An awesome nonprofit in Nashville, super helpful and tons of amazing resources! When you want to…read morevolunteer in Middle TN look no further than hon.org!

Few understand the importance of Hands On's existence in Nashville. As bold as this statement is,…read moreI think there is no more important nonprofit here. As middle Tennessee's only volunteer center, HON serves as the volunteer staffing organization for so many charities who need the help. Everyone knows that charities can't run without (1) money and (2) volunteers. Every September, thousands of HON volunteers descend on Metro Nashville Schools to pour hundreds of thousands of dollar's worth of time into doing much needed maintenance to the system facilities. In the horrific flood of 2010, HON stepped up as the hero organization, providing relief in almost every facet. Full disclosure, I am on the board. I serve on the board because I believe it in so much. HON is financially sound and run like a well-oiled machine by its staff and executive team. If you're a volunteer, just log in to the website and enter the system. You'll be amazed by the opportunities, training and diversity of events. Go ahead...you might just change your life while changing someone else's!

What an experience! I had the pleasure of volunteering here with 79 of my closest friends…read more(coworkers) a few months back for a volunteer event at work, and it was truly such an amazing day. First off, the location is great, as when you arrive there is a huge parking lot. No worries about if you'll find a spot. The second you walk in, they were so very organized. You checked in with an individual then waiting for orientation. Once all 80 of us were caffeinated and ready to go, we received an orientation that explained what Second Harvest was, how we were about to make a difference, and what we would be doing. They are nothing short than a Nashville miracle - thank you for all you do! I ended up sorting dry goods that day, which was perfect as the other option was being inside the freezer. They had at least 10 people from the organization on the floor assisting us with questions of where to put this or that, moving carts and barrels as we filled them up. It was a 3 or 4 hour volunteer shift, but it flew by! We ended up sorting 19,615 pounds of dry goods. That's not even counting whatever my coworkers in the freezer accomplished that day. It felt so great knowing just how our hard work would benefit those who need assistance. I haven't been back for another volunteer day on my own yet, but I will be. Please check out this wonderful place and spend a day with Second Harvest. You will not regret it!

Horrible place to work. They treat their workers like robots (slaves) expecting each person to PICK…read more20,000+ pounds a day. Their starting pay is $16, which is not enough for the work being done. There is always a rotten smell throughout the building, black dust on the products and in the air, the racks holding the merchandise are not all securely nailed into the floor, most of the workers barely use the equipment properly, and management has terrible communication skills. The people that work in the office have no problem yelling out how much money the company makes in a year (MILLIONS!!!), but fail to fight for better pay for the people in the warehouse doing the real work. There is drama of some sort every other day. The food they cook is honestly not all that... they could use some seasons or better quality food, everything taste like a cardboard box. There's not enough workers for the amount of work being done, people callout and don't show up do the time. Management has their favorites they let get away with anything! You would think since this place is a food bank it would be a nice job. Nope! Not for the warehouse workers. Most of the workers there are too slow to realize their own worth and what they're being handed. Don't work here unless you absolutely have no care for your life, need a job and can't find anything else, love drama and chaos, want to watch rich people walk pass you as you bust a sweat working for $16 an hour. Truly not worth it, don't waste your time and energy!

This is an amazing outreach mission, with Nashville as one of at least 6 locations across the US…read more (Headquarters in Centennial, Colorado). I happened to visit here as a volunteer, along with several of my fellow Tennessee Returned Peace Corps Volunteers -- (Yes, our service our nation never ends -- we've just slowed down a bit since our days serving overseas). Our task on this particular Saturday morning was to help sort and stack boxes and boxes and boxes of donated medical supplies. These sorely needed supplies will be shipped to locations around the globe. From their website: Since 1987, Project C.U.R.E has been delivering life-saving medical equipment and supplies to hospitals and clinics throughout the under-resourced world....in more than 130 countries. Definitely a charity worth supporting.

What a great program. They keep the families together and work to move homeless families from…read moretheir temporary shelter to permanent housing. They teach self-sufficiency, have transitional housing, they're open 365 days a year and provide food and housing to the families and workshops and a computer lab. They have lots of volunteering opportunities http://safehaven.org/volunteer/opportunities/ if interested.

Safe Haven does a great thing for the Nashville community. They really make a difference and help…read morefamilies in need the right way.

I have found the best stuff here and at great prices! Highly recommend you stop in and look…read morearound. And the last Friday of each month everything is on sale! Definitely one of my favorite places to thrift shop!

I needed some things for a new home I was moving into, and they had such a great variety of…read moretreasures to choose from at fantastic prices. I was surprised how many things they carried and had to go through a few times to capture it all. Highly recommend!

Really enjoyed the Yelp event (6/15) last night at the NFP. Tasted some yummy beers and good food -…read morethanks for those who donated. Loved learning about NFP's worthy mission and service to the local communities. Such a wonderful and impactful contribution to thousands each week, providing nourishing meals at a time when many are struggling. And someone designed a pretty impressive cake! Thank you Yelp for organizing this event and helping us learn more about our awesome community and some talented breweries and tasty food places!

The space the people the mission everything about this is amazing I was not aware that it was led…read moreby a woman of color all the volunteers such an array of beautiful people doing such beautiful work what a joy to be a part of their Yelp event to see what they're doing behind the scenes in their kitchens on the forefront of hunger in the best way bravo to everything that they're doing may every Grant be given may every donor give tenfold. I wish I could join the Nourish event it looks like such an amazing celebration for the Nashville Food project I'm so proud of them for what they're doing! Bravo!

Very clean, well organized stores! Good selection of clothing and furniture. Will definitely…read morereturn.

Fantastic community organization that offers a food pantry for those in need, as well as, a public…read morethrift store that is separated into consignment area with gently used clothing, jewelry, and accessories like purses, hair items, shoes, and so much more! As well as, a separate home and antique section with furniture, decor, books, puzzles, and so much more - including Christmas decorations. Teachers and military can get a 20% discount! Staff was very friendly and second Saturday of every month is their Super Sale where everything is 50% off. It can get crowded and hard to find a parking spot, but well worth a visit or stop to drop off donations for a good cause!

If you're looking for a place to elevate your creative skills this is the place. Not only can you…read morealways ask for an opinion from fellow creatives, but the atmosphere itself is inspiring. Ms. Brenda at the Turnip Truck is always a pleasure and has an amazing selection to offer. (Plus it's all healthy) I would recommend this place to everyone the is a Small Business Owner looking to take their company to the next level. Ask for Jonathan Jones, as he is always very helpful and knowledgeable about anything EC. (Plus he's an amazing Photographer)

Wow. Just wow. Not articulate, but sums it up. Had the pleasure of hearing the head honcho talk…read moreabout their system/ paradigm/ cycle/ M.O. and damn, y'all are very lucky to have this. While a multitude of things about Nashville dangle the carrot, this place mesmerizes with their dangling, and bopped me on the nose. This place sets a gold standard unlike any I've heard of--though not like I see the inner machinations of entrepreneurial centers/ districts and such around the world. I imagine this one could go toe to toe with any other and win the do-si-do. They have a bumper sticker that says I heart entrepreneurs, and by all accounts, that shiz is real. Uh. yes, please.