Volunteer Activities

Blount County Community Food Connection
Responsibilities include preparation of food orders, customer service, shelf stocking, and assembly of “to go” bags. Some of my favorite experiences include leading food drives and delivering over $2,500 of items for distribution. CFC was established in 1991 to meet the food insecurities of Blount County. Committed to feeding the hungry in Blount County community. CFC provides emergency food to any Blount County resident in need. As of 2023, over 4,500 client visits each month.

Ben Atchley Veteran’s Home
Prepare gifts and visit with the residents of the Ben Atchley Veteran’s Home. The men and women who serve our country have a special place in my heart. It is my privilege to show love to the men and women who have sacrificed so much for our country.

HonorAir Knoxville
HonorAir Knoxville takes WWII, Korean and Vietnam veterans from East Tennessee to Washington, D.C. to visit the memorials built to honor their sacrifice - at no charge to the veteran. 

It is with deep  gratitude that I was able to accompany HonorAir Flight 33  as a Student Ambassador. There is way to truly express our gratitude to Veterans for their sacrifice and dedication to democracy.    HonorAir Knoxville is dedicated to honoring East Tennessee World War II, Korean War and Vietnam veterans and the sacrifices they made to ensure our freedoms. 

Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee
Sort and repackage food for distribution at the Blount County facility which distributes to local programs, such as the Blount County Community Food Connection, Kids Backpack, and the Mobile Pantry.

Keep Blount Beautiful
Pick up trash to keep the roadways of Blount County beautiful through Adopt-A-Mile which is a litter eradication program.  

Governor Lee Inauguration
Assembled gift bags and checked in approved guests for Inauguration events. Participation included the inauguration ceremony and ball. 

Senior Dementia Solutions Knoxville Neurology
01/2025– Current
Assist with creating and delivering presentations while working directly with customers to ensure they feel welcome and supported. My responsibilities include creating the clinic's social media content, helping to promote services, and conducting customer outreach. I also greet patients upon arrival, provide a friendly and compassionate first point of contact, and foster a positive environment for those seeking mental health care.

University of Tennessee Volunteer Impact Academy
08/2024 to Current
The Volunteer Impact Academy allows students to impact our community through leadership programs and undertake service to the local community. Volunteer Impact Academy members, understand what it means to be a Vol both in action and spirit, make a lasting legacy at UT.

The Academy (VIA) is an immersive four-year cohort experience designed for students that truly embody what it means to be a volunteer. As a member of the Volunteer Impact Academy, scholars will be equipped with the foundational skills to build on their personal strengths and improve our campus, local communities, and beyond. The program includes an annual scholarship, which automatically renews each year provided requirements are met.

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