Knoxville Family Overcomes Homelessness and Finds Support Through East Tennessee Collaborative
In Knox County, 40 percent of families are unable to access basic needs on their income alone. With housing prices rising, many families are struggling to make ends meet. East Tennessee Collaborative (ETC) is a program of United Way of Greater Knoxville that helps individuals and families reach financial independence. Through mentorship, career planning, financial […]
The Big Give Supports a Record Number of Nonprofits, Creating an Impact for East Tennessee
Each year, United Way of Greater Knoxville (UWGK) hosts the Big Give, a 24-hour Giving Tuesday campaign designed to raise funds and awareness for our local nonprofit community. This year’s Big Give, presented by First Horizon for the fourth year in a row, brought together nonprofits, businesses and community members for an impactful day of […]
United Way of Greater Knoxville Launches Annual Holiday Volunteer Guide
As the holiday season approaches, United Way of Greater Knoxville (UWGK) is excited to launch its annual “Holiday Guide to Volunteering” as part of their Volunteer East Tennessee (VETN) program. The guide serves as a one-stop resource where individuals, families, corporations and groups can find local volunteer opportunities during the holidays. This comprehensive online resource […]
Listening Goes a Long Way: How the Knox Pride Podcast Became a Powerful Voice in the Community
John Camp, Executive Director of Knox Pride Community and Resource Center and CEO of the East Tennessee Equality Council, understood that the pandemic compounded the feeling of isolation within the LGBTQIA+ community. He also recognized that sharing Knox Pride’s mission and work as a hub for the area’s LGBTQIA+ community meant the organization needed a […]
The Community Food Security Assessment: United Way of Greater Knoxville’s Community-Led Initiative for a Just and Equitable Food System
Healthy food is a basic human right. It is a crucial component of a healthy lifestyle. When individuals and families have access to quality, fresh foods, our entire community benefits. Access to basic necessities like food is the key to a thriving community. According to a 2021 Feeding America study, 48,410 people in Knox County […]
