VOLUNTEER!

 

Make a difference in the lives of individuals with autism and their families! Our volunteers are essential to helping CAC provide programs, events, and support that helps our community!

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Immediate needs:​

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Community Ambassador

• What you do: Spread the word about CAC events, programs, and campaigns in your community.

• Commitment: Flexible; share flyers, social media posts, or talk to local groups as you can.

• Impact: Helps us reach more families, donors, and supporters

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Event Helper/Event Committee Member

• What you do: Assist at CAC events like walks, golf tournaments, and family activities. Roles include setup, cleanup, registration, and guiding attendees.

• Commitment: A few hours per event.

• Impact: Makes events run smoothly and enjoyable for families.​

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Skill-Based / Project Volunteers

• What you do: Use your professional skills to support CAC projects in-person, such as photography at events, creating banners/signage, or helping with community outreach activities.

• Commitment: Project-based, flexible.

• Impact: Enhances our programs and events in ways only volunteers can.

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Community Support Volunteer

• What you do: Serve as a friendly first point of contact for CAC by answering phone calls and emails from parents, caregivers, autistic adults, medical staff, and community members.

• Training: Receive thorough training in active listening, understanding community needs, and providing accurate information about local services and CAC programs. You’ll be equipped with all the tools and resources you need to respond effectively.

• Commitment: Weekly commitment, with a required 1-year term to allow for training (which typically takes 3 months) and skill development.

• Impact: Ensures families and community members get the support, guidance, and information they need—helping CAC connect with the people who rely on our programs.

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If you would like to volunteer/advocate or if you have questions about our volunteer opportunities, contact Hannah Overstreet at 423-708-8902, or send an email to Hannah.Overstreet@ChattanoogaAutismCenter.org

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The Chattanooga Autism Center is a parent and advocate driven organization. Almost all of our programs are developed and by volunteers. Volunteers are critical for us to fulfill our mission and all of the people who you help serve appreciate your time and effort. We are always in need of volunteers to make the center run more efficiently.