Catholic Charities Annual Dinners
These popular annual dinners bring the community together for an evening of fun and fellowship. The evening includes a cocktail reception, silent auction, dancing, and a dinner, along with a special presentation of the Pope Francis Service Award.
The 2020 Chattanooga Annual Dinner was cancelled. Stay tuned for 2021 updates.
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Knoxville St. Patrick's Day Parade
Due to increasing health concerns, the 2021 Knoxville St. Patrick’s Parade has been cancelled. Though we will not be able to celebrate together physically, we’ll look to celebrate together virtually! As the recipient of all funds raised by the parade, we hope you still consider donating to CCETN to help fill our pot of gold for our clients. Stay tuned for updates!
Visit the parade website for more details.
Knights Cup Lacrosse Tournament
The annual Knights Cup Lacrosse Tournament, hosted by the Knights of Columbus, is a three-day series of youth, middle school, high school, and college lacrosse competitions, including the NAIA Independent Conference Final Four Championship. The 2020 tournament scheduled for April 16-18 was canceled based on CDC guidance. Stay tuned for 2021 updates.
Kids' Walk & Fun Fest
The annual Kids' Walk & Fun Fest is a day of family fun for a great cause. The afternoon includes a walk around the track at Knoxville Catholic High School, plus a family fun fest featuring inflatables, games and prizes, live music, and complimentary refreshments.
The 2020 Kids' Walk & Fun Fest scheduled for Sunday, May 3, 2020 has been cancelled per the requirements of the CDC. The 2021 walk is on April 18,2021. Stay tuned for updates!
Heart for the Pour
Looking for a good reason to celebrate a night out with friends, organize an after-work gathering, or just to enjoy the beautiful weather – all while supporting Catholic Charities of East Tennessee? Heart for the Pour is hosted regularly at various breweries throughout Knoxville to benefit Catholic Charities.
Stay tuned for updates pending Knox City and County guidelines for gatherings.
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M.A.P SUMMER CAMP at CRAZY QUILT
The Mountain Arts Program (M.A.P.) provides a creative learning outlet for children ages 5 to 15 to learn about Appalachian storytelling, arts, and crafts. The four-day M.A.P. program includes a nutritious lunch each day and each participant receives needed shoes, clothing, and classroom supplies for the coming school year. The June 2020 program has been cancelled. Stay tuned for 2021 updates.
CCETN EVENTS
Fast Facts
- Catholic Charities of East Tennessee served more than 3322 individuals last year.
- We offer nine innovative programs to serve anyone with demonstrated need, regardless of religious affiliation.
- We estimate that fewer than 5% of the neighbors we serve Catholic.
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Our Clients
- Children who are victims of abuse, neglect, or other endangerment.
- Seniors, including the homebound, the homeless, and victims of elder abuse.
- Women and men preparing for the arrival of an unplanned baby.
- Homeless individuals living with HIV/AIDS or with chronic mental health issues.
- Families in hardship, including immigrants, refugees, and rural Appalachian families.
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Many thanks to our community partners who support the programs of Catholic Charities of East Tennessee!
