Needs From: Volunteer East Tennessee

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. 

Help welcome new Whittle Springs families by assisting with the student registration process. Volunteers will communicate with parents and students, answer questions about school registration, verify school zones, provide transportation information, and help guide families through their next steps. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys helping others and creating a welcoming first impression for new families. Spanish speaking bilingual volunteers are especially encouraged to sign up.

ReLAUNCH is seeking compassionate volunteers, ages 18 and older, to help serve our unhoused neighbors at the Day Space located under the I-40 overpass on North Broadway. 

Every day, our team works to provide essential services and support to individuals experiencing homelessness, and volunteers play a critical role in making that possible.

Volunteer Responsibilities

Volunteer duties vary based on the needs of the Day Space and may include: 

Performing other tasks as directed by the Site Supervisor

Volunteer Shift Times

The following volunteer shifts are available: 

Before You Volunteer All volunteers must complete a liability waiver prior to serving. Please follow this link to submit your waiver. 

If you are volunteering as a team, please use the Team button. Minimum Team size is 2 people, maximum is 4 people. If you have more than 5 people in your team, please select multiple shifts.

Location, Parking and Arrival

ReLAUNCH currently operates from the Day Space under the I-40 overpass on North Broadway.  Parking is available in the Broadway section of the Day Space. When you arrive, please call us, and a ReLAUNCH staff member will open the gate for you.

Because the Day Space does not have a physical street address, please refer to the map provided for directions.

Volunteer Arrival Contacts

If you are unable to reach Dusty or Emily, please contact: Joe Forzano – (561) 662-4574 

What Should I Wear?

For your safety and comfort, please wear: 

Please dress comfortably and appropriately for an outdoor environment where you may be walking, lifting, and assisting with various tasks. 

What to Expect

The Day Space serves individuals facing significant challenges, including homelessness, mental health concerns, and substance use disorders. While many interactions are positive and rewarding, volunteers may occasionally witness difficult situations, including behavioral health crises, active substance use, or medical emergencies such as overdoses. 

We share this information not to discourage anyone from volunteering, but to ensure that all volunteers understand the environment and arrive prepared for the realities of this important work. 

Our staff is present to provide guidance and support throughout your shift, and your willingness to serve can make a meaningful difference in someone’s life. 

Thank you for considering volunteering with ReLAUNCH and helping us restore dignity, hope, and opportunity to our community’s most vulnerable neighbors. 

You will receive a reminder email prior to your shift containing additional details and instructions.

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

Location Details:

Across from Washburn School

7925 TN 131

Washburn, TN 37888

10 am to 12 pm or until food is gone

Drive-thru

Volunteers arrive at 9am

Born out of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Wesley House’s Red Bird Community Store began as an urgent response to food insecurity. Today, it stands as a permanent pillar of our mission, serving the Beaumont, Lonsdale, and Mechanicsville communities. What started as a simple food pantry has grown into a fully stocked donation center, providing not only groceries but also clothing, toiletries, and essential household items to those in need. Please do not show up without getting a confirmation email from a Wesley House staff member.

We are in need of individuals to assist with the operations of our emergency food pantry - specifically we need volunteers who can unload food boxes from vehicles and help put away donated items in our pantry under the direction of our food pantry coordinator.

This shift is for Monday. Volunteers are needed on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10:30-11:30 am. You may volunteer for any days that work in your schedule. 

If you have questions, please contact Tracy Weber at tracy.weber@uss.SalvationArmy.org or at 865-971-4920.

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:

FIRST TIME VOLUNTEERS: Please arrive at our Knoxville Area Command at 409 N Broadway, Knoxville, TN no later than 11:15 a.m. on your first volunteer shift.

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 865-378-5651 or call the reception desk at 865-525-9401.

Thank you for volunteering!

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:

FIRST TIME VOLUNTEERS: Please arrive at our Knoxville Area Command at 409 N Broadway, Knoxville, TN no later than 4:00 pm. on your first volunteer shift. Our reception office closes at 4 pm and you will not be able to enter the building after that time.

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 865-378-5651 or call the reception desk at 865-525-9401.

Thank you for volunteering!

The 2026 Topgolf season will emphasize athlete development, expand opportunities to learn and enjoy the game of golf, and create meaningful pathways for skill building, friendly competition, and community engagement. Athletes will have the chance to grow their golf skills while participating in the fun, inclusive environment that Topgolf provides. Volunteers with golf knowledge or experience are preferred but not required. Volunteers will help ensure athlete safety between turns, provide guidance with foot placement, posture, and swing mechanics, and offer encouragement throughout the session. Most importantly, this is an opportunity to build relationships, have fun, and get to know Sunshine's Topgolf athletes while supporting them in developing new skills and confidence.

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.

Volunteers needed to greet folks coming for food (groceries) assistance, assist with setting up food displays, and helping our guests select food items. Any amount of time between 9am-1pm is good This pantry provides food to about 250 families each day.

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

Location Details:

LaFollette Church of God

1906 Jacksboro Pike

LaFollette, TN 37766

Event times: 10:00am-12:00pm or until food runs out

Volunteer times: 9:00am-12:00pm

WEEKLY SHIFTS IN THE GARDEN: TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY MORNINGS. Get your hands dirty with the KBGA horticultural team. Whether you're prepping the ECO Garden for weekly kids programming, weeding formal gardens before special events, or dividing and potting new growth in the greenhouse - the work is always varied, and it's always worth it.

Registration Note: To learn more about these specific shifts, please click "Respond" on this page AND complete the supplemental registration via our official volunteer portal. Registration on our portal is required to receive final arrival instructions and parking maps.

We are in need of individuals to assist with the operations of our emergency food pantry - specifically we need volunteers who can unload food boxes from vehicles and help put away donated items in our pantry under the direction of our food pantry coordinator.

This shift is for Tuesday. Volunteers are needed on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10:30-11:30 am. You may volunteer for any days that work in your schedule. 

If you have questions, please contact Tracy Weber at tracy.weber@uss.SalvationArmy.org or at 865-971-4920.

Join the Community and Creativity Team at the Fountain City Art Center and help create a warm, welcoming space where art, music, learning, and community come together.

Volunteers serve as friendly hosts for students, families, artists, and visitors. Ambassadors help greet guests, answer questions, assist with class enrollment, prepare classrooms, support instructors, and help represent the organizations housed within the Art Center.

Tuesday–Thursday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Thursday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Flexible 2–4 hour shifts available

This opportunity is ideal for friendly, organized individuals who enjoy working with people and believe in the power of the arts to build community.

Be part of the team that helps creativity thrive in North Knoxville!

Join the Community and Creativity Team at the Fountain City Art Center and help create a warm, welcoming space where art, music, learning, and community come together.

Volunteers serve as friendly hosts for students, families, artists, and visitors. Ambassadors help greet guests, answer questions, assist with class enrollment, prepare classrooms, support instructors, and help represent the organizations housed within the Art Center.

Monday–Thursday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Thursdays: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Flexible 2–4 hour shifts available

This opportunity is ideal for friendly, organized individuals who enjoy working with people and believe in the power of the arts to build community.

Be part of the team that helps creativity thrive in North Knoxville!

Help Teacher Supply Depot stock, bundle, log, and sort school supplies for teachers.

We are located at 709 N Cedar Bluff Rd, attached to Ceadar Bluff Pre-K. Your gps will guide you to the pre-k entrance by the playground. If you are coming from the interstate, drive past this entrance and make your next left. You will see a Teacher Supply Depot sign on the side of the building.

Volunteers should wear comfortable clothes and shoes. This is a headphone-friendly job.

If you are dropping a volunteer off, please be aware of the shift end time.

Lakeshore Park Conservancy is always in need of volunteers to help with daily maintenance and care for the Park. Join us for Weeding Wednesday to help our grounds crew with various projects within the Park. Projects may include weeding, planting, mulching, and other outdoor tasks needed around the 185-acre Lakeshore Park. Volunteers should wear weather appropriate clothing & shoes (you may get dirty!) and bring a water bottle. Our team will have all the other supplies you need. An email will be sent the day prior to your shift indicating where to meet and a sign will be placed on the door of the Lakeshore Park Office building by the pickleball courts showing where to go.

Looking for a lower-key way to make a real difference in the Garden? Every Wednesday morning, our greenhouse plants need some gentle care, and this is a great option if you want meaningful impact without heavy lifting or strenuous work. A horticulture team member will get you started, then leave you to it: just you, the plants, and the quiet rhythm of watering. Many volunteers find it a peaceful, almost meditative hour - a nice pocket of calm and quiet reflection in the week.

Every Wednesday, 9:00–11:00am (some flexibility on timing - just let us know)

Registration Note: To learn more about these specific shifts, please click "Respond" on this page AND complete the supplemental registration via our official volunteer portal. Registration on our portal is required to receive final arrival instructions and parking maps.

Mobile Pantry Distribution Support:  Scott County

 This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

Location Details:

Bethlehem Baptist Church of Oneida

19360 Alberta St

Oneida, TN 37841

Event times: 11:00am-until food runs out

Volunteer times: 10:00am-1:30pm

Mobile Pantry Distribution Support:  Anderson County / Rocky Top

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

 Location Details:

Clear Branch Baptist Church

1030 New Clear Branch Road

Rocky Top, TN 37769

Event times: 10:00am-12pm or until food runs out

Volunteer times: 9:00am-12:30pm

MEDIC Regional Blood Center is currently seeking volunteers to assist in scheduling appointments with whole blood donors. Volunteers will use MEDIC office phones and will be asked to make several calls per shift. 

All volunteers must undergo a criminal background check, no exceptions. MEDIC staff will send the background check link to your email address within 48 hours of your registration to volunteer. 

Volunteers will also need to sign waivers during their first shift. Volunteers will be given a volunteer ID badge to wear while they work at the center. 

Schedulers will work at our Ailor Center at 1601 Ailor Avenue. Volunteers must adhere to MEDIC policies, including those for smoke-free and fragrance-free environments. 

Volunteers will be given a script and a call list using our donor platform. 

Volunteers who do not show up for their registered volunteer slot without notice forfeit all remaining slots the volunteer has signed up for. If a volunteer is unable to attend their shift for any reason, please email volunteer@medicblood.org. If a volunteer is kicked from their slots due to a no-show and is still interested in volunteering, please reach out to volunteer@medicblood.org to be approved.

We are in need of individuals to assist with the operations of our emergency food pantry - specifically we need volunteers who can unload food boxes from vehicles and help put away donated items in our pantry under the direction of our food pantry coordinator.

This shift is for Thursdays. Volunteers are needed on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10:30-11:30 am. You may volunteer for any days that work in your schedule. 

If you have questions, please contact Tracy Weber at tracy.weber@uss.SalvationArmy.org or at 865-971-4920.

MEDIC Regional Blood Center is currently seeking volunteers to assist in scheduling appointments with whole blood donors. Volunteers will use MEDIC office phones and will be asked to make several calls per shift. 

All volunteers must undergo a criminal background check, no exceptions. MEDIC staff will send the background check link to your email address within 48 hours of your registration to volunteer. 

Volunteers will also need to sign waivers during their first shift. Volunteers will be given a volunteer ID badge to wear while they work at the center. 

Schedulers will work at our Ailor Center at 1601 Ailor Avenue. Volunteers must adhere to MEDIC policies, including those for smoke-free and fragrance-free environments. 

Volunteers will be given a script and a call list using our donor platform. 

Volunteers who do not show up for their registered volunteer slot without notice forfeit all remaining slots the volunteer has signed up for. If a volunteer is unable to attend their shift for any reason, please email volunteer@medicblood.org. If a volunteer is kicked from their slots due to a no-show and is still interested in volunteering, please reach out to volunteer@medicblood.org to be approved.

If you have questions, please get in touch with us at volunteer@medicblood.org.

Join us at Fountain Lanes Strike and Spare for two games of bowling. Volunteers may assist participants as needed with moving bowling ramps and placing the ball on the ramp. If you would like to bowl with us, the cost is $3 for both games, and shoe rental is included. Most importantly, come socialize, build connections, and see what the Recreation Department at Sunshine Services is all about.

 This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

 Location Details:

The Church of God

1312 E First Street

Crossville, TN 38555

10am  until food is gone

Drive-Thru

Join the Community and Creativity Team at the Fountain City Art Center and help create a warm, welcoming space where art, music, learning, and community come together.

Volunteers serve as friendly hosts for students, families, artists, and visitors. Ambassadors help greet guests, answer questions, assist with class enrollment, prepare classrooms, support instructors, and help represent the organizations housed within the Art Center.

Monday–Thursday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Thursday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Flexible 2–4 hour shifts available

This opportunity is ideal for friendly, organized individuals who enjoy working with people and believe in the power of the arts to build community.

Be part of the team that helps creativity thrive in North Knoxville!

We are in need of individuals to assist with the operations of our emergency food pantry - specifically we need volunteers who can unload food boxes from vehicles and help put away donated items in our pantry under the direction of our food pantry coordinator.

This shift is for Friday. Volunteers are needed on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10:30-11:30 am. You may volunteer for any days that work in your schedule. 

If you have questions, please contact Tracy Weber at tracy.weber@uss.SalvationArmy.org or at 865-971-4920.

Bridge Refugee Services, Inc.'s 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.

Recent changes in federal law have significantly limited food assistance for our newest neighbors, leaving many refugee families facing food insecurity.  At Bridge Refugee Services, we are committed to fighting against food insecurity for the refugee neighbors we serve.  We invite local partners and volunteers to help us combat food insecurity.  We need volunteers to help us receive incoming food donations, weigh and record the donations, pack food boxes for distribution, and take food boxes out to vehicles.

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.

Help to keep shelves stocked, answer questions, and load supplies as teachers visit Teacher Supply Depot to shop for free school supplies.

Volunteers should wear comfortable clothes and shoes.

We are located at 709 N Cedar Bluff Rd, attached to Cedar Bluff Pre-K. Your GPS will take you to the Pre-K entrance by the playground. If you are coming from the interstate, pass this entrance and make your next left. You will see a Teacher Supply Depot sign on the side of the building.

Keep Knoxville Beautiful's August Saturday Spruce Up will be on August 15th, from 10am-12pm. We will be removing litter from in and around Second Creek.

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

KKB will be providing all other supplies that are needed.  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-augustsaturdayspruceup2026

Join the fun of the Ijams Hummingbird Festival: A Celebration of Wings presented by Wild Birds Unlimited Knoxville on Aug. 15! Experience birds up close, learn from local bird nerds, enjoy guided walks and dip-netting, shop in a curated marketplace, and more!

Volunteers are needed for multiple shifts/duties for this fantastically FUN event!  Sign up today, and enjoy the festival for FREE before or after your shift!

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. Also, if you've volunteered with Muse Knoxville in the past, the orientation will be waived. Thank you!

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

PLAYOLOGIST VOLUNTEER DESCRIPTION 

Playologist 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 A PLAYOLOGIST, YOU WILL … 

Engage with children and families on the exhibit floor by interacting with them in our exhibit spaces

Help maintain museum safety and cleanliness by sanitizing individual toys and surfaces with bleach solution

Pick up toys and exhibit items and return them to their proper place

Be aware of your surroundings and let a staff member know if you see something unsafe, witness an injury, or see a lost child or a parent looking for a lost child

Communicate any items needed on exhibit floor to a staff member (Makespace supplies, Draw Alive copies, etc.)

Answer questions from guests as applicable and/or direct them to the nearest staff member

Facilitate Daily Discovery activity table as directed by staff

Complete other tasks as assigned by staff

Complete outdoor tasks as assigned by staff based on availability and need including but not limited to pulling weeds, spreading mulch, leaf blowing, painting, etc. 

In Makespace exhibit area:

Monitor children and ensure the safe use of the hot glue guns

Facilitate creativity and discovery by asking questions, encouraging children, and helping them find supplies

Restock supplies if bins are low or empty

Clean off tables and surfaces

Sweep the floor often and before the end of your shift

IMPACT OF THIS VOLUNTEER ROLE:

Create memorable experiences with children and guests that will have a lasting impact, especially on the child

Foster and encourage creativity and learning in children as they play

Inspire children to be interested in STEM careers

Help keep children safe as they explore exhibit spaces

Provide a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for children and all guests

Help to ease the burden on our exhibit floor staff

THIS VOLUNTEER POSITION HAS THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS: 

Strong interest in engaging children

Treat everyone with kindness and respect

Dependability and arriving on time for your scheduled shift

Not using cell phones or other electronic devices while actively volunteering

Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills 

Friendly and positive attitude

Able to create and maintain a tidy workspace 

Willingness to jump in and help where needed

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

If volunteering more than 10+ hours:

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.

 This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

Location Details:

RIO East Church

1601 E Broadway Ave

Maryville, TN 37804

Event times: 10:00am-12pm or until food runs out

Volunteer times: 9:00am-12:30pm

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

 Location Details:

South Fentress Park

6233 S York Hwy

Clarkrange, TN 38553

10am to 12am CST or until food is gone

Drive-thru

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

Location Details:

Seymour Heights Christian Church

122 Boyds Creek Hwy

Seymour, TN 37865

Event times: 10:00am-12:00pm or until food runs out

Volunteer times: 9:00am-12:00pm

Volunteer with us as we take a group of our participants to enjoy the concert on Market Square!

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

Location Details:

Manley Baptist Church

3603 W Andrew Johnson Hwy, Morristown, TN 37814

Event is: 10am to 12pm or until food is gone

Drive-Thru

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

Location Details:

Liberty Baptist Church

110 Liberty Road

Wartburg, TN 37887

10 am to 12 pm or until food is gone

Drive-thru distribution

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

 Location Details:

Blairland Baptist Church

730 Steekee Road

Louden, TN 37774

Event times: 10:00am-12pm or until food is gone

Volunteer times: 9:00am-12:30pm

Event happens rain or shine! Please dress for the weather. If bad weather makes transportation unsafe for you, please feel free to stay home.

** Please bring water!

Help to keep shelves stocked, answer questions, and load supplies as teachers visit Teacher Supply Depot to shop for free school supplies.

Volunteers should wear comfortable clothes and shoes.

We are located at 709 N Cedar Bluff Rd, attached to Cedar Bluff Pre-K. Your GPS will take you to the Pre-K entrance by the playground. If you are coming from the interstate, pass this entrance and make your next left. You will see a Teacher Supply Depot sign on the side of the building.

Park staff need your help maintaining the Wild Yards Garden this summer. Come join park staff for a volunteer day in the gardens to help pull weeds. Instructions will be provided on what weeds need to be pulled from the gardens. Some gloves and hand tools will be available to borrow, but if you have your own from home please bring them with you. Volunteers should plan on meeting park staff in the Wild Yards Garden by the main parking lot off of Kelly Lane at 9:00am. Water fountains are located at the bathrooms near the gardens, but volunteers are encouraged to bring water bottles with them. 

If you have any questions regarding this volunteer day please contact Ranger Stephanie at stephanie.mueller@tn.gov or 865-333-8270. 

Volunteers needed to greet folks coming for food (groceries) assistance, assist with setting up food displays, and helping our guests select food items. Any amount of time between 9am-1pm is good This pantry provides food to about 250 families each day.

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

Location Details:

At the Cocke County Fairgrounds

112 Fairgrounds Circle

Newport, TN 37821

10 am to 12 pm or until food is gone

Drive-thru distribution

This is a great opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

225 Pump Springs Road       

Harrogate, TN 37752

Event times: 11:00 AM- 1:00 PM (or until food runs out)

Volunteer times: Arrive at 10:00 AM, plan to stay until 1:30 PM

Kick on your boots and join us at the Cotton Eye Joe for a night of line dancing lessons! A valid ID is required for entry. Volunteers will support participants by helping them follow directions, modeling dance steps, and offering encouragement throughout the evening. Most importantly, come ready to socialize, have fun, and build meaningful connections with the people Sunshine supports.

Help us plant a garden of native plants historically used for healing, many rooted in Cherokee and other Indigenous traditions. We've cleared and expanded the space - now we need volunteers to help get new plants in the ground.

No experience needed. Just bring curiosity and a willingness to get a little dirty. You'll work alongside our horticulture team and learn the story behind what you're planting.

Date/Time: August 27, 2026 / 9am-12pm
Location: KBGA Carriage House, 2649 Boyds Bridge Pike, Knoxville, TN 37914 - Medicinal Garden next door to this building
What to Wear: Participants should wear comfortable, close-toed shoes for safety and clothing that they don't mind getting dirty.
Tools & Gloves: KBGA will provide all necessary tools and work gloves (but feel free to bring your favorite/preferred accoutrements!). 
Additional Items to Bring: We recommend volunteers bring water for hydration, sunscreen, bug repellent, and a poncho or raincoat in case of light rain.
Good for: Individuals, families, groups

Registration Note: To complete your registration for the Medicinal Garden Planting Day, please click "Respond" on this page AND complete the supplemental registration via our official volunteer portal. Registration on our portal is required to receive final arrival instructions and parking maps.

Beaumont Magnet Academy partners with Glen Oak Missionary Baptist Church and Second Harvest to provide weekly food bags for students facing food instability at home.  These food bags provide snacks and easy to make meals for students over the weekend when students do not have access to the free breakfast and free lunch provided by the school.  Glen Oak Missionary Baptist Church graciously packs the food bags for BMA every week easing the burden on school staff.  We are looking for volunteers to pick up the food bags from the church and transport them to the school on Thursdays so bags can be distributed and go home with students on Friday.  

Volunteers will pick up food bags for Beaumont Magnet Academy's Back Pack Buddy program from Glen Oak Missionary Baptist Church (510 E Oklahoma Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37917) and deliver to Beaumont Magnet Academy at 1211 Beaumont Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37921.

When you arrive at Glen Oak Missionary Baptist Church, ring the bell by the door and a church volunteer will bring out the bags and help you move bags into your vehicle.  Once at Beaumont Magnet Academy, pull up to Door 4 (the door with the ramp), and reach out to Katie Cooper, Community Schools Site Coordinator at 757-749-8176 and she will meet you outside with a cart to bring bags into the school.  If she is unavailable, you can come to the main office and staff will assist you.

Your support is appreciated and helps us ensure that our students are fed over the weekend!  Thank you for your support!

 This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

5529 New Highway 68

Madisonville, TN 37354

Event times: 10:00 AM-12:00 pm (or until food runs out)

Volunteer times: Arrive at 9:00 AM, plan to stay until 12:30 PM

Volunteers will assist with setting tables, putting chair covers on chairs, and arranging centerpieces.

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

 Location Details:

Tabernacle Baptist Church

2137 Martin Luther King Jr Ave

Knoxville, TN 37915

10am  until food is gone

Drive-Thru

Event happens rain or shine! Please dress for the weather. If bad weather makes transportation unsafe for you, please feel free to stay home.

Want to spend a Saturday morning doing something that actually matters, and still be home by lunch? This is your opportunity!

Join other volunteers for a community litter cleanup on the streets surrounding the Garden. In just three hours, we'll make a real, visible difference around one of Knoxville's most beloved green spaces, and enjoy some great company while doing it.

All the gear you need will be provided: litter pickers, gloves, safety vests, and trash bags. Just show up in closed-toe shoes and long pants, and bring sunscreen, bug spray, and a water bottle.

Volunteers of all ages are welcome. This is a fantastic outing for families, friend groups, or solo do-gooders alike. No experience necessary, just a little time and a big heart.

And here's the best part: when the work is done, you've earned yourself a peaceful, free stroll through the Botanical Garden at peak late-summer bloom. Not a bad reward for a morning well spent.

Minimum Age: All ages welcome (children must be accompanied by an adult)
Skills/Requirements: None - just show up ready to help!

Registration Note: To complete your registration for the KBGA Litter Pickup Day, please click "Respond" on this page AND complete the supplemental registration via our official volunteer portal. Registration on our portal is required to receive final arrival instructions and parking maps.

The Back of House team will work behind the stages with our models and will assist in the behind the scenes of the fashion show. Some tasks may include:

- makeup and hair tweaks 

- wardrobe assistance

- managing and moving groups of girls to their correct location 

Arrival time is 4:30pm and volunteers for this position will stay until the show concludes. 

Dinner behind the stage will be provided. 

Dress code: all black 

The tear down team will be responsible for assisting in the disassembly of the event on Saturday evening. Some tasks may be:

- pack and load supplies into vehicles 

- clean model rooms 

- collect donated model clothing 

- unload at the office (5 min drive)

9:00-11:00PM

Sign up to attend Community Emergency Response Training September 1 from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM. In September we will cover the CERT Unit 3: Disaster Medical Operations part 1 curriculum.  We will also provide Stop the Bleed training.

September training will take place at American Medical Response (10140 Gallows Point Dr).

Community Emergency Response Training (CERT) teaches participants about hazards that could affect our community, how to prepare for them and how to help your family, neighbors, or coworkers in the immediate aftermath of an emergency, before responders arrive. CERT is a nationally supported initiative hosted by the Knoxville-Knox County Emergency Management Agency (KEMA) in partnership with local emergency response agencies. The Knox County CERT program is focused on personal preparedness training for disasters and connecting people with local volunteer agencies for response opportunities.

CERT is free to community members and takes place 6:30-9:00 PM the first Tuesday of each month in most cases.

This is a wonderful opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

Location Details:

Riverfront Park

301 Emory Drive

Harriman, TN 37748

10am-12pm or until food is gone

Drive-Thru

Volunteers arrive at 9am

Volunteer at one of the biggest and best culinary events in the region - the Big Kahuna Labor Day Festival - Flavor Day Weekend!

All volunteers will receive a free volunteer t-shirt, free entry, and tickets for 10 free wings.

The 2025 festival drew over 9,500 attendees who enjoyed over 100 different sauces from 25 different teams representing restaurants, cooking teams, and businesses. Our attendees come from all over the region, all for the love of the “Buffalo Wing” and to raise money for charity.

The benefiting charitable organizations for 2026 are the Thompson Cancer Survival Center at Covenant Health and the Educator Resource Center. 

Responsibilities vary by shift. See descriptions and sign up below:

Other Details:

Parking:

It’s gonna be a little tricky – especially with a home football game!    If you’re volunteering on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday or Saturday – you can park at any of the downtown garages and walk over, or park at the Blackstock lot  

On Sunday, you can park in the 11th street garage – and walk to the Clinch Avenue bridge – where volunteer check in will be. Please look for that specific tent.  Please allow yourself plenty of time to park.  The later in the day it gets – the harder it may be to find parking close to the World’s Fair Park lawn.  Just give yourself plenty of time. We’ll continue to learn about parking as we get closer – and we’ll have final details about that as we approach the weekend.

Volunteer Check-In:

Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday – find committee staff on the Performance lawn of Worlds Fair Park (the bigger lawn).  We’ll have details ironed out   

Passes & Wing Tickets: 

We should have your passes/wing tickets for you after your shift ends.  If you’re working the later afternoon shift on Sunday – but want to eat wings before your shift starts – that is great with us.  However, we are trusting you to show up for your shift once you’re done eating! Please – don’t leave us hanging!

Details

18 and older, but 16 if parent/ guardian is present to volunteer with them 

Outdoor Festival:  All shifts will happen rain or shine - so be prepared for that

Imagine a summer evening spent wandering between three charming garden spaces, each filled with the sound of live acoustic music.

We’re hosting a unique outdoor music event by Knoxville Symphony Orchestra on our grounds, and we need friendly volunteers to help guests find their way between our hidden garden stages as the sun begins to set.

As a Music Guide, you’ll set the tone for the evening, helping music lovers stroll between garden stages before gathering for a stunning finale outside the Dogwood Center

What You’ll Do:

Guide the Flow: Direct guests along simple paths between our 3 performance gardens so they never miss a set.

Share the Schedule: Keep visitors in the loop on set times and gently help with foot traffic (and the occasional car near performance areas).

Set the Vibe: Help create a warm, welcoming atmosphere full of discovery and good music.

You love live music, fresh air, and an evening stroll.

You enjoy chatting with people and helping them have a great time.

You want a front-row seat to a beautiful summer event!

Bonus: Stick around after your shift to relax on the lawn and enjoy the finale outside the Dogwood Center!

Never been here before? No worries! We’ll do a quick orientation at the start of your shift so you know the simple layout, schedule, and everything you need to feel confident.

Registration Note: To complete your registration to be a Music Steward, please click "Respond" on this page AND complete the supplemental registration via our official volunteer portal. Registration on our portal is required to receive final arrival instructions and parking maps.

First impressions make the whole night! As an Arrival Guide, you’ll be the very first smile guests see as they arrive for an evening of live music in the gardens. You’ll keep traffic moving smoothly, point drivers toward open spots, and set a warm, welcoming tone for the entire event.

Welcome & Direct: Safely guide arriving cars into our main and overflow parking areas.

Keep Things Moving: Keep tabs on lot space so you can easily steer drivers toward open spots.

Answer Quick Questions: Offer a quick "hello," point guests toward the entrance, and kick off their night on a high note.

You love being outdoors, staying active, and greeting happy people.

You enjoy keeping things organized and running smoothly.

You want an easy, rewarding way to support a fantastic community event!

Bonus: Shift wrapped up? Grab a spot on the lawn and enjoy the rest of the symphony performance on us!

First time volunteering with us? No problem! We’ll host a quick orientation right when you arrive to walk through the parking plan, answer any questions, and get you feeling completely confident.

Registration Note: To complete your registration for the KBGA Litter Pickup Day, please click "Respond" on this page AND complete the supplemental registration via our official volunteer portal. Registration on our portal is required to receive final arrival instructions and parking maps.

This is a great opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

          746 Tazewell Pike

          Luttrell, TN 37779

Event times: 10:00 AM-12:00 pm (or until food runs out)

Volunteer times: Arrive at 9:00 AM, plan to stay until 12:30 PM

Help make the 27th Annual Chamber Golf Tournament a success! Volunteers are needed to welcome golfers, assist with registration, help with contests, and support tournament activities. Spend the day on the course while helping raise funds for scholarships and educational opportunities in our community.

This is a great opportunity for volunteers to serve close to home- in their own community. Our truck and staff will arrive with food and volunteers will work together to assist in the distribution of the food items to those in need. Volunteers must be able to stand for the duration of shift, as well as lift, bend and carry boxes to vehicles.

This food distribution is outdoors, please plan to dress according to the weather.

Volunteers will meet at the distribution site address at the listed time.

Duties include:

3100 W Old Andrew Johnson Hwy         

Strawberry Plains, TN 37871

Event times: 10:00 AM-12:00 pm (or until food runs out)

Volunteer times: Arrive at 9:00 AM, plan to stay until 12:30 PM

We need volunteers to help run the different activity and food booths! 

Help us prepare for the NorthKnoxWell Community Health Fair by joining our setup crew the evening before the event! We're looking for 10–15 volunteers who are comfortable with physical activity and able to lift and move tables, chairs, and event supplies around the school. This is a hands-on opportunity that plays a critical role in making sure our community health fair is ready to welcome many families the next day.

Volunteers should be able to work as part of a team, follow directions, and be prepared for a shift that may include lifting, carrying, and walking throughout the event space.

Your support behind the scenes will help create a welcoming, organized event that connects families with valuable health resources and services the next day.

Join us in supporting the NorthKnoxWell Community Health Fair, a free event connecting North Knoxville families with health services, community resources, and wellness opportunities. The fair will take place from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Whittle Springs Middle School.

Bilingual volunteers, especially those who speak Spanish, are highly encouraged to participate. Many of the families attending the event are Spanish-speaking, and language support will help ensure all community members feel welcomed and are able to access the resources and services available.

Volunteers will assist in a variety of roles, including parking and traffic support, event setup, greeting attendees, helping with community resource and health service areas, and general event support. Parking volunteers will begin at 8:30 AM, while all other volunteers should arrive by 9:00 AM. The event will conclude at 1:00 PM, followed by a brief cleanup, with volunteers finished by approximately 1:30 PM.

Thank you for helping us create a welcoming and accessible event for our community!

Join us in supporting the NorthKnoxWell Community Health Fair, a free event connecting North Knoxville families with health services, community resources, and wellness opportunities. The fair will take place from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Whittle Springs Middle School.

Many of the families attending the event are Spanish-speaking, and language support will help ensure all community members feel welcomed and are able to access the resources and services available.

Bilingual Language volunteers will assist in a variety of roles, including greeting attendees, helping with community resource and health service areas, parking support, and general event support. Parking volunteers will begin at 8:30 AM, while all other volunteers should arrive by 9:00 AM. 

Thank you for helping us create a welcoming and accessible event for our community!

This will be the second of our three annual workdays at the Oak Ridge Cedar Barrens. Located next to Jefferson Middle School in Oak Ridge, the barrens is a joint project of the City of Oak Ridge, the State Natural Areas Division, and TCWP. One of just a few cedar barrens in East Tennessee, the area is subject to invasion by Chinese lespedeza, Japanese privet, autumn olive, mimosa, Nepal grass, multiflora rose, and woody plants that threaten the systems’ prairie grasses. Our spring, summer, and fall cleanups help to eliminate invasives and other shade-producing plants that prevent the prairie grasses from getting needed sun. The late-summer workday is optimum for viewing prairie wildflowers that flourish at the barrens.

Volunteers should meet in the Jefferson Middle School parking lot at 9 a.m.; wear sturdy shoes, and bring loppers, gloves, and water. A pizza lunch will be provided.

For additional information, contact Jimmy Groton at 865-805-9908 or groton87@comcast.net

Register online here:  https://forms.gle/XREft2Ker1KQ9sk59

South Knoxville Elementary Needs your Help to Keep our School's indoor spaces beautiful and clean for our young Students. We will be cleaning walls, doorframes, windows, and floors! 

National Public Lands Day (NPLD) is the largest single-day volunteer effort for America’s public lands. Each year, thousands of volunteers come together on the fourth Saturday in September to help restore, improve, and enjoy public lands around the country.

As a way to recognize NPLD and participate in the TN Serves initiative, help the staff of Seven Islands State Birding Park with maintaining the Wild Yards Garden at the park on Sunday, September 20, 2026. Staff and volunteers will roll up their sleeves, get their hands dirty, and work together to pull weeds as part of our late summer maintenance of the gardens. The weeds can seem overwhelming, but as the saying goes, "Many hands make light work." Bring your family, friends, co-workers, teammates, neighbors, or anyone really that wants to help pull those pesky weeds from the beautiful garden area. Instructions will be provided to all volunteers that participate, and park staff will be available throughout the morning too for instructions or clarification/identification of anything. Some tools/gloves will be available for volunteers to use, but if you have your own tools/gloves that you would like to use please bring them along. 

This weekend will also coincide with the Girl Scouts Love State Parks event happening at state parks all across the country. This is a great opportunity for Girl Scouts to give back to the park and help out with the natural resource management of the park to benefit the visitors and wildlife!

Volunteers wishing to participate in this volunteer day should plan on arriving at the Bluebird Barn at the main entrance to the park off of Kelly Lane starting at 8:00am or 1:00pm, as this will be an all-day volunteer opportunity. The volunteer day will wrap up no later than 5:00pm, but volunteers are not required to stay the entire morning, afternoon, or day. Park staff will be available the entire day to provide assistance and instructions. It is recommended that you bring bottled water with you to stay hydrated, sunscreen, take breaks as needed, and wear appropriate clothing for working outside in a garden. If you have any questions regarding this volunteer opportunity, please contact Ranger Stephanie at stephanie.mueller@tn.gov or 865-333-8270 or 865-407-8335.

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

Nourish Knoxville is looking for volunteers for our Thursday New Harvest Farmers Market. Volunteers may assist with:

Volunteer shifts take place on Thursdays, April - September, and run from 2:30 PM - 6:15 PM (scheduling subject to availability).

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

We will start by looking and listening for birds, then continue to look for other flora and fauna throughout the morning. Participants can also remove invasive species to expand the cedar barren habitat along the trail.

Join us for pizza after we finish!

Meeting location (Saturday): Elza Gate Park. Worthington Cemetery .75 Mile Loop, Oak Ridge, Tennessee, 37830 (link to Google Maps)

VSA Form:  Register online here:  https://forms.gle/WUKWz2UYmJkAB5jBA

The sixth annual East Knoxville Community Cleanup will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2026 from 9am-12pm. The event base will be at Ashley Nicole Dream Playground, located at 620 Winona Street, Knoxville, TN 37917. 

We will be removing litter from East Knoxville roads, creeks, and parks. We also will have a special partnership with Ijams Nature Center to remove invasive species at Dr. Walter Hardy Park.

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 four volunteer options: two to sign up as an individual picking up litter, one to remove invasive species, 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

Ashley Nicole Dream Playground

First Creek at Caswell Park

Invasive Removal at Dr. Walter Hardy 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 27th. 

Sign ups for groups close on Sunday, September 20th at 11:59 PM. Sign ups for individuals will stay open until filled. 

Thank you to our sponsor First Horizon and our partners 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-eastknoxvillecommunitycleanup2026

Museum of Appalachia, Norris Tennessee – Annual Fall Heritage Days on Thursday & Friday, October 22 & 23, and the following week, Thursday & Friday, October 29 & 30, from 9:00am to 3:00pm.

The Museum's signature educational program includes demonstrations where things are made by hand—corn shuck and apple head dolls, brooms, baskets, butter, fiber arts, powder horns, rugs, soap, lard, and barrels. Blacksmiths, coopers, and woodworkers will showcase their craft, while demonstrations of rail splitting and beekeeping highlight the skills that sustained early Appalachian communities. Traditional musicians and dancers will will add to the atmosphere. Students can also try their hand at interactive activities designed to bring Appalachian history to life. From crosscut sawing and quill-pen writing to spelling bees, candle dipping, and classic games, these experiences offer engaging ways to learn about the daily lives of early settlers. Other highlights include storytelling, folklore and colonial history presentations, old-fashioned schoolhouse lessons, Appalachian music, circle dancing, shape-note singing, and animal encounters. We need volunteers to help make this program a truly memorable experience for children!  Shifts are available, or work an entire day, 8:30am to 3:00 with lunch provided!

Help bring the magic of winter to Gatlinburg! Volunteers are needed to assist with the Winter Magic & Chili Cookoff by welcoming guests, helping with activities, supporting vendors, assisting with setup and breakdown, and ensuring the event runs smoothly. Be part of one of Gatlinburg's favorite winter traditions and help create unforgettable memories for our community and visitors.

Help make the Gatlinburg Christmas Parade a magical experience for thousands of spectators! Volunteers assist with parade lineup, participant check-in, staging, guest assistance, banner carrying, judging support, and a variety of behind-the-scenes tasks that bring this beloved holiday tradition to life.