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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Staff

Jennifer Tekstar
Human Resources Manager

Deeanna Hall Controller

Judd van sickle
 Facilities Manager

Paul ritter
Director of Programs

Lisa Healy
Executive Director

Lori Sliwa 
 Development
manager

Michelle Kitts
Manager of
Programs

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Grant AdministrAtor

Josh Burlette
Communications Coordinator

Jeremy naylor
Grant Writer

Lisa Ingle
 Special Projects manager

Ernestine (ernie) meiners
Development Coordinator-PHC

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!

Administrative Office • The Regas Building • 318 N. Gay Street, Ste. 100 • Knoxville, TN 37917 • 865-524-9896