Knoxville Ministries Seek Community Support Through United Way

Mission Monday highlights ways to empower local nonprofits and make a lasting impact.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 4:03am

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This week's Mission Monday column spotlights the United Way of Greater Knoxville (UWGK) and its 2026 Spring Volunteer Guide, which connects community members with nearly 40 local nonprofit organizations in need of support. The guide offers a variety of volunteer opportunities, from festivals and events to food distribution and youth programs, making it easy for individuals, groups, and families to get involved and make a difference.

Why it matters

Community involvement and support are crucial for local ministries and nonprofits to continue their important work. By highlighting the UWGK's volunteer guide, this column empowers readers to directly contribute to the missions of organizations serving Knoxville and the surrounding region, strengthening the local community.

The details

The UWGK's 2026 Spring Volunteer Guide is available through July 5 and is updated biweekly with new opportunities. The guide covers a wide range of ways to get involved, from family-friendly activities to group projects, all aimed at supporting nearly 40 local nonprofit organizations. These organizations include Faith N Friends, a horse rescue and sanctuary; Harmony Family Center, which provides services for children and families in the foster care system; and the Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley, which has achieved a 98% lifesaving rate for incoming animals.

  • The UWGK's 2026 Spring Volunteer Guide is available through July 5, 2026.
  • The guide is updated with new volunteer opportunities every two weeks.

The players

United Way of Greater Knoxville (UWGK)

A nonprofit organization that connects community members with volunteer opportunities to support local ministries and nonprofits in the Knoxville region.

Faith N Friends

A 501(c)(3) non-profit horse rescue and sanctuary located in Corryton, TN, founded in 2016 to provide compassionate care, treatment, and training for horses while supporting and educating the broader community.

Harmony Family Center

A nonprofit organization that has provided innovative programming and therapeutic services across Tennessee since 1996, impacting more than 211,000 children, families, and individuals, with a focus on supporting the foster care and permanency journey.

Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley

A nonprofit organization with a mission to serve the region's shelters, pets, and the people who love them through holistic, lifesaving initiatives and care, achieving a 98% lifesaving rate for incoming animals.

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The takeaway

By highlighting the UWGK's volunteer guide, this column empowers readers to directly contribute to the missions of organizations serving Knoxville and the surrounding region, strengthening the local community and making a lasting impact through their time and efforts.