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2026 National ALICE Summit: Keeping the Momentum Growing!
The energy in Miami this year was undeniable. More than 700 changemakers from across the country gathered January 5–7 for the 2026 National ALICE Summit, making it the largest gathering to date of leaders dedicated to building a brighter future for ALICE families....
Stepping Up When It Counts: How One Volunteer Leader Helps Power Debris Cleanup Efforts
When Winter Storm Fern hit Middle Tennessee, the scale of destruction was staggering. Neighborhoods were left covered in fallen trees, debris, and damage that will take months to clear. But as always, Hands On volunteers stepped in immediately, guided by Disaster...
Why Volunteering with VITA Matters: Bob’s Journey of Impact and Community
Every tax season, thousands of families rely on the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program to file their taxes accurately and for free. Behind this effort are dedicated volunteers who give their time and expertise to make a real difference. Bob, a long-time...
Raising Hands, Building Futures: How One Student Is Inspiring a Love of Learning
When he first heard about United Way’s Raise Your Hand Tutoring program, it wasn’t through a flyer or social media post—it was through his sister. Both were looking for ways to give back to their community, and Raise Your Hand felt like the perfect fit. “I had done a...
Stepping Up When It Counts: How One Volunteer Leader Helps Power Debris Cleanup Efforts
When Winter Storm Fern hit Middle Tennessee, the scale of destruction was staggering. Neighborhoods were left covered in fallen trees, debris, and damage that will take months to clear. But as always, Hands On volunteers stepped in immediately, guided by Disaster...
Nominations Open for 40th Annual Mary Catherine Strobel Volunteer Awards
Hands On to Honor Middle Tennessee Volunteers Hands On powered by United Way of Greater Nashville (Hands On) invites the community to nominate outstanding volunteers in Middle Tennessee for the 40th Annual Mary Catherine Strobel Volunteer Awards (Strobel Awards). The...
Stronger Schools, Brighter Futures: The Lasting Impact of 400 Power HRG Volunteers
Nearly 400 Power Home Remodeling Group (Power HRG) volunteers rolled up their sleeves in Nashville to transform three local schools. Together with Hands On powered by United Way of Greater Nashville, the team brought new life to classrooms, playgrounds, and common...
Celebrating Jackson’s Ongoing Commitment to Volunteerism and Financial Literacy
Service makes a lasting impact in our community.