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Volunteers are critical in the aftermath of disaster
Hands On collaborates with the Nashville Office of Emergency Management and the United Way of Greater Nashville to support preparedness and response efforts for a wide variety of natural and man-made disasters throughout Middle Tennessee. In a disaster, Hands On organizes and manages volunteer projects, and provides support to the grassroots organizations on the ground providing critical relief and recovery services in the affected neighborhoods. Want to stay updated with what is going on? Subscribe to our disaster newsletter!
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Our Commitment to Disaster Service
Knowing that the community looks to Hands On as a source of information and an avenue to engage in times of emergency, we are committed to preparing our team and enlisting Disaster Volunteers Leaders with specialized skills. Learn more about where we have been and how we are preparing for the future.
Hands On and United Way of Greater Nashville are proud members of the Nashville VOAD (Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster). The Nashville VOAD exists to strengthen areawide disaster coordination and preparedness by sharing programs, policies, and information, and engaging in joint planning, education, and training. During times of active disaster, the Nashville VOAD provides a single point of coordination for all member organizations seeking to assist survivors in our community so that needs are met in the most efficient manner possible. Visit NashvilleResponds.com for more information.