Volunteer Project Catalog

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The OUTMemphis Community has 3 garden beds on the property. The vegetables grown in this garden directly support the food needs of our Community Center's food programs. We are looking for Volunteer support to run and maintain the Community Center Vegetable Garden throughout the Spring and Summer. You can contribute to the garden in several ways: donate seeds/starter plants, tilling, pruning, harvesting fruit, weeding, fertilizing, watering, and other garden chores as they arise. The Community Center can provide general gardening equipment, but you are welcome to bring your own. Volunteers for the Community Garden can contribute as much or as little as they like! This role is flexible, and if you’re interested in volunteering but need hours outside of the listed shift, please reach out so we can coordinate another time that works for you. If there are any special tools, supplies, or items you think may be needed for the garden, please let us know in advance so we can plan accordingly! If you have questions or would like to discuss alternative volunteer times, please email Christian Mays at cmays@outmemphis.org. Thank you for helping us grow a healthier, more connected community!

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The OUTMemphis Community Center offers programs and services for the LGBTQ+ Community here in the Mid-South. The center offers HIV and HepC Testing, free community meals, food pantry services, hosts social support groups, youth tutoring, and much more. A volunteering at the OUTMemphis Community Center would entail assisting staff in day to day duties of the center, which could include greeting and answering questions from guests, doing tours of the center, helping set up for programing, helping prepare meals, etc. The Community Center Volunteer would support staff in the what ever the needs are any given day.

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Help us keep our community clean and welcoming!! A clean and welcoming environment starts with all of us. We’re looking for volunteers to help keep the OUTMemphis Community Center area clean, safe, and inviting for everyone who visits. Community Cleanup is an ongoing volunteer opportunity focused on outdoor cleanup and community care. Volunteers may assist with picking up litter, removing debris, tidying outdoor spaces around the center, and helping maintain the grounds. Projects may vary from session to session based on current needs. Whether you join us for one cleanup or return for future opportunities, your support helps create a cleaner and more welcoming environment for our staff, volunteers, neighbors, and community members. Gloves, trash grabbers, and other cleanup supplies will be provided. Location: 892 S Cooper St Time: 2:00PM- 5:00PM

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We’re looking for volunteers to help make Glitz, Glam & Grits: A Brunch & Drag Fundraiser a success on Saturday, October 3! This event will bring our community together for brunch, drag performances, and a celebration of trans visibility, community, and impact. We’re looking for volunteers to help us make the day welcoming, organized, and fabulous from beginning to end! Volunteer will support us with: - Event setup and breakdown - Guest check-in and welcoming - Assisting guests throughout the event - Supporting performers as needed - General event support Come help us create a fun, welcoming celebration of community, visibility, and impact! Event Time: 11:00 AM–2:00 PM Volunteer Shifts: 10AM–3PM, 10AM-1PM, 12PM-3PM Address: 385 S 2nd St, Memphis, TN 38103

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Get Certified in HIV Testing! Would you like to become certified in HIV testing? This is a great opportunity to receive free professional training and help support HIV testing and outreach in our community. OUTMemphis is offering a Tennessee Department of Health HEAT (HIV Education and Testing) Training for interested volunteers. Once certified, volunteers can assist with HIV testing at OUTMemphis community outreach events. Training Dates: Saturday, October 17th | 9:00 AM–4:00 PM Saturday, October 24th | 9:00 AM–4:00 PM *This is a two-day training. You must attend Both days to become certified.* Additional Details: • Must be 18 or older • Training is completely free • Lunch will be provided both days • Training will be held at Rhodes College campus (more details closer to training dates) Interested? Sign up for this volunteer shift, and sign up on the registration form below: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=k4FLhiSDpk2OnNAs7G2Qx-HWz9_GpDRLuPdEXb99RDpUNEdSME1MUk1YMjcxMDJDNUpMTVZaSFZOTC4u&route=shorturl If you have any additional questions on the training, please email our Director of Community health, Cristobal Valdebenito: cvaldebenito@outmemphis.org Note: Registration is limited to the first 20 participants. If interest exceeds capacity, additional registrants will be placed on a waiting list and invited to a future HEAT training. More Info: HEAT is the Tennessee Department of Health's certification program that prepares individuals to provide rapid HIV testing, deliver accurate HIV prevention education, communicate test results, and connect participants to prevention and care services. The training combines classroom instruction with hands-on practice using testing scenarios. For OUTMemphis staff and volunteers, becoming HEAT certified will allow you to provide HIV testing at our Community Health Center and at community outreach events throughout the Memphis area as needed. The training will be led by Cristobal Valdebenito, Director of Community Health at OUTMemphis, and Sam Tubikh, Prevention and Outreach Manager at Friends For All. Certification Requirements: • Attend both training days (attendance is mandatory). • Successfully complete the required testing scenario/practical assessment at the conclusion of the training. • Be 18 years of age or older.

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OUTMemphis is currently looking for facilitators to support PRYSM, our youth group for LGBTQ+ youth ages 12–17. PRYSM typically meets on Saturdays from 12–3 PM at OUTMemphis (892 S. Cooper St.), though programming sometimes includes field trips and special events such as trips to the skating rink, the zoo, and larger community events like Silent Disco. Facilitators help: -Co-lead youth group activities and discussions -Support OUTMemphis staff during programming -Assist with sign-ins and general group flow -Help create a welcoming, affirming, and safe environment for youth We’re grateful for any support, but we are especially looking for facilitators who can commit to this role consistently over time, as stable relationships and trusted adults are incredibly important for our youth. About PRYSM: PRYSM is a safe, affirming space where young people can connect with peers, explore identity and self-expression, build leadership and advocacy skills, and participate in engaging activities like art, discussions, workshops, and outings. Youth also have access to support from trained staff and mentors.

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During orientation, we will: • Introduce OUTMemphis, our mission, and our staff • Review our programs and services • Explore current volunteer opportunities and shifts • Review how to navigate the Volunteer Matters Portal • Explain what to expect during different volunteer shifts • Review important safety policies and procedures • Answer questions about volunteering with OUTMemphis *Orientation is mandatory for volunteers who wish to work directly with community members. *A background check is required for those that want to volunteer with our youth programs. *Orientations are currently held virtually. Please sign up for an orientation in the Project Catalog! Upcoming Virtual Orientations: 11:30 AM–12:30 PM Orientation Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82884247093?pwd=o2DooqIqrqMabEffaA1auDHTCTfEnw.1 1:00 PM–2:00 PM Orientation Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89422239651?pwd=PkhoU0jPtfp2qa9vXeSQs4KGZj2i84.1

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The Youth Empowerment Center's Hot Meal Program serves hot meals twice a week for YEC residents, program participants and any other LGBTQ+ visitors to the YEC. Volunteers can support this program in one of two ways: 1. Cooking/Serving the Hot Meal - This role would be assisting staff cook and serve the hot meals at the Youth Empowerment Center. The meal must be large enough to feed 6-12 people. Attendance can vary and leftovers don't last long, so larger meals are also welcome! 2. Providing the Meal via TakeOut - Volunteers who want to support but cannot cook or assist in the meal can also provide the meal via takeout. You would just order the meal from a local restaurant of your choice, and deliver it or have it delivered to the YEC. You would coordinate directly with the YEC staff for this option. If you have any questions or want to learn more, visit outmemphis.org and search "Food Programming" OR email us at info@outmemphis.org Thank you so much for you support! We appreciate you!