershed on the property. Please bring sturdy hiking shoes, hiking poles (as needed), water, sunscreen, insect repellent, and snacks. Expect the hike to end by 1 p.m. Eastern.

To sign up, click here

Contact Chuck Estes at 865-207-0143 or chucklola@bellsouth.net for any other details.

The Oak Ridge Cedar Barrens will again be the site of exotic invasive plant removal as we conduct our fall cleanup, our third and final cleanup of the barrens this year. Located next to Jefferson Middle School in Oak Ridge, the Cedar Barrens is a joint project of the City of Oak Ridge, State Natural Areas Division, and TCWP. The area is one of just a few cedar barrens in East Tennessee, and is subject to invasion by bushy lespedeza, leatherleaf viburnum, privet, autumn olive, mimosa, Nepal grass, multiflora rose, and many native woody plants that threaten the prairie community. Our efforts help to eliminate invasives and other shade-producing plants that prevent the prairie plants from getting much-needed sunlight, nutrients, and water.    

Volunteers should meet in the Jefferson Middle School Parking lot at 9 a.m., with sturdy shoes, loppers, gloves, and water.  We will also have some Uprooters, loppers, and gloves to share. The work session will conclude at noon with a free pizza lunch for volunteers. 

To sign up, click here!

Volunteer Opportunity – 2nd Hispanic Heritage Conference

Thursday, September 25 | 4–6 PM | Norwood Elementary

Help us connect Norwood families to the school community during our 2nd Hispanic Heritage Conference!

We’re looking for volunteers to help with:

Check-in

Guiding families

Children’s activities

Snacks

Setup and cleanup

Supporting community partners

Whether you’re bilingual (Spanish/English) or not, your help is valuable! Flexible shifts available — come for part or all of the event. Just let us know your availability. Thank you for supporting our families and celebrating culture with us!

Join our outdoor learning partners as they provide a multi-partner, one-site experience for middle school students from a few Knox County Schools. Volunteers will support the day in a variety of ways- help with set up, assist students from session to session, monitor boundaries, and clean up. Shifts available.

Location: Seven Islands State Birding Park- 2809 Kelly Ln, Kodak, TN 37764

Date: Tuesday, October 21st (rain date Tuesday, October 28th) 

Time: 8:00am-2:30pm (fieldtrip experience for students is 9:30am-1:30pm)

Shift 1: 8am-11:30am

Shift 2: 11am-2:30pm

Shift 3: 8am-2:30pm

Volunteers must love dogs.
Tasks may include feeding, cleaning kennels, picking up dog waste from dog lots and exercising/walking dogs. Must have basic dog knowledge.
Task might also include bathing dogs, nail trims and other basic grooming needs.

Must complete a volunteer form directly from our website www.Rusticrovertn.com (under forms) before we can schedule your volunteer hours 

Great Starts is a structured living program that offers integrated substance and mental health treatment services to recovering pregnant and parenting women.  The program utilizes evidence-based practices for co-occurring treatment.  The program's goal is to strengthen the mother-child bond through comprehensive services for mothers and specialized care for their children.  Volunteers will lead classes that teach women specialty & life skills. Examples include nutrition, cooking, crochet, GED tutoring, etc. Classes taught will be based on volunteers expertise.

This opportunity is weekday mornings, with frequency subject to volunteer schedule.

Volunteers may do the following:

Volunteers must be over 18 years of age. In addition to completing background checks this opportunity also requires a TB test.

If you are interested in becoming a Great Starts Volunteer Skills Instructor, please click here and fill out the interest form. Please specify what you would like to teach under "areas of interest." 

Beaumont Magnet Academy is partnering with Faith Promise to provide a wonderful holiday for our families that may need a little extra help!  Families can come pick out holiday gifts and essential needs for their families while their children participate in fun activities!  

To make this event a success, we need your help!  Help us set up for this event and/or help us clean up!  (There is a separate sign up to help during the event!  Please look under BMA's needs list if you are interested in helping with that.)

Supporting families during the event looks like playing games and running activities with the children, helping families gather items during the event, check families in, and staffing needed areas.

The event will be December 6th at BMA from 9 am to 12 noon.  Help us make this holiday special for our families and our community!  Set up will be December 5th after school.

Join ORNL and Community Schools as they provide a cool STEM related fieldtrip experience for 5th grade students from several Knox County Community Schools. Volunteers will support the day in a variety of ways- help with set up, assist students from session to session, monitor boundaries, and clean up. Shifts available.

Location: Island Home Airport- 2701 Spence Pl, Knoxville, TN 37920

Date: Thursday, October 2nd  

Time: 8:00am-2:30pm (fieldtrip experience for students is 9:00am-2:00pm)

Shift 1: 8-11:30am

Shift 2: 11-2:30pm

Shift 3: 8:00am-2:30pm

Lunch provided during break 11:30am-12:00pm. One bottle of water per person is provided. Bring more as you would like. Portable bathrooms are provided onsite.

Join us at the Lilly Pad Hopyard Brewery on Sunday, October 19, as we celebrate TCWP’s successful campaign to permanently protect new property along the Obed Wild and Scenic River corridor. This family-friendly event will feature live music by Elza Gate from 2–4 p.m. and an afternoon of fun in honor of this exciting conservation victory. Several of our business sponsors will be on hand—including one who plans to film the festivities—so it’s a great chance to celebrate together and show support for Tennessee’s wild places For more information, contact Nancy Manning at nancymanning@tcwp.org.

Thank you to our sponsors at Graphic Creations, TN Bank, Master Services, HHM Certified Accountants, Fox Toyota, and Betsy Coleman Realty!

Committee members meet at the school, usually in the library. Children are welcome and snacks are provided. Please park in teachers' parking spots.

Please note this listing is for general interest. We will have multiple opportunities to volunteer. A volunteer should feel comfortable using a computer and teaching to small classrooms of adults. All curriculum is prepared and training is included. This is a great opportunity to help the Knoxville community

Role: Teach adult learners basic computer skills using a prepared curriculum.

Schedule: 5-week cohort (two 1.5 hr sessions weekly + train-the-trainer).

Duties: Lead classroom instruction, engage students, collaborate with assistant instructors, maintain professional communication, track attendance, administer pre-class and post-class surveys.

Requirements: Proficiency in Google Apps and/or Microsoft 365, social media, Zoom, Teams; and communication; ability to foster a positive learning environment.

Preferred Skills: Teaching experience, Microsoft Office, Teams, online safety, Knox County Schools platforms, Canvas, Aspen, Parentsquare, telehealth experience, bilingual a plus.

Role: Support the Lead Instructor instruction by helping students during class.

Schedule: 27 hrs per 5-week cohort (two 1.5 hr sessions weekly + setup/cleanup + train-the-trainer).

Duties: Set up/lock up Chromebooks, assist participants with questions, return room to previous order.

Requirements: Proficiency in Google Apps and/or Microsoft 365, strong communication skills, professional demeanor, ability to foster a positive learning environment.

Preferred Skills: Some teaching experience, Microsoft Office, Teams, online safety, Knox County Schools platforms, Canvas, Aspen, Parentsquare, telehealth experience, bilingual a plus.

CAC  -  LT Ross Building, 2247 Western Ave, Knoxville, 37921

Center for English  -  2720 Dayton St NW, Knoxville, 37921

Goodwill Bearden  -  5020 5307 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, 37919 *Assistant Only Needed

Head Start:

Anderson  -  4808 Prospect Rd., Knoxville, 37920

East II  -  2330 Prosser Rd., Knoxville, 37914

North Ridge Crossing  -  1008 Breda Dr., Knoxville, 37918

Western Heights  -  1101 West Oldham Ave, Knoxville, 37921

Maynard Elementary  -  737 College Street, Knoxville, 37921 *Spanish Class

Norwood Elementary  -  1705 Merchant Dr, Knoxville, 37912 *Spanish & English Class

Wesley House  -  1719 Reynolds St, Knoxville, 37921

Arabic

Aketeko

Dari

French

Kurundi

Spanish

Swahili 

Collection donations for Wreaths Across America (WAA).  VHSF is raising funds to purchase 2000 wreaths to place on veteran's graves in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and on Revolutionary War Veterans in Knox, Sevier, Cocke. Jefferson, Hamblen & Blount County.

Collection donations for Wreaths Across America (WAA).  VHSF is raising funds to purchase 2000 wreaths to place on veteran's graves in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and on Revolutionary War Veterans in Knox, Sevier, Cocke. Jefferson, Hamblen & Blount County.

GMA needs 5 volunteers to come and organize clothing and hygiene donations that we have received. Ideally during the school day, but I would be happy to set up times with volunteers to come to help after school or on a Saturday. 

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

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

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

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

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

Our Location:

Second Harvest Food Bank of East TN

136 Harvest Lane

Maryville, TN 37801

www.secondharvestetn.org

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

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

We are looking for volunteers who can consistently volunteer for our Afterschool programs that mentor and support English Language Learners primarily in grades K-5! Our Afterschool Programs are located at 4 different Elementary Schools in Knox County serving each site once a week for 2.5 hours. We also have an additional Enrichment Program that runs in our offices twice a week in the evening. 

TN TeenLine is looking for compassionate volunteers to support Tennessee adolescents via text. Volunteers respond to text messages from teens and young adults seeking support with emotional distress, relationship issues, mental health struggles, bullying, and more.

Ideal candidates are skilled in active listening, able to type clearly and quickly, and have some familiarity with mental health or emotional wellbeing. Volunteers must complete our free training program and commit to two 4 hour shift per month. Your empathy could make all the difference to local teens.

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.

WPRP has used Monday.com for over a year. We are looking for a volunteer who has expertise using this software to assist in creating charts/reports, automations and workflows, and set up a new workspace to assist with onboarding and managing volunteers. 

Please complete this Volunteer Application.

Volunteer Spanish Instructor Needed – Empower Our School Community! Are you passionate about language and culture? Join us in making a meaningful impact by volunteering to teach basic Spanish to school staff at Norwood Elementary!

Wednesdays | 3:15–4:15 PM | School Library |October 15, 2025 – April 1, 2026|

Flexible commitment — volunteer weekly, monthly, or as your schedule allows! Help us grow together, support one another, and better serve our families. Let’s make a difference—one class at a time.

Volunteer English Teacher Needed – Make a Lasting Impact Ready to make a real difference? Volunteer to teach English to parents and community members at Norwood Elementary! Your time and skills can help families build confidence, improve communication, and unlock new opportunities. This is more than teaching—it’s about connection, empowerment, and community. Join us in uplifting lives and creating lasting change. Volunteer today!

Spooky Streets is a community event on Sevier Avenue in South Knoxville put in partnership with the neighborhood businesses/non-profit organizations and the school. Children can play and engage in spooky activities on the school playground and trick or treat at various sites in the neighborhood. We need volunteers on the playground to help guide the kids from one activity to another in the playground and on Sevier Ave, run activities, and inform parents of the opportunities of the event. We can also use set-up and break down help and design help leading up to the event.

Register to volunteer HERE! www.keeptnriverbeautiful.org/knoxville

Wednesday, October 1, 2021 | 4 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Launch point: Duncan Boat Dock | 2329 Duncan Rd., Knoxville, TN 37919

Volunteer Limit in boat: 30

Required to bring: Bottled water, closed-toed shoes, pants

Recommended to bring: Sunblock, bug spray, hat

We’re kicking off ‘Keep the Tennessee River Watershed Beautiful Month presented by TVA’ in a big way! Not only is October a month dedicated to celebrating protecting our watershed, but it’s also the 10-year anniversary of the 2015 Tennessee River Tour that led to our nonprofit forming! Plus, we’ll be surpassing the milestone of 1 million lbs. of trash removed from the Tennessee River watershed since we put our first boat in the water in 2019.

Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon will help us to kickoff the celebrations with a press conference held on Volunteer Landing at 3 p.m. Once the announcement is over, our partners and volunteers will disperse to clean several points of Fort Loudoun Lake of the Tennessee River.

Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful will taking volunteers to clean Fort Loudoun Lake - launching from Duncan Boat Dock - at 4 p.m. after the press conference at Volunteer Landing at 3 p.m.

Register to volunteer HERE! www.keeptnriverbeautiful.org/knoxville

Keep Knoxville Beautiful will be hosting our October Saturday Spruce Up on October 18th from 10am-12pm. We will be removing litter from the area around Beaumont Magnet Academy.  

We highly recommend wearing long pants and all volunteers must wear closed-toed shoes for the event. Bring your own water!

All other supplies will be provided. 

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

Needing volunteers to search for grants both local and national that I can apply for that are geared for music, the arts, international focus, singing, choral, musical theatre, etc.

I would like the volunteer hours to be spent looking for grants that we could apply to that fit our youth choir. I would also like the volunteer to type up a document of the grant, contact info, deadlines, and any information that would be helpful about that grant.

We need a go-getter who wants to help us succeed in finding funding.

Needing volunteers to search for area music festivals and build an informational page for me to have the contact, dates, deadlines, etc. that we can apply to be a part of. I need someone to organize a spreadsheet for me by month to help me know when deadlines are due for the various festival applications.

S.O.U.L.S. Youth Choir needs someone to volunteer time helping to keep our social media and website up to date. We need someone to help us widen our network of viewership of our posts. Help us know what we are doing wrong? :-)

Needing volunteers with backgrounds in music to come and assist with the young people on Monday nights from 6-7:45 pm. Do you know any high schoolers that could come assist? I am willing to sign off on volunteer hours for college applications.

We are needing a small bus or van to help transport students to and from rehearsals and concerts for children whose parents do not have a car. Do you know anyone that has a van that would be willing to allow us to use it from time to time?

Beaumont Magnet Academy is looking for bilingual (Spanish and English) volunteers to support our families who speak Spanish at all of our evening family engagement events!  These volunteers will help families navigate the event, communicate with teachers and staff as needed, and help us ensure families feel welcome and included!

Our upcoming events are the following:

Gatlinburg’s cherished holiday tradition returns to the heart of the city as the 36th Annual Gatlinburg's Winter Magic Kickoff & Chili Cookoff! This year’s event marks a long-awaited return to downtown on the Parkway, bringing even more sparkle and celebration to the very center of town. The evening will come alive with the official launch of Gatlinburg’s Winter Magic, featuring the stunning illumination of more than one million LED lights. With this event returning to the Parkway, the expanded light displays, and the unbeatable combination of community, music, and chili, Gatlinburg’s Winter Magic Kickoff & Chili Cookoff promises an unforgettable start to the winter season. Join us as we flip the switch and kick off winter with warmth, flavor, and magic.

Adding to the "magic" is the beloved Chili Cookoff, where local chefs, restaurants, and civic groups compete for bragging rights as they serve up steaming bowls of homemade chili—from classic recipes to fiery, creative twists.

Position: Social Media Internship 

Workplace: Remote

Work Hours: 5 - 10 hours per week, flexible schedule.  

Start Date: Late Fall semester, 2025

Details: This is a voluntary position to start.  Will become a paid position in May of 2026 at 10 hours per week at $16 per hour.

About TCWP

For over one half of a century Tennessee Citizens for Wilderness Planning (TCWP) has worked tirelessly to protect and preserve our natural lands and waters in 13 Tennessee counties. It was the work of TCWP that stopped a transmountain road from being constructed that would have bisected the Smokey Mountains, TCWP that stopped TVA from constructing a dam on the OBED River and the work of TCWP that led to the Obed River becoming the only National Wild & Scenic River in Tennessee. It was the work of TCWP that led to the federal designation of the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area.

PJ Parkinson’s Support is seeking detail-oriented volunteers to assist with essential administrative tasks that keep our mission running smoothly. Help us organize event logistics, manage communications, update records, and support day-to-day operations that empower families affected by Parkinson’s disease. Whether you're a spreadsheet wizard, a scheduling pro, or simply passionate about making a difference behind the scenes—we’d love your help.
Flexible hours. Remote and in-person options available.
Join us in creating impactful, joyful experiences for our community.

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

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

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

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

Responsibilities:

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

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

Qualifications:

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

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

Every day, war, disaster, and migration tear families apart.

Mothers lose touch with sons. Brothers don’t know if their sisters are safe. Children grow up wondering if they will ever see their parents again.

Through the Restoring Family Links program, the American Red Cross helps reunite families by tracing missing relatives, delivering messages across borders, and verifying the safety of loved ones in crisis zones.

But many people who need this service have never heard of it.

That’s where you can make a difference.

By simply sharing information about Restoring Family Links, in your community, workplace, or faith group, you could help someone discover the lifeline they’ve been searching for. A simple conversation, a flyer, or a post on social media can be the first step toward bringing families back together.

Your voice could be the reason a family is whole again. Learn how you can help spread the word: www.redcross.org/volunteer

SUMMER HELP NEEDED!     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 summer 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 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

Looking for a wonderful opportunity to make a significant impact on the young lives and future of students? Maynard Elementary Community School and Amachi Knoxville are partnering to provide small group mentoring during the school day this school year. Mentors will meet with 2-3 students 2nd-5th grade for 1 hour per week to encourage, help build confidence, teach friendship and leadership skills, among other things. Group activities could include sports, arts/crafts, discussion topics, and/or special group projects. Mentor training is provided through Amachi and onsite orientation is provided at Maynard Elementary. Please go to Amachi – One Friendship, Two Lives Changed for more information and to start the signup process. You can also reach out to griggse@unitedwayknox.org for general inquiries. Thank you!

The Museum of Appalachia's annual Fall Heritage Days educational event is Friday, October 23rd, Thursday, October 30th, Friday, October 31st and Friday, November 7th. Volunteers are needed to help in a variety of ways - assist demonstrators and crafters, monitor children's activities, act as docents and facilitate parking. Choose to volunteer one day, or all four. Let us know where your interests are!

Use this to check-in to reoccurring site steering committee

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

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

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

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

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

Responsibilities:

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

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

Qualifications:

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

We are seeking site-based mentors to work alongside other mentors in a group setting at local elementary schools.

Join us in making Norwood shine! We’re looking for volunteers to help with gardening, and light cleanup. It’s a great way to give back, meet others, and create a welcoming space for our students and families. No experience needed—just bring your energy and heart!

Volunteer with us for a Tennessee Football watch party during Bama rivarly week! We will play games, eat a meal together, and watch last years Bama game!

Volunteer with us for our Halloween Party! Our participants will participate in a costume contest; we will also do crafts, and have dinner!

Beginning on July 1st, 2025 - individuals who are interested in volunteering with Muse Knoxville must complete a 60 minute on-site orientation with the Vice President of Operations. Please click here to sign up for an orientation. Orientations are scheduled twice a month - the first Monday of the month from 4:30-5:30pm and the third Thursday of the month from 9:00-10:00am. Volunteers will be credited 1 hour for attending the orientation. Registration for volunteer shifts will not be approved in Give Pulse until the orientation is completed. If you are unable to attend the scheduled orientation, please message Shelby Cornell. Also, if you've volunteered with Muse Knoxville in the past, the orientation will be waived. Thank you!

SPOOKTACULAR SILENT DISCO VOLUNTEER DESCRIPTION 

Spooktacular Silent Disco volunteers at Muse Knoxville work alongside our staff to help ensure a successful event for all in attendance. This volunteer is managed by the Vice President of Operations, the Events and Merchandise Manager and Guest Experience staff. Any questions or concerns regarding scheduled shifts, hours verification, etc. will be directed to Shelby Cornell at shelby@themuseknoxville.org.     

SCHEDULE: This volunteer opportunity occurs after Muse’s operating hours. Shifts are scheduled via Give Pulse, Volunteer East Tennessee, or other volunteer recruitment platform.

LOCATION: Muse Knoxville, 516 N. Beaman Street Knoxville, TN 37914, 865-594-1494

DRESS CODE: Closed-toed shoes, attire appropriate for a children’s museum setting, shorts/skirts/dresses must be fingertip length, shirts must cover midriff area  

WHEN VOLUNTEERING AS A SPOOKTACULAR SILENT DISCO VOLUNTEER, YOU WILL … 

IMPACT OF THIS VOLUNTEER ROLE:

THIS VOLUNTEER POSITION HAS THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS: 

*Please note: Muse Knoxville has a volunteer no-show policy. If you do not show up for your scheduled shift 3 times, you are no longer able to volunteer with Muse. We understand that unforeseen circumstances do come up. If you are no longer able to attend your scheduled shift, please unregister from the opportunity and/or email the Vice President of Operations at shelby@themuseknoxville.org.   

Muse for All 

You belong, be yourself. We thrive that way.  We believe in actively creating a place of diversity, inclusion, and belonging among our staff, volunteers, the audiences that we serve, the programs we develop, and the community partners that we pursue.  We actively seek to recruit, promote, and retain a diverse volunteer workforce—one that welcomes and engages people from every background. We value our staff members, volunteers, and board members and their individual backgrounds, which further our ability to serve and learn from the diverse families that enrich our community. We invite you to join us on our journey.

Beginning on July 1st, 2025 - individuals who are interested in volunteering with Muse Knoxville must complete a 60 minute on-site orientation with the Vice President of Operations. Please click here to sign up for an orientation. Orientations are scheduled twice a month - the first Monday of the month from 4:30-5:30pm and the third Thursday of the month from 9:00-10:00am. Volunteers will be credited 1 hour for attending the orientation. Registration for volunteer shifts will not be approved in Give Pulse until the orientation is completed. If you are unable to attend the scheduled orientation, please message Shelby Cornell. Also, if you've volunteered with Muse Knoxville in the past, the orientation will be waived. Thank you!

SENSORY TRICK OR TREAT VOLUNTEER DESCRIPTION 

Sensory Trick or Treat volunteers at Muse Knoxville work alongside our staff to help ensure a successful event for all in attendance. This volunteer is managed by the Vice President of Operations, the Events and Merchandise Manager and Guest Experience staff. Any questions or concerns regarding scheduled shifts, hours verification, etc. will be directed to Shelby Cornell at shelby@themuseknoxville.org.  

SCHEDULE: This volunteer opportunity occurs after Muse’s operating hours. Shifts are scheduled via Give Pulse, Volunteer East Tennessee, or other volunteer recruitment platform.

LOCATION: Muse Knoxville, 516 N. Beaman Street Knoxville, TN 37914, 865-594-1494

DRESS CODE: Closed-toed shoes, attire appropriate for a children’s museum setting, shorts/skirts/dresses must be fingertip length, shirts must cover midriff area

WHEN VOLUNTEERING AS A SENSORY TRICK OR TREAT VOLUNTEER, YOU WILL … 

IMPACT OF THIS VOLUNTEER ROLE:

THIS VOLUNTEER POSITION HAS THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS: 

*Please note: Muse Knoxville has a volunteer no-show policy. If you do not show up for your scheduled shift 3 times, you are no longer able to volunteer with Muse. We understand that unforeseen circumstances do come up. If you are no longer able to attend your scheduled shift, please unregister from the opportunity and/or email the Vice President of Operations at shelby@themuseknoxville.org.

Muse for All 

You belong, be yourself. We thrive that way.  We believe in actively creating a place of diversity, inclusion, and belonging among our staff, volunteers, the audiences that we serve, the programs we develop, and the community partners that we pursue.  We actively seek to recruit, promote, and retain a diverse volunteer workforce—one that welcomes and engages people from every background. We value our staff members, volunteers, and board members and their individual backgrounds, which further our ability to serve and learn from the diverse families that enrich our community. We invite you to join us on our journey.

Our mission is to provide opportunities for refugees to rebuild their lives after suffering persecution so that they may become productive, contributing members of the community. Bridge Refugee Services offers support to over 400 refugee clients in the greater Knox Co. area, and we cannot do this without community support.

Through Second Harvest's Food Rescue Program, we have been able to create partnerships with local ethnic grocery stores and restaurants around Knoxville to combat food insecurity in the refugee community.  We would love to have volunteers help us pick up food donations from these stores and restaurants each week.  We will give you a location or locations to pick up from and you will represent Bridge as you drive to these locations to interact with store employees and pick up these donations.  Then bring these donations back to our office to help us weigh and record the donation.  Vehicles that can haul large donations are preferred, but may not be required.  This volunteer opportunity is a weekly opportunity with some flexibility.

Help us provide our refugee families culturally familiar, nourishing food!

Volunteer Requirements:

Foreign language skills or experience working with refugee populations not required.

If you have any additional questions, please reach out to Peter Green, our Volunteer & Co-Sponsorship Manager, via email at pgreen@bridgerefugees.org.

Who:  Reliable, energetic and hard-working volunteers, at least 18 years of age.

What: The Heart Walk is the American Heart Association’s event that promotes a healthy lifestyle in our community while raising funds for the lifesaving mission of the AHA – to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives.

When: We currently have the shift below available that will take place outdoors for long periods of time. Lifting may be required. 

Saturday, September 27, 2025 | 6:15 AM to 10:30 AM

Tasks include manning areas during the event, photographing walkers, greeting guests, handing out water, cheering, clean-up and more.

Where: Zoo Knoxville
3500 Knoxville Zoo Dr.

Dress: Outdoor, workout attire and closed-toe, athletic shoes are recommended.

*Must provide own transportation. 

Join us for one of Dogwood's biggest events- our fall festival! 

Our fall festival is a night full of games, treats, and fun. Our festival is a fall themed carnival where students and families attend to play games, have fun with teachers, and win different prizes.

We need extra hands playing games, passing out tickets, and making our festival as fun as possible for our families!

Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee’s 

Volunteer Assisted Transportation program:   Volunteer Drivers wanted! 

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

“It’s More than Just a Ride.” - provide transportation, a listening ear and support a senior in need! 

We are seeking volunteer drivers to transport Knox County seniors and people with disabilities. Help a senior with door-through-door transportation assistance to the grocery store, medical appointments, and other fun activities. Volunteers use program vehicles (and gas!) to assist people who might otherwise not be able to leave their homes. 

Stay with the client, support and help them at destinations and back to their residence.

For more information contact us at 865-673-5001

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

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

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

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

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

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

Our Location:

Second Harvest Food Bank of East TN

136 Harvest Lane

Maryville, TN 37801

www.secondharvestetn.org

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

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

Welcome to the Spring Hill-Whittle Springs Community Partner Coalition.
This coalition has been established in response to the strong interest and requests from the Spring Hill Elementary School and Whittle Springs Middle School communities. It brings together a diverse group of stakeholders, including community partners, parents, staff members, and other key contributors. The primary objective of this coalition is to streamline the services provided by its members, fostering collaboration and enhancing our collective impact.

To ensure efficient and accurate tracking of participation, we will utilize this platform for sign-in at each of our meetings. This will allow us to maintain a clear record of involvement and engagement.

The Vine Volunteer Collective is looking for Spanish and Swahili-speaking volunteers to support Family Engagement events at Vine Middle School throughout the school year. We are building a network of volunteers who can be called upon to assist with language support as needed—there’s no expectation to be at every event, just those you have capacity for! Your help will play a vital role in strengthening connections and improving communication with our multilingual families during after-school events. By joining our volunteer network, you’ll help create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all Vine Middle families. Interested in being part of this effort? Sign up today to be contacted when opportunities arise!

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Contact Kyle Pickell at pickellk@unitedwayknox.org for more information

Bring joy to our community by visiting assisted living facilities with our pets! Visit with a kitten or puppy to make everyone smile!

Please visit https://humanesocietytennessee.org/volunteer/ to learn more about how you can help homeless pets.

Help us spread the word about what we do to impact the community! We participate in everything from adoption events to fundraisers to purely informational events.

Please visit https://humanesocietytennessee.org/volunteer/ to learn more about how you can help homeless pets.

When acting as a Shelter Assistant, you will be working with the staff to ensure that our facility is clean and that all of our animals' needs are met. You must be willing to get your hands dirty to help us handle some of the background work we need to do to keep running! This role is vital because it helps ensure the health of our animals.

Please visit https://humanesocietytennessee.org/volunteer/ to learn more about how you can help homeless pets.

When participating in our Hiking Hounds program, you will be taking our adult dogs out on a one on one adventure here in Knoxville! This allows them time out of their cage to help them de-stress, and to help enrich their lives.

Please visit https://humanesocietytennessee.org/volunteer/ to learn more about how you can help homeless pets.

Be a foster for an animal in need! Care for an animal until they can be adopted.

Please visit https://humanesocietytennessee.org/foster/ to learn more about how you can help homeless pets.

Play a direct role in the adoption of animals by helping to match our animals with their forever home!

Please visit https://humanesocietytennessee.org/volunteer/ to learn more about how you can help homeless pets.

Reading Team volunteers assist us in mentally engaging our animals. This helps them to become more adoptable while living in a shelter environment! When working with the animals in the reading team, you will not be handling them physically, but will instead be challenging them to listen to your words. You can read a book, do your homework, or quietly play them an instrument!

Volunteers must be under the age of 16 and accompanied by an adult at all times.

Please visit https://humanesocietytennessee.org/volunteer/ to learn more about how you can help homeless pets.

Beaumont Magnet Academy provides weekly food bags for students who need food support over the weekends.  These bags contain easy to make food and snacks, as well as fresh produce ensuring that kids have food when school is not in session.  Glen Oak Missionary Baptist Church packs the nonperishable items from Second Harvest for us.  Beardsley Farm and the Rotary Club of Knoxville add the fresh produce to the bags 1-2 times a month.

To make this process work, we need help!  We need volunteers to transport our food bags from Glen Oak Missionary Baptist Church to Beaumont Magnet Academy or to Beardsley Farm on the weeks they will be adding produce.

Volunteers will pick up the food bags in the morning and drop them off at BMA or Beardsley Farm depending on the week.  We usually have approximately 100 to 130 bags.  Rolling bins are available to move items to and from your vehicle at each location.  

I will reach out to you to let you know if you will be delivering to the school or to Beardsley Farm.  Dates for Beardsley Farm will be confirmed by beginning of September.  First Beardsley Farm date is 9/18.

Thank you for your support!

Our second annual Equality Fest is happening at City Park in Pigeon Forge. We need people who have some training in security, conflict de-escalation and/or CPR and other emergency health care to be present at our festival. We could also use volunteers who would like to be trained in these areas. We don't expect conflict but we want to be prepared.

We are looking for Spanish-speaking volunteers to support a variety of Family Engagement events at Belle Morris Elementary. Your help will play a vital role in strengthening our connections and improving communication with our Spanish-speaking families during after-school events. We would love to have you join us in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all of our families!

PTO Meeting-September 4th, 6:30-7:30pm

Neighborhood Block Party-September 12th, 5-7pm

Hispanic Heritage Night- September 30th, 5-6:30pm

Hurricane season is heating up - and so is the chance to make a real impact!

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.

HALT fall training classes begin the week of September 8.  In our classes we match a volunteer with a teen and dog team and teach the teens how to train dogs using positive reinforcement techniques.  There is absolutely no dog training experience necessary.  We have a class instructor who will walk everyone through the training commands and the steps to implement.  Volunteers need to be at least 21 years old and able to follow instructions and support the teen in teaching the steps to the dog.

Classes meet twice a week for 4 weeks and we ask that you are able to attend all 8 classes for the session.  Our classes meet at the PetSafe dog park located at 10424 PetSafe Way in Knoxville.  You can choose from the following classes:

             Mon & Wed 1:15 - 2:30 pm

             Mon & Wed 6:15 - 7:30 pm

             Tues & Thurs 1:15 - 2:330 pm

             Tues & Thurs 6:15 - 7:30 pm

If you are interested, please visit our website to complete a volunteer application.

Support Norwood Families – Bilingual Volunteers Needed! We need Spanish-speaking volunteers on Tuesday, August 5th from 4:30–6:30 PM to assist during Meet the Teacher Night.

we’d love your support at these upcoming Open Houses: Grades 3–5: August 14Grades K–2: August 21 (4:30–6:00 p.m.)

Volunteers will help families feel at ease by offering language support, guiding them through the event, and helping them connect with staff and school programs. Whether you can stay the whole time or just part of it, your help truly matters!

Muse Knoxville highly values community engagement and volunteerism and recognizes the monumental impact that volunteers have on every aspect of our organization. We believe that each of our volunteers serves to cultivate an environment of creativity, curiosity, and STEM-based learning for children to experience the power of play.

Corporate volunteering at Muse Knoxville gives staff members an opportunity to interact with one another in a non-work setting that encourages team building, boosts morale, and makes you feel fulfilled -- all while serving children and families in the Knoxville community and beyond. Corporate volunteer opportunities are tailor-made to suit your company’s goals and preferences and include a wide variety of tasks and activities for your staff to do together.

Benefits:

Feel free to email our Vice President of Operations, Shelby Cornell, with any questions or concerns at shelby@themuseknoxville.org. 

CASA of the Tennessee Heartland is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to empowering CASA volunteers to advocate on behalf of abused and neglected children in juvenile court. CASATNH strives to provide a court-appointed volunteer advocate for every abused and neglected child who needs one.

The CASA of the Tennessee Heartland Board of Directors comprises leaders from the nonprofit and for-profit sector who are dedicated to the organization’s mission. As the preeminent resource for abused and neglected children in Anderson and Blount Counties, CASATNH's own board strives to be a model of governance performance.

Our board members champion the importance of exceptional board leadership and believe that each and every organization needs a strong and effective board to fully realize its potential for good. In addition to the standard roles and responsibilities of a board member, our board members are active ambassadors for the organization and are fully engaged in identifying and securing the financial resources and partnerships necessary for CASATNH to advance its mission.

We're looking for a talented and conscientious volunteer board members to continue to strengthen our program. If you can contribute your time, thoughtfulness, and leadership, and are interested in exploring this opportunity, call Executive Director Kesha Waters at 865-425-0888

Beginning on July 1st, 2025 - individuals who are interested in volunteering with Muse Knoxville must complete a 60 minute on-site orientation with the Vice President of Operations. Please click here to sign up for an orientation. Orientations are scheduled twice a month - the first Monday of the month from 4:30-5:30pm and the third Thursday of the month from 9:00-10:00am. Volunteers will be credited 1 hour for attending the orientation. Registration for volunteer shifts will not be approved in Give Pulse until the orientation is completed. If you are unable to attend the scheduled orientation, please message Shelby Cornell. Also, if you've volunteered with Muse Knoxville in the past, the orientation will be waived. Thank you!

COMMUNITY EVENT VOLUNTEER DESCRIPTION

Community Event Volunteers at Muse Knoxville bring the power of play and STEAM-based learning to the community. This volunteer is managed by the Vice President of Operations and the Events and Merchandise Manager. Any questions or concerns regarding scheduled shifts, hours verification, etc. will be directed to Shelby Cornell at shelby@themuseknoxville.org.  

SCHEDULE: This volunteer opportunity has a wide variety of hours and shift opportunities, depending on the date and time of the community event. Volunteer shifts can range from 2-6 hours in length. Shifts are scheduled via Give Pulse, Volunteer East Tennessee, or other volunteer recruitment platform.

LOCATION: Food City - particular location varies by date, these events are outdoors, so please dress and prepare accordingly!

DRESS CODE: Closed-toed shoes, attire appropriate for a children’s museum setting, shorts/skirts/dresses must be fingertip length, shirts must cover midriff area

WHEN VOLUNTEERING AS A COMMUNITY EVENT VOLUNTEER, YOU WILL … 

IMPACT OF THIS VOLUNTEER ROLE:

THIS VOLUNTEER POSITION HAS THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS: 

*Please note: Muse Knoxville has a volunteer no-show policy. If you do not show up for your scheduled shift 3 times, you are no longer able to volunteer with Muse. We understand that unforeseen circumstances do come up. If you are no longer able to attend your scheduled shift, please unregister from the opportunity and/or email the Vice President of Operations at shelby@themuseknoxville.org. 

Muse for All 

You belong, be yourself. We thrive that way.  We believe in actively creating a place of diversity, inclusion, and belonging among our staff, volunteers, the audiences that we serve, the programs we develop, and the community partners that we pursue.  We actively seek to recruit, promote, and retain a diverse volunteer workforce—one that welcomes and engages people from every background. We value our staff members, volunteers, and board members and their individual backgrounds, which further our ability to serve and learn from the diverse families that enrich our community. We invite you to join us on our journey.

Beginning on July 1st, 2025 - individuals who are interested in volunteering with Muse Knoxville must complete a 60 minute on-site orientation with the Vice President of Operations. Orientations are scheduled twice a month - the first Monday of the month from 4:30-5:30pm and the third Thursday of the month from 9:00-10:00am. Volunteers will be credited 1 hour for attending the orientation. Registration for volunteer shifts will not be approved in Give Pulse until the orientation is completed. If you are unable to attend the scheduled orientation, please message Shelby Cornell. Also, if you've volunteered with Muse Knoxville in the past, the orientation will be waived. Thank you!

Muse Knoxville is always looking for recurring, long-term volunteers.

Example duties, based on your interests:

Please look over the following requirements to be sure you are eligible for a recurring volunteer role.

Requirements:
Be at least 16 years old
Be friendly and enthusiastic
Be reliable and flexible
Attend an orientation session
Volunteer at least once a month
Have not been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor in the last 5 years

Benefits:

Once you complete 25+ hours of volunteer work, you will receive a complimentary Muse Volunteer t-shirt PLUS a 20% discount in our gift store/café. 

Once you complete 50+ hours of volunteer work, you will receive a complimentary Muse Knoxville family membership.

If you have questions about recurring, long-term volunteer opportunities, please contact our Vice President of Operations, Shelby Cornell, at (865) 594-1494 x109 / shelby@themuseknoxville.org. Thank you!

Beginning on July 1st, 2025 - individuals who are interested in volunteering with Muse Knoxville must complete a 60 minute on-site orientation with the Vice President of Operations. Please click here to sign up for an orientation. Orientations are scheduled twice a month - the first Monday of the month from 4:30-5:30pm and the third Thursday of the month from 9:00-10:00am. Volunteers will be credited 1 hour for attending the orientation. Registration for volunteer shifts will not be approved in Give Pulse until the orientation is completed. If you are unable to attend the scheduled orientation, please message Shelby Cornell. Also, if you've volunteered with Muse Knoxville in the past, the orientation will be waived. Thank you!

FREE FAMILY NIGHT VOLUNTEER DESCRIPTION

Free Family Night volunteers at Muse Knoxville work alongside our Guest Experience team to help facilitate discovery, exploration and play with our exhibit spaces and programming, while helping to maintain a clean and safe space for all. This volunteer is managed by the Vice President of Operations and the Guest Experience team. Any questions or concerns regarding scheduled shifts, hours verification, etc. will be directed to Shelby Cornell at shelby@themuseknoxville.org. 

SCHEDULE: This volunteer opportunity occurs during Muse’s operating hours. Volunteer shifts are typically 2-2.5 hours in length. Shifts are scheduled via Give Pulse, Volunteer East Tennessee, or other volunteer recruitment platform.

LOCATION: Muse Knoxville, 516 N. Beaman Street Knoxville, TN 37914, 865-594-1494

DRESS CODE: Closed-toed shoes, attire appropriate for a children’s museum setting, shorts/skirts/dresses must be fingertip length, shirts must cover midriff area

WHEN VOLUNTEERING AS A FREE FAMILY NIGHT VOLUNTEER, YOU WILL … 

IMPACT OF THIS VOLUNTEER ROLE:

THIS VOLUNTEER POSITION HAS THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS: 

*Please note: Muse Knoxville has a volunteer no-show policy. If you do not show up for your scheduled shift 3 times, you are no longer able to volunteer with Muse. We understand that unforeseen circumstances do come up. If you are no longer able to attend your scheduled shift, please unregister from the opportunity and/or email the Vice President of Operations at shelby@themuseknoxville.org. 

Muse for All 

You belong, be yourself. We thrive that way. 

We believe in actively creating a place of diversity, inclusion, and belonging among our staff, volunteers, the audiences that we serve, the programs we develop, and the community partners that we pursue.  We actively seek to recruit, promote, and retain a diverse volunteer workforce—one that welcomes and engages people from every background. We value our staff members, volunteers, and board members and their individual backgrounds, which further our ability to serve and learn from the diverse families that enrich our community. We invite you to join us on our journey.

Looking for ways to volunteer with your kiddos and give back to the community? Muse Knoxville is the place for you! As a hands-on children's science museum, we value giving children the opportunity to learn more about volunteerism and community service, while also giving families the opportunity to volunteer together. You and your kiddos can facilitate interactive activity tables, help on our exhibit floor, help in our gardening and beautification efforts, and much more! Volunteer opportunities are super flexible and can fit around your busy schedule. And the best part is... they're fun! 

Reach out to our Vice President of Operations, Shelby Cornell, with any questions - shelby@themuseknoxville.org. 

Beginning on July 1st, 2025 - individuals who are interested in volunteering with Muse Knoxville must complete a 60 minute on-site orientation with the Vice President of Operations. Please click here to sign up for an orientation. Orientations are scheduled twice a month - the first Monday of the month from 4:30-5:30pm and the third Thursday of the month from 9:00-10:00am. Volunteers will be credited 1 hour for attending the orientation. Registration for volunteer shifts will not be approved in Give Pulse until the orientation is completed. If you are unable to attend the scheduled orientation, please message Shelby Cornell. Also, if you've volunteered with Muse Knoxville in the past, the orientation will be waived. Thank you!

EXHIBIT FLOOR SUPPORT VOLUNTEER DESCRIPTION 

Exhibit Floor Support volunteers at Muse Knoxville work alongside our Guest Experience team to help facilitate discovery, exploration and play with our exhibit spaces and programming, while helping to maintain a clean and safe space for all. This volunteer is managed by the Vice President of Operations and the Guest Experience team. Any questions or concerns regarding scheduled shifts, hours verification, etc. will be directed to Shelby Cornell at shelby@themuseknoxville.org.  

SCHEDULE: This volunteer opportunity occurs during Muse’s operating hours. Volunteer shifts are typically 3 hours in length, but can vary from 2-6 hours depending on the volunteer. Shifts are scheduled via Give Pulse, Volunteer East Tennessee, or other volunteer recruitment platform.

LOCATION: Muse Knoxville, 516 N. Beaman Street Knoxville, TN 37914, 865-594-1494

DRESS CODE: Closed-toed shoes, attire appropriate for a children’s museum setting, shorts/skirts/dresses must be fingertip length, shirts must cover midriff area

WHEN VOLUNTEERING AS EXHIBIT FLOOR SUPPORT, YOU WILL … 

IMPACT OF THIS VOLUNTEER ROLE:

THIS VOLUNTEER POSITION HAS THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS: 

Muse for All 

You belong, be yourself. We thrive that way.  We believe in actively creating a place of diversity, inclusion, and belonging among our staff, volunteers, the audiences that we serve, the programs we develop, and the community partners that we pursue.  We actively seek to recruit, promote, and retain a diverse volunteer workforce—one that welcomes and engages people from every background. We value our staff members, volunteers, and board members and their individual backgrounds, which further our ability to serve and learn from the diverse families that enrich our community. We invite you to join us on our journey.

We inspire and empower all children through transformative learning experiences.

Making our community the best place for all to learn through the power of play.

MUSE FOR ALL * POWER OF PLAY * LIFELONG LEARNER * COMMUNITY CONNECTOR       

BIWEEKLY GARDENING VOLUNTEER DESCRIPTION 

Biweekly Gardening volunteers at Muse Knoxville help to maintain our outdoor exhibit spaces and the front area of Muse. Our front area is part of our guests’ first impression of Muse. This volunteer is managed by the Vice President of Operations, the Vice President of Education & Exhibits, and Exhibits Technicians. Any questions or concerns regarding scheduled shifts, hours verification, etc. will be directed to Shelby Cornell at shelby@themuseknoxville.org.  

SCHEDULE: This volunteer opportunity occurs during Muse’s operating hours. Volunteer shifts can vary from 2-4 hours depending on the volunteer. Shifts are scheduled via Give Pulse, Volunteer East Tennessee, or other volunteer recruitment platform.

LOCATION: Muse Knoxville, 516 N. Beaman Street Knoxville, TN 37914, 865-594-1494

DRESS CODE: Closed-toed shoes, attire appropriate for a children’s museum setting, shorts/skirts/dresses must be fingertip length, shirts must cover midriff area, clothing that you do not mind getting dirty

WHEN VOLUNTEERING AS A BIWEEKLY GARDENING VOLUNTEER, YOU WILL … 

Pull weeds in Muse’s front area and the We Beelong exhibit area

Plant new flowers and plants

Remove dead plants

Mulch as needed

IMPACT OF THIS VOLUNTEER ROLE:

Help keep Muse beautiful!

Improve the quality of our front area 

Increase positive first impressions on our guests

Help to maintain our We Beelong exhibit area

THIS VOLUNTEER POSITION HAS THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS: 

A passion for gardening!

Ability and willingness to do outdoor tasks

Treat everyone with kindness and respect

Dependability and arriving on time for your scheduled shift

Have not been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor in the last 5 years

If volunteering more than 3 shifts

Attend an on-site orientation with the Director of Museum Operations

Complete and pass a background check at no cost to the volunteer

*Please note: Muse Knoxville has a volunteer no-show policy. If you do not show up for your scheduled shift 3 times, you are no longer able to volunteer with Muse. We understand that unforeseen circumstances do come up. If you are no longer able to attend your scheduled shift, please unregister from the opportunity and/or email the Vice President of Operations at shelby@themuseknoxville.org. 

Muse for All 

You belong, be yourself. We thrive that way. 

We believe in actively creating a place of diversity, inclusion, and belonging among our staff, volunteers, the audiences that we serve, the programs we develop, and the community partners that we pursue. 

We actively seek to recruit, promote, and retain a diverse volunteer workforce—one that welcomes and engages people from every background. We value our staff members, volunteers, and board members and their individual backgrounds, which further our ability to serve and learn from the diverse families that enrich our community. We invite you to join us on our journey.

Time commitment medium-large, depending on how many events coordinator has to attend and how quickly dogs are adopted. 

Life is a journey, and we are needing some compassionate volunteers to help walk our patients home on their last leg of their journey.  We have opportunities for patient companionship, caregiver relief, running errands, preparing lite meals and doing lite housekeeping.  We also have opportunities in our office to do administrative tasks and with our specialized programs, such as We Honor Veterans, Pet Peace of Mind, G.I.F.T. (Grace In Final Transition) and Chart of Life.

Hospice isn't all about death and dying, we are about teaching people to live life to it's fullest in the time that they have. Hospice seeks to provide our patients and families with quality of life over quantity. With just 2 hours a week you can help provide people with friendship and dignity. 

BIG NEWS – WE’RE BACK! 

Volunteer registration for this year’s Wears Valley Fall Fest is officially OPEN!

Mark your calendars for October 17–19 and get ready for three days of
autumn magic, local flavor, and community fun.

Let’s make this year’s festival bigger, better, and even more fun than ever before.
See you there...pumpkin spice vibes included! 

Sign up here: https://form.jotform.com/252123789270156

Reach out to an average of 3-4 clients per shift.Document: 

During the shift, maintain close communication with staff and other volunteers through the Slack platform to coordinate calls and receive support as needed. 

Full-day availability is not necessary; scheduling is flexible within this window.A private workspace free from distractions: 

Calls are made from a recorded line, so the ability to download and use the Zoom application onto a personal computer is necessary. Assistance setting up your computer is available if needed.Empathy & Active Listening: 

Dependability for scheduled shifts and completing tasks as assigned.Good Communication Skills: 

Protection of the personal information of CONTACT Care Line’s clients.Complete a background check.

The 50th Annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade will be held on Friday, December 5, 2025. More than 60,000 people come to view the award winning parade featuring lighted floats, marching bands, giant balloons and of course Santa Claus! The parade route runs through the middle of downtown Gatlinburg.

Beginning at 7:30 p.m. from Baskins Creek Bypass and East Parkway, a spectacular parade line-up of balloons, floats decorated by local businesses and community groups, and high school marching bands, spans through downtown before ending at traffic light #10. Spectators are encouraged to arrive early on parade day. 

We need volunteers for multiple different aspects of this event. Balloon handlers, banner carriers, judges, integration, and so much more. All volunteers will receive a t-shirt and hours counted towards any community service.

People of all ages can volunteer for this event! 

The fifth annual East Knoxville Community Cleanup will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2025 from 9am-12pm. The event base will be at Caswell Park, located at 616 Jessamine Street, Knoxville, TN 37917. 

We will be removing litter from East Knoxville roads, creeks, and parks. Participants of any age are welcome! We look forward to seeing those who live, work, or play in East Knoxville - as well as anyone who wants to lend a helping hand. Thank you for keeping Knoxville beautiful! 

There are three volunteer options: two to sign up as an individual picking up litter and one to sign up as a group. Please only fill out the section that applies to you.

Groups: Participating groups will send a leader to Caswell Park to pick up supplies and then meet their group at their designated, or assigned neighborhood to pick up litter. Please only sign up as a group if you are wishing to lead your group in your own cleanup area. 

Individuals

Caswell Park & surrounding roads

First Creek at Caswell Park

Keep Knoxville Beautiful will provide the following equipment:

Litter Pickers

Gloves

Safety Vests

Trash Bags

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

The EKCC is rain or shine, but in the case of severe weather, the rain date is Sunday, September 28th. 

Sign ups for groups close on Sunday, September 21st at 11:59 PM. Sign ups for individuals will stay open until filled. 

Thank you to our sponsors Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA), The Pete and Thomas Foundation, Surveying and Mapping LLC, Junk Galaxy, the City of Knoxville, Knox County, Keep Tennessee Beautiful, and Nobody Trashes Tennessee. 

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

Sign up here: https://app.betterunite.com/keepknoxvillebeautiful-eastknoxvillecommunitycleanup2025

The Energy Technology and Environmental Business Association (ETEBA) Business Opportunities and Technical Conference is returning to the Knoxville Convention Center October 28-30, 2025. Volunteers will assist the conference planners by prepping attendee bags prior to the conference.  

Monday, October 27, 12pm-5pm

Volunteers will assist with preparing welcome bags.

About ETEBA:

The Energy Technology and Environmental Business Association (ETEBA) is a non-profit trade association representing more than 200 small, large and mid-sized companies and affiliate members that provide environmental, technology, energy, engineering, construction and related services to government and commercial clients.

Our mission is to promote the success of our members by fostering market understanding, identifying business opportunities and advocating for the common interests of our member companies.

To find more information about the ETEBA annual conference, visit eteba.org. 

Remote Area Medical (RAM) offers volunteer opportunities at our headquarters located in Rockford, TN. Only a 15-minute drive from downtown Knoxville, Maryville, and Alcoa. Volunteers can aid in preparing clinic needs to ensure resources are available and ready to deploy. Volunteers are always welcome at headquarters Monday through Friday starting at 9a.m. and wrapping up at 4:30 p.m.  Our projects change almost every day so there is always something to do for everyone! Whether assisting in sorting donations, performing light office work or aiding in loading equipment, your time and effort will directly benefit communities and touch lives across the country and across the world. Experience our mission and learn more by visiting www.ramusa.org today! 

We are looking for Spanish-speaking volunteers to support a variety of Family Engagement events at Whittle Springs Middle School. Your help will play a vital role in strengthening our connections and improving communication with our Spanish-speaking families during after-school events. We would love to have you join us in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all of our families!

Community Educators are volunteer public speakers and community builders who help the Alzheimer's Association raise awareness, provide education, and expand the reach of educational offerings in the community. These volunteers deliver presentations using prepared training materials on topics related to Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. 

Special Events Volunteers with the Alzheimer’s Association play a key role in creating impactful community experiences. These volunteers assist with event setup and breakdown, helping to create welcoming and organized spaces that support our mission. Most often, they support tabling events, engage with the public, hand out materials, answer basic questions, and represent the Association with warmth and professionalism. Their presence helps raise awareness, promote programs, and connect individuals with vital resources. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys being out in the community and wants to make a difference in the lives of those affected by Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Volunteers may be asked to help lift and carry light materials, and events typically take place during daytime or early evening hours. Training and support are provided, and all experience levels are welcome.

Make a Difference in a Student’s Life

Join EnCorps’ STEMx Tutors program to virtually tutor math to middle school students who are under-performing in Foundational Math, Pre-Algebra and Algebra 1. 

The St. Christopher Fund is looking for an assistant to help our Health & Wellness Manager. This involves Completing forms for new participants, updating data into programs and any other assistance as deemed by the Health & Wellness Manager. Any help is appreciated, even if only 2 hours/week!

At the Connection Center we have multiple ministries that give back to the community through volunteer-led support. Our ministries include:  a food pantry, day center for people experiencing homelessness, connection partnership, and legal advocates. We offer an orientation to learn about all of our ministries on the first Wednesday of every month at noon in our North Conference room. Come see where you can get connected in serving your community! 

Please note: this volunteer opportunity is located in Chattanooga, TN.

*High Need*

Therapeutic Preschool is an Intensive Outpatient Program for children ages 4 - 6 who have experienced significant trauma.  Children learn about emotions, coping skills and communication.  Children are provided with a space to work through their emotions in a least restrictive environment.  

Therapeutic Preschool runs Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9am-12pm. 

Volunteer tasks can include:

Volunteers must commit to a minimum of 6 months to the volunteer program and must be over 21 years of age.  Volunteers must enjoy and be at ease working with children who have emotional and behavioral difficulties.

If you are interested in becoming a Therapeutic Preschool Volunteer, please click here to apply. Please note on the application that you are interested in this opportunity. 

Loudon County Habitat is in need of volunteers for upcoming construction site tasks. No experience is required. There will be task leaders onsite to provide guidance. Many of the upcoming projects are located in Loudon. Volunteers will need to register on our volunteer platform Bloomerang. A link can be provided to those who express interest here. Once registered volunteers can view what tasks/shifts are available and sign up for what fits their schedule and comfort level.