What makes the vision of Greater Faith Community Action Corporation come to life is the hard work and dedication of the volunteers. With over 250 part-time volunteers, GFCAC provides valuable services on a daily basis to the homeless, hungry and needy. Volunteer activities include food preparation and serving at The Master’s Table Soup Kitchen, transporting meals, taking individuals to/from work and appointments, assisting with special events such as the Thanksgiving Day community meal, in-home counseling, coordinating clothing donations, and other community services. The volunteer staff are from various churches throughout the community, civic clubs, school groups, and individuals. With the rapid growth in the soup kitchen alone, currently 40-45 a day, more volunteers are needed to serve the guests. Anyone interested in volunteering please contact (615)384-8682, (615)430-2294, or (615)384-4480 or by e-mail at inquire@gfcaction.org. Volunteers can serve as little as two hours per week. Every person can make a difference, so please – get involved!
VOLUNTEER TESTIMONIALS
I volunteered at the Master’s Table because I needed to write a paper for my college class. I wanted to conduct a study about the hungry or homeless. I believed that this is America and no one is hungry. Then, I watched the people as they entered the restaurant. Some were dirty…but I had to humble myself. Then I served them with a smile and had a conversation with them. Now, I am volunteering, and not just to pass my college class. I have become a better steward.
I just love sharing with the women. Just to see their faces light up when I talk to them and they can see that I care…the time just goes by so quickly. I thought I would have had to be on drugs to have anything to talk to them about, but I quickly learned that they don’t all have a drug problem. These are people just like you and me who have just had some bad turns in life. They just need to know somebody cares.
It was just awesome! Just to see so many people working together – and so organized. I’ll never forget the expressions on the people’s faces when we gave them food and blankets. One lady said ‘I can’t believe you’re doing this. This is so nice of you.’ To see the tears – it was worth it all! I’m definitely coming back next year.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
There are many ways to give back to the community by volunteering. Each one brings a rewarding experience of its own. Just find something that fits your personality and give us a call. You won’t be sorry!
Remember – Anyone interested in volunteering please contact GFCAC, (615)384-8682, (615)430-2294, or (615)384-4480, or by e-mail at inquire@gfcaction.org. Volunteers can serve as little as two hours per week. Every person can make a difference, so please – get involved!
Food server (all hours)
Dishwasher ( for in-restaurant dining)
Driver – deliver plates to elderly and homebound
Assistant cook
Solicit/coordinate food donations
Christian Counselor, one night per week
Driver – take individuals to/from work and appointments
Special events (fundraisers, festivals, clothing drives, etc.)
Grant writing & research
Donor management – maintain database, solicitations, thank-you letters
Donor management – maintain database, solicitations, thank-you letters
Job placement assistance
Evangelism and recruitment
On-call/emergency response
Storage – pickup, delivery, storage of furniture & appliances
Assist with Fundraising and Capital Campaign
Assist with recovery support services
Set-up for AA/NA, substance abuse recovery meetings
Answer phone, greet visitors, filing
Graphic design – Newsletter, fliers, posters, promotionals
Cleaning and maintenance
Phone solicitations and fundraising
Transportation
DONATIONS TO GFCAC
All donations will be used towards operational support of our transitional homes, the Master’s Table soup kitchen, and for community programs and services. Your gift will make an immediate positive impact on someone suffering from addiction, homelessness, hunger, joblessness, poverty, grief, and other deep hurts.