We all know Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate your loved ones. But, instead of flowers and chocolates, we thought we would share a few ways you can show some love to your community with those you love. These opportunities are great for your friends, family, or that special someone!
Check out our list here:
Sort and bundle baby clothes with There With Care Middle Tennessee
When: Ongoing
Organize donations, bundle baby clothes, and help create grocery support care bags with There with Care. Spread love to new families in your community! đź‘¶đź’—
Sign up here: hon.org/opportunity/a0C5a00000eFqZGEA0
Deliver Care Packages to Families at local Children’s Hospitals
When: Ongoing
There with Care Middle Tennessee is looking for volunteers to deliver care kits to Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt and to The Children’s Hospital at TriStar Centennial. Additional training and a background check is required.
Sign up here: hon.org/opportunity/a0C5a00000eFqZaEAK
Package hygiene kits with the Community Resource Center
When: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 14
Everyone should have the ability to look and smell their best, especially on Valentine’s Day! Spend a few hours with a loved one packaging relief and hygiene kits at the CRC, which are delivered to eight counties across Middle Tennessee.
Sign up here: hon.org/opportunity/a0C5a00000iO46lEAC
Share a Hobby or Skill with the residents of Dismas House
When: Ongoing
Looking to show off a special skill with your significant other? Volunteering will surely impress them! You can share a hobby or skill together or individually with the residents of Dismas House. Activities can range from cooking a delicious meal together to singing, acting, or whatever your passion is! Activities can be shared in person or over Zoom.
Sign up here: hon.org/opportunity/a0C1H00001omHQfUAM
Food Delivery to Afghan Refugees with The Branch
When: 6 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 14
Explore Nashville with your Valentine while doing good for our neighbors in need! The Branch of Nashville is looking for volunteers to pick up pre-made boxes of food and deliver them to Afghan families at local apartment complexes.
Sign up here: hon.org/opportunity/a0C5a00000iO3tAEAS
Modify Homes for Children with Disabilities with Tucker’s House
When: Ongoing
Get your hands dirty with your Valentine by remodeling a home to meet specific needs for children with disabilities! Volunteers with construction experience are needed to help with demo, framing, trim, building ramps, and more. General volunteers are also needed to help with demolition, construction clean up, and painting.
Sign up here: hon.org/opportunity/a0C1H00001asz6nUAA
Be a friendly face and provide assistance to guests at FiftyForward
When: 9 a.m. to noon and 2 to 4:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays
FiftyForward is looking for folks to assist with their adult day services! Volunteers will greet guests as they arrive, assist with meal services, and provide socialization and one-on-one support during activities. Show some love to the older adult community and warm your own heart in the process.
Sign up here: hon.org/opportunity/a0C5a00000iO09CEAS