Needs From: United Way's Volunteer Center

Assist with trimming back and removing overgrown bushes located behind the shelter. This project was started during last year's Day of Caring and requires continued attention. The vegetation has grown significantly and is beginning to reach nearby electrical lines, creating a potential safety hazard. Volunteers will help improve safety, visibility, and the overall appearance of the shelter grounds.

Assist with cleaning and removing graffiti from exterior building signs and other affected areas around the shelter. This project will help create a more welcoming, professional, and dignified environment for survivors and families seeking services while improving the overall appearance of the facility and community presence. This is a painting project. Items needed for this project will be provided. 

Volunteers will need to bring the appropriate tools and equipment necessary to complete the projects, including items such as bush trimming and removal tools, work gloves, and other applicable hand tools.

Please where comfortable clothes that you do not mind getting dirty and closed to shoes. Bring a refillable water bottle, sun screen and hat if you require protection from the sun.

Join us for a rewarding day of environmental stewardship as we work together to clear invasive plant species (privet, english ivy, honeysuckle, etc) spread mulch on the trail, and do some early fall planting of our beautiful Sylvan Park Bird Sanctuary. This vital work helps restore native habitat for local bird populations and ensures the park remains a thriving space for wildlife and the community.

What to Expect:
Volunteers will assist with removing invasive plants, which may involve digging, pulling, and hauling debris. Some heavy lifting may be required, but tasks will be assigned based on comfort and ability levels. No prior experience is necessary—just a willingness to get your hands dirty and make a difference!

Parking:
Free parking is available at the main Sylvan Park entrance located along Franklin Street (Please do not block neighbor driveways)  Spots may be limited. Car Pooling is encouraged. Overflow parking will be to parallel park on Forest Street near Noll. Look for the Day of Caring signs and volunteer check-in table.

What to Wear:
Please wear long pants and sturdy closed-toe shoes or boots. We recommend clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Gloves will be provided.

Tools Provided:
We will supply a few  weed wrenches, trash bags, and gloves. Feel free to bring your own gloves or favorite hand tools (trimmer, shovels, weed wrench) if you prefer.

Bathrooms:

Please note, there is NO bathroom on site at the park. Closest public restroom is at Publix Grocery Store on Market Street.

Additional Reminders:

Bring a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the day.

Apply sunscreen and insect repellent as needed, especially if it’s sunny.

A brief safety talk and orientation will kick off the event at 9:00 AM sharp.

Let’s make a positive impact together—see you at Sylvan Park!

The Momentum Network is excited to participate in United Way's Day of Caring on September 18th, and we need your help prepping meals for moms in our program! As our student-moms attend class, study, work, and care for their kiddos, having ready-made, homecooked meals takes a huge weight off their shoulders. We'd love for you to join us in supporting Momentum Network and learning more about how we're empowering moms in college to build bright futures for their families.

Meal Prep

Cook meals and prep to freeze

Clean up kitchen space after use

What to Expect/Bring: 

Please wear comfortable clothes suitable for cooking. While we have basic kitchen supplies, our resources are limited- so if you're able, feel free to bring items like measuring cups, measuring spoons, cutting boards, and any other essentials you might find helpful. If you're a team lead signing up for your team, please communicate with your team what you're signing up for so that your team can be prepared. 

Parking: 

Parking is available in the gravel lot located behind 110 O'Neal St. We will have signs out to help guide you. 

The Momentum Network is excited to participate in United Way's Day of Caring on September 18th, and we need your help to freshen up our campus! Your support will create a clean and safe space for the moms and babies we serve. We'd love for you to join us in supporting Momentum Network and learning more about how we're empowering moms in college to build bright futures  for their families.

Campus Cleanup Need

Pick up trash in our village

Painting

Clean playground equipment

Vacuum, sweep, and mop community spaces

Clean and pressure wash porches

What to Wear & Bring: 

Please wear comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. If you have them, bring gardening gloves, protective eyewear, and a pressure washer. If you're a team lead signing up for your team, please communicate with your team what you're signing up for so that your team can be prepared. 

Parking: 

About Reflection Riding: Reflection Riding is a local nonprofit -part public park, part nature center, part wild lands, and all outdoor learning. Reflection Riding restores the vital connection between people and nature. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to experience nature, regardless of where they live or their economic status.

Volunteer Details: Volunteers will help paint our Native Plant Nursery Potting Shed. Tasks may include light prep work and painting. Volunteers may need to stand on some short ladders. 

Additional Details 

The Momentum Network is excited to participate in United Way's Day of Caring on April 17th, and we need your help to plant our community garden! Your support will create a beautiful corner of our campus for moms and babies to enjoy. Kids in our daycare will get to help tend for the garden, and moms will have access to fresh veggies for their families from the garden. We'd love for you to join us in supporting Momentum Network and learning more about how we're empowering moms in college to build bright futures for their families. 

Garden Planting

Clean old plants out of garden beds

Plant fresh flowers and vegetables

Pull weeds from other spots on our campus

What to Wear & Bring

Please wear comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting dirty. If you have them, bring gardening gloves and gardening tools (shovel, trowel, etc.). If you're a team lead signing up for your team, please communicate with your team what you're signing up for so that your team can be prepared. 

Parking

Parking is located in the gravel lot behind 110 O'Neal St. We will have signs out to help guide you.

Project Description

Volunteers will assist with refreshing our shared conference space by:

Why This Project Matters

Our conference room is a shared space where we welcome community partners, volunteers, donors, and other guests. Refreshing this space will create a more professional, welcoming environment for meetings and collaborations. As a small team, we greatly appreciate volunteer support in completing this project, allowing us to focus more of our resources on serving our community.

What to Wear

Please wear comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting a little paint on. Closed-toe shoes are recommended for safety.

What to Bring

No supplies are needed—all project materials and equipment will be provided.

Parking & Arrival Information
Please park at our main office- 4505 Brainerd Rd

About Reflection Riding: Reflection Riding is a local nonprofit -part public park, part nature center, part wild lands, and all outdoor learning. Reflection Riding restores the vital connection between people and nature. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to experience nature, regardless of where they live or their economic status.

Volunteer Details: Support our Native Plant Program by volunteering in our nursery area. Tasks may include starting seeds, caring for baby plants, beautifying the nursery gardens, cleaning pots, restocking the sales area, and assisting with special infrastructure projects. Projects change based on weather and the needs of our plants—specific details will be shared the week of the event. Volunteers should be comfortable walking, standing, squatting, and lifting up to 15 pounds. With advance notice, some seated tasks can be arranged. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone curious about native plants, eager to learn about local ecosystems, or simply looking to enjoy a nice morning outdoors.

Please bring/wear: Closed-toe shoes, water bottle, gardening gloves (we have some to share), and long handled shovels(we also have some to share).

All participants will fill out a waiver onsite 

Parking: You'll park and meet at the Welcome Center 

Get ready to make a tangible difference in our city's parks! This Day of Caring, we're embarking on an exciting project: building brand new A-frame pavilions for everyone to enjoy. Imagine park-goers relaxing in their hammocks, strung up beneath structures you helped create – that's the impact you can have!

We need six teams of 4-5 dedicated volunteers to bring these pavilions to life. Don't worry about cutting wood; our staff will have all the pieces pre-cut and ready to go. Your role will be the assembly, transforming pre-fab materials into fabulous new park amenities.

Here's what you need to know:

What we're building: A-frame structures for hammocks in city parks.

Your role: Assembling pre-cut wooden components.
Where to park: In the gravel lot in front of the park (in the red circle). Secondary parking by the road (in the yellow square).

Project location: Concrete pad in the center of the park.

What to bring: Your own reusable water bottle (we'll have water available too!), closed-toed shoes, and a can-do attitude! If you have the following tools, feel free to bring them with you! The City of Chattanooga does not allow volunteers to use city-owned power tools and ladders. 

- Cordless hammer drill with T-25 star bit

- 6' ladder

- 3/4" open ended socket

- Hammer

Join us for a rewarding day of teamwork and community spirit. Your efforts will provide comfortable and inviting spaces for countless residents to enjoy our beautiful parks for years to come. Let's build something great together!

Are you ready to lend a hand and help us create these fantastic new additions to our parks? Sign up and we will send you more info!

Help improve the outdoor space at Chattanooga Room in the Inn by preparing and re-staining the deck. Volunteers will assist with scraping loose stain, sanding rough areas, cleaning the deck surface, and applying a fresh coat of stain to help protect the wood and create a welcoming outdoor area for guests.

Volunteer Information

Thank you for helping make Chattanooga Room in the Inn a more welcoming place for our residents!

Spend a morning outdoors with our Urban Farm Manager helping us bring in one of the season's biggest harvests--sweet potatoes!

Stage One: Volunteers will work together to clear approximately 500 square feet of sweet potato vines, dig up the potatoes, and prepare this section of our farm for its next season of growth.

Stage Two: After the potatoes have been gathered, the team will turn over the soil and prepare the field for planting fall greens.

THE DETAILS

Materials & Supplies: we will provide the tools and gloves, but if you have some that you like to use on your own garden, please feel free to bring and use those.

Parking: Volunteers may park in the paved lot at the end of our building or along the street.

A LITTLE MORE ABOUT "THE BETH"

The Bethlehem Center's story began with two women who saw a need in South Chattanooga and decided to do something about it. In 1920, Miriam Brock started a children's Bible study in a church basement. The ministry grew into a daycare and kindergarten and moved into a building called Wesley House. About a decade later, Reverend Sallie Crenshaw, the first African American woman ordained in this region of the United Methodist Church, began leading Bible studies and caring for children whose parents were working. Her ministry became known as Good Shepherd Fold Daycare.

As the years passed, the two women saw both their ministries and their impact on the community grow. Over time, Mrs. Brock and Reverend Crenshaw merged their ministries, and in 1960, The Bethlehem Center opened its doors on West 38th Street. More than 100 years after Miriam Brock's first Bible study in a church basement, it continues to serve children...as well as families and individuals throughout Chattanooga.

To learn more about The Bethlehem Center's current programs and an overview of our community initieaves, check out this recent article in the Chattanooga Pulse.

For 35 years, Assistive Technology (AT) Services, a program of Signal Centers, has worked to eliminate barriers by empowering individuals with disabilities to navigate a technology-driven world with greater independence. Assistive technology includes any tool or device that enhances independence and improves quality of life.  

As AT approaches its 35th anniversary, we are seeking volunteers to help refresh and revitalize the center in celebration of this milestone!   With a little TLC, we can ensure the space reflects the innovation and empowerment that define the program’s impact.  

Some volunteer tasks for this project may include:     

Our recommended group size for this project is 5-7 volunteers.

Volunteers are encouraged to wear sunscreen, comfortable, non-restrictive clothing and closed-toe shoes. Please choose attire that you don’t mind getting a little messy. Moderate lifting may be required for certain tasks.

While water will be available, volunteers are welcome to bring their own water bottle if preferred.

Assistive Technology Services is located at 2300 Bailey Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37404. Parking is available on-site, though space may be limited. Carpooling is encouraged when possible.

Tasks may be subject to change depending on the weather; should a change in task or location be needed, it will be communicated ahead of time.

Thank you so much for considering our project, as well as your support of Assistive Technology Services!

About Reflection Riding: Reflection Riding is a local nonprofit -part public park, part nature center, part wild lands, and all outdoor learning. Reflection Riding restores the vital connection between people and nature. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to experience nature, regardless of where they live or their economic status.

Volunteer Details: Land Management volunteers will get hands-on experience helping restore our native ecosystem by preparing a meadow for a prescribed burn. Volunteers will prepare firebreaks and help with brush removal. It may take place on uneven terrain. Come ready to work, learn, and make a real impact outdoors!

Please bring/wear: Closed-toe/sturdy shoes and long pants; water bottle and gardening gloves (we also have some to share)

Gloves, eye protection, and other safety gear will be provided.

All participants will fill out the waiver onsite

Parking: You'll meet at the Welcome Center at Reflection Riding

Help us remove invasive plant species such as kudzu, privet, Japanese honeysuckle, bittersweet, English ivy and many others from the banks of Reads Creek for Day of Caring! Learn how to identify invasive plant species, how to effectively remove them and help us restore the Reads Creek riparian buffer in our 5th season of this restoration project! Removing invasive species is essential for restoring native habitat and prepping our creeks for streambank repair workshops. WaterWays will have gloves and tools available, but feel free to bring your own gear! Gear such as loppers, gloves, hand saws, eye protection, closed toed shoes, sunscreen, water bottle and a hat are suggested. Please note, this event can involve lifting up to 30 - 40 lbs of brush. 

What We'll Be Doing

This volunteer day is all about transforming our new space into a welcoming community grocery store. Volunteers will help:

Whether you can give a few hours or stay all day, your work will have a direct impact on families throughout our community. No special experience is needed—just comfortable clothes, closed-toe shoes, and a willingness to lend a hand. Together, we're building a place where everyone can access healthy food with dignity.

The Hosanna Community is looking for 30 total volunteers to help with our on-going beautification efforts on our campus. Specifically, the volunteers will most likely be broken up into three small groups to complete this project.

Volunteers should wear closed-toe shoes, long pants and attire they do not mind getting dirty. If weather becomes a concern, all volunteers may be asked to help lead an activity with residents and/or to help with deep cleaning within the facilities/homes.

Supplies/tools (including gloves) to complete the service project will be provided, but any donation of items would be greatly appreciated. Water will be available, but we recommend bringing your own water bottle. Limited sunscreen and bug spray will also be available. Lunch will not be available due to the duration of the day.

Parking is available on-site, but further instructions will be provided closer to the Day of Caring.

Questions, comments, or concerns should be directed to Executive Director Daniel Grzesik at dgrzesik@hosanna-community.org or (423)870-6880.

Food distribution is a hands-on volunteer activity. Volunteers assist iwith the distribution of food to our neighbors . Other activities could also include assisting with stocking shelves, unloading and moving food, sorting and bagging, and cleaning up. This volunteer activity can require some lifting (a maximum of 30lbs.) and regular movement.

**TO VOLUNTEER AT THIS EVENT, YOU MUST ALSO SIGN UP THROUGH THE CAFB VOLUNTEER PORTAL. ONCE YOU SIGN UP THROUGH THIS UNITED WAY PAGE, THE CAFB VOLUNTEER MANAGER WILL EMAIL YOU THIS EVENTS'S LINK SO YOU CAN CREATE A VOLUNTEER ACCOUNT AND REGISTER TO VOLUNTEER*

"FLEET VEHICLE WASH" Help us make sure our logos on our vehicles shine brightly when our drivers deliver food to fight food insecurities in the 20 counties we serve.

**TO VOLUNTEER AT THIS EVENT, YOU MUST ALSO SIGN UP THROUGH THE CAFB VOLUNTEER PORTAL. ONCE YOU SIGN UP THROUGH THIS UNITED WAY PAGE, THE CAFB VOLUNTEER MANAGER WILL EMAIL YOU THIS EVENTS'S LINK SO YOU CAN CREATE A VOLUNTEER ACCOUNT AND REGISTER TO VOLUNTEER*

Groups needed to trim trees and cut down brush. You will need to provide your own trimming equipment. We are on 17 acres, so gas and battery powered chainsaws and trimmers are best. Loppers can also be helpful for smaller limbs. We have gloves and safety glasses available to use.

Chambliss Center for Children is a non-profit organization established in 1872. Our mission is to enrich the lives of children, youth, and families by providing transformative programs and support services to meet the evolving needs of our community. We specialize in foster care, adoptions, residential care of youth, early childhood education, and childcare.

Join SORBA Chattanooga and Booker T. Washington State Park for the United Way’s Day of Caring as we team up to protect and preserve one of Chattanooga’s beloved trail systems!

We’ll be working together to remove invasive plant species from the park’s Nature Trail, helping to maintain the health of the native ecosystem and ensure the trail remains beautiful and accessible for hikers, bikers, and nature lovers.

No prior experience is necessary!
All tools will be provided on-site, along with instruction and guidance from experienced trail stewards. Lunch will be provided afterwards to all volunteers.

What to Bring & Wear:

About SORBA Chattanooga:
SORBA Chattanooga is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building, maintaining, and advocating for sustainable multi-use trails across the greater Chattanooga region. We work closely with partners and land managers like Booker T. Washington State Park to care for public lands, promote responsible trail use, expand access to outdoor recreation, and build a thriving trail community through volunteer workdays, group rides, education programs, and advocacy.

Let’s roll up our sleeves and make a difference—together!

Questions? Contact info@sorbachattanooga.org.

Help us give the AIM Center Clubhouse a fresh, welcoming appearance! Volunteers will work together to refresh our landscaping by spreading mulch, removing dead plants, trimming shrubs and low-hanging branches, weeding, and completing other light outdoor beautification tasks. This is a great hands-on project that makes an immediate impact for our members and visitors. Bringing your own gardening gloves and tools (rakes, pruning shears, shovels, etc.) is highly encouraged.

We'll provide water and snacks to keep you fueled! Volunteer paperwork for AIM Center must be completed for approval.

Join East Ridge High School for a morning of service to help improve spaces used by our faculty and students. Volunteers will assist with cleaning, painting, and light facility improvement projects throughout the school.

As a wall-to-wall CTE and Future Ready school, we are committed to excellence, innovation, belonging, and preparing every Pioneer to thrive. We strive to provide clear, practical expectations that help us work consistently, protect instructional time, and keep students safe. We aim to ensure that every adult and student understand what strong supervision, communication, instruction, and follow-through look like at East Ridge High School.  

1. Kitchen Remodel - this kitchen is used by faculty everyday and students on Fridays for our student popcorn Friday celebrations.  We use these celebrations to reinforce positive behaviors that include expressing professional, polite, and productive behaviors.

Removing all dishes from cabinets, light sanding, painting cabinets/ boarder, cleaning & organizing.

2. Wood Workshop – Lifting Level: Light to Moderate

Volunteers may be asked to move small furniture, supplies, or equipment weighing up to approximately 25 pounds. This shop is used by students daily; however, years of accumulated materials and leftover supplies from previous courses and teachers have created a need for organization. Thorough cleaning and decluttering are essential to create a safe, functional, and efficient learning environment for students.

Abilities:
Standing for extended periods
Reaching and bending
Light to moderate lifting

Supervision:
A designated East Ridge High School representative will be on-site throughout the project to provide direction, safety guidance, and project oversight.

Tools & Materials
East Ridge High School will provide:
Paint and painting supplies
Sandpaper
Cleaning supplies
Trash bags
Gloves (limited quantity)

Water will be provided for all volunteers.

Parking
Volunteers may park in either:
The front parking lot, or rear parking lot behind the school
Attire
Wear comfortable clothing that can get dirty or stained.
Closed-toe shoes are required.
Volunteers may wish to bring a hat for outdoor travel between buildings.

Accessibility
The work areas are located inside the school and are accessible through building entrances. Accommodations can be discussed with the site supervisor prior to the event.

WaterWays will partner with our friends at Enterprise South Nature Park for the 2026 Fall Day of Caring event.

Volunteers will assist park staff in creating the Haunted Maze for Enterprise South’s annual Too Cute to Spook Halloween Event by securing large plastic sheets to wooden structures and decorating the trails with festive Halloween décor, such as faux spider webs and other family-friendly decorations.

The Too Cute to Spook event welcomes thousands of community members each year, providing families with a fun opportunity to connect with the outdoors while learning more about Enterprise South Nature Park and the natural spaces available throughout our community.

Volunteers are asked to bring a hammer and work gloves. Participants should wear closed-toe shoes and dress in light, comfortable layers appropriate for outdoor work. We also strongly recommend bringing bug spray and sunscreen.

The volunteer shift will take place from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with lunch provided by WaterWays around noon. In the event of inclement weather, the project will be rescheduled to a later date.

Thank you for helping us create a fun and memorable experience for families across our community!

What We'll Be Doing

This volunteer day is all about transforming our new space into a welcoming community grocery store. Volunteers will help pick up from where the morning shift ended:

Whether you can give a few hours or stay all day, your work will have a direct impact on families throughout our community. No special experience is needed—just comfortable clothes, closed-toe shoes, and a willingness to lend a hand. Together, we're building a place where everyone can access healthy food with dignity.

Our school library has officially moved to its new home, and we need a team of wonderful volunteers to help turn this space into a warm, inviting haven for our students and teachers! How you can help:

Additional Details: 

Help beautify Red Bank Middle School! Volunteers will tackle a mix of painting inside the building and grounds work outside, think a refreshed office space, weeded flower beds, and pressure-washed sidewalks and windows.

The mission of Northside Neighborhood House is to uplift and empower our neighbors. For over 100 years, how we've accomplished that mission has evolved to meet our community's changing needs. Today it includes our network of 10 Community Schools, direct assistance with rent, utilities, and everyday needs, and newer long-term programming like Rooted Together. Your work helps make Red Bank Middle a brighter place for the students and families who call it their school community.

Lifting level: light

Parking: Park in the visitor spaces within the Red Bank Middle School lot and enter through the main doors.

What to Wear: Closed-toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty or painted.

What to Bring: Water bottle, sunscreen.

Supplies: All tools will be provided for painting and cleaning. If you have a pressure washer you're comfortable bringing, it would help move things along.

Help beautify Red Bank Elementary! Volunteers will tackle a mix of light landscaping, painting, organizing, and cleaning around campus to freshen things up as the school year gets rolling.

The mission of Northside Neighborhood House is to uplift and empower our neighbors. For over 100 years, how we've accomplished that mission has evolved to meet our community's changing needs. Today it includes our network of 10 Community Schools, direct assistance with rent, utilities, and everyday needs, and newer long-term programming like Rooted Together.

Your work helps make Red Bank Elementary a brighter place for the students, teachers, and families who are a part of the school community.

Lifting level: light-moderate
Parking: Visitor spots available in the school lot. Enter through the main doors.
What to Wear: Closed-toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting dirty.
What to Bring: Water bottle, sunscreen.
Supplies: All tools will be provided. If you have basic cleaning and/or gardening supplies you're comfortable bringing, that would be beneficial but is not required!

Project Description
Help our Resource Center prepare for the upcoming winter season by transitioning our boutique from warm-weather to cold-weather clothing. Volunteers will assist with retrieving winter clothing from storage, removing summer items from the boutique floor, and folding, hanging, organizing, and storing clothing to create a welcoming shopping experience for the families we serve.

Why This Project Matters
Our Resource Center boutique provides families with access to free clothing throughout the year. Preparing the boutique with seasonally appropriate clothing ensures families can find the items they need to stay warm during the colder months. Your support helps us keep the space organized, efficient, and ready to serve our community with dignity and care.

Volunteer Attire
Please wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes appropriate for lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.

What to Bring
No supplies are needed. Just bring yourself and a willingness to help!

Parking & Arrival Information
Please park at our main office- 4505 Brainerd Rd

Help spruce up Hixson High's campus! Volunteers will pressure wash the football stadium bleachers (home and visitor sides) and the sidewalks around the building, with time permitting to tidy up the back field too.

The mission of Northside Neighborhood House is to uplift and empower our neighbors. For over 100 years, how we've accomplished that mission has evolved to meet our community's changing needs — today it includes our network of 10 Community Schools, direct assistance with rent, utilities, and everyday needs, and newer long-term programming like Rooted Together.

Your work helps make Hixson High a source of pride for the students, teachers, and families who are a part of the school community.

Lifting level: Moderate (handling pressure washing equipment)

Parking: Available in the school lot. Enter through the main doors.

What to Wear: Closed-toe shoes and clothes you don't mind getting wet or dirty.

What to Bring: Water bottle, sunscreen, gas-powered pressure washer if possible.

Supplies: Gas-powered pressure washers needed as the stadium is too large for power cords. A volunteer group that can bring its own is a big help.