According to information gathered by local service providers, over 4,000 individuals experience homelessness each year in Chattanooga, with over 1,000 children who are enrolled in public schools experiencing homelessness. Chattanooga has the power to make a difference in our communities, and many want to help, but might not know how to get started, like reader Keeli. C:
“Can you do a segment on all of the Chattanooga based organizations that serve our homeless population…and their specific goal/missions. There are many people that want to help and not sure which organization does the best and consistent works.”
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The Chattanooga Community Kitchen is currently in need of gently loved men's + women's t-shirts. | Photo by Chattanooga Community Kitchen |
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Here are some local organizations dedicated to helping those experiencing homelessness in Chattanooga.
Chattanooga Community Kitchen + Maclellan Shelter for Families -
Staff and volunteers work to serve meals three times daily and offer showers + bathrooms, clothing, case management, and more.
- Mission: Meet the most basic needs of the hungry, homeless, and vulnerable people in the community while offering a path to self-sufficiency.
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Volunteer: General volunteer form, food service, clothing program, welcome desk, day center, men's + women’s shelter.
Chattanooga Interagency Council on Homelessness (CICH) + Signal Centers -
A group of organizations and individuals appointed by Mayor Tim Kelly to accelerate Chattanooga + Hamilton County’s response to ending homelessness.
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Mission: Plan, coordinate, and monitor strategies to reduce homelessness by utilizing the strategies in Chattanooga’s Homelessness Action Plan.
The Chattanooga Rescue Mission - Faith-based organization that has the only totally free Temporary Emergency Overnight Shelter open year-round in Chattanooga for men, women, and children.
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Mission: Serving the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of those experiencing homelessness in our community.
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Chattanooga Room in the Inn - This organization offers a residential program for homeless women and children + the HomeAgain program that offers case management services to graduates of the CRITI program.
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Mission: To empower women + children experiencing homelessness to become self-sufficient by offering a temporary home while providing programs and services necessary to meet their goals.
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Volunteer: Positions for a life skills instructor, child advocate, food preparer, office volunteer, maintenance worker, and special events are needed.
Did we miss an organization? Read the full article below, then let us know and we will continue to update our list. |
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Today - Photography Walk and Talk | Wed., June 15 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Camp Jordan | Donation, RSVP | This outdoor, beginner photography workshop will focus on composition. 📸
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Dexter Bell & Friends: Wednesday Jazz | Wed., June 15 | 7-9 p.m. | Barking Legs Theater, 1307 Dodds Ave. | $5 | Come out for an evening of powerful jazz music. 🎷
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Chautauqua History Comes Alive Festival | Now-Sun., June 19 | 7:30-9 p.m. | Several locations across Upstate SC | Free | Travel through time and interact with famous Americans (think: Eisenhower, Houdini, Kennedy, and more) during this free festival.*
Thursday Friday - Nightfall | Fri., June 17 | 7 p.m. | Miller Plaza | Free | Opposite Box and Original FBI perform this Friday. 🎸
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An Intimate Evening with Spoken Word Artist Obbie West | Fri., June 17 | 8-10 p.m. | Chattanooga Theatre Centre | $20 | Obbie West is the author of a poetry book entitled “Blossom” and the poetry album “Unstable Man.” 📖
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Josh Kiser | Fri., June 17 | 7 p.m. | Songbirds | $12+ | Josh Kiser is a country music artist born + raised in Cleveland, TN.
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Weather - 98º | Mostly sunny | 20% chance of rain ☀️
Cause -
In response to the recent rise in temperatures, Chattanooga’s Salvation Army launched “Beat the Heat” to provide heat relief to those in need. The Salvation Army is now asking for donations to help efforts in providing individuals + families with box fans and utility bill assistance. 🌡️
DYK -
Did you know that CARTA’s free electric shuttle system has operated downtown for 30 years. Tomorrow, Thurs., June 16, CARTA will celebrate the anniversary of the dedication of the first-ever electric shuttle — which took place on June 16, 1992 — at CARTA Shuttle Park South near the Choo Choo. 🚐 (Chattanoogan.com)
Traffic -
A portion of Chestnut Street near Finley Stadium will be closed today from 3:30-11 p.m. due to a Chattanooga FC home game. If you plan on heading to the nearby Main Street Farmers Market from 4-6 p.m., expect to walk a little farther due to the closure. 🚧
Award -
The Chattanooga Public Library received the John Cotton Dana Award from the American Library Association + EBSCO Information Services for its successful public relations efforts. The award recognized the library’s online awareness campaign, “Here We Grow,” which launched last year. 🏆
Arts -
Applications for Stove Works’ Residency and Guest Curator open calls close tonight at midnight. Through the residency program, residents will work onsite for up to three months, with opportunities to share their work with the community. Guest curators are supported by Stove Works to carry out a proposed exhibition. 🖼️
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EPB will celebrate the completion of 11 new community murals on EPB’s substation wall located on 10th Street this Thurs., June 16 at 11 a.m. This year’s mural theme is “Voices of MLK,” highlighting the history + significance of downtown Chattanooga’s Martin Luther King Boulevard area.
Biz -
Bees on a Bicycle is turning five. The urban garden center will celebrate with a birthday party and festival on Sat., June 25 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The party will feature a plant + pottery sale, mimosas, and guests like Be Caffeinated and Redbank Refill.
Try This -
The Laser Light Fest will take place this weekend, Fri., June 17-Sun., June 19, at 9 p.m. each night at the Tennessee Riverpark. With a seated zone and drive-in tailgate area, this show also features a live DJ playing popular songs alongside a laser light show. 🎶
Announced -
Last week, we asked you to submit your best dad joke for a chance to be featured on a t-shirt or mug sold in Six & Main, our online store. Congrats to readers Jeff M., Natalie J., Anne M., and Elizabeth C. for submitting winning dad jokes that will be featured on merch (just in time for Father’s Day). All winners have been contacted, and thanks to everyone who submitted. Shop the dad joke collection.
Job -
Are you a recent civil engineering grad? The Tennessee Department of Transportation is hiring five Graduate Transportation Engineers, as part of its new professional development program. The deadline to apply is Thurs., June 16 at 1 a.m.
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You can hang these braids in a cool spot out of direct sunlight to properly cure + they can last up to 10 months. The market is from 4-6 p.m. today, but you might want to stop by early to snag one before they run out.
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