YWCA KnoxvilleSafer and Stronger: Anderson County Domestic Violence Initiative The YWCA will provide victims of domestic violence with advocacy by providing direct services including safety, assistance through the justice system, and crisis intervention to victims of violence. This will be accomplished by providing direct services, education to professionals and community volunteers, building the capacity to fully serve victims and laying…
Legacy Parks FoundationBaker Creek Preserve Adventure Park To combat obesity and inactivity, the Baker Creek Preserve Adventure Park adjacent to South Doyle Middle School will be built to have features that are specific to middle school students, the age at which the greatest decline in physical activity occurs. Large natural structures, areas to bike, climb, jump, explore and socialize will…
Impact America – TennesseeFocusFirst – A High-Tech Vision Care Initiative Many vision problems go undiagnosed in preschoolers, particularly in low-income neighborhoods. Impact America- Tennessee will implement vision screenings by trained volunteer college interns in preschools and child care centers in nine counties in East Tennessee using a Spot digital screening camera to test vision in pre-literate children. Children with vision…
Helen Ross McNabb CenterA Shot at Life: Medication Assisted Treatment Helen Ross McNabb Center will pilot a Vivitrol medication-assisted treatment program for repeat, non-violent offenders to provide substance abuse treatment for opioid substance use disorders. This drug reduces cravings and blocks the effects of opioids and will be administered for up to one year, giving the offenders time to get…
East Tennessee Children’s Hospital“Grow With Me” NAS Care Coordination service and Outpatient Clinic Children’s Hospital will establish the “Grow With Me” care coordination and clinic for children born with Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome. Approximately one-third of the NAS infants born in Tennessee are treated at Children’s Hospital. This service and clinic will provide continuity of care and resources through outpatient visits…
Boys & Girls Clubs of the TN ValleyAddressing Childhood Trauma Many young people served at the Boys and Girls Clubs have or will likely experience “Adverse Childhood Experiences”, stressful and traumatic events that disrupt the safe and nurturing environment needed for them to thrive. This program will provide the following four tiers of service to youth ages 5 to 18.…
West Lonsdale Baptist ChurchWest Lonsdale Free Medical Clinic West Lonsdale Baptist Church will open the “West Lonsdale Free Medical Clinic.” The clinic will be located on a property currently owned by the church. The Medical Clinic will provide medical, dental, and vision services under the direction of Dr. David Rankin and a team of volunteers. Consistent availability for primary medical…
True Purpose MinistriesResidential Program for Pregnant Women with Substance Abuse Disorders True Purpose Ministries will establish a “Residential Program for Pregnant Women with Substance Abuse Disorders” in Blount County for Blount and surrounding counties. The residential program will not only house women but will include their children. The 12-month program will provide medical treatment and psychological training for addiction. Included…
SOAR Youth MinistriesLonsdale Fellows Program SOAR Youth Ministries will create a “Lonsdale Fellows Program” – an intentional Christian community that aims to train future ministry and non-profit leaders to be the leaders in cross-cultural situations. The Londsale community encompasses large immigrant populations as well as the lingering impact of segregation and poverty. The unique opportunities presented by this community provide…
FOCUS MinistriesNew Beginnings Transition Program FOCUS Ministries will initiate the “New Beginnings Transition Program” as part of a multi-faceted residential re-entry program for men preparing to be released from incarceration. This one-year program aims to prevent recidivism and have men ready for full-time jobs. The educational topics of the program are budgeting, savings, time management, addiction recovery strategies, parenting, continuing…