Volunteer

Support Empowerment in South Memphis

Becoming a Volunteer

Advance Memphis relies heavily upon the support of volunteers. Please explore the opportunities below and help us in any way that you can. If you have any questions or to sign up, you can email volunteer coordinator Cindy Chapple at cchapple@advancememphis.org.

As a Christian, faith-based organization, we request that mentors for Work Life and Faith and Finances provide a simple statement of faith. See ours here. However, there are many volunteer roles open to individuals of any religious heritage. We are grateful for the support of volunteers of diverse faiths.

 
 

Volunteer Opportunities

WORK LIFE ALLIES

  • Mentor a small group of Work Life participants during their 5-week class and job search

  • Relationships encourage application of God’s Word in all of life

  • Meets on Wednesdays from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and you are invited to stay for lunch

FAITH & FINANCES ALLIES

  • Mentor Faith & Finances students in the area personal finance for 12 weeks

  • Offer relationships, accountability, and support for using finances in God’s Kingdom work

  • Meets on Thursdays from 5 - 7 p.m. and dinner is provided

 

MEAL PROVIDERS

  • Provide meals for Work Life classes, graduations, and Faith & Finances classes

  • Contribute more than just a meal that allows participants to focus on learning, as well as stimulate fellowship and relationship-building that is vital for transformational change.

 

MOCK INTERVIEWERS

  • Advise Work Life participants on basic interview tips and provide feedback on resumes in preparation for their actual job interviews

  • Mock interviews are held on the last Thursday of Work Life class, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

PRAYER PARTNERS

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT

  • Have a passion or expertise in marketing, accounting, data entry, childcare, carpentry, etc.? We have needs that arise in these areas.

  • Please contact Cindy at cchapple@advancememphis.org for more information.