This article highlights various nonprofit ministries supported by KnoxTNToday, emphasizing their vital roles in the community and encouraging public involvement. Each week, one ministry is featured, with all listed alphabetically to showcase their unique missions. This week’s spotlight is on the Hillcrest Healthcare Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for seniors and healthcare workers through programs like PATHS, which directs donations to patient needs, and the Mason Center for Healthcare Education, offering certification and training for senior care careers.

Other ministries mentioned include Faith N Friends, a horse rescue and sanctuary; Harmony Family Center, providing therapeutic services for children and families; the Humane Society Tennessee Valley, with a 98% lifesaving rate for animals; Knox Area Project Access, coordinating healthcare for low-income residents; Sacred Ground Hospice, offering residential hospice care; Second Harvest Food Bank, addressing hunger; United Way of Greater Knoxville, facilitating volunteer opportunities; and YWCA Knoxville, serving thousands annually with community programs. Together, these organizations rely on community support to continue their impactful work.