You shared your volunteer plans, and we’re spotlighting six great group volunteer opportunities for your team. With National Volunteer Week around the corner, now’s a great time to plan a company volunteer day.
- Community Resource Center welcomes group volunteers to pack hygiene kits and support special events that provide essentials to neighbors in need.
- GROW Enrichment at Two Rivers Park invites teams to participate in urban forestry, permaculture, and green‑space restoration projects that connect volunteers with nature and community stewardship. Thanks to reader Barb T. for the recommendation.
- Habitat for Humanity of Greater Nashville hosts group build days and ReStore shifts where teams can construct homes and support affordable housing projects in the region.
- Project Redesign offers volunteer experiences where groups help renovate and refresh donated items to support community programs, giving volunteers a meaningful way to help individuals and families reclaim their homes — thanks to the reader who sent in this recommendation.
- Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee gives corporate teams the chance to sort and pack food, prepare BackPacks, and support hunger‑relief efforts for neighbors across Middle Tennessee. Thanks to Brooklyn K. from BRND House for the tip.
- The Nashville Food Project invites group volunteers to tend gardens, prepare meals, and package food, giving teams a hands-on way to support community food programs and a just, sustainable food system.
Note: Most volunteer shifts are free, though some custom experiences with supplies or special setups may have a small cost and require weeks of notice. If you’re not looking to get your hands dirty, there are also plenty of ways to support these organizations through donations and partnerships.
Want even more ways to give back? Check out our list of over 50 local opportunities.
