Needs From: Volunteer East Tennessee

Morristown/Lakeway, TN Area

Serves Cocke, Jefferson, Grainger, Hancock, Claiborne, Hawkins & Hamblen Counties.

Looking for licensed hairdressers (or retired) who are willing to VOLUNTEER to make visits in hospice patients homes to cut/style hair. We serve seven counties but would only ask that you make visits in the homes in the county that is convenient for you. However, if you are willing to go outside of your area, that would be more than acceptable to us. 

Please contact us.... we will meet with you, start that application & background check. 

MUST HAVE RECEIVED COVID VACCINES. PROOF WILL BE REQUIRED. MASKS WILL BE REQUIRED.

Morristown/Lakeway, TN Area - Serves Cocke, Jefferson, Grainger, Hancock, Claiborne, Hawkins & Hamblen Counties. 

Did you serve honorably in one of our branches of the military, have a little extra time and interested in giving back? THEN WE WANT YOU! We are in need of Veteran Volunteers to work with Veterans who are on our hospice services. We are a partner with the We Honor Veterans Program (Veteran to Veteran) and we took an oath that we would make sure our Veterans die with dignity and not alone. We are holding up our end of that bargain.

However, we've found they need more than just our services, they need their brothers and sisters that they have that special connection with to be with them through this journey. Veterans have a bond with each other like no other - not like a spouse, sibling or a child. We already have several Veteran Volunteers but we keep them busy. We need more! We are looking for Veterans that have the time to make visits, calls, write letters, send cards, run errands, provide respite, etc. Their families need your support too. 

So, have we pulled at your heart strings yet? If so, let's hear from you. We are located in Morristown but we serve seven counties - Cocke, Grainger, Hamblen, Hawkins, Claiborne, Hancock, & Jefferson. We will meet with you, take your application, get that back ground check done and the training over with. Our Veterans are so near and dear to our hearts..... they need you. Look forward to hearing from each of you!

MUST HAVE RECEIVED COVID VACCINE. PROOF WILL NEED TO BE PROVIDED.

Morristown/Lakeway, TN Area

Serves Cocke, Jefferson, Grainger, Hancock, Claiborne, Hawkins & Hamblen Counties.

COVID VACCINATIONS REQUIRED. PROOF OF WILL NEED TO BE PROVIDED. 

Looking for DIRECT volunteers that are willing to make weekly companion visits (30+ minutes), respite visits (2+ hours) OR Vigil Sitting (hours vary). Will NOT be required to give care. 

Let's hear from you - set up a time to meet, complete that application and start those background checks. 

We are also a partner with the We Honor Veterans Program and MONSTER supporters of local Veterans program! We have several Veteran volunteers and we welcome more!!!! Drop me an email! Love to hear from you! 

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;

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, SCHAS has created the S.O.S Program to provide grocery delivery services to those who have compromised immune systems or are age 60 or older. 

Volunteers are needed to take phone orders for seniors in this program. 

What is involved?

All volunteers receive training prior to taking orders.

Click RESPOND for more information and/or to sign up.

CONTACT Care Line is seeking compassionate and dedicated volunteers to join our newly established Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors (LOSS) Team.

About the LOSS Team: The LOSS Team provides support to individuals and families who have recently experienced the loss of a loved one to suicide. As a LOSS Team member, you will play a critical role in offering comfort, resources, and a listening ear to survivors, helping them navigate the difficult early moments of their grief journey.

Possible Tasks:

Training Provided: All volunteers will receive training on suicide prevention, crisis response, and providing support to survivors. No prior experience in crisis intervention is required – just a willingness to learn and serve others in their time of need.

With 7.5 acres of greenspace atop Mabry's Hill and a single staff member, volunteers provide vital in maintaining and beautifying our historic site. Mabry-Hazen House sits at the center of a level 1 arboretum, and green thumbs are necessary to take care of the diverse flora. There are two primary opportunities to volunteer with our grounds: 

Interested in sponsoring a bed? Reach out to learn how you can become a member of Mabry's Hill Garden Club!

Hellbender Harm Reduction is in need of the following items: 

Please note - that you must respond to this need to let us know that you are planning on donating items

Prior to delivery please text or call (865) 266 - 6389 to arrange for drop off details & drop off locations!

Please follow this link to find the most up-to-date items needed for the KAPA kitchen:

Pantry Donations

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

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

Amazon Wishlist Link

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

Have you ever wished you could make a difference just by running your daily errands? 

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 is expecting to welcome a record number of refugees to Knoxville this year, and we cannot do this without community support.

We would love to have volunteers help us shop for culturally appropriate groceries.  We will give you grocery gift cards (you don't have to use your own money!) and a culturally appropriate grocery list for the family you are shopping for; you help us by going to a local Walmart or other grocery store and shopping for the items on the list and return the groceries to our office. This volunteer opportunity is very flexible with busy schedules!

Help us give a refugee family a head start in their new city by providing 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.

Every Wednesday, Emerald Youth's JustLead Ministry offers a discipleship opportunity for youth and the community. Each afterschool location has an evening filled with fun games, a Bible lesson, corporate worship, and other faith activities. We are looking for volunteers who would be willing to lead students in small groups to discuss the Bible message of the week. We serve elementary, middle, and high school age students.  Commitment:  Wednesdays from 5:30-7:00 pm at one of our JustLead locations

*Summer may differ on timeframe.

*Requirements: Background check and training

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

We are a small founder-led organization looking for a fundraising coordinator with experience in fundraising and networking with local individuals, businesses, and organizations. Our ideal candidate will be self-motivated and able to take initiative. Experience with grant writing is preferable but not required. Hours are flexible, and the majority of the work may be done remotely.

Do you feel called to volunteer for refugees and international families? If so, this opportunity is for you!

The Center for English and Integration Services is a nonprofit organization that provides refugees and other internationals in metro Knoxville with English language life-skills, empowering them toward integration and self-sufficiency.

We are looking for passionate volunteers to join our Childcare Program, caring for our students' children while they learn English as a Second Language.

Please let us know if you are interested in volunteering with us!

We need teachers for our Movement Groups!

Are you passionate about positively impacting the lives of individuals living with Parkinson's disease and their caregivers? Do you believe in the power of movement to improve balance, gait and muscle flexibility as well as positively impact mood and promote feelings of wellness? If so, we invite you to join our remarkable team of volunteers at PJParkinson's!

Who We Are: PJParkinson's is a dedicated organization that is committed to enhancing the lives of those affected by Parkinson's disease. We provide a range of services, including education, advocacy, community engagement, movement programming, groups, and concierge support services. Our mission is to make life better for families affected by Parkinson's Disease here at home (Tennessee) and around the world. 

What we need: We are looking for an instructor to lead a weekly movement class of for Parkinson's patients. A background in physical therapy or dance would be ideal.

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of individuals living with Parkinson's disease and their caregivers? Do you believe in the power of movement to improve balance, gait and muscle flexibility as well as positively impact mood and promote feelings of wellness? If so, we invite you to join our remarkable team of volunteers at PJParkinson's!

Who We Are: PJParkinson's is a dedicated organization that is committed to enhancing the lives of those affected by Parkinson's disease. We provide a range of services, including education, advocacy, community engagement, movement programming, groups, and concierge support services. Our mission is to make life better for families affected by Parkinson's Disease here at home (Tennessee) and around the world. 

We are looking for an instructor in Clinton

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of individuals living with Parkinson's disease and their caregivers? Do you believe in the power of movement to improve balance, gait and muscle flexibility as well as positively impact mood and promote feelings of wellness? If so, we invite you to join our remarkable team of volunteers at PJParkinson's!

Who We Are: PJParkinson's is a dedicated organization that is committed to enhancing the lives of those affected by Parkinson's disease. We provide a range of services, including education, advocacy, community engagement, movement programming, groups, and concierge support services. Our mission is to make life better for families affected by Parkinson's Disease here at home (Tennessee) and around the world. 

What we need: We are looking for an instructor with a backround in physical therapy or dance, which would be great.

The Salvation Army is seeking individuals to help serve dinner for residents in our shelters. 

Volunteers serve food from a cafeteria-style serving line and assist with other kitchen duties, as needed.  Kitchen duties can include sweeping, cleaning and disinfecting tables and/or rinsing dishes.  

Once you sign up for a shift, your volunteer shift is confirmed.

If you are volunteering as part of a group, each person in the group must sign up to volunteer separately.

Arrival time, parking, entry, and attire:

Please arrive at our Knoxville Area Command at 409 N Broadway, Knoxville, TN no later than 4:15 pm. You may park anywhere. Enter the main building facing Broadway building through our main entrance (second entrance on the front side of the building between the flag pole and playground). Let the receptionist know you are there to volunteer. You will be directed where to go once you check in at the front desk. 

If you are volunteering on a date when the main office is closed, please walk around the back of the main building to the kitchen entrance which is the last door on the raised patio.

Volunteers should wear long pants and closed-toed shoes. Attire should also be appropriate and not include profanity, low-cut tops, or excessively short dresses or shorts.

Be sure to sign in on the volunteer sign in sheet found in the kitchen.

If you have questions, please contact our volunteer coordinator at 865-971-4920 or call the reception desk at 865-525-9401.

Thank you for volunteering!

**Mobile Meals delivers meals on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day, but help is needed all holiday season**

Mobile Meals delivers to over 1,000 homebound seniors daily Monday – Friday to every zip code in Knox County. Volunteers deliver a hot lunchtime meal that, along with the daily safety check, helps to keep individuals safe and healthy longer in their own home, where they want to be. We need over 100 volunteers deliver meals each weekday. Volunteers are always needed to help with this much needed service.

Deliveries take place 10am - 1pm, Monday-Friday. Volunteers can schedule a route to be assigned on a regular basis, can volunteer seasonally (during holiday times, during any school breaks, etc.);or can give us a list of dates or just reach out when available. Kids are welcome to come along and Students will earn 4 hours per delivery and are welcome to bring someone along with them. 

Each participant 18+ should fill out a volunteer application by going to the following link https://forms.office.com/r/MTMNLQygxr. After you register you will get an email from the Volunteer Coordinator with details about how to schedule a volunteer opportunity. Please reach out with any questions. Email: mobilemealsvols@cacnutrition.org Text: 865-680-2594  Call: 865-524-2786 and ask for Mobile Meals

We need 2-3 volunteers to join our PJ Parkinson's Support Group in Clinton, TN. They will need to assist our support group participants with sign-in and mobility. Our support group meets twice a month at Clinch River Home Health at noon. the first and third Wednesday of each month. 

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 at least 18 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. 

The Friendship House Peer Support Center (PSC) is a client-run rehabilitation service for adults with mental illness. Three main goals of peer support centers are education, socialization, and support. The PSC serves as a safe place for mentally ill adults to come build relationships, develop socialization skills, become involved in the community, and expand their support system. Members learn about independent living, mental health recovery, physical wellness and job training skills, and have a variety of community resources readily available

Volunteers are needed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 12:00pm-3:00pm.

Volunteer tasks can include:

A great opportunity for those in recovery or looking for Peer Support hours/opportunities, however, all are welcome to apply.

Volunteers must commit to a minimum of 6 months to the volunteer program and must be at least 18 years of age. Volunteers must enjoy and be at ease working with adults that have a serious mental health diagnosis

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

The Regional Intervention Program (RIP) is a 12-14 week behavior modification program for children ages 2 - 6.  The program is designed to simultaneously decrease the child's unwanted behaviors while strengthening social skills and empowering parents to set developmentally appropriate limits and consequences for their child.  

RIP volunteers are needed on Tuesdays and/or Thursdays 5pm-8pm.

Volunteer tasks can include:

Volunteers must commit to a minimum of 6 months to the volunteer program and must be at least 18 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 RIP Volunteer, please click here to apply. Please note on the application that you are interested in this opportunity.

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

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

The Joy of Music School holds Board Meetings from noon to 1pm on the third Wednesday of every other month throughout the calendar year. Our first meeting of 2026 will be on Wednesday, January 21st. We are looking for a volunteer receptionist to answer phones and let visitors in to the school during those six meetings. It is a light duty position. 

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

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

I'm great at running my organization. But when it comes to fundraising, I'm not the best. We are looking for someone who is interested in takin the lead on this and help our organization raise money. Resilience Wellness Association is a 501(c)(3) that I started in 2022 to provide access to mental health services such as therapy and counseling. Our organization has grown thanks to receiving some grants, but we really lack funding from donations. We are looking for someone who would be interested in raising money for us through social media promotions and connecting with businesses.

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

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

During a typical class, you might:

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

Check out this video to see us in action!

The Farragut Museum is seeking docents.  There are 2 person shifts, and the museum is open Tuesday - Saturday 11 am - 2 pm.  There is a training manual available, and a background check is required.  

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." 

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 

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. 

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?

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.

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

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.

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

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!

To meet our mission, we use chain-link fence panels to put up a 800 SF enclosure for a chained dog.  The dog also gets a shade canopy and sometimes we install chicken wire at the bottom if the dog is a digger.  

Builds are usually on Saturday mornings and last 2 -3 hours.  We advise everyone on our volunteer list when we schedule a build and if you're able to help, you join us.  We are a fun group and the reward is amazing when we're able to witness the dog get off the chain for the first time - freedom and the ability to run and jump.

We are specifically looking for volunteers in counties surrounding Knox - Anderson, Blount, Sevier, Grainger, Jefferson, Union, Roane!

Volunteering and expressing companion with patients at the end of life.
Many patients have limited support at the end of life.  You can help by simply reading or listening to music with them. 
Please let us know if you are a veteran, we would love to connect you with our veteran patients. 
​Training and testing are all provided by Caris Healthcare.

Please be aware on-boarding can take 10 to 14 days to complete the  process.

Do you enjoy working with a small group?  Caris Healthcare is in need of Administrative Volunteers to come help with scanning, writing cards, creating packets for hospice patients, and much more. 

The Knoxville Caris office is located off Pellissippi Parkway near Hardin Valley.

Looking for individuals who enjoy cooking!
Caris Healthcare provides hospice care throughout east TN.
Caris Volunteers support our patients and their families by providing occasional meals.

Families can face hardship during this challenging time.

Volunteers can provide soups, casseroles, and other food items.  Some of our patients still live alone,  and some families face the struggle, out of employment while caring for their loved one. 

Volunteers can prep, cook and package each meal, Caris staff will deliver. 
If you are interested in learning more about how you can help, please let's talk!

Are you a compassionate and caring person? 
We NEED you!

Caris provides hospice care throughout TN. 

End of life can be a difficult and lonely time for patients and/or their loved ones.  Volunteers can provide additional support and friendship during.  

Patient Volunteers provide companionship to patients who are located in nursing facilities, assisted living, and private homes.  It may be reading, listening to music or playing bingo with a patient.  Often patients in centers do not have many visitors and enjoy having additional company.  For home patients, volunteers provide respite for caregivers so they can go shopping, pick up medicines, or just have a meal with a friend during this challenging time. 

Volunteers do not perform any hands-on care (no moving patient from a bed to a chair, taking to the bathroom, etc.).  Caris will cover the fees for patient volunteers to have a two-step TB test and background checks. Volunteering starts with a volunteer application and in-person orientation, completed with short computer training that can be completed either at home, our office or your local library.  

If you would like to volunteer, please contact us so we can tell you more about Caris and those we serve. 

Work alongside KARM Stores team members to redeem donations for dollars to feed and shelter the homeless in our community. You'll see how every item given to KARM Stores is used to fulfill the mission of Knox Area Rescue Ministries of restoring lives in Jesus' name.

Schedule your time to serve from the list of available times at karmstores.com, or contact us at volunteer@karmstores.com to request another day and time convenient for you.

Knox Area Rescue Ministries & KARM Stores is a non-profit recognized by tnAchieves and Tennessee Promise. All donations of time can be used to fulfill required community service.

WDVX needs volunteers to help chart demographic data at our daily Blue Plate Special live radio show.

The show is held M-Sat at noon in downtown Knoxville at the WDVX Blue Plate Special stage inside Visit Knoxville. On Fridays, we host the Big Plate at Barley's. 

We are looking for volunteers to come to the Blue Plate and engage with the audience to gather demographic data on the makeup of the audience and where people are traveling from to attend our live events. Typically, a volunteer would claim a specific day of the week and come every week on that day to volunteer. We currently have open needs on Tuesdays, Fridays, & Saturdays. You would be surrounded by lovers of live music in our audience and have the opportunity to interact with musical guests and WDVX personnel.

Other volunteer opportunities at WDVX live events are also available on an as needed basis. These opportunities include helping with WDVX fundraising, festivals, and other events.

Direct inquiries to Nelson Gullett, WDVX Development Director, at volunteers@wdvx.com.

Volunteer Opportunity: Small Event Planner & NAMIWALKS Support Chair

Are you passionate about mental health advocacy and skilled at organizing events? NAMI Knoxville is looking for a Small Event Support Volunteer & NAMIWALKS Support Volunteer to help us coordinate impactful events that support our mission to educate, advocate, and bring hope to those affected by mental illness.

Responsibilities:

Small Event Planner

•Plan and coordinate small-scale fundraising and community engagement events.

•Secure venues, vendors, and entertainment as needed.

•Work with NAMI Knoxville leadership to ensure events align with our mission.

•Assist with promotion and outreach to increase attendance and engagement.

•Manage event logistics, including setup, breakdown, and volunteer coordination.

NAMIWALKS Support Chair

•Assist in organizing NAMIWALKS Knoxville, our biggest annual fundraising and awareness event.

•Recruit and engage local businesses, community groups, and teams to participate.

•Help plan walk-day logistics, including check-in, entertainment, and activities.

•Coordinate volunteers and ensure a smooth event experience.

•Work alongside our event committee to maximize impact and fundraising efforts.

Ideal Volunteer:

•Experience or interest in event planning, community engagement, or fundraising.

•Strong organizational and communication skills.

•Passion for mental health advocacy and NAMI Knoxville’s mission.

•Ability to work collaboratively and independently on event logistics.

•Availability for planning meetings and events throughout the year.

Why Volunteer?

•Make a real impact in the Knoxville community by supporting mental health initiatives.

•Gain valuable experience in event planning and nonprofit fundraising.

•Work alongside a dedicated team of volunteers and mental health advocates.

•Be part of a supportive and inspiring organization committed to change.

If you’re ready to help make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! To apply or learn more, contact us at ldejong@namiknox.org

JustLead Ministry Volunteer Positions

TUTOR
Work one-0n-one or in small groups with elementary or middle school age young people in a specific subject area.

HOMEWORK HELP
Help elementary school age young people as needed with homework (during school year)

LIFE SKILLS/HEALTH AND ENRICHMENT
Facilitate and/or support related activities

SMALL GROUPS, BIBLE STUDY, COOK, WORSHIP
Lead or participate in any one of the aforementioned activities for elementary, middle and high school age young people. Mostly on Wednesday evenings or during weekend camps/retreats.

TIMES: School Year: weekdays 3:00-5:30 pm or some evenings depending on age of youth Summer: during the day on weekdays

COMMITMENT: School year preferred, but one school semester accepted; or summer program


Apply for this opportunity at: https://www.emeraldyouth.volunteerhub.com/

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY:
Emerald Youth Foundation is a Christian, urban youth and community ministry in Knoxville, TN serving over 2,000 young people annually. Emerald Youth’s ministry is implemented through a network of more than 18 churches and faith-based organizations to raise up a large number of urban youth who love Jesus Christ and become effective leaders who help renew their communities.

Emerald Youth Sports | Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, Swimming, Baseball, Track, Wrestling, and Flag Football.

Time(s): Weekday evening practices (2x a week) held (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday). Games on the weekends. Total commitment is 2-5 hours a week per season.

*All selected volunteer candidates are required to complete a background screening prior to placement in a volunteer opportunity with Emerald Youth Foundation.

Apply for this opportunity at: https://www.emeraldyouth.volunteerhub.com

Spark TN, a disability services non-profit in Knoxville, TN is looking for a volunteer Mon-Thurs 9a.m.-5p.m. Volunteers will assist with answering the phone at front desk, welcoming our clients during walk-ins, and general tasks as needed. We are a small staff of 5 and have a generally laid back and inviting work environment. 

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.

Are you ready to inspire, guide, and empower the next generation? Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee is seeking dedicated individuals to volunteer as mentors for children in our community.

What You’ll Do:

- Spend quality time with your "Little," building a meaningful, one-on-one relationship.
- Participate in fun and enriching activities that spark confidence and growth.
- Help your Little achieve their potential by offering encouragement and guidance.

Who Can Volunteer:

- Anyone 15 years or older—yes, high school students can mentor too! Our structured school-based program is designed specifically for younger mentors.
- Adults 23 years or older can choose between school-based or community-based mentoring, offering flexibility to match their schedules.
- The commitment is just 4-6 hours per month for at least one year.
- No prior mentoring experience is needed—just a passion for making a difference and helping children succeed!

Why Volunteer with Us?

- Transform a child’s life while enriching your own.
- Join a supportive, mission-driven community of volunteers.
- Gain valuable personal and professional growth.

How to Get Started:

Visit https://tennesseebig.org/get-involved/ or contact Chris Whitehead/cwhitehead@tennesseebig.org/865-263-7560 for more information.

Together, we can make a difference—one match at a time.

Do you have a heart to see young girls become confident in who they are? Become a Girl Talk 1:1 Mentor!

Mentoring is a critical component of Girl Talk, Inc., so we must select excellent mentors—individuals with leadership and mentoring experience, who are serious and passionate about Girl Talk’s mission. Our mentors are the hands and feet of Girl Talk, Inc. and have the most important job of all.

Girls in 6th – 12th grade from all over the city of Knoxville can apply to receive one to one mentoring.  Each girl is matched with a caring adult woman who will give her the additional support that she needs to get through life’s challenges and transitions.

Our 1:1 Mentors are there to give our girls hope, encouragement, love, support, and confidence.  Our mentors meet with their girls at least once a month to go on mentoring outings that cultivates the relationship and provide girls with a safe space to just be in such a chaotic and demanding world.

For more information: sign up here, visit girltalkinc.com, or email nichole@girltalkinc.com

Volunteers needed in FISH Pantry Food Warehouse Tuesdays and/ or Thursdays. 

Duties include learning to use manual and electric pallet jacks to offload pallets of food from trucks into storage, and to move food pallets from storage to food distribution areas.

This can be for any amount of time between 8 am-1 pm.

Seeking Volunteers to take needed household items to our clients by vehicle. Oftentimes this is one or two items, a welcome basket, baby needs, sometimes furniture, etc. to an Apartment/home of our client. This is an ongoing need occurring most weeks.

Caris Healthcare in East TN, Knoxville area is seeking volunteers for  sewing/quilting & crafting projects:

We always seek volunteers to show their love and support for the ladies we serve. We have a Behind the Walls program where you can become a facilitator or co-facilitator and teach classes in one of the many detention facilities in East Tennessee. We have a Beyond the Walls program with a reentry home where you can serve the newly released ladies by becoming a mentor or volunteering for one of the many projects around the house.

Become a Board Member at A Step Ahead Foundation of East Tennessee!

Are you passionate about women’s health equity and committed to making a lasting impact in East Tennessee? A Step Ahead Foundation of East Tennessee (ASAFET) is seeking dynamic individuals to join our Board of Directors.

As a board member, you’ll play a vital role in advancing our mission to provide free, preventive, reversible contraception and reproductive health education to individuals across 16 counties in East Tennessee. Together, we’re working to reduce barriers to contraceptive access, improve health outcomes, and create economic and educational opportunities for all.

Why Join ASAFET’s Board?

We’re looking for individuals who:

What Does It Mean to Be a Board Member?

Ready to take the next step? Email info@astepaheadeasttn.org or visit our website to learn more. Together, we can ensure everyone has access to the tools they need to plan their futures.

Join us today and help create a healthier, more equitable future for our community!

Girl Talk collaborates with the Knoxville Education Foundation (formerly known as the Great Schools Partnership Community Schools Initiative), Knox County Schools, and Community Organizations to provide group mentoring services to 3rd – 5th grade girls after school. Through curriculum-based learning objectives and group mentoring, we assist in building girls’ confidence and self-esteem, preventing teen pregnancy, and increasing the likelihood of educational advancement.

Each semester, girls participate in 10-weekly group sessions facilitated by trained Girl Talk mentors. These sessions teach the girls healthy coping skills, offer a safe space to process their daily lives and feelings, and the opportunity to build a positive peer community.

Our school and site based mentors meet for one hour a week with a group of girls during an after school program. We are looking for women who are passionate about the young girls in our community and who are hoping to make a difference through mentorship. 

For more information: sign up here, visit girltalkinc.com, or email nichole@girltalkinc.com

We offer short-term volunteering opportunities for community service such as Tennessee Promise and other programs. These opportunities are for basic but important tasks that help our operations run smoothly, including:

No direct animal care tasks are available through short-term volunteering. All short-term volunteers complete a virtual orientation class with a one-time $10 program fee to cover the cost of your volunteer uniform.

Applications for short-term volunteering can be found here.

All volunteers earning community service hours for court are required to complete a background check. The fee for the background check is $45.

After registering, 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.

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.

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

Our Canine Caretaker team supports shelter staff in keeping our dogs clean, happy, and healthy!

Requirements:

Example Duties:

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

CASA stands for Court Appointed Special Advocates. These advocates are specially trained volunteers represent the best interests of children in juvenile abuse and neglect court cases. CASA of the Tennessee Heartland is a local, nonprofit organization dedicated to the service of abused and neglected children in Anderson and Blount Counties.

CASA of the Tennessee Heartland is also looking for volunteers to serve in a non-advocate capacity. This opportunity is for those who are interested in volunteering with CASA but feel that advocacy is not their preferred form of service, or that they do not have time to be an advocate. While advocate volunteers and non-advocate volunteers take on different roles and responsibilities, they all work toward the same goal of serving Anderson and Blount County children.

Volunteers who are interested in helping with fundraising, appreciation events, office/administrative tasks, and community engagement are encouraged to apply.

Volunteers must be at least 21 years of age and submit to background checks to be considered.

CASA is looking for volunteers able to commit to at least one year of service as Court Appointed Special Advocates. The 30 hour training and 3 hours of court observation prepare future CASAs for their role as advocates for children in abuse and neglect cases in Juvenile Court. CASA volunteers are everyday citizens that judges appoint to advocate for the safety and well-being of children who have been removed from their homes due to parental abuse and neglect. They stand up for these children and change their lives. CASA volunteers listen first. Then they act. Volunteers get to know the child and talk with everyone in that child’s life—parents and relatives, foster parents, teachers, medical professionals, attorneys, social workers and others. They use the information they gather to inform judges and others of what the child needs and what will be the best permanent home for them. Being a CASA volunteer does not require any special education or background, just a heart for children and a willingness to speak out and represent their best interests.

Casa of the Tennessee Heartland Serves Anderson and Blount Counties.

You must be 21 or over, pass background checks, participate in a 33-hour pre-service training course and agree to stay with a case until it is closed (a year and a half on average).

The Alliance for Integrated Awareness is seeking a dynamic administrative volunteer who can prioritize tasks, maintain attention to detail, has strong verbal and written communication skills, is comfortable with Microsoft Office Suite, self-motivated, and can handle confidential information with integrity and respect. 

Are you passionate about history, a retired teacher, or someone who simply enjoys sharing a unique historical environment with others? If so, we’d love to welcome you as a volunteer at the Historic Ramsey House!

The Ramsey House, once known as the "finest home" in East Tennessee, is a small, volunteer-driven historic house museum that thrives with community support. Volunteers play an essential role in daily museum operations, guiding tours, leading educational programs for children and adults, assisting with special events and festivals, helping in our gift shop, or even lending a hand with landscaping projects.

New volunteers receive full training, so whether you’re comfortable leading tours or prefer working behind the scenes, there’s a place for you here. By joining us, you’ll help share the stories of the Ramsey family, their dependents, enslaved individuals, and all who lived and worked on the property.

Our museum was built in 1797 with Tennessee Pink Marble and Blue Limestone and is situated on over 100 scenic acres just 7 miles from downtown Knoxville. As a small, privately funded 501(c)(3) organization, we rely on dedicated volunteers to fulfill our mission and preserve this incredible history.

We’re currently seeking volunteers for our regular operating hours on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10 AM to 4 PM, as well as for special events throughout the year.

Interested? Email us at info@ramseyhouse.org or call 865-546-0745 to leave a message. Come join us in keeping history alive!

We need experienced carpenters to assist flood victims in rebuilding their homes. 

Workers are needed to help organize and transport donated supplies up and down stairs and assist families as needed.

We need people who have experience hanging and finishing sheetrock to assist homeowners in the rebuilding process.  Check in at the Volunteer Resource Center or call the day before for the address where the work will be performed.  

Volunteers play an important role in the operations of the East Tennessee Historical Society. If you have an interest in history and time to give, we invite you to consider volunteer work with the East Tennessee Historical Society. 

We seek a diverse range of volunteers who can apply skills to short-term and project-specific areas. Long-term and on-going assignments are also available. Volunteers contribute in a number of areas, including:

To inquire about volunteering, complete the Volunteer Questionnaire on our website. For questions about volunteer opportunities, email kelleyws@eastTNhistory.org. Volunteer Orientation classes are held once each quarter.

Do you have the gift of hospitality? Help us welcome our newest refugee neighbors to Knoxville!

Volunteers help us set-up a new home and create a welcoming space for an arriving refugee family seeking safety and peace in Knoxville. Our volunteers will help us move and place furniture, put linens on beds, hang shower curtains, put dishes in cabinets, and make an empty apartment or house look like a welcoming home for our weary travelers.

If you have a truck or a trailer and can help us move furniture from our storage unit to the new home, we would love to have your assistance! However, a truck or a trailer is not required to volunteer for this role.

Apartment set-ups generally happen on an as-needed basis usually during Bridge office hours, 8:30-5:30 M-F.

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.

Seeking Adult volunteers to serve as Parent Partners to our young adults who have little to no adult support in their lives, especially when it comes to raising a child. A Parent Partner is a support person for a new/young mother or a young/new father learning the ropes of parenting. This volunteer would ultimately serve as a person to call for guidance and advice.

Help us welcome our newest refugee neighbors to Knoxville!  We need volunteers with trucks, trailers, or tow equipment to help us pick up furniture donations from week-to-week!

One of our missions at Bridge Refugee Services is to provide safe, affordable, and furnished housing for our arriving refugee families.  We are largely dependent upon in-kind donations of gently used furniture from the community to set up a new home for our refugee families.  Sadly, we are missing out on a lot of donations because our organization is unable to do furniture pick-ups.  

We are looking for hero volunteers with weekday availability and vehicles that can transport couches, loveseats, dressers, dining tables, nightstands, end tables, and other basic types of furniture!  

Furniture pick-ups will generally happen on an as-needed basis usually during Bridge office hours, 8:30-5:30 M-F, and furniture will need to be transported to our off-site storage unit on Western Ave.

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.

Bridge Refugee Services is expecting to welcome a record number of refugees to Knoxville this year, and we cannot do this without community support.  We are always looking to restock our supply of donations of household goods and furniture to provide material support for our refugee families arriving all year long.  

I would like to invite both individuals and groups to assist us through in-kind donation drives for household goods to help us in new home set-ups for our newest neighbors.  Pillows, bedding, fresh towels and washcloths, toiletries, laundry detergent, kitchen trash cans, dishes and cookware, cleaning supplies, school supplies--all are needed!

We are launching a brand-new initiative this year to create sustainability and efficiency in our donations process, and charitable groups can help us by donating various housing kits.  Your group can look through our brand new BRS Housing Kit Guide and pick a housing kit that speaks to your group, and then put together as many kits as you are able to.  We do accept some items as gently used, like dishes, flatware, pots, and pans; but other items like bedding, towels, toiletries, etc. would need to be new.

If you cannot commit to a whole kit, you can still donate any item(s) from this guide to support welcoming refugees to the Knoxville area!  Even if you wanted to just collect new pillows or umbrellas (or school supplies, which are not in the Housing Kit Guide), this would be a huge help!  Large groups collecting donations for us really help us meet the material needs of our refugee families.  If this is something you or your group would like to do, I can point you in the right direction as far as current needs go.

If you are interested in welcoming our newest neighbors to Knoxville in this way, please contact Bridge Refugee Services for more information and the new BRS Housing Kit Guide:

Peter Green
pgreen@bridgerefugees.org

Saddle Up for Change by Empowering Lives through Equine Guided Therapy for Parkinson's 

Are you passionate about supporting individuals living with Parkinson's disease along their journey? Do you believe in the healing power of equine therapy and its ability to address anxiety and depression? If so, we invite you to be a part of our incredible team of volunteers at PJ Parkinson's Equine Guided Therapy for Parkinson's.

About Equine Therapy: We partner with Two Step Revolution to provide an innovative program that harnesses the therapeutic potential of equine guided therapy to provide emotional support to individuals living with Parkinson's disease. We understand that addressing the emotional aspect of Parkinson's is just as crucial as its physical challenges. Through our equine-guided sessions, participants can find solace, connection, and healing in the presence of our gentle equine partners.

Become a peer support for clients in our case management program! This could include driving a client to the grocery store, taking them to and supporting them while at an appointment, or assisting with other needs that may arise.

Safe Harbor is looking for a volunteer advocate for Thursdays from 8:00 - 5:00. This opportunity is for someone who is passionate about provide support to children, caregivers, and Safe Harbor staff in our Grainger County office. Duties include welcoming families as they arrive for their therapy appointment, answering questions, and providing support as needed.  Must love working with children and families. We are looking for some support during our busy client appointment times. For this project, we request a 6-month commitment, for a minimum of 4 hours a week, up to 8 hours a week. Volunteer must complete an application with references and complete a fingerprint background check. 

We are looking for some support during our busy client appointment times. Many times we have 3 - 4 families in our lobby at the same time. Volunteer assistance is needed on a long term basis. For this project, we request a 6-month commitment, for a minimum of 4 hours a week, up to 40 hours a week. Volunteer must complete an application with references and complete a fingerprint background check.