"The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others."
- Mahatma Gandhi

Volunteer with us

Volunteers are essential to the continued success of Fannie Battle. Whether you choose to support our community through service days, donation drives, monetary support, singing in our historic 108 years of Caroling for Kids, or other creative ventures – your partnership is vital.

We are looking forward to welcoming you as part of our Fannie Battle Family!

Current center needs

In 2025, Caroling for Kids will celebrate its 109th year as a treasured Nashville tradition. The fundraiser runs annually December 1st – 24th and Caroling Groups assemble to serenade neighborhoods in and around Nashville to raise money for Fannie Battle Day Home. Groups, on average, have raised $30,000-$35,000 in the last 5+ years, which makes this our most successful, volunteer-run fundraiser.

Being a part of Caroling for Kids is EASY and FUN! We provide the information, the materials, and the training- all we ask of you is a willingness to assemble your friends and sing!

* You can’t wait for the holidays
* You love people
* You are organized
* You are a natural leader
* You love to have fun
* You want to make a difference in their neighborhoods and in Nashville by supporting Fannie Battle Day Home

 

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Individuals

All the individual opportunities listed require a minimum of one hour, with an on-going commitment of at least two visits per month. We encourage volunteers to dedicate their time to one classroom, however volunteers are able to use their time in other classrooms, if desired. A 30 minute tour and orientation is required prior to volunteering with us. Volunteers must be 18 years or older. 

Volunteers will spend time interacting with babies through play, tummy-time, reading, and assisting teachers with lessons and other needed duties during their visit.

Details
9:00a – 4:30p, with a minimum of one hour per week
Monday through Friday

Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.

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Classroom volunteers will assist teachers with lesson plans and classroom upkeep, as well engage with children through reading and center play.

Details:
9:00a – 11:00a and/or 3:30p – 5:30p with a minimum of one hour per week.
Monday through Friday

Must be able to lift over 40 lbs
*Lunch and nap are from 11:00a – 3:00p. 

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  • 3:30 – 5:30p, Monday through Friday, with a minimum of 1 hour September through May.
  • Help children with homework – ages 5 years to 12 years

 

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  • 9a – 5p, Monday through Friday, with a minimum of 1 hour June through August.
  • Center-play, assist teachers with lessons, read, attend enrichment field-trips and more.

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Corporate Engagement

Corporate involvement opportunities at Fannie Battle vary to allow companies flexibility based on their needs, while having a meaningful contribution to our organization. Activities range from on or off-site team building projects, such as weekend meal kit assembly, or specific on-site assignments like playground beautification or in-classroom projects.

Civic Groups

Whether you belong to a scouting group, service club, or church group, we have opportunities for you.

  • On-site center projects outside maintenance, painting, cleaning, etc.
  • Classroom assistance read and engage with children, assist teachers, etc.
  • Donation drives & fundraisers weekend food bags, home goods baskets, assemble a caroling group, etc.

Items of note for groups (school, church, scouts, etc.)

  • Must be local
  • Ages 13+, with chaperones (for in-classroom opportunities)
  • Monday through Friday from 9:00a – 11:00a (for in-classroom opportunities)
  • Max attendance 15 individuals