Volunteer Opportunities

Join Our Team Of TEC Volunteers!

Welcome to Tennessee Environmental Council’s volunteer portal! We are incredibly grateful for your interest in contributing your time and passion to support our mission of helping people and communities improve our environment for all. Our dedicated team of volunteers plays a vital role in helping us achieve our goals, and we’re excited to have you join our community of caring individuals.

Interested in volunteering as a Group?

Contact us at tec@tectn.org to schedule your group to volunteer together at an event!

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  • Ravenwood High Garden Maintenance

    Ravenwood High School 1724 Wilson Pike, Brentwood, TN, United States

    Ravenwood High School is home to two vibrant native wildflower gardens created by Tennessee Environmental Council that provide food and shelter for pollinators, reduce stormwater runoff, and create hands-on learning opportunities for students and volunteers. These gardens showcase the beauty and importance of Tennessee’s native plants while transforming campus spaces into thriving habitats. Volunteers play... Read more »

    Pollinator Event

  • Trinity Hills Park Cleanup

    Join the Cumberland River Compact, Tennessee Environmental Council, Metro Nashville Parks & Recreation, Metro Water Services, and our state agency partners for a special volunteer cleanup at Trinity Hills Park on October 27, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Together, we’ll remove litter and storm debris that has accumulated along a secluded stretch of... Read more »

    Litter Cleanup

  • Tom Joy Elementary Garden Maintenance

    Tom Joy Digital Literacy and Leadership Magnet 2201 Jones Ave, Nashville, United States

    We invite you to join Tennessee Environmental Council (TEC) in helping us maintain Tom Joy Digital Literacy and Leadership Magnet School's native pollinator garden, which supports a diverse range of pollinator species, including native bees, butterflies, moths, and many more. What to wear/bring: Volunteers are asked to wear clothing you are comfortable getting dirty in... Read more »

    Pollinator Event

  • McMinnville Recycling Roundup

    McMinnville 1186 Belmont Dr, McMinnville, United States

    Volunteer at the McMinnville Recycling Roundup! Register Here 🌎🤠 Interested in recycling your materials? Visit our website HEre to discover what you can recycle for free! ♻️

    Recycling Roundups

  • 2026 Policy & Practice Virtual Forum: Thriving Habitats

    Virtual

    Tennessee’s natural landscapes, from our mountain ridges and lush forests to our vital waterways and native flora, form the foundation of our state’s health and vitality. Protecting these ecosystems requires both forward-thinking state policy and community-level stewardship. Join Tennessee Environmental Council for the first evening of our 2026 Virtual Policy & Practice Forum as we... Read more »

    Environmental Advocacy

  • Create a Pollinator Garden at Scales Elementary

    We invite you to join Tennessee Environmental Council (TEC) and Scales Elementary School in creating pollinator habitats with native wildflowers that support a variety of pollinator species, including native bees, butterflies, moths, and many more. This pollinator garden will not only provide a habitat for pollinators but also create an excellent educational opportunity for students,... Read more »

    Pollinator Event

  • Memphis Recycling Roundup

    University of Memphis Parking Lot 46 230 Deloach St. Memphis, Memphis, TN, United States

    Volunteer at the Memphis Recycling Roundup! Register Here  Interested in recycling your materials? Visit our website HEre to discover what you can recycle for free! 

    Recycling Roundups

  • 2026 Policy & Practice Virtual Forum: Circular Economy

    Virtual

    Building on our statewide conversations about solid waste solutions, how do we transition Tennessee from a throwaway culture to a thriving circular economy? Transforming our waste stream into local economic opportunity requires systemic policy changes and accessible community practices. Join Tennessee Environmental Council for Night 2 of our 2026 Virtual Policy & Practice Forum as... Read more »

    Environmental Advocacy

  • UCF Murfreesboro Tree Unloading and Staging Event

    Please join Tennessee Environmental Council (TEC) in preparing and staging trees on November 13th for the November 14th Giveaway in Murfreesboro. What to wear/bring: Volunteers are asked to wear a hat, long pants, and closed-toed shoes. Please bring a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated during the event. Where: We will host the event at... Read more »

    Tree Initiative

  • Nissan Smyrna Recycling Roundup

    Nissan Smyrna Assembly Plant 843 Nissan Dr, Smyrna, TN, United States

    Volunteer at the Nissan Smyrna Recycling Roundup! Register Here  Interested in recycling your materials? Visit our website HEre to discover what you can recycle for free! 

    Recycling Roundups

  • UCF Murfreesboro Tree Giveaway Main Event

    Please join Tennessee Environmental Council (TEC) in helping us disseminate free trees to qualified neighborhoods in Murfreesboro on November 14th. What to wear/bring: Volunteers are asked to wear a hat, long pants, and closed-toed shoes. Please bring a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated during the event. Where: We will host the event at the... Read more »

    Tree Initiative

  • 2026 Policy & Practice Virtual Forum: Climate Balance

    Virtual

    A stable climate is essential for resilient communities, strong local economies, and public health across Tennessee. Achieving climate balance requires bold policy measures alongside practical, scalable solutions implemented at the local level. Join Tennessee Environmental Council for the final evening of our 2026 Virtual Policy & Practice Forum focused on Climate Balance. Featuring policy strategists... Read more »

    Environmental Advocacy