Economic Mobility

Through mentorship and participant-led goal-setting, ETC empowers parents and caregivers to pursue their dreams. Whether they need long-term support or[...]

The East Tennessee Collaborative (ETC) program meets people where they are and helps them achieve their goals. For ETC participant,[...]

East Tennessee Collaborative (ETC) helps families push toward their goals and find financial independence. This works by connecting mentors from[...]

UPDATED 2025: “The East Tennessee Collaborative program altogether is helping people become self-sufficient. It’s giving people a boost and speeding[...]

In Knox County, 40 percent of families are unable to access basic needs on their income alone. With housing prices[...]