Volunteer Opportunities
Download our Volunteer Application and return by mail or email to Abby Sasser: Volunteer Application
Receptionist Volunteers Needed - Great Networking!
The administrative office on Woodmont needs volunteers to help answer phones and direct visitors. Tuesday and Thursday morning (8:30-10:00am) shift is currently available.
**Great way to meet people and help a dynamic not-for-profit organization.
Adult Education:
Free GED® preparation classes are offered at five sites around Nashville. Our class curriculum emphasizes literacy for life. Through it, we teach the life-changing knowledge and skills necessary for adults to reach their goals and be fully engaged - at work, at home and in their communities. We have an immediate need for a volunteer tutor on Thursday evenings from 6-8 P.M. at our Woodmont Blvd. class. Other volunteer opportunities available weekday mornings, afternoons, evenings and Saturday mornings include:
Reception: answer basic questions about our program, direct students, field and return information calls related to Adult Education.
Classroom Assistant: Help Adult Basic Education instructors in the classroom as needed. Assist students during lessons and help answer questions concerning assignments.
Tutor: One-on-one or small group assistance for adult students in basic math, social studies, science and English to build skills and/or prepare them for GED® testing.
Girls Inc.:
The YWCA of Nashville & Middle Tennessee is an affiliate of Girls Inc., offering girl-specific programming with a focus on leadership, pregnancy prevention, violence prevention and drug/alcohol prevention. Girls Inc. inspires girls to be strong, smart and bold through research based programs and advocacy that empower girls to reach their full potential and understand, value and assert their rights.
Program Assistant assist program instructors as they facilitate girls on one of the following subjects: media literacy, health and sexuality, leadership development, economic literacy and violence prevention. Must be enthusiastic, have strong interest in one of the above subjects, enjoy working with children and be dependable and committed to our mission.
Domestic Violence Center:
The YWCA Domestic Violence Program provides critical services for up to 51 women and children in shelter each day, and for women in a community setting. Services include a 24-hour crisis line (242-1199), a safe confidential shelter, legal advocacy, life skills, health services, community based support groups, children’s programs and community education. Training is required and volunteers are requested to commit to 3 to 6 months of work depending on the activity. Volunteer opportunities include:
Crisis Line/Office: Volunteers work with staff to answer crisis calls, provide telephone counseling, help callers develop a safety plan, educate the caller on domestic violence issues, offer referral resources to callers, and listen and support without judgment. The also assist with the needs of current residents in the office and help in other areas as needed. This position is for volunteers able to make a long term commitment of at least six months and are willing to work at least one four hour shift a week.
Childcare: Help guide children’s playgroups in the Center or in a community setting during mothers’ support group meetings. Duties include: Implementing age-appropriate activities, non-violent role modeling, educating children on non-violent resolution, nurturing and supportive listening, and record keeping. A minimum six-month and 4 hours per month volunteer commitment is requested.
Support Group: Childcare volunteers are needed to work outside of the center and in the community during weekday evenings while the women are educated on domestic violence issues and provided with supportive counseling. A minimum six-month and 4 hours per month volunteer commitment is requested.
Donations: Provide support with organizing the donations shed and picking up in-kind donations. Help organize donation drives and other events.
Transitional Housing: Assist in moving clients into transitional housing by picking up furniture, household items, appliances, etc. This position requires heavy lifting. Access to a truck or van is NOT required but is helpful. Availability to assist Monday - Friday during normal business hours required.
Community Outreach: Represent the YWCA at community fairs and events, and/or do public speaking on domestic violence issues at schools, businesses and civic organizations.
For more information, contact Abby Sasser, Volunteer and Donations Coordinator, at 242-1070 ext. 105 or by emailing abby.sasser@ywcanashville.com
General YWCA Needs:
Clerical Support: Administrative departments need “on-call” help with mailings and other special projects.
Special Events: Help plan and be a part of special events such as the Celebrity Auction, Academy for Women of Achievement and more.
Financial Support: During the current fiscal year, the YWCA must generate 13% of its operating budget from member contributions, community partners and grants. We depend on your support!
For more information about volunteer opportunities contact Abby Sasser