Learn, Serve & Connect

Listen. Appreciate. Engage. Invest.

Each year, the Office of Community-Engaged Learning & Service hosts campus-wide events that connect Belmont students, faculty, staff and community partners in meaningful service and engagement. Whether you're serving alongside neighbors, supporting local nonprofits or building new relationships, these events bring our values to life.

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Community Connections Fair

At the start of each fall semester, local nonprofits and community organizations are invited to campus to connect with Belmont students, faculty, and staff. It's a great chance to learn about service opportunities, build partnerships, and discover how to get involved throughout the year.

CELS Community Conversations

Bringing Belmont and community partners together for meaningful dialogue, shared learning, and deeper understanding of the issues shaping our communities.

September 16, 2026- Empowering Futures: Education as a Pathway to Hope and Excellence

October 21, 2026- Creating Communities of Belonging: Unleashing Hospitality Through Service

November 18, 2026- Healthy Communities, Shared Hope: Advancing Wellness for All

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Belmont's Salvation Army Angel Tree Program

The Belmont Angel Tree Program, a partnership between CELS and University Ministries, gives the Belmont community an opportunity to share hope, love, and generosity during the holiday season. Faculty, staff, students, and campus groups can adopt an Angel Tree tag and purchase gifts for a child or family in need. Angel Trees will be located throughout 18 buildings across campus, making it easy for the Belmont community to participate and help make the holiday season brighter for others.

Collection for 2026 will occur between November 6th-December 1st

Find Ways to Get Involved

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MLK Joint Day of Service

Each January, Belmont students join peers from eight Nashville-area colleges and universities to honor the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., through collective service. Volunteers come together across campuses and communities to reflect, build relationships, and serve side by side with organizations throughout the city.

Join Us on January 23rd, 2027 at Meharry Medical College for this year's MLK Joint Day of Service!

Call for Proposals Due November 1st, 2026

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Family Literacy Day

This annual spring event celebrates the joy of reading with pre-K through 6th grade children and their families. Hosted by Belmont students, faculty, staff, and community partners, the day features reading circles, literacy games, crafts, snacks, and book giveaways. The best part? Every child leaves with a new book thanks to our partnership with Book'em.

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