Community Resources
Support starts here.
Connecting our neighbors to the help they need.
If you or someone you know needs help with food, utility bills, or staying safe during cold weather, we’ve compiled a list of local resources below to provide support when it’s needed most.
Want to help? For volunteer opportunities and ways to support local food resources, click here. To volunteer and support individuals impacted by winter weather, click here.
Find East Tennessee Winter Weather Help
Locate a Food Pantry Near You
Call 2-1-1
211 is a free and confidential service that connects you to resources in your area.
Dial 211, call 865-215-4211, or click here.
Food Distribution Events (Knox County)
Ongoing
Beaver Ridge United Methodist Church
Society of St. Andrew
Knox County Schools
River Valley Health Food Pantries
*Recipients must be patients of River Valley Health to receive food boxes.
Non-Food Related Resources
TennCare Diaper Program
Free diapers through local pharmacy for anyone on TennCare or Cover Kids
KUB ConnectED Program
Free KUB Fiber for low income families with a student in grades K-12 within KUB’s fiber service area
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Operated by our partner CONTACT Care Line based here in Knoxville, they provide confidential support for individuals experiencing a mental health crisis, emotional distress or thoughts of suicide in English or Spanish chat, text, or call.
Mental Health Workshop for Pastors
Dec 9, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, 1807 Dandridge Ave (map)
Medical Supplies
Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. | New Direction Health Care Solutions | 104 Lakeside Street, Knoxville, TN (Map) | 865-415-2450 | Diapers, medical equipment, medical guidance and referrals
Medical Clinics
Monday, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. | East Knoxville Free Medical Clinic | Magnolia United Methodist Church, 2700 Magnolia Ave. (Map) | East Knoxville Free Medical Clinic: FREE Medical Care and Medications (As available)
Medical Workshops and Trainings
Call to schedule | New Direction Health Care Solutions | 865-415-2450 | Workshops and Training on topics related to Medical – Self-Care and Preventive
TN Justice Center Weekly Calls
Weekly on Wednesdays | 2:30 p.m. EST/ 11:30 a.m. CT | Click here to Register | To stay informed about the government shutdown and to learn about the federal changes affecting public benefits programs such as Medicaid, Marketplace coverage, SNAP, and more.
Help a neighbor in need.
United, we are building thriving communities.
Go to Volunteer East TN to connect with volunteer opportunities or for more information on organizations accepting food and supply donations.
