Spring Volunter Guide

The 2026 Spring Volunteer Guide is LIVE.

Find local volunteer opportunities from festivals and events to food distribution, youth programs, and community cleanups.

Whether you’re an individual seeking a fulfilling opportunity, a family teaching your children the importance of giving back, a group hoping to gather friends for a fun experience, or a corporation interested in making an impact, we have volunteer opportunities to fit your needs.

Check out the Spring Volunteer Guide
Volunteer Spring Guide 2026

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We Love Our Volunteers!

"Ashlyn has been volunteering with Friends of Literacy for several years now, and she is always willing to help. She works one-on-one with students, helps label books, assemble packets, and even fundraise through her classes at UT. We love her commitment to improving literacy in our community."
Kristin YarnellProgram Director, Friends of Literacy
Kristin Yarnell
"Nate, Katie and their four children started volunteering with For the Love of Reading as a way to do something meaningful in the community together. They have been serving for six years, and they have been a wonderful addition to our team. Our organization is better off because of their consistent investment in literacy."
Esther BennettProgram Coordinator, For the Love of Reading
Esther Bennett
"Linda was recently selected as the Lakeway CASA Volunteer of the Year for 2024. She always goes above and beyond for children and families she serves."
Kelley WilliamsExecutive Director, Lakeway CASA
Kelley Williams
"Stephanie has volunteered in many capacities throughout the past 15 years, from tutoring students to preparing and serving many meals to the 240 at-risk students we serve."
Holly KizerAssistant Development Coordinator, THRIVE
Holly Kizer
"Catherine is an invaluable volunteer at InterFaith Health Center. Specializing in gynecology, her expertise in this field is crucial for our female patients. Her warm demeanor and strong work ethic make her a beloved member of our team."
Kelly MainorAssistant Director, Development and Public Relations, InterFaith Health Center
Kelly Mainor
"Chuck and Lizzie wake up before the sun rises to serve breakfast to guests at KARM five days a week. They build relationships with guests, staff and volunteers. They truly care about our guests and do everything they can to bring a smile and some laughter to their lives."
Celia LivelyDirector of Volunteer Relations, Knox Area Rescue Ministries
Celia Lively
"Kelley and Stella are regular volunteers at Dogwood Elementary School. They are pros when it comes to anything outdoors, and they are an amazing source of information when we have questions. Their dedication Dogwood is what Community Schools is all about."
Haley EngelmanDogwood Elementary Community Schools Site Coordinator
Haley Engelman
"Dr. Penniman goes above and beyond to help the underserved in Knoxville access comprehensive, affordable healthcare. In addition to volunteering, he has encouraged hundreds of other physicians to donate their time.
Kelly MainorAssistant Director, Development and Public Relations, InterFaith Health Center
Kelly Mainor

About Volunteer East Tennessee

Volunteer East Tennessee (VETN) is a program of the United Way of Greater Knoxville. It serves as the region’s volunteer center, a match-maker between community volunteers and nonprofit organizations. Local volunteers have the ability to choose from over 200 organizations with posted needs to serve their community. Click here to get started as a nonprofit partner or volunteer.

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