We work to remove barriers through comprehensive support, guidance, and resources, facilitating their journey toward sustainable success and community engagement.
Housing
We connect clients to stable housing and furnishings
Employment
We connect clients with job opportunities or job training
Transportation
We connect clients with transportation
Resources
We connect clients to community resources
In October 2023, First Foundations was founded to fill a gap in Knoxville. We serve 18-24 year old young adults who have aged out of foster care or emerging from homelessness. We remove barriers by providing comprehensive support, mentoring, and resources to facilitate their journey toward sustainable success and community engagement. We are rooted in the Christian principles of love, compassion, and service.
30+
Clients served since 2023
74%
Increase in positive relationships
96%
Maintain permanent housing
100%
Connection to community resources
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Meet the Board
Tracy Rose Denham
Executive Director
Amy Pangelinan
Board President
Dustin Winstead
Treasurer
Mary Beth Meadows, MSSW
Secretary
Lynette Bell
Board Member
Sara Hilzendeger
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Holly Miskowiec, LCSW
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