Giving Back In Knoxville: Local Causes To Support This Season

Giving Tuesday is a global movement that encourages people to give back to their communities, typically through charitable donations, volunteer work or acts of kindness. It takes place annually on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving in the U.S., right after Black Friday and Cyber Monday. While it's celebrated widely, the real impact happens when we do good right at home by supporting local businesses, causes and organizations working to uplift our own communities.

We've rounded up a list of some great organizations, causes and initiatives in the Knoxville area. Please keep in mind, this is by no means an exhaustive list — just a starting point for discovering amazing local opportunities to give back, not only on Giving Tuesday but year-round! Be sure to contact each organization directly to find out about their hours or the best ways you can contribute.

Helping Mamas Knoxville

Helping Mamas is a nonprofit that supports women and families in East Tennessee by providing essential baby supplies, diapers and period products. The organization has served over 25,000 women through partnerships and mobile distributions, ensuring families have the resources they need to thrive.
Learn more: tennessee.helpingmamas.org

disABILITY Resource Center

The disABILITY Resource Center in Knoxville helps people with disabilities to live independently and actively participate in their communities. Offering free services, support and advocacy without the need for referrals, the organization helps individuals achieve their goals and build fulfilling lives.
Learn more: drctn.org

Knox Makers

Knox Makers is a nonprofit collective in Knoxville that provides engineers, artists, hobbyists and entrepreneurs with the tools, space and community to bring creative projects to life. Through workshops, peer learning and outreach, they inspire innovation and offer scholarships for young makers aged 16-24, with donations helping fund these opportunities.
Learn more: knoxmakers.org

Young-Williams Animal Center

Young-Williams Animal Center is a nonprofit dedicated to finding loving homes for every pet and providing animal welfare services in Knoxville. With a no-kill status and programs like spay/neuter solutions, the center ensures adoptable animals receive the care they need while making thoughtful matches for families and individuals.
Learn more: young-williams.org

Keep Knoxville Beautiful

Keep Knoxville Beautiful (KKB) empowers Knox County communities to improve their environment through litter cleanups, beautification projects and environmental education. With over 40 years of service, KKB has led 494 cleanups and removed more than 123,000 pounds of litter — and they always welcome donations and new volunteers to lend a hand.
Learn more: keepknoxvillebeautiful.org

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