At Belmont UMC, we believe faith calls us beyond the walls of the church and into the work of justice, compassion, and community transformation. This summer, we invite you to be part of our Summer of Justice initiative: a season of outreach, advocacy, learning, and hands-on service opportunities designed to help us live out Christ’s call to love our neighbors in meaningful ways.
Below are opportunities for all ages and interests to get involved. Whether you can give one afternoon or an entire season, your presence and participation matter. Together, we can build a more just, compassionate, and hopeful community — one act of love at a time.
Summer of Justice yard signs will also be available for $10. Click here to pre-order yours.
Resolution on Racial Justice, Voting Rights, Democratic Integrity, and Faithful Public Witness
Click here to add your name to this important resolution.
Book drive for Eakin Elementary – Now through August
Your donations help place meaningful, high-quality books into the hands of our students and make a lasting impact on their learning and love of reading. Learn more
NOAH banquet – June 4
On Thursday, June 4, at 6:00pm, join fellow Belmonters and others at Trevecca’s Boone Convocation Center for the annual Nashville Organized for Action and Hope (NOAH) banquet and fundraiser. This year’s theme is Faithful Resistance: Rooted in Justice, Rising in Hope. Learn more
Childcare volunteers needed – June 9, July 7, and August 11
Belmont UMC’s English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers will be leading three summer sessions for adult learners at Ebenezer United Methodist Church. Classes will be held on June 9, July 7, and August 11, beginning at 6:30pm. Childcare volunteers are needed to care for the children of adult students during the classes. Learn more
Build a bench, share the joy! – June 10
Recently, Belmont UMC youth built three benches that will be placed around town to offer rest and welcome at bus stops and parks. Want to jump in and help with the next batch? Join us on Wednesday, June 10, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. for an evening of building and painting as we create more benches and spread a little extra joy across the city.
Project Transformation – June 22-25
Belmont UMC is participating in Project Transformation (PT) this summer by furnishing volunteer readers for children participating in the program at Antioch United Methodist Church. Belmont UMC has been assigned June 22-25 as days to read to children in the PT program. Learn more
Nashville Pride – June 27
This year’s Pride Festival will take place on Saturday, June 27, at Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park. Belmont UMC’s Pride booth will be open from 10:00am to 6:00pm, and we’re looking for four volunteers per two-hour shift. Learn more
Appalachia Service Project – June 28 – July 4
Belmont UMC’s youth will once again be serving with the Appalachia Service Project (ASP), helping make homes warmer, safer, and drier for families in need. As they prepare for this meaningful week of service, we invite the congregation to support them through prayer — for safe travels, strong relationships, servant hearts, and the families and communities they will encounter along the way.
Ebenezer Food Drive – TBA
HERO – 1st Monday of every month
The Homeless Education Resource Office (HERO) for Families in Transition identifies and supports students within Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) who are experiencing homelessness. Each month, on the first Monday, Belmonters have the opportunity to serve at the HERO site in North Nashville from 11:00am-1:00pm. Learn more