Volunteer
Welcoming our new neighbors takes a community, including you! We want to help match you with an opportunity that reflects your passions and experience.
Feel free to contact us with any questions at volunteer@empowernashville.org or call (615) 315-9681
Apply To Volunteer
Learn how you can support newly-arrived refugees and immigrants in Middle Tennessee by volunteering with NICE. Topics include: one-time volunteer opportunities, ongoing volunteer opportunities, volunteering for both individuals and groups, and how to host a donation drive to welcome a refugee family to their first home in the U.S.
Volunteer Opportunities
One-Time Opportunities
Assist with one-time needs such as apartment setups, shopping assistance, translation/interpretation, etc.
Ongoing Opportunities
Volunteer on a consistent basis through youth or adult education, youth mentorship, etc.
Group Volunteer Opportunities
Team up with a group of volunteers to assist in activities such as shopping and apartment set-up.
Refugee Family Mentorship
Mentors work with refugee families new to Tennessee and help them adjust to life in their new community.
Refugee Co-Sponsorship
Co-sponsorship is a service model that invites groups of 7 or more help newly-arrived refugee families integrate into life in the U.S. for a period of 9 months.
