Volunteer: The Vine Volunteer CollectiveThe Vine Volunteer Collective is a collaborative initiative at Vine Middle Magnet School, made up of businesses, nonprofits, churches, neighborhood organizations, and individual volunteers working together to support our educators, staff, and students. This collective provides practical, hands-on assistance to help meet the day-to-day needs of our school and create a supportive, uplifting environment for everyone. As a volunteer, you’ll have opportunities to: Assist with small group activities or learning stations Support students one-on-one with assignments or reading Help English Language Learners with language practice Organize classroom supplies, materials, or decorations Prepare lesson materials (copies, laminating, etc.) Assist with school events, plays, or musicals Translate or help with parent communications Share your skills or expertise as a guest speaker Or, feel free to share other ideas you have!Whether you’re representing an organization or volunteering as an individual, your time and efforts will directly impact the educators and students of Vine Middle Magnet School. Join the Vine Volunteer Collective today, where Community Takes Root. CURRENT PROJECTS/OPPORTUNITIES\ VMMS Family Dinner + Conversation (January 13th, 6:00p): https://volunteeretn.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1175003Home Basketball Games: Concession (multiple opportunities!): https://volunteeretn.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1165908Bilingual Language Ambassadors or Family and Community Engagement Events (next date: Jan. 13th) : https://volunteeretn.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1070983 WHEN ARRIVING AT THE SCHOOL: Address: 1807 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. Knoxville, TN, 37915 Please park on Martin Luther King Jr Avenue and then come to the front office doors underneath the awning. You will need to have your drivers license or some other form of verification to sign in at the front. All volunteers must complete an orientation with the Site Coordinator, Kyle Pickell, so plan to arrive 15 mins early to your volunteering event. Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Vine Middle Magnet School The Vine Volunteer Collective is a collaborative initiative at Vine Middle Magnet School, made up of businesses, nonprofits, churches, neighborhood organizations, and individual volunteers working together to support our educators, staff, and students. This collective provides practical, hands-on assistance to help meet the day-to-day needs of our school and create a supportive, uplifting environment for everyone. As a volunteer, you’ll have opportunities to: Assist with small group activities or learning stations Support students one-on-one with assignments or reading Help English Language Learners with language practice Organize classroom supplies, materials, or decorations Prepare lesson materials (copies, laminating, etc.) Assist with school events, plays, or musicals Translate or help with parent communications Share your skills or expertise as a guest speaker Or, feel free to share other ideas you have!Whether you’re representing an organization or volunteering as an individual, your time and efforts will directly impact the educators and students of Vine Middle Magnet School. Join the Vine Volunteer Collective today, where Community Takes Root. CURRENT PROJECTS/OPPORTUNITIES\ VMMS Family Dinner + Conversation (January 13th, 6:00p): https://volunteeretn.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1175003Home Basketball Games: Concession (multiple opportunities!): https://volunteeretn.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1165908Bilingual Language Ambassadors or Family and Community Engagement Events (next date: Jan. 13th) : https://volunteeretn.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1070983 WHEN ARRIVING AT THE SCHOOL: Address: 1807 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. Knoxville, TN, 37915 Please park on Martin Luther King Jr Avenue and then come to the front office doors underneath the awning. You will need to have your drivers license or some other form of verification to sign in at the front. All volunteers must complete an orientation with the Site Coordinator, Kyle Pickell, so plan to arrive 15 mins early to your volunteering event. Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Vine Middle Magnet School Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 37915 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: January 13th (5:30-8:00p): Support Our Family Dinner & Conversation Night at VineThe Vine Volunteer Collective is looking for helping hands to make our Family Conversation + Catered Dinner a warm, smooth, community-centered evening! Volunteers will help us serve dinner, support cleanup, and assist staff with supervising the gym while caregivers participate in small-group conversations. Your time helps create a welcoming space where families can eat together, share ideas, and help shape the future of Vine Middle. WHEN: Tuesday, January 13th, 2026 Dinner: 6:00 PM | Conversations: 6:30–7:30 PM WHERE: Vine Middle Magnet School 1807 Martin Luther King Jr Ave, Knoxville, TN 37915. WHAT: Families will join us for a relaxed, small-group meal and discussion using a simple Stop–Start–Keep format. While caregivers participate in conversations, students can enjoy open gym and games (as long as their caregiver is attending the event). Translators will be on site. Volunteers help us keep everything running smoothly so families can focus on connection. VOLUNTEER ROLES: (5:30 – 8:00 PM) Volunteers will rotate or support as needed across three key areas: 1. Dinner Support Help set up the serving line, hand out plates and meals, keep food stocked, engage families with warmth, and assist with light cleanup after dinner. 2. Gym Supervision Support Help staff oversee open gym and games for students during the family conversations. This includes helping maintain safe play, positive interactions, and a calm environment. 3. End-of-Night Clean-Up Assist with gathering trash, wiping tables, resetting the cafeteria and gym spaces, and helping restore the building to its regular setup. A small team of committed volunteers makes a big impact—your support turns a simple dinner into a true community moment. Questions or want to volunteer? Contact Kyle Pickell at pickellk@unitedwayknox.org or click the orange "RESPOND" button at the top! Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Vine Middle Magnet School The Vine Volunteer Collective is looking for helping hands to make our Family Conversation + Catered Dinner a warm, smooth, community-centered evening! Volunteers will help us serve dinner, support cleanup, and assist staff with supervising the gym while caregivers participate in small-group conversations. Your time helps create a welcoming space where families can eat together, share ideas, and help shape the future of Vine Middle. WHEN: Tuesday, January 13th, 2026 Dinner: 6:00 PM | Conversations: 6:30–7:30 PM WHERE: Vine Middle Magnet School 1807 Martin Luther King Jr Ave, Knoxville, TN 37915. WHAT: Families will join us for a relaxed, small-group meal and discussion using a simple Stop–Start–Keep format. While caregivers participate in conversations, students can enjoy open gym and games (as long as their caregiver is attending the event). Translators will be on site. Volunteers help us keep everything running smoothly so families can focus on connection. VOLUNTEER ROLES: (5:30 – 8:00 PM) Volunteers will rotate or support as needed across three key areas: 1. Dinner Support Help set up the serving line, hand out plates and meals, keep food stocked, engage families with warmth, and assist with light cleanup after dinner. 2. Gym Supervision Support Help staff oversee open gym and games for students during the family conversations. This includes helping maintain safe play, positive interactions, and a calm environment. 3. End-of-Night Clean-Up Assist with gathering trash, wiping tables, resetting the cafeteria and gym spaces, and helping restore the building to its regular setup. A small team of committed volunteers makes a big impact—your support turns a simple dinner into a true community moment. Questions or want to volunteer? Contact Kyle Pickell at pickellk@unitedwayknox.org or click the orange "RESPOND" button at the top! Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Vine Middle Magnet School Need Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Jan 13, 2026 Zip Code: 37915 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Bilingual Language Ambassadors for Belle Morris Elementary Family EngagementWe are looking for Spanish-speaking volunteers to support a variety of Family Engagement events at Belle Morris Elementary. Your help will play a vital role in strengthening our connections and improving communication with our Spanish-speaking families during after-school events. We would love to have you join us in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all of our families! December 4th 6:30-7:30pm-PTO meeting December 13th 9am-12pm- Holiday Assistance Store Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Belle Morris Elementary We are looking for Spanish-speaking volunteers to support a variety of Family Engagement events at Belle Morris Elementary. Your help will play a vital role in strengthening our connections and improving communication with our Spanish-speaking families during after-school events. We would love to have you join us in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all of our families! December 4th 6:30-7:30pm-PTO meeting December 13th 9am-12pm- Holiday Assistance Store Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Belle Morris Elementary Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 37921 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Dogwood: In School VolunteeringAny individual that is coming into Dogwood elementary to support our students or staff will use this need. Volunteers must have a completed background check through KCS to volunteer in the school. Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Dogwood Elementary Any individual that is coming into Dogwood elementary to support our students or staff will use this need. Volunteers must have a completed background check through KCS to volunteer in the school. Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Dogwood Elementary Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 37920 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: December 9th: Bilingual Language Ambassadors for Vine MiddleThe Vine Volunteer Collective is looking for Spanish and Swahili-speaking volunteers to support Family Engagement events at Vine Middle School throughout the school year. We are building a network of volunteers who can be called upon to assist with language support as needed—there’s no expectation to be at every event, just those you have capacity for! Your help will play a vital role in strengthening connections and improving communication with our multilingual families during after-school events. By joining our volunteer network, you’ll help create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all Vine Middle families. Interested in being part of this effort? Sign up today to be contacted when opportunities arise! UPCOMING EVENTS: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23rd: PARENT CONFERENCE NIGHT: 4:00-6:00PArts and Culture Night, December 9th: 4:00-7:00pContact Kyle Pickell at pickellk@unitedwayknox.org for more information Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Vine Middle Magnet School The Vine Volunteer Collective is looking for Spanish and Swahili-speaking volunteers to support Family Engagement events at Vine Middle School throughout the school year. We are building a network of volunteers who can be called upon to assist with language support as needed—there’s no expectation to be at every event, just those you have capacity for! Your help will play a vital role in strengthening connections and improving communication with our multilingual families during after-school events. By joining our volunteer network, you’ll help create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all Vine Middle families. Interested in being part of this effort? Sign up today to be contacted when opportunities arise! UPCOMING EVENTS: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23rd: PARENT CONFERENCE NIGHT: 4:00-6:00PArts and Culture Night, December 9th: 4:00-7:00pContact Kyle Pickell at pickellk@unitedwayknox.org for more information Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Vine Middle Magnet School Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 37915 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Norwood Partner Coalition MeetingThe Norwood Partner Coalition meeting is an opportunity for stakeholders to come together to discuss collaborative efforts, share updates, and strategize for future initiatives. Attendees will engage in open discussions, explore new partnerships, and align on goals to enhance our collective impact. Your insights and contributions will be invaluable as we work towards our shared mission. We look forward to your participation! We normally meet the last Tuesday of the month at Village Church 1705 Merchant Dr, Knoxville, TN 37912 from 9am - 10am. Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Norwood Elementary The Norwood Partner Coalition meeting is an opportunity for stakeholders to come together to discuss collaborative efforts, share updates, and strategize for future initiatives. Attendees will engage in open discussions, explore new partnerships, and align on goals to enhance our collective impact. Your insights and contributions will be invaluable as we work towards our shared mission. We look forward to your participation! We normally meet the last Tuesday of the month at Village Church 1705 Merchant Dr, Knoxville, TN 37912 from 9am - 10am. Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Norwood Elementary Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 37912 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Belle Morris Parent Teacher CommitteeThis is a committee of Belle Morris caregivers and parents that work to support our school through advocacy, service, and fundraising. They contribute towards the school partnership/leadership, student incentives and experiences, and staff support. Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Belle Morris Elementary This is a committee of Belle Morris caregivers and parents that work to support our school through advocacy, service, and fundraising. They contribute towards the school partnership/leadership, student incentives and experiences, and staff support. Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Belle Morris Elementary Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 37917 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Care Closet OrganizingGMA needs 5 volunteers to come and organize clothing and hygiene donations that we have received. Ideally during the school day, but I would be happy to set up times with volunteers to come to help after school or on a Saturday. Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Green Magnet Academy GMA needs 5 volunteers to come and organize clothing and hygiene donations that we have received. Ideally during the school day, but I would be happy to set up times with volunteers to come to help after school or on a Saturday. Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Green Magnet Academy Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 37914 Allow Groups: Yes |
Volunteer: Beaumont Magnet Academy Bilingual Language Ambassadors - for Family Engagement EventsBeaumont Magnet Academy is looking for bilingual (Spanish and English) volunteers to support our families who speak Spanish at all of our evening family engagement events! These volunteers will help families navigate the event, communicate with teachers and staff as needed, and help us ensure families feel welcome and included! Our upcoming events are the following: Career Night - 10/23 4:30 pm to 6:30 pmFall Exhibit Night - 11/20 4:30 pm to 6:30 pmSpring Exhibit Night - 2/26 4:30 pm to 6:30 pmFamily Engagement Night (Theme TBD) - 3/26 4:30 pm to 6:30 pmOrganization: UWGK Community Schools: Beaumont Magnet Academy Beaumont Magnet Academy is looking for bilingual (Spanish and English) volunteers to support our families who speak Spanish at all of our evening family engagement events! These volunteers will help families navigate the event, communicate with teachers and staff as needed, and help us ensure families feel welcome and included! Our upcoming events are the following: Career Night - 10/23 4:30 pm to 6:30 pmFall Exhibit Night - 11/20 4:30 pm to 6:30 pmSpring Exhibit Night - 2/26 4:30 pm to 6:30 pmFamily Engagement Night (Theme TBD) - 3/26 4:30 pm to 6:30 pmOrganization: UWGK Community Schools: Beaumont Magnet Academy Need Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 37921 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Small Group MentorLooking for a wonderful opportunity to make a significant impact on the young lives and future of students? Maynard Elementary Community School and Amachi Knoxville are partnering to provide small group mentoring during the school day this school year. Mentors will meet with 2-3 students 2nd-5th grade for 1 hour per week to encourage, help build confidence, teach friendship and leadership skills, among other things. Group activities could include sports, arts/crafts, discussion topics, and/or special group projects. Mentor training is provided through Amachi and onsite orientation is provided at Maynard Elementary. Please go to Amachi – One Friendship, Two Lives Changed for more information and to start the signup process. You can also reach out to griggse@unitedwayknox.org for general inquiries. Thank you! Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Maynard Elementary Looking for a wonderful opportunity to make a significant impact on the young lives and future of students? Maynard Elementary Community School and Amachi Knoxville are partnering to provide small group mentoring during the school day this school year. Mentors will meet with 2-3 students 2nd-5th grade for 1 hour per week to encourage, help build confidence, teach friendship and leadership skills, among other things. Group activities could include sports, arts/crafts, discussion topics, and/or special group projects. Mentor training is provided through Amachi and onsite orientation is provided at Maynard Elementary. Please go to Amachi – One Friendship, Two Lives Changed for more information and to start the signup process. You can also reach out to griggse@unitedwayknox.org for general inquiries. Thank you! Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Maynard Elementary Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 37921 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: SKE Site Steering CommitteeUse this to check-in to reoccurring site steering committee Organization: UWGK Community Schools: South Knoxville Elementary Use this to check-in to reoccurring site steering committee Organization: UWGK Community Schools: South Knoxville Elementary Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 37920 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Beaumont Magnet Academy Food Bag Pick UpBeaumont Magnet Academy provides weekly food bags for students who need food support over the weekends. These bags contain easy to make food and snacks, as well as fresh produce ensuring that kids have food when school is not in session. Glen Oak Missionary Baptist Church packs the nonperishable items from Second Harvest for us. Beardsley Farm and the Rotary Club of Knoxville add the fresh produce to the bags 1-2 times a month. To make this process work, we need help! We need volunteers to transport our food bags from Glen Oak Missionary Baptist Church to Beaumont Magnet Academy or to Beardsley Farm on the weeks they will be adding produce. Volunteers will pick up the food bags in the morning and drop them off at BMA or Beardsley Farm depending on the week. We usually have approximately 100 to 130 bags. Rolling bins are available to move items to and from your vehicle at each location. I will reach out to you to let you know if you will be delivering to the school or to Beardsley Farm. Dates for Beardsley Farm will be confirmed by beginning of September. First Beardsley Farm date is 9/18. Thank you for your support! Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Beaumont Magnet Academy Beaumont Magnet Academy provides weekly food bags for students who need food support over the weekends. These bags contain easy to make food and snacks, as well as fresh produce ensuring that kids have food when school is not in session. Glen Oak Missionary Baptist Church packs the nonperishable items from Second Harvest for us. Beardsley Farm and the Rotary Club of Knoxville add the fresh produce to the bags 1-2 times a month. To make this process work, we need help! We need volunteers to transport our food bags from Glen Oak Missionary Baptist Church to Beaumont Magnet Academy or to Beardsley Farm on the weeks they will be adding produce. Volunteers will pick up the food bags in the morning and drop them off at BMA or Beardsley Farm depending on the week. We usually have approximately 100 to 130 bags. Rolling bins are available to move items to and from your vehicle at each location. I will reach out to you to let you know if you will be delivering to the school or to Beardsley Farm. Dates for Beardsley Farm will be confirmed by beginning of September. First Beardsley Farm date is 9/18. Thank you for your support! Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Beaumont Magnet Academy Need Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 37921 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Bilingual Language Ambassadors for Whittle Springs Middle SchoolWe are looking for Spanish-speaking volunteers to support a variety of Family Engagement events at Whittle Springs Middle School. Your help will play a vital role in strengthening our connections and improving communication with our Spanish-speaking families during after-school events. We would love to have you join us in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all of our families! Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Whittle Springs Middle We are looking for Spanish-speaking volunteers to support a variety of Family Engagement events at Whittle Springs Middle School. Your help will play a vital role in strengthening our connections and improving communication with our Spanish-speaking families during after-school events. We would love to have you join us in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all of our families! Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Whittle Springs Middle Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 37917 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer Opportunity: Robotics Club Sponsor at Whittle Springs Middle SchoolAre you excited about technology, engineering, or coding? Whittle Springs Middle School is launching a Robotics Club, and we’re looking for a volunteer who’s ready to inspire the next generation of tech innovators! Design and lead engaging, age-appropriate STEM curriculum for middle school students (fall & spring semesters) Preferred Qualifications: Time Commitment: 1–2 days per week (1-hour increments), after school hours Volunteer Age Requirement: 18+ Background Check Required Our school community faces economic barriers, and many students have never had the chance to explore the world of robotics. This club could be the spark that ignites a lifelong passion—or even a future career. Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Whittle Springs Middle Are you excited about technology, engineering, or coding? Whittle Springs Middle School is launching a Robotics Club, and we’re looking for a volunteer who’s ready to inspire the next generation of tech innovators! Design and lead engaging, age-appropriate STEM curriculum for middle school students (fall & spring semesters) Preferred Qualifications: Time Commitment: 1–2 days per week (1-hour increments), after school hours Volunteer Age Requirement: 18+ Background Check Required Our school community faces economic barriers, and many students have never had the chance to explore the world of robotics. This club could be the spark that ignites a lifelong passion—or even a future career. Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Whittle Springs Middle Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 37917 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Bilingual Language Ambassadors for Dogwood ElementaryWe are looking for Spanish-speaking volunteers to support a variety of Family Engagement events at Dogwood Elementary. Your help will play a vital role in strengthening our connections and improving communication with our Spanish-speaking families during after-school events. We would love to have you join us in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all of our families! Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Dogwood Elementary We are looking for Spanish-speaking volunteers to support a variety of Family Engagement events at Dogwood Elementary. Your help will play a vital role in strengthening our connections and improving communication with our Spanish-speaking families during after-school events. We would love to have you join us in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all of our families! Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Dogwood Elementary Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 37920 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Pond Gap Partner Coalition Meetingpartner meeting Organization: UWGK Community School: Pond Gap Elementary partner meeting Organization: UWGK Community School: Pond Gap Elementary Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 37909 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Bilingual Language Ambassadors for Norwood ElementaryWe are looking for Spanish-speaking volunteers to support a variety of Family Engagement events at Norwood Elementary. Your help will play a vital role in strengthening our connections and improving communication with our Spanish-speaking families during after-school events. We would love to have you join us in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all of our families! Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Norwood Elementary We are looking for Spanish-speaking volunteers to support a variety of Family Engagement events at Norwood Elementary. Your help will play a vital role in strengthening our connections and improving communication with our Spanish-speaking families during after-school events. We would love to have you join us in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all of our families! Organization: UWGK Community Schools: Norwood Elementary Need Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 37912 Allow Groups: No |