Thanksgiving is one of the most popular days of the year to volunteer and many volunteer opportunities for Thanksgiving Day fill up far in advance. So what’s a well-meaning Memphian to do? You can still make a difference!

Our local outreach agencies need survival kits (also known as gift bags or blessing bags) for the people they serve throughout the year.

You can collect the materials at assemble these bags at your home while watching videos about those who have been homeless in Memphis.

So what should these bags include? Things like snacks, socks and gloves, toothbrushes and other necessities. Want more ideas?

Get instructions and access to these powerful stories on our founder’s blog.

Memphis needs your help at Thanksgiving and 364 other days of the year. Pick a day that’s special to you and make that a traditional for volunteering. Maybe it’s your birthday, a memorial, or your anniversary! Check out Volunteer Odyssey’s Calendar of Volunteer Opportunities for ideas throughout the rest of the year!

Get started with your Thanksgiving Day Project!

Do you want to help make the world more awesome? So do WE!

At Volunteer Odyssey we believe that everyone can use their special talents to become a volunteer superhero. Whatever your skills or interests, we can help you find a place to make a difference.

Want to get started? Here you go!
1) Explore our programs
2) Check our calendar of volunteer opportunities
3) We want to hear from you! Email sarah@volunteerodyssey.com

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