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    Food pantries and meals64

    Knoxville

    Beaver Dam Baptist Church Food Pantry

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    6:00 to 6:30 PM, last Tuesday of the Month. Will stay past 6:30 if more people are in line, also provide diapers
    Address
    4328 E Emory Rd, Knoxville, TN 37938

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Knoxville

    Beaver Ridge UMC

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    Monday 1:00 to 2:00 PM, Wednesday 6:30 to 7:30 PM. Some assistance with gas, utilities, clothing upon request/need.
    Address
    7753 Oak Ridge Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37931

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Knoxville

    Burlington Food Pantry

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    4 to 5 PM Spring/Summer, 3 to 4 PM Fall/Winter. Can provide some clothing. Only 2 families per vehicle.
    Address
    3800 MLK Jr. Ave, Knoxville, TN 37914

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Knoxville

    Cedar Lane Food Pantry UMC

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    10a 12p, 4th Monday of the month Jan. thru Oct., 3rd Monday of the month Nov and Dec. Also offers toiletries and clothing. Kids clothing closet.
    Address
    714 Cedar Lane, Knoxville, TN 37912

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Knoxville

    Center Faith Church

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    10a 11:30a Every other Saturday. 37931 Zip Code or within 5 mile radius of Church. Bring ID on first visit. Sign up with link: https://www.centerfaith.com/foodpantry
    Address
    7003 Wright Rd., Knoxville, TN 37931

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Halls

    Christ UMC

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    10a 11:30 PM on third Wednesday of month and 5:30 to 6:30 PM on the first Thursday of month. Service several counties: no one is turned away. Require: Identification and disclose income.
    Address
    7535 Maynardville Pike, Halls, TN 37938

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Knoxville

    Church of the Good Shepherd

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    4th Monday 10 AM to 1 PM and Sunday prior to each 4th Monday 12 to 3 PM. Serves 37912, 37914, 37917, 37918 (delivery), 37924, 37938. Bring proof of address and phone # if possible.
    Address
    5409 Jacksboro Pike, Knoxville, TN 37918

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Powell

    Powell UMC

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    9 to 10 AM daily, 9a: 11a Every 3rd Saturday of the month
    Address
    323 West Emory Rd., Powell, TN 37849

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Knoxville

    Church of God Union Assembly

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    6 to 8 PM every Thursday
    Address
    3428 Keith Ave., Knoxville, TN 37921

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Knoxville

    Cokesbury UMC, Manna House

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    9 to 11 AM every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Manna House asks you bring a photo ID.
    Address
    9919 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37922

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Knoxville

    Compassion Ministries, Inc.

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    2p: 3p, Every other Thursday. Serve Knox and Loudon County; will deliver to 37934 and 37772 in Loudon
    Address
    12813 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Knoxville

    First Baptist Knoxvile Food Co-Op

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    9 AM to 12 PM, every other Tuesday. Also: 1st Monday of the month 9 AM to 1 PM. Delivers to zip codes 37902, 37912, 37914, 37915, 37918.
    Address
    510 W. Main St., Knoxville, TN 37902

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Knoxville

    First Seventh Day Adventist Good Samaritan Center

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    3:30p: 5:30p 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the Month. Also provides clothing.
    Address
    3611 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Knoxville

    FISH Hospitality Pantry, Northshore

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    9 AM to 12 PM 4th Thursday of the month
    Address
    800 Northshore Dr, Knoxville, TN 37919

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Knoxville

    FISH Hospitality Pantry, East

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    10 AM to 1 PM every Monday and Wednesday
    Address
    600 S. Chestnut St., Knoxville, TN 37914

    Call first. No phone is listed for this site. For questions, call the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee at 865-521-0000.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Knoxville

    FISH Hospitality Pantry, Northwest

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    10 AM to 1 PM every Tuesday and Thursday, 10 AM to 1 PM
    Address
    122 W. Scott Ave., Knoxville, TN 37917

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Knoxville

    FISH Hospitality Pantry, South

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    10 AM to 1 PM every Wednesday and Friday
    Address
    201 Ogle St., Knoxville, TN 37920

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Knoxville

    Church of the Good Samaritan Cedar Bluff

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    4th Monday of the Month 9 AM to 12 PM. 4th Monday
    Address
    425 N. Cedar Bluff, Knoxville, TN

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Knoxville

    Fountain City Ministry Center

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    1 PM to 3 PM 1st and 3rd Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 6 PM to 7 PM 1st and 3rd Wednesday. Please bring ID. Sometimes can help with utilities and rent. Provide clothing, hygiene items, diapers. Serve zip codes 37721, 37849, 37917, 37918, 37924, and 37938.
    Address
    5364 N Broadway, Knoxville, TN 37918

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Knoxville

    Tabernacle Baptist

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    10 AM to 12 PM 4th Friday every month except 3rd Friday of November and December. Drive through fresh pantry
    Address
    2137 MLK Jr. Ave, Knoxville, TN 37915

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Knoxville

    Glen Oak Baptist

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    4:45 to 6:30 PM every Wednesday. Bring ID
    Address
    510 E Oklahoma Ave., Knoxville, TN 37917

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Knoxville

    Grace Bible Baptist

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    Sunday 12:30 to 1 PM, Wednesday 7 to 7:30 PM, Saturday 12 to 1 PM. Help with KUB, clothes, as needed when funds are available.
    Address
    2646 Jefferson, Knoxville, TN 37914

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update
    Knoxville

    Halls Welfare Ministry

    Food pantry, a Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee partner.

    Hours
    6 to 7 PM 2nd Tuesday every month, 10 to 11 AM 4th Saturday of the month. Require a phone number.
    Address
    4329 E Emory Rd., Knoxville, TN 37938

    Call first. Hours come from the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee's own list. Please call to confirm before you go.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map.Suggest an update

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    Utility bills and rent help1

    Countywide

    Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee

    Community action agency: help paying light and gas bills (LIHEAP), and, when funds allow, emergency rent help and other family programs. Call to ask what help is open now.

    Hours
    Please call for hours

    Call first. Hours are not listed. Call first to ask what help is open now and what to bring.

    Checked October 9, 2026. Source: THDA LIHEAP agency contacts (2026).Suggest an update

    Housing2

    Knoxville

    East Tennessee Human Resource Agency

    Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) for low-income families, older adults and people with disabilities.

    Hours
    Please call for hours
    Address
    9111 Cross Park Dr Ste D100, Knoxville, TN 37923

    Call first. Office hours are not published. Call to ask about openings and the waiting list.

    Knoxville

    Knoxville's Community Development Corp.

    Public housing apartments and Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) for low-income families, older adults and people with disabilities.

    Hours
    Please call for hours
    Address
    901 N Broadway St, Knoxville, TN 37917

    Call first. Office hours are not published. Call to ask about openings and the waiting list.

    Health and dental7

    Knoxville

    CHS Center City Clinic

    Community health center run by Cherokee Health Systems. It sees patients with or without insurance and, as a federally funded health center, must offer discounts based on income.

    Hours
    Please call for hours
    Address
    2018 Western Ave, Knoxville, TN 37921

    Call first. Hours are not published on an official page we could check. Call first.

    Knoxville

    CHS Cherokee Mills

    Community health center run by Cherokee Health Systems. It sees patients with or without insurance and, as a federally funded health center, must offer discounts based on income.

    Hours
    Please call for hours
    Address
    2240 Sutherland Ave, Knoxville, TN 37919

    Call first. Hours are not published on an official page we could check. Call first.

    Knoxville

    CHS East Knox Clinic

    Community health center run by Cherokee Health Systems. It sees patients with or without insurance and, as a federally funded health center, must offer discounts based on income.

    Hours
    Please call for hours
    Address
    2202 Martin Luther King Jr Ave, Knoxville, TN 37915

    Call first. Hours are not published on an official page we could check. Call first.

    Knoxville

    CHS Knox Homeless Health Center (5th Ave)

    Community health center run by Cherokee Health Systems. It sees patients with or without insurance and, as a federally funded health center, must offer discounts based on income.

    Hours
    Please call for hours
    Address
    538 W 5th Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917

    Call first. Hours are not published on an official page we could check. Call first.

    Knoxville

    CHS Lonsdale

    Community health center run by Cherokee Health Systems. It sees patients with or without insurance and, as a federally funded health center, must offer discounts based on income.

    Hours
    Please call for hours
    Address
    1754 Texas Ave, Knoxville, TN 37921

    Call first. Hours are not published on an official page we could check. Call first.

    Knoxville

    CHS Mechanicsville

    Community health center run by Cherokee Health Systems. It sees patients with or without insurance and, as a federally funded health center, must offer discounts based on income.

    Hours
    Please call for hours
    Address
    601 College St, Knoxville, TN 37921

    Call first. Hours are not published on an official page we could check. Call first.

    Knoxville

    CHS Oakwood

    Community health center run by Cherokee Health Systems. It sees patients with or without insurance and, as a federally funded health center, must offer discounts based on income.

    Hours
    Please call for hours
    Address
    1515 Saint Mary St, Knoxville, TN 37917

    Call first. Hours are not published on an official page we could check. Call first.

    Recovery and mental health help2

    Statewide

    988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

    Call or text 988 to reach a trained crisis counselor any time, for a mental health crisis, thoughts of suicide or a substance use crisis. It is free and confidential. Veterans can press 1.

    Hours
    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Veterans services2

    Statewide

    Veterans Crisis Line

    Dial 988, then press 1. Or text 838255, or chat at veteranscrisisline.net. Free and confidential. You do not need to be enrolled in VA health care.

    Hours
    Open 24 hours a day, every day
    Statewide

    VA national phone lines

    VA benefits: 800-827-1000. VA health benefits: 877-222-8387. Homeless veterans, open 24 hours: 877-424-3838. MyVA411, the main VA line, open 24 hours: 800-698-2411.

    Hours
    Benefits line, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM Eastern

    Safety and crisis help1

    Statewide

    National Domestic Violence Hotline

    Free, confidential help for anyone hurt or threatened by a partner or family member: safety planning, shelter referrals and someone to talk to. Call 1-800-799-7233, text START to 88788, or chat at TheHotline.org. In an emergency, call 911.

    Hours
    24 hours a day, 7 days a week

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    Help is closer than you think in Knox County

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    Questions people ask

    Where can I get free food in Knox County, Tennessee?

    We have confirmed 64 places that can help in Knox County: Beaver Dam Baptist Church Food Pantry in Knoxville (6:00 to 6:30 PM, last Tuesday of the Month. Will stay past 6:30 if more people are in line, also provide diapers), (865) 922-2322, call first; Beaver Ridge UMC in Knoxville (Monday 1:00 to 2:00 PM, Wednesday 6:30 to 7:30 PM. Some assistance with gas, utilities, clothing upon request/need), (865) 690-1060, call first; Burlington Food Pantry in Knoxville (4 to 5 PM Spring/Summer, 3 to 4 PM Fall/Winter. Can provide some clothing), (865) 524-8040, call first. 61 more are listed on this page. Please call first to confirm the ones marked call first. You can also dial 2-1-1 to talk to a person.

    Where can I get help paying rent or a utility bill in Knox County, Tennessee?

    We have confirmed one place that can help in Knox County: Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee, (865) 546-3500. Please call first to confirm. You can also dial 2-1-1 to talk to a person.

    Where can I get housing help in Knox County, Tennessee?

    We have confirmed 2 places that can help in Knox County: East Tennessee Human Resource Agency in Knoxville, (865) 691-2551, call first; Knoxville's Community Development Corp., (865) 403-1100, call first. Please call first to confirm the ones marked call first. You can also dial 2-1-1 to talk to a person.

    Where can I find a free or low-cost clinic in Knox County, Tennessee?

    We have confirmed 7 places that can help in Knox County: CHS Center City Clinic in Knoxville, (865) 544-0406, call first; CHS Cherokee Mills in Knoxville, (865) 544-0406, call first; CHS East Knox Clinic in Knoxville, (865) 522-6097, call first. 4 more are listed on this page. Please call first to confirm the ones marked call first. You can also dial 2-1-1 to talk to a person.

    Where can I get help with addiction or mental health in Knox County, Tennessee?

    We have confirmed 2 places that can help in Knox County: 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (24 hours a day, 7 days a week), 988; SAMHSA National Helpline (Open 24 hours a day, every day), (800) 662-4357. If you are in crisis right now, call or text 988. You can also dial 2-1-1 to talk to a person.

    Where can I get help with veterans benefits in Knox County, Tennessee?

    We have confirmed 2 places that can help in Knox County: Veterans Crisis Line (Open 24 hours a day, every day), 988; VA national phone lines (Benefits line, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM Eastern), (800) 827-1000. A veteran in crisis can call 988 and press 1, or text 838255.

    Where can I get free legal help in Knox County, Tennessee?

    We have confirmed one place that can help in Knox County: Legal Aid of East Tennessee, (865) 637-0484. Please call first to confirm. You can also dial 2-1-1 to talk to a person.

    Is HelpByState free to use?

    Yes. There is nothing to sign up for and nothing to pay. Every listing is free, and so is adding or correcting one.

    Why do some listings say call first?

    Church and community pantries often change days, move, or close for a holiday. When the sources we checked disagree, or an organization does not publish its hours, we say so instead of guessing. A quick call saves a trip.

    I run a pantry or a program. How do I get listed or fix our hours?

    Use the Add a listing or Suggest an update form. We confirm it against your own page or contact you, then change the listing. It is free.

    Is this the same as 2-1-1?

    No. 2-1-1 is a statewide phone line and database run by the state network. HelpByState is an independent, county-by-county directory that shows the date each listing was checked. If you want to talk to a person, dial 2-1-1.

    Where do the hours and phone numbers come from?

    From each organization's own website or page, official sources such as housing authority and WIC clinic lists, and the public Find Food map of the Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee pantry map. We list the source on every card.

    Something missing, or out of date?

    If you run a pantry or program, or you saw a listing that is wrong, tell us. We check every message against the organization's own page before anything changes.