Become the Difference

Join a community of compassionate volunteers dedicated to fighting hunger, serving seniors, supporting families, and bringing hope to Claiborne County—one act of kindness at a time.

Volunteer With Crossing the Gap

Make a Difference in Your Community

At Crossing the Gap, we believe that no one should have to face hunger or hardship alone. Every food box packed, every meal delivered, every backpack filled, and every kind word shared is made possible because people like you choose to serve.

Volunteering is more than giving your time—it's making a lasting impact in the lives of seniors, children, families, and individuals throughout our community.

Whether you have a few hours each month or want to serve regularly, there's a place for you on our team.

Volunteer Opportunities

We offer a variety of ways to get involved, including:

  • Packing food boxes for families and seniors

  • Delivering meals and food boxes to homebound seniors

  • Assisting with food distributions

  • Helping with backpack and school supply programs

  • Sorting and organizing donations

  • Setting up and tearing down community events

  • Assisting at fundraising events, including our annual Car Show and 5K

  • Administrative and office support

  • Special projects and seasonal outreach programs

No matter your experience or skill level, we can help you find a volunteer opportunity that fits your interests and availability.

Why Volunteer?

When you volunteer with Crossing the Gap, you become part of a mission that is changing lives throughout our region.

As a volunteer, you will:

  • Help fight hunger in our communities.

  • Serve seniors, children, veterans, and families in need.

  • Meet compassionate people who share a heart for serving others.

  • Gain valuable experience while making a meaningful impact.

  • Be part of a team that believes every person deserves hope, dignity, and compassion.

Volunteer Expectations

To provide the best experience for those we serve, we ask all volunteers to:

  • Treat every individual with kindness, dignity, and respect.

  • Arrive on time for scheduled volunteer opportunities.

  • Follow all safety procedures and volunteer guidelines.

  • Maintain confidentiality regarding those receiving assistance.

  • Work together as a team and represent Crossing the Gap in a positive manner.

Some volunteer opportunities may require a signed liability waiver or additional training.

Join Our Volunteer Team

Whether you're an individual, family, church group, civic organization, business, or school, we'd love to have you serve alongside us.

Every helping hand makes a difference.

Ready to get started?

Complete our Volunteer Registration Form to join our volunteer team. Once your registration is received, you'll receive information about upcoming volunteer opportunities, training, and ways you can begin making an impact in our community.

Together, we can bridge the gap between need and hope—one act of service at a time.