Needs From: United Way's Volunteer Center

Join us as we plant new trees in the Eastdale Park! Together, we’re growing a healthier, greener Chattanooga while building shade, beauty, and resilience for future generations. No experience is needed. We provide all tools and guidance. Come get your hands in the dirt and help make a lasting impact!

Join us as we plant new trees in the Eastdale Park! Together, we’re growing a healthier, greener Chattanooga while building shade, beauty, and resilience for future generations. No experience is needed. We provide all tools and guidance. Come get your hands in the dirt and help make a lasting impact!

Join us as we plant trees in the Ridgedale community! Together, we’re growing a healthier, greener Chattanooga while building shade, beauty, and resilience for future generations.

No experience is needed. We provide all tools and guidance. Come get your hands in the dirt and help make a lasting impact!

Girls Inc. of Chattanooga invites volunteers to help make our Fall Break Camp finale a success! This special event showcases the skills, confidence, and growth the girls have gained to their families. Volunteers are needed to assist with food distribution, setup and breakdown, greeting guests, and other event tasks. By supporting this celebration, you’re helping create a welcoming space that highlights our mission to inspire girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Be part of a day that honors their accomplishments—volunteer and make an impact!

*In-Person Orientation and Background Check Required, please contact Melissa Hawkins at Mhawkins@girlsincofchatt.org

Before you volunteer at one of our Fall Break Camp, you will need to complete the following. You cannot volunteer with Girls Inc. until you have completed these steps.

1. Complete the Girls Inc. of Chattanooga volunteer form on our website, https://www.girlsincofchatt.org/get-involved/become-a-volunteer

2. Once you complete the form, the Outreach and Engagement Specialist will contact you to schedule a volunteer orientation.

We are so happy you are interested in volunteering with us! Your talent and dedication is instrumental to the mission, impact, and growth of our Foundation. We can not do it without you!

We are putting together a lot of great systems and processes in place. We will get back to you as soon as possible to get you more acquainted with the Foundation. In the meantime, please direct any questions to Daniel Grzesik (Executive Director) at D_Grzesik@epilepsy-setn.org or (423)380-8545. More information about the Epilepsy Foundation of Southeast TN can be found at: https://www.epilepsy-setn.org/.

A couple quick points on what you will see on the form below: -The Committees are chaired by Board Members and includes at least one staff member on it. -Volunteers interested in any of the below Committees should expect a 2 to 3 hour commitment per month. Some additional time may be asked/requested during "peak" times. Meetings generally occur virtually. There is no experience required to be interested or to join any committee. We mean it.

-We welcome volunteers who live anywhere, but Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia is our service area.

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Thank You!

Join us as we plant new trees in Tacoa Park. Together, we’re growing a healthier, greener Chattanooga while building shade, beauty, and resilience for future generations. No experience is needed. We provide all tools and guidance. Come get your hands in the dirt and help make a lasting impact!

What's more romantic than donating your time to make your community more beautiful and resilient? Join us for a Valentine's Day planting at Parkdale Circle at Kenwood! Together, we’re growing a healthier, greener Chattanooga while building shade, beauty, and resilience for future generations. No experience is needed. We provide all tools and guidance. Come get your hands in the dirt and help make a lasting impact!

Join us as we plant new trees in Carver Park! Together, we’re growing a healthier, greener Chattanooga while building shade, beauty, and resilience for future generations. No experience is needed. We provide all tools and guidance. Come get your hands in the dirt and help make a lasting impact!

Join us as we plant new trees in the Parkdale Circle at Kenwood! Together, we’re growing a healthier, greener Chattanooga while building shade, beauty, and resilience for future generations. No experience is needed. We provide all tools and guidance. Come get your hands in the dirt and help make a lasting impact!

Join us as we plant new trees in the Eastdale Park! Together, we’re growing a healthier, greener Chattanooga while building shade, beauty, and resilience for future generations. No experience is needed. We provide all tools and guidance. Come get your hands in the dirt and help make a lasting impact!

Join us as we plant new trees in the Caraver Park! Together, we’re growing a healthier, greener Chattanooga while building shade, beauty, and resilience for future generations. No experience is needed. We provide all tools and guidance. Come get your hands in the dirt and help make a lasting impact!

Girls Inc. of Chattanooga is seeking morning volunteers to support our Fall Break Camp during drop-off in the gym. This role isn’t just supervising—it’s welcoming girls into a safe, positive space where they can begin their day inspired and confident. As a morning volunteer, you’ll help create a warm, encouraging environment that supports our mission to empower girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Make a lasting impact—volunteer with us this fall and help shape the next generation of leaders!

*In-Person Orientation and Background Check Required, please contact Melissa Hawkins at Mhawkins@girlsincofchatt.org

Before you volunteer at one of our Fall Break Camp, you will need to complete the following,

1. Complete the Girls Inc. of Chattanooga volunteer form on our website, https://www.girlsincofchatt.org/get-involved/become-a-volunteer

2. Once you complete the form, the Outreach and Engagement Specialist will contact you to schedule a volunteer orientation.

Join Girls Inc. of Chattanooga as a lunchtime volunteer and help create a safe, welcoming space at our camp. Volunteers help create a positive, welcoming environment by assisting with meals, keeping the space clean, and resetting for the next day. Your presence helps girls feel valued and empowered, directly supporting our mission to inspire every girl to be strong, smart, and bold.

*In-Person Orientation and Background Check Required, please contact Melissa Hawkins at Mhawkins@girlsincofchatt.org

Before you volunteer at one of our Fall Break Camp, you will need to complete the following. You cannot volunteer with Girls Inc. until you have completed these steps.

1. Complete the Girls Inc. of Chattanooga volunteer form on our website, https://www.girlsincofchatt.org/get-involved/become-a-volunteer

2. Once you complete the form, the Outreach and Engagement Specialist will contact you to schedule a volunteer orientation.

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga, and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast. During Event – Servers volunteers will help serve food to guests and replenish pans of food from the Bessie Hall as needed. Volunteers will be asked to wear gloves at all times and keep hair pulled back with a fastener. Additional instructions on serving sizes and etiquette will be provided at the event. Each volunteer will be given time to get a plate and enjoy the food at the Gratefull table.

Please note: If you are unable to attend, please unregister so we can ensure all serving spots are filled.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you.

Join us as we plant up to 500 new trees in the Ridgedale community! Together, we’re growing a healthier, greener Chattanooga while building shade, beauty, and resilience for future generations.

No experience is needed. We provide all tools and guidance. Come get your hands in the dirt and help make a lasting impact!

Join us as we plant up to 500 new trees in the Ridgedale community! Together, we’re growing a healthier, greener Chattanooga while building shade, beauty, and resilience for future generations. No experience is needed. We provide all tools and guidance. Come get your hands in the dirt and help make a lasting impact!

Join us as we plant up to 500 new trees in the Ridgedale community! Together, we’re growing a healthier, greener Chattanooga while building shade, beauty, and resilience for future generations. No experience is needed. We provide all tools and guidance. Come get your hands in the dirt and help make a lasting impact!

Join us as we plant trees in neighborhoods around Chattanooga! Together, we’re growing a healthier, greener Chattanooga while building shade, beauty, and resilience for future generations. No experience is needed. We provide all tools and guidance. Come get your hands in the dirt and help make a lasting impact!

Make a Difference in Your Community—Right from Home!

Are you passionate about your local community and want to help others discover how to give back? We're looking for seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help us update and enrich local pages on Ways to Connect, our national directory of volunteer sites.

Ways to Connect is a crowdsourced platform designed to boost traffic and engagement to local volunteer websites—like this one! With just a bit of online research and your enthusiasm, you can help neighbors easily find volunteer opportunity platforms, service clubs, mutual aid groups, and more—making it simpler than ever for everyone to make an impact locally.

Volunteer contributors have already helped us identify 711 volunteer resources across 324 communities in the US!

What You'll Do:

Conduct quick, simple online research to identify active service clubs, mutual aid groups, and upcoming volunteer events in your community.

Enhance your community's page on Ways to Connect by ensuring the information is current, accurate, and inviting for potential volunteers.

Optional: Promote your community’s page on social media to help friends and family find a path to service.

Why Volunteer with Inspiring Service?

Easy and flexible: Volunteer remotely at your convenience.

Immediate community impact: Help your neighbors discover meaningful ways to contribute.

Small commitment: Volunteer for as little as 2 hours, or as much as you'd like.

Growth opportunities: Volunteers can explore deeper involvement through our Ambassador program.

Ready to help your community thrive? Join us today and make volunteering more accessible for everyone.

Join us as we plant new trees in Benham Williams Park Together, we’re growing a healthier, greener Chattanooga while building shade, beauty, and resilience for future generations. No experience is needed. We provide all tools and guidance. Come get your hands in the dirt and help make a lasting impact!

Join us as we plant new trees in Southside Community Park! Together, we’re growing a healthier, greener Chattanooga while building shade, beauty, and resilience for future generations. No experience is needed. We provide all tools and guidance. Come get your hands in the dirt and help make a lasting impact!

Join us as we plant new trees in the Tuxedo Circle! Together, we’re growing a healthier, greener Chattanooga while building shade, beauty, and resilience for future generations. No experience is needed. We provide all tools and guidance. Come get your hands in the dirt and help make a lasting impact!

Join us as we plant new trees in Carver Park! Together, we’re growing a healthier, greener Chattanooga while building shade, beauty, and resilience for future generations. No experience is needed. We provide all tools and guidance. Come get your hands in the dirt and help make a lasting impact!

Chattanooga's Department of Parks and Outdoors has a goal of planting over 1,000 new trees over the next several months, and we need your help! No experience necessary, we will teach you everything you need to know. All events are 9 am - noon. Please see the list below for dates and locations.

Eastdale Park - 1312 Moss St, Chattanooga, TN 37411

Carver Park - 600 N Orchard Knob Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37404

Southside Community Park - 3504 E 36th St, Chattanooga, TN 37410

Kenwood Circle - Chattanooga, TN 37411

Tacoa Park - 5205 Tacoa Cir, Chattanooga, TN 37411

Join Girls Inc. of Chattanooga’s Family Resource Center for a festive day of cookies, crafts, and holiday magic!

We’re seeking volunteers to welcome families, assist with photos, serve cookies & milk, manage lines, help with kids’ activities, and support clean-up.

By volunteering, you’ll help create a warm, joyful experience for families while supporting our mission to inspire girls to be strong, smart, and bold.

*In-Person Orientation and Background Check Required, please contact Melissa Hawkins at Mhawkins@girlsincofchatt.org

Before you volunteer at one of our events, you will need to complete the following. You cannot volunteer with Girls Inc. until you have completed these steps.

Volunteer at Girls Inc. of Chattanooga’s Family Resource Center Trunk or Treat!

Be part of a fun, family-friendly event that celebrates and supports our mission to inspire all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Girls Inc. is seeking volunteers to help make our Trunk or Treat a success—from creating a welcoming atmosphere to helping families shop in our boutique.

Sign up today to help us bring joy, confidence, and community connection to our girls and their families!

*In-Person Orientation and Background Check Required, please contact Melissa Hawkins at Mhawkins@girlsincofchatt.org

Before you volunteer at one of our events, you will need to complete the following. You cannot volunteer with Girls Inc. until you have completed these steps.

Lula Lake Land Trust protects and manages over 4,000 acres on Lookout Mountain, GA. With a dedicated team of just five staff members, we rely on passionate volunteers to help care for and maintain this incredible land of high conservation value! 

Join us for a trail work day on the Moonshine Trail system! Help with essential maintenance and get hands-on experience building a brand-new trail. You’ll work alongside our Land Manager to create a full loop, leaving a lasting impact for hikers and mountain bikers to enjoy for generations.

Lula Lake Land Trust protects and manages over 4,000 acres on Lookout Mountain, GA. With a dedicated team of just five staff members, we rely on passionate volunteers to help care for and maintain this incredible land of high conservation value! 

Join us for a trail work day on the Moonshine Trail system! Help with essential maintenance and get hands-on experience building a brand-new trail. You’ll work alongside our Land Manager to create a full loop, leaving a lasting impact for hikers and mountain bikers to enjoy for generations.

Join us Saturday, October 25th for the region’s premier mountain bike race and festival! We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make the day a success, with roles including check-in, parking, food service, course marshals, and more.

Volunteers have access to camping, and free food & beverages!

Your support truly makes a difference! All proceeds from this fundraiser go directly toward building and maintaining our trails.

This event goes on all day, so times and duties vary. Let us know your preferred times and we'll assign you to a task that aligns with your availability.  

Join us Saturday, November 8th for the region’s premier trail running race! We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make the day a success, with roles including check-in, parking, food service, course marshals, and more.

Volunteers have access to camping, and free food & beverages!

Your support truly makes a difference! All proceeds from this fundraiser go directly toward building and maintaining our trails.

This event goes on all day, so times and duties vary. Let us know your preferred times and we'll assign you to a task that aligns with your availability.  

The American Red Cross is looking for disaster dispatchers in the Hamilton County area. 

Whether you choose to volunteer virtually or at our chapter office during the workday, your contribution will be invaluable in helping us provide vital assistance to those affected by disasters. To give you a better idea of what to expect and the responsibilities involved, please take a moment to watch our brief video on disaster response volunteers here.

For a detailed overview of the Duty Officer role, you can access the position description here.

Ready to take the next step? You can apply to volunteer with us by creating your volunteer profile here. Please note that all disaster responders must be at least 18 years old. As part of our screening process, you'll be required to create an email login and consent to a criminal background check focusing on theft and violence.

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

Disasters are happening more often and hitting harder, which means the need for trained volunteers is more important than ever. If you've ever thought about stepping up and supporting Red Cross shelters, whether here in Tennessee or across the country, now’s the perfect time to get ready.

Here's what you'll do:

Qualifications:

Thank you for considering this opportunity to serve those in need.

Volunteer to provide emergency mental health care to survivors of disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, or home fires.

This important volunteer role will respond to local disasters and provide Disaster Mental Health (DMH) services to clients and Red Cross workers during preparedness, response, and recovery within a chapter or region following local disasters.

This position is responsible for responding during local emergencies to provide Disaster Mental Health interventions and help facilitate long-term recovery for clients impacted by a disaster and assist the chapter in developing partnerships with local mental health agencies.

Experience and up to date credentials are required for this particular role. All Red Cross training will be provided during onboarding. 

Disasters don't have schedules. That is why we work with our volunteer workforce based on need as well as their availability.

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

What does a Disaster Health Services team do?
• Disaster Health Services teams address the unmet disaster-related
health needs of impacted individuals, families and communities

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

Have fun helping older adults discover digital literacy! Southeast TN Area Agency on Aging and Disability (SETAAAD) is partnering with Tech Goes Home Tennessee (TGH) to increase digital literacy in older adults, decrease social isolation and improve digital access and connectivity.

SETAAAD is seeking volunteers to assist older adults in learning how to use Chromebooks. Each 15- hour class has a Trainer with ten class participants. Assist the Trainer and class by providing one-on-one attention while the Trainer instructs the class.

Requirements: Collaborative with strong communication and customer skills. Positive, encouraging and patient with technical skills and desire to help others learn.

Contact Janet Sullivan, Volunteer Services Coordinator, 423-424-4286 or jsullivan@sedev.org if you are interested in volunteering or would like more information.

Adopt a meal route at our Home Delivered Meal Program and build stronger teams! By volunteering with the purpose to help others, you help each other by becoming exceptional together.

Drivers deliver hot meals to people’s homes who would otherwise do without. We invite families, groups, companies and organizations to volunteer and rotate their schedule. Each team member has an opportunity to support each other while building a better community.

Contact Janet Sullivan, Volunteer Services Coordinator, 423-424-4286 or email, jsullivan@sedev.org to learn more about the ease and effectiveness of team volunteering. Flexible schedules based on team's availability. 

• Shifts available Monday through Friday
• 9:00 am to 11:30 am 
• Driving and delivering home delivered meals
• Drivers must be 18 years and older
• Friendly and helpful - checking in with clients
• Willingness to use own vehicle

Volunteers are leading the way with purpose!

Volunteers are an important part of the Public Guardianship for the Elderly
program. Individuals provide support to SETAAAD's guardianship program by
volunteering as a Friendly Visitor. As a Friendly Visitor, volunteers are paired with
a guardianship client and spend time with them each month. The role of volunteers is
beneficial to the operations of the program as an extra set of eyes of the client to
identify any needs or concerns which otherwise may go unnoticed between
visits by the district public guardian. Volunteers also build relationships with
clients, helping ease isolation and depression often present in older adults.

Volunteer drivers provide a vital service for adults, 60 years or older, through MyRide Tennessee Southeast, a senior transportation program in Bradley, Hamilton and Sequatchie Counties. We provide door-through-door transportation for essential trips. This program helps older adults who can walk on their own or with assistance from a walker or cane with transportation.  

Make a difference, one ride at a time!  MyRide TN Southeast is accepting applications for Volunteers to assist older adults with essential trips to the grocery store, pharmacy, bank and doctors’ appointments.

MyRide TN Southeast Volunteer Description:

For more information, please contact Janet Sullivan, Volunteer Services Coordinator, 423-424-4286, jsullivan@sedev.org. Check out MyRide TN SE website: https://www.myridetnse.org

Act now and be a life changer!   

Do you want to be a life changer for a neighbor? Volunteer and get to know the heart of your community!  Enjoy new experiences and meeting new people by volunteering just a few hours of your time!

Volunteer drivers deliver hot meals to people’s homes in Southeast TN. Volunteers are vital to our programs! Families, groups and organizations are welcomed to volunteer and rotate their schedule.

Contact Janet Sullivan, Volunteer Services Coordinator, 423-424-4286 or email, jsullivan@sedev.org.

Home Delivered Meal Driver Description:

Don’t hesitate - be a life changer!   

Do you want to be a life changer for a neighbor?  Volunteer and get to know the heart of your community!  Enjoy new experiences and meeting new people by volunteering just a few hours of your time. 

Deliver hot meals to people’s homes or drive older adults to health care appointments and services (MyRide TN SE). Volunteers are vital to our programs! Contact Janet Sullivan, 423-424-4286, jsullivan@sedev.org to learn more about the best opportunity for you! 

Home Delivered Meal Volunteer Description:

Make a difference, one ride at a time!  MyRide TN Southeast Volunteers drive older adults to essential services, grocery store, pharmacy, bank and doctors’ appointments.  

MyRide TN Southeast Volunteer Description:

For more information, please check out MyRide TN SE website https://www.myridetnse.org. 

Contact Janet Sullivan, 423-424-4286 or email, jsullivan@sedev.org to learn more about these lifegiving opportunities!

Act now and be a life changer!   

What's often standing between people with cancer and life-saving treatment is a ride to get there. 

Volunteers with Road To Recovery use their personal vehicle to drive cancer patients with limited or no transportation to treatments.  

Rides are weekdays. We encourage drivers provide 2 rides per month. Choose the rides that work with your schedule. We think you'll find it a flexible and rewarding volunteer experience while helping your community.

Volunteer drivers are ages 18-84 and

Interested volunteers complete short online training and a background check. Volunteers review available rides via an online scheduling tool.

We would love your help! Connect here &/or check out cancer.org/drive for FAQs and to get started on training. We would love to connect to answer questions and get you started.

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast. Volunteers for the Volunteer Tent will help us get ready for volunteers to arrive, assist with check-in, and provide necessary items to the volunteers for their stations. Once finished, volunteers are welcome to grab a meal and a seat at our long table.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you.

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga, and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast. Volunteers will break down River City Company, Grateful Gobbler, and Donation tents and tables, pack up volunteer items, collect and dispose of trash located in tent areas, and place all of these items in the appropriate locations.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you.

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga, and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast. Food Runners will be stationed at each set of serving tables. Volunteers will help run food between the kitchen and tables during the event. This shift will run from 10 AM – 1:30 PM and will require a lot of movement and heavy lifting.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you.

The Maclellan Family Shelter will be collecting donations from individuals attending Gratefull. We need 4 volunteers to help with the collection of donated items, ensure the items are organized, and assist with loading them into the donation bus.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you.

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga, and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast. Clean-Up – Green Team Runner volunteers will do a final sweep of the event area to pick up remaining trash using grabbers and gloves. Volunteers will also assist with moving all bags and cans to the designated pickup area. A map will be provided. Volunteers must be able to lift 40+ lbs.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you.

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga, and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast. Clean-Up – Games and Signage volunteers will break down all of the games, photo booth, and directional signage at the event. Items will then be returned to the River City Company U-Haul for transport back to the office.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you.

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast. Clean-Up – Main Table volunteers will assist with breaking down the tables in the middle of the street at the end of the event. Volunteers will dispose of any remaining items, including the butcher paper. Tables and chairs will then be wiped down with cleaner and stacked in their appropriate places.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you.

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga, and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast.

During Event – Seaters/Table Tenders will direct guests to open seats as they leave the serving line. To help keep the table clean for the next guest, volunteers will also remove used cups, plates, and other items from open areas. Volunteers are encouraged to work together to allow each person a chance to enjoy the food during the event.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you.

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga, and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast.

During Event – Exit Survey volunteers will approach guests as they begin to leave and ask if they would mind sharing feedback about the event. The survey will only take about 30 seconds. Volunteers can work in pairs, and each person will have time to enjoy lunch at the table.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you.

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga, and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast.

As a Team Lead, you will be responsible for greeting and informing volunteers of their duties. Team Leads will receive a short training the week of the event during orientation (no longer than 30 minutes). To ensure accuracy with weather and logistics, orientation will be held the week before the event. River City staff will show you where all materials are located and provide you with maps, a list of your volunteers, and details for your shift.

Orientation Requirement
Team Leads must attend ONE of the following orientation meetings:
Tuesday, November 12th at 5:30 PM – Bessie Smith Cultural Lawn
Wednesday, November 13th at 12:00 PM – Bessie Smith Cultural Lawn

If you do not attend an orientation meeting, your role as Team Lead will be reassigned.

Event Day Details
Location: 200 E. MLK Blvd, in front of the Bessie Smith Cultural Center

Check-In: Please report to the blue River City volunteer tent upon arrival. Coffee and snacks will be available for volunteers. Important Reminders
If you are unable to volunteer, please unregister at iHelpChattanooga.org as soon as possible so we can repost the position.

If you’ve signed up for more than one volunteer opportunity, please choose only one to allow others to participate.

Dress appropriately for the weather; we recommend tennis shoes and layers.

Once you’ve checked in, you will meet with your Team Lead. Please arrive on time to receive all instructions.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

**Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you. 

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga, and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast.

During Event – Green Team volunteers will help make Gratefull as eco-friendly as possible! Volunteers will be stationed at sets of trash, recycling, and compost bins, guiding guests on what items belong in each bin. Signage will be provided to assist. When a bin becomes full, volunteers will take the bag to the designated drop location (map provided) and replace it with a new bag.

Volunteers must be able to lift 40+ lbs. Shifts can rotate so that everyone has a chance to get food and a seat at the table.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

**Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you.

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga, and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast.

Photo Booth Volunteers will assist guests at the photo booth and ensure that supplies remain organized and in good condition. Volunteers may rotate with one another so each person has the opportunity to enjoy a meal at the table.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you.

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga, and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast.

Line Balloon Holder volunteers will be stationed at the end of the serving line. A large yellow balloon will be attached to your wrist, making it easy for guests to identify the end of the line. Your role is to help direct people toward the table once they reach you. Volunteers will switch halfway through the shift so everyone has the opportunity to grab a meal and a seat at the table.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you.

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast.

Greeter & Sign-Ins volunteers will welcome guests as they arrive at the event. Greeters should have a smartphone they are comfortable using to help with sign-ups. Guests will be able to scan a QR code to access a short online form where they can enter their contact information. Paper copies will also be available on clipboards for those without smartphones, and volunteers will neatly write in the information to ensure legibility.

Volunteers will also prepare name tags by handwriting guests’ first names and encouraging them to connect with others who have the same color name tag. Four volunteers will be stationed at the entrance at a time, and shifts will rotate halfway through so everyone has the chance to enjoy a meal and a seat at the table.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you.

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga, and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast.

Beverage Station volunteers will stock Coca-Cola products into coolers, fill them with ice, and place the coolers at the end of each serving table. Your Team Lead will provide a map to help direct your group to the correct locations.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you.

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga, and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast.

Food Transporters for Restaurant Drop-Offs will be stationed behind the Bessie Smith at the back kitchen door access to direct cars and manage food drop-offs. Volunteers will ensure the area remains clear of unnecessary vehicles and has ample open space for restaurants to park. Food drop-off will occur between 10:30 – 11:15 AM. Volunteers will also assist restaurants with carrying food to the serving tables on either side of the main table.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

**Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you. 

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga, and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast.

Set-Up – Signage & Photo Booth volunteers will work with their Team Leader to place signage around the Gratefull site. Volunteers will also assist in setting up the Photo Booth area, ensuring that it is welcoming, organized, and ready for guests.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

**Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you. 

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga, and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast.

Set-Up – Games volunteers will help place a variety of games and bistro tables around the Bessie Smith Lawn. Volunteers will also use sidewalk chalk to write the prompt “What are you Gratefull for?” and begin with a few example responses, leaving chalk out so guests can continue adding their own.

Volunteers must be able to lift and move 10 lbs.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

**Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you. 

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga, and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast.

Set-Up – Tables & Chairs volunteers will assist with unloading, arranging, and setting up tables and chairs for all guests at Gratefull. The Team Leader will provide a site map with instructions for proper placement of both serving and dining tables, as well as seating.

Volunteers must be able to lift 10+ lbs.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

**Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you. 

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga, and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast.

Parking Assistance volunteers will help direct guests needing ADA and senior citizen parking to available spaces located next to the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Volunteers will also ensure that parking areas remain accessible and organized.

This role includes custom shift times, and volunteers will have an opportunity to take a break and enjoy a meal at the long table.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

**Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you. 

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga, and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast.

Stage Manager volunteers will help coordinate the stage setup and ensure that the program runs smoothly. Responsibilities include: guiding guest speakers on and off the stage, managing the flow of performances and announcements, and monitoring the area to prevent any unauthorized persons from accessing the stage or microphone.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

**Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you. 

Gratefull is a free, city-wide Thanksgiving potluck that takes place at one long table in the middle of MLK Boulevard. The event, formerly known as One Table, was started by Causeway in 2014 because we believe that in order to build a city that is an honest reflection of its residents, everyone should be invited to the table. Gratefull is now an annual event in Chattanooga, and has been replicated in six cities across the southeast.

Clean-Up – Serving Utensils volunteers will use the kitchen inside of the Bessie to clean serving utensils and then return them to the U-Haul truck.

Parking: There is no on-site parking available for volunteers at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center. Parking information will be provided in our e-mail reminders to volunteers.

**Waiver is attached at the bottom of this page. Please print off and bring a signed copy with you if possible. Thank you. 

Join us as we plant 500 new trees in the Ridgedale community! Together, we’re growing a healthier, greener Chattanooga while building shade, beauty, and resilience for future generations.

No experience is needed. We provide all tools and guidance. Come get your hands in the dirt and help make a lasting impact!

Join us as we plant trees in the Ridgedale community! Together, we’re growing a healthier, greener Chattanooga while building shade, beauty, and resilience for future generations.

No experience is needed. We provide all tools and guidance. Come get your hands in the dirt and help make a lasting impact!

Park Stewards are vital community members dedicated to enhancing the environmental health, safety, and beauty of Chattanooga’s diverse park system. This includes our neighborhood parks, playgrounds, greenways, trails, and natural areas. By adopting a specific location, stewards provide consistent care, serve as helpful eyes and ears on the ground, and help foster a culture of appreciation and responsible use for our shared outdoor spaces.

Responsibilities: Park Stewards work collaboratively with Chattanooga Parks & Outdoors staff and engage in a range of hands-on activities and observational duties tailored to their assigned site and chosen focus area.

Core responsibilities include:
- Performing light maintenance tasks such as picking up litter and debris, clearing hard surfaces, cleaning park furniture and signs, removing weeds, and trimming overgrown vegetation.
- Assisting with basic horticultural and conservation efforts, including caring for trees/plants, and supporting habitat restoration initiatives.
- Monitoring the condition of park amenities, trails, and natural features, and reporting maintenance needs, damage, or hazardous conditions promptly.
- Serving as a welcoming and approachable representative of Chattanooga Parks, providing general information to visitors and encouraging adherence to park rules and responsible use.
- Observing and reporting unusual or suspicious activity to appropriate staff or authorities.


Focus Areas: While serving as a Park Steward, you will have the opportunity to specialize and concentrate your efforts within one of the following focus areas, aligning your volunteer work with your interests and the specific needs of your adopted site:
- General Park Care: Primarily focused on the upkeep and visitor experience within developed parks, playgrounds, and recreation center grounds.
- Trail & Greenway Care: Primarily focused on the maintenance and accessibility of designated trails and greenways.
- Ecological Stewardship: Primarily focused on conservation activities, habitat support, and care of natural areas, rain gardens, or other environmental assets within the park system.
- Signature Park Ambassador: Signature Park Ambassadors are volunteers who serve as welcoming and knowledgeable representatives of Chattanooga Parks & Outdoors at designated, high-traffic "signature" park locations (Coolidge Park, Renaissance Park, Montague Park/Sculpture Fields, Miller Park, Ross's Landing, Greenway Farm, TN Riverpark, & Warner Park). They act as a friendly human information resource, dedicated to enhancing the visitor experience by providing helpful information about the park, the Department, and Chattanooga as a whole.

Commitment: Park Stewards commit to adopting a specific park site or trail/area section and visiting their assigned location a minimum of two times per month for one year.

Requirements: To serve as a Park Steward, volunteers must meet the following criteria:
- Be at least 18 years old, or 15 years old if accompanied by a supervising adult.
- Successfully pass a background check.
- Possess the ability to work independently while following direction from Parks staff.
- Be comfortable interacting professionally and courteously with the public, other volunteers, and park staff.
- Demonstrate commitment to the mission and goals of Chattanooga Parks & Outdoors.
- Be willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions and on natural terrain.
- Provide their own transportation to and from their volunteer site.
- Wear appropriate outdoor clothing and required closed-toe shoes while volunteering.
- Attend program orientation and any specific training relevant to their chosen focus area and assigned tasks.
- Adhere to all park rules, regulations, and volunteer policies.

Support: Park Stewards are supported by the Parks Maintenance staff and receive guidance and coordination from the Volunteer and Community Engagement Coordinator, who serves as the primary point of contact for volunteers.

Impact: By consistently dedicating their time and effort within their chosen focus area, Park Stewards are fundamental partners in ensuring that Chattanooga's parks, trails, greenways, and natural areas remain beautiful, safe, and accessible for the enjoyment of all residents and visitors, now and for future generations.

Application/On-boarding 

To become a Park Steward, please submit an application here. Volunteers will be asked to complete a background check and attend an orientation session. 

The Five Points 50/25 is right around the corner, and we need YOUR help to get the trails dialed in! Join SORBA Chattanooga for a day of trail work at Five Points Recreation Area as we prep the course for one of the Southeast’s most iconic endurance mountain bike races.

We’ll be trimming back corridors, clearing drains, and tuning up the tread so racers (and regular riders) can enjoy the best possible experience. Whether you’re a seasoned digger or brand new to trail work, there’s a job for you.

What to Bring:

What You’ll Get:

Where: Five Points Recreation Area

When: Sunday, October 12, 2025 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Let’s come together as a trail community, get the course ready, and make sure the Five Points 50/25 lives up to its reputation.

In this role you'll welcome individuals and groups to Outdoor Chattanooga’s front desk. The Outdoor Chattanooga Phillip Grimes Center is the fun, blue building nestled in between the North Shore and Coolidge Park. Visitors to the building may be locals or tourists and vary in ages and demographics.

This building is home to Outdoor Chattanooga staff as well as some of the City's Department of Parks and Outdoors Department. The building also serves as a meeting place for events with ties to our greater mission as well as programs and other fun events and meet-ups.

Tasks you may do include:

A positive attitude and willingness to learn are great attributes to bring to this role. General skills in customer service, in supporting a welcoming environment, dependability and knowledge of Chattanooga and/or outdoor recreation activities is helpful.

*No specific experience with answering phones, outdoor recreation, or technical expertise is needed.

There is a minimum of one, 3-hour shift per month. Preference for a weekly commitment of one, 3-hour shift when possible. Shifts include weekdays from 8am - 4:30pm.

Grow with Us at Crabtree Farms

Step into a world of green-thumb camaraderie and hands-on learning with Crabtree Farms' Greenhouse volunteer program! Together, we’re cultivating the future of sustainable agriculture—one seedling at a time.

As a volunteer, you’ll immerse yourself in the dynamic rhythms of our greenhouse, gaining practical experience alongside passionate gardening enthusiasts. Whether you’re a seasoned Master Gardener or just starting your cultivation journey, there’s a place for you in our thriving community.

Volunteer Tasks Include:

Accessible to All: We warmly welcome volunteers of all abilities. If you require accommodations, please let us know in advance so we can design a project that keeps you involved with the team. Prefer quieter, individualized projects? We have options for you too—come enjoy the therapeutic benefits of working with plants!

From planting and pruning to propagating and harvesting, each moment in the greenhouse offers opportunities to grow your horticultural knowledge and deepen your connection with nature. Learn from and collaborate with like-minded individuals, sharing tips, tricks, and garden tales along the way.

At Crabtree Farms, the true harvest of volunteering isn’t just in the crops—it’s in the friendships forged, the skills honed, and the vibrant community built together. Join us as we sow the seeds of change and nurture a flourishing future.

Ready to dig in and make a difference? You can sign up right here!

Got questions? Contact the Volunteer Coordinator at cwatts@crabtreefarms.org to become a vital part of our volunteer team today!

Volunteer Requirements:

Together, let’s cultivate a greener, more connected world! 

Crabtree Farms is expanding the community garden to include 16 new raised beds, and we need your help to build them on October 11, 2025 from 9am-12pm! Tasks for this project include: Prepping the bed area; Look for branches/logs to place inside the bed, under soil, once it’s built; Lay cardboard down where beds will go; Place cinder blocks; Place branches/logs inside; Mulch outside of bed before walkway; Fill beds with soil.

Parking Instructions:
Parking Area: Volunteers should park in the designated parking lot located at the front of the farm.

Arrival Time: Please aim to arrive 15 minutes early to allow time for check-in and orientation.

Check-In: Upon arrival, proceed to the main entrance where our staff will greet you and provide further instructions.

Additional Information:
Waivers: If you haven't already submitted volunteer waivers for your group, please ensure they are completed and brought with you on the day of the event.

Attire: We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes suitable for outdoor activities. Feel free to bring a hat, water bottle, and garden gloves.

Weather: Please check the weather forecast and dress accordingly. In case of inclement weather, we will notify you of any changes. We farm rain or shine, so be sure to bring a rain jacket and change of clothes if rain is in the forecast, especially fresh socks!

Feel free to contact Chloe, the Volunteer Coordinator, at cwatts@crabtreefarms.org or 423-493-9155 with questions regarding this project! We look forward to having you help us on the farm!

Girls Inc. of Chattanooga's Family Resource Center is looking for volunteers to help make our Gratitude & Growth Workshop a success!

This event brings families together for hands-on activities that reflect our mission to inspire girls to be strong, smart, and bold.

Volunteers will support with set-up, registration, passing out materials, assisting during cooking activities, managing refreshments, and clean-up.

Your time helps create a warm, organized space where families can connect, learn, and grow together.

*In-Person Orientation and Background Check Required, please contact Melissa Hawkins at Mhawkins@girlsincofchatt.org

Before you volunteer at one of our events, you will need to complete the following. You cannot volunteer with Girls Inc. until you have completed these steps.

Paint yellow humps, lines and curbs in the parking lot.

We're looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make Pioneer Days a success! Whether you enjoy history, helping guests, or just want to be part of a fun, we’d love to have you join us.

Event Date: Monday November 17-Saturday November 22, 2025

Location: Audubon Acres

Volunteer Perk: Volunteers get free admission for their family on Saturday! and we feed you lunch the day you volunteer. We do ask that you stay the entire shift. 

Help us with:

Greeting guests

Assisting at activity stations - 10 stations to choose from

Parking attendant

Demonstrating pioneer crafts

Supporting set-up or clean-up

Interested? Sign up today and be part of a memorable event that brings history to life!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B48ADA92BA0FECE9-56738061-walker

Are you interested in bringing joy and comfort to those who are facing difficult times? Hospice volunteers can provide support through companionship, a listening ear, reading, and playing games with patients. Volunteers can visit patients in facilities or their homes, and they make a world of difference to the people they visit.

Lawn Heroes Needed! We need volunteers to help us catch up on mowing and trimming our large campus. Please bring your own tools and equipment, as these will not be provided. Any help is greatly appreciated. To schedule, contact Dana - dcjones@chamblisscenter.org. 

At Ronald McDonald House, we aim to make families feel "at home" while their children are receiving care in the hospital by providing warm, home-cooked meals during their stay. If you'd like to provide some relief to families enduring a medical crisis, you can "Adopt-A-Meal"!

Here's how it works:

*Groups who are unable to provide their own ingredients may still be able to Adopt A Meal. Talk to Melissa about alternative options. You also have the option to order food from a store or restaurant, if you have the budget for that.

For more details or to schedule a date to participate in the volunteer activity, please contact Melissa Miburn at Melissa.Milburn@rmhchattanooga.com

More info from Melissa:

The group would start with the idea of which meal slot would work best for them ( breakfast, lunch, or dinner) and then we would look for open dates on our meal calendar.   Most of the groups keep the number of volunteers around 6-8 people due to the size of the kitchen space and to help keep the families from being overwhelmed when they come into the kitchen for the meal.  The actual meal prepared would need to be made on site in the Great Kitchen or purchased from either a grocery store or restaurant.   The Great Kitchen is stocked with an assortment of pots and pans, cooking utensils, serving utensils and plates/ utensils for the families to eat off.   The meal is prepared buffet style that the families can then help themselves to during the allotted meal time and then whatever food is left over, that is placed in our re-heatable containers that the families can reheat when they return from the hospital.

The Front Desk Support Volunteer will be responsible for providing
efficient and welcoming customer service to guests and visitors at the Ronald McDonald House.

Key Responsibilities:

Requirements:

Benefits:

The Family Room, located inside Erlanger's Children's Hospital, is a peaceful, home-like space where families of patients can enjoy a meal, take a shower, and wash their clothing. This space is provided by Ronald McDonald House, a nonprofit which strives to create a "home away from home" for families whose children are receiving care in a hospital.

The Volunteer's main responsibility is to maintain a friendly and home-like atmosphere in the Family Room. Specific duties include:

This role occurs in 3-hour shifts from Monday to Friday: 9am-12pm, 12pm-3pm, and 3pm-6pm.

Onboarding as a Family Room volunteer requires* the following:

*Erlanger covers all costs for this onboarding process.

We also ask that volunteers commit to an ongoing weekly shift. For example, "every Monday from 12pm to 3pm," or "every Thursday from 3pm to 6pm," etc.

If you are unable to commit to a weekly shift, but could do a biweekly shift or some other regular routine, we may be able to accommodate you. Give us a call and we'll talk about it!

You’re invited to volunteer at the Little Debbie Hamilton County Fair, Nov 7-9, 2025.
Be part of one of the year’s most exciting local events while serving and connecting with your community. Sign up at hamiltontnfair.com/volunteer.

Shifts are just 2.5 hours, and you can sign up for as many as you like.
Volunteer perks include:

1 catered meal (lunch or dinner)

1 event T-shirt

1 free event pass

Refreshments during your shift

VIP parking

Bring your family, friends, and coworkers to share in the fun while helping make the fair a success.

About the Fair!

Celebrating history, heritage, and tradition, the Little Debbie Hamilton County Fair tells the story of our community. From live music, crafts, and delicious foods to lumberjack competitions, pie-eating contests, and blue ribbon awards, the fair showcases down-home fun alongside treasured skills and talents. All ages can enjoy thrilling amusement rides, exciting games, rodeos, fireworks, and a variety of shows and competitions happening daily. Join us for a full weekend of fun at our beloved Little Debbie Hamilton County Fair, and make memories with your community that will last a lifetime.  hamiltontnfair.com
Nov 7-9, 2025 at McDonald’s Farm. 16705 Coulterville Road Sale Creek, TN 37373

Begins Every Monday starting September 8th - December 1st

Looking for a meaningful and hands-on volunteer opportunity this fall? Join us for Adapt-A-Toy Mondays at Signal Centers and help create accessible play experiences for children with disabilities. Each Monday, we invite small groups to volunteer in our Assistive Technology program by adapting battery-operated toys to make them usable for children with limited mobility or motor skills. This is a powerful way to promote inclusion while engaging in a fun, team-building activity.

No technical background required, we’ll guide you through the entire process.

This opportunity is especially great for corporate volunteer groups looking to give back in a direct, impactful way.

Important Note: Participants will bring a toy with them to adapt during the session.

Upon signing up, your group will receive simple guidelines on what types of toys are best to bring (affordable, easy-to-modify, and suitable for switch adaptation).

Why It Matters: Adapted toys can be quite expensive and are often out of reach for many families. Your group’s time and care help make accessible play possible for children with disabilities, at no cost to them.

What to Expect: Brief training and orientation from our Assistive Technology staff, and an overview of disability inclusion and accessible design with a collaborative and rewarding team experience.

Are you a BSW or MSW student looking for meaningful, hands-on experience in community-based social work? The Family Forward program at Signal Centers is currently accepting applications for Fall 2025 – Spring 2026 internships!

Interns in this program will gain practical experience in case management, client services, community outreach, and professional development while working with a passionate team committed to supporting families across Hamilton County.

About the Internship:

Each year, Family Forward accepts 2–4 social work interns.

While the focus is on social work students, exceptional candidates from other disciplines may be considered on a limited basis.

Key Responsibilities:

Interns will be immersed in a wide range of activities, including:

- Co-case management and direct client support

- Client assessments -and documentation

- Data entry, tracking, and reporting

- Supporting grant applications and program reports

- Attending community and networking meetings

- Representing Family Forward at outreach events

- Assisting with support groups and parent-focused programming

- Sorting donations and helping with event preparation

- Participating in training opportunities (e.g., car seat technician certification, if available)

What We’re Looking For: Current BSW or MSW students with strong communication and organizational skills. Interest in working with diverse populations and family-centered services. Ability to work independently and collaboratively.  Commitment to learning and growing as a professional. 

What You’ll Gain:

- Hands-on experience in social work practice

- Individual and group supervision from experienced professionals.

- Professional networking opportunities across the region

- Exposure to outreach, grant writing, and data-informed programming

- Optional specialized trainings (e.g., car seat safety certification, if offered)

Adopt-a-Park is a new initiative from the City of Chattanooga Department of Parks and Outdoors designed to foster community partnerships that enhance our parks and greenways. This program offers corporate and civic groups a unique opportunity to directly impact the environmental and aesthetic quality of Chattanooga's outdoor spaces.

Through Adopt-a-Park, businesses and community organizations can play an active and vital role in improving our city's park system, ensuring these cherished areas remain beautiful and healthy for everyone to enjoy.

If you're interested and would like to learn more, please sign up for this opportunity and our Volunteer Coordinator will be in touch.

We are looking for volunteers to help with our open hours at our free store. Volunteers would accept and process donations, help shoppers check in, and generally keep the store tidy. It's a relaxed environment with fun people. 

We currently need volunteers Monday and Thursday evenings from 6-8pm, Tuesday and Saturdays from 11am-1pm, and Sundays at 3pm. Come help us out!

 We love individuals and groups! Feel free to reach out via email with any questions (info@chattfreestore.org)

Sign up here: Volunteer Sign Up

Serve as a Childcare volunteer during our Thriving Thursday event! Each week, The Momentum Network hosts dinner and a workshop session for solo-parenting college students. Childcare volunteers allow moms to enjoy intentional time with each other, knowing that their children are being safely cared for and having a fun evening. 

Hi there! Are you looking for a hands-on way to make a difference? The Signal Center's Kitchen Team is looking for a dependable volunteer to help out a few mornings each week!

Location: Big Sig Kitchen

Time: 2–3 days per week, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM  

Start Date: As soon as possible

Volunteer Role: We’re looking for one volunteer to assist with simple but essential kitchen tasks such as: Running the dish machine, Setting up meal carts, Dividing snacks. This support allows our staff to focus more directly on prepping and serving hot meals. No special skills required—just a willingness to help and a positive attitude!

Looking for a meaningful way to give back to the Chattanooga community and build team camaraderie? Your corporate or civic group can make a real difference by partnering with Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors on a community project!

We always have projects available and can accommodate groups of nearly any size, from a minimum of 5 to a maximum of 50 volunteers. Larger groups are accepted on a case-by-case basis. We offer a variety of hands-on opportunities tailored to different interests and skill levels. Common tasks include painting, litter removal, invasive plant removal, spreading mulch, planting trees, and more. Whether your team is passionate about environmental conservation, or enhancing public spaces, we have a project that will align with your group's interests and values.

Why participate?

Team Building: Strengthen bonds and boost morale as you work together towards a common goal in the beautiful outdoors.

Community Impact: Contribute directly to initiatives that improve the lives of our neighbors and the well-being of Chattanooga's parks and natural areas.

Brand Visibility: Showcase your organization's commitment to corporate social responsibility right here in your community.

Customized Experience: We'll work with you to find a project that fits your group's availability, size, and preferences.

Ready to make a difference?

Register your corporate or civic group today and embark on a rewarding volunteer experience that benefits everyone! After you register, our volunteer coordinator will reach out with more details to help you find the perfect project to engage your team and create lasting positive change in Chattanooga.

If you speak Spanish, Arabic, Dinka, or Swahili we need volunteers to interpret for clients.

All volunteers must complete a background check and a one hour orientation at our office conducted by the volunteer manager.

Are you interested in working with refugees? Help newly arriving refugees learn and practice English. No prior ESL teaching or tutoring experience needed - we will provide you with some resources to help get you started! Bridge Refugee Services is a local refugee resettlement agency in Chattanooga, TN. We aim to empower refugees to rebuild their lives and integrate into their new communities. Visit our website at bridgerefugees.org or contact volunteermanager@bridgerefugees.org to learn more. 

If you have a vehicle and could assist a refugee with important appointment transportation, grocery shopping, cultural lessons, or recreational outings, please consider joining our volunteer team! Bridge Refugee Services is a local refugee resettlement agency in Chattanooga, TN. We aim to empower refugees to rebuild their lives and integrate into their new communities. Visit our website or email us to learn more: bridgerefugeeservices.org - volunteermanager@bridgerefugeeservices.org 

Are you looking for a long-term and meaningful volunteer opportunity? Volunteer with Bridge Refugee Services and become a youth mentor!

Help newcomer youths in the Chattanooga community work towards their educational, vocational, and personal goals. Volunteer mentors will be paired with a youth between the ages of 15 and 24. Each volunteer will work with their mentee for a period of 6 months, meeting for 4 hours every month, to help them accomplish their goals and better integrate into the Chattanooga community. Our mentoring program is a long-term opportunity where volunteers can make a profound impact on a young person’s life, form a meaningful relationship, and learn more about the resettlement process.

Requirements: 

21 years or older

Complete volunteer orientation (1.5 hours), background check, mentor interview, and mentor program training (2 hours) 

Meet with mentee for 4 hours a month for a 6 month period 

Submit weekly online reports 

Communicate regularly with program coordinator and conduct monthly check-in calls 

Attend optional monthly mentor meet-ups and quarterly group events

If you have any questions, please reach out to our program coordinator Sarah Pedersen via email: spedersen@bridgerefugees.org.

Once a week

We’re looking for Volunteers to cut fallen trees. Please bring any tools or equipment you may need, as they will not be provided.

Please use the link to view availability and information. 

https://chattfoundation.galaxydigital.com/agency/detail/?agency_id=169001

Email us at volunteer@chattfoundation.org for any questions.

Please use the link to view availability and information. 

https://chattfoundation.galaxydigital.com/agency/detail/?agency_id=169002

Email us at volunteer@chattfoundation.org for any questions.

Please use the link to view availability and information. 

https://chattfoundation.galaxydigital.com/agency/detail/?agency_id=169072

Email us at volunteer@chattfoundation.org for any questions.

All donations can be brought to our main entrance at 727 E. 11th St. 

View monthly needs! 

For questions, please email us at kitchen@chattfoundation.org

Please use the link to view availability and information. 

https://chattfoundation.galaxydigital.com/agency/detail/?agency_id=169074

Email us at volunteer@chattfoundation.org for any questions.

Please use the link to view availability and information.

https://chattfoundation.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1096499

Email us at volunteer@chattfoundation.org for any questions.

Please use the link to view availability and information.

https://chattfoundation.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1096479

Email us at volunteer@chattfoundation.org for any questions.